Sussex Local Magazine Findon - September 2019

September 2019

Findon - High Salvington - Salvington - Clapham - Patching Local news and events through the door to 6,200 homes in this area every month

JAMIE’S FARM

FARMING HELPS TROUBLED YOUNGSTERS

WIN TICKETS! Norman Jay “Friendsical”

GARDENS Spring bulbs

HISTORY Snippets of past news

NEWS

Council & Charity

PLUS

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

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September 2019 Welcome...

Cover image Findon Sheep Fair

by Sheila Mills

.....to our September issue.

August was a busy time for us, chiefly due to moving our online What’s On guide to a new system, which, after the inevitable teething issues, we think is now easier to use and a clearer display. Please take a look and let us have any feedback!

A couple of great competitions for you this month. We have tickets to see the legendary DJ Norman Jay MBE playing Worthing, and, fans of Friends should love the hilarious loving parody musical Friendsical, at Worthing Theatres, we have a pair of tickets to give away on page 14.

Why did “Monty” visit Broadwater in 1944?

Valerie answers this and shares other nuggets from the past in a look at snippets of past news on page 15.

If you’ve indulged over the holidays, Heather shares some healthy tips about getting back on track on page 16.

Helping vulnerable children thrive through residential experiences on working farms is the brainchild of Jamie Fielden. Lynn Smith chats to him for our regular charity focus on page 26.

Choosing bulbs in relation to garden design occupies Andrew on page 36, while Chris takes a look at micro homes on page 40.

No schools provided reports this month, but we still have the councils, what’s on and more. Hope you enjoy the read - please call our advertisers when you can.

Kris & Jeff Quote of the month “Hatred, anger and violence can destroy us: the politics of polarization is dangerous” - RAHUL GANDHI, INDIAN POLITICIAN Disclaimer - Whilst advertisements are printed in good faith, Sussex Local (Kay Publishing Ltd) is an independent company and does not endorse products or services that appear in this magazine. Sussex Local cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions or claims made by contributors. Views and opinions of contributors are not necessarily those of the publisher.

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...........................................................................What’s On ....................................Win tickets to see DJ Norman Jay ............Win tickets - “Friendsical” at Worthing Theatres ..............................Local History - Snippets of Past News ....Health & Wellbeing - Get Back on Track after Holiday .......................................................................Local Walks ..............................................Charity & Community News ...........................................Charity Profile - Jamie’s Farm ......Prize Crossword - win a voucher for Gifted Worthing ................................Recipe - Green Bean & Potato Salad .................In Your Garden - Bulbs in your Garden Design ................................The Property Doctor - Micro Homes .............................................Young Readers’ Puzzle Page .......................News from the FVRA and Parish Councils ..........................................Business Directory Classifieds ...........................................................Index of Advertisers Kay Publishing Ltd PO Box 2237 Pulborough RH20 9AH info@sussexlocal.net www.sussexlocal.net

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Norman Jay MBE plays Worthing Legendary ‘Rare Groove’ & ‘Good Times’ DJ! Norman Jay MBE is one of most respected and popular DJs in the world today. Born in Notting Hill, Jay played his first gig aged 8. Influenced by his father’s record collection of blue beat, ska and jazz, by the late 1970s he was considered an emerging authority on contemporary Afro-American music including funk, disco, soul and jazz fusion. Jay subsequently fostered the emerging ‘Rare Groove’ scene, with the best in 70s and 80s grooves and nascent house cuts. Pushing the boundaries of the UK’s emerging club culture he went on to co-found the first ‘Paradise Garage’ style club in Britain, alongside Gilles Peterson.

Throughout the late 80s and 90s, Jay continued to build a reputation as one of the world’s most popular DJs, packing clubs to the rafters wherever he played.

The turn of the century saw Norman Jay assume the role of elder statesman, receiving an MBE from the Queen for services to deejaying and music. Most recently he has taken his legendary Good Times parties to the East of London, sharing the carnival vibes with venues including St John at Hackney Church, Oval Space and Mick’s Garage. His latest compilation ‘Mister Good Times’ released with Sunday Best Recordings captures the true spirit of Good Times. Nomman Jay remains at the forefront of club culture

continually championing new sounds, yet never forgetting his musical roots.

Win tickets to see Norman playing at St Paul’s on Friday 20th September.

For more information visit www.atompromotions.co.uk or www.eventim.co.uk Box office 0844 249 1000

Win a pair of tickets to see Norman Jay MBE To enter the competition answer the question below: What age was Norman when he played his first gig? a) 10 b) 15 c) 8 Send your answer and contact details to: Norman Jay MBE Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/ features/competitions Winner drawn after 20th September 2019. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

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“Friendsical” A musical inspired by “Friends” At Worthing Pavilion Theatre Were You Under Me?’, the gang take on naked Thursdays, a power cut, and a dinosaur convention! What could possibly go wrong?

This is a loving parody not to be confused with the Warner Bros Entertainment Inc. series Friends.

Win a pair of tickets for Worthing Pavilion Theatre on the opening night of Tuesday 1st October, 19:30.

Tickets from £15.00 Box office 01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk/show/friendsical

Enjoy a great night out with this hilarious parody musical inspired by everyone’s favourite 90’s comedy show. Friendsical is an original and unique new parody musical written by Miranda Larson, who was inspired by the gang in Friends, the iconic TV show.

When Ross’s wife leaves him for another woman, he fears he will never find love again. But then Rachael runs back into his life… will he end up with his one true love?

With original new songs such as ‘(He’s her) Lobster’, ‘Richard’s Moustache’ and ‘You’re Over Me, When

Win a pair of tickets to see “Friendsical” the musical To enter the competition answer the question below: What decade did TV comedy show Friends start? a) 80’s b) 90’s c) 70’s Send your answer and contact details to: Friendsical Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/features/ competitions Winner drawn after 23rd September 2019. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

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Snippets of Past News

By Valerie Martin

I will take this as a window of opportunity to mention a few items of some interest (regarding local history) that perhaps you have not heard before...

Desertion by Two Findon Men a notation for the date of 1849 has caught my eye. Life was not easy in the nineteenth-century rural Findon.

"By order of a vestry meeting, the Overseers were to take all practical means of securing the apprehension of a Findon man... he having deserted his child, and left the same chargeable to the Parish of Findon".

New estate arrives in Findon.....Findon had changed a lot since the deaths Albert Senior and Albert Junior of Findon Farm and their farmhouse stood in the centre of the village.

Work had commenced on the building of 107 properties on the 13 acres of their agricultural land between Stable Lane and the Horsham Road in 1961. There was a bungalow as a "show home" for potential buyers.... the cost being £4,750.

The Vestry was also ordered to move a Findon man, his wife and four children back to Findon from Brighton. Findon it appears was their native parish and the family had become chargeable to the Overseers of the Poor at Brighthelmstone (Brighton).

Stove to warm the congregation (and the Vicar) In 1851 a meeting was held to discuss the raising of funds to maintain the stove in St. John the Baptist Church. The vicar at this time being the Reverend George Booth. A sum of £5 was required.

Monty On 23rd May 1944, General Sir Bernard Montgomery (who had been appointed Commander-inChief Land Forces for the invasion of Europe) visited the 4th Armoured Brigade and addressed them on Broadwater Green just to the south of Findon. Yes, Monty. It was not until many years later it was revealed that it was not the famous general at all.

This is the construction site of houses in progress in the Beech Road area on the old Findon Farm agricultural land in the 1960s.

The Horsham Road can be seen running left to right and Rose Cottage is easily recognisable. Church Hill is the backcloth.

The Willows development was destined to be built on the once farmyard site, whilst the actual Findon Farmhouse was eventually modernised and converted into a private dwelling.

The houses had not been costed at this time. It was estimated "the price as between £5,000. and £6,000. Each unit would be complete in itself, with gas or electric cooking optional. Clothes driers and waste disposal units are included and television aerials would be inside the roof; the heating system would not require a chimney".

It was, in fact, his "double" (a junior officer and former Worthing actor named Mr. M. E. Clifton James!) This "double" was officially used for "Monty public appearances" on several strategically chosen locations as a way of misleading the Germans over the timing and location of the D-Day assault.

Spot the difference The one on the right is the genuine Monty. The one on the left is Mr. M. E. Clifton James.

At this date it was also said that "the housing was not planned intentionally for young families”, whereupon it was suggested that the developers were perpetuating the idea of a population of over 60s.

The original plans above showed "16 housing units, the Farm Hotel (originally Findon Farmhouse) being converted into a house, flat and shop, which will preferably be leased to a chemist".

As I did not live in the village in those days I do not know if the shop became a pharmacy or not? If you know please do contact Valerie via info@sussexlocal.net

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Tips for getting back on track after holiday

By Heather Smith For many, myself included, it is difficult to simply switch off the habits we create on holiday. But, needs must, and when we get home to hear what our impolite scales have to say about our holiday, we realise our focus needs to turn more towards health again.

Here are my top tips for getting back on course when you return.

When you’ve got the feeling that you’re ready to make a fresh start, its easy to think you’ll be able to get up half an hour earlier every day, or that you’ll feel inspired to cook a new recipe every night. But remember, consistency is key. Only commit to what you are certain you can do every single week without fail, regardless of what else is going on.

Shift your focus, make things positive and they will be easier to keep in place for the long term. Focus on what delicious meals you can make, rather than the foods you’re avoiding. Focus on getting better at whatever

exercise you’ve chosen to do, rather than beating yourself through with the sole purpose of losing weight.

People who get less good quality sleep start the day with higher blood sugar levels, crave more sugar, and overall eat more calories.

Wind down for bed - turn screens off by 9pm, read a book or have a soak in the bath, then get into bed.

This will help your body produce melatonin which will help you nod off more easily and stay asleep.

Although you do need a calorie deficit if you're trying to lose weight, don't just play the numbers game.

Particularly at the beginning of your journey, you'll often find that eating the same amount of calories across three meals rather than drip feeding them throughout the day has a big difference on the way your body responds.

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

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DURRINGTON St

Symphorians Church Hall, New Road Mon 9.30 AM

WORTHING Charmandean Centre

Tues 9.30 AM & 11.30 AM (Forest Road off A27)

FINDON All Saints Church Hall Cissbury Drive Tues 7 PM

WORTHING Emmanuel Church Hall Heene Road Entrance Wed 9.30 AM

Sarah: 01903 218261 / 07769 611034

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Local Walks - September All walks are led by friendly, trained volunteers - please do check with the leaders named below for full details and for any last minute changes.

Health walks are 30 – 90 minutes, supported by Walking for Health & Horsham District Council (HDS). Level 2 & Level 3 are more challenging, for fitter walkers, supported by HDC. Sun 1 10:00am Roundabout West Chiltington 3.8 miles 1 hr 45 mins Level 2 Meet at West Chiltington Village Hall, RH20 2PZ. A lovely varied walk around West Chiltington. Dogs welcome, refreshments provided.

Mick 01903 745971 Tue 3 9:30am Buchan Country Park (2) 3 miles 1 hr Level 2 Meet in the car park off Horsham Road (A2220), RH11 9HQ, on the Crawley to Horsham side of the dual carriageway. No dogs.

Emmy 01403 255517 Wed 4 7:00pm Ron’s Evening Walks 5-6 miles 3 hrs Level 3 For experienced walkers over difficult terrain. Very social walk that usually ending in a pub. You WILL be walking in the dark, bring good torch. Dogs allowed.

Ron 07933 106663 Thu 5 10:00am Warninglid - Crabtree Lakes 5.8 miles 2 hrs 45 mins Level 3 Meet in the pub car park at the Warninglid cross roads (RH17 5TR, TQ250260). No stiles but a few short steep slopes and gradual inclines. Can be muddy in places. No dogs.

Geoff 01403 258180 Fri 6 11:00am Barns Green 2 miles 60 mins Health Meet in new car park above the Village Hall, enter by way of the car park outside the Village Hall which is marked by yellow road markings RH13 0PT. Well behaved dogs welcome.

Chatter 07720 714306 Sat 7 2:00pm Thakeham & Jackets Hill 5.5 miles 2 hrs 15 mins Level 3 Meet at Thakeham Church car park (TQ 110173). A circular walk offering superb views of the South Downs and Chanctonbury. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided.

Mick 01903 745971 Sun 8 10:00am Sullington Hill 5 miles 2 hrs Level 3 Meet at Storrington Rec Car Park, RH20 4BG. Steep Hill, dogs welcome/refreshments provided Mick 01903 745971 Wed 11 10:00am Henfield Byways 2-3 miles 1 hr Health Meet Henfield Library, High Street, BN5 9HN. May be extended if walkers wish to walk further. No dogs.

Anne 01273 493671 Fri 13 11:00am Southwater (1) 2.6 miles 75 mins Health Meet in the Visitor Centre car park of the Country Park, (off Cripplegate Lane, RH13 7UN). Sorry no dogs. £1.50 parking charge at the Country Park Alex 01403 273751 Sat 14 2:00pm Wiggonholt Common and Parham Park 5.2 miles 2 hrs Level 3 Meet in the RSPB Wiggonholt Overflow Car Park, RH20 2EL. Dogs welcome, refreshments provided.

Mick 01903 745971 Sun 15 10:00am Washington and Findon Valley 6.5 miles 2 hrs 45 mins Level 3 Meet at Washington Southdowns Way car park (TQ120119). Returns via Chanctonbury Ring. Car park is just before Washington Borstal joins A24. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided. Mick 01903 745971 Tue 17 11:00am Health Centre, Steyning 2 miles 75 mins Health Meet at Steyning Health Centre, Tanyard Lane, BN44 3RJ Some inclines, one stile, Ann 01903 297553 Sat 21 2:00pm Sullington Church 3.3 miles 1.5 hrs Level 2 Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground Car Park, RH20 4BG. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided.

Mick 01903 745971 Sun 22 10:00am Houghton 4.4 miles 2 hrs 15 mins Level 3 Meet at the car park just off Whiteways roundabout BN18 9FD. Dogs welcome. Mick 01903 745971 Wed 25 10:00am Irene’s All Day Walk 10+ miles 4+ hrs Level 3 Please phone Irene for details before 8:30am Irene 01403 783637 / 07790 420752 Sun 28 2:00pm Parham Glider Field 3.6 miles 1 hr 45 mins Level 2 Meet at Storrington Rec Car Park, RH20 4BG. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided.

Mick 01903 745971 Mon 30 10:30am Rusper Round 3 miles 1.5 hrs Level 2 Meet at car park next to church in High St, Rusper, RH12 4PX. Sorry, no dogs. Jill 07780 701184

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Sussex Snippets

A small group is trying to get a memorial sited to honour the aircraft and crew that crashed near Chatteris, Cambridgeshire. One of the aircrew they will be remembering is Sgt Ronald Williams who came from Northiam, Sussex and was on a training flight in a Miles Master which crashed on 2nd February 1943. The group would love to hear from relatives or anyone who knew this man so that they can get more information for a booklet that will be published in support of the Memorial. If you have any information, visit www.facebook.com and search for ‘RAF Memorial Chatteris Group.’

Dementia Support has launched ‘The Wayfinder Appeal’ to fund more personal advisors and lifechanging dementia support services, to enable the charity to reach more families in Sussex. To help raise the £1 million urgently needed for this unique, local and essential charity appeal, you can donate at www.dementia-support.org.uk Sussex Wildlife Trust’s annual photography competition is open for entries, including a £100 cash prize.

Submit your local wildlife photography showing the beautifully vibrant and varied nature of Sussex to sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/discover/photo-competition South Downs Writer in Residence Sara Clifford has spent the last few months chatting to over 500 peo-

ple across the Downs and has now weaved all the stories she gathered into a one person show, Cherry Soup. The show will be performed in nine different locations across the South Downs in September.

Venue information and tour dates can be found on www.sussexlocal.net/cherry-soup Ash Dieback has already been discovered in some trees in West Sussex meaning almost 20 per cent of the entire woodland covering is at risk. The disease, which is spreading across Europe, is presently incurable meaning Ash–the most common tree in West Sussex, could disappear from the landscape forever.

Adur and Worthing’s parks team is carrying out an urgent study of the extent of the problem in two areas, The Gallops in Worthing and Lancing Ring in Adur. If you are concerned about an ash tree, email : environmentalservices@adur-worthing.gov.uk West Sussex is missing out on a massive 22,000 tonnes a year of recycling. To highlight the issue WSCC have produced a video. To watch the video, find out more about the campaign and explore what can and can’t be recycled in West Sussex see: www.thinkbeforeyouthrow.co.uk Development work has started on the restoration of Stanmer Park’s historic Walled Garden as part of a major project to restore Brighton’s largest park and a gateway to the South Downs National Park. The £5.1 million project will see the area transformed into an attractive formal garden with a new café, shop and opportunities for horticultural teaching.

The first Sussex Police Anti Social Behaviour (ASB) Public Awareness Campaign was recently launched.

This recognises ASB as a societal problem which requires a robust partnership approach and positive policing. The local Crime Commissioner wants local residents to be reassured that Sussex Police is taking ASB seriously and acknowledging the negative and cumulative effect that it has on our communities.

West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service is calling on those who drive for work, managers and business owners to help reduce risk on the road after 680 collisions occurred on local roads last year where 9 people sadly died, and 137 were seriously injured. More information on staying safe and other resources can be found by visiting www.drivingforbetterbusiness.com.

More than 1,700 people came to the Wild Chalk event at East Brighton Park to learn more about the local chalk grasslands. Events staff handed out dozens of “Bee Bombs” – packs of wildflower seeds – to people to help support pollinators in their gardens as part of the National Park’s “Bee Lines” campaign.

September will see a celebration of England’s wonderful history and culture for the annual Heritage Open Days. A number of events are taking place in the National Park, including a Heritage Weekend in Petworth. The project has received grant funding from the Authority’s Sustainable Communities Fund. For further details on Heritage Open Days and to find out more about events in your local area, go to: www.heritageopendays.org.uk/visiting

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Planning for Dementia Woodlands, is a long and well established care home for the elderly, near the beach in a quiet residential area of Littlehampton.

We are proud of our five good stars from CQC due to the outstanding consistent efforts of its staff, one celebrating 30 years service at Woodlands this year! We believe that consistent staff is key to the happiness of our residents.

ROOM AVAILABLE NOW!

Residents at Woodlands have choices that they are capable of making NOW – not tomorrow. By this I don’t just mean lunch or tea in the garden. Occasionally residents might prefer to be quiet in their own rooms, where they can have their meals, enjoy their own company or their visitors. Each resident is invited to join an activity or just observe. It could be skittles, exercise, dancing, visiting entertainers, animals or a game. It might involve a few, or be on a one to one basis, but the choice is now… because this may be the only way they think.

So, we relax and make the best of every day. Our endeavour is to “let every resident be the best they can be”! At the same time maintaining all the high standards set, not only by the authorities but our own ethos of care for both our residents and our staff. And it is this that makes Woodlands different from most care homes.

If you are thinking of professional care for a loved one now or in the future, consider Woodlands House, a small luxury family-run care home. CQC 5 STARS rated.

VISIT us and you will know what you are looking for when you have to choose!

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

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Findon Sheep Fair The festivities of Findon’s popular sheep fair and village festival return to Nepcote Green in Findon Village on Friday 13th September with a funfair on the green and family barn dance in the marquee. The entertainment continues on Saturday 14th September from 10.30am with delicious food stalls, local produce, sheep shearing, falconry, sheepdog demonstrations and more. To end the weekend, enjoy a family picnic on the green with Songs of Praise from 2:45pm on Sunday 15th September. For a full programme of events, see www.findonsheepfair.com

enjoy free entry, a great choice of local beers and ciders, a delicious BBQ, and live music in the evening with “The Majors”. The festival is open from 6pm on Friday and from 12pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Free PSA testing in Worthing Worthing Lions and PCaSO (Prostate Cancer Support Organisation) are offering free PSA testing for men aged between 45 and 80 on 7th September 2019 at Methold House, Guild Care Centre in Worthing. PSA stands for Prostate Specific Antigen, it is a simple blood test that measures the amount of antigen, produced by the prostate, entering the blood. It is not a direct test for cancer, a moderately raised reading can be an indicator of a prostate problem, a high reading should trigger further tests to determine if there is a need for any treatment. Booking is available by phone 0845 650 2555 or online at: www.psatesting.org/worthing

Local parks receive Green Flag The Fair at Findon © Peter Jeffery

Steyning District beer festival Adur and Riverside Breweries are co-hosting the 5th annual Steyning Beer Festival at Steyning Cricket Club House from 20th-22nd September. Visitors can

Five parks in Adur and Worthing have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag for demonstrating high environmental standards and beautiful maintenance.

In Worthing, Highdown Gardens, Field Place and Marine Gardens were awarded the Keep Britain Tidy charity gold standard award, alongside Lancing Manor Park in Adur. For the first time, Buckingham Park in Shoreham also made the list.

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Turning Tides go the distance

Turning Tides returns on Sunday 22nd September with their popular Go the Distance event, where walkers, joggers and runners complete a 5km or 10km route along Worthing Promenade in aid of Turning Tides, whose mission is to end local homelessness. This year, Turning Tides are hoping to double the number of participants and reach over £8,000 in funds raised. To be a part of this community event and show you’re willing to Go the Distance to end local homelessness sign up at www.gtd19.eventbrite.co.uk

Worthing conductor awarded British Empire Medal

Worthing Symphony Orchestra’s conductor, John Gibbons, was recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours last month. John received a British Empire Medal after having conducted over forty acclaimed John Gibbons opera productions, including an array of Italian operas at Opera Holland Park and has been principal conductor of West Sussex’s professional orchestra – Worthing Symphony Orchestra –

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for more than two decades. Commenting on his award, John said "I was quite overwhelmed to receive the news of the award - not in my wildest imagination had I ever thought that such an honour would be bestowed upon me.”

Dementia friendly parking A car park in Worthing has become the first in the South East to feature dementia friendly car parking spaces. To make it easier for those with the condition to navigate to and from their vehicles, two dedicated bays in Buckingham Road car park now feature highly visible markings and crystal clear signage. These were installed by Sussex Sign Company.

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No cash in the bank of mum & dad?

By Richard Cohen FPFS ACII MCSI Chartered Financial Planner Mortgage availability has improved since the depths of the global financial crisis ten years ago. However, to benefit from an affordable interest rate most lenders still require deposits of 20% or more. This has put home ownership out of reach for millions of first-time buyers. Many of those who are able to buy can only do so with the help of parents, with £6 billion gifted by parents to help with purchases last year. Increasingly, parents without liquid assets are using the equity release to help their children buy.

Equity Release is usually done by way of a lifetime mortgage, whereby the interest “rolls up” increasing the balance each year. At current interest rates this means the amount owed doubles every 15-20 years (the nature of compound interest means a small variation in the rate can have a huge effect on the eventual balance). However, as you continue to own your own home and benefit from any increase in price it helps to soften the blow. For example, I recently advised a couple in their 60s who wanted to give their two children £50,000 each as a deposit. Their home was worth £500,000 so they were able to borrow at an interest rate of 3.5%, fixed for life. In 20 years, the outstanding debt will be approximately £200,000.

House prices would only need to increase by an average of 0.9% each year to maintain £500,000 of equity in the property.

The children had different incomes, meaning one was able to buy a flat for £170,000 and the other a house at £280,000. They both benefitted from considerably lower interest rates than they would have got without the gift and the parents are delighted that they have the home back to themselves! The parents retain the right to live in the property for the whole of their lives, with the mortgage being repayable on the second of them permanently vacating the property through either death or moving into long term care.

It is essential to get advice about the legal and tax implications when gifting money as well as using an expert to research the market for an appropriate solution for your needs.

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

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26 Charity Profile

Jamie’s Farm Helping Children Thrive through Farming, Family & Therapy

By Lynn Smith Jamie Feilden Founder and CEO of Jamie’s Farm, believes that social and academic exclusion is one of the most pressing issues facing young people and society today. Jamie’s Farm provides a preventative solution to this problem, through a unique provision of ‘Farming, Family, Therapy, Legacy,’ provided by a residential and follow-up programme.

Jamie’s Farm works with schools and other organisations to target some of the most vulnerable, and often by definition this means the most at-risk young people across England and Wales. Now the organisation has brought its unique provision to East Sussex, opening its fourth Jamie’s Farm in Plumpton, Lewes.

When I speak to Jamie Feilden he tells me that he is, “Really excited to be in the area and looking for opportunities to be involved with local people.”

Back in 2005, Jamie was teaching in a state school when the idea of enabling disadvantaged young people to thrive through residential experiences on working farms took hold. At the time Jamie was teaching at an inner city school in Croydon - an experience he describes as “profound and challenging” - and found

himself working with children who exhibited poor behaviours and a lack of engagement. Having grown up on a small farm near Bath, Jamie had brought some of his own lambs into the school for the children to look after, and realised that the children who benefited most from being given the responsibility and care of the animals were those children who had most difficulty focussing and engaging in school.

Jamie felt that the sort of experiences he had gained growing up on a farm could benefit some of the children he was now teaching and so Jamie and his mother, a trained psychotherapist, came up with the idea of combining farming, family and therapy to be provided in week long visits to the family farm. Jamie says that growing up his experiences were physical – lifting hay bales, chopping logs - and he felt that showing the children what hard work felt like and the sense of achievement and satisfaction it could bring would have a positive impact.

The first group to visit the farm were seven children from Jamie’s school in Croydon, they spent five days on the farm – as do all of the school groups – and Jamie’s beliefs were proven by what he describes as “amazing achievements.” From the outset he witnessed better relationships with teachers, “As they work alongside each other both teachers and pupils

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28 Charity Profile L-R Jamie Feilden (CEO and Founder) Iain Nicol (CEO of SEAS) Carole Haywards (SEAS VP) and Sir Richard Kleinwort (SEAS President) (c) Beth Mercer Photography

are working outside of their comfort zones and see each other in a different light.”

From that first visit it became clear that the combination of farming, a framework of family support and therapy worked and Jamie then piloted the scheme with, “… three to four groups a year to get going and prove that we had something.”

By 2008 Jamie had left teaching to work on Jamie’s Farm full time, two more farms followed – in Hereford and Monmouth - before the Lewes farm was launched; thanks to an insistent supporter, who was keen to have Jamie’s Farm in East Sussex, where he believed there were great opportunities and an important catchment that could benefit from working with the organisation. Fortunately, Jamie was able to lease a farm in Plumpton and Jamie’s Farm Lewes welcomed its first group in March of this year.

Jamie says that the charity’s model works because it takes the children “ ...out of the city so that they can reflect on their situations,” and shows them, “what hard work and achievement feels like and what being part of a supportive family for a week feels like … and gives them time to reflect.”

When I ask about the possible perils of having a group of lively, potentially disruptive, children on a farm, with livestock and farm machinery, Jamie tells me that each farm has a core team of five to six “very skilled and well trained members of staff,” with a couple of part-time workers, and operates “strong risk assessments,” and that in addition each school group is accompanied by two or three members of staff. Each farm is, Jamie explains, “a proper working farm” that must, not only, be self-sufficient but is also expected to generate income for the charity.

The Lewes farm has breeding ewes, cattle and pigs and so far thirteen different groups have visited, four of whom are from East Sussex, and the organisation is “excited about being part of the Sussex community”

A community that has, so far, been very receptive to the organisation and Jamie is hopeful that the community will offer plenty of fundraising opportunities. Essential as a group of 10-12 children visiting a farm for five days costs around £13,000.

The visiting school or organisation pays fifty percent of the cost of its groups’ stay with the remainder being met by the charity itself. Jamie tells me that funds come from trusts and foundations, and from fundraising efforts. The charity received a boost when it was named South of England Agricultural Society’s (SEAS) Charity of the Year 2019, which Jamie describes as, “A great way to increase our profile and meet our supporters.”

Ever enterprising, Jamie’s Farms has found another way to generate income, letting the farmhouses at weekends through Air BnB. Offering individuals the opportunity to not only recharge their own batteries by spending time in beautiful places and staying on a working farm, but to contribute to a worthwhile enterprise – a weekend break with a real feel-good factor.

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30 Charity Profile / Finance of people who (upon hearing the story) have jumped in and offered help.” But he also has plans for further expansion. Jamie’s long-term hope is for a Jamie’s Farm further north, and he is looking at a farm at the southern end of the Peak District.

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Jamie explains how powerful it can be to see how receptive children are to the experience, how they can reframe themselves in a very positive way, thrive on their time at the farms and continue to do so once they leave. Statistics provided by the charity states that, “66 percent of children displayed improved engagement six months after visiting.” He also tells me of teachers who say that at the beginning of the week they wouldn’t have taken a particular child “as far as the bus stop,” but who are delighted and amazed at how that child responds to life on the farm.

Like most charities, Jamie’s Farm works with volunteers, but as well as people to help with events and fundraising, the charity is also looking for volunteers who are willing to share specific skills with the children.

Jamie tells me that in the past they have had people skilled in carpentry, gardening and cooking come to pass on their knowledge. Volunteering opportunities can be found on the website and via newsletters.

Jamie’s Farm Lewes Contact: 01225 743 608 email info@jamiesfarm.org.uk

Jamie says that the charity’s current focus is on making the Sussex farm a success, raising the farm’s profile further by meeting people and telling them the story. The charity has “been blessed with the number

Allington Farm, Allington Lane, Lewes, BN7 3QL Tel: 01273 471177 www.jamiesfarm.org.uk

Time To Review Your Later Life Plans

By Emma Wells MIPW Will Writer During the last decade the following things have happened in my familyOne Alzheimer’s diagnosis, two cancer diagnoses, four marriages, one divorce, seven house sales, one new business, three deaths and six births.

If the last decade of your family’s life looks even a tiny bit like mine then it’s time to review your Will and if you haven’t yet made one, it goes without saying that you really do need to.

Any big life event should prompt you into reviewing your Will as should any change in your financial circumstances. The process with Nsure is very straightforward and whilst I understand that talking all things death probably doesn’t excite you, the overwhelming consensus from the clients that have used our estate planning service is that the experience was actually painless and always put their minds at rest.

The other things that you really need to consider arranging are both Health and Welfare and Property and Finance Lasting Powers of Attorney, just in case you are the one in four of us who loses capacity

during your lifetime.

People often tell me that they don’t think they need to do this just yet, but when everything is fine is exactly when you should be getting your affairs in order, as there may come a time when you could do without the added pressure of needing to meet with someone like me or worse still you miss the boat and it’s too late.

Thank you to those of you who came to our estate planning seminar in June, many of you have since met with me and made your Wills and arranged your LPAs which is great. Those of you who couldn’t make the last seminar can book to attend the forthcoming one on Tuesday 1st October at 3pm where my colleagues and I will be talking about Wills, LPAs and inheritance tax planning.

If you would like to arrange a meeting with me or if you would like any more information please do get in touch on 01903 821010 or via email Emma.wells@nsure.co.uk.

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34 Recipe

Green Bean & New Potato Salad with Tangy Soy Dressing

A delicious starter or side dish Ingredients - Serves 4 500g new potatoes, halved 300g Green beans, trimmed 100g chestnut mushrooms, thinly sliced 20g chives, chopped 5 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger 1 tbsp honey 1 garlic clove, crushed 2 tbsp lemon juice 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Method 1. Boil the potatoes in salted water for 15 minutes (or until a fork can pierce the potato easily), once you have 5 minutes cooking time remaining on the potatoes add the green beans to the water 2. Thoroughly drain the potatoes and beans and tip into a bowl with the mushrooms and chives

3. Mix in a jar all the remaining ingredients and shake well. Pour the dressing over the potato salad.

Serve hot or cold.

In the photo Hollie has accompanied her potato salad with garlic chicken from Village Larder’s award winning butcher’s meat range.

Recipe kindly supplied by Hollie from Village Larder, Squires Garden Centre Washington. All ingredients available from Village Larder.

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In Your Garden Monthly gardening ideas and tasks

by Andrew Staib, Principal Designer of Glorious Gardens Bulbs in your Garden Design One Plan for an amazing Spring now! Now is the time to plant Bulbs! Nothing heralds Spring with greater brass band fanfare than bulbs. Just when you thought the world would never again turn to the sunnier side of the universe, out come the bulbs. Most try to get up and out into the light before the trees have come into leaf so you can make maximum advantage of this by trying to plant bulbs in combination with other ones. This year why not be a bit bolder in your choice of bulbs and the amount you plant. Below are some tips on what and where to plant this month.

Planting in Woodland Look around and see if you have any shady areas under trees. Bulbs love this space as it is free from footfall, the trees are not yet into leaf so there is plenty of light and there is reduced chance of being waterlogged.

Choose natural colonisers like Daffodils, Crocus, English Bluebells, Snowdrops and Grape Miscari. They will multiply year upon year and make the shady area the great focal point of Spring’s arrival. Also think about large swathes of Anemone blanda as it will spread and be with you forever.

Lawn It is not fashionable these days but why not plant up a large area of your lawn with Crocuses. They will delight you when they push up through the grass and in the 70’s colour scheme of purples, whites and yellows and they are easily mown over once they have wilted away. You could also collect saffron which are the red stamens inside the flower!

Meadow If you have a meadow section of your garden Fritillaria meleagris is an endangered species in Europe so why not plant these chequerboard patterned beauties amongst your daffodils.

Pots Now is the time to cram your pots with tulips. Tulips are a living meditation on impermanence as most don’t come back the following year- so a few weeks of display and that’s it. But what a way to awaken colour in your garden. If you have a very sheltered and hot spot try Freesia - their scent will intoxicate you.

Plant in big groups Don’t be tempted to buy 5 of these and 6 of those. If you want maximum impact buy in bulk. It is cheaper

and the different between 20 daffodils and 200 creates a completely different effect. Even in big pots go for 12-15 tulips rather than a few. And if you are planting them in borders it is better to have three clumps of 15 than 45 bulbs dotted about the place looking lonely.

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coming up all the way through the year as if they are passing the baton to each other. For example you can buy Very Early, Early, Mid and Late flowering Tulips and Daffodils. Also you can factor in the corm families as well with Agapanths, Cannas and Irises as well as Dahlias. There are also Crinums for the end of summer, bright pink Nerines and Cyclamen hederifolium for Autumn as well as autumn flowering Colchicums with their ghostly translucent hue.

Planting Advice

Bulb Combinations

The packet that the bulbs arrive in will normally tell you the depth and spacing for planting up. If you are planting in clumps, dig a whole section of the bed about 40cm in diameter rather than try to plant them individually. Bulbs as a rule need very well drained soil so if you are in a lot of clay, really prepare the soil well with grit and organic improver and even then you will have to experiment with what survives.

Try these; Agapanthas and Wild Garlic, large pale pink Hyacinths with the pale blue of Miscarri Baby’s Breath, Tete-a-Tete Narcissi with Fritillaria. Also look at the maximum and minimum heights of your borders and position accordingly, eg Allium altissima at 1.5m and Allium Christophii at 35cm Successional planting Make a column where you make sure you have bulbs

Taking Care If you have planted in pots make sure they don’t dry out which is possible if we have a dry Autumn or Winter.

Bulbs like a mulch feed whether in pots or in the open ground so this can be done now after you have

Plant in amongst other plants You can plant your bulbs in amongst evergreen ground cover which doubles the use of the space and also hides the foliage once the bulbs have finished.

Try planting in amongst an area of Periwinkle, Ajuga, Violets or even Ivy.

38 Gardening planted them. If you deadhead the old flowers once they have finished then you will stop the plant having to produce seeds which can weaken it. Most people though like to leave the old seed heads of Alliums to dry out as they look very sculptural over the Summer and Autumn. Lastly if you leave the foliage to die back naturally then more of the energy of the plant can return to the bulb increasing its health.

Where to go in September This is your very last chance to see Chiltern Lodge this year. An exquisite garden developed by Lady Collum for over 40 years, it features a series of interlocking room, each one with a different purpose plus a "feel-a- herb" garden, pool room, water rill room and classical sandstone summer house. The garden is lovingly tended with an eye for detail and simple colour palettes. It is open to the public just a few days of the year so put a date in your diary now. Also put Sheffield Park in your diary for its dazzling autumnal displays of mature trees.

Correction for August article In the History part of the St Mary's House article "The pilgrims were on their way to Canterbury Cathedral to worship the shrine of Thomas Becket" This should have been "to worship at the shrine of Thomas Becket" Andrew apologies for the mistake and thank you to our reader from Findon Valley for pointing this out.

September tasks  Pinch out your tomatoes and sow new rills of lettace, radishes and spinach  Keep up the watering. For years now we have been having sunny and dry Septembers  Top up the mulch to retain moisture and keep weeds down (don’t forget they kept on growing until Christmas last year!)  Prune the bigger shrubs that have finished flowering like Wygelia, Philadelpus, and Sprireacut out the old flowering wood back to new growth that next year’s flowers will bloom from.

A harder cut of the Wysteria can wait till January.  Mow your lawn on a higher setting to keep moisture in the grass to help mitigate against summer browning in dry spells  Plan where you want your bulbs to come out in Spring. You can order them now for planting in November.

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Paws for thought Having a bad ear day?

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affect the defensive barrier. Occasionally active dogs will have a grass seed that can lodge into and migrate within the canal causing acute pain and inflammation. Also, secondary infections from yeast and bacteria soon set themselves up in the ear canal.

If your dog’s constantly shaking, scratching, or rubbing its head they may have a soar ear.

As well as inflamed, itchy and painful ears you may see your dog rubbing their head on the floor and shaking their head.

Ear disease is annoying for both the owner and pet alike Dr Julian Hoad since it causes a painful, irritating, itchy, malodorous ear. It’s no wonder that it is one of the most common complaints when seeking veterinary advice and also one of the most frustrating to treat.

Treatment is based on keeping the ear relatively wax free and dry. Changing the canal to a more acidic environment with specific astringent cleaners, using anti-fungal, anti-bacterial medications and ensuring adequate air flow are the suggested treatments. In severe cases gentle ear flushing under a general anaesthetic is needed to remove debris deep inside the canal without compromising the ear drum.

The external ear canal of a dog comes in a myriad of shapes and sizes due to decades of selective breeding. For the most part a dog’s ear canal is an L shaped tube lined with special skin cells that secrete a waxy material designed to protect the ear against moisture and infection. At one end of the tube is a fragile thin membrane protecting the middle ear called the tympanic membrane, commonly known as the ear drum. Problems will arise when this defensive barrier is abnormal. Whether they are too narrow or very hairy, both irregularities can block air flow and cause moisture retention. Underlying skin conditions such as allergies and over production of wax can also

An important point to note is that ear problems can potentially return so owners must be vigilant with all medications and future monitoring for recurrence is essential.

Foreign bodies such as grass seeds must be gently removed but seek veterinary help with these since the ear drum is a delicate structure and your vet will have special instruments to aid in seeing and retrieving the material safely.

Crossways Veterinary Group, School Hill, Storrington, 01903 743040 www.crosswaysvets.co.uk

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Micro homes

By Chris Ennis FRICS A micro home is a small, self-contained residential accommodation unit typically less than 37 square metres in size. Very often such residential units are arranged as studio apartments, and they offer very acceptable compact one person facilities. There are many such properties in the area, and following the relaxation of some planning regulations, there are likely to be many more.

The average size of a UK home is 76 square metres, but in Europe the average size is almost double. The smallest UK unit that I have unearthed is 8 metres in size, and that is about the size of a standard UK parking space. A standard ‘Travel lodge’ room is approximately 28 square metres. A good example of compact attractive living can be seen at the Southampton IKEA store where they have constructed a ‘show flat’.

There are many reasons why compact accommodation is so popular, including reduced cost of purchase, low upkeep costs, insurance and council tax.

In addition, the demand for single person occupancy is rising with offspring eager to live independent lives, divorce etc. A micro home is a good way to get a foot on the property ladder and is likely to remain readily lettable as an investment.

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In 2013 the Government introduced ‘permitted development rights’ which allowed property developers to convert offices and some other commercial users into flats without submitting a formal planning application. The properties still had to comply with building regulations of course. In Durrington there are at least two one-time large office buildings now in the course of conversion.

Micro homes are mortgageable, subject to the particular requirements of the lending institution and the normal valuation process.

In my opinion smaller homes are likely to become more popular as property prices rise, and the pattern of family living changes with modern technologies.

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

“Call me before you buy your dream home”

To make sure your dream home doesn’t hide any nasty surprises!

Shockingly, many people do not obtain a professional survey before buying a house. This can result in future misery and thousands of pounds of repair work.

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.

Chris Ennis FRICS 01903 261 217 07703 131 686 www.propdoctor.co.uk

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44 Finance

Have you recently sold a property or business?

By Ivan Lyons, MD Investment Solutions, Worthing exhibit low volatility, permit full access and yield straight-line returns. Such products now open up opportunities for saving IHT to investors who previously resisted AIM share portfolios. By definition, BPR products can accept only a cash investment. While some might have cash-rich estates it is very much the exception rather than the norm. An opportune time to consider a BPR investment therefore present itself when one sells an asset, perhaps a property or business, and finds oneself sitting on a significant amount of cash.

The days are long gone when one had to gift away sums of money with the intention of reducing inheritance tax (IHT). Not only did it mean losing access to the capital, but one had to live seven years to avoid inheritance tax (IHT).

AIM or not to AIM? Nowadays, business property relief investments are available, allowing you to invest in a product that gives BPR relief and therefore 100% exemption after just two years.

Interestingly, it also permits indefinite and full access to the investment.

For the past 20 years or so these products were predominately AIM share portfolios. This meant investors were cornered into taking higher investment risk with their money in order to mitigate IHT. That is fair enough when stock markets are doing well but speak to anyone who has invested in an AIM fund during the dark months of 2008-where drops of as much as 80% were seen – and that gut-wrenching ride seems enough to put off many for life.

Save IHT with less volatility Lately BPR products which are less volatile have come about. Their consistent and practically straightline return over the past decade or so (including 2008) means investors now have another perhaps more palatable place to park their money to mitigate IHT. While no product can guarantee returns as such and while they do carry investment risk, they have proved immensely popular. Investors love products which

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Clapham & Patching Edited extracts taken from the minutes of the Clapham Parish Council meeting held on 18th July.

Recreation Ground/Playground Group A member of the public enquired as to the current position of the Playground Group and the prospect of holding an event on the recreation ground. Unfortunately, due to other priorities, little progress had been made in respect of the event and further discussions are to take place with the Parish Council in a future meeting. The Chairman responded that progress had been slow over the past few months. The group had been looking at grant opportunities and already had circa £6000 available towards the project. It was suggested that the Group should have the opportunity to report back with a formal presentation at the next Parish Council meeting in September. However, in the absence of material progress at that point, consideration would then be given to consulting with residents on their views on the way forward.

Chairman’s Report - South Downs National Park The Councillor explained that the First Local Plan was formally adopted by the South Downs National Park Authority on Tuesday 2 July 2019, setting out how the SDNP will manage sustainable development, over the next 15 years. This is a community-led plan and 176 Town and Parish Councils had been engaged during the process. Clapham lies within an area referred to

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as the ‘Dip Slope’ and reference was made to the tranquillity score (assessed as low), where tranquillity is defined as an area undisturbed by noise and visual intrusion. Air quality Clapham Village Hall and pollution is another aspect considered under the plan.

West Sussex County Council (WSCC) Matters  The future of Clapham and Patching C of E Primary School is ‘at risk’, possible outcomes are federation, merger, relocation and closure.  The local library bus is beyond repair and unlikely to be replaced due to the costs involved. A suggestion was made that The Junction could provide a booksharing service and it was highlighted a scheme which also exists for those needing books to be posted. www.claphamandpatching-pc.gov.uk

Findon Parish Council No updates to report in this issue. Forthcoming meetings:  Thursday 22 August - Planning Committee  Monday 16 September - Full Council  Thursday 26 September - Planning Committee  Monday 28 October - Full Council  Thursday 31 October - Planning Committee www.findonparishcouncil.gov.uk

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Findon Valley Residents’ Association (FVRA) Residents’ Surgery Saturday, 7th September 10am – 12 noon, Residents’ Surgery in the library.

Telephone ‘Scams’

The FVRA would like to pass on our thanks to “Geoff” who has kindly volunteered to mow the grass around the troughs and flower bed. If anyone wishes to help with weeding and maintenance of the garden please contact our volunteer Environmental Officer at lorraine.taylor@findonvalley.org.

The Future of Our Library

Local residents continue to report receiving 'scam' telephone calls. They are usually automated calls, stating that the householder owes money and must "Press 1" on the phone to pay immediately. The scam threats can refer to bogus tax bills, overdue TV licence or other utility bills. No genuine company would call people like this. FVRA are keen to ensure that residents are aware of, and do not respond to, these fraud attempts.

Dog Control Consultation Adur District Council and Worthing Borough Council (WBC) propose to amend and extend the existing Public Space Protection Orders for Dogs (PSPOs). As part of the proposed changes they are seeking your views. FVRA are currently under discussion with WBC concerning the management of Cissbury Fields and would encourage everyone to have their say by visiting the website at: www.adur-worthing.gov.uk/pspodog-control-consultation/ The consultation end date is 6th September 2019.

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Community Garden

West Sussex County Council are looking at areas where savings can be made in the 2020 budget. One of the proposals is to consider changes to the library services such as closing several “Tier 6” libraries or reducing opening hours which could affect Findon Valley Library. The FVRA are working hard to ensure the library building is used to its maximum potential by promoting it as a Community Hub. Organising events outside normal opening hours could help to ensure its future. We would therefore like your thoughts and ideas about how to take forward this initiative by emailing any committee member. We are already using it for our monthly committee meetings and have recently held a Community Tea Party.

To give your views or if you are interested in supporting FVRA email: chairman@findonvalley.org or call 01903 263038 or visit: www.findonvalley.org

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