Sussex Local - Storrington - April 2011

April 2011

SUSSEX LOCAL Storrington - Ashington - Washington - Thakeham Local news and events through the door to over 5,500 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

STYLE

Slim for Spring

PLUS

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

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April 4 2011 12 Cover Photo Bluebells in Ashington woods kindly supplied

by Sheila Mills

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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Styling Sussex - Slim for Spring

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Phocas the Gardener

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Prize Crossword

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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.

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What’s On

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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D & J Marquees Marquees and interiors for all occasions Contact David on

01903 505 834 07789 934 311 www.dandjmarquees.co.uk dandjmarquees@virginmedia.com

Discover the Difference Celebrate in Style New Season Menu 2-Course £19.95/3-course £25 Including all the trimmings! www.themillhousesussex.com

01903 892426 The Mill House, Ashington RH20 3BX Hidden, just off the A24!

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What’s On FAMILY FUN

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

SALES & MARKETS

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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Minx it up!

Kris Thomas tries the new glitzy Minx nail laminates and “Gelish” extended-wear nail polish.

I absolutely adore the new Minx nail laminates.

They affix to the nails with the help of a heat lamp rather like transfers and, being a laminate rather than a polish, there is no drying time and no chipping. My toes looked stunning for well over four weeks and everyone that saw them thought they were amazing. If you don’t fancy the futuristic silver or ‘blingy’ gold there are a range of other metallic colours as well as stripes, polka dots, fishnet and other intricate patterns even the most accomplished nail artist would struggle to achieve with varnish. They are also removed with heat and I am told a hairdryer will do the trick if needed!

The other new ‘apply and go’ nail product to hit the salons this year is Gelish. For those who know the Shellac system this is a similar extended-wear nail polish developed for people who don’t want extensions but do want a manicure or pedicure

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that lasts longer than a couple of days. The Gelish range has a huge choice of colours as well as glittery top coats, perfect for parties. Like the Shellac polish the Gelish is cured by UV light so again there is no drying time. Although the Gelish wont chip or fade the nails still grow so after about two weeks you would want to have it removed.

There’s a simple wrap around remover which takes off the polish in ten minutes, no soaking, and underneath the nail is completely undamaged.

Angela runs Simply Nails from her comfortable home/salon in Findon village High Street. Prices are from £21 contact Simply Nails 01903 873924

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We have over 25 years experience in designing and installing kitchens, bathrooms, wet rooms, bedrooms and office furniture.

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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

Home 11 workmanship and high standards to promote its growth.

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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Turners Plumbing Ltd • • • • •

No Call out Fee Free No Obligation Quotes Plumbing / Heating and Gas work Water Regulations Approved Plumber Bathroom Refurbishment & Full Tiling Service

01903 743 199 07786 444 190 turnersplumbing@btinternet.com

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Carrot and Coriander Soup

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

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.

01903 741 004

Kindly supplied by Ruth Allen

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NOW AT CHERUBS COLLAGEN STIMULATION THERAPYTM Collagen Stimulation TherapyTM (Medical Needling) is a cutting edge treatment that harnesses your body’s natural powers of healing to tighten skin and achieve incredible results. The body responds to CST in the same way it would react to an injury. The small amount of bleeding caused during treatment releases powerful growth factors which are part of a natural healing response, resulting in increased collagen and elastin production.

It is especially effective for addressing the visible signs of ageing as well as sun damage, scarring, slackened skin, stretch marks, uneven skin tone and dilated blood vessels.

Collagen Stimulation TherapyTM can be done on all areas of the face and body and is suitable for all skin types.

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louisa@wonderfulgardens.co.uk

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30 Crossword

PRIZE CROSSWORD

Win a ÂŁ10 Marks and Spencer voucher

Storrington April 2011

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. Martin Newark from Washington wins a voucher from the Old Forge Wine Cellar.

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!

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Beltons

Public Accountants Ltd Serving people and businesses since 1976 We have built our reputation by providing first-class client service with quality work delivered on time at a competitive price Personal Personal Tax Returns General tax advice Capital Gains Tax Business Business start-up Business planning advice Sole Trader Accounts Limited Company Accounts Company Secretarial Corporation Tax Returns Bookkeeping - VAT Payroll & CIS - HR

INITIAL CONSULTATION

FREE

Tel: (01903) 813907 email: nb@beltons.net web: www.beltons.net

Sussex PC Works Web Design Computer Support Do you have a computer problem?

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25 years experience Honest, friendly, reliable service Web design, Networks, Upgrades Disaster Recovery PC’s, Linux

01903 680 683

www.sussexpcworks.co.uk charles.grayson@sussexpcworks.co.uk

Caring staff available 24 hours a day 7 days a week Pre-payment plans Floral tributes Memorial Masonry

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Connoisseurs Club for those who enjoy the finer things in life The Connoisseurs Club focuses on enjoying the best of wine, food, words and music. We are pleased to announce that our 2011 programme of events is now available.

2011 events include: 3-Course Dinner and Wine “Call my Bluff” at The Star, Alfriston An evening of words and music at St Mary’s, Bramber Summer Wine Tasting, Nutbourne Vineyard We have also increased the number of shops and restaurants where you can use your discount to help you make the most of the Connoisseurs Club.

As well as enjoying discounts at a number of selected restaurants, as a Sussex Local Connoisseurs Club member you automatically become a member of the European Travelplan Connoisseurs Club with benefits of luxury travel.

Membership Benefits include: 5% discount on selected travel booked through European Travelplan Ltd 5% discount on selected restaurants The Old Forge, Storrington Thirteen Church Street, Storrington Bryces – The Old Schoolhouse, Ockley Sylvan Oak, Findon Village The Star Inn, Alfriston The Town House, Arundel 5% discount on wine purchases from The Old Forge Wine Cellar 5% discount on purchases from The Old Forge Delicatessen Regular Wine Offers

There are many good reasons to join our Connoisseurs Club and we look forward to welcoming new members.

Membership of our CONNOISSEURS CLUB costs just £10 per person for two years. Please call Sussex Local or European Travelplan on 01903 745 451 for more details or email connoisseurs@sussexlocal.net

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Chanctonbury Sports & Leisure •

State-of-the-art gym 2 indoor halls • Outside all-weather floodlit pitch • Wide range of facilities & classes for all levels • Indoor cricket • Crèche Mon-Fri mornings + Saturday morning bounce!

• Birthday Parties • Adult Tennis Coaching

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ELITE MEMBERSHIP FROM £28 A MONTH SPIERBRIDGE R OAD, STORRINGTON

TEL: 01903 746070 www.chanctonburysl.com To advertise on these pages call 01903 868 474 or email advertise@sussexlocal.net 3cm box £60 + VAT for 6 months

B USINESS D IRECTORY Bathrooms UK Bathrooms Ltd Bathroom Suites from stock ♦ Vanity Units ♦ Shower Enclosures Station Approach ♦ Mirrors and Rails Pulborough ♦ Taps and Tiles RH20 1AQ ♦ Great Prices (near Travis Perkins) www.ukbathrooms.info Mon-Fri 9-5 (01798) 872 200 Sat 9-1 ♦

Bookkeeping 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

Carpentry

General Carpentry

J.N.Richardson General Builder Over 30 years experience Free Estimates

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01903 263 886 07976 896 463

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Car Servicing & Repairs

Storrington Auto Repairs Servicing Repairs MOT Air Conditioning Service

Old Mill Drive, Storrington, RH20 4NH

TEL: 01903 746694

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Interior & Exterior Fencing Doors Kitchens 01903 745 949 Wardrobes 07971 000 270 Flooring justaskjay@talktalk.net

Cat Sitting

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Electricians

Holiday Plant Care

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

Take the worry out of leaving your hanging baskets, pots, greenhouse etc • Holiday care provided • Your own Pots and baskets planted just for you • References available

Carole

www.elsonelectrical.co.uk

Cleaning Services

C & C Electrical Services Ltd Colin Mayo

CLEANING SERVICES ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗

Carpet & Upholstery Specialists Reliable Professional Service Domestic & Commercial Fully Trained and Insured Stain, Odour and Allergy Treatments Safe, Non-Toxic & Eco-Friendly

info@shiningknights.co.uk www.shiningknights.co.uk

QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN

01903 700938 • ‘Part P’ & Fully insured M: 07703 • Large or small jobs 253808 •

Any work considered

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

01903 213 465 07816 980 116

01 01903 903 7430 743041 41 Heating/Plumbing

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

barry.gregory@hotmail.co.uk

Professional Cleaning for Homes & Businesses Inc. Carpets & Windows

01903 782825

Electrical Sales

Computer Services

M. LINDFIELD Radio & Electrical Sales 3 High Street Storrington RH20 4DR

LPG and Natural Gas Qualified

Gas Heating Plumbing

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

01903 743 112 520049

07825 234 176 01903 231 283

Financial Advice Drains

R F FINANCIAL SERVICES comprehensive affordable accounting service with no hidden extras

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 Your advertisement here

£10 a month plus VAT Boo online at Book and pay www.sussexlocal.net or call 01903 868474

Bathrooms, Showers Plumbing & Heating

Roger Foregard Sole Practitioner

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

Gardening

Ironing

IRONING MADE EASY If you have too much ironing why not let me lessen your load.

I will iron, with great care, on your premises or I will collect and deliver whenever you need me.

Please ring Margaret on

01903 744 911

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Property Services cont.

Alexander Jewellers

PROFESSIONAL TILING SERVICE

Repairs, Gifts & Valuations Findon 01903 872745

WATCH STRAP & BATTERY SERVICE

Tiling

07702 036 466 01903 892 586

PAINTING AND DECORATING 25 years experience Qualified Excellent references

Free quotations Professional & reliable • • • • •

G RAHAM & CADELL J EWELLERS & V ALUERS

6 HIGH S TREET , STORRINGTON

07917 341535 www.love-your-home.org

Tree Surgery

PETER ROUSE Plasterer &

Plastering decorator Screeding Coving & artex Interior/exterior painting Oak & laminate flooring

01903 892 563 0783 774 8850

01903 743579

www.sussextiler.co.uk

SUSSEX TREES & HEDGES For all aspects of Tree Surgery • C o mp l et e R e mo va l • S t u mp G r in d i n g • P r u nin g • H e d g e T r i mmi n g • C r ow n R e du c t i o n

• D ea d W o o d i n g • G a r de n C l ea r a nc e • F u ll y Q u a lif i e d • Fully Insured

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

Roofing

Locksmiths

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

A .I.S. 01903 877 810 LOCSKMITHS

07980 981 901

Property Services

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

JEMS Roofing

All your roofing needs met

Flat roofing Slating, Tiling Alwitra Single Ply Fascias, Soffits & Guttering Call Martin Younger

01903 742 449 07817 757 589 KEVIN L. JONES

STEVE CHISWELL

TREE SURGERY

Roofing & Building

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

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

01903 872365 07801 295889

01798 813550 / 07968 858087

Window Cleaning

For a free quote call Nigel on

07768 510463 or 01903 745685

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

01903 873137 07845 973338

Taxi Services

Window Cleaning

STORRINGTON CARS •

PRIVATE HIRE

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Interior & Exterior All windows Conservatories Fascias, Soffits 01903 745 949 Gutters 07971 000 270 Year round justaskjay@talktalk.net

ALL MAJOR CARDS ACCEPTED Windows & Conservatories FOUR SEASONS GLAZING LTD WINDOWS , DOORS CONSERVATORIES

Private Hire

01903 745414 07595 067161

01903 87 11 80

www.fourseasonsglazing.biz

just £399.99