Sussex Local - Pulborough - April 2011

April 2011

SUSSEX LOCAL Pulborough - West Chiltington - Fittleworth - Bury Local news and events through the door to over 4,500 homes in this area every month

GLORIOUS GARDENS Veronica Cowan meets the head gardener at historic West Dean

WHAT’S ON

A bumper guide for April & Easter

GARDENING

Tasks, tips, weather outlook & more

WIN!

A trip for two to Canterbury

PLUS

Walks, Travel, Dining out, Recipe, Property, Crossword, Community News, Charity, Local Business Directory.

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April 4 2011 12 Cover Photo Spring bluebells kindly supplied by www.sussexphotos.co.uk.

Welcome...

With the Royal Wedding, Easter and Mother’s Day this month, there’s plenty of opportunity to get together and enjoy time with friends and family. If you’re looking for something to do with the children or on one of the bank holidays, look no further than our extra large What’s On guide, see pages 4 - 8. All we need now is some good weather, here’s hoping!

Also this month, on page 17, Veronica Cowan visits the beautiful estate of West Dean near Chichester and meets the head gardener. Talking of gardens, the saintly Phocas has plenty of gardening tasks to occupy your April bank holidays, (page 27).

It really is a lovely time of year to get out in the fresh air and I hope our cheerful cover photo inspires you to do just that. Why not join a group walk? See page 12 for a selection of walks in our area.

Finally, don’t forget Mother’s Day on Sunday 2nd April. Here’s a little poem for all our lovely mums, enjoy your official ‘day off’!

Hundreds of dewdrops to greet the dawn, Hundreds of bees in the purple clover, Hundreds of butterflies on the lawn, But only one mother the wide world over.

- George Cooper See you next month, Kristina Words of Wit “If evolution really works, how come mothers only have two hands?”

MILTON BERLE

What’s On

Local Walks

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Charity/Community notice board

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Glorious Gardens.

Veronica Cowan visits West Dean

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Seasonal Recipe

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Phocas the Gardener

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Prize Crossword

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Win a trip for two to Canterbury!

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Business Directory - Find local trades & services

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Advertiser Index

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01903 868 474 / 0797 606 1109 info@sussexlocal.net www.sussexlocal.net Sussex Local magazine is published monthly and delivered free of charge to selected areas of West Sussex. There are four editions and display advertising starts at just £23 a month per magazine.

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 - April 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 May events to our website by 8th April.**

DRAMA Thu 07 - Sat 09 Apr 7:45 PM Cissbury Players The Cissbury Players present ‘Kindly Leave the Stage’ a comedy in two acts by John Chapman. Findon Village Hall £7.50 Contact Dave Holden 07540 835565 daveholden48@msn.com

BOWLS & CROQUET Sun 17 Apr 10:30 AM Petanque (Boule) Training Morning Come and try this popular and fast growing leisure sport under the tuition of qualified trainers.

Suitable for all ages and abilities.

No special equipment or clothing required. New members always welcomed to this low cost sport.

Free. At Arundel Petanque Club c/o Arundel Football Club, Mill Road BN18 9PA Peter Smith (Club Secretary) 07780 901696 peterjsmith@dsl.pipex.com

FOOD & DRINK Sat 16 & Sun 17 Apr 12:00 PM What's cooking? The Historic Kitchens will come alive with the taste and smell of delicious traditional treats. Join our cooks as they recreate dishes from the Petworth House of yesteryear.

Petworth House, Church Street, Petworth GU28 0AE Normal Ground Admission. 01798 342207 petworth@nationaltrust.org.uk

QUIZ & BINGO Fri 01 Apr 7:30 PM Quiz Night Lighthearted quiz with buffet supper at Walberton Village Hall BN18 0PQ £5.50 Mary Kendrick 01243 543500 Sat 02 Apr 7:30 PM Rotary Club Quiz Night Featuring popular local quiz master Andrew Lake. Bar Raffle and Winner Prizes! Tickets available from Guy Leonard and Scissors Hair and Beauty.

Pulborough Village Hall RH20 2BF £8.50 including supper. Sue Worthington 01903 247664 cswort@ntlworld.com Thu 14 Apr 7:30 PM Mary How Trust Bingo Great prizes, raffle refreshments and fun for everyone!

Storrington Village Hall 59 West Street Storrington West Sussex RH20 4DZ 50p 08452 410 956 www.maryhowtrust.org

SINGLES Mon 04 Apr 8:00 PM Social If you are single, divorced or widowed age 45 + come and meet others in similar circumstances for a chat/ dance every first Monday of the month at The George Inn Felpham, Bognor Regis PO22 7PL Small charge Contact Dianne Watts 01243 821530 alandi@sunsport.fsnet.co.uk

FLOWER SHOWS / GARDEN Sat 02 Apr 2:00 PM Flower Show Refreshments, raffle, plants decorated eggs and cakes all available. Pulborough Village Hall RH20 2BF Free Entry Hazel Tyte 01798 875296 Sue Bulloch Sat 02 Apr 2:15 PM Findon Village Flower Show The Findon Village Gardens Association is celebrating our 50th year and the annual Spring flower show in Findon Village Hall.

In addition we have a cookery and Flower arrangers section, a plant and cake stall plus refreshments and a raffle. Findon Village Hall £0.50 Chris Young 01903 694886 chrisyoung1234@btinternet.com Sat 02 Apr 2:30 PM Fittleworth Spring Show Exhibits of Flowers, Plants, Vegetables, Floral Art Cookery, Handicrafts, Photography, Children’s Classes.

Plant Stall. Teas. All welcome.

Fittleworth Village Hall RH20 1JB Sally Tanner 01798 865175 sal.tanner@btinternet.com Sun 10 Apr 11:00 AM Celebration of Spring Demonstrations at Parham expert garden advice, seasonal tips, garden design workshops, spring flower arranging, guided garden tours.

11am to 5.00pm Visitors can also visit the House and Gardens as well as the newly restored 18th century Dovecote. Parham House & Gardens, Parham Park Storrington RH20 4HS. RH20 4HS £8.50 Adults £4.00 children enquiries@parhaminsussex.co.uk Sun 01 May 2:00 PM Arundel Garden Open for Charity under NGS for Sussex Kidney Trust from 2 to 5 pm. Teas. Garden featured in Sussex Life magazine. 4 Birch Close Arundel BN18 9HN £3 Children free Elizabeth 01903 882722 e.gammon@toucansurf.com

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Fri 01 Apr 7:30 PM Ashington Horticultural Society Illustrated talk by John Paisley co-owner of Wych Cross Garden Centre which sells over 1000 varieties of roses.

There will be roses for sale plus the garden centre's catalogue. At Ashington Scout Hall, Church Lane Ashington RH20 £4 to include refreshments Diann Clarke 01903 893156 clarkebaf@tiscali.co.uk

Fri 06 May 7:30 PM King James Bible Anniversary Talk A Talk by the expert Sue Wilmot from the Bible Society on the history & production of the King James Bible and modern versions. Plus a small exhibition of some very ancient bibles. Free. Leconfield Hall, Market Square Petworth GU28 0AF Gerald 01798 342151 Geraldgreshamcooke@gmail.com

Mon 11 Apr 7:30 PM Thakeham Gardeners Club Talk by Hilary Newman on 'Rhodendrons & their Allies'. Thakeham Village Hall RH20 Members free, guests £2 Sandra Jenkins 01903 743671 david99jenkins@btinternet.com

Fri 01 Apr 7:30 PM Arundel Gardens Association Talk by Rosy Hardy of Hardy's Cottage Garden Plants of Hampshire one of the leading plantsmens nurseries in the country and winners of 15 Gold Medals at RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Rosy will share her knowledge and enthusiasm for plants. Norfolk Centre, Mill Road Arundel BN18 9PA Free to Members small charge for guests Mary Smith 01903 883385

Fri 08 Apr 6:00 PM Nicholas Soames Talk Nicholas Soames is to give an enlightening talk about his Grandfather to raise funds for the Queen Alexandra Hospital Home, Worthing. At Champs Hill, a private 160-seat concert hall set in beautiful countryside. Champs Hill Coldwaltham, Pulborough RH20 1LY £20 or £60 for four tickets Gemma Cannon or Jennifer Hanraads 01903 218444 fundraising@qahh.org.uk

FILM Wed 13 Apr 7:30 PM Storrington Film Night Comedy/Drama Starring Jim Broadbent, Imelda Staunton & Ruth Sheen. £5. At Sullington Parish Hall, Thakeham Road, Storrington RH20 3PZ Contact Ken Collins 01903 740745 kandjcoll@btinternet.com Tue 26 Apr 7:30 PM Mary How Trust Film Society The Black Swan Starring Natalie Portman directed

by Darren Aronofsky. At West Chiltington Village Hall RH20 2PZ £5 08452 410 956 01798 877641 stuart.trownson@maryhowtrust.org

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DRUM LESSONS! Drum teacher now taking on more students of all ages for 2011, from beginners to advanced £15 half hour - £25 hour

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FAMILY FUN

Sat 09 - Wed 27 Apr 9:30 AM Downy Duckling Days 9 - 27 April 2011. Hand feed the ducklings go pond dipping or try your hand at some crackin' crafts. Follow the new Spring Discovery Trail through the reserve. Visitors can also hand feed waterfowl from around the world, watch the diving ducks and take a Wetland Boat Safari. On weekends there will be a 'Guide in the Hide' who will help visitors to identify species using scopes, binoculars and expert knowledge. Arundel Wetland Centre, Mill Road BN18 9PB Normal Admission Prices 01903 883355 www.wwt.org.uk

Fri 22 - Mon 25 Apr 10:00 AM Easter Egg-stravaganza Easter Egg Hunt at Bignor Roman Villa Bignor Pulborough RH20 1PH £1.50 Lisa Hayes 01798 869259

Wed 13 & Wed 20 Apr 10:00 AM Spring Crafts & Skills Day 'Handson' traditional crafts and skills for accompanied children. Amberley Museum BN18 9LT 01798 831370 Wed 20 Apr 11:00 AM Wonderful Easter Wednesdays Hands-on activities, crafts and games to occupy accompanied children of all ages. All activities run 11 4pm. Weald & Downland Open Air Museum, Singleton, Chichester PO18 0EU Adult £9.50; over 60s £8.50; child £5; family (2+3) £26; children under 4yrs free. Contact 01243 811348 www.wealddown.co.uk

enquiries@bignorromanvilla.co.uk

Sat 23 Apr 11:00 AM Great Easter Egg Hunt Come and join in the family fun!

Suitable for children up to 10 years. Mums and Dads needed to help with the children. The Green, Sullington Warren RH20 4DD Please contact Brenda Goodman 01903 742127 brenda@damson.demon.co.uk Sun 24 & Mon 25 Apr 10:30 AM Easter activities Two days of activities and Easter celebrations with a bonnet competition and parade on Easter Monday. The school holiday period is a delightful time for a visit, with spring in the air, newborn lambs and horses at work on seasonal tasks. Weald & Downland Open Air Museum, Singleton, Chichester PO18 0EU Adult £9.50; over 60s £8.50; child £5; family (2+3) £26; children under 4yrs free of charge. Contact 01243 811348 for more information or see www.wealddown.co.uk

MUSIC Sat 09 Apr 5:00 PM Concert Featuring the Brighton Male Voice Choir. Tickets available from Estelle 01798 813108 Anne 01798 812527 and at Cherilyn Stores. £8.00 At Village Hall, West Chiltington RH20 2PZ Sat 02 Apr 2:30 PM AYM Festival Concert A Concert performed by local young people under 19 Sponsored by The Rotary Club of Littlehampton at Windlesham House School (A24) Washington RH20 4AY £5 under 12s Free Ann Findlay 01903 732574 annmik@btinternet.com Sat 09 Apr 7:00 PM Choral Concert Arun Choral Society conducted by John Henville with Sinfonia of Arun. At Arundel Cathedral, London Road, Arundel BN18 9AY £15 & £12 Tickets from Ros Simpson 01798 831234 boxoffice@arunchoralsociety.co.uk

Fri 22 Apr 7:00 PM The Day He Wore My Crown An evening of music by Westergate Christian Fellowship.

Westergate Methodist Church.

Free. Dave Gwenlan 01243263821 davegwenlan@tiscali.co.uk

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SALES & MARKETS

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Sat 07 May 7:00 AM South Downs Trekathon Our route starts in Lewes and finishes on the highest chalk sea cliff in England the beautiful headland of Beachy Head. This is a tough event over rolling downs and cliffs and forms an enormous challenge for walkers. You can run or jog if you prefer and there is also a halfdistance option. A one-day 26 mile walk from Lewes to Beachy Head. £49 01722 718444 info@discoveradventure.com

Fri 01 Apr 9:00 AM Ashington Market Local fruit, vegetables bread and a butcher. Homemade cupcakes chutneys and jams. Hand crafted jewellery and cards and other unique gifts and accessories for the home. Light refreshments available. At the Scout Hall Church Lane Ashington RH20 3JY Isobel Macpherson

Sat 09 Apr 9:00 AM West Chiltington Farmers’ Market Over 20 different stalls of local produce and crafts. Free Raffle. Light Refreshments and breakfast rolls available. Free. West Chiltington Village Hall, Mill Road. RH20 2PZ Claire Bridge 01798 812267

DAY OUT

Sat 02 Apr 1:30 PM Easter Fayre Car Boot Sale pre book only via email address limited spaces. Also why not pamper your wife or mum with our beautician to book a treatment call 01903 893753. At Ashington Community Centre, Foster Lane, Ashington RH20 3PG Car boot pitch £5 pre bookable sarahroberts100@btinternet.com

Sun 17 Apr 10:00 AM Vehicles Cycles & Trains Day Exhibits of telecoms vehicles, veteran cycles and industrial trains from a bygone era plus interactive activities and demonstrations.

Amberley Museum BN18 9LT 01798 831370

isobel.macpherson@btinternet.com

claire@westchiltingtonfarmersmarket.co.uk

Thu 28 Apr 8:45 AM Slindon Farmers Market A friendly village farmer’s market, run by village volunteers Coronation Hall Reynolds Lane Slindon Nr Arundel BN18 0QU Free Mike Imms 01243 814777 mike@mikeimms.co.uk Thu 28 Apr 10:00 AM Coffee Morning and Produce Sale Homemade cakes preserves and plants available to buy. To include a tombola and book stall. In aid of St Mary's Church Burpham Norfolk Centre, Arundel BN18 9PA Roger Anscombe 07711 125788

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Thu 14 Apr 7:30 PM A Talk, House History History in a House Illustrated events and how do you start to look. At Arundel Town Hall, Maltravers Street, Arundel BN18 9AP Non Members £4 members £3 Brian Parkinson Arundel Museum 01903 885806 parkinson140@btinternet.com

Fri 01 Apr 9:45 AM One Day Art Workshop For members to improve painting techniques in Watercolour, Acrylic and Pastel.

Trinity Methodist Hall, Storrington RH20 3NG Annual Membership £10 + £25 Jane Bown Secretary 01903 741686 janebown@btinternet.com

Sun 17 Apr 10:00 AM Family & Local History Day Friendly help and advice from the experts will be available to help you with your research and there will be family and local history talks throughout the day. There will be trade stands and the Sussex Family History Group bookstalls. This is a family event and rides on the miniature railway will be offered (weather permitting). At Field Place, Durrington, BN13 1NP. Field Place is off The Boulevard & near to Durington Station. Free Entry Roy Winchester 01243 787087 publicity@sfhg.org.uk

Sat 16 & Sun 17 Apr 10:00 AM Middleton Art Group Exhibition Art Exhibition and Sale of Paintings and Prints. St. Nicholas Hall Mill Road Arundel BN18 9EY Admission Free. Donation to St. Wilfrid's Hospice appreciated.

Mrs Carole Keen 01243 584399 carole.keen@btinternet.com

Tue 05 Apr 7:30 PM Pulborough Computer Club How to use presentation software with a focus on MS PowerPoint 2010. Shows basic operations and includes dos and don'ts. Pulborough Village Hall RH20 2BF £1 incl refreshments www.pcclub.org.uk 01903 743250

CAR SHOW Sun 10 Apr 10:00 AM Vintage Car Show A diverse collection of early 20th century vintage vehicles including sporting cars. Amberley Museum BN18 9LT 01798 831370 www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

Tue 26 Apr 2:15 PM Walberton DFAS The Art of London Pictorial Tour of London's Street Art and Statues that both charm and amuse. Yapton and Ford Village Hall, Main Road, Yapton BN18 0ET Free for members £5 for guests Christine 01903 883876 thebrocklebanks@btinternet.com

HORSE RACING Fri 29 Apr 3:00 PM Royal Wedding Race Night Six races followed by a Take That and Robbie Tribute band, fireworks and fairground side shows. First race 5.40pm band on stage around 8.20pm. Fontwell Racecourse BN18 0SX 01243 543335

Tue 12 Apr 7:30 PM Walberton Computer Club Free Software. A presentation by Leslie Cutting.

Walberton Village Hall BN18 0PH £1.00 Pat Foster 01243 773855 pati.foster@gmail.com Tue 19 Apr 7:30 PM Pulborough Computer Club PC Security including anti-virus, password security, keeping up to date and advice on software that you do not need. Pulborough Village Hall RH20 2BF £1 incl refreshments www.pcclub.org.uk 01903 743250 Pat Beard Tue 26 Apr 7:30 PM Walberton Computer Club Any computer issues you have are discussed and hopefully solved. You are very welcome to bring along your computer if you are having a problem. Walberton Village Hall BN18 0PH £1.00 Pat Foster 01243 773855 pati.foster@gmail.com

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GUY BRUMWELL LIMITED The Master Builder Extensions Alterations Conversions Home Improvements Design and Planning Commercial or Residential Plans Prepared

Telephone 01798 815 315

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First Aid for Roofs Mossy banks and mossy boughs may be picturesque, but moss or lichen stubbornly clinging to roof tiles is a different matter entirely.

Moss, lichen and algae are among the earliest of life forms and have remained virtually unchanged over the years. The general demise in heavy industry and the resulting improvement in the environment have led to an increase in airborne spores and the milder weather enables these simple plants to thrive. In addition, acid rain and other pollutants combine to wreak havoc on our roofs.

If your roof is over 25 years old and beginning to look jaded, Sussex Moss Removal can provide a lasting and affordable solution. The whole process is extremely thorough from the original survey, careful cleaning and application of a fungicidal drench and preparation of the roof for the application of the protective coating (with a choice of colours) through to the final inspection with the customer. The company has been operating for 10 years and employs no salesmen, relying instead on good honest

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Commendations such as "..the whole process has significantly improved the appearance of the house” (Mr. H. Pulborough) and "The roof looks like new “ (Mrs. B. West Chiltington) support these principles.

Andrew Herrington, who runs the company, believes that the varied types of roof in West Sussex motivate his work team. Andrew is particularly proud of his restoration of BBC Changing Rooms presenter Oliver Heath's roof on his "Eco House" in Hove last Summer. The project was recently featured in the Evening Argus and Oliver Heath was delighted with the work.

As protection processes and products continue to improve, Sussex Moss Removal is confident enough to provide a 10 year guarantee for all their work. So if your roof is in need of a “facelift”, now may be the time to contact them, particularly as mentioning their advertisement in Sussex Local will entitle you to a 10% discount.

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Local Walks - April 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.

Friday 1st

11:00am

Saturday 2nd

8:30am

Saturday 2nd

2:00pm

Sunday 3rd

10:00am

Monday 4th

10:00am

Weds 6th

10:00am

Friday 8th

9:45am

Saturday 9th

2:00pm

Sunday 10th

10:00am

Sunday 10th

10:30am

Monday 11th

10:00am

Thursday 14th 10:00am Friday 15th

7:00pm

Saturday 16th

8:30am

Saturday 16th

2:00pm

Sunday 17th

10:00am

Weds 20th

6:30pm

Friday 22nd

9:45am

Sat 23rd

2:00pm

Sunday 24th

10:00am

Tuesday 26th 10:00am Thursday 28th 10:00am Friday 29th

10:30am

Friday 29th

2:00pm

Saturday 30th 10:00am Saturday 30th

2:00pm

Barns Green 2 miles meet by the Village sign near the Village Club.

Washington & Findon Valley 6.5 miles meet at Washington Southdowns Way car park.

Chanctonbury Ring 3 miles meet at Washington Southdowns Way car park Stopham Daffodil Walk 4.5 miles meet at Stopham Bridge.

Partridge Green Circular 5.5 miles New walk. Meet Village Hall car park Warnham 6.2 miles meet at the Sussex Oak PH (RH12 3QW).

The Rising Sun, Nutbourne 8 miles meet in Pulborough, 2 x 4 mile walks .

Fryern Park, Storrington 3 miles meet at Glebe Surgery car park.

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

Storrington Riverside Walk 1.5 miles meet at Glebe Surgery car park.

Pulborough Brooks (2) 5 miles meet at the RSPB Reserve.

Billingshurst 4 - 6 miles meet at the Sports Pavilion, Jubilee Field Wiston Evening Bluebell walk 4 miles meet at Wiston Recreation ground car park.

Harrow Hill 6.5 miles meet at Kithurst Hill car park.

Pulborough Brooks (1) 6 miles meet at Pulborough Library car park.

Sullington Hill 5 miles meet at Glebe Surgery car park.

Geoffrey’s Wednesday Evening Walks 6 miles meet at the Frankland Arms PH, Washington Serpents Trail, Midhurst area 10 miles bus from Pulborough (Oddfellows) at 9:55am.

Rowdell 6.5 miles meet at Glebe Surgery car park.

Rackham Hill & Springhead 3.7 miles meet at Kithurst Hill car park West Chiltington 5 miles meet at West Chiltington recreation ground.

West Chiltington (1) 4 - 5 miles meet in car park adjacent to Village Hall.

St Mary’s Church, Horsham 2 miles meet at St Mary’s Church, The Causeway, Horsham A Mindful Walk 4 – 5 miles meet at the bandstand in Horsham Park.

Slinfold (1) 3.5/ 5 miles meet in the Red Lyon PH car park Sullington Church 3.3 miles meet at Glebe Surgery car park.

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The Swan Inn Fittleworth A new lease of life for an old favourite In the heart of a small West Sussex village is an old coaching inn dating from 1382 which has been a resting place for many artists drawn to the beauty of the nearby countryside. Many of these artists, some famous, have contributed a picture in return for food and lodging and some of these are displayed in the bar.

Many people will recognise this as The Swan Inn, a charming 14th century coaching inn in the heart of Fittleworth with its distinctive sign straddling the road outside. What is not so well known is that this delightful hostelry has just undergone a £250,000 refurbishment which will make it one of the most appealing and prestigious bar/restaurants in the area of which the village can be justifiably proud.

The White family (the award winning team behind Whites Bar & Kitchen in Steyning) who are the new owners have transformed the bar and restaurant with an imaginative use of colours and fabrics to reflect the rich tapestry of the inn's historic past.

Shades of amber, white pepper, sage green and taupe will offset the old exposed beams and wood panelling. Furnishings in luxurious wool, butter-soft leather chairs with sheepskin throws together with vintage style lighting will create a captivating atmosphere which visitors will not want to leave.

The Inn has long played host to the local community and the hundreds of walkers who explore the surrounding countryside. The Whites aim to continue this tradition so that the Swan maintains its position as a centre for local people to meet and a haven for walkers (and their dogs) and visitors alike. The lovely lawned garden is perfect for families with children and will be irresistible during the warm spring and summer days.

If it is simply a refreshing drink that is called for there are some unique options on offer. These include cocktails containing ramblers’ favourites such as elderflower, honey, spices and summer berries as well as local wines and ales. If you are looking for more substantial nourishment, the new menu, with many dishes cooked in a wood burning oven, aims to please even hardened ‘foodies’.

Whether served in the restaurant or the bar, the flavoursome, locally-sourced rustic food comes in generous portions. The menu is regularly varied and the Whites are confident that the food at the Swan will soon get a following and will be as popular as the food at their Steyning establishment.

George White and the Chef

The refurbishment of the bar and restaurant is now complete so do stop by to see the changes for yourself. The improvements continue with the upgrading of the 15 bedrooms which will be completed in stages by June. This ambitious project has been overseen by George White who has gained considerable experience at the White Horse Inn in Steyning where he became licensee after graduating from university. His drive and flair as well as his business acumen make him an obvious candidate to complete the transformation of this historic Inn into a landmark pub and hotel for the village of Fittleworth and surrounding area.

Speaking just prior to the re-opening about the extensive work undertaken at the Swan, George said, “We are very excited about re-opening the Swan and hope to see lots of locals over the next few weeks” he continued, “we really hope people will like the changes we’ve made and look forward to hearing what people think about the new menu” To reserve a table please call 01798 865429 and for more information see www.swaninnhotel.co.uk.

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◊ Home Visits Available ◊ Manufacturer & Installer of Perfect Fit and Intu Blind Systems (above & 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

www.directblindsworthing.com

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Recipe Ingredients to serve 4 • • • • • • • • • • •

2 small carrots 3 shallots (peeled and diced) 1 clove of garlic 3 sprigs of fresh Coriander 1 small potato - diced Pint of Double Cream Pint of Chicken stock Salt Pepper 2 oz butter 1 teaspoon of Arran mustard

Carrot and Coriander Soup A tasty lunchtime snack which counts as one of your ‘five a day’!

Method Saute off carrots, shallots, garlic, diced potato, Arran mustard together with the 2 oz butter. In a separate pan bring to the boil the cream and chicken stock.

Add the cream and chicken stock to the other ingredients, bring back to the boil and simmer for 15 minutes Place into food processor for 3 minutes.

Add the fresh coriander, season to taste and serve.

Kindly supplied by Ruth Allen

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Birthday for Storrington Hair Studio

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elebrating its fourth year trading in Storrington this month and still going from strength to strength is Shampoo hair studio.

What's their secret? Perhaps it's the professional friendly team of hairstylists who work there, combined with their ability and creative skills.

However, they are never content to rest on their laurels and are always looking to improve and learn and teach new creative skills to all their staff. Shampoo hair studio was one of the first salons in the country to gain a Matrix Academy colour Masters degree and two of their stylists recently attended the famous Sassoon’s Academy and regularly attend Toni & Guy cutting courses learning different hair styles, the latest hair fashions and cutting techniques from many of the top stylists in the country.

Labelm is the preferred professional hair care range stocked at Shampoo, whose complete range of hair products includes many that are Organic. See the entire Labelm range on their website at www.shampoohairstudio.co.uk. As part of the birthday celebrations, Shampoo hair studio is this month offering all customers who

Bridal Gowns Bridesmaid & Prom Dresses Maternity Gowns Fascinator & Hat Hire

Day & Evening by Appointment

book a complete cut and colour treatment to either receive a free bottle of 300ml Lablem treatment shampoo or a Labelm travel bag complete with a Labelm Treatment shampoo and conditioner and two other sprays each 50ml, all completely free (while stocks last and not combined with any other offer). Plus a loyalty card earning free products or services awaits all of their many faithful customers who continue to visit Shampoo hair studio with a big thank you to all for your patronage over the last four years.

The new label.m professional haircare range is available at

Shampoo How about introducing label.m as a key part of your look this season?

hair studio 21 Church Street Storrington RH20 4LA T: 01903 743800 www.shampoohairstudio.co.uk

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louisa@wonderfulgardens.co.uk

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 • Tree work undertaken • Specialist in maintaining communal areas (flats etc) •

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

01903 723 710 07714 165 171

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

Sussex Landworks Grass Cutting

Pond Clearance

Hedge Cutting

Fencing

Garden Maintenance

Landscaping

Fully insured and year round contracts offered Covering all of the Pulborough and surrounding areas Call Simon

01730 814 751 07950 035 997 www.sussexlandworks.co.uk

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ASHWOOD TREE SURGERY • All

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

24 HOUR SERVICE

Mob: Tel:

07714 165 171 01903 723 710

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Whatever your heating problem Boiler Breakdowns Gas Fires Power Flushing Landlord Certificates LPG Certified Radiators and Valves Boiler replacements Water Leaks

01903 743 196 07504 989 872 10 Steyning Crescent Storrington RH20

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PRIZE CROSSWORD

Pulborough April 2011

Win a meal for two at the Rising Sun, Nutbourne Across 1 Muslim headwear (5) 4 Roll,on,boiled etc (3) 6 Mistake (5) 7 Amigo (3) 8 US State (9) 11 Interns (5) 13 "The Lord of the Rings" figure (5) 14 Polygon (4-5) 16 Anger (3) 18 "Farewell, mon ami" (5) 19 Prior to the EU (3) 20 Holy City (5) Down Solution for February 2011 is shown on left.

T C Coe from Pulborough wins a Riser Burger meal for two at the Rising Sun. in Nutbourne Congratulations and thanks to all who entered.

1 Cool (3) 2 Sussex windmill (4) 3 Leaves in will (8) 4 Slips (6) 5 Lybian leader (7) 9 Marching instrument (4,4) 10 List (7) 12 Crackpot (6) 15 Compact or slipped (4) 17 Section of time (3)

To enter, please send your crossword answers and the coupon to: Sussex Local Crossword, PO Box 2237 Pulborough, RH20 9AH or scan and email to crosswords@sussexlocal.net. The first correct entry drawn after 31st May 2011 wins the prize. Good luck!

PUL 0411 Name: Full address: Postcode: email:

Sussex Local crossword kindly sponsored by

The Rising Sun P U B LI C H O U S E

Phone number: Mobile: From time to time Sussex Local and the Rising Sun wish to keep in touch with information and offers. We will never share your details with third parties. Please tick here if you do not wish to receive such information

Nutbourne, Pulborough, RH20 2HE

01798 812 191

Prize - a meal for two - our famous and utterly delicious “Riser� burgers

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P ROFESSIONAL M OBILE H AIRDRESSING Reliable, friendly service in the comfort of your own home ♦ Cut & Blow Dry ♦ Wet Cuts ♦ Full range of colouring including highlights and tints ♦ Fully Qualified Contact Debbie on:

01798 873037 0797 9966098

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Win a trip for two to Canterbury including travel, hotel and meals

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anterbury’s skyline is dominated by the stunning cathedral, the oldest in England with its origins dating back to 597 AD when St Augustine established his seat in Canterbury.

“Who will rid me of this meddlesome priest?”

The best known event in the Cathedral's history was the murder of Archbishop Thomas Becket in 1170. When Becket was made Archbishop of Canterbury by King Henry II in 1162, he changed his allegiance from the King to the Pope and the Church. Henry had expected his full support, and there were many conflicts between them, the final one being Thomas Beckets' excommunication of the Archbishop of York and the Bishops of London and Salisbury. In 1170, King Henry had his son crowned as his heir by these and other bishops, usurping a long standing right of the Archbishop of Canterbury. Four knights, overheard the King's rage and took seriously his shout of "Who will rid me of this meddlesome priest?" On 29 December 1170 Thomas Becket was persuaded to enter the Cathedral through the Cloisters and into the North West Transept. Vespers was in progress when the knights burst in, and found Thomas kneeling at the altar. According to Edward Grim, a monk who watched the murder, Thomas refused to absolve the Bishops and told the Knights that "for the name of Jesus and the protection of the Church, I am ready to embrace death." It was not long before he did so. The knights wielded their weapons and administered three mighty blows, the last one breaking off the tip of a sword. Three days after his death, there began a series of miracles attached to his martyrdom. These are depicted in the miracle windows of the Trinity Chapel. In 1173, Becket was canonized by Pope Alexander III. Pilgrims began to flock to Beckets' shrine in the Cathedral; a year later Henry, in sackcloth, walking barefoot, was among them.

Canterbury has been a place of pilgrimage for thousands of people ever since as famously told

by Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales.

European Travelplan Ltd is a specialist tour operator and coach company based in Storrington offering the best in luxury coach travel with a range of tours, short breaks and special events throughout the U.K. and Europe.

Travel Competition

Win a Trip for 2 Sussex Local and European Travelplan are offering you the chance to win 2 places on the European Travelplan Sunday Special to Canterbury on 22-23 May 2011. The prize includes:

• Return travel on European Travelplan’s 32– seat executive diner coach.

• Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at Abbots Barton Hotel, Canterbury

• Time to enjoy Canterbury Cathedral and city To enter, simply answer the question below and send with the coupon to: Travelplan Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough RH20 9AH. or email answer and your details to: canterbury@sussexlocal.net The winner will be the first correct entry drawn after 30/04/11 Q. Which king appointed Thomas Becket as

Archbishop of Canterbury ?

Full Name: Address: Town: Postcode: email: Day time telephone: Mobile: From time to time Sussex Local and European Travelplan may wish to inform you of offers and information which we think may be of interest.

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To advertise on these pages call 01903 868 474 email advertise@sussexlocal.net or book and pay online at www.sussexlocal.net/advertise.html 3cm box is £60 + VAT for 6 month booking price includes artwork.

Accident Repairs

Cakes & Sugarcraft CAKES FOR ALL REASONS

JM Wadey Accident Repair Centre Reliable service High quality repairs Courtesy cars Recovery Service

Cakes made to order Sugarcraft equipment Belgian chocolates

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Tel: 01798 831815

11 Church Street, Storrington www.cakesforallreasons.co.uk

Antiques & Coins

Carpentry

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’

Tel: 01903 892627 Drives & Groundwork

ALPINE LANDSCAPES

Sussex Coin Company WANTED TO BUY Coins - Banknotes - Medals Military items - War souvenirs - Gold - Silver Mon 9.30-3.30 Tue & Fri 10-1 & 2.15-4.30 Home visits

Drainage

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01903 232080

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Brick/stonework Blockpavior drives Patios/Paths Drainage Garage/shed bases Land cleared and

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Land cleared and levelled Timber decking Fencing 25yrs experience

01798 872 433 07866 057 333

20 New Broadway Tarring Road Worthing BN11 4HP

Bookkeeper

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Chartered Surveyor

Electricians

Cleaning Services

C & C Electrical Services Ltd

Need Help sorting that bag of receipts?

Bookkeeping and accounts for small to medium businesses.

Competitive rates.

Please call Julia for further details 01903 873201 or 07757 508497 e-mail jjhbookkeeping@btinternet.com www.jjhbook-keepingservices.co.uk

Builders

Colin Mayo

Complete Building Services All work undertaken Renovation Specialists Fully insured - Free Estimates contact

Charles Harding

01903 745 643 0 7811 371 308

Professional Cleaning for Homes & Businesses Inc. Carpets & Windows

QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN

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Any work considered

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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 782825

Fencing

J.N.Richardson

Your advertisement here

SUREPOST FENCING

General Builder

£10 a month

Construction and installation of Fencing and Gates in Timber or Steel

ch.completebuildingservices@gmail.com

Over 30 years experience Free Estimates

01903 263 886 07976 896 463

plus VAT Boo online at Book and pay www.sussexlocal.net or call 01903 868474

Call Colin for a no-obligation quote Est

25 years

01798 812 418

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B USINESS D IRECTORY Gardeners

Gardener with

Plant Knowledge

0788 079 5314 Steve Gatford Ltd Jewellers & Repairers

Alexander Jewellers Repairs, Gifts & Valuations

Pest Control

peAllsttypesBofoff Pests dealt with

safely and efficiently

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Rats, Wasps, Rabbits call Russell on Moles, Cockroaches 07801 102 690 RSPH qualified Testimonials on request 01403 823 007 Fully insured www.pestboff.co.uk

Plumbing & Heating cont.

Hot & cold water services Central heating - Bathrooms Boiler Installation & repairs Free quotation

(01798) 874785 (07871) 725133

Plasterers

Podiatry

ANDY B’S PLASTERING & RENOVATIONS LTD

DAWN N JONES MSSCh MBChA

rendering, coving, re-pointing, decorating, & maintenance

Findon 01903 872745

WATCH STRAP & BATTERY SERVICE

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

01903 526543 07951 454452

Plumbing & Heating

G RAHAM & CADELL

Pulborough Podiatry Visiting Chiropody Practice

01798 872 647 Property Services

RIVERSIDE HOME MAINTENANCE

J EWELLERS & V ALUERS

6 HIGH S TREET , STORRINGTON

Bathrooms, Showers Plumbing & Heating

01903 743579 Locksmiths

• Laminate Flooring & Sheds • Patios & Decking • Flat Pack Assembly • General DIY • Kitchen & Bathroom Fitting • Door Hanging • Fencing

For a free quote call Nigel on

07768 510463 or 01903 745685

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

A .I.S. 01903 877 810 LOCSKMITHS

07980 981 901

B.G Boiler Services Plumbing & Heating 07545 294 222 Registered C11662

barry.gregory@hotmail.co.uk

Loft Ladders

M. LINDFIELD LPG and Natural Gas Qualified

Boiler and central heating installation specialist 520049

07825 234 176 01903 231 283

ALL IN1 HANDYMEN NO JOB TOO SMALL

Rob Shirley

07796 950 876 allin1handy@hotmail.co.uk

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Taxi Services cont.

JOHN MILLS DECORATING

PREMIER CARS

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

Airport, Seaport & Long Distance Specialists

01903 745 276 07759 977 184

Call John for quote:

01903 776956 07783 386865

premier.cars@tiscali.co.uk Tree Surgery

Reliable & friendly service Free quotations 15% discount with Fully insured this advert Many satisfied clients City & Guilds Qualified 01798 872 832 Mr P Nelson 07904 537 686

SUSSEX TREES & HEDGES For all aspects of Tree Surgery • 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

KEVIN L. JONES

TREE SURGERY PAINTING AND DECORATING 25 years experience Qualified Excellent references

07917 341535 www.love-your-home.org

01798 813550 / 07968 858087

Roofing

STEVE CHISWELL Roofing & Building New roofs, Chimney repairs, re-pointing, UPVC fascias/guttering, Flat roofing, Leadwork. Est. 30 years

01903 872365 07801 295889 YOUNGER ROOFING • • • • • • • •

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

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years experience

No VAT

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

01903 713 423 07984 884 642

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Taxi Services

Private Hire

01903 745414 07595 067161

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