Chichester Local Magazine - August 2019

August 2019

Local news & events through the door to over 7,700 homes in this area every month

VICTIM SUPPORT LOCAL CHARITY PROFILE

WIN!

The Secret Garden tickets Fishbourne Roman Palace tickets DAB Digital Radio!

GARDENS

St Mary’s Bramber

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HISTORY

Billy Fiske & the Battle of Britain

NEWS

Council, Charity & School

What’s On, Recipe, Prize Crossword, Young Readers’ Puzzles, Local Walks, Local Groups & Charity, Business Directory

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August 2019 Cover image Chichester Cathedral & Bishop's Palace Garden

Welcome... .....to our August issue.

This month we have given our popular What’s On feature a wash and brush-up which we think makes it easier to read. See what you think, starting on page 4.

A packed issue includes a competition for tickets to Fishbourne Roman Palace and a chance to see “The Secret Garden”, a play for all the family - see pages 11 & 12.

This month’s recipe is for mouthwatering fruit kebabs with marshamallows, followed by our health article with hints for managing how you reward yourself with treats. We would love to say how we planned this interesting juxtaposition of articles, but honestly - it just happened.

Andrew takes us on a walk around the fabulous gardens of St Mary’s House in Bramber. Staying with history, we look at the tragic crash of a Hurricane at Tangmere in the Battle of Britain on page 35.

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...........................................................................What’s On .........................Win tickets to Fishbourne Roman Palace .......Win tickets to see family play “The Secret Garden” .........................................................RSPB Pagham news ........................................................................Local Walks ..............................................Charity & Community News .........................................Charity Profile - Victim Support ...Prize Crossword - Win a Voucher for The Seal@Selsey .......................Recipe - Fruit Kebabs with Marshmallows .............Chichester History - WW2 Tragedy at Tangmere ....................In Your Garden - St Mary’s House, Bramber ................The Property Doctor - Converting Your Garage ....................Health & Wellbeing - Managing Your Treats .............................................Young Readers’ Puzzle Page ........................................Chichester City Council Update ..........................................Business Directory Classifieds ...........................................................Index of Advertisers Kay Publishing Ltd PO Box 2237 Pulborough RH20 9AH info@sussexlocal.net www.sussexlocal.net

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Property Doctor Chris looks at garage conversions on page 39, while nature lovers can catch up with the RSPB at Pagham on page 16.

The main focus of activity after a crime is to catch the criminal. But it also leaves its mark on victims. Our main feature is on the charity Victim Support, which has a branch in Sussex, see page 26.

Lastly, please support local business where you can by calling our advertisers. Thanks from them and thanks from us for reading Chichester Local.

Kris & Jeff

Quote of the month “2 + 2 = 5” George Orwell from the novel 1984 Disclaimer - Whilst advertisements are printed in good faith, Sussex Local (Kay Publishing Ltd) is an independent company and does not endorse products or services that appear in this magazine. Sussex Local cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions or claims made by contributors. Views and opinions of contributors are not necessarily those of the publisher.

Seven editions across West Sussex Arundel - Arundel, Amberley, Burpham, Climping, Fontwell, Ford, Slindon, Walberton & Yapton Total addresses - 6,700 Barnham - Barnham, Eastergate, Westergate, Aldingbourne, Oving, & Tangmere Total addresses - 5,400 Chichester - Chichester centre & suburbs Total addresses - 7,800 Findon - Findon Valley, Findon Village, Nepcote, High Salvington, Clapham & Patching plus Salvington/Selden (south of A27) Total addresses - 6,200 Midhurst & Petworth - Midhurst, Petworth, Easebourne Total addresses - 7,100 Pulborough - Pulborough, Bury, Coldwaltham, Fittleworth, Marehill, Nutbourne, Stopham, West Chiltington village and Common.

Total addresses - 5,500 Storrington - Storrington, Ashington, Cootham Thakeham, Sullington & Washington. Total addresses - 6,600

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Win a Family ticket to Fishbourne Roman Palace!

Travel back 2,000 years to meet the Romans!

Fishbourne Roman Palace offers families a great day out and this summer there is even more to see and do. Every Thursday in August the Palace will come alive with hands-on activities for all ages to enjoy with opportunities to make clay lamps and pots, dress up as a Roman, design your own mosaic and play Roman games.

On the weekend of Sat 31st August & Sun 1st September, Roman Solders will invade the site! The leading Roman re-enactment society, Ermine Street Guard will set up their military camp and be on hand to talk to visitors. There will also be impressive displays of weaponry, warfare and battle tactics.

With more than 20 mosaics floors on display, artefacts from the site and a replanted formal garden, Fishbourne Roman Palace is the perfect place to learn more about the people who lived here 2,000 years ago. The site is open every day with plenty of parking, cafĂŠ and picnic area.

For further information visit: www.sussexpast.co.uk/ properties-to-discover/fishbourne-roman-palace. *Each family ticket allows 2 adults and up to 4 children aged 5-16

Win a Family ticket to Fishbourne Roman Palace!

To enter the competition answer the question below: Q: When period does the palace date back to? a) Vickings b) Romans c) Roman Saxons Send your answer and contact details to: Fishbourne Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/features/ competitions Winner drawn after 31st August 2019.

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Win tickets to see ‘Secret Garden’ Friday 23rd August, Stansted Park Live at the Regis 2018

secrecy and curiosity in what will be one of the highlights of the summer.

Chapterhouse Theatre Company is delighted to be celebrating its 20th year by doing what they do best: touring open-air theatre to stunning country houses, castles and heritage sites across the UK and Ireland.

A greatly anticipated addition to thousands of theatre -goers’ calendars.

We have both pairs of tickets and family tickets to give away. Visit www.chapterhouse.org

Win tickets to Secret Garden To enter the competition answer the question below: Q: What has Mary’s uncle hidden?

This summer, join young Mary Lennox on a journey of discovery as she is sent to her uncle’s house in the countryside, where mysteries and secrets lurk round every corner...

As she makes new friends and encounters magical creatures, Mary has one burning question: where is the location of her uncle’s secret garden, and where has he hidden the key? Relive this enchanting tale of

a) Money

b) Treasure

c) Key

Send your answer and contact details to: Secret Garden Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/ features/competitions Winner drawn after 13th August 2019. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

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16 Nature

Coping with the heat at RSPB Pagham Harbour & Medmerry

By Roy Newnham, Visitor Experience Officer Blue Tits Bathing

This morning my car wouldn’t start and I had to get the train and then cycle from Chichester down the Route 88 / Bill Way to our Visitor Centre. What started out as a frustrating morning ended up a very pleasant meander through the countryside taking in the birdsong and hum of insects. If I had not had work to do I would have carried on along the new Medmerry Cycle Link that connects our Pagham Harbour reserve to our Medmerry reserve. It’s a lovely way to explore Medmerry and if you don’t have a bike, you can hire them outside our Visitor Centre through App-Bike.

The shelter in our Discovery Zone is proving to be a blessing as the summer temperatures soar, but how is our wildlife coping?

Many birds and mammals also seek shade, heading into the denser, cooler undergrowth, making them far less conspicuous at this time of year. However, just like us they need water as much as food and must also wash to keep their feathers and coats in good condition. Flocks of birds visit our ponds in the morning and late afternoon to bathe and drink, while other wildlife visits under the cover of darkness. A pond is a great addition to any garden attracting a wealth of wildlife.

Don’t worry if you don’t have much room, even a small container such as a washing up bowl or old ceramic sink can play host to a huge variety of amazing wildlife.

Just remember to put some stones or logs in so creatures can crawl in and out safely. Alternatively, you could put out a bird bath. There is an array of bird baths on sale but essentially it needs to be no more than a large dish, tray or lid. It simply wants to be sturdy but light enough to clean and refill, with shallow sloping sides, providing a water depth from 2.5 – 10cm. The important thing is to clean it regularly and not let it become stagnant or dirty. Dirty bird baths allow pathogens to accumulate risking bird health and some can be transmitted to other wildlife that may also drink the water. A quick scrub to remove algae and dirt and a swill round with clean water is all that’s required but remember to wash your hands thoroughly after.

Although much of our wildlife is looking for respite from the heat, we do have some sun worshippers.

Reptiles are cold bloodied and often bask in the sun to warm their bodies up. Our common lizards are able to warm up quicker in the heat and therefore can be active sooner, having more time to hunt prey. They can be seen early morning on the rock piles in our Discovery Zone, flattening their bodies creating a bigger surface area to expose to the sun. Slow worms are neither slow nor worms (or snakes)! They are in fact legless lizards and give their identity away by being able to blink with eyelids. They are a smooth golden-grey colour and like our common lizards, have the ability to shed their tails if attacked.

Most flying insects are reluctant to fly in cold or wet conditions, so the recent weather has seen a boom in numbers of bees and butterflies. In the UK there are approximately 9000 species of wasp and 270 species of bee. Of these only 9 species of wasp and 20 species of bee are social nesting and live in colonies. The rest are solitary and generally harmless. Many are fantastic pollinators while others hunt and predate other insects, often controlling pests in our gardens and allotments.

Our new wildflower area is proving a magnet for bees and wasps of all shapes and sizes as well as a host of other insects. These in turn provide food for insecteating birds like martins, swallows and swifts.

Dragonflies like still, warm days to patrol and hunt. They are able to beat each of their four wings individually making them extremely agile and are among the fastest and most maBroad Bodied Chaser noeuvrable of flying insects. However, there is a bird of prey that specialises in catching dragonflies. The hobby is a summer visitor, similar in size to a kestrel with a slate grey back, streaky underparts and a distinctive red undertail. It catches dragonflies in flight, pulling their wings off and eating them as they go.

Throughout the summer holidays we will be running family events when you can discover some of these wonderful creatures. Check out our events page on our website, www.rspb.org.uk/paghamharbour For more information pop into our Visitor Centre on the B2145 between Chichester and Selsey, send an email to: pagham.harbour@rspb.org.uk or telephone 01243 641508 or you can visit our website at www.rspb.org.uk/paghamharbour

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Local Walks - August These walks are supported by Chichester District Council, are led by volunteers and are designed to cater for all ages and abilities. No booking is required but please arrive 10 mins before the walk is due to start. Dogs are welcome unless otherwise stated but must be kept on the lead.

Timings are for guidelines only. If the weather is poor the walk may be cancelled, if unsure check, contact 01243 534589 health@chichester.gov.uk www.chichesterwellbeing.org.uk L = Walk Leader Thu 1

10:30 am West Marden L: Jane A pleasant walk with some hills and stiles through woodland

2 hrs 30 mins

5 miles

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10.30 am Lord’s Piece Pootle Meet: Lord’s Piece, Sutton, RH20 1PZ

1 hr 30 mins

1.3 miles

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10:30 am Chichester Canal L: Helen A flat walk at a gentle pace, suitable for beginners.

Meet at Chichester Canal, Basin Road, PO19 8DT

30 mins

1 mile

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10:30 am Coastal Emsworth Meet in Emsworth square, PO10 7AW

1 hr 30 mins

3 miles

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2:00 pm Emsworth Harbour L: Helen Meet in The New Life Christian Church car park

1 hr

3 miles

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10:30 am Chidham Peninsula L: Alison The best panoramic views of the harbour.

Meet at Cobnor Farm Amenity car park, PO18 8TD

2 hr 30 mins

5 miles

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10:30 am Wey Arun Canal West L: Richard Meet in canal visitor centre car park in Loxwood

2 hrs 15 mins

4.7 miles

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10.30 am Washington & Sullington Meet at Frankland Arms pub RH20 4AL

2 hrs 30 mins

5 miles

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10:30 am Binsted Woods L: Dominic Meet in Walberton Village Hall car park, BN18 0PQ

2 hrs 30 mins

4.2 miles

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10:30 am Wisborough Green L: Richard Meet on the North side of the green near cricket pavilion

2 hrs

4 miles

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10:30 am Finchdean & Chalton Down Meet in Finchdean at The George, PO8 0AU

L: Bruce

2 hrs 30 mins

5.3 miles

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10:30 am Plaistow Meet on South side of village green

L: Richard

2 hrs

4.2 miles

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10:30 am Langstone & Hayling Billy L: Anne Meet at the Ship Inn Langstone Road, PO9 1RD

1 hr 30 mins

3 miles

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10:30 am Houghton Forest & Bignor Hill Meet in Whiteways Car Park, BN18 9FD

L: Alison

2 hrs 30 mins

6 miles

Thu 22

10.30 am Yapton Canal Meet in main car park in the centre of Yapton

L: Peter

2 hrs

4 miles

Fri 23

10.30 am Lodsworth Meet in Lodsworth, GU28 9BZ

L: Bruce

2 hrs 10 mins

4.5 miles

Tue 27

10.30 am Woolbeding Landscapes Meet at Older Hill car park

L: Fiona

2 hrs 30 mins

4.5 miles

Wed 28th

10:30 am Whiteways L: Dominic Meet in Whiteways car park on A29, BN18 9FD

2 hrs 45 mins

5 miles

Fri 30

10:30 am Angmering Park & Hammerpot L: Peter Meet in car park in the woods at the Dover BN18 9PX

2 hrs

4 miles

L: Charles

L: Anne

L: Jane

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20 Charity & Community

Sussex Snippets Bee Lines campaign off to a flying start Nearly £5,000 has been raised in just three weeks as part of a new campaign to help reverse the decline of bees in the South East. Dozens of donations have been received by the South Downs National Park Trust since it launched Bee Lines last month. The campaign will work with farmers and other landowners to create new wildflower corridors, essentially a “road system” for insects – that will link habitats and encourage pollination.

Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner Local charity Reformed East Sussex (RES) was awarded £15,000 from the Sussex Police Community Safety Fund. This money will help them continue to support the rehabilitation of offenders and substance misusers across Sussex.

Pride City Angels initiative to keep Brighton clean City Angels have launched an initiative supporting the extensive effort to keep Brighton streets safe and clean before, during and after Pride. Local businesses and organisations will be asked to commit to keeping their environment clean and tidy, encourage staff to dispose of litter responsibly and to be fully supportive of LGBTQ initiatives and events that take place in Brighton & Hove.

Space Chase: the Summer Reading Challenge The Summer Reading Challenge is already well underway in local libraries since Saturday 13th July.

It’s free for families to take part and is a great way to encourage children to read for enjoyment during the long summer holiday. Children can collect fun rewards as they read but, best of all, children are free to choose which library books they would like.

Local Plan for South Downs National Park is adopted The Plan covers the entire National Park for the next 14 years and includes a number of measures to mitigate against climate change. The Plan also protects vital services such as clean water and food, promotes the planting of new trees and hedges, and has high goals for affordable housing.

Men’s Health: National cycle to work day 8th August On 8th August, National Cycle to Work Day, the UK’s biggest cycle commuting event, is encouraging thousands of riders to swap their cars and public transport and to hit the streets to celebrate everyday cycling. Cycling is a fun and effective form of exercise.

Studies conclude that ‘Men who get the most exercise have a lower incidence of prostate cancer when compared with men who get little or no exercise.’

Worthing Theatres' move to an independent trust is set to get the green light.

Worthing Borough Council’s in-house theatre team is to be backed to take over the running of the enterprise, after a report recommended it was best placed to deliver a dynamic future. Now, subject to a final contract price, leaders of the Council have been recommended to confirm that the team will take over.

While the Council retains ownership of the buildings, the in-house team, established as an independent charitable trust, will be responsible for day-to-day operations, budget, staff and event programming.

Sussex Rail Partnership receives accreditation The Sussex Rail Community Partnership {SRCP), the local community interest company which promotes greater use of train travel and other public transport, has just been awarded accreditation status by the Department for Transport (DfT). Accreditation is formal recognition by the DfT that a community rail partnership operates to a high standard and that its objectives and activities are supported by the government.

Colourful storybook explores the Heathlands Since the beginning of last year, 17 heritage volunteers have been working across Hampshire and West Sussex to uncover the hidden treasures and historic tales of the heaths. The final result is a colourful book of stories, entitled “The Fish, The Goatsucker and The Highwayman”. All written by the volunteers and drawing upon their interviews with local people and archive research, the tales are a mixture of fact and imaginative fiction. The stories will now form the basis of a schools engagement programme across Hampshire and West Sussex, starting in September.

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22 Charity & Community Chichester Cathedral Festival of Flowers The Chichester Cathedral Festival of Flowers 2020 was given the go ahead after its launch on 11th June, when flower arrangers and VIPs from across the county gathered in the Cathedral to discover the theme of the Festival and the celebrity Patron, was revealed as star of stage and screen Hugh Bonneville. The theme of the Festival was announced as ‘Realms of Glory’ featuring quotations from the Bible, Psalms, Hymns, Carols and Prayers in picturesque tableaux, gardens and pedestal arrangements.

Over 200 flower arrangers will transform the Cathedral next Spring into a stunning visual array of creative, imaginative and beautiful flower arrangements.

The Festival of Flowers will take place from 28th – 30th May 2020 and as well as the magnificent flower arrangements, there will also be a programme of live music, a festival market and delicious refreshments in Café des Fleurs. It is hoped many visitors will come and enjoy the Cathedral in its floral transformation.

Tickets will be on sale from autumn 2019 and proceeds will go to the work of the Cathedral Restoration & Development Trust. For more information about the event, please visit: www.chichestercathedral.org.uk

Grants scheme for small businesses Small enterprises across the district will be able to boost their business thanks to another grant scheme, which has been launched by Chichester District Council. Following the success of the district’s previous Enabling Grants Scheme last year, more than £140,000 will now be available for small busi- Karen Griffin from Stickers4Walls nesses in the Chichester District. This has been made possible through a partnership between district and borough councils in West Sussex. The Enabling Grants Scheme, which will run for up to two years, offers a simple way for small businesses to access match funding of up to £2,500 for website and capital projects. One of the businesses that has previously benefited from the Enabling Grants scheme includes Stickers4Walls. With grant funding, they were able to purchase a new piece of machinery that has directly and significantly increased their turnover Grants of £1,000 are also available to help businesses employ an apprentice or up-skill existing staff. Small businesses in the district can now apply. Full details can be found on the website: www.chichester.gov.uk/enablinggrantscheme.

The Novium Museum invites public to share their views The Novium Museum, which is provided by Chichester District Council, is launching a survey to gather opinions on current museum services and views on how these could be improved to best suit the needs of local people and visitors to the district. The short survey went live on Monday 15 July and the deadline for responding is midnight on 1 September 2019.

Everyone that takes part can opt to enter a competition which gives applicants a chance of winning a £50 voucher to spend in The Novium Museum shop and café. People can take part online at www.chichester.gov.uk/letstalknovium. There is also a list of frequently asked questions to help put the survey into context and explain some of the terms used. If you would prefer a paper copy of the questionnaire, it can be requested by emailing letstalk@chichester.gov.uk. or calling 01243 521261.

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Brent Lodge - Help for local wildlife Sadly, the negative impact of human activity, agriculture and climate change on UK wildlife numbers and welfare is staggering. Brent Lodge treats many wildlife casualties that have suffered as a result of road traffic collisions, oil spills, poisoning, glue traps, and fishing lines. Attack injuries caused by domestic cats and dogs are commonplace too. Habitat loss or disturbance results in hundreds of orphans being admitted, and many baby birds have had their nests disturbed or destroyed by tree or hedge-cutting during breeding season. Hedgehog numbers have declined dramatically as more gardens are fenced in, their food becomes scarce, and slug pellets and pesticides deplete their numbers. At Brent Lodge, staff are doing their best to create a positive impact to aid UK wild-

An orphaned hoglet at Brent Lodge

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life casualties and orphans, and also to educate the public on how to respect and protect native wildlife through their outreach work. Simple things such as keeping an eye on your cats if you see baby birds in your garden, keeping your bird food topped up and being more wildlife aware when cutting your hedges are a sure way to help your garden friends. Baby season is still underway as the first hoglets arrive at the hospital. Brent Lodge will continue to see more hoglets and other orphaned wildlife as the summer progresses. If you're worried about a baby animal that seems to be alone, don't touch them, but watch from a distance to check they're orphaned first. The centre receives many calls about young animals from people who think they are orphaned but it's likely that the parents are nearby, waiting for the humans to leave. Brent Lodge are grateful for the support they receive from the local community either through volunteering or donations.

If you are worried about an animal, please call Brent Lodge on 01243 641672.

If you would like to help to secure the future of local wildlife there are many ways you can support Brent Lodge. For details, please visit www.brentlodge.org

24 Hulky Bear, the feline reporter Hello from your favourite out and about reporter at the Cat and Rabbit Rescue Centre, Hulky Bear. The other day while snoozing in the sun outside of a window I overheard some of my staff talking about this year’s statistics. They were talking about the number of animals we have taken in and re -homed in the first half of this year. These statistics run from the beginning of January to the end of June.

This year we have taken in 435 cats and kittens and re-homed 306. We have taken in 59 rabbits and rehomed 46, also we have taken in 72 guinea-pigs and re-homed 46. That’s 566 animals. Sadly, this doesn’t even include the animals we were offered but could not help. It’s quite upsetting that the number of unwanted animals is still rising. We also need to rehome more animals of course, so if anyone is looking you know where to send them! CRRC is also running a pet photography contest! Obviously if I entered a photo of myself I would win, but unfortunately they won’t let me. So I will just have to settle with helping with the judging. To enter, all you need to do is go to our website, there you will be able to send us your photos and payment. It is a £2 entry fee, but this money will go a long way to helping all the animals at

The Centre. Our favourite photos will be displayed at our Summer Fayre on the 11th August where the winner will be announced. Drum roll please… the winner will receive your photo framed by Art for All in Chichester. If you are interested in adopting a cat, kitten, rabbit or guinea pig then please call us here at the centre on 01243 641409 between 9-4pm during the week. To enter the photography competition, visit: www.crrc.co.uk/photographycontest

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26 Charity Profile

Victim Support Supporting Victims of Crime - Locally, Nationally, Independently.

By Lynn Smith Victims of and witnesses to criminal activity suffer not only through the perpetration of that crime but also in its aftermath, they may be traumatised or in fear of what might happen if they speak up about what they have seen.

Independent charity, Victim Support provides free and confidential services to victims of crime and traumatic events in England and Wales - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Speaking up for victims’ rights, ensuring their needs are met in the criminal justice system, Victim Support, locally based in Shoreham, offers specialist help equipping people

to cope and recover so that they feel they can get on with their lives. Helping people to find the strength and to feel safe in moving beyond crime - not only, those who experience crime directly, but also their friends, family and any other people involved.

Dedicated to helping victims – regardless of who they are, how long ago the crime was committed and whether or not the crime has been reported - Victim Support’s vision is for a world where victims and witnesses are given the support they need and the respect they deserve. And, although the charity works independently of the government, the police, local authorities and the criminal justice system, nonetheless it also works closely with these bodies, and others, in order to achieve its goals.

The victim is at the heart of the organisation, shaping the way the services are run and informing the charity’s work, support and voice. Focussing only on the victim has allowed the charity to evolve unrivalled expertise over the years, developing unique insights into victims’ needs and aspirations, and a vision of their journey through the criminal justice system.

Last year Victim Support was in contact with more than one million victims of crime offering information, advice and support. More than 700,000 people visited the website and dedicated local teams provided specialist emotional and practical support to 133,965 victims. The charity says that one in five people were affected by crime last year, which equates to ten million people, and that crime isn’t exclusive to one stratum of society. People from all backgrounds, locations and ages are affected for instance, in the past year more than one in ten children have been victims of crime.

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So, what constitutes a crime? The Victim Support website defines a crime as being, “a deliberate act that causes physical or psychological harm, damage to or loss of property, and is against the law.” And, worryingly, goes on to say that, “ … nearly everyone will experience a crime at some point in their lives.”

There are lots of different types of crime and people will react to crime differently, the website also gives information on some specific types of crime. Included are, Domestic Abuse, with information on recognising the signs, legal help, common questions and how to get support, and Young Victims of Crime, with advice for the victims, their parents, carers and professionals. There is also a useful section on staying safe.

Victim Support also provides help on how to report a crime. Starting with the basic premise that as a victim of crime, you have to decide whether or not to report that crime to the police. To some of us this might seem an unlikely scenario – why would you not report a crime? However, other people may be unsure whether this is the right course of action for them – they may feel unsure or worry about what could happen if they do tell the police. They might think the police will not care, or have had a bad experience with the police in the past, or they might think that telling the police will only make matters worse.

To this end, Victim Support provides positive reasons for reporting a crime, reminding victims that the police deal with a range of crimes on a daily basis and that they have a duty to treat everybody fairly and equally, and put an individual’s safety first. There is the indisputable fact that reporting a crime means that there is a greater chance that the offender will be caught and brought to justice for their actions.

Also important is the fact that the police keep records of reported crimes and this information feeds into government statistics and reports, which can change how crime is dealt with by the police and other parts of the criminal justice system.

An important point is that once a crime is reported to the police then the individual reporting the crime will automatically be put into contact with Victim Support, who will give help and support. However, the key fact is that this help and support is available to victims,

whether or not they decide to report the crime. Support is in the shape of information and advice, but also immediate emotional and practical help, longer term emotional and practical help, advocacy, peer support, restorative justice, personal safety services and help in navigating the criminal justice system The charity has teams of highly trained staff and volunteers providing a wide range of specialist services, helping those affected by all types of crime from burglary, fraud and theft to child sexual exploitation and terrorism.

Victim Support also runs the National Homicide service providing a dedicated, comprehensive wraparound service and vital independent voice for those bereaved by murder and manslaughter in England and Wales. It also champions victims’ rights and issues locally and nationally, working closely with policy -makers, commissioners, agencies in the criminal justice system, local government and other providers, partners and organisations.

Victim Support states that, “The impact of crime can be life-changing so we are proud to provide long-term support to victims of crime and traumatic events for as long as we are needed, so together we can move beyond crime.”

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30 Charity Profile The Charity also provides information on how to report a crime most of us would probably think to dial 999 and ask for the Police, however, this is only practical in the case of a real emergency, ie: the crime is still taking place. In non-emergency situations then the number to dial is 101, this doesn’t make the crime less important it just helps the police to allocate resources more effectively. Or, if they prefer, people can go to their local police station to report the crime. There are also a number of other ways to report crimes, for instance Crimestoppers, which allows callers to remain anonymous, or if victims of hate crime can report the incident online. Victim Support’s service is confidential and they will not pass on information to the police without an individual’s consent, except in circumstances where they believe someone is at serious risk of harm and needs urgent help.

As an independent body, in order to answer more calls and give support to more people, Victim Support requires support itself and there are lots of ways that people can become involved in its work - from donating and fundraising initiatives to volunteering. There are also opportunities for businesses to become a Corporate Partner.

Victim Support Free Support Line: 0808 1689111: Crimestoppers - 0800 555 111 www.victimsupport.org.uk

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Prize Crossword Win a ÂŁ25 meal voucher for The Seal in Selsey

Chichester Aug 2019 June 2019 answer below:

Winner: David Cooke from Chichester. Many congratulations and thank you to all who entered.

Finish the crossword and fill out the box below with the letters from the shaded squares. Work out the anagram

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Why you should make a Will when you start a family When you’re expecting a baby there’s a long list of things to do.

Making a Will isn’t usually at the top of the list, and for many people it isn’t even something they think about.

It is important because a lack of Will could seriously impact your family’s future. Nobody wants to think about these situations but covering every eventuality means that once you have children you can relax in the knowledge that you have drawn up plans for their future care should the worst happen. Otherwise, those left behind will not necessarily know your wishes.

The authorities will have the right to place your children with the guardian they decide upon and this may be contrary to your wishes. Failing to plan could also cause disagreement between family.

Legal 33 Your Will sets out who you would like to care for your children and you can make financial provision for them, choosing an age of inheritance and protecting them from inheriting too early when they may not be sufficiently mature.

Your Will appoints trustees to administer the money until that time and sets out instructions for how trustees can use money for example everyday expenditure such as food, clothing and school expenses and even money towards the purchase of a home.

If you would like to talk to one of our expert wills and trusts lawyers, call legalmatters on 01243 282826 or email us at info@legalmatters.co.uk

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Fruit Kebabs with Marshmallows & Chocolate Sauce Barbecue sweet treats!

Serves: 4 | Prep: 10 mins | Cook time: 5 mins

Ingredients serves 4       

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2 bananas Juice 1 lemon 2 nectarines 1 green skinned apple 1 sliced fresh pineapple 12-16 marshmallows 225g good quality plain chocolate, broken into pieces 25g unsalted butter, diced 2 tbsp rum or orange juice 4-5tbsp double cream

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Method 1. Slice the bananas thickly and place in a bowl with the lemon juice. Slice the nectarine and apple thickly and toss in the lemon. Cut the pineapple into triangular chunks leaving the skin on.

2. Arrange the fruit alternately with the marshmallows on kebab stick, brush with any remaining lemon, cover and chill.

3. Melt the chocolate and butter, then stir in the rum and cream until smooth. Keep warm if serving soon or transfer to a pan that can go on the barbecue.

4. Cook the kebabs for only about 3-4minutes each side, turning carefully and return heat sauce over the heat at the last minute.

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Billy Fiske, an American killed in the Battle of Britain By local historian Andrew Berriman For my August article, I want to return to August 1940, when the RAF and the Luftwaffe fought a daily, deadly, battle above Sussex. The RAF pilots became known as ‘The Few’. Many of them lost their short lives. This is the story of just one of them.

A beautiful stained glass memorial window was dedicated to his memory in Boxgrove Priory in 2008. Below an etched representation of his aeroplane, a Hawker Hurricane, is this inscription: ‘An American citizen, killed while flying in combat in the Battle of Britain’.

Billy Fiske memorial window, Boxgrove Priory

A year after his death a tablet had been unveiled in the crypt of St. Paul’s Cathedral, honouring ‘An American citizen who died that England might live’. His actual place of rest is in the corner of Boxgrove Priory graveyard (pictured right). His headstone states that he was killed in action, and that ‘He died for ENGLAND’. A small American flag stands proudly on the grave. On August 20th 1940 his coffin, covered with the Union Jack and the Stars and Stripes had been borne on a bier the half mile from Tangmere Aerodrome. He had died just three days earlier, on August 17th.

His aircraft had been hit during a devastating attack

by Luftwaffe bombers on Tangmere aerodrome on August 16th. He was flying a Hawker Hurricane, and was ‘scrambled’ into the air to intercept the Junkers 87 dive-bombers (commonly known as ‘Stukas’), which were seen off Selsey Bill. A rear-gunner’s bullet ruptured his fuel tank over Bognor, and his plane caught fire. He made it back to Tangmere, but glided beyond the airfield boundary, and landed, wheels up, on the burning aircraft’s belly. He was badly burned, on his leg, hands and face. He was taken to hospital in Chichester, but died the next day. He was the first American citizen to die in action in World War Two. He had managed to volunteer and enlist in the RAF in late 1939, despite being American and therefore, in theory, ineligible to do so. At first he pretended to be Canadian, but that didn’t work, but after a round of golf at Roehampton he managed to blag his way in, thanks to a few ‘contacts’ and some string-pulling.

His wife was Rose, the former Countess of Warwick, whom he had married in 1938. He was proud to be able, as he wrote in his diary, to ‘lay claim to being the first U.S. citizen to join the RAF in England after the outbreak of hostilities’. He trained at Brize Norton, and by April 1940 he had become an Acting Pilot Officer. He was posted to 601 Squadron, and by July was flying patrols at Tangmere.

For most of the 1930s he had been a banker in New York, then in London. He had been recalled to his New York office early in 1939, but soon decided to sail back, on the ‘Aquitania’. He knew that war clouds were gathering; he simply wanted to help England. By the time he disembarked, war had begun. He knew England well; he had studied Economics and History at Trinity Hall, Cambridge, and became well-known for his exploits in his bonnet-strapped, supercharged, 8 litre, racing green, Bentley, holding the record for the Cambridge to London motor run, at speeds of over 110mph. He also took part in the Le Mans 24 Hour Race in his Stutz Racer. Before that he had won three Winter Olympics gold medals in the U.S. bobsleigh team, one in 1932 at Lake Placid, New York, and two in 1928 at St Moritz on the famous Cresta Run, when he was aged just 16. He refused, though, to take part in the 1934 Winter Olympics in Germany. Yes, granted, he’d been born in Chicago, in 1911, with a proverbial silver spoon in his mouth, son of a wealthy banker.

But in his brief all-American life he had packed so much. At the time of his untimely death, he was just 29. His full forename was William Meade Lindsley III, but everyone used a much shorter name. It is easy today to ridicule the continued existence of a supposed ‘special relationship’ between the United States and Britain, but he clearly felt it very strongly.

That is why it is right to remember Billy Fiske. If you have time, do visit Boxgrove Priory, and pay him your respects. He so deserves not to be forgotten.

36 Gardening

In Your Garden Monthly gardening ideas and tasks

by Andrew Staib, Principal Designer of Glorious Gardens St Mary’s House, Bramber Secret Nugget One of West Sussex’s greatest kept secrets, the timber framed house of St Mary’s house in Bramber, transports one to another ancient world.

Surrounded by different multiple garden spaces, the house has been residing over this part of Sussex for over 600 years.

I am being shown round the house and gardens by Roger Linton. Roger has had a family connection with the house since the 19th Century and together with Paul Thorogood, a distant cousin, they raised enough funds to buy the property 35 years ago in order to preserve and restore it. They followed a long line of people who saved this amazing house, most notably Dorothy Ellis who saved the house from a developer in 1945- it was to be demolished with 1950’s bungalows built in its place.

Some history first...

Shortly after 1066, William the Conqueror granted land in Bramber to Lady Aanor who in turn gave the Knights of the Templar five aces of land close to the river’s edge. At that time, Bramber - now five miles from the coast, was a thriving inland port on a great estuary coming from Shoreham.

Around 1450, the Bishop of Winchester built a monastic inn on the site. Four monks looked after the bridge crossing (originally of wood, it was replaced by stone in 1190 - there are chunks of this bridge inserted into one of the brick garden walls.). Here they gathered bridge tolls and looked after pilgrims coming from Southampton. Mainly from the continent, these pilgrims were on their way to Canterbury Cathedral to worship the shrine of Thomas Becket (he was murdered at the steps of the Cathedral).

They would stay for the night and then set off to Alfriston for another 25 mile hike (staying at the Star Inn) and the next day arriving at Battle and so on to Canterbury. At the time it was a pilgrim route that rivalled Santiago de Compostela in northern Spain. There was a holy well under the house which still exists today and recently 35 modern day pilgrims drank from the waters.

Roger, in his late 80’s, still has a great passion for the house. He has a razor sharp memory, and moves sprightly from room to room. He delights in showing the house’s many secret panels and spaces. He and

Paul sold their own homes to save this house and after almost four decades of love and care they were granted OBEs for their hard work.

through the door The house has had many visitors over the years.

Elizabeth I is meant to have stayed here, as well as Charles II as he escaped from his military defeat at the Battle of Worcester. One hundred and fifty Canadian soldiers were billeted here during the war. The house is too wonderful and full of history to describe more in this article so I will focus on the garden.

Roger got to work on the neglected garden pretty soon after they arrived, creating a more mysterious approach to the house with two large formal ponds made from Horsham stone and great Yew topiary of

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Terradactyls, bulls and birds that greet you as you enter the garden through an entrance bordered by six large Lime trees. Great conifers shield the house from the street giving it a Hansel and Gretel feel.

Near the entrance is a magnificent Genko tree reputed to be the second largest in the UK. A Cherry tree, that has had to grow high to compete with the ash and poplar trees around it, is being recorded soon to see if it is the tallest in England. Also look out for the wonderful twisted trunks of Magnolia grandiflora on the corner of the house to the left. One of my favourite trees is a traditional Medlar fruit tree from 1885 which still produces fruit that is made into jam by one of the 60 volunteers who look after the house and gardens.

Roger has also made a series of Yew hedges planted using the same dimensions and lines of a small chapel. There is a lake surrounded by a great stand of poplars and in this time of Ash dieback, there is a magnificent stand of mature Ash trees with their slender and smooth trunks lit up by the afternoon light.

A Rose pleasure garden was built in 2002 and is in the shape of the Union Jack, a woodland walk winds its way around the back of the garden and one of the six original Victorian greenhouses has been renovated, with rare Pineapple pits (where the Victorians would heat up the soil to grow real Pineapples).

So much to see here with winding paths and a house

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August tasks  Obviously keep up the watering in this sustained hot weather, especially with plants in pots and new plants.  Top up the mulch to retain moisture and keep weeds down  Keep pinching out your tomatoes and sowing new rills of lettuce, radishes and spinach

that an ancient hobbit would have been proud of. I would thoroughly recommend a visit, and the tea shop is a ready pit stop when you need it.

Opening Times Thursdays and Sundays: 2-6pm plus an extra afternoon in August but you will need to ring to find out as at the time of print this hadn’t been fixed. Entry cost £10 adults.

St Mary’s House, Bramber, West Sussex, BN44 3WE 01903 816205

 Now is the time to prune the bigger shrubs that have just finished flowering like Wygelia, Philadelpus, and Sprirea - cut out the old flowering wood back to new growth that next year’s flowers will bloom from  Mow your lawn on a higher setting now to keep moisture in the grass to help mitigate against summer browning in dry spells  Apply a nitrogen feed if Red Thread fungus is taking over your lawn  Have a bit of a rest- things slow down in the garden now, and so can you.

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Need more room? Convert your garage

By Chris Ennis FRICS For growing families, one of the principal reasons to move house is to gain additional accommodation.

Market conditions have not been easy for the last year or two and an alternative solution is to convert an attached or integral garage. Planning permission is not usually required, providing the work is internal and the building is not being enlarged, but it will be necessary to comply with the building regulations.

The floors in an attached garage will typically be some 100-150 mm lower than the internal floor level in the main property. Thus, a further concrete floor screed laid over a damp-proof membrane and incorporating insulation may be required.

The removal of the garage door necessitates that a wall is constructed on foundations the depth of which depends on the type of subsoil and proximity of any nearby trees. The new wall will require thermal insulation and the inclusion of a horizontal damp proof course. Existing enclosing walls are likely to require substantial upgrading, both for insulation, and to minimise any penetrating dampness.

Any new window or door will have to meet FENSA standards, and glazing may have to be toughened.

Ventilation is normally provided by an opening window, with a minimum area of one-twentieth of the size of the room.

The roofs may require upgrading to ensure weathertightness and structural integrity. Flat roofs should be insulated with at least 10 inches of fibreglass quilting (or its equivalent). Some forms of insulation can be laid above the roof decking – these known as ‘warm’ roofs. Many garage roofs are weathered in asbestos cement sheets: these should be removed by a specialist contractor for proper disposal.

Some conversions may include sanitary appliances and where these are connected to the foul drains the connection must be made strictly in accordance with building regulations.

Electrical installations will probably require extension with the addition of more power outlets. All electrical work should be undertaken by a ‘competent person’ under Part P of the building regulations.

Chris Ennis FRICS is a Chartered Surveyor. Call Chris on 01903 261 217 or you can send an email to surveyor1@talktalk.net or see www.propdoctor.co.uk

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The cost of being absent minded

By Heather Smith, Personal Trainer Of course, infrequent over-indulgences make absolutely no difference at all to our weight loss quest.

But, having a biscuit with our morning cuppa every day, pouring a second glass of wine every Friday and Saturday, and ordering pudding every time we eat out, adds up annoyingly quickly.

When we give in to that unplanned extra intake, we are choosing the very short term reward of the taste, in preference to the longer term rewards of reaching our goals. Infrequently, this doesn’t matter at all, but if short term pleasure is slowing or stopping your progress, we need to make some changes.

The importance of remaining focussed is easy to understand but difficult to put into place. We need to find a way to keep our goals, and our route to them, at the front of our minds at all time. If only there was a pill!

Focus benefits from a plan. Make decisions in advance – write down what you’re going to eat tomorrow before you go to bed tonight. Plan what you’re going to do to get around the social do at the weekend; perhaps you need to check the menu online and choose what to eat before you arrive and get caught

up in conversation. Or perhaps you could decide to be the driver so you’re not tempted to drink too much.

I don’t believe the route to successful weight loss is to never have anything off-plan, but I do believe it is key to make sure any choice you make is conscious and deliberate, rather than accidental.

A conscious decision made in a calm state away from the heat of the moment makes the difference between feeling like you’re still on course despite enjoying a pudding and feeling like you’ve ‘failed again’ because you had a pudding.

It takes practice to remember to remember this though, so if you do find yourself feeling like you’ve failed, don’t beat yourself up but instead try to learn from the experience. What could you do next time which might work better?

Heather Smith is a fat loss specialist Personal Trainer. www.fitbiztraining.co.uk

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44 City Council News

Chichester City Council Edited extracts from the minutes of the Planning Committee meeting held on 6th June 2019.

Planning Applications WR/19/00124/FUL Location: Old Helyers Farm, Kirdford Road, Wisborough Green, RH14 0DD Members debated the property in relation to the current business, whether such an isolated dwelling was contrary to the Neighbourhood Plan, and requested clarification regarding the class and whether it would be linked to the business. Committee members also sought clarification regarding parking and access. It was confirmed that the site provided two parking spaces for the proposed dwelling and further parking areas for horse boxes with sufficient turning spaces and that the Highways Authority was satisfied with the access and parking proposed. Recommendation to permit agreed.

WE/18/03013/FUL Location: Woodbury House, White Chimney Row, Westbourne, PO10 8RS Westbourne Parish Council objects to this retrospective application as the completed construction works are in contravention to the original plans, which although recognised as not a justification for refusal, considers there are sound planning reasons for the

refusal of the application. These reasons include the roofline which is set higher than approved, the raising of the ground levels causing surface water to run into ad- Chichester Council House joining land and the demolition of an original flint wall which should have been retained and, which had replaced by a new flint wall, which is not considered in character with the village. Recommendation to defer a decision, pending a site visit.

SDNP/18/00474/FUL Location: Lower Diddlesfold Farm, Diddlesfold Lane, North Chapel, GU28 9EN The permitted agricultural building will partially screen the development, which will have a minimal impact on long distance views and use of traditional materials will enable the buildings to sit within the landscape, reflecting the local vernacular. The sand school will be 67m above datum, the same as the adjacent slab of the agricultural barn and lower than the adjacent land level. The Landscape Officer is now satisfied in relation to parking of vehicles, changes to the entrance, lighting and fencing and that either there are no changes proposed or that they can be adequately controlled condition. Recommendation to permit agreed. www.chichester.gov.uk

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