Sussex Local - Findon - June 2018

June 2018

SUSSEX LOCAL

Findon - High Salvington - Salvington - Clapham - Patching

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BOOM! CREDIT UNION Ethical money lending

LOCAL NEWS School, Charity & Community

WIN!

Tickets to: Strictly’s Giovanni in Born to Win Enchanted Horsham Festival Bluejays Rock & Roll Revolution

HISTORY

The Local Dad’s Army

GARDENING

Parham’s head gardener plus June garden tasks

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What’s On, Local Walks, Recipe, Prize Crossword, Local Clubs, Gardening, Local Charities, Local Business Directory

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June 2018 Cover image Giovanni Pernice & Luba Mushtuk in “Born to Win” Win VIP tickets, see page 15

Welcome...

Summer is here and we have a packed offering for you this month including a chance to win a family ticket to the Enchanted Horsham Festival (page 48).

Taking place in Horsham Park in July, this family-friendly festival comes complete with its own Unicorn! You can also win VIP tickets to see “Born to Win” featuring Strictly Dancing star Giovanni Pernice, see page 15.

Our charity profile this month is on Boom!

Credit Union see page 26. Shakespeare’s Shylock gruesomely demanded his ’pound of flesh’, indeed money lending has never been well regarded but Boom! Credit Union offer ethical credit options for those who find themselves in financial difficulties.

This month, Valerie Martin’s history article is on the Local ‘Dad’s Army’ of the early 1940s - see page 47. Heather Smith talks about low carb, high fat diets in our Health feature this month on page 46. We also have news from Findon Parish Council and Findon Valley Residents’ Association (p50) in addition to our regular community news (p20) and local school news (p17).

Andrew Staib meets Tom Brown the talented head gardener at Parham House - see page 36 for this and some June garden tasks.

Finally we hope you like our new anagramstyle crossword, see page 32. You now only need to send us the correct word made from the yellow shaded letters to enter.

Until next month,

Kris & Jeff

Words of Wisdom “Spring being a tough act to follow, God created June.”

- AL BERNSTEIN 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.

The views and opinions of contributors are not necessarily those of the publisher.

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...........................................................................What’s On .....WIN! VIP tickets to Giovanni Pernice’s “Born to Win” .............................................Young Readers’ Puzzle Page .....................................................................Local Schools ........................................................................Local Walks .........................................................Charity & Community ................................Boom! Credit Union - Charity Profile ..................................................................Prize Crossword ..................................................................................Recipe ....................................................................In Your Garden ............................................................Health & Wellbeing ........................................................................Local History .........WIN! Family ticket to Enchanted Horsham festival ..............................................Findon Parish Council News .............................................................Business Directory ...........................................................Index of Advertisers

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Win VIP tickets to Giovanni Pernice’s ‘Born to Win!’ See the Strictly Star in Worthing on Sat 7th July BBC ‘Strictly Come Dancing' star, Giovanni Pernice, who reached the finals of the hit show with his celebrity partner, Debbie McGee, has kicked off his UK and Ireland tour ‘Born to Win’ to rave reviews and is raising the temperature and sending pulses soaring!

After the huge success of his debut tour ‘Dance is Life’ in 2017, Giovanni is extremely happy to be back out on the road with ‘Born to Win’, in a show he says is “even bigger and even better!”

‘Born to Win’ tells the story of Giovanni’s life, from growing up in Sicily and learning to dance, to his time on the hit BBC TV show, and features the hot Paso Doble, the sexy Salsa, the gorgeous Viennese Waltz, and the passionate Rumba, to name just a few.

The show, headlined by Giovanni, sees the return of his leading lady, Luba Mushtuk - dancer and assistant choreographer on ‘Strictly Come Dancing’, and ‘Dancing with Stars Ireland' professionals - Kai Widdrington, Giulia Dotta, Curtis Pritchard, and Emily Barker, who all starred in ‘Dance is Life’. They are joined by Stephen Vincent and Kylee Brown, who have both performed around the world in the phenomenal stage show ‘Burn the Floor’.

Tickets are now on sale directly through the theatres or online at www.giovannipernice.com There are also a limited number of VIP tickets available at most venues, where people can meet Giovanni before the show, get a signed print and have photo opportunities.

Winners of this competition will receive a pair of VIP Meet & Greet tickets for the show on Saturday 7th July at Worthing Pavilion Theatre.

Win 2 VIP tickets to ‘Born to Win’ To enter the competition answer the question below: Q: Who did Giovanni partner up with in Strictly Come Dancing in 2017? a) Debbie McGee b) Alexandra Burke c) Ruth Lang Send your answer and full contact details including telephone number to: Born to Win Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/features/competitions Winner drawn after 27th June 2018. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

Woodlands House has been specialising in Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease for nearly 28 years in Littlehampton.

The beautiful bedrooms, comfortable reclining armchairs in warm sitting rooms, bright gardens and fresh home-made food, all make life a little easier to bare. Oh and Wi-Fi, telephones and ROOM AVAILABLE NOW! TV’s available in bedrooms.

But what is more important are the staff, some of whom have been dedicated for years to the same manager and Woodlands residents. Day in day out, the staff are employed full time, able to cover sickness and holidays, never using unfamiliar agency staff. All staff are qualified and experienced, and have shadowed existing staff for their first few weeks. Their expertise in dementia enables them to understand and anticipate the needs of their residents, knowing them as people not just residents. Woodlands is an established well respected home where residents choose activities, or a chat, or help with folding linen, icing cakes… just regular household jobs around their own home. Visitors are welcomed for tea, coffee and cakes just as they would have done when visiting parents in their own home. Husbands and wives are welcome for private lunch with a glass of wine! There is a great deal of humour from both staff and residents helping everyone deal with dementia and confusion. Families who have reviews published say Woodlands is indeed OUTSTANDING! But the most important ingredients, for the happiness and welfare of residents, are respect, kindness and encouragement given during every moment of every day. And when the time comes this is extended on their behalf to support their loved ones too.

For further information and to visit Woodlands House contact Oonagh Cacioppo Manager/ Proprietor email house.woodlands@gmail.com, or call 01903 725458 or mob 07815 762623.

Read reviews at www.carehome.co.uk

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Young Readers’ Puzzle Page Wordsearch - BBQ fun

Anagram

Find the listed words in the grid. Words may be hidden horizontally, vertically or diagonally and in either a forwards or backwards direction.

Trace the lines connecting the circles to find out what the 2nd word is

CHICKEN FRIENDS MUSIC

COLESLAW GAMES SALAD

DIPS GARDEN SKEWERS

FAMILY KETCHUP SUMMER

Maze

Number Tower

Help the hungry mouse reach his tasty cheese! Start at the arrow on the top of the maze.

Fill the tower so that every square contains a number.

The value of each square in the number tower is the sum of the two squares directly under it.

Answers can be found on our website after the 1st of June www.sussexlocal.net

Do you run a business which is linked to children?

To sponsor this feature please contact us on 01903 868474 or email info@sussexlocal.net

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Findon Vale School Recently, Year 2 visited The Mary Rose at Portsmouth dockyard as part of their Tudor learning. It was a great experience for the children, learning all about life on board King Henry VIII’s favourite carrick battleship, The Mary Rose.

Once we arrived the year group was split into their 3 classes so they could all participate in a rotation of inspiring activities:Henry’s Heroes: Children had the chance to discover what life was like on board the ship.

They were allowed to handle a wide range of artefacts that showed how the different officers and general crew lived during at sea.

Fighting Fit - Were the Mary Rose crew fit to fight?

Children had the chance to compare themselves with Tudor ancestors. A hands on approach where they were able to put together a skeleton, identifying where and how the ancestor skeletons had changed or adapted to suit the hard working lifestyle on board the ship. This provided the children with an insight into the life of an archer. Replica foods were also available for the children to sort and make a meal for

the crew.

The children gained an insight into how unhealthy and unfit the crew actually were, scurvy was a huge problem with a lack of healthy fruit and vegetables which in turn led to rotten teeth that meant a trip to the surgeon - ouch!

Battle Plans: What was it like to be on board in the heat of the battle? Children had a tour of the Museum with a spectacular view of the Mary Rose led by an expert full of enthusiasm and knowledge. Short film clips were projected onto the ship that revealed what life was really like. The trip was a roaring success, enjoyed by everyone. On our return the children have impressed the teachers with the amount of information they have remembered and used in their diary entries; life on board the Mary Rose. Thank you to the staff involved with the learning centre at Portsmouth dockyard for an inspirational day full of enthusiasm and knowledge.

Vale School, Vale Avenue, Findon Valley. 01903 872 322. More information at www.vale.w-sussex.sch.uk

Facilities for future Olympians!

Official Opening of Sports Complex by Mark Foster March 22nd saw the opening of Windlesham House School’s new state-of-the art new sports complex by 5 times Olympian Mark Foster.

The children were treated to a masterclass by Mark Foster. Mark also spoke about what and who inspired him, one of whom was Duncan Goodhew, an Olympian and Windlesham Alumni.

Mark Foster, Olympic Swimmer, said “I am blown away but the fantastic sports centre at Windlesham”, he went on to tell the children to “Dream big because you can be what you want to be”.

Richard Foster, the Windlesham Headmaster, thanked parents and alumni saying, “We have been able to fund this amazing complex partly through the very generous donations made by parents and alumni, without whom, we wouldn’t be standing here.”

This is a Landmark year for Windlesham who celebrated their 180th anniversary and 50 years of being the first Co-Ed Prep School – leading the way then and now. Their previous pool was built over 80

years ago, although leading the way for a prep school in 1930 and launching the swimming career of Olympian swimmer Duncan Goodhew, the time had come for a new one!

The new 25 metre pool has 6 lanes and will be used for galas and recreational swimming. It features the latest energy saving technology and water filtration system.

They now also have a dedicated sports hall which accommodates, hockey, netball, tennis, football and badminton and is acoustically ahead of its time. Both the swimming pool and sports hall have generous viewing galleries. The sports complex has been designed in sympathy with its environment in The South Downs. With its ‘living roof’ it is barely detectable from the sky. Windlesham are working with partners and the local community to maximise the use and benefit to the local area of these amazing facilities. www.windlesham.com

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Local Walks - June All walks are led by friendly, trained volunteers - please do check with the organisers for full details and for any last minute changes. Health walks are 30 – 90 minutes, supported by Walking for Health & Horsham District Council. Level 2 & Level 3 are more challenging, for fitter walkers, supported by Horsham District Council Fri 1

11:00am Barns Green Meet in new car park above the Village Hall.

Well behaved dogs welcome Sat 2 2:00pm Parham Glider Field Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground car park, RH20 4PG. Dogs welcome Sun 3 10:00am Pulborough Brooks Meet at Pulborough Library car park, Brooks Way, RH20 2BQ Tue 5 11:00am Health Centre, Steyning Meet at Steyning Health Centre, BN44 3RJ Fri 8 11:00am Southwater Meet in car park of the Country Park, RH13 7UN Sat 9 9:00am Wiston/Steyning Dog Walk Meet at Steyning Cricket Pavilion, BN44 3LE Sat 9 6:00pm Wiggonholt Common & Parham Park Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground car park, RH20 4PG. See the wonderful work being done improve the nature reserve Sun 10 10:00am Warminghurst Church Meet at Georges Lane NT car park, Storrington, RH20 3JH. Explore ancient tracks and byways to Warmingshurst Tue 12 9:30am Buchan Country Park Meet in the car park off Horsham Road, RH11 9HQ, on the Crawley to Horsham side of the dual carriageway Sat 16 2:00pm Under the Downs Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground car park, RH20 4PG. Short walk to the bottom of the South Downs escarpment Sun 17 10:00am Washington to Steyning Circular Meet in Washington South Downs Way car park Wed 20 10:30am Storrington Riverside Walk Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground Car Park, RH20 4PG Sat 23 10.30am Sumners Pond Park opposite the Barn (RH13 0PR, TQ124268).

Through beautiful woodland and peaceful meadows Sun 24 10:00am Lee Farm Meet in Kithurst Hill car park. Visit historic Lee Farm in the heart of the South Downs behind Storrington Thu 28 7:00pm Ron’s Evening Walks Very social walk that usually ending in a pub.

Car sharing encouraged, please ask if you require a lift Sat 30 2:00pm Sullington Church Meet at Storrington Recreation car park, RH20 4PG

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11:00am Nuthurst Quiz Walk 7 miles Leisurely Meet outside Church/School in Nuthurst. Walk with a quiz, prizes in the Black Horse after 10:30am Arlington Resevoir 8.5 miles Moderate Meet at Arlington Resevoir Car Park 6:30am Highdown Breakfast Walk 8 miles Moderate Meet Highdown Hill Car Park. Breakfast to be taken en route, at Haskins Garden Centre 10:30am Plumpton 7 miles Leisurely Meet at Plumpton railway station

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Sussex Snippets Sussex Police Force is the first in the country to use DDTROs, which stands for Drug Dealing Telecommunications Restrictions Orders to disrupt drug dealers. DDTROs were introduced in December 2017 under the Digital Economy Act to enable police to seek restrictions on handsets that they believe are being used by drug dealers to operate "deal-lines" to remote deal drugs, sometimes known as 'County Lines', in areas outside major cities. The new legislation gives the police the powers they need to ensure that telecommunication providers can shut down phone lines being used by organised crime gangs.

The Community Minibus Association (West Sussex) is 100 percent volunteer run, operating a fleet of twelve minibuses from eight centres and helping almost 700 passengers travel from their own homes, to shopping centres, lunch outings and other places of interest.

Membership is available to all ages, for people unable to reasonably use public or own transport; there are also Associate Group members, such as scout and girl guide groups, school groups, church groups, who are unable to fund their own vehicles or want to travel for the occasional social event.

01903 740282 info@westsussexminibus.org.uk www.westsussexminibus.org.uk

SUSSEX LOCAL This June’s 30DaysWild challenge from The Wildlife Trusts will encourage thousands of people across the UK to make their neighbourhoods wilder – to help wildlife and get communities sharing the joy of the wild. Academics at the University of Derby who have monitored the challenge since it began in 2015 have discovered that spending time in nature makes us feel good and 30DaysWild encourages people to notice nature on their doorsteps every single day. www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk How much does recycling matter to you? - The County Council is asking people what’s important to them to help shape future priorities and inform how the budget is set for 2019/20. If you live in West Sussex or own a business in the county, you can take part in the survey and select three priority areas from the West Sussex Plan which you believe resources should be focused on - there’s even a chance to win £500 for your favourite West Sussex charity. 01243 777100 www.westsussex.gov.uk/whatmatters2018 haveyoursay@westsussex.gov.uk. The closing date is 16 July 2018.

The Sussex Guild is a group of professional designer makers, living and working in Sussex and the adjoining counties, selected for their high degree of skill and creativity and they will be exhibiting at Parham Contemporary Craft Show on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th June. The Guild’s Craft Show takes place in a marquee within Parham House’s famous awardwinning gardens and there will be unique examples of ceramics, leather, textiles, jewellery, wood, glass, metalwork and fine modern furniture with some craft demonstrations too. thesussexguild.co.uk From a local event or festival to bringing a disused space back to life, West Sussex has a new way to fund and support local projects. West Sussex Crowd is a new crowdfunding platform where you can share your community idea and offer neighbours, local businesses and other interested parties the opportunity to pledge their support to make your idea a reality - ideas can now be uploaded. Do this by visiting www.westsussexcrowd.org.uk On 8 June 1968 Woods Mill nature reserve opened to the public. Over the past 50 years the reserve has been visited by thousands of people of all ages and this beautiful corner of the county has been an invaluable resource to generations of Sussex residents. Thanks to support from Scottish Power Foundation, Sussex Wildlife Trust is celebrating 50 years of inspiring and educating visitors with activities throughout the coming year. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

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Clapham Playground Restoration Organisers of the Clapham Playground Restoration project are delighted to have received a generous donation of £2,500 from Fitzroy & Marigold Somerset. This takes the total raised so far to over £5,000, which is 17.5 per cent of the target amount.

The Somerset family have been the local landowners for generations; Mr Somerset’s grandmother originally gifted the land to the village and the family had paid for some of the old play equipment. This latest donation makes the project organisers more determined than ever to succeed in replacing the playground lost a year ago. Search ‘Clapham Playground Restoration’ on Facebook for more info.

Make a Will Month In June, Worthing-based charity, Care for Veterans, is teaming up with four local Solicitors for its Make a Will initiative. The participating Solicitors have all agreed to waive their usual Will-writing fees in exchange for a donation to the charity Care for Veterans’ Make a Will Month is a simple and cost-effective process. Bookings can be made now, with appointments taking place throughout June. The minimum suggested donations are: £60 for a Codicil, £100 for a Single Will and £160 for a Double Will –

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all less than standard Will-writing fees, and 100 percent of which will go directly towards supporting disabled ex-Servicemen and women at Care for Veterans. To book an appointment, contact the Fundraising Team on 01903 218444 or email: sandie.foster@careforveterans.org.uk

Museum Exhibits Japanese Fashion This spring Worthing Museum and Art Gallery is partnering with the British Museum for a special exhibition exploring Japanese men’s fashion. Dressed to Impress: netsuke and Japanese men’s fashion is a British Museum Partnership exhibition, which explores the intricate accessories worn by Japanese men during the Edo period (1615-1868). The exhibition places the netsuke, a form of Japanese miniature sculpture, and other objects in context with a bespoke male kimono to demonstrate how they were worn as a complete outfit in the 18th Century.

The exhibition will be on display at Worthing Museum’s Norwood Gallery until 25th August. worthingmuseum.co.uk 01903 221 448 Japanese “netsuke”

Where Wild Flowers Grow Adur and Worthing are truly ‘Where The Wild Flowers Grow’ this spring as the Councils launch a record programme to splash our communities with colour -- including World War One memorial displays rich with poppies.

District and Borough have a deserved reputation for the number of wildflower seed sowings on their parks, green spaces, churchyards and even roadside verges, which burst into fragrant explosions of colour in the summer. As well as planting the traditional Flanders poppies, the parks department are sowing seed mixes that provide rich nectar sources for pollinating bees and other insects whilst producing vibrant colour displays.

Seeds include borage, cosmos, cornflower, flax, marigold, and many others.

Contact: www.adur-worthing.gov.uk/wildflowers

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Brooklands Lake Regeneration They have battled the driving rain, gale-force winds, the darkest, smelliest black silt and even a tiny, terrifying creature from the deep but at last they’ve put a much-loved landmark on the road to recovery.

Engineers at Five Rivers Environmental Contracting have now completed the first stage of the major works on Brooklands Lake, funded by Worthing Borough Council.

SUSSEX LOCAL When Five Rivers took on the contract in 2017, the lake was stagnant due to a build up of silt, which was having an impact on the environment and wildlife. In October the company set out to remove 15,000 cubic metres of silt and create new margins without reducing the footprint of the lake.

The Teville Stream, which flows into the lake, has also been completely transformed. The former sluggish four metre wide stream has been reduced to a one and a half metre stream of fast, flowing water which stops silt building up. www.adur-worthing.gov.uk/parks/find/worthing/ brooklands-park/

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Win tickets to ‘Bluejays: Rock n’ Roll Revolution Friday 27th July, 7:30pm, Worthing Pavilion Theatre The Bluejays (Winners of the National Vintage Award for ‘Best Band’) present an electrifying and authentic tribute to the era when music changed the world forever.

Between 1955 and 1959, artists such as Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Everly Brothers, Eddie Cochran and Little Richard not only transformed the musical landscape but also the way we continue to look at the world today.

Susie, La Bamba, A Teenager In Love and many more) and reveal how the Rock ‘n’ Roll movement, rather than being “a communicable disease”, brought about a dream of equality and freedom that we still chase to this day.

To find out more and to buy and book tickets then please visit www.worthingtheatres.co.uk

Win tickets to ‘The Bluejays’ To enter the competition answer the question below: Q: Which artist helped transform the musical landscape with rock music? a) Elvis Presley b) Mavis Prissley c) Jelvis Besley Much more than just a concert show, The Bluejays take you on a historical journey via breathtaking renditions of the biggest hits of the era (Rock Around The Clock, That’s All Right, That’ll Be The Day, Tutti Frutti, Summertime Blues, Johnny B. Goode, Wake Up Little

Send your answer and full contact details including telephone number to: Blue Jays Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/features/competitions Winner drawn after 30th June 2018. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

The Importance of Regular Reviews

By Richard Cohen FPFS ACII MCSI Chartered Financial Planner Often, a client will contact me with a specific question; what is the most tax efficient way to invest my capital?

Will my assets be protected if I die? What would the tax implications be if I draw a lump sum from my pension? Sometimes these questions are prompted by a change in legislation but most frequently they will arise from a change in the client’s circumstances. This could be as simple as a pay rise or something more significant such as getting married, having a child, being made redundant or receiving an inheritance.

These events, as well as many others, will often require amendments to your financial planning. Some of these will be obvious but others may be overlooked.

For example, did you review your life insurance last time you made amendments to your mortgage? Have you reviewed your old pensions since leaving a previous job?

In most cases an overall review will highlight that there are adjustments that need to be made to realign a client’s financial plans with their objectives. This reinforces that one of the most important factors in financial planning is to regularly review a client’s situation, alongside their objectives.

Without regular reviews it is very easy for their finances to become detached from their objectives and therefore not serve the purpose they were originally set up for.

One type of investment which tends to get overlooked more than others, is pensions. Many people feel that as long as they have a pension and are making monthly payments into it, then that is enough. However, regularly reviewing your pension can make a vast difference to your living standards in retirement. Increasing contributions, improving investment growth or making savings on charges, can all make a noticeable difference in retirement.

By carrying out a review you will either establish what needs to be done to get your financial plans back on track or will confirm that no changes are required at that time. Either way this will give you peace of mind that you will be on course to meet your financial goals.

For more details visit www.nsurefinancial.co.uk or to arrange a free review please call 01903 821010

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Boom Credit Union Ethical money lending

by Lynn Smith Illegal money lending is big business. The press is full of stories of people who borrow a few hundred pounds from a friendly chap in their local pub only to find themselves owing disproportionately inflated sums and the friendly chap demanding money with extreme menaces. Figures can be horrific –someone borrowing £500 and being forced to pay £88,000, an interest rate of 2,500 percent.

In 2004 the government set up the Illegal Money Lending Team (IMLT), to investigate and prosecute illegal moneylenders while protecting those who have borrowed money from a loan shark. Staggeringly, IMLTs in England have supported over 28,000 people and written off over £73.7 million in illegal debt.

In April of this year, the government announced that it would be cracking down on illegal money lenders, making increased funding available to pay for investigations and prosecution of these lenders and support for their victims. Money already seized from these illegal lenders would be spent to encourage people at risk of being targeted by loan sharks to join a Credit Union. Cash would be made available to

Montague Street, Worthing official IMLTs and local Credit Unions working together to encourage residents to build up emergency savings funds while also making them aware of the dangers of borrowing from loan sharks.

One such Credit Union serving the needs of West Sussex residents is Boom! Credit Union, which came about in 2016 as the result of a merger between West Sussex Credit Union, established in 2008 by West Sussex County Council, and SurreySave, seed financed by a number of Councils across the region.

The merger created a larger, financially stronger organisation that could ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the Credit Union movement in West Sussex, Surrey and Kingston upon Thames. The imperative to create sustainable business models arose when Councils became unable to fully financially support Credit Unions.

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A happy customer Andy Johnson the General Manager of BOOM! Credit Union, describes Boom as: “A not-for-profit organisation… we provide ethical savings opportunities and affordable loans to people that find it difficult to obtain credit from high-street lenders.”

Boom! Credit Union has approximately 9,500

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So what is a Credit Union and how does it differ from a High Street Bank or Building Society? Historically, early Credit Unions were small nonprofit making organisations set up to benefit the local community - perhaps organised by a local church or possibly within an industry – collecting savings and offering loans.

Nowadays they have become more professional with an online presence and, usually, business premises.

Andy Johnson sums up the difference between Boom and a High Street lender: “Financial inclusion is in our very DNA and we live and breathe the ideal of financial capability for all. Our savings and loans facilities are all built with this in mind. With our Corporate Savers, we donate money to local charities. At Boom all borrowers get to save a little alongside their loan repayments … helping them to get into the saving habit and improve their financial well-being.” Boom also encourages Junior Savers by offering them good rates of interest and providing accounts that promote independent financial management at the age of eight.“ As Andy Johnson points out Boom keeps its money local: “Our members truly matter to us. We know the communities that we work within and we don’t work for profit, corporate gain or shareholders.”

He explains that the organisation is committed to providing financial inclusion and is passionate about fighting loan sharks and high interest lenders in order to do this. “The approach we take is a non-judgmental, holistic, helping, questioning and supportive role. We create a breathing space for people to make positive choices in their lives that can really impact them and create change without being under duress and financial stress. We have a genuine desire to empower people and to do this we take the time to have a conversation with our customers making sure that their wellbeing stays central to our focus. “ Currently employing sixteen staff assisted by thirteen volunteers, Boom only recently began recruiting volunteers and is looking for people who have good IT and communication skills, who are able to spare at least four hours once a week to help out taking on tasks such as filing, talking to customers, data entry etc. Andy Johnson says, “Our volunteers can take on the administration roles within the organisation at the moment, but we have a view to grow which will allow us to work with volunteers more creatively in their roles.”

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Andy Johnson, General Manager And Boom has an impressive list of initiatives that mean they are going to need those extra volunteers.

Their chief challenge is a campaign to attract £1million of savings so they can continue to help local people. Businesses, Charities and Community Interest Companies are being encouraged to open Corporate Savings accounts, with Boom donating one percent of every new account’s deposit to its charity projects.

Boom believes everyone should have access to regular savings, current accounts and debit cards, and for those who need it, a fair and affordable loan

through the door – keeping them out of the clutches of payday lenders and loan sharks. But, the business model is a tough one as the more inclusive you want to be the greater the risk you have to absorb, and striking an optimal balance is hard, with constant pressure to compromise its value of inclusivity.

However Boom is determined not to succumb says Andy Johnson, rather “… using this pressure to get better and better at what we do.

This compromise has been seen in other Credit Unions, Getting the word out with them being to the community either forced take a risk averse and less inclusive approach to lending, or else forced to close. Neither of these things is an outcome we want for Boom.”

This is a valid point; the number has significantly declined – from around 950 registered Credit Unions in Great Britain in 2002, to 311 as of March 2018.

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The reduction of external funding requires Credit Unions to have an increased self-sufficiency and a greater emphasis on commercial acumen. As Andy Johnson points out: “Lending money is an industry in its own right and Credit Unions are not always blessed with a plethora of experts in this field.”

Boom’s underwriting process is, says Andy, “Very human, inclusive and interactive. Our applicants are far more to us than a credit score or a credit file… It is fair to say to be a successful underwriter at Boom you need to understand both the art and science of underwriting and have a large dose of emotional intelligence.”

Finally, Boom is in competition with the high interest lenders and loan sharks, but with a fraction of their budget when it comes to getting their story told.

Comments from satisfied customers endorse a service that seeks to improve rather than further impoverish the lives of its members.

Boom! Credit Union - 129 Montague Street, Worthing, BN11 3BP. 01903 237 221 www.boomcu.com

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Regulations in Will writing Always check credentials, says Emma Wells MIPW Will Writer There are many unregulated Will writers who people are unwittingly trusting with the writing of their Wills.

Your Will is too much of an important document to trust to someone who can’t be bothered to train and qualify in this particular field. Ask yourself this, if they are good at what they do and confident that they are writing Wills for their clients in the way that they should be, then what possible reason could they have for choosing (and it is an active choice) to not be overseen by the Institute of Professional Will Writers (IPW)? Why aren’t they confident enough in their services to be held accountable by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute or by the Solicitors Regulation Authority like law firms are? What are they hiding?

Members of the Institute of Professional Will Writers must also be DBS checked, there is no such requirement for unregulated Will writers yet people are unwittingly letting unregulated, unchecked people into their homes and giving them full insight to their wealth and details of valuable personal possessions!

In the event that something does go wrong, members of The Institute of Professional Will writers must have

professional indemnity insurance and it is a con di t ion of the membership that its members have at least ÂŁ2million public liability insurance - again this is not a requirement for unregulated Will writers.

Please protect yourself and your estate by instructing a Member of The Institute of Professional Will writers.

IPW members are specialists in the Will writing industry, qualified by examination, undergo ongoing training in their field and are totally transparent with their fee structure. What more could you want from the person who is writing arguably the most important document that you will ever sign?

For more information please contact Emma on01903 821010 or email emma.wells@nsure.co.uk. Nsure Estate Planning Services are members of The Institute of Professional Will Writers. This means that they are regulated by the IPW and follow their Chartered Trading Standards approved code of conduct.

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34 Recipe

Ultimate Burger!

A seasonal recipe with a unique flavour Ingredients  Bread crumbs from 2 slices of stale bread  Small handful of freshly picked garden herbs, such as chives, parsley  500 g quality minced beef, (we stock award winning butchers’ meat)  2 heaped tablespoons ketchup (I used Stokes)  1 large free-range egg  olive oil  4 brioche burger buns Plus your perfect burger fillings, see below

Method:

1. Place breadcrumbs into a mixing bowl 2. Finely chop the garden herbs, then add to the bowl with the ketchup and the minced beef 3. Crack the egg into the bowl, then add a good pinch of salt and pepper

SUSSEX LOCAL 4. With clean hands, scrunch and mix everything up well. Divide into 46 and pat and mould each piece into a roundish shape, roughly 2cm thick 5. Place the burgers onto a plate, drizzle with oil, then cover and place in the fridge until needed – this will help to firm them up 6. To cook, preheat a large pan/ griddle for 4 minutes on a high heat, then turn down to medium.

(Or get the BBQ out!)

7. Place the burgers on the pan/griddle, then use a spatula to lightly press them down 8. Cook the burgers for 3 or 4 minutes on each side, depending on how you like them 9. Meanwhile prepare your burger fillings e.g. lettuce, tomatoes, gherkins, red onions and cheese 10. Lastly halve the brioche burger bun, lightly toast, stack your burger and ENJOY! Recipe kindly supplied by Village Larder, Squires Garden Centre Squires Garden Centre, Washington or Old Mill Drive Storrington every Thursday. Follow Hollie on Instagram and Twitter @village_larder

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36 Gardening

In Your Garden Monthly gardening ideas and tasks

by Andrew Staib, Principal Designer of Glorious Gardens “I like to bring the Parham House & Gardens gardening team on as Head Gardener Tom Brown embodies Parham, well built, welcoming and always on the creative move.

For ten years now he has managed and also upgraded Parham Gardens, part of the 875 acre site in which the 16th Century Manor House comfortably sits.

The gardens pre-date the house, with vegetable growing activities recorded there as early as the 15th Century when it was owned by the monks of Westminster. Hiding behind the Downs, the gardens are protected by the worst of the South Westerly winds and have good free draining soil that has benefitted from hundreds of years of cultivation.

Parham Gardens is a giant collection of different spaces, similar to menageries, that pretty much represent the history of English gardens. There is the famous Walled Garden as well as other spaces such as an Exotic Garden, Herb Garden, Rose Garden, Pleasure Grounds with a new addition, a Shingle Garden to grow more drought resistant plants. There are also long, elegant glasshouses and a nursery selling specialised plants.

Blue borders at Parham In the 1920s a tree fell and crashed into one of the walls of the Walled Garden. Rather than repair the walls with bricks, the Lord at the time built a two story Wendy House to fill the gap and each year Lady Emma Barnard and her family spent a whole night in there telling stories.

Tom sees his task as keeping alive the spirit of the garden in keeping with Parham House and the landscape, whilst also bringing on the reputation of the gardens by constantly improving plant combinations in the borders and developing different areas.

well, especially improving their knowledge. To make all this happen we have over 80 seasonal workers and 25 regular volunteers, as well as seven permanent gardeners. A lot of my job is management these days but I still get on the mower when Parham Head Gardener needed. I know what Tom Brown plants go well here so I enjoy finding variations on a theme.�

Tom has not just done that. Over the last few years he has revamped enormous long borders, creating colour themed beds such as the Blue and Gold Border with intense Rudbekias, Lavenders and Cardoons, Heleniums, and ochre coloured Achilleas.

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There is a Red Border with bronze Fennel, Red Hot Pokers, Molinia and Libertia peregrines and a revamped White Border is on the way.

Dating from the 18th Century in its current form, the Walled Garden is perhaps the most beautiful space in the garden. Spread over 4 acres, its history reflects the centuries gone by. At times it has been grass land, left fallow and at one point converted into small allotments.

Today it holds a collection of horticultural ‘events’.

An orchard with an emphasis on dessert apples, herbaceous borders and shrub borders. A self contained herb garden is quite unique sitting within the walls of the garden, surrounded by tall Yew hedges. There are lots of varieties of Mint, Sage plus Chives, Oregano and Artemisia with a fat little cherub in the middle.

Entrance at Parham Gardens Tom sees the garden as providing an opportunity for the public to learn about plants in a way they couldn’t in their own gardens. A couple of years ago, they grew 100 types of Sunflowers along a south facing wall.

The public were delighted and Tom’s team were able to see which sunflowers suited the garden the best.

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38 Gardening repeated the experiment with trials of Dahlias, Gladioli and Alliums planted directly into the lawns which were a surprising success. This year they plan to grow 150 different annual climbers which will be thrilling to see.

June tasks  Deadhead perennial flowers, as they will often create a new flush of buds as you inhibit the energy of the plant going into seed production. Plus the first flush of Hybrid and Patio roses may have finished so deadhead them back to a couple of new, outward facing buds though you may have to wait for these as we have had a slow Spring this year.  Bring any tender plants out from your greenhouse or conservatory now

Prairie tulips If you are visiting soon there are tours around the landscaped grounds where a great herd of deer can be seen. There are numerous horticultural events as well throughout the year. It is well worth visiting a historic dwelling that is also not afraid of moving with the times.

Places to visit Parham House of course! The address is Parham Park, Pulborough, RH20 4HS. Check their website www.parhaminsussex.co.uk for opening hours and entrance prices.

 Make sure any ponds don’t get swamped with blanket weed  Cut back any shrubs that flowered in May eg Wigelia and Philadelphius  Mulch any new plants that went in this year with bark or compost, as they will dry out much faster than established plants as their roots are not as plugged into the surrounding soil.  Pinch out side shoots on your tomatoes.  Fertilise your beds with a June Blood Fish and Bone treatment now.

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Bats

By Chris Ennis FRICS Over the years I have taken aboard many redevelopment projects, most involving the refurbishment or reconstruction of residential property. I am involved with one such development at the moment. The derelict property has been unoccupied for many years and is a state of advanced disrepair. The roof is tumbling in, walls are damaged and the property is covered in ivy. It is a classic haunt for bats.

There are many types of bat...about 1200 world-wide, and 18 are species native to the UK. The smallest of the UK species is the ‘Pipistrelle’ which is about 4 centimetres long weighing up to 9 grams. The largest UK bats are either the ‘Noctule’ or ‘Great Horse Shoe bat’ weighing up to 40 grams. In the summer, cricket bats are often seen on the village green(!) Whilst some bat species are solitary roosters, in some parts of the world they form colonies of up to one million.

Bats are important in the ecological system since they eat insects and they pollinate some plants. It is for these reasons they are a protected species under the Wildlife and Countryside Acts. Other rare similarly protected species of mammal include the great crested newt, badgers and water voles.

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Bats hunt for their food on the wing, and are nocturnal, and can often be seen skimming low over hedgerows and expanses of water.

They are harmless to humans, and they have a highly developed echo location ability using very high frequency sound.

So why do bats affect the redevelopment process?

Where bats are located they have to be notified to the local authority, and works will be halted until certain specialist surveys have been completed. The process of treating the bats can be both expensive, and time consuming. A development project could be delayed by months and involve expensive remedial works. The potential for delay and uncertainty can have significant financial implications where profit margins are tight. There are a number of specialist surveying firms and initial surveys involving multiple visits to the property and special sonar equipment can cost several hundred pounds. There are severe penalties for the destruction of bat habitat.

Chris Ennis FRICS is a Chartered Surveyor Tel: 01903 261217 visit www.propdoctor or send an email to: surveyor1@talktalk.net

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I will report on the current condition of a property and also forewarn you of any major problems which may arise. I am a fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, and have over 30 years local experience.

Based in High Salvington, I pride myself on my speedy and personal service. Feel free to call me for an informal chat.

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40 Focus on Furniture

“Upcycling”? By Andrew Byford of Barcombe Wood Finish Not a fan of these modern phrases where everything must have a name... Let’s face it people like me have been recycling, or upcycling, furniture for years. We call it restoration. Take something old and worn. Repair it, paint or polish it and make it into something new.

For too long society has been rather too eager to throw things out and buy new. With furniture and wooden items, repairs can be made using fresh timbers, so there is rarely a need to throw anything away wooden.

Older tables, chairs and cabinets, or chests of drawers, were made with quality timbers that were allowed to ‘season’ before being made into furniture.

Therefore an older table is generally made with better timber and materials than its new replacement.

Equally the new replacement in many cases will be manufactured using fibre boards (MDF) or chipboard.

A vastly cheaper alternative but not wood. Modern plywoods though, are quite stable and can last.

This tired looking garden seat, was restored at the owners property. We simply removed the old top layer of dirt and wood and gave it a fresh coat of varnish. So it is not quite upcycling but it is being returned to use instead of going to the tip.

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Likewise this games table below, it was once somebody’s pride and joy. The top split and the marquetry design was faded and worn. But again this was all repairable. A piece like this would be brought back to our workshop, although we can also work on site for very large or indeed precious items.

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So upcycling is not really a new thing, just a new buzz word. Old or new, it is possible to breathe new life into your wood, and remember, French Polishing is not just for antiques.

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Can you really avoid inheritance tax?

By Ivan Lyons Director Investment Solutions, Worthing What can I do next?

As a regulated independent firm of financial advisers, we can help you structure your assets as tax efficiently as possible.

If you would welcome a meeting, without cost or obligation then please do not hesitate to contact us. After all, what have you to lose? – other than 30 minutes of your time…

Inheritance tax (IHT) was once famously described as ‘a voluntary levy, paid by those who distrust their heirs more than they dislike the Inland Revenue’ by Roy Jenkins, a former Chancellor of the Exchequer.

IHT is currently levied at 40% on the value of an estate above the tax-free threshold, which has been frozen at £325,000 since 2009. Married couples and civil partners are entitled to double the allowance, passing on assets to their children or other relations worth up to £650,000 before a tax charge is triggered.

How will this change?

The Government have added a ‘family home allowance’ eventually worth £175,000 per person in addition to the existing £325,000 tax free allowance from April 2017. From 2020/21 individuals will be able to pass on assets worth up to £500,000 to descendants – including a family home, without paying any IHT at all.

However, statistics show the total United Kingdom HMRC inheritance tax receipts in 2016/17 was £4.8bn and the overall trend is upwards. There are a number of allowances and exemptions and this article does not allow me the space to cover these in full detail however, the main allowances include:  Gifts and allowances  Annual gifting allowance  Small gift allowance  Gifts out of normal income  Other exempt gifts  Gifts to charity  Writing a Will  Giving money away  Using Trusts  Investing to reduce your liabilities  Life Assurance cover

The value of tax relief depends upon your individual circumstances. Tax laws can change. The Financial Conduct Authority does not regulate the estate planning or tax advice. The value of your investments can go down as well as up and you may not get back the full amount your invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Contact Investment Solutions: Grafton House, 26 Grafton Road, Worthing, BN11 1QT. 01903 214640 or send an email to Ivan at: ilyons@graftonhouse.net or visit www.investment-solutions.co.uk

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44 Pets

Paws for thought Pets of old age Caring for a pet in its twilight years can be hugely rewarding; whether you’ve had your pet since it was a puppy or kitten, or actively decided to adopt an Vet Emma older pet because of the endearing Suckling qualities they can offer. With some understanding of your pet’s changing needs as they age and a few small adaptations to their environment, you can make a big impact on the quality of your pet’s life.

Microchip Make sure your pet is microchipped, in case they go missing. Older pets can sometimes become disorientated and their reactions can be slower.

Veterinary care Many of the disorders that affect older pets can be treated and managed to allow your pet to live a happy and comfortable life, particularly if treatment is sought early. It’s important that your pet has regular health checks to identify any potential issues before they become problems, as well as keeping on top of their preventive treatment, even if they no longer venture outdoors. Your vet can also do a check including looking for or overgrown claws and dental issues.

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Adapting the home Older pets might not be as agile anymore, finding it difficult to make accurate calculations when jumping.

For cats, strategically positioned furniture, boxes or ramps can help them reach their favourite places safely. Dogs may also appreciate a ramp over steps.

Indoor rabbits may find kitchen or laminate flooring slippery so rubber mats can be used to help them grip and low sided litter trays will make toileting easier.

Outdoor rabbits may need revised accommodation if the ramps become a struggle for them.

Exercise Although joint function may deteriorate with age, and arthritis can be a problem, exercise is still important for senior pets. Controlling weight and exercise, little and often, can help to alleviate symptoms as long as you don’t allow your pet to overdo it.

Bonding Time spent bonding with your senior pet can be hugely rewarding and beneficial to both pet owner and pet. Cats and rabbits may appreciate help with grooming, which becomes more difficult as they age.

Play time should be shorter and softer than when the pet was young but is still important for enrichment and mental health.

Crossways Veterinary Group, Findon Road Findon Valley, School Hill Storrington & High Street Steyning 01903 877325 www.crosswaysvets.co.uk

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Grounds for Divorce

By Karen Fleming, Fleming & Co Until 1857 the law adopted a Christian view of marriage as a lifelong union. Only a Private Act of Parliament could dissolve it, but this was lengthy and expensive, so available to few. The 1857 Matrimonial Causes Act (MCA) enabled divorce where the Petitioner could PROVE adultery, (the ‘matrimonial offence’) plus NO collusion or condonation. A wife also had to also prove incest, cruelty, bigamy or desertion. (This was abolished in 1923). The 1937 MCA introduced cruelty, desertion and incurable insanity. The emphasis, however, was still on proving the matrimonial offence.

Until 1969 it was impossible for a “guilty” spouse to divorce an “innocent” partner, so divorce and remarriage could be blocked for ever.

With no consensual divorces permitted, the experience was adversarial and bitter, the adulterous Respondent wife being treated the more harshly, both financially and parentally, often losing the children.

All divorces, even undefended, necessitated the parties attending court, causing humiliation and distress.

Divorce was on the increase and with consensus not permitted, staged adulterous scenarios took place,

often in hotels, with photographers bursting in to obtain ‘proof’ of a spouse in a compromising position with a person (not their spouse!).

In the mid-1960’s, Law and Church reports led to fundamental change, stating that when a marriage had irretrievably broken down, the aim must be fairness with minimum bitterness, humiliation, and distress. The ‘matrimonial offence’ was removed and irretrievable breakdown (with one of the five facts) became the sole criterion.

An adulterous wife was no longer presumed to be a bad mother or any worse than an adulterous man. In Iran and Saudi Arabia adulterous wives can still face execution and in some of the United States she can still be imprisoned, but our law changed to attempt equality.

Between 1973 and 1977 a special procedure was introduced to allow undefended divorces to be granted with simplicity, speed and economy. The five facts were introduced: adultery, unreasonable behaviour, desertion, and separation. The parties need not even attend. This became the norm and remains so in England and Wales. Defended divorces nowadays are very rare.

Karen Fleming. See: www.flemingandco.co.uk or email karen.fleming@flemingandco.co.uk t: 01903 446698

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Low Carb, High Fat Diets

By Heather Smith, Personal Trainer, Fitbiz Training Lately there has been a huge boost in the popularity of low carb diets. Personally, I’m a big fan as well.

Known as Low Carb, High Fat (LCHF), the idea is to reduce the carbs in your diet hugely and increase the fat in your diet in compensation.

LCHF is a long way from a fad diet. The health benefits are plain to see: life-changing weight loss, improved mental focus, more constant energy levels, better sleep and eliminated food cravings to name a few. There are also plenty of advocates for LCHF for various diseases too.

Whatever approach you take to eating healthy, there is one common rule – get rid of the junk food. After that, aside from the grains which health conscious people like to eat, like quinoa, bulgar wheat, beans and lentils, the plate of a well formulated LCHF diet shouldn’t look much different. Poached eggs on spinach for breakfast, smoked salmon and avocado salad for lunch and steak with asparagus, roasted tomatoes and mushrooms for dinner. If your body is already high in fat, all you need to do is lower your carbs – no coconut oil coffees required!

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One of the big reasons LCHF is so effective for weight loss is because it teaches your body how to easily tap into its fat stores when it runs out of food energy.

This really helps keep hunger in check.

Many LCHF ‘gurus’ would suggest eating fat with wild abandon, at the expense of protein as well as carbohydrate.

Example of a low carb meal While you could just replace the carb calories in your diet with fat calories, you’re not going to see too much in the way of weight loss and probably won’t do your health many favours either.

Especially if you couple this with not eating enough protein to keep your body in good repair. This varies depending on activity. Why not give it a try for a month, and let me know how you get on!

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

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The Local Dad’s Army by Valerie Martin To launch this page and set the scene, I will pass over the job to Peter Archbold, originally from Worthing and now living in New Zealand...

"I served with R A Coastal Battery (6" Naval guns) in Home Guard at Grand Avenue, Worthing 1943 44. A 303 rifle would be firmly attached to the gun barrel - and carefully aligned. The target - made up from scrap wood and tins to give an impression of a warship (about 6ft long) and stuffed with prosperous bottle bombs would be taken out at low tide and moored about 400 yards out in front of the guns. At high tide the gun layers (using the gun sights) would lay on the target - and make correction to aim. My task would be to sit astride the 6" gun barrel behind the rifle and load and fire as ordered. Some days I used to sit (hopefully) on the beach with a Bren or Thompson waiting in case any low flying ME 109s or ME 110s should fly past within range. Alas - no such luck! And, of course, regular all night guard duty on the perimeter wire which surrounded the gun positions and magazines of shells and cordite propellant charges". Peter Archbold I will attempt to layout the remaining of my own narrative in some form of chronological order..

On 20th May 1941, it was the anniversary of the Home Guard formation but I doubt whether it was celebrated. The Home Guard was rarely as humorous as that portrayed in the "Dad's Army" series on the television but in retrospect the Findon contingent had their amusing moments that we can well imagine being acted out by Captain Mainwaring, Sergeant Wilson and Corporal Jones.

When Group Captain Brian Thynne, third son of Colonel Ulric Oliver Thynne of Muntham Court, landed in a Blenheim on the makeshift runway above Muntham, the Findon lads of the Home Guard were there in force to greet him. Unfortunately, they surrounded the aircraft mistaking it for a German one.

tired and hungry, at The Vale, (the old racing stables on the A24). There were, no doubt, some red faces at the Home Guard after that little episode.

Here is another little local wartime story. In the dark days of wartime, a London family endured eight long months living in air raid shelters when their house was bombed out. The date was 1941 and in desperation to seek a better life they got on a train bound for Worthing. Here they were promptly apprehended by the military authorities for entering what was called a "restricted area" during the war.

They were taken to court. The case was dismissed because of "special circumstances" but they each had to pay 4/- in costs.

The Home Guard vacated the Village Hall in the autumn of 1942. The army had by now left The Vale racing establishment and the Home Guard took over the stables as their base. By this time the men were commanded by Colonel W. E. Grace OBE and formed the 5th (Worthing) Battalion of the Sussex Force.

Thanks to the Battle of Britain being fought in the skies, the invasion came to nothing. Hitler changed his mind at the eleventh hour and turned his troops to Russia and left Findon to his Luftwaffe bombers which did cause some devastation and casualties in the area. Most of the enemy raids fell into the hit and run description...being a single aircraft swooping in at low level, dropping its bombs and making a dash back to base in occupied France before being intercepted by our R.A.F. I wonder if a row nearly erupted locally in 1942 when a self important lieutenant of the Home Guard in nearby Worthing warned that women would be a "damn nuisance" if they were ever allowed to be recruited to the ranks of the Home Guard. Women were eventually allowed to penetrate this all male domain in April 1943 but heaven forbid, they were not allowed to wear the Home Guard Uniform. They had to make do, and be grateful to be given a simple badge to wear.

Worthing's worst blitz was when seven people were killed when two 1,000 kg bombs hit Haynes Road on the 1st November 1941.

Although the Findon Home Guard's prime directive was to hinder and persistently harass any German invading troops, fortunately they never had to put this to the test. They officially stood down on 3rd December 1944 and were finally disbanded one year later.

The Home Guard eventually vacated the old hangar (in 1941) they had been utilising and moved into the Village Hall (this had been newly opened in 1938). I now come to the story of a German pilot who bailed out near Findon and walked to the village. He proceeded south down the High Street, no doubt thinking what a quiet place he had chosen to descend upon. He continued past the Village Hall, (where all the Home Guard appeared to be asleep), and was relieved to be able to eventually give himself up to the army,

It is sobering to think that when Hitler's plans for Operation Sealion (the cross-Channel invasion of England), were revealed at the end of the war, Worthing's shallow beaches were seen right in the centre of the designated landing position. Worthing was marked with arrows on maps as being a prime target for the first wave of German assault troops — their next move would have been to proceed up the valley to Findon and meet the local Findon Home Guard head on.

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Win a family ticket to Enchanted Horsham A family friendly festival full of magic and fun, Fri 27th - Sun 29th July An ancient magic is returning to Horsham Park this summer, so prepare to be Enchanted…

Enchanted Horsham is an exciting family festival with illuminated pleasure gardens that will take place from 4pm to Midnight on the 27th, 28th and 29th July.

Don’t miss the chance to enter a Summer Wonderland infused with so many sights and sounds for all ages to enjoy.

Experience first-hand the street theatre and a vintage funfair, circus performances, circus workshops and belly dancers, along with a market celebrating local lifestyle and fashion, street food and drink.

And, as you wander through the vibrant market, marvelling at the diverse entertainment and tempting aromas, you will find unique items to adorn both you and your lifestyle including art, toys, curiosities, homewares, garden wares and artisan foods.

But what will you treat your taste buds to? Choose from a mouth-watering array of global street food stalls and pop-up restaurants as they nestle alongside beer from Harvey’s, Kent Cider, wine, champagne, gin and cocktail bars.

The enchantment continues as you become immersed in the enchanted mermaid’s tales and interact with life-sized puppets, but make sure you set aside time to meet our real live Enchanted Unicorn. As old as time itself and magically awakened from her slumber, she is so very special. Only able to be tamed by young maidens, what magical powers will she impart to you…, perhaps healing powers, freedom, power or speed?

You will see and hear roving bands and beautiful soundscapes drifting through the festival. Visit the music stage to see an eclectic mix of reggae, acoustic, jazz, swing, samba and salsa, including the sensational Harry’s Tricks, The Mountain Firework Company, The Scorchers, Salsadelic, Choro Bandido and Hotpot, before you chill to the soulful sounds that fill the Cider and Reggae bar.

Then as dusk falls, the wondrous secret illuminated gardens will reveal themselves and magically bring to life unicorns, dragons’ eggs and mystical tales. The beautiful illuminations, stunning projections, light shows, performances, music and pathways of fire will set the scene and the evenings activities will commence.

It is only after-dark that the Silent Disco in the Neon Circus Tent comes to life. Have your face painted in UV paints and glow as the riot of fun commences with fire performers, acrobats, jugglers, LED hoopers, trapeze artists and magicians.

Lucky winners will receive a VIP Family Pass giving you access for all three days, entrance to the VIP tent, a programme of events and a free glass of Prosecco!

Sussex Local readers can also use a 25% early bird discount until 30th June 2018. Please use the code SUSSEXLOCAL to activate your discount at enchantedhorsham.co.uk

Win tickets to Enchanted Horsham To enter the competition simply answer the following question: Q: Where is Enchanted Horsham located? a) Horsham Park b) Petworth Park c) Parham Park Send your answer and contact details to: Enchanted Horsham Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/features/competitions Winner drawn after 30th June 2018. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

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Worthing’s Oldest Garage Local assistance for car owners Anyone who has ever owned a car will understand that feeling of panic when an unfamiliar noise comes from the engine or those mysterious parts hidden underneath. Modern cars are infinitely more efficient and reliable than they were in the past but they still need regular care and attention to maintain smooth and trouble free motoring on a daily basis.

Stedmans Garage in Arundel Road, Worthing, have an impressive 35 years experience in the trade and is still a family business run by Paul and Donna Gorringe and their son Mark. They told Sussex Local that since relocating from Storrington seven years ago, they have increased workshop capacity and modernised in order to cope with rising customer numbers. These additions include a brand new office with outside seating for warmer weather and where coffee and biscuits are on offer for customers who prefer to wait for their cars.

They pointed out that the use of advanced and up to date diagnostic equipment gives them the capability to reach the root of any problem as quickly as possible The workshop can accommodate all makes of car and can undertake servicing, repairs, MOT testing, tyres, tracking, brakes, clutches and air conditioning.

The Gorringes went on to explain the importance of keeping up with modern technology which has led them to the implementation of an online booking tool which will be available shortly. They also offer a collection and drop off service and courtesy cars and vans so that tradespeople can continue with their day to day activities with minimum interruption.

As well as making sure that all servicing and repairs are carried out to the highest standards, the Gorringes are committed to offering honest and friendly advice so that their customers have a full quote before any work is undertaken. The reception staff maintain the friendly approach by keeping in contact with clients to update them on the progress of the work.

Stedmans Garage Arundel Road, Worthing BN13 3ES tel. 01903 691666 www.stedmansgarage.co.uk

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Findon Valley Residents’ Association AGM New Committee The AGM was held on the 20th April at Findon Valley Free Church and the 2018 Committee was confirmed. Details of the Committee members can be found at www.findonvalley.org and on the Notice Board outside the Library. Saturday, 2 June 10am – 12 noon, Residents’ Surgery in the library.

FVRA 2019 Calendar Photographs Building on the success of the past two years FVRA will be producing a 2019 calendar. Again this will be sponsored by Curtis & Son and Keen & Betts, whose support is greatly appreciated. Please start taking and sending us your photographs reflecting ‘Life in Findon Valley’ - past or present. 12 photographs will be selected.

How to submit your photographs · Photographs must be Landscape View · Give your photograph a title and state the location · Include your name and contact details · Email to 2019calendar@findonvalley.org or deliver in Person to Curtis & Son · All entries must be received by 31st July 2018 Proceeds from the sale of these calendars will be donated to Chestnut Tree House Children’s Hospice.

Join our committee!

Could you write this article? Can you design posters?

Could you be our Press & Publicity Officer?

Interested? contact Maggie Winter on 01903 263038 or email chairman@findonvalley.org to apply or for further details.

Dog Show The Findon Valley Dog Show will take place on Sunday 8 July 2018 on The Gallops see findonvalleydogshow.co.uk for further details.

Litter Picking FVRA is working with Worthing Borough Council to keep our green spaces litter free. The first Litter Picking event took place at Durrington Cemetery on Saturday 12th May, when a group of volunteers helped to tidy-up the debris that had been scattered throughout the area. Please contact our Environment Officer Lorraine Taylor to identify other areas in the Valley which would benefit from Litter Picking. www.findonvalley.org

Findon Parish Council Edited extracts from the confirmed minutes of the Planning Committee meeting held on 19th April 2018 Chairman’s announcement The Chairman confirmed that he would not be standing again as Chairman after the May 2018 Planning Committee meeting.

Declarations of Interest Cllr Smith declared a pecuniary and prejudicial interest in Agenda item P 18.27 (SDNP/18/01289/FUL – Soldiers Field Stables as a close neighbour and would leave the meeting for this item and take no part in any discussion.

Public Question Time Several neighbouring residents spoke against the Soldiers Field Stables application highlighting the close proximity of the proposed stables to neighbouring properties, reference to the Findon Neighbourhood Development Plan Policy BT2 retention of employment land, the economic viability of the equestrian yard, and lack of a strategic plan for the site as a whole. A resident handed out photo montages of the proposed development and referred to guidance for horses and stables. The applicant’s agent felt that the montages were not representative.

The applicant for Middle Nepcote, 5 Nepcote Lane, advised that the property would be upgraded for modern living if permission was granted.

Consideration of Applications SDNP/18/01436/HOUS – 5 Nepcote Lane. Various extensions. Council raises no objection SDNP/18/01731/FUL – Land east of Pony Farm, New dwelling, landscape enhancements and associated works. (c) Sheila Mills Although it was noted that the applicant had made some changes from a previous application, following a majority vote the Committee agreed that the original objections still stood, in particular the proposed development being outside the development boundary. Council objects to the application.

SDNP/18/01289/FUL –Soldiers Field Stables Full planning application for the replacement of an existing dwelling, erection of new stable yard with ancillary groom’s accommodation, hay barn, a new unit of holiday accommodation and relocation and enlargement of existing manege. Redevelopment of the existing stable yard with 3 dwellings and garages. The Committee concluded that appropriate sympathetic development would be welcomed, and consideration should be given to an alternative proposal such as moving the equestrian site to the east of the currently proposed development. Council objects to the hybrid application. www.findon.arun.gov.uk

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