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Sussex Living Magazine is published monthly by: Sussex Living Ltd 128 High Street, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9PX

Editor’s comment Thanks for picking up the August issue of Sussex Living – fi ngers crossed you are reading it in the sunshine!

With lovely long hot days there is a defi nite holiday vibe in the air, and despite the temptation to just eat ice cream, I think we have produced a corker of an issue for you this month.

Ruth Lawrence met up with Trevor de Silva, who shared the story of how he broke into the fi lm industry. A really inspiring read, pages 8 to 10 have all the details.

Having told the story of Sussex wine in our April issue, I have now discovered the history of Sussex beer. Read the story from page 38, but be warned, you will defi nitely want to go and seek out your local brew afterwards! Gary and I had a great morning shooting the cover of this month’s mag – many thanks to the Hop Yard Brewing Co for letting us use their venue.

I would like to welcome our new food writer, Tori Stevens. With a young family and busy household, Tori will be providing us with delicious family-friendly meals. Enjoy her Tuna Niçoise recipe on page 34.

Walking around Haywards Heath today, you would hardly believe that once, a great and bloody battle took place there; it was the year 1642, and the action all happened on Muster Green. Roger Linn researched this fascinating story, told in full from page 62.

Lisa de Silva also stepped back in time this month, to Burgess Hill where she discovered the great work of the benefactress, Emily Temple.

Pages 30 and 31 have the story.

We also have all our regulars, from health and beauty, gardening and the walk, as well as a super Summer Quiz (p.50) to test the old gray matter!

Thanks to our readers and advertisers from all the team here, and get ready for our Education Special in September.

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COVER STORIES the Royals 8. . . . . . . . .Writing inside the fi lm

industry with Trevor de Silva

of Hurst enjoy 18 . . . . . .Families your high street as usual this August

& Garden make 20 . . . . . .Home outdoors a stylish place to be this Summer

Sussex Beer Sara 38. . . . . . Whatley discoveres the history of local brewing

Green a bloody 62. . . . . .Muster battle fought in Haywards Heath

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REGULARS Living celebrating the return 6. . . . . . . . .Natural of the Red Kite Living keeping up to date with 12 . . . . . .Local your community news and events Times Flo Whitaker, 26 . . . . . .Blooming Burgess Hill Horticultural Society, praises the trusty bulb

Eat Salad Niçoise with our new 34 . . . . . .Lets food writer, Tori Stevens Free Baking Jane Freeman 35 . . . . . .Gluten makes a mouthwatering carrot cake Season things are all peachy for 36 . . . . . .InRoger Linn this month to Balcombe Walk a lovely 46 . . . . . .Wakehurst linear walk with Les Campbell in Time 90s hair is making a 56 . . . . . .Stitch comeback!

You perfect your pout with 58 . . . . . .Beautiful Amy Newson View from The Downs Roger Linn 66 . . . . . .The travels by train… feedback from our 67 . . . . . .Letters readers

Dates your event listings in Mid 70 . . . . . .Diary Sussex fi nd Sussex Living in 77 . . . . . .Distribution your local area

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by ruth Lawrence

We were walking the crest towards Chanctonbury Ring when I saw what I assumed to be a buzzard soaring on an evening thermal, rising slowly without a single beat of its large, spreading wings.

A longer look revealed its red brown body and deeply forked tail; this was a bird I’d not knowingly seen outside the Chilterns-a magnificent Red Kite. Once home, research revealed that Red Kites are being seen regularly across Sussex; birds who may have been born further north are now breeding further afield and young kites often go ‘walkabout’ outside their territory in their first year, usually returning to breed. In the 16th century, Kites were common in London, scavenging on the city’s rubbish but during the 19th century they became extinct in England and Scotland, poisoned, persecuted and prey to relentless egg collectors.

Thanks to a concentrated international effort, five young Red Kites from Northern Spain were released into a quiet valley in the Chilterns during the late summer of 1989 and now, two thousand pairs of these mesmerising flyers populate our country. A glance at the Sussex Ornithological Society sightings page revealed some poetic glimpses across Sussex; “Red Kite over Friston Forest gallops,” “Red Kite flying east over Falmer Pond” and the delightful “Red Kite being harassed by single crow over supermarket”. Clearly, this beautiful scavenger and opportunistic predator is now gracing our skies with its five foot wing span and light body, enabling those long, soaring, motionless flights across country.

Shakespeare gave one a mention in The Winter’s Tale; when people used to dry clothes on hedges, his line “when the kite builds, look to lesser linen” would have made sense of an unusual phenomenon. Reports of disappearing clothing from washing lines has revealed that Kites often use soft, available materials such as stolen tea towels, underwear or flags to insulate their large nests, sometimes combined with scavenged paper and plastic woven between twigs.

Gregarious birds, they can form large groups, as anyone travelling up the M4 will have witnessed; although they mainly feast on carrion and worms, they will swoop on small mammals and often fly in unison, pair bonding with a mate. They live into their teens and have reached the age of thirty in the wild; I wonder if any of the original reintroduced youngsters still roam English skies?

Although reintroduction of extinct native species is a controversial topic, I imagine that restoring a top predator to its original home can only increase biodiversity and help in another, less easy to define sense. People need success stories, tangible proof that our species can make something better and right a previous wrong.

What better symbol could there be than a soaring, winged messenger, wheeling slowly over the Sussex downs in gentle evening light?

From five young Red Kites, two thousand pairs of these mesmerising flyers populate our country

With piercing eyes and a distinct deeply forked tail, the Red Kite is making a welcome return to the Sussex Downs.

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A Royal

e c n e i r e p x E g n i t i r W From an early interest in cinema, through a career in advertising, Trevor de Silva has finally achieved his childhood ambition to become a screenwriter, with the release of the romantic comedy A Royal Night Out. Read on to discover his journey.

As a teenager, Trevor de Silva had a healthy obsession for all things film. He’d visit his local cinema twice a week, unconsciously setting in motion a passion that would eventually fulfil his future ambitions.

He chose to work in advertising partly because, like director Ridley Scott, he saw it as a stepping-stone into the film industry. In his early thirties, Trevor began writing speculative film scripts during evenings and weekends. A few years later he had the ‘good fortune’ to be fired from his advertising job, giving him a financial cushion and a year’s grace to break into the film industry.

Two spec scripts helped find him an agent. He then pitched and sold an idea at the Cannes Film Festival, for an animated family comedy, Police Dog. During this time he also turned his hand to directing with the short film Would

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Like To Meet. By now he had come to the attention of Ecosse Films, the production company responsible for the feature of John Lennon’s early life, Nowhere Boy. Back in 2006 Ecosse were contemplating a story about the young Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret escaping the palace to celebrate VE Day. Trevor was invited to submit a four-page treatment for a potential script. Shortly before Christmas he was given the go ahead and the next five years were dedicated to writing and rewriting A Royal Night Out, which was released a few weeks ago, starring Rupert Everett and Emily Watson.

The film took a further four years of planning after a series of setbacks which included losing the director and various cast members. Trevor described how working on continued on page 10

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such a project is a test of tenacity.

“You keep thinking you’re there, that the film is going to be made then everything collapses like a house of cards and you have to start all over again.”

Trevor’s perseverance is central to his screenwriting ambitions. “Never give up,” he says. “When you start a script there are so many things that can stop you from finishing it and even once you’re happy with it, the film making process can be a long, slow slog.

You have to be obsessively driven to get anywhere.”

He told me that his advertising career had toughened him up and taught him never to take criticism personally. He advises any budding screenwriter to read lots of scripts; “I used to read one a day; the early drafts, not the shooting scripts, to learn what works in terms of plotting, building character and writing good dialogue.” For his research on A Royal Night Out, Trevor watched numerous 1940s romantic comedies. He also read social histories to get an understanding of the criminal underworld of post war London, delved into accounts by ‘Crawfie’, the

princesses’ nanny, for an insight into royal life and mined the BBC for anecdotal stories on those first heady days of peacetime.

Trevor revealed that his transition from advertising to script writing was inevitable; “You don’t do it for any reason other than you can’t help but do it. You develop a natural inclination for a sense of story, then turn them into scripts.”

He cites focus, drive, perseverance and passion as essential qualities to break into the tough but rewarding world he has chosen, “Even knockbacks teach you something,” he says. “You are always learning and you have to keep pushing.” As a writer, there is much in the collaborative process of film-making that is beyond personal control, although this joining of talents is what helps bring magic to the finished film.

“The actors bring your words to life, directors impart a visual style, while the editing and music also have a huge influence on the film’s complexion.”

With a possible TV project based on advertising in 80s London and a couple of adaptations in the frame, Trevor’s talent for script writing is forging the route of his own journey. The boy who loved watching films became the man who now writes them.

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Brew-tiful Beverages Staff at The Martlets Shopping Centre in Burgess Hill will be taking part in the world’s biggest Coffee Morning on Friday 25th September and are inviting local residents to join them in their bid to raise vital funds for Macmillan Cancer Research.

From 10am until midday, a selection of retailers within the centre will be offering free tea, coffee and cake in return for donations to the charity as well as hosting a variety of fun raffles and competitions.

To host your own Coffee Morning, sign up for your Coffee Morning kit at www.coffee. macmillian.org.uk

Local Care for You We are a group of ‘good neighbours’ working diligently to enhance the lives of those less able than themselves in Haywards Heath, Cuckfield and Lindfield.

Now in its 30th year, the charity remains a 100% voluntary organisation, with services provided at no cost to clients.

From picking up shopping, giving lifts to appointments, helping with odd jobs in the home or just calling in for a friendly chat, the volunteers from CARE provide a lifeline for hundreds of people in our local area.

Many are unaware of the work we do, so it may come as a surprise to learn that last year the 114 active volunteers carried out nearly 1,800 jobs! By the end of this year we will pass our 75,000 total of completed assignments. CARE is 100% dependant on volunteers and is always seeking new pairs of hands in all areas.

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this work. It will give your life a whole new depth, and you need only offer an hour a fortnight or whatever suits you.

Upcoming events include a display in Haywards Heath Library in October and our Tree at the Cuckfield Christmas Tree Festival in early December.

To find out more about CARE call 01444 455955 or visit CAREinhaywardsheath.co.uk

11th Hurst Festival From 12-26th September over 60 events will be held across Hurstpierpoint from music concerts, local author appearances, theatre, film, comedy and artists open studios, ending with a Mexican Fiesta on the final Saturday evening.

The whole spirit of the Festival kicks-in with the village open day on Saturday 12th, celebrating the best of the village with clubs, societies and other village organisations taking part, and in the afternoon and evening the New Inn, in the High Street, will host an open-air show.

The following day local music legend Herbie Flowers will perform with an assorted group of friends in Holy Trinity Church.

During the Festival comedian Stephen Grant will present two evenings of comedy with nationally rated comedians, as well as giving a solo show himself. Several homes will also be thrown open to music soirees, which have become a tradition.

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by Brighton folk band The Moulettes and a series of films, including the award winning Boyhood presented by Hurst Film Society.

There are many more events planned for the Festival, keep up to date and become a Festival Friend by visiting www. hurstfestival.org. Membership gives you priority booking and a chance to win a box of wine.

60s Disco in Ditchling Following the last six years’ sellout 60s music discos in Ditchling Village Hall, we are repeating the event on Saturday 17th October featuring, as before, a top Brighton DJ and all those great bands of the 60s decade.

So ‘C’mon Everybody!’ you can dance to the Rolling Stones, Beatles, Kinks, Supremes, Manfred Mann and all your favourites and help raise money for a wildlife charity at the same time.

The charity which will benefit is Fauna & Flora International. Last year we raised £2800 (comprising £1400 proceeds of the disco plus match-funding from a commercial concern) to help the critically endangered Mountain Gorillas of East Africa.

Only about 800 of these gentle and charismatic apes remain and our funding last year has helped their continued survival. This year’s proceeds will again help threatened primates and more details of the project we’ve selected will be available soon.

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mind you’re invited to leisurely wander around this picturesque village and meet local artists and designers creating paintings, jewellery, sculptures, photography and much more.

Over two weekends you can walk away with an original piece of art direct from the maker or commission an artist to create something to suit your needs and budget.

Refreshments will be on sale during the first weekend at Sylvia Thornhill’s studio in Pitt Lane.

The proceeds are all in aid of the local branch of West Sussex Association for Disabled People and she has done this with wonderful helpers for ten years now. This year all the studios will have a box for donations in aid of this charity.

Thank you to the local village traders, who during the month of August are kindly showing some tasters of the work which will be on display at the Open Studios in September.

Please note that some studios are only open one weekend. Discover more on Facebook, at www. hurstpierpointopenstudios. co.uk and flyers in local libraries and shops.

August Open Garden Malthouse Farm garden is a rural five-acre country garden with fine views of the South Downs. Established over the last ten years from scratch, it has a box parterre on the north side of the house leading to the south side with several ‘garden rooms’.

There is a pretty cottage garden with roses and herbaceous plants as well as a vegetable garden and annual cutting garden. A hot garden with dahlias and salvias leads to a small orchard, beyond which is a four-acre field with mown paths, a river of summer flowers, snail mound and a wildlife pond.

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August from 2-5.30pm and for private visits by arrangement at other times of the year.

There will also be plants for sale as well as tea and yummy homemade cakes. For further information or to book a private visit call Richard and Helen Keys on 01273 890356 or email Helen.k.keys@btinternet.com Malthouse Farm, Streat Lane, Streat, Hassocks, BN6 8SA

Every Child Counts Could you help the NSPCC to fight for every childhood? The Charity is calling for anyone who would like to support any of the hundreds of events and activities that are staged to raise funds for the NSPCC to get in touch.

Volunteers are always needed to carry out tasks including running refreshment stalls, helping to set up stands at events, or even acting as an event photographer for the day.

Other ways that people can volunteer their time include becoming a ChildLine counsellor, a Schools Service volunteer or joining a local fundraising group.

There are two events coming up in Mid Sussex which you could volunteer for: On Friday 25th September there is a fabulous ‘gently used’ clothes, jewellery and bags event at King Edward Hall, Lindfield,10-12.30pm.

And on Tuesday 27th October the Sussex AGM will be held, where NSPCC CEO Peter Wanless will be speaking, at The Old School, Cuckfield, 7.15pm For further details contact southlondonandsoutheast@ nspcc.org.uk and keep up to date with all the latest news and events by liking our Facebook page www.facebook.com/ nspccsoutheast

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You don’t need to be an expert, but a little knowledge is useful and enthusiasm essential. Most of your time will be spent outside helping with activities such as our ‘eye spy’ lake walk, games in the alder grove, pond dipping or bug hunting. Activities are linked to the national curriculum for children aged 4 - 11 years, and also include woodland studies and bushcraft skills.

There are also opportunities to get involved as a volunteer with our very popular Nature Tots groups, children’s holiday clubs

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Roll Out a Barrel for Charity Help Hurst Brewery and Singing Hills Golf Club raise funds for Hurstpierpoint based charity Cancervive.

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The traditional wish ‘May you live in Exciting Times’, is not a happy greeting for all; for some it is a curse. None of us likes change or a situation that’s out of control, and these are definitely changing times. Especially in the computer market.

The next big change coming up is the launch of Windows 10, but what is this?

It is the next operating system to be launched by Microsoft. The launch date is 29th July 2015 and there will be 7 different versions, but which one is right for you?

Some of you may have noticed an icon appear in the bottom right of your screen. When you hover over it, it says ‘Get Windows 10’, but should you click it?

Windows 10 is free for the first year for those of you with Window 7 SPI or 8.1 already in use. Remember, you do have a year to decide if you wish to take up this free offer, but what happens after that?

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We can answer all of these questions, and provide expert professional advice on how Windows 10 will affect your system. We can even loan you a machine installed with Windows 10, when it is released, to safely test it against your system (Subject to availability).

Although this incarnation of Windows is looking very promising, check before you act to see how the new operating system will affect your business critical applications. Changes have been made to the operating system that may cause certain applications to behave in an unexpected way. You may find that functions and features previously available in Windows 7 and 8 are removed.

Horse Inn in Albourne Road, Hurstpierpoint at 12 noon.

Teams of two, pushing a sack trolley loaded with a firkin (72 pints) of Founder’s Best Bitter will race over a two mile course to deliver the beer to the bar at Singing Hills Golf Club in the fastest possible time. The current record is just over 32 minutes!

The winning team will receive a firkin of Hurst Brewery ale to share with their club and there is a pin (36 pints) for the second placed team.

For more information, to enter or sponsor a team or donate a raffle prize, please contact Nathan Twitchen on 01273 835353 or Jayne Davis on 07866438953.

Family Support If any families in the Mid Sussex area have had relatives who were part of the WWll armed forces, who sailed to war on a convoy protecting the 18th Division as part of a secret mission, planned by the British and USA governments, via Halifax/Trinidad/Cape Town/ Ahmednagar, India or those in the RAF or armed forces posted to Singapore before 1940 or any civilians imprisoned or evacuees of Singapore who were captured by the Japanese Imperial Army, then CoFEPOW (Children of Far East Prisoners of War) would like to hear from you. CoFepow is a charitable organisation, based at the National Arboretum in Alrewas, near Lichfield Staffs.

Jill Robertson, CoFEPOW West Sussex Co-ordinator, holds half yearly gatherings with other keen Sussex members to assist each other in like-minded research.

Jill says, “In 2012 my attention was drawn to the organisation and the little known plight of the 18th Division in WWll. My father was a Changi prisoner

of war who underwent the same experience. I immediately had a strong connection with them, as they support research and perpetuate the memory of the FEPOWs while educating young generations about the Far Eastern troubles from 19401945.” For further information, please email Jill at jillfly777@ hotmail.com, or visit www.cofepow.org.uk

Hurstpierpoint Singers The singers have been making music in Hurstpierpoint and District since 1950 and are a friendly, varied group, who enjoy singing together.

Under the direction of Paul Simpson, we meet every Monday evening in the Methodist Church, Cuckfield Road, from 7.30 to 9.30pm, commencing Monday 7th September.

Our Christmas concert, which is always a great success, takes place in the Village Centre with Carols, Christmas music and plenty of audience participation.

We also present a spring concert of works by well know composers, this season being ‘Stainer’s Crucifion’ in Hassocks URC Church.

If you enjoy singing, do come along and hopefully you will find that making music can be both satisfying and enjoyable.

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Fancy a themed party? Or got your heart set on a new furniture set? Lisa de Silva puts the finishing touches to your garden. Now get out there and enjoy the sunshine!

Whether your style is romantic country cottage, Asianinspired minimalism, or formally elegant, we’ve got the low down on creating a stylish garden you can enjoy all year round.

Garden Furniture

Garden furniture design has certainly moved on from plastic tables and canvas deck chairs, so whatever your style, it is now possible to find outdoor furniture that reflects both your taste and your home furnishings.

If you love sleek and contemporary design, there is now an extensive choice of weatherproof furniture to match your style requirements. Explore ranges of modular sofas, chairs and tables and add your choice of coloured cushions. This type of furniture

is made to look like natural wicker, or wood and is very low maintenance. Made of resin and aluminium, it is rust proof, UV resistant and can be left outside all year round.

Teak furniture is traditional, durable and comes in a variety of styles, but does need some upkeep. If you have timber furniture positioned on decking, you might want to match up the two types of wood to create a unified look. Alternatively, if your wooden furniture has seen better days why not brighten it up with a lick of chalk paint. There’s no need to strip, sand or prime, simply breathe some new life into old furniture with a lick of paint and some new upholstery.

Metal bistro furniture can also be repainted to prolong its life, or simply for a change of colour.

This type of furniture is great for small spaces, or why not look for folding items that can be easily stored if you have a limited plot or balcony.

Creating a chill out zone is now a straightforward affair owing to the large choice of luxurious daybeds (often canopied), steamer chairs, zero gravity loungers and rocking loungers. Or, if you like the retro look, embrace the Seventies revival with a bench swing. Pick a quiet, private spot and lounge away.

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up procedure and means you can move location with the weather. Layer with a quilt, a selection of pillows, add a good book, relax and forget about the world for a while.

If you do install your hammock or swinging chair in a permanent position, just ensure it’s a spot you love and where you’ll enjoy spending time.

Upholstery

Rugs, blankets, cushions and beanbags are a cheap and easy way to add some colour and fun to the garden. Simply adding cushions to a classic garden bench makes it more comfortable and brings a splash of style. What’s more, if you choose outdoor fabrics you won’t need to bring them in every night.

Oversized beanbags are not only supremely comfortable for relaxing on, but can help to make the most of a small outdoor space. Now available in tough, weatherproof material they are suitable for use outside throughout the year. Just add a waterproof-backed blanket and you can enjoy a perfect picnic al fresco.

All season rugs are now also gaining popularity.

With the flexibility to use in or outside, they can give your garden a fresh new look for the summer.

You can even roll them up and take them to the

Aside from the ubiquitous garden gnomes, look for interesting sculptures and ornaments made from metal, ceramics or resin.

park or beach to use as a picnic rug.

Ornaments & Mirrors

While your greenery may die back during the winter months, garden ornaments can add interest and style all year round. Aside from the ubiquitous garden gnomes, look for interesting sculptures and ornaments made from metal, ceramics or resin. All will add texture and colour to your plot.

Spinners, sundials, wind chimes, decorative tiles, lanterns and hurricane lamps all come in a variety of styles and materials to enhance the overall look and appeal of your garden.

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Gazebos and tents can literally add another ‘room’ to your outside space. Some feature side panels which can be opened for air circulation to your outside space. Some feature side panels which can be opened for air circulation, or closed to create a more personal and intimate environment.

Dressed with a rug, lounger and cushions it becomes a perfect sanctuary, a child’s den, or even a quiet spot for practising outdoor yoga.

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can make an impression of a far larger space. The reflective surface makes any space feel bigger as it reflects light around the garden. Experiment with a long rectangular mirror placed horizontally along one wall or simply prop up a large mirror against a fence. To create a spectacular effect, cover an exterior wall with a large acrylic (lighter and shatterproof) mirror. However, do be careful never to place a mirror in direct sunlight to avoid any risk of fire.

Garden Tents

Gazebos and tents can literally add another ‘room’

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Without the worry of carpet stains and marked walls, outdoor parties can often be more relaxed and fun than those indoors. Why not base your summer party on a theme this year? You might want to consider a Moroccan, tropical, luxury glamping, or Out of Africa theme and you can have lots of fun styling and accessorising the space.

And even if you don’t live near the seaside a summer beach party can be hugely enjoyable. Add props such as wind breaks, deck chairs, a sand pit with buckets and spades, shells, pebbles and inflatables. Play games like beach volleyball and rounders, accompanied by your favourite summer playlist, before enjoying a ‘beach’ picnic or BBQ, all the more tasty without those sandy fingers.

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The Mystery of the

Bulb it’s hard to stay faithful to just one favourite flower, but even fickle gardeners who have a new fancy every week always return to the trusty bulb.

Ask any gardener, “What’s your favourite flower?” and swiftly comes the reply, “Whatever’s looking good now”. Gardeners’ are a contrary lot and can switch allegiance on a whim.

If pressed, I’d probably say that bulbs are my favourite things.

Mind you, ask me tomorrow and I’ll have thought of something else entirely.

Bulbs are the inscrutable characters of the plant world; inhabiting a secret, out-of-sight underground domain. We assume they sit around lazily under the soil but nothing could be further from the truth. They have busy lives; only resting for a couple of months a year and are shining examples of quiet endeavour. After flowering, they either divide themselves up in order to reproduce or develop flowering shoots for the following season - or, quite possibly, both!

The shoots remain dormant for months, waiting patiently for the perfect time to push through the soil and delight us.

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them too deep, they’ll push up through the soil. Too shallow, and they’ll drag themselves downwards. They also know which way up the world is.

Planted upside down, they’ll turn around 180 degrees and will migrate to a different location if the conditions suit them better.

This begs the question, “Can bulbs walk?” Yes, they can.

Nature is stranger than science fiction.

Spring flowering bulbs, (particularly daffodils) are only dormant during high summer, so now’s the time to dig up old and congested clumps.

Overcrowding is often the reason for poor flowering performance.

Carefully replant individual bulbs a few inches apart from one another, discarding any in poor condition. Spares can be planted

in other areas of the garden or given away.

After flowering, bulbs often produce miniature ‘bulblets’. It takes several years before bulblets grow large enough to flower and they have a tendency to make thick clumps of foliage. This habit is particularly annoying when they’re planted in pots the flowers diminish in number and are replaced by a forest of leaves. Large patio containers are usually planted up with an assortment of bulbs so it’s well worth having a clear-out and emptying them completely every couple of years. Commonplace bulbs such as daffodil, crocus, tulip and iris are easy to tell apart. Sort them into groups, replanting the best quality ones into new compost, adding a light sprinkling of multi-purpose feed to give a boost as the roots emerge. Do this now, while the bulbs are still dormant and they’ll be raring to go when autumn arrives. If you have patience and a spare patch of soil, plant out the immature bulbs. They will eventually reach flowering size, providing colour and cut flowers for free.

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HISTORY

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Next time you’re wandering through St John’s Park enjoying the greenery, the cricket or children’s playground, spare a thought for Emily Temple, without whom there would be no park.

St John’s Park ‘en fete ’

Emily Temple:

Burgess Hill Benefactress While Emily Temple was a resident of Burgess Hill for only 12 years, she was an early benefactress of the town and instrumental in developing the area around St John’s Common, during the middle of the 19th century.

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and her generous donations helped to fund the building of St John’s Church. However, her most lasting memorial was her donation of a ‘piece of land called Park Field’ for ‘a public Park and Recreation ground… for the benefit of the inhabitants and visitors of and to Saint John’s Common and its neighbourhood.’ We now know this as St John’s Park.

Emily was originally born in London, to Robert and Mary Izant, in the Parish of St Saviour, Southwark. It was 1811, the year that George, Prince of Wales, had become Prince Regent. The second national census revealed the population of England and Wales was just over 10 million, the Napoleonic Wars were in full swing and John Nash had just started the building of Regent Street – which was to play a prominent role in Emily’s life, although nobody could have suspected it at the time.

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Road to attract wealthier residents, and five pairs of a clerk and that she had two sisters, Susannah and lower priced semi-detached villas in Lower Church Catherine. It is thought that she must have married Road. By 1871, most of this development was at some point to become Mrs Emily Temple, but complete. However, Emily was not fi nished yet and there is no evidence of her marriage or husband. her last project in May 1872, was to build a working What we do know is that by 1848, at the age of man’s institute for the benefit and use of the people 37, Emily was living in Connaught Terrace on the of St John’s Common.

Edgware Road, a thriving area at the time and well By this time, Emily appears to have given up her positioned for Kensington Gardens and Bayswater.

London businesses, only maintaining the shop in She had also begun her illustrious business career, Brighton. Now in her 60s, perhaps she was already advertising herself as an artist and modeller of wax suffering from the illness, which flowers. Six years later, she had changed her name would lead to her death. She to Madame Temple and expanded made a Will in 1873, adding a her business, taking premises at 184 Codicil a year later, just before Regent Street. her death on Monday 24th An advertisement from the Sussex August 1874, aged 63 years.

Advertiser in November 1854, gives us During her time in Burgess more details of her activities: Hill, she had become an “Madame Temple, 184 Regent important and popular member Street having selected in Paris, Vienna, of the community, famed for Berlin, Munich, Brussels etc. articles her kindness and charity to the of the newest design begs respectfully poor. Her funeral, in St John’s to invite visitors to London to view Church, was attended by over her spacious showrooms containing 300 people.

Dresden and other china; Bohemian However, her charitable vases; bronzes; bisque figures; work and acts were still not over, as she glove boxes in ormolu, tulip and carved 1910 St John’s Institute left a fund in her will giving oak; reticules; purses; fans; wax flowers every working man’s family in the district one and fruit at Continental prices; beads of and a half hundred weight of the best coals every every description; Christmas tree ornaments in good Christmas. Her charity continued until 1996. variety from 3d. Country orders carefully packed Her most lasting memorial was the land she and sent by post or rail with promptitude.” bequeathed to the local people, which has become a While the funds to expand possibly came from place of pleasure and recreation: St John’s Park. her own business, more likely it was aided by her mother’s new family connections. Having been widowed, Mary remarried John Cheesman in 1847.

He owned property and lodging houses in Brighton, where the couple set up home. Part of the Cheesman family, owners of Cheesman & Co, North Street, Brighton, John was a highly respected china, glass and earthenware dealer. So, it is probable that Emily benefited from this connection in terms of advice, finance and even stock.

St John’s House 18 95 Whatever the case, Emily’s business went from strength to strength and by 1855, she had two more premises in Regent Street, along with another in Lower Grosvenor Place. She also expanded down to Brighton and by 1862, had premises close to her in-laws at 62 East Street.

It was around this time that Emily took up residence in Burgess Hill, renting a house at Fairplace. She also bought a plot of land for £400, part of which would become the public park, and during the 1860s, she plunged into a building programme around St John’s Common. Clearly, a woman of energy and vision, she did all this whilst commuting and running her London and Brighton showrooms.

Burgess Hill received its fi rst gift when Emily donated £100, appealing to build a new church on St John’s Common.

She had her own house built, St John’s House, with beautiful gardens and fountain, occupying FURTHER INFORMATION a large corner plot of Leylands Road. Sadly, the Thanks to Burgess Hill Local History Society for kindly providing the photos. house was knocked down in the 1960s and the site Visit www.burgesshillmuseum.co.uk/history_society/ for further information. redeveloped.

Emily also built five villas in Upper St John’s

Emily became an important and popular member of the community, famed for her kindness and charity to the poor.

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by tori stevens

Let’s Eat...

Salad Niçoise with Garlic Potatoes

In the warmer weather this tasty and healthy dinner is ideal for us with our busy family life. The little ones eat early and husband Matt and the boys sometimes come home late, so this light but filling meal is perfect to enjoy all together or to dig into at any time in the evening for a fuss free supper, with no reheating – easy!

SERVES 6/7

Salad

3 200g tinned tuna steak 1 packet of halloumi cheese, sliced 4 eggs, boiled Handful of black and green olives Half pack fine green beans 2 spring onions, sliced ¾ cucumber, chopped Mixed salad and rocket leaves

Potatoes

4 or 5 baking potatoes, halved 7 cloves garlic, skin on Olive oil Salt 1. Start by grilling the halloumi for 3-4 minutes on each side, until browned, but make sure you keep an eye on it as it turns

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quickly. Put to one side.

2. Now make the garlic potatoes. Preheat the oven to 220°C/gas 7. Place your potatoes cut side down on a baking tray and drizzle with a little oil. Scatter the whole garlic cloves over the top and season with salt. Bake for 30 minutes.

3. While the potatoes are baking make your salad.

Put the eggs on to boil for 4 minutes. When they are done put under cold water to cool.

4. Blanch the beans for 1-2 minutes so they retain some bite.

5. I use a large oval dish to assemble the salad, but any

PREP TIME 20 mins

COOK TIME 30 mins

shape will be fine. Make a bed of lettuce and rocket then scatter the chopped cucumber, spring onions, and olives over the top, and pile the tuna in the middle.

6. Place the halloumi, peeled and quartered eggs and beans around the edge, dress and finish with a twist of cracked black pepper.

Salad Dressing

1 clove garlic Handful fresh parsley ½ teaspoon wholegrain mustard Juice of ½ lemon 2 teaspoons sweet chilli sauce Olive oil

1. Finely chop the garlic and parsley and put them into a small jug. Add the sweet chilli sauce, lemon juice, wholegrain mustard and a generous glug of olive oil. Stir well until combined.

Carrot and Coriander Medley 5 carrots, grated Bunch of coriander, chopped 1 handful raisins 1 handful pumpkin seeds Juice of ½ lemon

1. This could not be easier! Put the grated carrots and chopped coriander in a bowl, add the raisins and pumpkin seeds and mix in the lemon juice.

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Carrot Cake I have chosen carrot cake as my recipe this month as it is my daughters favourite, and it’s her birthday!

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2. Grease and line 2 x 8 inch sandwich tins.

3. In a large bowl, soak the grated carrots, raisins and orange zest in the honey and orange juice.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and sugars until pale and light, add the oil and stir in the flour, baking powder and mixed spice.

5. Gradually fold the carrot mix into the batter.

6. Divide the mixture equally between the two prepared cake tins.

7. Bake in the centre of the preheated oven for about 17 minutes or until golden and risen, the cake should be springy to touch and a metal skewer inserted in the middle should come out clean.

8. Leave in the tin for 5 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool.

9. Meanwhile, make the topping. In a bowl mix all the ingredients together and place in the fridge until ready to use.

10. When the carrot cake is cold, use half the topping to sandwich the two cakes together, and the rest to decorate the top.

The cake is best eaten on the day it is made.

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The sunny climes of August brings us national Peach Month, and with it comes the requisite sticky chin, hands or entire face!

I don’t know about you, but I’ve always thought peaches were a bit rude. It’s the shape and the smooth texture a ripe peach has, with its downy fuzz and glowing fleshy colour. They are delicious of course and if you can wait long enough for them to ripen, the intense, juicy sweetness of a ripe peach can cause grown men to dribble and lose all sense of decorum. They are also very sticky. On the other hand and before we become too lyrical, if you work for the Government you’ll know that a peach is not a fruit

at all, but the acronym for Procedure for Electronic Application for Certificates from the Horticultural Marketing Inspectorate – which is a different kind of mouthful.

Peaches, of which there are now over 700 varieties including one which is flat like a hockey puck, originated in China a very long time ago. To this day it is the only place in the

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In world where true, wild, uncultivated peach trees still grow. In that country, peaches are regarded as symbols of longevity and good fortune and that’s why peach blossom is carried

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And the world’s largest peach? That’s easy. It’s the ‘Peachoid’ which stands proudly by the roadside in Gaffney, South Carolina.

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A Sussex Craft Beer has been on the table for centuries, enjoyed by all from young to old, male and female, man and beast.

But what of its’ Sussex history?

Sara Whatley discovers the brewing story, and looks to the future of craft beer.

Aside from a cup of tea, what could be more English than a pint of beer? This drink, which has been enjoyed for centuries, has a slightly cloudy beginning. Ale was most probably brewed and drunk in England well before the Romans arrived with their wine, and the Normans took to brewing in Abbeys

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and Monastries, but who we actually have to thank for bringing this drink to our shores is unclear. However, since its arrival, brewing has been a large part of Sussex history.

Once upon a time almost every village in Sussex brewed its own beer.

And before this, beer was brewed

domestically in many households. This was usually undertaken by the woman of the house, nicknamed the ‘ale wife’ or the ‘brewster’. In the Middle Ages, light or weak ale, as it was known in those days, was the chosen drink of the masses, even children. Besides continued on page 40

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bringing pleasure to the drinker, it also represented a safe alternative to untreated water and was full of proteins and carbohydrates, and was therefore drunk with every meal.

Before the arrival of hops, early ale was drunk sweetened and flavoured with herbs and spices. The English were suspicious of this new ingredient, and protested against its use. It was not until an Act of Parliament, passed by Henry VI in 1436 granting brewers the right to brew with hops if they so chose, that this method of brewing was accepted.

So Graham Holter tells us in his book, ‘Sussex Breweries’ (2001), “Aside from taste, hops had two other benefits.

First, they acted as an excellent preservative, better than had been the case with the other flavourings. Second, they were happy in the Sussex climate.” (p. 6) This meant the potential was there for beer production in Sussex, although it took a few years more for the hops to become established enough to be relied upon for brewing. At this time in the 15th century, unhopped beer was known as ale, and with the flavouring of hops it was known as beer.

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crop. And with all their thirsty workers, they would also have been brewing, and drinking a lot of the ale themselves. It was not uncommon for a farm hand to drink 8 or 9 pints a day, starting from 7am with their breakfast!

Although hops grew well in Sussex, and indeed “At one time Sussex was Britain’s principal hop-growing county” (Holter, 2001, p. 11), Kent went

Before the arrival of hops, early ale was drunk sweetened and flavoured with herbs and spices.

Ingredients of Beer ♦ Grain (mostly barley but wheat and rye also used) ♦ Water ♦ Hops ♦ Yeast

on to take the crowning title with its more desirable geological conditions.

Now number two, Sussex continued to grow hops and was well renowned for the condition and flavour of their crop.

The most popular English hop varieties were Goldings and Fuggles.

Oast houses, introduced in the mid 1500s for drying hops, can still be seen all over Sussex and Kent today.

The majority of them have now been converted into domestic dwellings, and continued on page 42

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I must say I have a particular penchant for residing in one of these cosy, embracing buildings myself.

From small scale and domestic brewing – where sometimes the ale would be sold on the premises, thus

creating the first ale houses, inns and taverns – brewing started to become more organized, and the first commercial brewing companies established themselves by the 16th century.

As industry and empire boomed, so

did brewing. Large commercial brewers gained success with the additions of porters and dark beers, especially in London, and later along came the Indian Pale Ale and eventually lager.

Industry and engineering changed the pouring method from hand held jug,

Real Ale Brewing Method Stage 1 Hot water is added to the malted (oven dried) grain and left to sit in the mash tun for 60-90 minutes.

The liquid is run off, and the grain left behind. The liquid is a sugary, sticky syrup containing a lot of the sugar from the grain.

This sugar is what the yeast is going to eat. The grain also gives the beer its malty flavour and warm, caramel deeper notes.

Stage 2 The sugary liquid is transfered from the mash tun to the copper, where it is boiled with hops. The sweet liquid mixes with the bitter taste of the hops in as balanced a way as possible, and the boiling also finishes the enzymatic reactions that started during the mash.

Stage 3 The beer is cooled down to about 20 degrees in order to add the yeast. One way to cool the beer is with a plate heat exchanger: metal plates are stacked together with two paths running through them. The hot liquid runs through side-to-side one way and cold water runs through side-to-side the other way,

so the liquids run next to each other through the metal plates. Because there is a large surface area they exchange their heat, and at the end the water comes out heated and the beer comes out cooled.

Stage 4 The cooled beer is put into a vessel, and the yeast added. Now it is left to ferment.

Yeast likes constant temperatures, so a temperature controlled atmosphere is important.

During fermentation the yeast consumes all the sugars and turns them into alcohol, hence the beer becomes alcoholic.

The longer you leave the fermentation process, and the more sugars the yeast consumes, the more refined the beer becomes.

This is the first ferment.

The beer is now ready for the second ferment. It is transferred into casks, or bottles, where it will continue to ferment. Some brewers add a little more sugar to help boost the fermentation at this stage.

Depending on the beer, fermentation can be as quick as ten days for the first ferment and ten days

for the second, but it can also be as long as three weeks for each ferment, or sometimes even longer. To gauge when fermentation is completed, the level of sugar in the beer is measured. The sugar content will decrease as the yeast turns it into alcohol.

Stage 5 After the two fermenting phases the beer is ready to drink. It can also now be stored. The darker the beer and the higher the alcohol content the more it will benefit from being stored, like wine, but for just a year or two. If it is a natural live beer, with yeast in it, it will continue to improve as well.

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What About the Fizz?

One of the by-products of yeast is carbon dioxide.

Once the beer is in a sealed vessel – cask or bottle – the carbon dioxide can’t go anywhere so builds up and dissolves into the liquid.

When the beer is later opened the carbon dioxide wants to escape, so it bubbles out of the beer.

Alternatively, the beer can be left to ferment in large closed vessels or tanks and the pressure builds up inside them.

Specialist machinery is then needed to fill from the pressurized tank into a bottle or can without losing all the pressure, and ultimately bubbles.

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run back and forth from the cellar, to the beer pump we know and love today.

From the 20th century to present, megabreweries reigned King. This was welcome for many, and landlords could finally depend on regular, consistent beers.

To ensure the presence of Real Ale remained, as well as the more commercial brews, organizations were set up and various campaigns meant that it was still possible to get a pint of the real stuff in most pubs. And this is what Sussex is still most famous for; Real Ale, which is brewed with live yeast, and so continues to ferment in the barrels and has a natural carbonation.

As all things come round full circle, there is a current resurgence of small scale brewing, or microbrewing.

This is brewing done by hand, not machine, and so it becomes more of an art – adding a little more of this and that ingredient as the brewer feels necessary to create the bespoke taste of each individual brew. Yet with the art there still comes the science – the exacting moments when the brewing process needs to be just so, and so it is a balance and an interesting combination between the two.

For today’s brewers, this is an exciting period of rediscovery of ancient

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Craft brewers are interested in the other flavours in the hops, as well as the classic bitterness, such as citrus, pine, lemon and resin. To achieve these fresh flavours, brewers are putting a lot more hops into their beer, and of different varieties as well.

All over Sussex you will find microbreweries, with more emerging every year. And in support of this, many pubs and off licences are welcoming in these craft beers, allowing you to taste the goods on tap or in bottles yourself. Some brewing companies are even taking the step to open their own bars and pubs, championing the hand crafted experience even further.

Unsurprisingly, all of this is well received by the seasoned ale drinker, and the new ale sipper alike. Real Ale is where it is at, and I say cheers to that.

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HISTORY

BY JOAN ROBERTS

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The historic High Street of East Grinstead has long attracted many visitors with its original timber framed buildings, buildings which the East Grinstead Society are passionate about preserving.

The East Grinstead Society began as a result of a wave of protest following the demolition in 1967 of one of the 15th Century buildings in the High Street, effectively ruining what had been a continuous line of medieval structures, which were thought to be one of the longest in the country. The protestors formed a Society, which has as one of its aims –“to protect the ancient buildings of East Grinstead and to maintain the quality of its heritage.”

East Grinstead has an unusually wide High Street, with an ‘island’ of buildings in the centre, known as ‘Middle Row’. These were originally temporary market stalls, which later became permanent structures. The

High Street itself was planned to provide space for markets and fairs and in 1247, Henry III granted the town a charter for a weekly market and an annual Fair in July.

Some of the 14th and 15th Century houses which survive in the Conservation Area, have long strips of land behind them known as ‘Portlands’, which were needed to keep animals and to grow fruit and vegetables for the household. These properties were known as burgages and their owners as burgesses. They played an important part in the town and enjoyed certain trading privileges.

In 2001, the Society commissioned a Dendrochronolgy (tree ring dating)

Photo: Simon Kerr

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The High Street was planned to provide space for markets and fairs and in 1247, Henry III granted the town a charter for a weekly market and an annual Fair.

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project to confi rm the age of some of the houses in the High Street. Samples were taken from the timber-framed buildings and subjected to analysis to discover the date the timber was felled and the construction date of the original building. One of the earliest buildings is that now occupied by ‘Broadleys’ the outfitters, which was dated to approximately 1355. On the paved area opposite this shop, is the probable site of the burning of three Protestant martyrs, Thomas Dungate, Ann Tree and John Foreman, in 1556, on July 18th – a market day to ensure the maximum publicity for the event, as the town would be full of people.

The Town War memorial, for which the Society recently obtained listed status, is in the centre of the Conservation Area, which the Society seeks to protect. It was designed by the sculptor, Ernest G. Gillick, who was responsible for some of the statuary on the front of the Victoria and Albert Museum. The listing recognises its significance in the Conservation Area and underlines its importance to the town.

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local walk

by les campbell

Wakehurst Place to

Balcombe Walk There are many lovely views to enjoy on this linear walk through the countryside between Wakehurst and Balcombe.

Just remember to pack your stamina for the hills!

This 3.5 mile walk starts from Wakehurst Place to the north of Ardingly and finishes in the village of Balcombe. It has been designed in mind for those with bus passes as it is a linear walk. Despite being relatively short, it is quite hilly in places and this more than compensates for the comparatively short distance! It uses mainly established tracks, woodland and field headland paths, and the route is generally well signposted.

Alight from the bus stop at the entrance to Wakehurst Place, and walk northwards alongside the road on a wide grass verge for approximately 100 yards.

Turn left on a surfaced track at gate 3. Wakehurst Place

is the country estate of the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew and is leased from the National Trust. It is famed for it’s botanic gardens and tree collections and the Millennium Seed Bank.

Go through a side gate beside a cattle grid, over a crossing track and at a fork in the tracks, take

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the right hand fork signed to Forest Ridge.The long

building on your right is the Millennium Seed Bank.

Where the path bears right towards buildings, carry on ahead downhill on a wide grassy track. Go through a gate and into woodland, bearing right to follow the signed path. Please note that this path

is the only official public right of way through these woodlands, all others are only for visitors to Wakehurst Place who have paid an entrance fee!

At a wide crossing track, carry on ahead, and go through a large metal kissing gate before descending to a board walk across a wet area.

Follow the meandering path ahead to cross a plank bridge then go steeply uphill on a stepped path helpfully provided with a handrail! At the top of the steps, follow the path ahead which bears right, leading to a gate into a field. Turn left to walk alongside the wood, then right uphill on an obvious headland path. At the top of the field go over a stile and into Paddockhurst Lane.

Turn right for a few yards, then left on a track signed to Forest Farm. Where the track bears right, carry on ahead through a metal gate, and follow the signed path downhill on a left hand field edge.

At the bottom of the field, with the buildings of Woodward’s Farm to your right, bear left and cross continued on page 48

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the field diagonally to a stile at the corner of woodland ahead. Turn right and follow a right hand field edge out to join a concrete track. Turn left along this track descending to Balcombe Lake.

After pausing to admire the views across the lake, carry on along the track, now tarmacked, going slightly uphill to join Mill Lane. Turn right for a few yards along this lane, then right over a stile on a signed path. Cross the field ahead dropping downhill to go through a kissing gate and over a footbridge. Bear left uphill alongside woodland, and at the top go left through a kissing gate. Cut off the corner of the cricket field to go through a gap then follow the obvious track uphill going left for the centre of Balcombe by the Half Moon Pub. DISTANCE:

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For the past 125 years, local charity, Family Support Work, has assisted vulnerable families across Sussex, helping them to build both strong family structures and brighter futures.

Since its conception, Family Support Work has maintained its relevance by constantly adapting to changing social needs. “Our main aim is to help create a strong family for every child in Sussex,” explains Martin Auton Lloyd, Acting Director of the charity, which in full is called the Chichester Diocesan Association for Family Support Work. “Over the years, as family life has changed, we have constantly reviewed the best way to support the vulnerable to get back on their feet and create a better future for themselves and their families.”

The charity is currently based at Knowles Tooth, Hurstpierpoint, which in the past has provided respite holiday accommodation for those in need. However, times have changed.

“What we’ve found is that families want to feel part of society by enjoying a normal family holiday and not one at a specialist centre, as this just increases their alienation. So, we’ve got two caravans on large parks that these families can go to. We give them vouchers so they can enjoy the activities, just like everyone else and this helps to stop them feeling segregated,” says Martin.

Owing to this shift, the painful decision has been taken to sell Knowles Tooth for residential development, as FSW feel the money would be better spent helping families within the community. This means they can increase the amount of free and confidential support they offer to parents, or carers of children across Sussex.

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and mental health problems. This often causes the families and their children to withdraw from the community, leaving them isolated and depressed.

One advantage of FSW is that it is independent and free from government funding structures and targets. This means support workers are under no pressure to achieve fast resolutions and can achieve a deep level of trust and confidence with families, which makes it easier to give them the help that they need.

Support is delivered through activities, such as after school clubs, home visits, supported breaks, regular food box deliveries and family days out.

As a charity, FSW has received donations and grants in the past, specifically to support a project helping with rural isolation, where lack of transport and opportunities to socialise, can lead to practical and emotional hardship. However, for the future of FSW, there is also an ongoing fundraising programme through church activities and donations.

“While the way we offer support has changed over the years, helping to resolve family issues and relieve deprivation will always remain at the heart of our mission,” smiles Martin.

“Our main aim is to help create a strong family for every child in Sussex”

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90s hair is making a comeback!

But don’t worry, we won’t all be walking around with ‘The Rachel’ again, this time make the look truly yours.

Hair trends, like fashion, move in cycles: what was created in one era is recreated decades later. Now it seems that the most iconic hairstyles of the 90s are making a return (with a modern twist, of course). Scrunchies, high ponytails, layers and bob crops are all pointing towards a 90s hair revival.

Scrunchies, a truly 90s phenomenon, have reemerged in style, but with a contemporary take on their appearance and how to wear them. Crochet-knit, satin, metallic, flower patterned, colour-blocked and sequinned scrunchies have taken the place of the black and purple velvet ones of the 90s. This retro accessory now decorates messy buns and is featured in up-dos, such as skyhigh fishtail braided ponytails and half-uphalf-down hairstyles.

High ponytails that once would have been slicked back are now more refined. To get the current remake of this 90s trend, make sure lots of volume and texture are added and you are good to go!

Exaggerated, feathery side partings with crazy layers and lots of body have replaced the 90s middle parted look that had blowdried straight locks and little volume.

The sharp 90s bob crop has now been updated with soft waves and blunt ends for a more feminine, casual look.

There’s also a hint of 90s Grunge in the air as experimentations with bold colours are popular: a look that will surely be a favourite of festivalgoers, as it adds a hint of rebellion to any look.

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Bold red lipstick is a must for any season, but especially for the dazzling days of this summer. Finding the right shade of red is important as there are so many to choose from, but to keep in line with the demands of the season, choose a bright ruby red, wine red or coral red shade. Give traditional red lipstick a fresh update by adding a hint of hot pink to it for a really beachy look. As darker colours can be problematic in terms of their longevity, add lip stain for lasting colour and a carefree day. To get the perfect evening ensemble, add a touch of lip gloss on top of your lipstick.

Be pretty in pink! Understated pinks are a good choice for a more subtle, everyday look. Choose any lippy on the soft pink scale for natural, rosy lips. Carnation pink will give a delicate hue of colour to your lips; try using a sheer, shimmery light pink for a touch of sparkle. Also, don’t worry about getting it perfect; smudged and diffused lips are more than acceptable this summer!

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O N B R OA DWAY With a feast of musical performance styles on offer ranging from opera to Take That, everyone will find something they’ll love at this final Last Wave on Broadway event.

The show kicks off at 11am with lively Greek folk, classical and jazz music from Plastikes Karekles.

Keep that Sunday vibe alive with jazz and swing from the Sussex Stompers, Sweetheart Swing, the Downsbeat Swing Band and rat pack crooner Dean Ager.

Also performing will be Stephen Bloy from ITV’s The Voice and the fabulous Sussex based Ariel Musicality Choir – a definite ‘must see’. Fall in love with the wonderful 19-year-old Scottish singer/songwriter Charlotte Black and enjoy the Bonfire Radicals’ fresh take on folk music. Voices Live will delight you with a host of operatic arias and show tunes.

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From mid-afternoon onwards, it’s party time!

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The

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in the winter of 1642 a bloody battle was fought on Muster green in Haywards Heath, which today stands as a little moment of respite in the middle of a bustling town.

Muster Green is an attractive, open green space in the centre of Haywards Heath.

Triangular in shape and outlined with mature trees, it is bordered on one long side by the main road into the town and in the Spring its manicured grass is complemented by thousands of purple crocuses, maintained

by Haywards Heath Town Hall, who also own the site. However, at the very start of the English Civil War in 1642, this gentle, calm oasis in the middle of a bustling, Plaque suggested and wording written busy town was the setting for

by Philip Pavey. a brisk battle between Royalists and Parliamentarians. Then, of

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course, Haywards Heath was no more than a village like any other in rural Sussex and Muster Green was open heathland, so why was there fighting there at all?

The county of Sussex was strategically important to both sides in the confl ict that set Englishmen against Englishmen.

This was because of the ironworks and cannon foundries in the north weald and because our shoreline was the shortest route to France - potentially the source of smuggled bullion and arms. It was vital for the Parliamentarians to prevent the continued on page 64

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Royalists from taking control, but at the beginning of the war, it was impossible to say who might have the upper hand. Surprisingly, in Sussex there was no clear distinction, by social class or location that defined who would support the Crown and who the Parliament.

Family raged against family, cousin against cousin. In Chichester for example, the gentry and the church supported the King while the merchant classes stood out for Parliament. Curiously, this

There being no cannon, a very sharp, hand to hand engagement followed.

meant that in the early days of the war the two opposing factions virtually shared the facilities as it were, politely training, drilling and practising arms within a stone’s throw of each other. The county was truly split. Sir Robert Ford who led the royalist force at the battle of Muster Green was the brother in law of one of Cromwell’s most successful generals.

Amongst the great Sussex families, the Pelhams, the Burrells and the Shelleys were for Parliament while the Gorings, the Coverts and the Culpepers were loyal to the Crown.

Their views were sincerely held and for some of the major participants at least, there seemed to be little rancour. There are letters between the staunch Royalist Sir William Campion, of Danny in Hurstpierpoint, to his great friend the leader of Parliament in Sussex, Colonel Morley of Glynde, in which they exchange fond wishes for the preservation of each other’s families.

Yet there were zealots amongst the ranks of the parliamentarians for whom the war was as much about the destruction of all that they considered frivolous in what they viewed as a corrupt and selfserving Church. In a chilling parallel with some modern war today, when Chichester Cathedral was invaded by the parliamentary forces under Sir Arthur Hazelrigg, he is said to have danced and capered amid the wreckage his men had made of the intricately carved screens and expressed his delight at the destruction of the great organ pipes saying, “What noise they make now.”

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conflict, Sir Robert Ford, the High Sheriff who had taken control of Chichester for the Crown, decided to lead his forces through Sussex to capture Lewes for the King. Why he chose to approach Lewes via Cuckfield and Haywards Heath is unclear, but as he threatened the local population and bullied them into joining his little army as they went along, perhaps he needed to make a broad sweep of the territory rather than proceeding directly. In the first week of December they left Cuckfield and encountered their first opposition in the shape of a much smaller but more disciplined Parliamentary force waiting for them at Muster Green. There being no cannon, a very sharp, hand to hand engagement followed. The fight lasted for about an hour, during which the Royalists suffered some two hundred casualties and the forcibly recruited rural folk, not surprisingly took to their heels, fleeing through Ditchling and Hurstpierpoint. Driven from the field, Sir Robert, his officers and what remained of the original force retired onto the Downs in disorder and trudged all the way back to Chichester.

So ended the battle of Muster Green.

Sussex was strategically important to both sides in the conflict that set Englishmen against Englishmen.

Bibliography A History of Sussex (Darwen County History) – JR Armstrong (Phillimore & Co Ltd, 1995) A History of the Parish of Cuckfield – The Rev JH Cooper (C. Clarke, 1912) A Historical Atlas of Sussex – K Leslie and B Short (Phillimore & Co Ltd, 1999) The Sussex Story – David Arscott (Pomegranate Press, 1992) And of course the kind assistance of Cuckfield Museum

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My view from the Downs this month is largely one of great relief that I no longer commute. I did it for years and even made some pocket money writing about my weekly experiences.

I never had to invent anything because either my fellow passengers or the rail company would always provide some remarkable incident, usually incomprehensible and often hilarious, but nonetheless the daily grind was not much fun, so I was delighted when it came to an end. And I was reminded of it when foolishly I thought to travel up to London for a day out from my Sussex backwater last week.

It would seem that I hadn’t been paying attention to the railway companies’ creative approach to fare increases. My fi rst mistake was to travel at an earlier time than is apparently regarded as appropriate for non-working people.

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office, a railway employee asked me, with a perfectly straight face, for a sum of money which would have bought a decent lunch with wine for two people, or a pair of shoes, or ten concession cinema tickets.

I explained that I only needed a day ticket, not as I assumed he meant, a weekly season ticket in the fi rst class section of the train.

We had a good laugh at this - or at least I did. He was unmoved. I would have gone on to develop this theme, but a restive crowd was building up behind me, so instead I caught a much later train.

Coming home I played the ‘guess the platform’ game with a great mass of regular commuters, before surging onto the train, failing to secure a seat and enjoying a long stand, with my nose crammed into the ear of someone to whom I had not been introduced.

Think I’ll stay in Sussex for a little while.

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Long summer evenings are perfect for spending with family and friends, enjoying leisurely barbecues and picnics.

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Glyndebourne Festival 2015

Glyndebourne, Lewes, East Sussex BN8 5UU Glyndebourne is recognised as one of the great opera houses; the season continues with The Rape of Lucretia, Saul and a magical Ravel Double Bill.

Tickets from £10. Contact: www.glyndebourne.com 01273 815 000

Monday 27 July - Friday 21 August, 09:00-17:00, Half Day/Full Day

The Acorns Holiday Fun!

Westmeston Parish Hall, Lewes Road, Near Ditchling BN6 8RL

Fun filled days in stunning rural location for children aged 2-11 years.

Group discounts, please see website.

Contact: Janet Irwin 01444 455081 janetirwin@janetirwin.com www.theacornsnurseryschool.com

Saturday 01 August

Take the Open Top Bus to Devil’s Dyke!

From Brighton Station – outside the Railway Bell pub

Breeze up to Devil’s Dyke! Buses run every 30 minutes, every day. Also from Brighton Pier. Only £4.50 return: 2-for-1 for train passengers with valid ticket! Up to 2 kids per adult go free.

Breeze up to the Downs. Contact: 01273 292480 local.transport@ brighton-hove.gov.uk www.brightonhove.gov.uk/breezebuses

Saturday 01 August

Ladies Day at The Longines Royal International Horse Show The All England Jumping Course, London Road, Hickstead RH17 5NU

Now in its 7th year, Hickstead Ladies’ Day has become firmly established as one of the highlights of the Sussex Social Calendar. So join in the fun, and don your finest fancies, for your chance to stand out from the crowd and strut the turf of our famous International Arena. With some fabulous prizes, exclusive Ladies’ Day Enclosure with a private bar and special hospitality discount, you really do have the perfect excuse to dress up and come and be part of the glamour. Tickets prices start from £24 Adult, £12 Child. Contact: www.hickstead.co.uk 01273 834315

Saturday 01 - Friday 07 August

Kids for a Quid - Summer Festival Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station, Uckfield TN22 3QL

Trains run as part of our service two timetable. All services throughout the day are steam hauled by one of our historic locomotives. Book tickets at least 8 days in advance of the date you plan to travel with our Bluebell Bonus tickets and get generous discounts on adult tickets too. Kids for a Quid applies in advance or on the day of travel. Please telephone 01825 720800 to book. Cost: Child £1, Adult Bluebell Bonus £14.50.

Saturday 01 - 31 August

Kids Summer Fun

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weekdays in August, an adventure playground complete with zip wire, and kids can bring their ball and fly their kite. Music on Sundays. Visit www.bordehill.co.uk for details. Entry Free with Garden entry. Contact: 01444 450326

between 600 and 800 lots of antique and other furniture, ceramics, jewellery, pictures, silver and collectables.

Contact: 01273 478221 clientservices@ gorringes.co.uk

A day of racing in support of the Teenage Cancer Trust and Whoopsadaisy. Form more information and tickets, please call 01273 603580 or visit www.brighton-racecourse.co.uk

Tuesday 04 August

Friday 07 August, 19:30–Finish

Saturday 01 August, 21:00-23:30

Candlelit Vigil in St Wilfrid’s Church 19:30-20:30

A Night with Elvis

Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodlands Road, Hassocks BN6 8HE

Mark Wright, On My Mind, a tribute to the legend singing all his greatest hits like Jailhouse Rock, Wooden Heart, Teddy Bear and many more. A night not to be missed. £3 for guests and members free. Contact: 01273 845829 ckrbl@btconnect.com

Saturday 01 August, 21:45-Midnight

Moths, Bats and Glow Worm Evening led by group members

Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve, Cuckfield Rural, Burgess Hill RG15 8AW. Meet at car park off Maple Drive for 20:45 Join us in a walk round Bedelands in the dark to see and hear all the creatures of the night. All ages welcome and stay as long as you wish.

Bring a torch and warm clothes.

Contact: Mary Smith (Secretary of Friends of Burgess Hill Green Circle Network). Contact: 01444 242667 mary.s.smith@talktalk.net

Sunday 02 & Sunday 16 August, 10:00-14:00

Conservation Work Parties

Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve, Cuckfield Rural, Burgess Hill RG15 8AW. Meet in car park for 10:00.

Help to maintain your local nature reserve and enjoy the workout for free.

All tools supplied. Stay as long as you wish. Contact: Mary Smith 01444 242667 mary.s.smith@talktalk.net

Sunday 02 August, 14:00-17:00

Oldland Mill Open Afternoon Oldlands Lane, Hassocks BN6 8ND

Volunteers will be available to give guided tours and serve refreshments.

Donations are greatly appreciated we suggest £3 per person or £5 per family. There is no parking at the Mill, but it can be reached with a pleasant walk via Oldlands Lane, Keymer, or Lodge Lane, Ditchling. Contact: Fred Maillardet 01273 842342

Monday 03 & Tuesday 04 August, 09:00-17:00

John Lloyd Masterclass - Care and Repair of Antique Furniture

Bankside Farm, Ditchling Common, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 OSJ Cost £250. For further information and bookings please visit www. johnlloydfinefurniture.co.uk/courses or call 01444 480388

Monday 03, 10, 17, 24, August, 08:00-17:00

General Antiques & Collectables Auction Gorringes, Garden Street, Lewes NB7 1TJ

Gorringes hold a weekly Monday sale located at Gorringes Garden Street Auction Rooms, Lewes. This is a well established regular auction holding

Commemoration of World War One The vigil will follow those at Westminster Abbey and churches across the country, with music, readings and WW1 poems. Following the Last Post, a torch will be lit from the candles and carried from the Church to join the procession from Muster Green.

Torch Light Procession from Muster Green approx. 20:45-21:15 People from the Church will join those at Muster Green and will march from Muster Green along South Road and into Victoria Park to the Beacon, singing WW1 songs accompanied by a band. The procession will be lit by lanterns, and the torch carried in relay by members of the community.

Lighting the Beacon, Victoria Park 21:30

At the beacon, everyone, whilst they assemble, will be entertained by more songs of the period

Wednesday 05 – Friday 07 August. Gates open 12 noon each day

Festival of Racing

Brighton Racecourse, Freshfield Road, Brighton, East Sussex BN2 9XZ

Festival of Racing includes: John Smith’s Raceday, Frosts Ladies Day, Checkatrade Festival Finale. FREE return shuttle bus from Brighton Train Station. Advance tickets from £16.

Children under 18 go free. Contact: Brighton Racecourse 01723 603580 info@brighton-racecourse.co.uk www.brighton-racecourse.co.uk@ BrightonRace

Thursday 06 - Sunday 09 August, 10:30-17:00

The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show Michelham Priory and Gardens, Upper Dicker, Nr Hailsham BN27 3QS

Come to meet the makers and see craft demonstrations in the Elizabethan barn and in marquees on the lawns.

Admission includes garden, house and show: Adult £8.40, Child £4.30, Student/Senior £7.20, Disabled/ Carer £4.30, Family £21.50. Contact: The Sussex Guild Shop & Gallery 01273 479565 info@thesussexguild. co.uk www.thesussexguild.co.uk

Thursday 06 August, 20:00

Greyhound - Open Mic Night

Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QT

Every Thursday! Whatever your talent, come and show it off or just watch others. Pop in for a fun night out - entrance free! Contact: thegreyhoundinnkeymer@yahoo.co.uk

Friday 07 August, 12:00

Race Day Fundraiser

Brighton Racecourse, Freshfield Road, Brighton, East Sussex BN2 9XZ

Mid Sussex Amateur Radio Society Radio Night Fox Hunt Cyprus Road Car Park, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX

Bring along your aerial, transceiver, map, compass, ruler, pencil and maybe company. Contact: Stella Rogers, 07803 086838, newsletter@msars.org. uk, www.msars.org.uk

Saturday 08 & Sunday 09 August

Sussex Bonsai Group - Bonsai World 2015 K2 Centre, Crawley RH11 9BQ

Inspiring Bonsai displays. Top International demonstrators.

20+ traders. Admission £6 per day. For more details: bw2015@ sussexbonsaigroup.com www.bonsaiworld2015.co.uk

Saturday 08 August, 10:00-12:00

Burgess Hill Local History Society - Museum Open Morning Museum Basement of Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX

Museum open for viewing of artifacts and display cabinets. Main room displaying Tithe Maps. Our archives and exhibits will be available to help you with any enquiries. Entry is free, but donations welcome. Refreshments available. Take a break from shopping!

All welcome. Details from www.burgesshillmuseum.co.uk

Monday 10 August, 20:00

Greyhound - Quiz Night Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QT

We currently hold a monthly quiz on the second Monday of each month. Why not pop along for this fun night and pit your wits against others. Contact: thegreyhoundinnkeymer@yahoo.co.uk

Monday 10 - Friday 21 August

Hockey Academy

Worth School, Paddockhurst Road, Turners Hill, West Sussex, RH10 4SD

Day and residential courses for improvers aged 12 -17, boys and girls with top coaches from premier league East Grinstead Hockey Club. For further information please contact: 01444 39 0253 academy@eghockey. co.uk www.eghcacademy.co.uk

Tuesday 11 - Thursday 13 August, 09:30-12:30

‘Shrek in the Swamp’ Theatre Workshop Guide Hall, Station Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9EN

This is a great opportunity to learn new performance skills whilst having a fantastic time in a nurturing, engaging and fun packed environment. An enthusiasm to explore drama, dance and singing within a creative team is a must! £50 per student/£40 per sibling.

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Tuesday 11 - Friday 14 August, 10:00-15:00 (except Friday 10:00-16:00)

‘The Demon Headmaster’ Theatre Workshop

Scout HQ, Station Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9EN

Participants work towards an entertaining musical show at the end of the week for parents and friends which showcase the drama, dance and singing learnt during the workshop. £95 per student / £85 per sibling. To book please contact Kim at info@jktheatrearts.com or 07504059640

Tuesday 11 August, 19:30

Weald Classic Vehicle Club

Weald Inn, Royal George Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9SJ

We meet every 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Weald Inn. Owners and enthusiasts welcome. Come and have a chat, listen to a few stories or even tell a tale of two. For further information please call Fred Bone on 01444 239853.

Tuesday 11 August, 20:00

The Group

A pub near Burgess Hill

Single? Aged 45+? The Group might be exactly right for you. We meet in Mid Sussex on the 2nd Tuesday evening of every month. The Group is not a dating agency, but it is an opportunity to meet new people. 400 members in Sussex.

We meet in Burgess Hill, Lewes, Horsham and Brighton. Contact: www.thegroup.org.uk

Wednesday 12 August

Tie Dye with a difference

Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT

Thursday 13 August, 10:30-19:30 Friday 14 – Friday 21 August, 10:30-17:00 Saturday 22 August, 10:30 -15:30

The Association of Sussex Artists Annual Exhibition 2015

Friday 14 - Sunday 16 August

Escape to the Countryside Busses Farm, Harwoods Lane, East Grinstead RH19 4NL

The Association of Sussex Artists annual exhibition in Horsham displaying over 400 high quality, affordable works for sale.

Free entrance. Contact: www.

AssociationofSussexArtists.co.uk Info@AssociationofSussexArtists. co.uk www.facebook.com/ AssociationofSussexArtists

Family camping activity weekend, getting children back to nature. Run in association with the Sussex Wildlife Trust, we have a packed timetable of events from bug trapping and bat walks to yoga, treasure hunts and mask making. The cost is £250 for a family ticket including camping, all the activities and BBQ knees up. Contact: ettcountryside@gmail.com www.yoghurtrooms.com Nicky Bauer 07855 752358

Log to Chair Making Course

Thursday 13 - Friday 14 August

Friday 14 & Friday 28 August,10:30

Turn a green log into a chair to cherish using traditional tools and techniques. £395 (plus seating material, £15-35).

Contact: Richard Bates 07717667649 info@greenwoodcreations.co.uk www.greenwoodcreations.co.uk

Brighton Beach, next to the Pier, Brighton Wheel & Volks Railway

A variety of children’s workshops are running through the summer holidays; skirt making, short making, bunting, cushions, learn together sessions, patchwork totes and more.

All details can be found on the website. £20 per session. Contact: www.madeandmaking.co.uk sarah@madeandmaking.co.uk 07967 819540

Wednesday 12 - Monday 17 August

Woodland Workshop near Midhurst GU31

Thursday 13 August, 9:30-16:30

Teen Dressmaking

Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT

Learn how to use a commercial dress pattern and make your own sleeveless dress. You must be comfortable using a sewing machine and 12 years or over.

All details can be found on the website.

Cost £60. Contact: www.madeandmaking.co.uk sarah@madeandmaking.co.uk 07967 819540

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Drill Hall Horsham, Denne Road, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1JF

Brighton’s Big Screen

90 Blockbuster, Classic and Family movie showings on Brighton Beach.

New contemporary beach bar, pop-up restaurants including The Chilli Pickle.

Free to attend until 5pm. £3 – General admission from 5pm onwards. £7 – Premium seating. £30 – The Chilli Pickle: Movie & Thali Experience.

Contact: www.brightonsbigscreen.com info@brightonsbigscreen.com

Sunday 14 August, 09:00

Ride for Life beyond Sight Loss From Moreton in Marsh to Ovingdean

Annual charity motorbike ride in aid of Blind Veterans UK. £15 includes commemorative badge and BBQ at the finish. Contact: Rachel 01273 391455 rachel.chitty@blindveterans.org.uk

Action for Deafness Coffee Club

Action for Deafness, 22 Sussex Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4EA

Come along and join the group for coffee and a chat – please bring your friends too. Contact: Gerry Turton – 01444 415582, www.actionfordeafness. org.uk

Friday 14, 21 & 28 August, 19:30-10:00

Mid Sussex Amateur Radio Society Radio Night / Table Top Sale

Cyprus Hall, Millfield Suite, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Come along for a chat, a cuppa, use the Radio shack equipment and sell some things. Contact: Stella Rogers, 07803 086838, newsletter@ msars.org.uk, www.msars.org.uk

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Contemporary

CRAFTSHOWS Just Tina

Ultimate Genesis

Performing a fantastic selection of Tina Turners most popular live hits! Britains best Tina tribute!

All the drama of a Genesis gig from the 70’s and 80’s, with dramatic light show and powerful music recreated

by Los Endos.

Friday 18th September 8.00pm Martlets Hall

Pashley Manor Gardens

Friday 25th September 7.30pm Martlets Hall

29 - 31 August 10.00 am - 5.00 pm Pashley Manor Gardens, Ticehurst, Near Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5 7HE

Blake

Bad Manners

The Brit-Award winning harmonisers are back! With a new album and their most uplifting live show yet!

Mod Mayhem! The legendary British SKA band still fronted by Buster Blood Vessel.

Friday 9th October 8.00pm Clair Hall

Michelham Priory 6 - 9 August

Friday 16th October 8.00pm Martlets Hall

10.30 am - 5.00 pm Michelham Priory, Upper Dicker, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27 3QS

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Edwardian brooch £5,000

Rolex Sea-Dweller £4,800

THE LEADING AUCTIONEERS IN THE SOUTH EAST

Satsuma dish £10,500

Beryl Cook £15,000

Harold Mockford £5,000

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Edwardian Candelabra £4,800

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Chinese Ivory £5,000

Secretaire chest £4,600

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Monday, 17 - Friday 21 August

Cuckfield Village, West Sussex RH17

Point4 Workshops are for children aged 5 years+ Boys and Girls and is SUPER fun and SUPER inclusive of all abilities! For general enquiries, please phone 01903 817029 robin@ letsdancehassocks.com http://www. letsdancehassocks.co.uk

Cuckfield Royal Observer Post Open Weekend In 1962 an underground bunker was built near Cuckfield churchyard as part of the Royal Observer Corps Post. Mark Russell and Ed Combes have restored the bunker to how it would have looked at closure. Contact: Phillipa Malins 01444 452307 www.rocremembered.com

Saturday 15 August, 10:00-15:00

Pauline Thaw Centre Summer Fete Age Concern Hassocks & District, Dale Avenue, Hassocks BN6 8LW

Come and enjoy a lovely Ploughman’s Lunch with us, and there will be many stalls and games you can join in with. Contact: 01273 844461

Sunday 16 August, 12:00

Weald Classic Vehicle Club Annual BBQ

Weald Inn, Royal George Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9SJ Our first annual BBQ will be held at The Weald Inn, Burgess Hill, from midday. The proceeds after costs will be donated to Finches of Burgess Hill.

Sunday 16 - Thursday 18 August, 14:00-17:30

Malthouse Farm Open Gardens Malthouse Farm, Streat Lane, Streat BN6 8SA See Local Living

Lets Dance

Tavistock and Summerhill School, Summerhill Lane, Lindfield RH16 1RP

Monday, 17 - Friday, 21 August

Act Too Summer Workshop - “Tangled & Frozen in the Chocolate Factory”

Martlets Hall, Civic Way, Burgess Hill RH15 9NN

Following last years popular Matilda workshop, come and join us for another week of creative fun in the holidays. Our daily workshops are filled with drama, dance and songs from a variety of sources! Cost: £150 and £125 Act Too Members/ Matilda Members. Contact: 01444 242888 www.ActTooAcademy. co.uk

Thursday 20 August, 10:00-14:00

Jewellery Valuation Day Bonhams, 19 Palmeira Square, Hove BN3 2JN

Bonhams Jewellery Specialist will be at the office to provide free and confidential auction valuations on items you are considering selling. To make an appointment, please contact Jenny Bouston on 01273 220 000 or email jenny.bouston@bonhams.com

CHARITY POLO TOURNAMENT Saturday 5th September From 12 Noon

Friday 21 August, 19:15-21:45. Doors open at 18:00

Contact: Sue Perry 03001118150 office@worthparish.org.uk

The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX

Saturday 22 August, 19:00-21:30

Music for Everyone

Celebrated organist/keyboard player, Pete Shaw. Entry £5 on door. Contact: Rosalie Birchmoore 01444 241269 bhkeyclub33@talktalk.net

Saturday 22 August, 10:00-14:00

Balcombe Village Craft, Gift & Local Produce Market

Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe HP17 6HP

Come visit and enjoy the assortment of lovely stalls and local produce. This month’s charity/refreshments will be in aid of the Victory Hall itself with its renowned First World Wars Murals.

Well worth a visit! Contact: Glenda Thomson 01444 811462

Saturday 22 August, 12:00-16:00

Sussex Summer Picnic

Tottington Manor, Edburton, Nr Henfield BN5 9LJ Sussex wine, food and beer with live music. £18.50 per person. Contact: Tottington Manor 01903 815757

Saturday 22 August, 12:00-16:00

St Nicholas’ Church Fete and Open Day

St Nicholas’ Church, Church Road, Crawley RH10 7RT

Barbecue, refreshments, bouncy castle, face painting, tours, flower festival, stalls, choir on the lawn, organ recital, prize draw and more... Free entrance.

SW150 Concert 3 - Organ Recital St Wilfred’s Church, St Wilfrid’s Way, Haywards Heath RH16 3QH

Richard Toms plays pieces by Bach, Sweelinck, Beethoven, Liszt and Roger-Ducasse on the Tickell organ. £10 for adults and £2 for children.

Season ticket for four concerts £28. Contact: Parish Office 01444 412339 admin@ stwilfridshaywardsheath.org.uk

Saturday 22 August, 21:00-23:30

The River Boys

Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodsland Road, Hassocks BN6 8HE

They are back after their debut last year! A 3 piece rock “n” roll jive band covering all the great songs of the 50s - one of the best in Sussex. A night not to be missed! £3.00 for guests and members are free. Contact: 01273 845829 ckrbl@btconnect.com

Sunday 23 August, 11:00-17:00

Heavy Horses working on the Wildflower Meadow

High Beeches, High Beeches Lane, Handcross, Haywards Heath RH17 6HQ ( Woodland and Water Garden)

Watch these beautiful animals at work harrowing the Wildflower Meadow.

Plants for sale. Adults £7.00, Children under 14 free. Contact: Sarah Bray 01444 400589 gardens@highbeeches. com www.highbeeches.com

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Headway Autumn Fair Saturday 19th September 11.30am to 3pm

One of the best family days out in Sussex!

Held in our beautiful grounds in Newick ★ Live music from a wonderful mix of local bands ★ A range of stalls selling vintage goods and local produce ★ Dog Show ★ Kids entertainment ★ Bar ★ BBQ ★ Vintage motorbikes ★ Birds of Prey ★ And lots, lots more

The Bluebell Railway are delighted to announce our two week Summer Festival running from

Saturday 25th July - Sunday 9th August

If you would like to run a stall or can volunteer on the day, please get in touch with Katie at katie@headway-hp.co.uk or call 01825 724323

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✷ Kingscote Vineyard Tour ✷ Gravetye Manor Tour & Afternoon Tea ✷ Borde Hill Tour of House & Garden

Headway Hurstwood Park. Jackies Lane, Newick, nr Lewis, BN8 4QX

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✷ Visit to National Trust Standen House including a Garden Tour

Firle Place International

✷ Evening of Ale & Jazz ✷ Seaside Weekend including Donkey

Rides, Sandcastle Competition, Punch & Judy, Ice Cream. 1st & 2nd August

Horse Trials * Country Fair * Dog Festival

Sunday August 30th 2015

✷ Kids for a Quid week 1st - 7th August ✷ Punch & Judy Shows/Circus Workshops. 3rd - 7th August ✷ Vintage Transport Weekend including displays of classic cars, stationary engines, commercial vans, steam road engines & motorbikes. 8th & 9th August We look forward to welcoming you aboard to join in with our special summer festival - there is something for everyone to enjoy!

❅ ❄ Gate opens 9am - Firle Place nr Lewes BN8 6LP 39th International Horse Trials

Dog Festival open to all - showing, racing, scurrys, agilty Archery, Craft Fair, Farmers Market, Food, Bar, Shopping www.firleplaceevent.co.uk

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Family Fun Raceday

Brighton Racecourse, Freshfield Road, Brighton, East Sussex BN2 9XZ

Return shuttle bus from Brighton Train Station. Traditional Mascot Race, fairground activities, face painting, zorbing, photo booth and get the kids interested in racing with our kids racing zone! With all of this going on, and seven great races, there is something for all of the family. Family Package for 4 - £25.00. Contact: Brighton Racecourse 01273 603580 info@brighton-racecourse.co.uk www.brighton-racecourse.co.uk@ BrightonRace

Wednesday 26 - Saturday 29 August (inclusive), 10:30–15:30

Seaside Fun in The Orchards

The Orchards Shopping Centre, Haywards Heath RH16 3QH

Free fun for all with bouncy castle, sand pits, ice cream, balloon modelling, all-day magic and Punch & Judy Shows. Qualified helpers on hand to make sure that you can shop, relax and enjoy the day. Contact: Nicola Bird 01444 410260 nbird@fandcreit.com; www.theorchardshopping.com;

Saturday 29 August, 09:00-13:00

Hassocks Village Market

National Tyres Forecourt, 60 Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8AR A lively and bustling village market supporting local producers and crafts-people. Huge selection of fresh bread, free range meats, eggs and fish, traditional cheese, plants, home baked cakes and much more. Music and singing, weather depending, plus Hassocks Football Club promoting their services to the community.

Contact: Sarah Lessacheer, 07810 800248 or via facebook “Hassocks Village Market”

Saturday 29 - Monday 31 August, 10:00-17:00

The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show Pashley Manor Gardens, Ticehurst, Nr Wadhurst TN5 7HE

Come to meet the makers and see the very best of Sussex crafts in an ideal setting. Admission £8, which includes entry to the gardens and the show, children (6 - 16 years) £5. Contact: The Sussex Guild Shop & Gallery 01273 479565 info@thesussexguild.co.uk www.thesussexguild.co.uk

Saturday 29 August, 13:30-17:00

Family Fun Afternoon at Beech Hurst Gardens Butler’s Green Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4BB

We will be finishing our 40th Anniversary Open Garden programme with a special family event. The miniature railway will be supporting the event with rides on their trains.

Homemade refreshments and other stalls. Parking on site next to Harvester Restaurant. Contact: Carol Hughes 01444 471598. Proceeds to St Peter & St James Hospice.

Saturday 29 August, 14:30

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Summer Flower and Vegetable Show

Rawson Hall, Batchelors Field, The Street, Bolney RH17 5PF

Approximately 80 classes for floral art, flowers, plants, vegetables, cookery and photography. Admission free.

Contact: Miss J Woodland (Secretary), 01444 881640 judithwoodland123@ btinternet.com

Saturday 29 August, 20:30-23:30

Full House

Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodsland Road, Hassocks BN6 8HE

New to the club, Full House are a hugely acclaimed twin lead guitar rock/pop covers 4 piece band. They will be covering hits from Pink Floyd, Foo Fighters, Journey and many more. £3 guest fee and members free.

Contact: 01273 845829 ckrbl@btconnect.com

Open-air cinema 2015 Wakehurst Place

Sunday 30 & Bank Holiday Monday 31 August, 08:00-18:00

Edenbridge and Oxted Agricultural Show

Ardenrun Showground, Tandridge Lane, Lingfield RH7 6LL (signposted off A22)

Animals, rides, food, horticultural, crafts and beer marquees; Heavy Horse Village; Dog Show; Bands; 300+ shops; Parrot, Owl and Sheep Shows. Children FREE; adult £18 (£16 advance); Students and Senior Citizens £14 (£12 advance). Contact: www.edenbridge-show.co.uk for advance reduced price tickets and information.

Grease Friday 11 September

Frozen Saturday 12 September

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Sunday 30 August

Firle Place International Horse Trials, Country Fair and Dog Festival Firle Place, Firle, Lewes, East Sussex BN8 6LP

A great family day out, including the dogs – watch leading international event riders, compete your dog in the scurry, racing, dog shows, have a go at agility and shop in over 60 trade stand. £15 a car and all occupants.

Contact: Jo Carr 01323 482016 jo@firleplaceevent.co.uk www.firleplaceevent.co.uk

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Sunday 30 August, 11:00-22:00

13th – 22nd AUGUST 2015

The Broadway, Haywards Heath RH16 3AS

(Thursday 13th late night opening until 7.30pm)

Making Waves on Broadway

Making Waves on Broadway will be an amazing 11 hour musical festival – so don’t miss out, you will be compelled to dance in the street. £8 in advance or£12 on the day. Children Free (11 and under). Contact: Sarah Brook 01444 800045 info@itsmagic.org.uk www.itsmagic.org.uk

Sunday 30 August, 12:00-16:00

50th Anniversary Music and Picnic

Borde Hill Garden, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1XP

50th Anniversary Celebrations with a 60’s band, 60’s dress up theme, games, historical exhibition and presentation by the owner. Bring a picnic and enjoy the day. Free with Garden entry. Book in advance for discounted tickets.

Contact: Borde Hill Garden 01444 450326 info@bordehill.co.uk, www.bordehill.co.uk

Drill Hall, Denne Road Horsham, RH12 1JF Open 10.30am to 5pm including Sunday Closes Saturday 22nd at 3.30pm

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Brand Power! d lishe b a e t l leng n es a o h c g e n a hug Ta k i s i come e s b e i u o n y a o comp . How d s s e n i s bu new for new u bra nd a o y o d w o nd h k now n? A mple busi ness? Damia n Se reveals some big brand secrets that w il l work for yo u.

Branding is more than logos

Your brand goes deeper than a logo. Branding is a set of associations held in mind by a potential customer. The culmination of lots of factors - design, advertising, displays, marketing and how you treat customers - will generate associations. Studies suggest that as much as 75% of purchase decisions are based on emotion.

Branding can make your business perform better by harnessing these associations and emotions that’s brand power!

Secret No 2: Allocate a consistent percentage of your budget and don’t spend haphazardly.

Secret No 4: Think of one unique aspect of your business and push that to the fore.

Have a plan!

Don’t rush it

You need a fully-budgeted plan, outlining the costs of how you are going to achieve your marketing goals within a certain timeframe.

Using a marketing agency can be beneficial as they’ll help you understand the full range of marketing opportunities for your business as well as ways you can gain an advantage over competitors.

Secret No 1: Be clear about what your business stands for. Formulate a concise message with resonance, and project this across your marketing.

Secret No 3: Think in reverse: consider the point of sale before the product or service.

Head out of the sand

Brand, not bland

Products and services don’t sell themselves. You may have to spend as much as 20% of turnover during the early brand-building years. Ignoring marketing until it’s too late leads to panic spending. There’s nothing like a badly-managed SEO campaign for wasting money! Be consistent, and work towards a set of goals.

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It seems logical to emulate competitors - they’re doing OK, so why shouldn’t you?

Most markets are saturated or close to, so the message you’ll give is that you’re a “me too” business, i.e. there’s no reason to choose you over competitors.

Me too businesses can survive by competing on price… but that’s a race to the bottom.

A great phrase, used everywhere can be hugely successful. But once you have a reputation for, say, value, it’s hard to switch to another, like quality. A change can affect your reputation and future sales as well as being costly to integrate across your marketing.

Secret No 5: Every big brand uses focus groups. Speak to potential customers before you commit to a message.

Quick branding tips

Get a great logo. Place it everywhere.

Don’t weaken the logo by adding or altering – less is more.

Write a brand value statement and pin it to the wall in a prominent place.

Integrate your brand within every aspect of your business.

Create brand standards and consistent marketing materials. Not only does this reinforce your brand, it’s more efficient.

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