Sussex Local - Findon - February 2011

February 2011

SUSSEX LOCAL Findon - High Salvington - Clapham - Patching Local news and events through the door to over 6,000 homes in this area every month

IS ROMANCE DEAD? A light-hearted look at Valentine’s Day by Cat Knowles-Fitton

WHAT’S ON

Local events in February

STYLE

Spring Clean your wardrobe!

GARDENING

Tasks, tips, weather outlook & more

LOCAL HISTORY

A Findon ghost story by Valerie Martin

PLUS

Local Walks, Travel, Fashion, Recipe, Prize Crossword Charity, Business Directory, Offers from Local Businesses

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February 4 2011 10 Cover Photo Winter tress and sky.

Kindly supplied by Sheila Mills.

Welcome...

It’s February and many people will be buying cards and presents to give to loved ones on Valentine’s Day. Read about the origins of this annual event and who Saint Valentine was, in a light-hearted article ‘Is Romance Dead?’ by Cat Knowles-Fitton on page 17. Gay Richardson helps us sort out our wardrobes - the perfect job for a damp February Saturday - see our Style feature on page 24. Take advantage of the dry days to get out in the garden. Phocas lists the main tasks for February on page 27 along with his weather predictions. Our recipe this month on page 22 is a perfect Valentine’s Day dessert and is very simple to make too.

We’re always pleased to publish items free of charge for local groups and charities. So, if you need help or want to spread the word about a good cause, please do get in touch. Anything non-commercial and of interest to our readers will be considered and if you can send a photograph as well, so much the better. Send your contributions to info@sussexlocal.net by 7th of the month for the following month’s magazine. We are also looking for photographs of local scenes for our covers.

A small fee will be paid for any used.

Have a great February, Kristina Words of Wit “Getting divorced just because you don't love a man is almost as silly as getting married just because you do.”

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What’s On locally A Findon Ghost story by Valerie Martin Local Walks Charity/Community notice board Is Romance Dead? By Cat Knowles-Fitton Prize Crossword Recipe. Upside-down Pear Cake Style - Spring clean your wardrobe!

Phocas the Gardener Business Directory - Find local trades & services Advertiser Index

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1) Pulborough edition (RH20 sectors 1 & 2) Pulborough, Bury, Fittleworth, West Chiltington village and Common, Marehill & Nutbourne.

Total homes - 4,500 2) Storrington edition (RH20 sectors 3 & 4) Storrington, Sullington, Cootham, Washington, Ashington & Thakeham Total homes - 5,500 3) Findon edition (BN13 3 & BN14 0) - Findon Valley, Findon Village, Nepcote, High Salvington, Clapham & Patching Total homes - 6,100 4) Arundel edition (BN18 0 & BN18 9) - Arundel, Amberley, Climping, Burpham, Slindon, Fontwell & Walberton Total homes - 5,000 The combined circulation of all four magazines is over 21,000 homes.

Disclaimer - Whilst advertisements are printed in good faith Sussex Local is an independent publication 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 - February 2011 This guide covers a range of free and paid-for events across our region. If you are organising something which you would like to publicise in a future issue or on our website please enter the full details on to our website at www.sussexlocal.net/whats_on.htm. www.sussexlocal.net/whats_on.htm It is free of charge to list a local club society notnot-forfor-profit or charity event in Sussex Local Magazine or on our website and £20 + VAT for commercial listings to appear in all four editions - circ. of 21 000 homes (or free with a display advertisement). **Please add March events to website by 7th February.**

BINGO

GARDEN EVENTS

Thu 10 Feb 7:00 PM Charity Bingo Regular bingo evening held on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Great prizes, raffle & refreshments and fun for everyone! Storrington Village Hall, 59 West Street, Storrington RH20 4DZ. Just 50pence and all for an excellent cause. The Mary How Trust telephone 08452 410 956 or email contact@maryhowtrust.org

Sun 27 Feb 1:00 PM Arundel Agenda 21 Seed Swap Come along and swap seeds, plants, gardening books and magazines. If you don’t have any to swap, seeds can be purchased for a minimal donation. Expert advise is on hand from the gardeners who work the Arundel Castle Gardens.

At the Norfolk Centre Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PA 50p adults / children free. Contact Rita Godfrey 01903 885826 or email ritagodfrey@rgunlimited.f9.co.uk

COMMUNITY

Wed 09 Feb 7:30 PM Storrington Film Night. Made In Dagenham. A rousing comedy-drama based on a women’s strike at the Ford Car plant in Dagenham in 1968. A feel good film from the director of the Calendar Girls. Stars Miranda Richardson, and Bob Hoskins. At Sullington Village Hall, Thakeham Road, Storrington RH20 3PP £5.

Contact Malcolm Bennett 01798 812407 mk01ben@yahoo.co.uk

Sun 20 Feb 6:00 PM Contemplative Fire Gathering A monthly gathering integrating creative arts, wisdom and worship with meditation, silence, spaciousness and wonder sacrament and story. Discover the creative depths of silence and the wisdom of the Christian mystics. At Sullington Parish Hall, Thakeham Road, Storrington RH20 3PP For more information contact Revd Tessa Holland 01903 740487 Mon 21 Feb 2:30 PM Carers Drop In Drop in for a chat and a cup of tea plus information and advice for carers. 24-26 West Street, Storrington (Little Footsteps building) RH20. Free for carers.

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Tue 22 Feb 7:30 PM Mary How Trust Film Society At West Chiltington Village Hall RH20 2PZ Ticket hotline: 01798 877641 www.maryhowtrust.org £5 Contact Stuart Trownson 08452 410 956 for more details or email stuart.trownson@maryhowtrust.org

MUSIC Wed 02 Feb 7:30 PM Concert The very best in electronic organ and keyboard music. Queen Street Centre, Queen Street, Worthing BN14 7BL 01903 691888 Fri 04 Feb 8:00 PM Baroque Music An evening of music from the Baroque era performed on period instruments. Victoria Rowcroft Mezzo Soprano, Charlotte Munro Baroque Flute and Massimo, Redaelli Harpsichord. Programme to include works by Handel, Locatelli and Telemann. Court Room Christ’s Hospital School, Horsham RH13 0LJ Adults £8 Conc £7 The Box Office 01403 247434 boxoffice@christs-hospital.org.uk Sat 05 Feb 7:30 PM Concert The Boundstone Chorus Worthing Philharmonic Choir and Orchestra present a performance of Orff s Carmina Burana and premiere of Requiem by Lancing young composer Kevin Withell. Assembly Hall Stoke Abbott Road Worthing BN11 1HQ £8 - £15 Children under 16 and students £3 01903 851827 Sat 26 Feb 11:30 AM Concert Morning Melodies played by Marcus Martin (Piano and Organ) with Caroline Lowe (Soprano).

Coffee available from 11:00.

Donations in aid of the Mayor of Worthing’s Charity Fund. At Worthing Baptist Church Christchurch Road, BN11 1JH Free. 0845 370 9170 Fri 04 Mar 8:00 PM Chamber Music Featuring Juliet Edwards on Piano. Rachel Ellis - Violin and guest artist Judith Souter - Cello playing Beethoven sonata for violin and piano - op.30 in G major Brahms sonata for cello and piano in E minor and the Mendelssohn piano trio in D minor. Court Room Christ’s Hospital School, Horsham RH13 0LJ Adults £8 Conc £7 The Box Office 01403 247434 boxoffice@christs-hospital.org.uk

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SALES & MARKETS

Sat 05 Mar 7:30 PM Old Time Music Hall An extravaganza of excellent entertainment, fun and frolics. A licensed bar will be available.

Tickets from Guy Leonard Storrington & Pulborough offices and Cherilyn News, West Chiltington. At Pulborough Village Hall RH20 2BF £12.50 inc Supper.

Jan Taylor 01403 790012 or email j.taylor2@ssesurf.co.uk

Fri 04 Feb 9:00 AM Ashington Market Local fruit, vegetables, bread and a butcher. Homemade cakes, chutneys and jams. Hand crafted jewellery and cards along with other unique gifts and accessories for the home. Light refreshments available. New Venue! The Scout Hall, Church Lane, Ashington RH20 3JY

Sat 05 Mar 7:30 PM Bonjour Monsieur Bouzignac Brighton Consort, with their new director Katie Thomas, present an introduction to the choral music of the 17th century composer Bouzignac. At St Nicholas Church London Road, Arundel BN18 9AT £10 (£8 concessions). 01273 833746 jenny@bremf.org.uk or www.brightonconsort.org.uk Sun 06 Mar 2:00 PM Singing Masterclass Discover how people are taught to sing! Six of Christ’s Hospital’s best singers will be working with Alison Pearce a distinguished international soprano soloist in opera oratorio and recital. At the Court Room, Christ’s Hospital School, Horsham RH13 0LJ Free Admission. The Box Office 01403 247434 boxoffice@christs-hospital.org.uk

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Sat 05 Feb 10:00 AM NSPCC Valentine Market Stalls, raffle and refreshments in aid of the NSPCC. Norfolk Centre, Mill Road Arundel BN18 9PA. Contact Wendy Diggens 07853 317393 wendy.diggens@sky.com Sat 12 Feb 10:00 AM Findon Downs WI Jumble Sale At Findon Village Hall BN14 OTA entry 20p Sat 12 Feb 9:00 AM Shoreham Market East Street 9-1pm 01273 263152 Sat 12 Feb 9:00 AM West Chiltington Farmers Market Over 20 local produce and craft stalls.

Disabled access and toilet facilities. West Chiltington Village Hall, Mill Road, RH20 2PZ Free entry. Call 07900 954127 or email Claire@westchiltingtonfarmersmarket.co.uk

Sat 19 Feb 9:00 AM Arundel Farmers’ Market Fresh and locally sourced seasonal goods. Market Square Town Quay Jubilee Gardens 01798 865804 or www.arundel.org.uk

SALES & MARKETS CONT. Thu 24 Feb 8:45 AM Slindon Village Farmers’ Market Coronation Hall, Reynolds Lane, Slindon BN18 0QU 08.4512.30.

Sat 26 Feb 9:00 AM Worthing Farmers’ Market South Street Square Worthing West Sussex BN11 1EG 01273 263152 Sat 26 Feb 10:00 AM Children’s Nearly new sale A nearly new sale of baby and children’s things bringing money back into peoples homes and providing good quality used toys, clothes and equipment at great prices. St Mary’s Church Hall, Sea Place, Worthing (behind Goring library) BN12 4UJ £1 Adults children free. Joanne Wood 7899677190 joanne@kittyrosesales.co.uk

BOWLS Sat 5th Feb 10:00 AM Bognor Bowling Club Open Day Come along and try your hand at Bowling. We are starting coaching sessions on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. Joining is free on the day. Tel 01243 865091 Arun District Indoor Bowls Club, Nyewood Lane, Bognor Regis PO22 2TT Next to Bognor Football Club

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What’s on at the Jazz returns Tuesday 1st Feb - see website for listings Big Quiz returns Sunday 6th Feb. First prize £50!

Winter Warmer! Selected 2 course menu £9.95 Mon-Fri Romantic break for two. 3 course dinner + B&B from £115 per room Book now for Valentine’s Day - see website for menus www.villagehousefindon.co.uk The Square, Findon 01903 873 350

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What’s On CLUBS & SOCIETIES

COURSES

COURSES CONT.

Tue 01 Feb 7:30 PM Pulborough Computer Club AGM plus choosing topics for 2011. At Pulborough Village Hall RH20 2BF £1 Pat Beard 01903 743250 impcottage@talktalk.net

Tue 15 Feb 11:00 AM Digital Photo Workshops For anyone wishing to refresh their knowledge of Elements and learn some new techniques. Will suit people who have attended Stages 1 and 2 with a good working knowledge of the software. Open Learning Centre, Lodge Hill, Watersfield RH20 1LZ £30 / £27.50 for members of the OLC. Carol Holly 01798 831411 openlearning@lodgehill.org.uk Fri 18 Feb 10:30 AM Exploring Your Digital Camera A half-day (non-practical) course for anyone new to digital photography Information about pixels, resolutions and some of the features on digital cameras. At the Open Learning Centre, Lodge Hill Watersfield, Near Pulborough RH20 1LZ £17.50 or £15.75 for members of the OLC. Carol Holly 01798 831411 openlearning@lodgehill.org.uk Tue 22 Feb 1:30 PM Talk on Internet and Emails A talk on using the Internet and emailing followed by a Practical Session on the Internet with a follow-up session a week later. The price includes CD covering 1st session and membership for 1 year to Open Learning Centre. The Open Learning Centre, Lodge Hill Watersfield RH20 1LZ £20 for the 2 Sessions. 01798 831411 openlearning@lodgehill.org.uk

Fri 25 Feb 10:30 AM Beginners Digital Photography A half -day course to help you get more from your digital photography with demonstrations on how to download your photo files, store and rename them and make prints. How to email photos and copy them to a CD. The Open Learning Centre, Lodge Hill Watersfield Near Pulborough RH20 1LZ £17.50 for nonmembers £15.75 for members of the OLC. Reduction if booked with Exploring Your Digital Camera Carol Holly 01798 831411 openlearning@lodgehill.org.uk

Thu 10 Feb 7:30 PM Findon Village W.I. Cook Trading Ltd will be demonstrating some of their recipes and providing some tasters. Bring along an old cooking utensil to enter this month’s competition. New members are very welcome.

Findon Village Hall BN14 OTA June Harwood 01903 877344 cgear@uk2.net Mon 14 Feb 10:00 AM Ashington Ramblers Walk Red Lion Car Park Ashington RH20 3DD. Contact Maggie 01903 892001 Tue 15 Feb 7:30 PM Pulborough Computer Club Basic Spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel 2007. At Pulborough Village Hall RH20 2BF £1 including refreshments. Pat Beard 01903 743250 impcottage@talktalk.net Tue 22 Feb 2:15 PM Walberton DFAS Monthly Arts Lecture.

Norman Rockwell - Great American artist or mere illustrator? by John Ericson Yapton and Ford Village Hall, Main Road, Yapton. BN18 0ET Free for members / £5 for guests 01903 883876 or email: thebrocklebanks@btinternet.com

TALKS Tue 08 Feb 12:00 PM Talk on eBay A talk on eBay followed by a practical session. Coffee and cake provided! Open Learning Suite Lodge Hill, Watersfield Pulborough RH20 1LZ £15 for non -members £10 for members of the OLC Carol Holly 01798 831411 openlearning@lodgehill.org.uk Wed 09 Feb 2:30 PM National Trust Association Lecture Worthing Library BN11 1HD 01903 237164 Sun 13 Feb 2:00 PM Seed Swap, Sowing and Growing Lecture at Old Palace Glebe Road Worthing BN14 7PF 01903 537925

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ASHWOOD

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Interior and Exterior work Painting and Decorating Roofing and Repairs Plumbing Fencing Tiling & Pointing UPVC Gutters, Fascias & Soffits Gutters cleaned Brickwork

FREE ESTIMATES AND ADVICE

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OUTDOOR

BUSINESS

Thu 03 Feb 7:00 PM Charity Greyhound Racing Shake off those winter blues and treat yourself to a good night out. We are offering tables of 4 or 6 in the Skyline Restaurant that gives you a good view of the action whilst enjoying a3 course dinner. Coral Greyhound Stadium Hove BN3 7BZ £19.50 inc 3 Course Dinner John Bayley 01903 740241 jandsbayley@talktalk.net

Sat 12 Feb 7:30 PM ComPassion at Stanmer Join us for an elegant champagne reception and sumptuous light supper. Guests will be spoilt for choice between our popular live samba music from Sambossa and DJ decks in the lobby. An array of superb prizes generously donated by businesses near and far will be on offer at our silent auction.

Stanmer House, Stanmer Park Brighton, East Sussex BN1 9QA £45 includes dinner Tamsyn Arienzo 01273 473771

Tue 15 Feb 6:00 PM Storrington Village Networking A friendly group of local businesses meeting once a month at the White Horse Hotel in Storrington. A free event where you can promote your business and make new contacts.

Open to all businesses from Storrington and the surrounding area. Contact 01903 868474 or email info@sussexlocal.net to book a place or see www.villagenetworking.biz for more information

Mon 07 Feb 7:30 PM Macmillan Film Night Tickets available from Four Seasons Pulborough. At The Village Hall, Pulborough. £5.50 Jenny Kern 01403 782105 carol@sereia.co.uk

HORSE RACING

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Tue 22 Feb 6:30 PM St Wilfrid’s hospice launch This is an evening to promote the work of the hospice and to raise its profile in Arundel. At Arundel Town Hall BN18 9BJ. Free. Jenny Edmonds 01903 884882 jajaedmonds@greenbee.net

Sun 6 Feb 1:00 PM Winter Family Race Day, Bring the family for an exciting afternoon of jump racing at Fontwell Park 01243 543 335 www.fontwellpark.co.uk Sun 27 Feb 1:00 PM Countryside Raceday, at Fontwell Park 01243 543 335 www.fontwellpark.co.uk

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February at The Mill House Ashington DINE AND STAY PACKAGES FROM JUST £95 PER COUPLE 3 COURSES FOR THE PRICE OF 2 AT THE YOKEBOURNE WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY AND FRIDAY EVENINGS For opening hours and menus please see our websites or call one of our team

01903 892 426 www.theyokebourne.com www.millhousehotelashington.com The Mill House Hotel Ashington RH20 3BX - just off the A24

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Conservatories I can remember when the first timber-framed and single-glazed conservatories made their appearance during the 1960s/70s. I still see some – usually in poor condition; the single-glazed roofs have cracked glazing, and timber roof bars are inevitably decayed. Condensation is often a problem, and single-brick thick walls are affected by penetrating dampness. The modern conservatory is quite a different structure and it has become an integral and important part of a family’s living space.

Planning Permission is not usually required for a conservatory on a house or bungalow since this is considered to be “Permitted Development” subject to certain conditions. Separate conditions apply to flats and maisonettes. Whilst Building Regulations are normally required for extensions to a home, conservatories are very often exempt.

Planning regulations were changed on 1st October 2008, and a good guide to the current position can be found on www.planningportal.gov.uk. Look for the mauve button marked “interactive house” (a quarter-way down and two-thirds across the page). Run the mouse over the types of modifications that can be made and the relevant

information will be shown. It’s all very clever!

There are a number of defects that commonly affect conservatories, since the structure is usually built after the original dwelling. It is not unusual to find inadequate stormwater disposal at ground level where paving slabs adjoin the external framework.

If conservatory framework is of timber construction, decay will surely follow. Where the conservatory roof adjoins main walls, a cavity tray should be installed, but this is frequently omitted to save cost and as a consequence moisture can enter the room. Glass roofs can become very dirty, but expensive self-cleaning glass can be installed.

I have also seen a number of roofs where the “pitch” is insufficient to discharge stormwater to the gutters. Ventilation is also an important issue since these rooms can become very hot in the summer. The best structures incorporate electrically operated automatic roof vents.

Chris Ennis FRICS Chartered Surveyor telephone: 01903 261217 or email: surveyor1@talktalk.net

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◊ Specialists in Conservatory Blinds, Awnings and Canopies

◊ Home Visits Available ◊ Manufacturer & Installer of Perfect Fit and Intu Blind Systems (pictured right)

SHOWROOM & WORKSHOP AT: Unit 2 Northbrook Business Park, Northbrook Road, Worthing, BN14 8PN 01903 823 803

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm & Sat 9am-12.30pm

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Local Walks - February 2011 Walking in the glorious Sussex countryside is a hugely enjoyable experience and an excellent way of keeping fit. You don’t need any special equipment and it’s completely free! The walks listed are part of the larger programme of walks offered by Horsham District Council, for further details please contact Jill Shuker on 01403 215269. All walks are led by friendly, trained volunteers - all you have to do is turn up at the stated time and enjoy yourself. Please do check with the organiser for any changes.

Level 1 = Suitable for all even the very unfit and people with limited stamina. No stiles on level 1 walks.

Level 2 = Moderate walking speed, expect stiles and inclines on the route.

Level 3 = Fast steady pace. The route could involve steep inclines, stiles and rutted terrain.

Tuesday 1st

12:00noon

Thursday 3rd

11:00am

Saturday 5th

8:30am

Saturday 5th

2:00pm

Sunday 6th

10:00am

Tuesday 8th

10:00am

Weds 9th

9:45am

Friday 11th

10:30am

Saturday 12th 2:00pm Sunday 13th

10:00am

Tuesday 15th 10:00am Friday 18th

11:00am

Saturday 19th 8:30am Saturday 19th 10:00am Saturday 19th 2:00pm Sunday 20th

10:00am

Monday 21st

10:30am

Weds 23rd

9:45am

Thursday 24th 10:00am Friday 25th

10:00am

Friday 25th

11:00am

Saturday 26th 10:00am Saturday 26th 10:00am Saturday 26th 2:00pm Sunday 27th

10:00am

Monday 28th

10:30am

Conservatory Café, Horsham Park 3.25 miles Bandstand in Horsham Park.

Billingshurst (2) 1.5 miles meet at Billingshurst Library, Mill Lane.

Houghton Forest & Bignor Hill 5.5 miles meet at Whiteways car park.

Cootham 4 miles meet at Glebe Surgery car park Storrington Warminghurst Church 4.7 miles meet at Georges Lane NT car park.

The Labouring Man, Coldwaltham 5 miles meet in lay-by off the A29 south out of Pulborough The Limeburners, Newbridge 8 miles 2 x 4 mile walks St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2 miles St Mary’s Church, The Causeway, Horsham centre.

Under the Downs 3.6 miles meet at Glebe Surgery car park Storrington Wepham Down 6.5 miles meet at Kithurst Hill car park.

Warnham (5) 6.5 miles car park of the Sussex Oak PH (RH12 3QW) Barns Green (1) 2 miles Meet by the Village sign near the Village club.

Washington Common & the Downs 6.5 miles meet at Georges Lane NT car park.

Sidney Wood / Wey & Arun Canal 4.75 miles meet in the Forestry Commission car park (TQ026350) Fryern Park 3 miles meet at Glebe Surgery car park Storrington Thakeham & Jackets Hill 5.5 miles meet at Thakeham Church car park North Heath, Horsham 2 miles Sussex Barn car park off North Heath Lane Serpents Trail, River to Bexley Hill 10 miles No. 1 bus from Pulborough at 9:55am.

West Chiltington 4 - 5 miles car park adjacent to West Chiltington Village Hall.

Leith Hill, Friday Street 5 miles meet at Friday Street car park.

Southwater 2.5 miles park in the Cripplegate Lane car park.

Warnham Nature Reserve 1 – 2 miles meet at the Nature Reserve.

Hilliers GC & Beyond 5.25 miles 2 ½ hours Hilliers Garden Centre car park.

Rackham Hill 2.7 miles meet at Kithurst Hill car park.

Stopham 5 miles meet at Stopham Bridge.

North Heath, Horsham 2 miles Sussex Barn car park off North Heath Lane.

1 ¼ hours Level 2 01403 215269 1 hour Level 1 Jean 01403 786201 2 ¼ hours Level 3 Mick 01903 745971 1 ¾ hours Level 2 Mick 01903 745971 1 ¾ hours Level 3 Mick 01903 745971 Level 2 Irene 01403 783637 Level 3 Mike 07771 821734 1 ½ hours Level 1 Peter T. 01403 260783 1 ¾ hours Level 2 Mick 01903 745971 2 ¾ hours Level 3 Mick 01903 745971 3 ¼ hours Level 2 Tony 01403 269232 1 hour Level 1 Peter A. 01403 741305 2 ¾ hours Level 3 Mick 01903 745971 2 ¼ hours Level 2 Geoff 01403 258180 1 ¼ hours Level 2 Mick 01903 745971 2 ¼ hours Level 3 Mick 01903 745971 1 – 1 ¼ hours Level 1 Ann & John 01403 268885 Level 3 Mike 07771 821734 2 hours Level 2 Sue 01403 255710 2 ½ hours Level 3 Emmy 01403 255517 1 hour Level 1 Pat 01403 240654 1 – 2 hours Level 1 Liz 01403 263920 Level 2 Richard 01403 230293 1 ¼ hours Level 2 Mick 01903 745971 2 hours Level 3 Mick 01903 745971 1 – 1 ¼ hours Level 1 Ann & John 01403 268885

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Three Forts Challenge

Leave your Mark on A Heart

Start your training now; ‘The Tough One’ is back! On Sunday 1st May 2011 the challenging but rewarding Three Forts Challenge will be taking place at the Rotary Playing Fields in Hill Barn Lane, Worthing, and this time they are raising money for Ferring Country Centre.

Brighton based fundraiser, I leave my mark, whose first event on Boxing Day raised over £1,000, is inviting groups and businesses to donate a pound and 'leave their mark on a heart' in support of Winston’s Wish and their work with bereaved children.

Trevor Nash from Horsham Joggers said “‘A superb course with some of the steepest hills and best views of Sussex”. “This is a fantastic event and I would recommend it to anyone… If you’re bored of pounding tarmac – this is a must!” added Ewen Purcell, Worthing District Harriers.

The marathon takes runners through beautiful Sussex countryside, over Devils Dyke, Chanctonbury Ring and Cissbury Ring. Known as ‘The Tough One’, runners are pushed to the extreme with 27 miles of mixed terrain and climbs of 3450 feet. For those who prefer a less demanding challenge, a half marathon will be taking place, as well as a 13 mile walk to Chantonbury Ring and a 5 mile ‘family friendly’ walk to Cissbury Ring.

The event is fully marshalled with refreshments and changing facilities. The event kicks off with the marathon at 10am. The half marathon and walks start at 10.15am. Entry fees are: Marathon/half marathon: £15 for advanced registration (£20 on the day, if available) 13 mile Chanctonbury Ring walk: £10 5 mile ‘family friendly’ Cissbury Ring walk: £6

“This is a fun activity for work and leisure, for friends and families, any group of people, that will make a difference to children’s lives”, says Debbie Brown. “We are inviting the Sussex Community to support local children who have lost a parent or sibling by donating £1 and leave their mark on a heart. We aim to raise £5,000 for the work of Winston’s Wish in Sussex by the end of January”.

The hearts will be displayed at the end of the Brighton Fringe Festival in May in one of the world’s largest collections of fingerprints; a representation of our commitment as a community to the future of our children.

For further information on the 'Leave Your Mark On A Heart' campaign email info@ileavemymark.co.uk. or to donate visit www.ileavemymark.co.uk.

More local events online Events that miss the magazine deadline are listed on our website.

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Family entry for Cissbury Ring walk: £12 Application forms are now available. For more details on how to enter please visit www.threefortschallenge.org.uk.

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Providing Nursing Care for the Elderly

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estling in High Salvington with magnificent views of the south Downs, Country Lodge offers comfortable and homely accommodation for 23 residents. Bedrooms are equipped with a nurse call system, telephone, television and a fully profiling specialist bed.

Our experienced cooks provide excellent, varied menus using quality, fresh ingredients and the friendly atmosphere is enhanced by many regular activities including arts and crafts, games, music and a weekly gentle exercise class. During the summer our spacious garden with its lovely views is well-used and much appreciated by the residents. Dedicated staff are trained to the highest standards and provide the very best levels of care and companionship.

Country Lodge is a ‘home’ with nursing care.

For information, availability and to arrange a visit please contact our Manager Mrs Deborah Spokes on:

01903 830600 Cote Street High Salvington Worthing BN13 3EX www.countrylodgenursing.co.uk enquiries@countrylodgenursing.co.uk Member of The Registered Nursing Home Association and West Sussex Forum

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PRIZE CROSSWORD

Win a £10 Marks and Spencer voucher

Findon February 2011

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Congratulations and thanks to everyone who entered.

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Connoisseurs Club for those who enjoy the finer things in life The Connoisseurs Club focuses on enjoying the best of wine, food and music. We have been pleased with the increase in membership during 2010 and are looking forward to some interesting and enjoyable events in 2011. Our highlights of 2010 included a very enjoyable Thai dinner at Thirteen Church Street; excellent wine dinners at The Old Forge; and a very memorable wine tasting in the grounds of St Mary’s House, Bramber.

Our first event for 2011 will be a Drinks Reception at The Old Forge Wednesday 23rd February 18.30-20.00 £10 pp We look forward to welcoming new members to this event where we will be unveiling our programme for 2011. And don’t forget Connoisseurs Club members enjoy discounts at a number of selected restaurants around Sussex and are automatically members of the European Travelplan Connoisseurs Club with benefits of luxury travel.

Membership Benefits include 5% discount on selected travel booked through European Travelplan Ltd 5% discount on selected restaurants including -The Old Forge, Storrington - Thirteen Church Street, Storrington - Bryces – The Old Schoolhouse, Ockley - Bryces Seafood Brasserie, Worthing - Sylvan Oak, Findon Village - The Star Inn, Alfriston 5% discount on wine purchases from The Old Forge Wine Cellar 5% discount on purchases from The Old Forge delicatessen Regular Wine Offers

MEMBERSHIP of our CONNOISSEURS CLUB costs just £10 per person for two years Please call 01903 745 451 for more details or email connoisseurs@sussexlocal.net

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Recipe

UpsideUpside-down Pear Cake A warming winter treat but made with fruit so counts as one of your ‘five a day’!

Ingredients • • • • • • • • •

1 oz butter 2 eggs, beaten 1 oz soft brown sugar Juice of ½ lemon 3 conference pears, peeled and halved 6 oz self-raising flour 4 oz margarine 4 oz caster sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder

Method Grease the base of a non-stick 8” pan. Pre-heat the oven to 200ºC, gas mark 6.

Melt the butter in a frying pan. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved and beginning to caramelise. Stir in the lemon juice and then add the pear halves. Heat through.

Arrange the pear halves, cut-side down, in the base of the tin and pour over any left-over caramel.

Beat the margarine and sugar together until light and fluffy. Sieve the flour and baking powder together and gradually beat into the creamed mixture. Stir in the beaten eggs to make a batter. Spoon over the pears and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden and risen.

Turn out onto a serving dish and serve with vanilla ice cream or thick whipped cream.

WORTHING Charmandean Centre Tues 10 AM (Forest Road off A27) FINDON All Saints Church Hall Cissbury Drive Tues 7 PM

WORTHING Heene Community Centre Corner Heene/Winchester Road Wed 9.30 AM

Please call Sarah (01903) 218261

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Unit E, Star Road Trading Estate, Star Rd Partridge Green, West Sussex RH13 8RA

01403 710485

www.ovencleaningking.co.uk

Quality Kwik Dry Cleaners be smart and visit us, visit us and be smart

FREE DRY CLEANING FOR NOTHING, ZILCH, GRATIS! Bring in 3 items of clothing and we will clean the 3rd one free!

Valid until 28th February 2011. Terms & conditions apply

We also offer: • Repairs & alterations • Duvet cleaning & laundry • Carpet cleaner hire • Free delivery and collection • Curtain & settee cleaning • Mattress cleaning at your home • Wedding dress cleaning & boxes

01903 692055 Tesco Extra Fulbeck Way Worthing, BN13 3FC

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

8.30 am - 5.30 pm 8.30 am - 5.30 pm 8.30 am - 4.00 pm 8.30 am - 5.30 pm 8.30 am - 5.30 pm 8.30 am - 4.00 pm

We accept all cleaning vouchers

• Professional domestic cleaning services • Personal service • Full range of services provided • One-off specials • Spring cleans (all year!)

• Weekly / bi-weekly complete house cleans • Discounts for senior citizens • No job too small

Call Val at Valley Home Cleaning Services

01903 830 733 or 07919 665250 Email: valleyhcservices@btinternet.com

24 Styling Sussex

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Available now at The Beauty Lounge Findon Village. For more information, or to book your free consultation, call Karen on 08455 194 566 or visit www.tech4beauty.co.uk

off all treatments 30% booked in February 1

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Clive’s Garden Services Fully insured - all estimates free Domestic and Commercial • Grounds Maintenance • Regular Maintenance • Grass Cutting • Hedge Cutting • Garden Clearance • Spring Tidy Ups • Patios, decking & fencing • All Tree work (NPCT qualified) • Specialist in maintaining communal areas (flats etc) •

40 High Street Findon, West Sussex

01903 868 630 / 07855 941 619 www.clivesgardenservices.co.uk

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ASHWOOD TREE SURGERY • All

Aspects of Tree Surgery • Stump Removal • Hedge Trimming & Fencing • Garden Maintenance • NPTC Qualified • £2m Public Liability Insurance • Competitive Rates • Free Estimates and Advice • Covering all of West Sussex 24 HOUR SERVICE

Mob: Tel:

07714 165 171 01903 723 710

GARDENS & AQUATICS Maintenance, Design & Installation Lawn & Hedge Cutting Patios & Driveway Pressure Washing Garden Clearance & Waste Removal Aquariums & Ponds No job too big or too small Fully Insured Urgent jobs, one-offs or regular fixed price service call:

07508 245 400 / 01903 741 273 peter@gardensandaquatics.com

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Business Directory Antiques Traditional French Polishing Antique Preservation Restoration Repairs

To advertise on these pages call 01903 868 474 or email advertise@sussexlocal.net 3cm box £60 + VAT for 6 months

Cleaning Services

Electricians C & C Electrical Services Ltd

01903 236377 07743 528139

Colin Mayo

Professional Cleaning Services for Homes & Businesses Specialising in Computer Keyboards

R.J Maslin ‘THE FORGE’ 81 HIGH STREET WORTHING BN11 1DN

01903 782825

Bathrooms & Plumbing

A STITCH IN TIME Minor repairs and alterations • Free local collection

and delivery • Reasonable rates • Curtains

Call Nick on:

07929 627 541 01903 263 988

Bookkeeping

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‘Part P’ & Fully insured • Large or small jobs

01903 700938 M: 07703 253808 T:

www.c-and-c-electrical.co.uk

01903 620 268 07735 384 062

www.elsonelectrical.co.uk 18 Whylands Crescent Durrington, Worthing

Dog Grooming Kanine Kabin

Specialising in Domestic & Light Commercial Installations NAPIT Part P Approved Domestic Installer 01903 260467 / 07977 658951

Kathie Goodwin-Stevens

NW Bathrooms & Plumbing All domestic plumbing & maintenance Full bathroom installations including tiling No call out charge & free estimates

Any work considered

Clothes Alterations/Repairs

Sussex Coin Company WANTED TO BUY - coins, banknotes, medals, military items & war souvenirs, gold & silver. Open: Mon 9.30-3.30 Tue & Fri 10-1 & 2.15-4.30 & Home visits.

20 New Broadway Tarring Road Worthing 232080 / 07765 700508 sussexcoins@aol.com

QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN

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• Styled to your choice • Han d Strippi ng • Clip ping • Bath ing • Fully Insured

Do Dogg Grooming call Tamsin on

01903 263 112 07981 737 614

ELECTRICIAN PART P - NAPIT Certified • All electrical work & rewiring • Inspection, testing & fault finding • Free estimates - fully insured

www.legrovepropertyandelectrical.com

01903 715 827 / 07889 11 77 19 Fencing

Drainage

Drains, Toilets, Sinks & Sewers unblocked CCTV Surveys / Excavation & Repairs / Root cutting No call out charge 24 hour service - 7 days a week ‘We clear out your drains, not your pockets’

Car Servicing & Repairs

Tel: 01903 892627

LMC Auto Services Servicing and repairs for all vehicles Based in Washington

01903 873303

Financial Advice R F FINANCIAL SERVICES

• • • • •

Cesspit/Septic tank emptying Sewage pump stations / treatment plants Hot/Cold water booster pump sets Borehole pumps Circulators

01903 734 030 www.activepumpservices.co.uk

comprehensive affordable accounting service with no hidden extras

Roger Foregard Sole Practitioner

tel: 01903-751913 fax: 01903-750518 mobile: 07850 - 043944 rjforegard@supanet.com www.rffinancialservices.webs.com

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Painting & Decorating

Business Directory

BRYAN DAWSON

01903 695 674 07845 164 657

To advertise on these pages call 01903 868 474 or send an email to advertise@sussexlocal.net 3cm box is £60 + VAT for 6 month booking price includes artwork.

Fitness / Personal Training Burn fat Lose weight • Achieve a toned fitter body • Improve your mood & self esteem • •

07593 774 784

Contact Arran on or for prices & more information please visit

www.akl-personaltraining.co.uk arran@akl-personaltraining.co.uk

Pest Control

S.A.C Dip FHPT S.A.C Dip FHPP

Foot Health Practitioner 73 Ripley Road Worthing BN11 5NH

01903 600 662

Jewellers & Repairers

Alexander Jewellers Repairs, Gifts & Valuations

SALVINGTON PAINTING SERVICES

JOHN MILLS DECORATING

Harry Jackson Pest Control

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Interior & exterior decorating to a high standard Free estimates & advice Fully insured

Insects, Rodents, Birds

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01903 247775

Call John for quote:

07718 355716

Plumbing & Heating QUALIFIED PLUMBER → → → → →

No call out charge No VAT Fully Insured Free Quotations Trading standards approved

01903 767 099 07905 013 726

The Handyman Guy

Taking Pride ...................................................

anything in and around the house Kitchens, Bathrooms, Tiling, Painting, Decorating, Jet Washing etc ...................................................

Call Craig 0800 840 6211

0 773 332 4 9 4 1

Small, Local Company Including Female Plumbers Gas & Oil Heating Installations Landlords Certificates Serving

C7020

Property Services

www.theh an dyman guy.co.uk

PDQ PLUMBING & HEATING • • • •

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01903 776956 07783 386865

info@hjpestcontrol.co.uk www.hjpestcontrol.co.uk

Foot Health Lindy Hinsley

* Wallpapering * General Repairs and Maintenance * Free Quotations * References Available * All interior/exterior work considered

07906 588 839 07795 096 767 pdqpipework@btconnect.com

R.H PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT & MAINTENANCE All your building requirements in one company Fully insured with 25 years of customer service

Tel 0796 900 8536 www.rhpropertydevelopment.co.uk hayward5@live.co.uk

Findon 01903 872745 Locksmiths Painting, Plastering, Kitchens, Tiling, Decking, Fencing, Sheds + lots more

MASTER LOCKSMITH

Office: 01903 776 877 Mobile: 07966 223 471

& Security Consultant Friendly Service from a Family Firm Free Estimates - Contact Robert

A .I.S. 01903 877 810 LOCSKMITHS LOCSKMITHS

07980 981 901

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M. LINDFIELD LPG and Natural Gas Qualified

Gas Heating Plumbing

Boiler Install, Service and Repairs Fires and Surrounds All plumbing undertaken

07825 234 176 520049 01903 231 283

Property maintenance

Top to Bottom!

Inside and Out! Competitive & Fully insured

Martin & Darren

01903 265 381 07854 318 971

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Satellite & Arials

PAINTING & DECORATING

Satellite & Aerial Installation Service & Repairs

Friendly Helpful, Reliable Service, Free Estimates & Advice Phone Ian: Mobile:

James Catterson 07789 492749

01903 873137 07845 973338

jamesc@bluebottle.com All Systems Covered. No Call Out Fee. Free Quotes. Fully Insured.

BUILDER & HANDYMAN

Tree Surgery

Highly regarded by many customers Door hanging, carpentry, painting, decorating, tiling, paths, patios, walls, gates, low - level guttering etc

KEVIN L. JONES

TREE SURGERY

Reasonable rates, free quotations

Ronald York 01903 268 711

All aspects of tree surgery & hedge cutting. Fully Qualified & Insured.

Roofing

01798 813550 / 07968 858087

STEVE CHISWELL Roofing & Building

SUSSEX TREES & HEDGES

New roofs, Chimney repairs, re-pointing, UPVC fascias/guttering, Flat roofing, Leadwork. Est. 30 years

For all aspects of Tree Surgery

01903 872365 07801 295889

• C o m p l e te Removal

• S t u mp G r i nd i ng • P r u n i ng • H e d ge T r i m m i n g

• C r o w n R ed u ct i o n • D e a d W ood i ng • G a r de n C le a r an c e • F u l l y Q ua l if i ed • Fully Insured

Garry Miller 07786 447 554 sussextrees and hedges@hotmail.co.uk

C & M ROOFING All types of roofing repairs • • •

Roofing re pairs Moss cleaning Flat roof re pairs

01903 218 631 9 - 5 weekdays

07860 202 573 Anytime

YOUNGER ROOFING • • • • • • • •

Flat Roofs Slating /Tiling GRP (fibreglass) UPVC Soffits Fascias Guttering Lead work Free estimates

21

years experience

No VAT

01903 713 423 07984 884 642

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OOF C ARE R Established 25 years • • • • •

FLAT ROOFING RE-ROOFING GUTTERING Call Sam on FASCIAS & SOFFITS LEAD FLASHING 01903 205 461

Free Quotes - Insured

07748 175 546

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£10 aplusmonth VAT Windows

FOUR SEASONS GLAZING LTD WINDOWS , DOORS & CONSERVATORIES

01903 87 11 80 www.fourseasonsglazing.biz

Beauty Therapy Lipastyle The Beauty Lounge Blinds Direct Blinds Business Networking Worthing Business Circle Business Opportunity Elysian Home Parties Car Sales and Service Ashington Automobile Co Car Servicing Keen & Betts Carpets Regency Carpets Cleaners Valley Home Cleaning Services Computer Services The Laptop Workshop Dentures Denture Shop Dry Cleaners Quality Kwik Dry Cleaners Free Range Eggs Nanny Sue's Best Eggs Furniture Restorers Barcombe Wood Finish Ltd 15 Garden Design Gardens & Aquatics Gardeners Clive's Garden Services Grave Care GCF Graves Groundworks Ashford Tompsett Heating and Boiler Engineers B G Boiler Services Hotel/Restaurant The Mill House Hotel Interior Design Anagram Jewellers Whibleys Kitchen Worktops Margrasil UK Ltd Local Services Worthing Samaritans Nursing Home Country Lodge Nursing Care Oven Cleaning Oven Cleaning King Picture Framers Nicholas Gentle Picture Framer Plumber Barry Wincell Plumbing & Heating Property Maintenance Ashwood Property Maintenance Pub/Restaurant The Village House Hotel Slimming Slimming World Findon Solar Energy Speedy Fit Solicitors Bennett Griffin Surveyors Chris Ennis FRICS Tree Surgeon Ashwood Tree Surgery Ben Reilly Tree Surgery Vet Northdale Vets

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