Sussex Local Magazine Midhurst Petworth - April 2020

April 2020

Midhurst - Petworth - Easebourne - Duncton - Heyshott Local news and events through the door to 7,000 homes in this area every month

FARESHARE

Putting food waste to use WIN!

Out of Bounds tickets The Grange leisure centre 6 month membership

NEWS

Charity, councils, schools

HEALTH Dark chocolate

GARDENS

Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden

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

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April 2020 Cover image Path to Stedham church

by David J Dalley

Welcome...

Amidst exceptional global apprehension we bring you our April/Easter issue.

We are aware that many publicised events in our April listings may not take place so please do check with the named organisers. We very much hope the effects of this virus are short-lived for local businesses and social groups and that our community continues to show resilience and kindness in these difficult times.

This issue we spotlight Sussex charity Fareshare. Food poverty is surprisingly prevalent in our largely affluent area and Fareshare use food which would otherwise go to waste to support foodbanks and schemes which help those struggling to make ends meet.

Andrew Staib visits the Hanna Pechar Sculpture garden near Dorking and looks at how sculpture can enhance a garden in our regular gardening article. Whilst surveyor Chris Ennis talks about flooding and considerations for at-risk properties. Let’s hope the wet weather eases up now.

Sweet Easter temptations are everywhere.

To avoid over-indulgence try dark chocolate - the genuine health benefits may surprise you. Read Heather Smith’s article in our Health & Wellbeing section.

We have our regular history articles as well as the prize crossword and news from local charities, councils and community groups.

Until next month,

Kris & Jeff

Quote of the month “The oak fought the wind and was broken, the willow bent when it must and survived."

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What's on Health & wellbeing WIN! The Grange Fitness 6 month membership Schools news Young readers puzzles Local walks Charity & community news WIN! Tickets to Out of Bounds In your garden - sculpture Property - Floods Charity profile - Fareshare Motoring Prize Crossword Parish council news Midhurst history Business directory Recipe Advertiser index

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Health & Wellbeing

Benefits of dark chocolate Enjoy a little this Easter - guilt-free!

By Heather Smith

Easter is upon us, and that means another time of year where we are surrounded by delicious sweet treats.

Enjoying chocolate usually seems to come with a side serving of guilt, so I thought it would be a good time to explain some of the health benefits of chocolate.

We’re talking about good quality, dark chocolate here, which is actually pretty rich in nutrients including magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc and selenium.

Chocolate is also full of antioxidant vitamins A, C and E, as well as having a high fibre content which is important for gut health, and flavanols which help protect the skin and brain.

There is research showing chocolates has the ability to improve blood flow, reduce blood pressure and lower heart disease and stroke risk too, as well as it being associated with a reduced risk of depression.

This all sounds like a winner to me. Not that I need much excuse to eat chocolate!

So, what cocoa content can we call dark chocolate?

Well, the darker you can go, the better. 100% cocoa chocolate is pretty hard going, but 70% is pretty enjoyable to most people.

For the other side of the coin, remember that chocolate is fairly high in fat, so the calories do quickly add up. A square or two a day is probably enough.

If you’re thinking there is no way you could stop after a couple of squares, try going a little darker. The mix of sugar and fat is a huge trigger for overeating and is at least part of the reason that the less-dark chocolate is so hard to put down. The darker the chocolate, the less sugar and – in theory – the easier to put down after a sensible amount.

Heather Smith is a fat loss specialist Personal Trainer. Get in touch for a free five-day meal plan www.fitbiztraining.co.uk

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Knee replacement surgery

By Laurence Dodd, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital The Ins and Outs of Total Knee Replacement Surgery Total knee replacement (TKR) is a surgical procedure in which injured or damaged sections of the knee joint are replaced with artificial parts. It is commonly performed for arthritis of the knee where the joint has become stiff and painful. Initially, arthritis may be treated with painkillers, anti-inflammatories, physiotherapy and, in the earlier stages, arthroscopy (keyhole surgery). However as the knee progressively wears, joint replacement surgery may be required to relieve the pain and improve mobility.

The Procedure The surgery involves an incision over the front of the knee and through the quadriceps muscle. The worn surface of the joint is removed including a small thickness of the damaged bone ends of the knee, usually about a centimetre of bone is removed during the operation. The metal of the knee replacement fits over the cut ends of the bone, essentially resurfacing it. The metal implants are secured to the bone with special cement. A plastic spacer then fits between the metal parts. The operation takes approximately an hour and a half.

The Implants The Total Knee Replacement comes in three parts.

The femoral component is made of metal alloy and is highly polished. The tibial component is also metal,

with a curved plastic insert attached to its upper surface.

This forms the new joint with the metal femoral component. The inner surface of the patella (kneecap) is covered with a plastic button, which sits in a shallow groove on the front of the metal femoral component.

After a Total Knee Replacement With the aid of a physiotherapist you will get out of bed and begin to exercise your new knee replacement.

Following an enhanced recovery program this may be as early as the day of surgery, or the following day.

With perseverance, you should be able to climb stairs by day 3 and usually go home between day 3 and 5 depending on the speed of your recovery. Postoperative Physiotherapy, range of movement stretches and functional exercises are all very important to gain full function and range of movement of your knee.

Commitment to the post-operative program will really help to get the best result from your knee replacement. You will need to continue attending physiotherapy as an outpatient. This can be done closer to your home with one of our recommended group of physiotherapists, and at Nuffield Heath your post-operative physiotherapy is included as part of your package.

For most people it will take around six weeks to be walking reasonably with only one stick and get back to driving a manual car, but three months to fully recover. It is important to remember that an artificial knee is not a normal knee. You should be able to carry out all normal activities of daily living. Although it does not damage the knee replacement, kneeling can be uncomfortable post-operatively. The details of this will be discussed with you. You should be able to get back to golf, a gentle game of tennis, cycling, swimming or gardening.

Lifespan of the TKR The majority of knees last ten to fifteen years with studies suggesting that a Total Knee Replacement in a 70-year-old has around a 94% probability of lasting for 10 years after surgery. If, however, the patient is younger and more active the replacement may not have such a high survival rate, in which case your surgeon will discuss other options with you.

Mr Laurence Dodd is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a special interest in knee surgery practicing at Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital. For more information or to book please call 01243 882687 email: Chichester.enquiries@nuffieldhealth.com or for more details please visit: www.nuffieldhealth.com

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Competition

The Grange community leisure centre Gym, fitness classes and sports - win a 6 month membership!

Located in Midhurst, just outside the town centre, The Grange Community and Leisure Centre is a great place for all of the family to come to keep active.

They offer a state-of-the-art gym, two squash courts and an extensive group fitness programme that is designed to suit all tastes and requirements. They also offer a fantastic health suite to help you relax after your workout, while the sports hall hosts hockey, netball, badminton and five-a-side football sessions, among others. There is also a dedicated sports development team that supports the provision of quality sport and physical activity experiences for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.

Gym 60-station gym is among the best in the area. It’s fitted with the latest TechnoGym resistance and cardio equipment, as well as a well-equipped free-weight area.

Sports Hall Four court sports hall is host to a range of sports

including: badminton, basketball, tennis, five-a-side football, bowls, table tennis and hockey.

Group Fitness Studio With a huge range of fitness classes available, you’re sure to find a session to suit you. Whether you want something extreme and invigorating or a more relaxed class, The Grange have something for everyone.

The Grange is also a fantastic venue for those looking to host an event. Offering views of Midhurst’s South Pond, their event space plus further three function rooms and two halls are a popular location for a range of functions and parties.

We have a 6-month fitness membership worth £250 at The Grange Community Leisure Centre to give away. Your membership will include fitness suite, health suite and group exercise classes. www.everyoneactive.com

Win a 6 month fitness Membership at The Grange To enter the competition answer the question below: Q: Where is The Grange community leisure centre? a) Worthing b) Midhurst c) Steyning Send your answer and contact details to: The Grange Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/ features/competitions Winner drawn after 30th April 2020. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

Health & Wellbeing

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The Key to good mental health

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Harry (& Quantum)

Innovative approach with proven strategies We are increasingly aware that good mental health is equally important to good physical health. Many therapies and treatments are now available to help improve the lives of those affected by mental health issues including depression which can be totally debilitating for the sufferer and their loved ones.

The Awareness Key offer an innovative approach to good mental health and its practitioner, Arabella (Harry) Mansfield spoke to Sussex Local about its aims and successes through the use of sport, equine learning and nature. Harry told us that her previous experience as a sports coach led to the realisation that meeting sporting challenges often developed other learning skills as well as improved mental health. Combining this with working with horses (equestrian knowledge is not required!) and in natural outdoor settings, the Awareness Key is able to offer a proactive approach to improved mental health.

“Everybody deserves good mental health” says Harry and to this end clients are offered the ability to learn how to make the best of themselves through tailormade sessions including sport, nature or equine related activities - clients choice.

Outdoor experiences are known to have a positive effect on mental health and Harry explained that her

courses involving nature aid relaxation and alleviate stress. Likewise, she continued, merely being in the proximity of horses has many beneficial effects and can help clients gain confidence and learn how to become more in control of their own circumstances. The calming presence of a horse can help to overcome negativity and can help clients to work through their own difficult situations.

Harry told us that The Awareness Key can benefit adults in many ways, from achieving personal goals, meeting challenges, coping with bereavement or illness and becoming better communicators. Harry is aware that children and teenagers face many other difficulties in today's society. The sessions are carefully planned to address problems such as bullying and dealing with social media and to encourage the child to move in the direction of their choice. “Above all” said Harry, “the sessions focus on the positive and are expected to be fun!”

07971 011 939 or email am@awarenesskey.co.uk www.awarenesskey.co.uk or

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Schools

Easebourne Primary School Two recent events have been celebrated at Easebourne CE Primary School. One, Fairtrade Fortnight, encouraged us to reflect on the situation of those often struggling to make enough to support their families whilst the other, World Book Day, encouraged us to celebrate just how rich the world of children’s literature is, for children and adults alike.

Fairtrade Fortnight Our houses competed to bring in as many labels from Fairtrade items as they could in an interhouse competition.

It reminded the children just how Children selling Divine chocolate many products for Fairtrade there are where shoppers can be sure that producers are receiving a fair price for their labour. Children brought in everything from the more obvious products such as coffee, tea and biscuits to slightly less obvious ones like flowers and vanilla bean extract! And, of course, there was lots of packaging from chocolate! After school, on the

Midhurst Rother College Community day Sat 25th April As well as providing outstanding education for young people in the Rother Valley, Midhurst Rother College provides the opportunity for its community to show off how outstanding it is. Each year around 25th April the College hosts its Community Day. Now in its 13th year, the event is a well-established and much anticipated date in Midhurst’s calendar, embracing not only the community and sustainability, but all small businesses in the locality.

Each year a wide variety of stalls promote local businesses, agencies and groups. Many of members of the groups are part of the day to day college community and some business and agency owners are parents of the students at the College. Not all are green as such, but the event runs with the idea that if you use something local you are, at minimum, helping to keep your local area sustainable and keep your carbon footprint down.

This year with the strong climate messages in the media, the event is ramping

two Wednesdays in the fortnight, children sold Devine chocolate bars sourced through Traidcraft. Trade was brisk and the children sold 148 bars!

World Book Day Children were invited to come to school dressed as their favourite book character.

In the afternoon the children had the opportunity to hear staff read from one of their favourite books.

We also held a 3D model competition. Children could create a character from Horrid Henry's Tree House their favourite book to hang in the library. There were some stunning entries.

Johnny Culley, Headteacher. For more information please visit www.easebourne.w-sussex.sch.uk up its sustainability and green focus and demonstrating to the local community what they can do to help the planet, a number of organisations will be coming along to support this. There will be an e-waste drop off point at the event and we will be encouraging anyone attending, to bring old phone chargers, leads, cables etc for recycling.

The event is a true community event, bringing together and showing off the diverse range of groups who help to make Midhurst the place it is. www.mrc-academy.org

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Petworth C of E Primary School trips School trips are an integral part of school life. With the costs of coaches rising and limited budgets schools have had to look at other ways to ensure these enrichment trips still occur.

Over the last two months we had children visit Chichester Cathedral, Petworth Park Goodwood Farm, Pulborough Brooks, Pizza Express, Tangmere Museum, engaging in the Back from the Brink project run by the National Trust, Sussex F.A. headquarters, meet an author and visits to Petworth Park and the surrounding areas.

In April we are going to the Houses of Parliament, where we hope to see democracy in action. On top of all of these trips we have participated in a number of sporting events.

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Schools 15 range of modes of transport, which include minibuses, train and coaches. We are always mindful of repeatedly asking parents for contribuPetworth Park tions and we are very lucky to have a supportive Petworth Primary School Association (PPSA) group, who often contribute to school trips and are helping finance our minibus.

A school trip can offer a child so many new and wonderful experiences.

Some children have never been on a train or been to London, so giving our children the opportunity to explore beyond the school environment is essential. See the children’s face light up when they get close to a plane, a deer or make a pizza Petworth Park ensures the children have real life experiences and this always improves the work the children engage in back at school.

John Galvin, www.petworth.w-sussex.sch.uk

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Local Walks - April 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 Wed 1st

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10:30am Burton Hill L: Bruce 2 hours Flat (50m ascent). Outstanding wetland and heath Meet: Burton Mill, Petworth (Nearby postcode GU28 0JR) 10:30am Petworth Park L: Gerald 1 hrs 30 mins Come and see the fallow deer in Petworth Park with long views Meet: The Horse Guards Inn, Upperton Road, Tillington, GU28 9AF 10.30am Photographic walk - Petworth L: Gerald 1 hrs 30 mins Photograph the beautiful landscape of Petworth Park. Dogs welcome Meet: The Horse Guards Inn, Upperton Road, Tillington. GU28 9AF 10:30am Chichester Canal L: Helen 30mins A flat walk at a gentle pace, suitable for beginners Meet: Chichester Canal, Basin Road, Chichester PO19 8DT 2.00pm Midhurst Meander L: Angela 1 hr 30 mins A pleasant wander through Midhurst Common and adjacent land Meet: Carron Lane Car Park (Nearby postcode GU29 9LD) 11.00am Jubilee walk & south pond L: Harvey 30 mins A flat walk. A steady incline to the top of the jubilee path Meet: The Grange Leisure Centre, Bepton Road, Midhurst, GU29 9HD 10:30am Houghton forest & Bignor hill L: Alison 2 hrs 30mins Panoramic views with two long uphill stretches. Flint path can be slippery Meet: Whiteways Car Park. BN18 9FD 10:30am Kirdford L: Richard 1 hr 30 mins Enjoy a level walk, opens out onto farmland, no dogs. A number of stiles Meet: In front of the Half Moon pub in Kirdford, RH14 0LT 10.30am Chapel Common L: Andy 1 hrs 30 mins A level, easy going walk. Dogs welcome on leads please Meet: Chapel Common Parking Area (nearby postcode GU33 7JL) 10.30am Around Duncton L: Simon 2 hours A circular walk. Mainly flat and on good paths Meet: Park along Willets Close on approach to Duncton school, GU28 0LB 1.00pm Petworth surgery walk L: Gerald 30 mins Flat walk with a steady incline at the end. Lovely views. Dogs are welcome Meet: Petworth Doctors Surgery, Grove Street, GU28 0LP 11.00am Jubilee walk & south pond L: Harvey 30 mins A flat walk. A steady incline to the top of the jubilee path Meet: The Grange Leisure Centre, Bepton Road, Midhurst, GU29 9HD 10:30am Wey Arun canal east (Loxwood) L: Richard 1 hr 30 mins A level walk. No stiles but one short steepish descent Meet: Canal visitor centre car park in Loxwood, RH14 0RD 10:30am Stoughton Down L: Jane 2 hrs 30mins Not suitable for beginners. Hilly walk, can be muddy. No dogs Meet: Stoughton Down Car Park (nearby postcode PO18 9JQ) 10:30am Pulborough Brooks L: Peter 2 hours Flat walk with stiles, which can be wet and muddy Meet: RSPB Reserve car park, Wiggonholt, Pulborough, RH20 2EL 10.30am Compton L: Jane 3 hours A pleasant hilly walk. There are stiles. No dogs Meet: Compton Recreation Ground car park (nearby post code PO18 9HA)

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Charity & Community

Sussex Snippets A total of £462,000 has been awarded to fund 560 taser devices between the Sussex and Surrey police forces. This will mean an extra 291 new tasers for Sussex Police, bringing the total to more than 1,100. Both forces can now achieve their ambition of making Tasers available for any police officer who wants one (estimated to be 80% of the frontline).

In other news from the Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner, more than £500,000 in grants was awarded from the Safe Space Funding Network to 17 local charities. This is to help support victims of child sexual exploitation, domestic and sexual violence, stalking and harassment, along with other forms of trauma and modern slavery.

Meanwhile an interesting example of one of Sussex Police’s many modern challenges where, through better use of technology, a positive outcome was achieved. Chief Constable Giles York said: “Over 300 victims had been subject to 3,000 malicious telephone calls from an unknown male, often of an offensive sexual nature. This was difficult to trace as he used different numbers and phoned at different times of the day. One of my analysts had the idea of locating where the call was made from and correlate that with ANPR (number plate recognition) data.

"Through this information he was able to identify a man in Burgess Hill who was buying second hand phones and using software to reignite old contact lists. Officers seized over 200 phones from his premises. He has pleaded guilty this month and is due to be sentenced next month.”

The South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA) is developing handy downloadable guides that will include some of the best circular routes across Sussex and Hampshire. The Authority is keen to hear from horse riders about where they like to ride and what their favourite routes are. They need a) start point – ideally with horsebox parking; b) the length of ride; c) a short description of the route and a simple map showing the route. Initially they are keen to hear from riders who use the following areas, but routes in other areas are also welcomed: • Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Hampshire • Harting Down, West Sussex • Heyshott Common, West Sussex • Eartham Woods, West Sussex • Seven Sisters Country Park, East Sussex • East Dean, East Sussex.

Email responses to: access@southdowns.gov.uk From the end of last year, West Sussex recycling centres have asked users to show photo ID with proof of residence within West Sussex. The scheme is set out on the WSCC website, where there is also a

recognition that the policy will produce a negative impact on the environment. “The proposal will mean that some non-West Sussex residents will need to travel further to a site in their own area.” However “It is hoped that this may be mitigated by some residents making fewer trips and/or selecting alternative and more sustainable routes for managing their waste such as home composting and use of kerbside collection services.”

The section on “sustainability” on the WSCC website states: “We want sustainability to be more central to the way we all work. We believe this approach will help us combat climate change; ensure that all our work benefits society, the economy and the environment in the long-term.”

West Sussex County Council have agreed proposals to invest almost £200m in road schemes over the next five years (including £44.2m for the re-alignment of the A29 in Bognor Regis and £19.1m for improvements to the A2300 in Burgess Hill), as well as £45.2m to produce renewable energy and generate income through solar farms and battery energy storage schemes. The £712m five-year ‘capital programme’ also includes an investment of £47.5m for the Fire and Rescue Service, for a proposed new fire training centre and Horsham Fire Station, planned improvements to fire stations, as well as new state of the art equipment and vehicles.

Email notices to: info@sussexlocal.net

Strategy for affordable homes Chichester District Council has approved a new housing strategy, which sets out how the council plans to meet local housing needs over the next five years.

One of the draft strategy’s key priorities is to deliver 1,000 additional affordable homes across the district by 2025. The new housing strategy covers key themes based on the council’s objectives to: • prevent homelessness through early intervention and support; • reduce the number of placements into Bed and Breakfast accommodation, for example through the £2.1m development of short stay accommodation at Freeland Close; • continue to support rough sleepers; • maintain and improve the condition of housing in the district; • optimise the use of social rented and affordable housing in the district; • increase the capacity to meet rural housing needs through community led housing initiatives; and, • address the need for specialised housing for those with care needs.

The council’s housing team facilitates the delivery of affordable housing, helps prevent homelessness, and makes sure homes are safe to live in. People can find out more about their work at www.chichester.gov.uk/housing

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Council aims for renewable energy Chichester DC Cabinet members have recommended that the council switch its largest energy contract to 100% renewable electricity and gas. Leading councillors agreed with the proposal to invest in a renewable four-year energy contact for council buildings and operations, subject to approval by Full Council. “We all have a very important part to play in helping to tackle climate change,” says Councillor Penny Plant, Cabinet Member for Environment and Chichester Contract Services at Chichester District Council. “Switching our largest energy contract to 100% renewable electricity and gas is one of the critical ways in which we, as an organisation, can reduce our carbon footprint”. www.chichester.gov.uk

New Community Facility Opens Former Laura Ashley retail unit in The Hornet, Chichester, has been transformed into a stunning new community building, “One-O-Four”. The formal opening of this new community resource was celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by The Mayor of Chichester Councillor Richard Plowman, and the High Sheriff of Chichester Mrs Davina Irwin-Clark.

The building has been repurposed by Revelation Family Church with a vision to be a welcoming place for anyone in the community to find a range of help and support. The building will provide quality facilities for a number a number of charities and specialist community groups. Revelation Family Church was generously given the use of the building by local property company, Store Property. “It is so encouraging to see a generous versatile space opening up in Chichester committed to meeting so many needs of the vulnerable in the city.” The High Sheriff of West Sussex, Mrs Davina Irwin-Clark www.104.org.uk

Easebourne outdoor Toddler fun Laura’s Explorers meet 3 times a week, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10am till 12 at Easebourne Scout and Guide Hut. The group is a drop-in and parents stay and remain responsible for their children.

There is no need to book and the group runs all year regardless of weather (except in high winds). It costs £5 a child/siblings £2.50 or free if not yet walking.

Founder Laura Sadler says, “The location has so much to offer, set within two acres there is a playground to explore, trees to climb a hut to retreat if needed and the wonder of playing through the seasons. Outside play has huge benefits both mentally and physically for our children but also for us adults.

Through the holidays children aged 10 and under are welcome to come along and special activities are laid on for the older children. www.laurasexplorers.co.uk

Out of Bounds One of Sussex’s top adventure activity centres We have a one day ticket available which includes one clip ’n climb session, one game of bowling, one soft play entry, one game of footgolf and one game of adventure golf on the same day for a single participant. For full terms and conditions please visit: www.out-of-bounds.co.uk

Renowned for its exciting, challenging and hugely entertaining indoor and outdoor activities and facilities, Out of Bounds in Angmering, is proud to have become one of Sussex's top adventure activity centres. It's the perfect day out for all the family! Visitors can enjoy a giant four level soft play, clip 'n climb, ten pin bowling, area, Laser Tag, footgolf, adventure golf and disc golf.

Once you've worked up an appetite taking part in the activities, you can relax with a cup of freshly brewed coffee while the children are playing or even take this opportunity to use the complementary Wi-Fi.

Win a day ticket at Out of Bounds To enter the competition answer the question below: Q: Where is Out of Bounds based? a) Worthing b) Horsham c) Angmering Send your answer and contact details to: Out of Bounds Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/ features/competitions Winner drawn after 30th April 2020. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

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Tandem; providing transport & activities for local less able Established in 1983 in Midhurst to mark the year of the disabled. The main goal at that time was to provide help to those who had suffered a stroke or were disabled. Over the years Tandem has grown and now provides transport and arranges social activities for the not so young and not so able living in the area to the north of the South Downs, roughly between Petworth, Rogate and Fernhurst. The core of Tandem’s work is providing door-to-door transport to and from. doctors, dentists, opticians and hospital appointments. A Tandem volunteer takes the person there and back by car or in a wheelchair equipped vehicle, depending on need. The service is based on a very moderate mileage charge.

Tandem social activities There are two minibuses with wheelchair lifts and a Caddy driven by volunteers which operate a year round outings programme for Tandem members, usually 2 different and interesting trips each month.

We also hold an annual Strawberry Tea in June and a Christmas Lunch in December. You need to be a member of Tandem to use these services. Additionally we hold a regular weekly Tuesday Club in Midhurst for people to get together to play board games, chat and have tea. Transport is available for this.

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Tandem Members Tandem has 140 members with a membership fee of £10 which entitles members to come on the outings. We are always in need of drivers so if you have few hours to spare your community needs you. The medical trips are on a non scheduled basis so volunteers drive when and if they can. The outings are on a Wednesday and Thursday twice a month and no special licence or skills are needed. To arrange a medical trip, become a driver, become a member to go on outings or join the Tuesday Club call 01730 813962 Monday to Friday 8am to 6.30pm and Saturday 9am to 2pm

10p a week council tax rise Chichester District Councillors have agreed to increase the average council tax bill by around 10p a week for a Band D property to protect vital services across the district. This was considered at Chichester District Council’s Full Council meeting on 3 March, where a £5 (3.1%) rise was agreed. The average Band D council tax payer will pay just over £3 a week for their council services. Councillor Peter Wilding, Cabinet Member for Finance, Corporate Services and Revenues and Benefits said “we provide more than 80 different services across the district and we feel that just over £3 a week is still excellent value.”

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Gardening

In Your Garden Monthly gardening ideas and tasks

by Andrew Staib, Principal Designer of Glorious Gardens Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden As a garden designer I have always attempted to design a garden without the need for sculpture, being wary that sculpture might detract from the beauty of the plants. However, after my visit to the Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden, in nearby Dorking recently I have realised that not only can a sculpture really enhance the beauty of a garden but the design itself can be influenced by a particularly powerful piece of work and the plants complimented.

Vikki Leedham first came across the garden when she went there on a school trip in the early 1990s. “I remember the founder, Hannah Peschar, being really scary, shouting out ‘Don’t Touch’ in her Dutch accent! But years later, after I graduated from art college, I applied for a placement here. I am now co-curator and gallery manager and I love it. I am called the queen of everything as I do pretty much every role here!”

She beams with infectious passion over the glass desk in the simple office situated in the grounds of the sculpture park. “At any one time we have over 200 outdoor sculptures on display in our beautiful gardens. I and Anthony, Hannah’s husband, who designed the gardens over 35 years ago, select which artists we would like to exhibit, including quite a few European artists”.

“Often I will go and visit them in their studios to get a better sense of their work. When the sculptures arrive, often driven in vans by the artists themselves, we get to work deciding where to put them and sometimes the daunting task of how to lift them!

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be very down to earth so I really like working with them”

English weather. They need to be frost and wildlife proof and the works have to be substantial enough not to get lost in the garden setting.”

The history of the sculpture garden is a testament to having a vision and just going for it. Anthony Paul was a landscape designer and his wife Hannah Peschar was a political journalist living in London.

They bought the little cottage and grounds near Ockley, Dorking and spent 5 years just clearing the jungle of weeds, restoring the ponds and planting architectural looking plant species.

The gardens themselves are very beautiful with mature oaks, streams, undulating mounds and rivers and some majestic Japanese Acer specimens. “There are no signs,” explains Vikki, “as we want people to explore the garden without a tick list, though we do provide a comprehensive map!”

They then canvassed the art world, inviting sculptors to exhibit outdoors. “It wasn’t the fashion at the time for outdoor sculpture. Of course there were artists such as Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth but their work was usually both monumental and expensive.

There was nothing particularly accessible for the average garden owner”.

“The sculpture is usually rotated on a two year basis, and we aim to exhibit at least 6 new artists every year.

We have to make sure all the pieces can withstand the

“Our typical buyers are members of the public, some collectors, corporate clients and public art. I think the most someone spent in one go was £80,000. My internal jaw dropped! Some clients want a particular piece of sculpture that they have in their mind that they want for a special place in the garden. Then I try to find them the right artist. Other visitors are open-minded about what they like and when they find something, decide where it could go”.

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other activities they conduct in the gardens. “We have had a walking dinner tour, stopping off at canapé stations, ending in a formal dinner on the lawn, lots of school trips, creative workshops, like print making, and even yoga afternoons.”

Where to visit in April The Hannah Peschar Sculpture Garden of course!

Opening 3rd April. General admission (Thursday Sunday) - Adults £12, concession £8, children £ 7.

Black and White Cottage, Standon Lane, Ockley, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 5QR (postal only – use RH5 5QU for SatNav). For more information call 01306 627269 or visit www.hannahpescharsculpture.com High Beeches Gardens, is a 25 acre garden, which is a botanical treasure trove that includes historic Magnolias. Laid out by the Loder family, but inspired High Beeches Gardens

by Victorian horticulturist William Robinson’s wild garden style, is it really worth going to when all the plants are coming into leaf.

It is open every day except Wednesday, 1pm - 5pm, adults £8.50, children 5-14 £2. High Beeches Lane, Handcross, Haywards Heath, RH17 6HQ. 01444 400589 www.highbeeches.com And don’t forget the Tulip fair at Arundel Castle on the 1st April 2020.

April tasks • Start hoeing any bare areas of earth before the weeds take hold – if you do this once a week you will be weed free all year.

• A lot of your summer vegetables can be sown directly into the ground now.

• Mulch your beds with compost and bark chips to seal in the moisture from winter and prevent growth of new weed seeds.

• Feed all your shrubs and roses with a handful of bonemeal dug about an inch deep around the base of each plant.

• Feed iron loving plants that are grown in pots with some Iron Fertilizer.

• It is not too late to give Dogwood and Willow a big cut back.

• You can apply both Mosskill and Broadleaf weedkiller to your lawns – wait a couple of weeks then vigorously rake out all the dead thatch. You can also reseed the lawn where there are obvious patches.

• You can sow annuals indoors or in your greenhouse – rather than that trip to the supermarket you could try growing Marigolds and Lobelia in trays.

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By Chris Ennis FRICS It has, by any standards, been a wet winter. The whole country seems to be awash - water everywhere. The Arun valley and floodplain is always affected in the winter months and river levels have been very high during periods of spring tides coinciding with low atmospheric pressure. I have seen the seafront at Goring awash, farmland flooded at Clymping and numerous domestic integral garages affected by flash floods.

I have seen flooding affecting the Rver Rife although engineering work has reduced this risk over recent years. Pulborough has been badly affected as have parts of the River Rother valley. We see pictures of swollen rivers and destruction every day on the TV news. The misery of seeing your property and possessions ruined in a flood must be devastating. The recovery process can be very lengthy, expensive and the value of your property will inevitably be affected.

Every purchaser should have an environmental report prepared prior to purchase in which, amongst many things, flood risk is assessed.

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Flooding can take a number of forms, the most publicised of which is River flooding. It occurs when rivers and streams are unable to carry away excess water through the usual drainage channels. Adjacent low-lying properties are likely to be flooded. Surface water flooding occurs following periods of heavy and persistent rain, often falling on saturated ground where normal drainage systems cannot cope with the volume of water. Groundwater flooding occurs when persistent rain raises the water table level above adjacent land. At times of world climate change, rising sea levels can be the cause of Coastal flooding, where sea defences prove to be inadequate in storm conditions. Recently, a breach in the sea defences caused flooding at Clymping.

If your property is in an area which might be affected by flooding be sure to arrange insurance and have a plan to minimise damage, remembering that there may be no electricity supply to operate pumping systems. There are a number of patent flood defence systems available for sale, the most basic of which are sandbags and sand.

Spare a thought for the flood-struck residents in the North of the country.

Chris Ennis FRICS email: surveyor1@talktalk.net 01903 261 217 or www.propdoctor.co.uk

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Charity Profile

FareShare Sussex Tackling food waste and fighting hunger - turning an environmental problem into a social solution. By Georgia Brown Many people have the privilege of being able to afford everyday essentials, like clothes and running water.

Most people reading this article may live in a home with both heating and electricity.

However, many people may not be aware that for approximately 5.8 million people in the UK, the realities of living in ‘deep poverty’ make it hard to afford even the most basic of essentials, including food.

Around 10% of the UK population of all ages go hungry every day. Though this might seem like a staggering statistic, food poverty can affect anyone, at any time under unpredictable circumstances. This can be due to many reasons, such as unexpected redundancy, reduced welfare support or simply having to support a family on

a low income. This means that for many people, they have little to no choice but to turn to drop-in centres, hostels, food banks and other emergency help in order to feed themselves and their families. For some people, going along to a lunch club helps to alleviate chronic loneliness as well as providing a comforting meal. However, these resources are not widely available and rely on volunteers and workers willing to give up their time to help those in need.

This is where FareShare Sussex comes in - a charity that has a long-term vision to eradicate food poverty.

The team of incredibly hardworking volunteers have changed the way food waste is disposed of, reclaiming safe-to-eat surplus food from manufacturers, suppliers and retailers that would have otherwise been thrown away. The charity distributes this food to local charities and community projects across East and West Sussex, and parts of Surrey, where it is then turned into thousands of nutritious meals every week for the people who need it most. FareShare has made it possible to accept a wide variety of surplus food, including meat, dairy, fruit, vegetables and ready meals, along with tinned and packet foods such as tuna, rice and coffee. All food accepted by FareShare must comply with food safety legislation, be within its use by and best before dates and be packaged appropriately. FareShare claims that for the community groups they work with, their services are a “much needed resource”; without their support, hundreds of people across the South would go hungry.

Beth Parry, FareShare’s fundraising and communications manager, explained that FareShare began in Brighton in 2002 as a small volunteer-run project,

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delivering a small amount of supermarket surplus to just a handful of homeless projects in the area. “The stark injustice of good food unnecessarily being wasted alongside the growing issue of homelessness highlighted how one issue could help the other” she said. FareShare is turning an environmental problem into a social solution. Beth continued, “Since 2002 the project has grown year-on-year and now delivers surplus food to 125 charities across Sussex and Surrey. The charities include food banks, homeless hostels and day centres, young people's projects, women's refuges and older people's lunch clubs. By using our service these organisations are able to redirect vital funds into their core services for their clients.”

When asked what the best aspect about volunteering for FareShare is, Beth told us that for many volunteers, their main motivation for volunteering is “making a difference to vulnerable people in their community” and enjoying the fact that they can directly see the impact their work has on people’s lives. Furthermore, the work FareShare does for the community does not just benefit those in need, but also works to reduce the environmental impact of high levels of food waste across the county.

At such a crucial global stage and with concerns about the ‘climate crisis’ ever increasing, it is refreshing to see a charity pledging to place sustainability at the heart of their mission. By

preventing large amounts of surplus food heading to landfills, FareShare dramatically reduces the environmental impact caused by food waste every day.

According to Beth, the charity saved 2,436 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions last year alone - that is equivalent to powering over 400 homes with electricity for a whole year. However, the pledge to be more sustainable does not end there for FareShare.

Beth claims that the charity recognises that it has a little way to go to reduce their own environmental impact even further. She said, “We hope to invest in greener transportation systems, which isn't something we can afford to do without funding. We have an application pending for an electric van and an e-cargo bike, which would reduce our own emissions and enable us to receive and redistribute more food.”

According to Beth, the charity would not be running if it wasn’t for the hardworking selfless team of volunteers. Beth said, “We have regular social events

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throughout the year, do all we can to acknowledge their hard work and really we could not exist without our team of 150 incredible volunteers.” Similarly, Beth continued that FareShare could not exist without donations and people fundraising. “We need to cover our warehouse rent, our van leasing, fuel and maintenance, our staff salaries and volunteer expenses to be able to keep the project going.”

It may be difficult to imagine what Sussex would be like without charities like FareShare working towards reducing food poverty across the county. In response to this, Beth told us, “When asked what would happen

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if FareShare had to close, the responses from our charity members were quite shocking - one saying that it could mean the loss of lives, some saying they would have to close their own project down. Many told us that vulnerable people would go without food.” There is still a long way to go before the national struggle to avoid hunger is completely eradicated, but with charities like FareShare dedicating time to tackling the problem, the struggle for many local families is eased.

People can support FareShare in a variety of ways; including individual donations, community fundraising events, challenges, volunteering and they also have several food collection points in the area, including Worthing where you can drop off food items.

To find out more about how you can support, visit www.faresharesussex.org.uk

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Motoring News Citroën’s Electric City Car Citroën has unveiled their 100% electric, two-seater city car.

Called the Ami, it features a 5.5 kWh lithium-ion battery and it’s capable of speeds of up to 28mph.

Tesla Model 3 Wins UK Car of the Year 2020 Tesla’s Model 3 has been crowned UK Car of the Year 2020. After emerging triumphant as Best Executive car, the Tesla battled it out against eight other new cars for the overall title. John Challen, director of the UK Car of the Year Awards said that the Tesla Model 3 has “shaken up” the executive segment and got many brands thinking. “Electric vehicles attract a broad spectrum of opinions, but it’s clear that with its technology, performance and range, the Model 3 is converting a lot of people.”

Tesla UK added: “We are proud of what this car has achieved so far and with the upcoming 0% company car tax there is an exciting year ahead for EVs in the UK.”

FREE publicity for charities & community groups If you are a charity or a community group, email your press releases, updates & announcements to info@sussexlocal.net and we will publish them online and in our magazines free of charge.

Great Women in the British Car Industry Nominations for the Great Women in the British Car Industry initiative have opened. Run by Autocar, in association with the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, it will culminate in an awards ceremony on 4 June in London.

The initiative recognises the top 100 women leading the way across the UK’s car industry, as judged by a panel of automotive experts.

Supported by Bentley, Nissan and Toyota, the day will also include presentations from keynote speakers (soon to be announced), a panel debate and a networking session.

Van Thefts On The Rise Four-in-10 of all new vans on sale do not come with an alarm as standard, according to an investigation

by What Car? Vans. The findings follow research highlighting how more than 43,000 vans have been stolen since 2016, with a further 117,000 broken into.

The worst area for van thefts was London, with 14,263 vans stolen in the four year period, while 44,742 were broken into by thieves.

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Easebourne PC

Midhurst Town council news continued...

Work starts on next stage of development for Easebourne Park

Easebourne Park

The Parish Council is delighted to confirm that work has now started on the next phase of the development of Easebourne Park.

Construction of the wooden shelter is underway and is due to complete in early April. Once it’s up we’ll be adding an extension to the perimeter path around the shelter and installing two more picnic benches.

We’re also planting a number of very mature trees which we hope will give a little instant shade this summer. Other additions in the coming weeks will include a traditional see-saw, a large community noticeboard and a BBQ area!

All of this has been made possible after our successful bids for funding from Chichester District Council, The Grange Community Association, The National Lottery and the South Downs National Park Community Infrastructure Levy.

Call-out for Green Volunteers Midhurst Green Volunteers have been helping to keep growth at bay on High Path and Wheelbarrow Castle, and doing a fine job. Feedback from Easebourne residents has been very positive but we need more people to come forward to join this initiative. We now have an updated calendar for the Midhurst Green Volunteers, including all sessions due to take place in Easebourne. www.easebourne.org

Midhurst Town Council Edited extracts taken from the draft minutes of the Planning and Infrastructure committee meeting held on 24th February 2020.

Budgens development The Council received a progress presentation on the development in front of Budgens and were provided a precis of work conducted to date. The Council were shown computer generated images of the proposed construction, explaining that the build was approximately one month behind schedule. It is hoped that the product will be finished by the end of July, with open reservations being available by the end of March.

Planning Applications Location: 45 Elmleigh Midhurst GU29 9EZ.

Rebuild garage in forward position. Single storey side and front extension. New roof design over existing structure. Widened driveway.

Objection on the grounds that the proposed application which includes second storey accommodation is not in keeping with this side of Elmleigh which is bungalows and low level buildings.

Tree Planning Applications Location: 81 Poplar Way Midhurst GU29 9TD Reduce height by up to 3m and widths by up to 1.5m on 1 Silver Birch tree. Reduce height by 2m and widths by up to 1.5m on 1 Norway Maple tree, both tree within Woodland. Midhurst Town Council has no objection to this application.

Location: Flat 2 Garden House North Street Midhurst West Sussex GU29 9DH Notification of intention to reduce height by up to 3m and widths by up to 2m on 1 Willow tree. Fell 1 Laurel tree. Midhurst Town Council has no objection to this application.

Matters of report Concern was raised at the potential intent by a member of the public to restrict access to a portion of St Margaret’s Way, which is understood to be a public highway. www.midhurst-tc.gov.uk

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Northchapel, Freehold Farm – and the silent cuckoo By local historian & artist David Johnston A brief note in the 'Journals of Gilbert White' in the year 1775, mentions an old vicar who was living in Northchapel: “June 22nd – A person assures me, that Mr Meymot, an old clergyman at Northchapel in Sussex, kept a cuckoo in a cage three or four years; and that he had seen it several times, both winter and summer.

It made a little jarring noise, but never cried cuckoo.”

Mr Meymott, was inducted as rector of Northchapel in 1718. He was to serve the community in this sleepy hollow for over fifty years, during which time, he no doubt travelled on many occasions, to the furthest regions of the parish to visit members of his flock: one place in particular being Freehold Farm. The most direct route from Northchapel, to this old farmhouse is through Wet Wood, a great expanse of woodland that I came to know and love in my youth – for how often have I walked from the village, through this canopy of green shade to our house – Freehold Farm?

Freehold Farmhouse

We lived in this isolated dwelling during the latter part of the 1950's – and it was here, in this old rambling farmhouse that my mother would lose herself during the quiet moments of the day, fully absorbed in her curious interest – the pressing of numerous wild flowers that she gathered while out on walks. Each specimen was meticulously placed and named in scrapbooks, that amounted to a considerable number of volumes over the years. Not content with this, her ever inquisitive mind induced her to study archaeology, which, in turn led to collecting unusual items. This hoard of relics included a number of flint and iron arrow heads, a beautifully polished flint axe head, a quern stone, a genuine Pyecombe shepherd’s crook and an assortment of stuffed birds in glass cases.

And so it was, that our house displayed objects of fascination in every nook and cranny. The front room was laden with perhaps the most curious. There was an antelope's head, with a fine pair of curved antlers, all stuffed and set upon a smartly varnished shield.

This animal’s bust, with its vacantly staring glass eyes, hung as a feature on the wall to the right of the

north-facing window. The wall opposite displayed another deer's head, below which was suspended a stuffed pygmy alligator. The spaces between these freakish objects were filled by various 'Miss Pears' prints and a fine picture of the dog 'Prince', the First World War mascot.

Mum in garden freehold

Not content with this striking display of ornaments, the old lady had crammed more of her peculiar exhibits along the surface of the sideboard. There stood a beautiful stuffed green woodpecker, protected from dust by a perfectly domed glass cover. Beside this decorative bird was arranged a number of ammonites. But the most amazing specimen of all was the dried skull, with serrated bill, of a swordfish. For strangers entering the room for the first time it was a place that inspired immediate interest, arresting the attention and drawing the eyes from one curious artefact to another. Their amazement finely coming to rest on the window, and the garden beyond.

Ah yes – the garden. On warm summer days the old lady would often be found wandering around the borders, admiring the beauty of the flowers. “Don't they look lovely?” she would say, as I stepped outside to join her. She would then pause, stretching her gaze across the meadows, as if listening – I would listen too – to take in the unaccountable stillness – the soft breathing of the land. Far away sounds would then become noticeable. The hoots of the children playing on the village green in Northchapel, two miles away, would drift over the great woodland. Softened by the distance, their voices would rise and then taper off in diluted strains – miniature threads that would float on a breath of warm air – and there, faintly in the distance, the ever familiar call of our yearly visitor – cuckoo! cuckoo! A wonderful moment, as so much enjoyed by the Rev'd Meymott, over two hundred years ago.

To purchase any prints that accompany this article, visit www.davidjohnston.org.uk or contact David on 01798 345296 or david.rg.johnston@googlemail.com

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Easter Chocolate Crispie Cakes Alternative to Easter eggs As Easter treats go this one will go the quickest! The best thing about it is that you can make them so quickly, make all sorts of variations and in fact you can make them suitable for youngsters with dietary problems too!

Ingredients (Makes about 12) Prep time: 10mins + chilling • 25g butter, margarine (or other suitable firm fat) • 50g golden or maple syrup, honey or fructose syrup • 25g cocoa or carob powder • 25-50g sultanas, raisins or chopped apricots • 7-8tbsp rice crispies, crushed cornflakes, Allbran or other preferred cereals • Pretty paper cake cases • mini coloured chocolate eggs

sufficient cereal to give a firm mixture, stirring until thoroughly mixed.

3. Spoon equal amounts into the paper cake cases and top with a few chocolate eggs. Chill until firm.

Method 1. Melt the fat and syrup in a large pan, then stir in the powder until well blended.

2. When hot and smooth stir in the dried fruit and

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