WHAT’S ON MAY 2019
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The Olivier Awards 2019
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Contents House and Home P.2 - 27 Heathfield Feature P.18 - 21 Battle Feature P.22 - 27 Food and Drink P.28 - 32 Olivier Awards P.34 - 40 Leisure P.42 - 49 Motoring P.50 & 51 Garden Services P.52 - 59 Wedding and Health P.33, 41, 60 and 61 Nursing and Care P.62 - 69 Animals and Pets. P70 & 71
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How do you encourage artists to work more closely together and how do you get audiences to experience artistic fields outside of their regular interests? Marcio da Silva is leading Hastings Philharmonic into the unknown with his bold venture centring on the seemingly unlikely 80th anniversary of the death of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. Unlikely that is until one realises how inspiring Atatürk was in his own time and how the arts today could come together far more to inspire and encourage the values of democracy and compassion in the face of constant change. The Challenge of Change will, over four days, draw together a wide range of new works, not only in music but in art and poetry. There will be a greater sense of openness between performers and audience, an encouraged interrelationship which it is hoped will encourage more people to engage with the unfamiliar and hopefully become part of the creative whole not just spectators.
What’s On May 2019 Wed 1st May - 10cc
At The Congress Theatre, Eastbourne. 7.30pm. From £34.50. 2019 is set to be another sensational year as the band take their inspirational live show back on the road, performing their timeless hits and more, and always with a surprise or two. 01323 412000.
Wed 1st May - 1812 Fireworks and Proms Concert
At The Bandstand, Grand Parade, Eastbourne. 8pm. A truly iconic tradition that is celebrated every Wednesday evening, consisting of a culmination of concert music ending triumphantly with traditional proms favorites and Tchaikovsky’s 1812 overture accompanied by a spectacular Firework display. 01323 410611.
Wed 1st May - Chamber Music Concert & Young Artists Exhibition
At Kino Theatre, Norman Road, St Leonards On Sea. See advert - top left
Thurs. 2nd May - Reginald D Hunter
At The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings,TN34 1JX. 7.30pm. Celebrating his twentieth anniversary as a comedian living and performing in the UK 01424 462288.
Thurs. 2nd May - Catfish and the Bottlemen
At The Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GR. Following release of their 3rd album The Balance. 01273 290131
Thurs. 2nd - 10th May - Take That Greatest Hits Live
At The O2 Arena, Docklands, London. 6.30pm. To celebrate their milestone, the band have announced eight dates at The O2, performing all their much loved greatest hits live. 0844 856 0202.
Thurs. 2nd May - 10cc
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 7.30pm. Influential art-pop heroes 10cc return to the Royal Albert Hall in 2019 to wrap up their UK Tour. 0207 589 8212.
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Friday 3rd May - Hastings Philharmonic Orchestra
At St Mary in the Castle, Pelham Crescent, Hastings TN34 3AF. 7pm. Violin Concerto Tchaikovsky, Firebird Suite 1919 Stravinsky. See Ad. Page 4.
Friday 3rd May - 2nd June - The Lady Boys Of Bangkok
At The Sabai Pavilion, Hove Lawns, Grand Avenue, Brighton. www.ladyboysofbangkok.co.uk
Friday 3rd May - Tom Jones Tribute
At The Bandstand, Grand Parade, Eastbourne. 8pm. with Tom-Tastic by Martin Jarvis. With his powerful voice, Martin was always compared with Tom Jones. 01323 410611.
Friday 3rd May - Frankies Guys
At The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings,TN34 1JX. A celebration of ‘Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, is a fast paced, energetic production with an authentic live concert feel. 01424 462288.
Friday 3rd May - MARINA - LOVE + FEAR UK Tour
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. Award-winning Welsh singer songwriter MARINA will make her headline Royal Albert Hall debut. The pop innovator returns with her eagerly anticipated fourth studio album LOVE+FEAR. 0207 589 8212.
Friday 3rd - 11th May - Shadowlands
Sat. 4th & 5th May - Classic Car Extravaganza
On the Western Lawns & Wish Tower Slopes, Eastbourne. Magnificent Motors is established as one of the biggest FREE motoring spectaculars on the south coast. With more than 900 vintage and classic cars, motorbikes, buses, and more expected to display on Eastbourne’s Western Lawns and Wish Tower Slopes with live music entertainment in tow throughout the weekend!
Sat. 4th - 12th May - Grand Designs Live
At Excel, Royal Victoria Dock, London. E16 1XL. Based on the Channel 4 series and presented by Kevin McCloud, the show offers visitors top expert advice, new product launches and over 500 specialist exhibitors in six project zones. Whether you’re planning a self-build, renovation or are adding the finishing touches, find ideas and inspiration for your very own Grand Design. www.granddesignslive.com
Sat. 4th May - Film Music Gala
At The Stables Theatre, The Bourne, Hastings. 7.30pm. Shadowlands follows the true story of C S Lewis, at a time in his late 50’s when he is riding high on the success of his series of “Narnia” children’s books, and how he meets and falls in love with an American, Joy Gresham. A Stables Theatre production. 01424 423221
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 3pm. 0207 589 8212. Hear your alltime favourite movie themes and some of the greatest soundtracks ever written in this spectacular film music celebration, perfect for movie fans of all ages. Featuring the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
At The Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GR. 01273 290131 8pm. A compendium of travelers’ tales and the general shenanigans of twenty years as a travelling comedian. With musical virtuosity, surreal tangents and trademark intelligence.
At Tobacco Dock, The Dock, Tobacco Quay, Wapping Lane, London. E1W 2SF. The biggest cat expo in all of Europe and the first event of its kind to come to Central London. In association with TICA, the world’s largest genetic cat registry. https://londoncats.org.uk/
At The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27 1RN. Create the most spectacular bubbles, find out what it is like to stand in a bubble, try to make the biggest bubble you can and even see if you can make a square bubble. Tel: 01323 832731
At The Theatre Royal, New Rd, Brighton. 7.30pm. Join four time Brit Classical Award winner Russell Watson for a very special evening, accompanied by his pianist and guest choir. 0844 871 7615.
Sat. 4th May - Bill Bailey
Sat. 4th - 6th May - Bubbletastic Bank Holiday
Sat. 4th - 5th May - London Cats
Sat. 4th May - A Very Special Evening With Russell Watson
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Sat. 4th May - One Night Of Adele
At The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings,TN34 1JX. 7.30pm. Features the outstanding talents of Sarah Evans. 01424 462288.
Sat. 4th May - Jack and Tim: The Lucky Ones
At The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings,TN34 1JX. In the Sussex Studio. 7.30pm. Britain’s Got Talent Finalists and Simon Cowell’s Golden Buzzer Jack & Tim, first appeared on our screens with their emotive self penned song ‘The Lucky Ones’. 01424 462288.
Sat. 4th May - Richard Ashcroft
At Olympia Grand, London. 7pm. ‘Natural Rebel’ represents the latest chapter in a hugely successful solo career for the former Verve frontman and Ivor Novello winner. www.gigsandtours.com
Sat. 4th May - Avison Ensemble (Dir: Pavlo Beznosiuk)
At OlympiaAt Vinehall School Theatre, Robertsbridge. 7.30pm. Works by Avison, Locatelli, Telemanm, Vivaldi and Bach. 01580 883092.
Sat. 4th - 6th May - Weald of Kent Country Craft Show
At Penshurst Place, Penshurst, Tonbridge, Kent TN11 8DG Tel: 01892 870307. 10.00am - 5.00pm The Weald of Kent Country Craft Show is located in our parkland, outside of the main house and gardens. Visit www.thecraftshows. co.uk for more info and to pre-book your tickets.
Sat. 4th - 6th May - May Day Festival
At Hever Castle & Gardens, Hever, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 7NG. 01732 865224. Hever Castle’s May Day Festival incorporates traditional celebrations to welcome the summer from the mythical Green Man of folklore and Jack-in-the-Green plus Maypole dancing.
Sun. 5th May - The Original Harlem Globetrotters
At The Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GR. 01273 290131 6pm. Every game will showcase incredible ball handling wizardry, rim-rattling dunks, trick shots, hilarious comedy and unequalled fan interaction.
Sun. 5th - 6th May - Dear Zoo
At The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings,TN34 1JX. This production will delight all those who have read the book (both young and old) as it unfolds with child-engaging puppets, music and lots of audience interaction. Sun. 2pm. Mon. 10.30am & 1pm. 01424 462288
Sun. 5th - 6th May - Spring Live
At South of England Showground, Ardingly, West Sussex RH17 6TL 9am-5pm. Enjoy hours of outdoor and indoor fun-filled entertainment when you visit Spring Live!, the quintessential English country fair with a difference. Brimming with activities and attractions for all ages. www. seas.org.uk/spring-live
Sun. 5th May - The Stars In The Round
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 6pm. Enthusiastic young troupes from across the length and breadth of the UK, for the unique opportunity to dance on a huge arena 0207 589 8212.
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Sun. 5th May - Oxford Lieder At Fairlight Hall – Joshua Owen Mills tenor
At Fairlight Hall, Martineau Lane, Fairlight, East Sussex TN35 5DR. Songs by Beethoven, Fauré, Poulenc and Quilter. 01424 814132.
Sun. 5th May - ROH Live: Faust
At The Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. 2pm. 01892 678678.
Sun. 5th May - Symphonic Townend
At The Congress Theatre, Eastbourne. 01323 412000. Bible by the Beach welcome Stuart Townend and the All Souls Orchestra as part of this annual Christian conference in Eastbourne. 9.15pm. £7.50.
Sun. 5th & 6th May - May Fair
At Horam Manor Farm, Horam, East Sussex TN21 0JB. Free entry & parking. Fun for the whole family. See page 47.
Mon. 6th - 10th May - Retirement Living Open Week
The Northern Hotel, 72-82 Sea Road, Bexhill On Sea. 9.30am-4.00pm. See main advertisement page 63.
Mon. 6th May - Paul Mayhew-Archer
At The White Rock Theatre, (Sussex Studio) White Rock, Hastings,TN34 1JX. 7pm. The debut stand-up hour from the multi award-winning co-writer of The Vicar of Dibley. Paul’s co-written or worked on many much-loved comedy shows. 01424 462288.
Mon. 6th May - Jack In The Green
At Old Town, Hastings. From 10.15am. A festival of Morris and other traditional dance with visiting teams from all over England and Europe. Procession on Bank Holiday Monday with music, dance, singing and street entertainment.
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Mon. 6th May - The Nature Of Why
At Brighton Dome, Church Street, Brighton BN1 1UE 01273 709709 Inspired by the wildly creative and iconoclastic theoretical physicist, Richard Feynman, this boundary-breaking, immersive experience rejects the formal conventions of orchestral performance, defying expectation.
Tues. 7th - 11th May - Legally Blonde The Musical
At The Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells. 01892 530613. Eves. 7.30pm, Mats. 2.30pm. Based on the 2001 Hollywood movie, Legally Blonde The Musical is bright, bubbly and filled with feel-good music, high energy routines and sidesplitting humour.
Tues. 7th May - Ben Okri OBE - Adventures in Writing
At Brighton Dome, Church Street, Brighton BN1 1UE. £10. 8pm. Ever since he published his first novel, Flowers and Shadows, Ben has been at the forefront of literary innovation and experimentation. 01273 709709.
Tues. 7th May - Josh Widdicombe: Work in Progress
At The Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. 8pm. Josh tries out new material ahead of his new tour. Age guidance 14+ 01892 678678.
Wed. 8th May - Michael Ball: Coming Home To You Tour
At The Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GR. From £44.60. Don’t miss Michael Ball on his 2019 U.K. tour. 01273 290131.
Wed. 8th - 11th May - Dead Dog in a Suitcase
At The Theatre Royal, New Rd, Brighton. Eves 8pm. Thurs & Sat MAts 2pm. Based on John Gay’s The Beggar’s Opera, Kneehigh’s wild reinvention of this classical musical satire is bursting with wit, wonder and weirdness. Kneehigh’s extraordinary cast of actor musicians shoot, hoot and shimmy their way through this twisted morality tale for our times. 0844 871 7615
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Wed. 8th - 11th May - The Gondoliers
At The Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne. Presented by Eastbourne Gilbert & Sullivan Society. Evenings 7.45pm. Wed & Sat 2.30pm. £16 Thursday £12. Romantic rivalry, mistaken identity and general confusion ensues in this playful comic operetta. 01323 412000.
Wed. 8th May - An Evening with Mark ‘Billy’ Billingham
At The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings,TN34 1JX. 7.30pm. Join TV’s most experienced, highest ranking and most decorated SAS leader and sniper - Mark ‘Billy’ Billingham (Channel 4’s SAS Who Dares Wins) for an evening of inspirational speaking & stories. 01424 462288.
Wed. 8th - 9th May - Elite Sports Expo
At Excel, Royal Victoria Dock, London. E16 1XL. From 9.30am. Elite Sports Expo is the UK’s leading event for human performance, bringing together elite sports clubs, coaches and athletes. This unique forum encourages information sharing, networking and best practice across all sports. www.elevatearena.com/ elite
Wed. 8th May - King of Ghosts - Cine-Concert
At Brighton Dome, Church Street, Brighton BN1 1UE. 7.30pm. Immerse yourself in an atmospheric Indian soundscape as sarod star Soumik Datta and City of London Sinfonia perform a double bill of music for Indian film. 01273 709709.
Wed. 8th May - Les Musicals
At The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings,TN34 1JX. ‘Les Musicals Live Concert Tour’ is the ultimate celebration of Musical Theatre.
Thurs. 9th May - 6th July - Orpheus Decending
At The Menier Chocolate Factory, 53 Southwark Street, London SE1 1RU. Tennessee Williams’ Deep South American drama is directed by Theatr Clwyd’s Artistic Director Tamara Harvey. 0207 378 1713.
Thurs. 9th May - The Horrors
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 0207 589 8212. Cult garage rock band with an exclusive UK performance, playing their 2009 Mercury Prizenominated album Primary Colours in its entirety.
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Thurs. 9th May - Lewis Capaldi
At Brighton Dome, Church Street, Brighton BN1 1UE. 7pm. £21.50. It’s been a whirlwind year for vocal powerhouse Lewis Capaldi, who performed at The Great Escape as a rising star in May 2018. 01273 709709.
Friday 10th May - The Cavern Beatles
At The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings,TN34 1JX. 7.30pm. The show is a Magical History Tour through the works of the greatest pop music phenomenon. 01424 462288
Friday 10th May - Magic at the Musicals
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 7.30pm. Hosted by West End legend Ruthie Henshall and star of Disney’s Aladdin, Trevor Dion Nicholas, the dazzling show, complete with sixty-piece orchestra, is set to wow audiences all over again. 0207 589 8212.
Friday 10th May - Boutique & Artisan Shopping Fair
At The East Sussex Ntional Hotel, Uckfield. 10am-4pm. 60 + boutique owners and artisan makers. Win £50 voucher to spend. See advert on page 43 for full details and £1.00 off entry.
Friday 10th & 11th May - Jasper Carrott’s Stand Up & Rock
At The Congress Theatre, Eastbourne. 7.30pm. do not miss this unique show that gives the opportunity to see and hear great artistes belt out a night of fantastic songs and Jasper back where he belongs......making us laugh! From £22.50. 01323 412000.
Friday 10th May - Beatles Tribute Show
At The Bandstand, Grand Parade, Eastbourne. 8pm. The Beatles For Sale are a superb Beatles tribute. recreating the sound of the Fab 4 in a very authentic way. 01323 410611.
Friday 10th May - Marmen Quartet
At The Theatre Royal, New Rd, Brighton. 1pm. Founded in 2013, the Marmen Quartet is fresh from success in last year’s Royal Overseas League Competition. 0844 871 7615
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Friday 10th May - Jack Dee Work In Progress
At The Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. 8pm. Join Jack Dee as he takes to the road trying out new material for hisforthcoming UK tour. 01892 678678.
Friday 10th - 12th May - A Place In The Sun Live
At Olympia National, London. 10am-5pm. The official exhibition of the Channel 4 TV show and the perfect place to help guide you through the buying process to find your ideal property abroad. Featuring over 150 exhibitors from around the world. www.aplaceinthesun.com/ exhibitions
Sat. 11th May - Once Upon A Princess
At The Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Rd, Eastbourne BN21 3PF 01323 802020. 12 noon & 4pm. This smash-hit glittering production features all your favourite fairytale princesses plus a soundtrack of top pop hits and musical classics that will have the whole audience singing and dancing.
Sat. 11th May - Guns N Roses Tribute Show
At The Bandstand, Grand Parade, Eastbourne. 8pm. The Only Guns N Roses tribute to have performed with 4 different members of Guns N Roses. Guns 2 Roses have authenticity and charisma 01323 410611.
Sat. 11th & 12th May - Motors By the Moat
At Leeds Castle, Nr Maidstone, Kent ME17 1RG. With a host of rare, limited edition vehicles, modified cars, kit cars and American cars on display; this weekend event has something to offer everyone. Witness a spectacular live motor stunt show and a jaw-dropping jet ski display on the moat! 01622 765400.
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the 3rd largest online music destination after YouTube and Spotify and the biggest seller of vinyl on earth. https://cratediggers.com
Sun. 12th May - Garden event - Open Garden
At Pickhams, Hayreed Lane, Wilmington, Polegate, BN26 6RR. 11am - 5pm. Willow Weaving workshop, Needlepoint workshop, Talk on planting, pruning and propagation, art exhibition, garden features and furniture, pots, plants and crafts. Refreshments. Entrance to gardens by donations. To book a craft pitch or a workshop place : www.pickhams.com / 01323 705153.
Sun. 12th May - An Evening with Andy Hamilton
At The Theatre Royal, New Rd, Brighton. 0844 871 7615. 7.30pm. In a four-decade career in comedy Andy Hamilton has worked on everything from Drop The Dead Donkey to Have I Got News For You. He returns with his first ever up close and personal show
Sun. 12th May - Eastbourne Croquet Club Open day
At Saffrons Sports Field, Compton Place Road, Eastbourne BN21 1EA. All welcome between 10am-4pm and “try your hand” and hopefully join as a member. Free coaching available. compton.sec@gmail.com
Sun. 12th May - The Jungle Book
Sat. 11th May - Craft Fair
At St. Barnabas Church, Sea Road, Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 1JG. (Between Railway Station and Seafront) 10am - 3pm. FREE ENTRANCE. See P. 44 for details. Held on the 2nd Saturday of each month.
At The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings,TN34 1JX. 01424 462288 From the producers of the smash hit UK tour of Alice in Wonderland, Wicked Productions in assoc. with Jordan Productions present a brand-new hilarious family production of The Jungle Book.
At The Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. 7.30pm. a fantastic evening of music from shows, folk, hymns, traditional, pop, spirituals and the classics sung in rich 3 4 part harmonies. 01892 678678.
At The Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. 2.30pm. Childrens Show. Follow the story of Midas and his Golden Touch from wishful thinking to gilt-edged guilt. Plus four other stories 01892 678678.
At The Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GR. 10am-11pm. 01273 290131 Discogs Presents Crate Diggers Brighton. The largest vinyl collector’s festival series on earth is coming to Brighton. Discogs
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 7pm. Prepare for the ‘wow factor’ as more than 1,500 singers from The Really Big Chorus raise the roof. English Festival Orchestra. 0207 589 8212.
Sat. 11th May - Orpheus at Trinity Concert
Sat. 11th May - Crate Diggers
Sun. 12th May - King Midas & Other Greek Myths
Sun. 12th May - Verdi’s Requiem
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Mon. 13th - 18th May - Stones In His Pockets
At The Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne. 01323 412000. Eves. 7.45. Wed & Sat Mats 2.30pm. Often hysterically funny, thought-provoking and witty, this wonderful comedy has won numerous awards including both the Olivier and Evening Standard Awards for Best New Comedy, as well as three Tony nominations on Broadway.
Mon. 13th May - Chilly Gonzales
At Brighton Dome, Church Street, Brighton BN1 1UE. 8pm. From £22.50. The Grammy-winning Canadian pianist and entertainer is known as much for the intimate piano touch of best-selling albums Solo Piano I and Solo Piano II as for his showmanship and composition for awardwinning stars. 01273 709709.
Mon. 13th - 16th May - Eric Clapton
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 7.30pm. A limited number of hospitality packages are still available. All other tickets have sold out. 0207 589 8212.
Tues. 14th - 18th May - My Left Right Foot - The Musical
At The Theatre Royal, New Rd, Brighton. 7.30pm. Irreverent, uplifting and provocative, it is a must-see for lovers of humorous musicals. 0844 871 7615
Tues. 14th May - An Evening with Harry Redknapp
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 8pm. The evening will be compèred by Terry Baker, and will feature special guest interviewer Noel Brodie. It promises to be a hilarious and memorable night. 0207 589 8212.
Tues. 14th May NT Live: All My Sons
At The Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. 7pm. Broadcast live from The Old Vic in London, AcademyAward-winner Sally Field (Steel Magnolias, Brothers Sisters) and Bill Pullman (The Sinner, Independence Day) star in Arthur Millers blistering drama All My Sons. An Old Vic co-production with Headlong. £20. 01892 678678.
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Ripley Forge and Fireplaces Ltd, a family run business , has been part of the Robertsbridge community for over 70 years. They have an extensive showroom where you can see a vast range of traditional and contemporary woodburning and multifuel stoves. Their extensive yard and showroom houses a multitude of firebacks, baskets and dogs, as well as a plethora of fireplace accessories and unusual gifts. They offer free out of hours site surveys and installation carried out by Hetas registered experienced fitters. Gates, fencing, general ironwork made to your specification. Ripleys are experienced and skilled Blacksmiths who can offer a bespoke service whether you are looking for fireplace accessories, gates, fencing, traditional ironwork, garden furniture, a barbecue or an unusual garden sculpture, they can manufacture it for you. They are open from Monday to Saturday, 8am to 4.30pm, go and have a look, they are more than just a specialist fireplace shop.
We sell and install only genuine, leading brands of woodburning stoves and multifuel stoves including Aga, Esse, Clearview, Charnwood, Morso, Euroheat, Woodwarm, Stovax, Jotul, Yeoman, Franco Belge and many more. You can view, in detail, most makes and models of stoves and range cookers we currently sell from our showroom based in Heathfield, East Sussex. For more information about Stoves & Range Cookers, or to arrange your FREE visit & quotation, call the showroom on 01435 86 86 86. - 15 -
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eal is a great new lifestyle store in historic Robertsbridge, created by best friends LIzzie and Gillian. The shop is full of stylish must haves for the home. Stunning jewellery, including a bespoke range of English silver made especially for Teal, also ponchoes, scarves and accessories. The fragrance of fig, juniper, ginger and lime greets you as you walk in the door. There is a fabulous selection of cards, French soaps and gifts to choose from. Lizzie and Gillian are keen to bring back the art of shopping, they will eventually have a website (it is the 21st century after all!), but were keen to start with creating an inspirational space where you can get some great ideas. Opening Teal has been a long and difficult road, but Lizzie and Gillian were determined to bring a new shop to add to the already eclectic range of shops and businesses in the village. They both feel that the time is right to bring back personal service with the rise of independent shops as an alternative to the High St and the online offer. Teal is open 6 days per week (closed Sunday), why not make a trip to this great little village and pop in and see Lizzie and Gillian, who would be delighted to see you .
Tues. 14th - 18th May Madagascar The Musical
At The Congress Theatre, Eastbourne. Join Alex (X-Factor 2016 winner Matt Terry), Marty, Melman and Gloria as they bound out of the zoo and onto the stage in this live musical spectacular. From ÂŁ19. Tue - Sat 7.30pm. Thur & Sat 2.30pm 01323 412000.
Wed. 15th May - RSC Live: As You Like It
At The Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. 7pm. 01892 678678.
Wed. 15th May - Opera Boys
At The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings,TN34 1JX. 01424 462288. 7.30pm. The boys are back with a brand new show full of opera, classical, west end and crossover as well as their on-stage banter. Events Continue on page 31
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Heathfield Agricultural Show Saturday 25th May Saturday 25th May is the Heathfield & District Agricultural Show This year will be no exception. Known as the premier one day agricultural show in the south east, the Heathfield Show brings an exciting day out for the young and old. Maintaining its strong embedded history of agriculture, the Heathfield Show still has 10 sheep, cattle, pig and horse competition rings being used throughout the morning and early afternoon to ensure there is plenty for all the family to see and do. Heathfield Show has been chosen as a qualifier show for many of the major breed championship events throughout England. Throughout the day events include the grand parade of livestock, the horse show, working steam, our very own Arts & Craft marquee, trade stands selling products ranging from combine harvesters to spinning tops, from tools of the trade to kitchen sieves, including a shopping arcades. With ever changing displays in the main arena, there is also a Flower Show, Poultry and Education areas and not forgetting our New Enterprise Zone showcasing new businesses in the area who have been trading for less than a year. Attractions in the Main arena include the Monster Trucks. Love them or hate them, there is one sure thing. When the Monster Trucks come to the Heathfield Show the visitor numbers increase! At the moment we are collecting together 10 old cars for the Monster Trucks to crush and rip apart during two, 20 minute displays in the Main Ring. The Shetland Pony Grand National is fun on a completely different scale and with the Inter Hunt Relay taking place in Ring 2 there is activity all over the Showground. Substantial discounts can be obtained by purchasing your tickets in advance from many local outlets or direct on line. Details can be found on the Heathfield Show website. Alternatively, tickets can be purchased on Show day at the gate. There is free car parking and all visitors to the Show receive a free 96 page programme. Ticket prices at the gate are: Adults ÂŁ18 and Children up to the age of 16 have free entry. : www.heathfieldshow.org.
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Battle Medieval Fayre
26th - 27th May
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attle Medieval Fayre is a two-day family event held on 26 May - 27 May 2019 and is based upon the old idea of a Fayre – somewhere to meet your friends, entertain your family, amuse your children, eat, drink and buy good things! This is the Fayre’s 29th year. It is sited on the high street in front of the world famous Battle Abbey. The fayre has a range of medieval theamed stalls, games and attractions for all ages throughout both days. The entertainment is a mix of juggling, jesting, and general tomfoolery. There will be talks by Hands on History and an opportunity to see and try on mediaeval amour and weaponry. Battle’s very own Knights of the Realm will be strutting their stuff with boo-ing and cheering to encourage them in their chivalrous endeavours. Entry is Free. At 1pm on Monday the May Queen and her entourage (accompanied by the Section 5 Drummers) will process down Battle High Street. After the crowning of the May Queen at about 1.30 the children will demonstrate how maypoling should be done.
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alm oil is used in 50% of supermarket products. You may have been rivetted to Sir David Attenborough’s BBC documentary Climate Change: The Facts, as I was. The following products contain no palm oil whatsoever. Be very wary when reading ingredients lists as palm oil is disguised by other names. Be super wary if toiletry products have no ingredients list! All of our products below are 100% natural - a study published in the American Journal of Public Health showed that our largest organ, our skin, absorbs an average 64% total contaminant dosage, some areas of the body 100% - and free from palm oil (and free from many other allergens). They are presented in recyclable glass containers in our bid to reduce plastic waste.
All over multi-purpose moisturising
Bee Pure Face & Body Balm can be used day and night on face, body, hands and feet – it’s a great multi-tasker. As a face moisturiser, it nourishes all skin types, works wonders on chapped dry areas and can reduce the appearance of stretch marks and scars. It’s a great massage balm and perfect for all ages and genders.
Especially for heels
Our feet take a pounding and if you suffer with cracked heels, tough skin and dry nails then Bee Heeled will help soften and nourish the skin. The superhero ingredient is antibacterial PROPOLIS, which is blended with enriched organic natural oils to soften and heal dry cracked feet. Massage the balm into your feet every evening before you go to sleep. Expect to see results within a
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week! It can be applied to sore, cracked hands with similar effect. Great for athlete’s foot, builders and gardeners.
Redressing the balance
The above products are made using honey bees in well managed hives. Honey bees compete with wild bees which are in sharp decline. To help redress this balance, if you use honey bee products, you may wish to recreate in your garden, in a small way, some of the species-rich meadows critical to our bee population (Britain has lost a frightening 96% since the 1950’s). These Beebombs are a mix of 18 British native wildflower seeds designated by the Royal Horticultural Society as ‘perfect for pollinators’. Please, no pesticides, particularly near plants when in flower, as they will kill any bees that crawl over the treated areas.
Aches and pains?
These Aches & Pains Bath Salts are made using pink Himalayan crystal salt, which is a raw, unprocessed and unrefined salt, rich in 84 different minerals that the human body needs to stay healthy. Infused with pure coconut oil to leave your skin soft and supple, and a muscle soothing blend of organic eucalyptus, black pepper and sweet marjoram essential oils, to help relieve stress and tension in the body. FINALIST: Beauty Shortlist Wellbeing Awards 2019 - Best Post Workout Bath Soak.
Non-paraffin candles
This all-natural Inner Peace Soy Aromatherapy Candle is made with 100% pure therapeutic essential oils
of bergamot and ylang ylang to bring relaxation, tranquillity and calm. A relaxing aroma, rich with floral and citrus notes. Soy wax is cleaner than other waxes, burns longer, and is free from harmful toxins and chemicals.
Concerns about asbestos in talcum powder
Following media exposure about Johnson & Johnson’s baby powder, you may wish to try a talc-free alternative. This gentle body powder is a pure, all-natural dusting powder that goes on smooth and leaves your skin soft, silky and fresh. Made with a combination of organic arrowroot and corn starch, skin soothing chamomile and lavender essential oils and soft silky bentonite clay, it absorbs moisture whilst also soothing and refreshing even the most sensitive skin.
Liquid Soap
Made in the ancient “castile” tradition using moisturising extra virgin organic olive oil, and gentle enough even for face and baby’s skin, this is unlike any wash we have found so far. Organic, cold processed and vegan, this mandarin and geranium liquid soap was made without heat to retain the nutrients in its oilbased recipe. Leaves skin smooth and hydrated, well after washing. Paula Williams, Founder of BRITISH design BRITISH made, 64 High Street, Battle, TN33 0AG, helping you to buy British. What you buy here will not have arrived from far flung places or travelled thousands of miles by air and sea. We use 100% renewable electricity, every drop made from British sun, wind and rain. We aim to re-use or recycle at least 90% supplier packaging to reduce landfill. We seek out and promote products that are made with sustainable or recycled materials.
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The Almonry is a 15th century oak framed grade II* listed building surrounding an internal courtyard with a well. The venue offers the choice of an indoor ceremony in the Council Chamber, which is a beamed room with an inglenook fireplace, or the Arbour which is set in the award winning gardens. The Almonry provides an affordable venue for those wanting an intimate ceremony in a unique setting. The Council Chamber can hold up to 30 guests seated or 50 guests standing. The Arbour accommodates up to 15 guests seated or 20 guests standing, although this can be increased with extra seating on the lawn. The delightful garden, which is cared for by Beautiful Battle volunteers, is ideal for photographs and mingling after the ceremony.
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Lasting Powers of Attorney – Can You Afford not to? If you lost the ability to manage your own affairs who would you want to manage them for you? The local authority? The medical profession? Or those who know and love you? People lose mental capacity for many reasons, such as a sudden accident or a medical condition such as dementia, sufferers of which currently number more that 850,000 in the UK. With this in mind, ensuring you have Lasting Powers of Attorney in place to give your loved ones the ability to make decisions for you is essential. Many choose to opt only for the Property and Financial Affairs LPA to ensure the money side of things can be managed and omit to arrange the Health and Welfare LPA but is this decision the right one? Wouldn’t you be concerned about where you lived, what you ate, what care and medical treatment you
were given? Without a Health and Welfare LPA, the decisions regarding these crucial issues could be made by Social Services or the local authority and they may even refuse to let the family have a say. Also, the objectives of a local authority may differ greatly from those of your family. They may, for example, wish to keep costs as low as possible and this may dictate the decisions they make. If these decisions resulted in a serious dispute with the family, your loved ones would have to apply to the Court of Protection for a Deputyship order, a very expensive and lengthy process. Such Health and Welfare orders are rarely granted. With a Health and Welfare LPA in place you will have chosen someone you trust and who knows your wishes to make these decisions for you and to fight your corner if needs be. So when should you put these powers of attorney in place? The short answer is now, while you have mental capacity. You never
know if and when you’re going to lose it - and then it’s too late, leaving a rocky road ahead for your family. Ensure your wishes are carried out by those you love by appointing them as your attorneys. MVL Wills and Trusts of Battle, East Sussex, can help you arrange Lasting Powers of Attorney. A consultation is free and can be held at our offices or in the comfort of your own home. Call 01424 577070 or email info@ mvlwillsandtrusts.co.uk for an appointment.
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Food & Drink
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Wed. 15th May - Jimmy Carr
At The De La Warr Pavillion, Bexhill On Sea. 8pm. 01424 229111.
Thurs. 16th May - John Cooper Clarke
At The De La Warr Pavillion, Bexhill On Sea. 7pm. £28.50. TV & radio presenter, Comedian, Social & cultural commentator. 01424 229111.
Thurs. 16th - 19th May - The London Motor & Tech Show
At Excel, Royal Victoria Dock, London. E16 1XL. The London Motor & Tech Show is the largest retail automotive and technology show in the UK. Manufacturers, suppliers and car dealers will be on hand to show the latest models available in the UK, explain the technology and demonstrate how it all works. With three huge halls, the show is bigger and better than ever, with even more to do and see, including our Live Arena, Live Stage with product demonstrations and celebrity Q&As, and a host of exhibits all guaranteed to create a fun-packed day for the whole family. Thurs. 16th May: 2.00pm-6.00pm. Friday 17th & Sat. 18th May: 10.00am-6.00pm. Sun. 19th May: 10.00am-5.00pm. https://thelondonmotorshow.co.uk/
Thurs. 16th May - ROH Live: Within The Golden Hour, New Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui & Flight Pattern
At The Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. Live Transmission Two recent works and one world premiere showcase the contemporary face of the Royal Ballet. 7.15pm. 01892 678678.
Now Serving Breakfast 8:00-11:30am Wednesday- Saturday
Friday Pizza Night
5:00-9:00pm every week, freshly handmade and baked in our wood fired pizza oven. Delicious traditionally cooked pizza from £5.00 Come along to our monthly quiz and supper night only £6.50 Why not try our range of homemade gourmet burgers from £6.00 Including our famous Mighty Cross
Now Booking For May Bank Holiday
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Get rid of those High Street Blues A recent Radio 4 broadcast, The Untold: High Street Blues, featured three newcomers to Queens Rd, Hastings (it’s a great programme, available on podcast and well worth a listen, https://www.bbc. co.uk/programmes/m0002b8s): White Rhino, a quirky gift shop with a predilection for animals; Queen’s Deli, the home of salt beef, also runs cookery workshops; Printed Matter, an independent bookshop with an emphasis on the intellectual. Queens Rd is fast emerging as one of the most interesting shopping streets in Sussex, with a great range of shops and cafés: the Imperial microbrewery for own brews and pizza; ethnic supermarkets, fresh fruit and veg; unique gift and antique shops; pet shops, salons, tattoos, a sewing shop and a tailor. There is also a great range of specialist shops: Wow custom mirrors and Sea Spray art gallery; Bustles and Bows bridal boutique, Buddy’s cost effective computer repairs. Hastings Baby has expanded, still on Queens Rd, while Chef’s Ware has probably more kitchen products per square metre than any shop in the country.
Thurs. 16th May - La Voix
At The Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Rd, Eastbourne BN21 3PF. 7.30pm. £24. Star of Ab Fab The Movie and Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist, larger than life La Voix dazzles audiences with her incredible voice, natural wit and hilarious impersonations. 01323 802020.
Thurs. 16th - 18th May Cause Celebre
At The Stables Theatre, The Bourne, Hastings. 01424 423221 7.30pm. £13.50. There is something so compelling about a courtroom drama. It’s hard not to be drawn in by a desire to know whodunit – and that’s why they make such good theatre.
Friday 17th May - Olly Murs
At The O2 Arena, Docklands, London. 6.30pm. He has over 17.5m followers across his socials and without doubt is the X Factor’s most successful male artist ever. 0844 856 0202.
Friday 17th May The Summer Of Love
At The Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells. 7.30pm. £27.75. Take a nostalgic journey back to the legendary summer of 1967 in this live celebration of one of the most important cultural events in history. 01892 530613.
Thurs. 16th May - Luther Vandross
At The Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells. 7.30pm. £26.25. The world’s premier show in celebration of ‘The Velvet Voice’ experience – all the hits from his amazing career, culminating over 40 million album sales and eight Grammy awards. 01892 530613.
Thurs. 16th May - 8th June Our Town
At The Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, Regent’s Park, London NW1 4NU. Birth; marriage; death. And everything in between. Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prizewinning play celebrates what it means to be human and the bonds that unite us all. http://openairtheatre.com
Friday 17th May Bruno Mars Tribute Show
At The Bandstand, Grand Parade, Eastbourne. 01323 410611. 8pm. Jeff Dingle as Bruno Mars. He looks like him, sounds like him and has the moves to match. Performing many of Bruno’s greatest hits.
Fri. 17th - 18th May - Distant Worlds: Music from Final Fantasy
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, Maida Vale Singers. 7.30pm. 0207 589 8212.
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Fri. 17th - 18th May English Youth Ballet - Coppelia
At The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings,TN34 1JX. International principal dancers lead an exciting cast of 100 local young dancers. 01424 462288
Fri. 17th May - The Undertones
At The De La Warr Pavillion, Bexhill On Sea. 7pm. From £25. renowned for combining lyrical invention and musical flair with intelligent simplicity. 01424 229111.
Fri. 17th May The Bon Jovi Experience
At The Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Rd, Eastbourne. 7.30pm. £24 01323 802020.
Sat. 18th May - 1940’s Weekend
At The Kent and East Sussex Steam Railway, Station Road, Tenterden TN30 6HE. Enjoy period music, dancers, vehicles, displays and entertainment along the line and travel by steam train! 10am-5.30pm. 01580 765155
Sat. 18th May - Museums at Night: Travels through Time & Space
At The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27 1RN. a fabulous trip through time and space. Be prepared to meet the Captain, Einstein, the Historian and the Space Explorer. Booking essential. £35.00 per adult includes a delicious curry rice and poppadum’s, a cash bar will be available. Tel: 01323 832731
Sat. 18th - 19th May - Vintage Fair
Metropole Lawns, Next to the De La Warr Pavilion Bexhill-On-Sea, TN40 1DP. The event is free of charge. Stall holders, live entertainment, a dog show competition where you can enter your pet, Punch and Judy, Harveys Beer.
Sat. 18th May Dream Mandé: Bamanan Djourou
At Brighton Dome, Church Street, Brighton BN1 1UE. 8pm. Rokia presents emerging Malian musicians with a new take on traditional music. Hosted by Age UK East Sussex to mark its 70th Anniversary. 01273 709709
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Systemic Constellation Counselling When people ask me ‘what exactly is a systemic constellation?,’ I always tell them that it’s best experienced first-hand, in the flesh, as it were. However, in an attempt to demystify the process, I want to share my own experiences with this modality and how it has impacted my life, both personally and professionally. Several years ago, I ran aground while writing a play based on my early childhood years. I attended a systemic constellation workshop in the hopes that it would shift my blocks. The outcome of this session was to turn the play into a film script instead, which has now been successfully optioned by a production company. On deeper levels, the workshop introduced me to a new and dynamic way of working. As a longtime counsellor and also counselling client, I have often felt frustrated by ‘talking therapies’ and have sought out experiential, embodied models, where knowledge and insights are absorbed by
the senses, on the pulses rather than in the head. Systemic constellation offers this. In my own life, it has helped me find my rightful place within the collective systems to which I belong. It has taught me a sense of balance in terms of giving and receiving: energetically, spiritually, materially and physically, and to draw on the tremendous resources of my ancestral field. I have worked with individuals facing terminal illnesses, those grappling with divorce, suicide, addictions, and those feeling uncertain about a chosen path. Many have experienced profound shifts and often report that they feel lighter, less weighed down as a result. I offer systemic constellations in a variety of ways: one to one (in person, by phone or WhatsApp), with couples or small groups, and also with our herd of rescue horses on our farm. If you’d like to explore if systemic constellation is for you, please get in touch.
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Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard
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he winners of the Olivier Awards 2019 with Mastercard were announced at a ceremony at London’s Royal Albert Hall, hosted by Jason Manford. What’s On Magazine was once again invited to cover this star studded red carpet event. Come From Away, Company and The Inheritance led the way, taking home four awards each. Come From Away won Mastercard Best New Musical, as well as Outstanding Achievement in Music, Best Theatre Choreographer (Kelly Devine) and the Royal Albert Hall Award For Best Sound Design (Gareth Owen). Jonathan Bailey picked up his first ever Olivier Award, winning Best Actor in a Supporting Role in a Musical for his portrayal of Jamie in Company. Company also won Magic Radio Best Musical Revival, the Blue-i Theatre Technology Award for Best Set Design (Bunny Christie) and Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical for Patti LuPone.
Matthew Lopez’s play The Inheritance was another big winner on the night, winning American Airlines Best New Play. First-time nominee Kyle Soller won Best Actor for his role in the production. The Inheritance also won the White Light Award for Best Lighting Design (Jon Clark) and the Sir Peter Hall Award for Best Director (Stephen Daldry). Eight of the winners were first-time nominees, including Best Actress winner Patsy Ferran, who won for her performance in Summer And Smoke (which also claimed the award for Cunard Best Revival). Other first-time nominee winners included Chris Walley, who won Best Actor in a Supporting Role for The Lieutenant Of Inishmore, and KobnaHoldbrook Smith, who won Best Actor in a Musical for his portrayal of Ike in Tina – The Tina Turner Musical. An actress who also picked up her first ever Olivier Award was Monica Dolan, who won Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her performance in All About Eve. Best Actress in a Musical was won by Sharon D. Clarke for Caroline, Or Change.
All pictures by What’s On Magazine
Choreographer and director Matthew Bourne was presented with a Special Award by HRH The Duchess of Cornwall, in recognition of his extraordinary contribution to dance. The night featured performances from all the musical nominees: Caroline, Or Change; Come From Away; Company; Fun Home; The King And I; Six; and Tina – The Tina Turner Musical. Disney’s The Lion King, which celebrates its 20th anniversary opened the show with a special performance. Acclaimed West End star Beverley Knight performed during the In Memoriam section of the show, paying tribute to those in the theatre industry who have passed away over the last year. Presenters at the ceremony included Zawe Ashton, Joanne Clifton, Kevin Clifton, Charlie Cox, Arthur Darvill, Danny Dyer, Gloria Estefan, Sally Field, Kelsey Grammer, Tom Hiddleston, Judy Kuhn, Jack McBrayer, Katharine McPhee, Bill Pullman, Shane Richie, Layton Williams, ‘Donna and the Dynamos’ from Mamma Mia (Sara Poyzer, Ricky Butt and Kate Graham), Darcy Bussell and Richard. E Grant.
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Sally Field and Bill Pullman
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Anita Rani
Joanne and Kevin Clifton
Nell Hudson
Jason Manford
Adrienne Warren
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The Winners BEST ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE IN A MUSICAL Jonathan Bailey for Company at Gielgud Theatre BEST ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE IN A MUSICAL Patti LuPone for Company at Gielgud Theatre OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN MUSIC Come From Away – Book, Music and Lyrics: David Hein and Irene Sankoff; Music Supervisor, Arrangements: Ian Eisendrath; Orchestrations: August Eriksmoen; Musical Director/UK Music Supervisor: Alan Berry; and the band of Come From Away at Phoenix Theatre BEST NEW DANCE PRODUCTION Blkdog by Botis Seva at Sadler’s Wells OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN DANCE Akram Khan for his performance in Xenos at Sadler’s Wells BEST ENTERTAINMENT AND FAMILY A Monster Calls at The Old Vic BEST THEATRE CHOREOGRAPHER Kelly Devine for Come From Away at Phoenix Theatre MAGIC RADIO BEST MUSICAL REVIVAL Company at Gielgud Theatre BEST ACTOR IN A MUSICAL Kobna Holdbrook-Smith for Tina - The Tina Turner Musical at Aldwych Theatre BEST ACTRESS IN A MUSICAL Sharon D. Clarke for Caroline, Or Change at Playhouse Theatre CUNARD BEST REVIVAL Summer And Smoke at Almeida Theatre and Duke of York's Theatre BEST NEW COMEDY Home, I’m Darling at National Theatre - Dorfman and Duke of York’s Theatre OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN AFFILIATE THEATRE Flesh And Bone at Soho Theatre WHITE LIGHT AWARD FOR BEST LIGHTING DESIGN Jon Clark for The Inheritance at Young Vic and Noël Coward Theatre ROYAL ALBERT HALL AWARD FOR BEST SOUND DESIGN Gareth Owen for Come From Away at Phoenix Theatre BEST COSTUME DESIGN Catherine Zuber for The King And I at The London Palladium BLUE-I THEATRE TECHNOLOGY AWARD FOR BEST SET DESIGN Bunny Christie for Company at Gielgud Theatre BEST ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE Chris Walley for The Lieutenant Of Inishmore at Noël Coward Theatre BEST ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE Monica Dolan for All About Eve at Noël Coward Theatre BEST NEW OPERA PRODUCTION Katya Kabanova at Royal Opera House OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN OPERA The ensemble of Porgy And Bess at London Coliseum BEST ACTOR Kyle Soller for The Inheritance at Young Vic and Noël Coward Theatre BEST ACTRESS Patsy Ferran for Summer And Smoke at Almeida Theatre and Duke of York’s Theatre SIR PETER HALL AWARD FOR BEST DIRECTOR Stephen Daldry for The Inheritance at Young Vic and Noël Coward Theatre AMERICAN AIRLINES BEST NEW PLAY The Inheritance at Young Vic and Noël Coward Theatre MASTERCARD BEST NEW MUSICAL Come From Away at Phoenix Theatre SOCIETY OF LONDON THEATRE SPECIAL AWARD Sir Matthew Bourne
Darcey Bussell
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Celinde Schoenmaker and Richard Fleeshman
Katharine McPhee
Danny Dyer
Kayte Walsh, Kelsey Grammer and Danielle de Niese
Rosalie Craig
Jonathan Bailey
Harriet Scott
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Chris Robshaw and Camilla Kerslake
Hannah Waddingham
Tamara Rojo
Sophie Okonedo
Martha Plimpton
Monica Dolan
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Katherine Parkinson
Layton Williams
Arinze Kene
David Suchet
Antonia Thomas
Patti Lupone
Luke Pasqualino
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Leisure
Bexhill Museum offers something for everyone – from local history and archaeology to fashion and Bexhill’s motor heritage. The unique collections are housed in a distinctive building which combines the traditional Edwardian with a modern extension. An accredited museum, we hold a number of important objects unique to the local area, including a model of the De La Warr Pavilion, the ‘Old Windmill’ painting by LS Lowry and a restored prototype of the 1950s Elva sports car. We are open daily from February to mid-December: Tuesday – Friday, 10am – 5pm. Saturday, Sunday and Monday, 11am – 5pm. We welcome people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly children and families. Children can do one of our quiz sheets, try the hands-on exhibits in the Motor Racing Gallery or take part in one of our special themed activities throughout the year. We offer a range of fascinating talks, lectures and walks related to the museum collections throughout the year to adult visitors. There is also a busy education programme for schools. Bexhill Museum is an independent charity that relies on volunteer support.
Pictured: Leon Serpollet in his steam car “Easter Egg” (the fastest car in the world at that time) winning Britain’s first motor car race on the seafront at Bexhill 19.5.1902.
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Sat. 18th & 19th May Anglo Continental Street Market
At Devonshire Road, Bexhill On Sea. Around 50 traders bring the taste and smell of the continent. See page 42 for details.
Sat. 18th May - Roy Orbison & The Traveling Wilburys Experience - 31st Anniversary Tour
At Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. 7.30pm 01892 678678.
Sat. 18th May - Dying Matters Event
At Westgate Chapel, Lewes. 10.30am-3.30pm. Talks, Q&A sessions, short films. Free entry. All welcome. See page 66 for details. Sat. 18th May - CELLO AND PIANO RECITAL Nina Kotova and Oliver Poole: “sensitive...elegant” (Gramophone). Opus Theatre, Hastings, 7.30. £15 from opustheatre.co.uk Sat. 18th May - Julian Clary At The Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells. 7.30pm. In this outrageously camp new show Julian Clary will bare his soul as never before in the interests of light entertainment. £27.75 01892 530613. Sat. 18th May - 20th October - FOOD: Bigger than the plate At The Victoria and Albert Museum, Cromwell Road, London, SW7 2RL Inviting visitors to participate, taste and debate, this bold exhibition explores current experiments at every stage of the food system – from compost to table. £17. From gastronomic experiments to urban farming. 020 7942 2000 Sat. 18th May - Status Quo Tribute Show At The Bandstand, Grand Parade, Eastbourne. 8pm. Quo-incidence are an authentic UK tribute to the legendary rockers. 01323 410611. Sat. 18th May - Eliza and Martin Carthy At The Old Chapel, Alfriston 8pm. Seats £25.00 from 01323 841414 Sun. 19th May - Rumours of Fleetwood Mac At The Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells. 8pm. From £27.75. ‘Anniversary Tour’, a brand new show celebrating 50 years of the very best of Fleetwood Mac 01892 530613.
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t 1st Choice Inflatables you can choose from over 300 different Bouncy Castles, Inflatables & Games which we have been supplying to private homes, schools, village fetes and businesses throughout Kent, Sussex, Surrey and South London since 1997. Our ever expanding range all come with
fully compliant safety test certificates and we carry a £10 million Public Liability Insurance cover. We aim to bring to the hire sector the very highest standards in service, equipment and value. We also have fantastic deals on large packages and corporate events.
We pride ourselves on our professional approach to all our clients and we are always looking for new products as we want to keep providing you with great quality fun activities. There has never been a better time to start planning your Fun-Day!
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Phoenix Choir Rutter/Fields Summer Concert Join Phoenix Choir together with the Fletching Singers for an evening of soulful melodies and swinging rhythms that are sure to lift your spirit. John Rutter’s Feel the Spirit is a collection of familiar Gospel songs brought together and given new life to take you on a journey with great energy and expressive harmonies. Michael Fields’ Midsummer Mass has the traditional mass at its heart and masterfully draws upon music spanning time and genres for its inspiration. Soloists Ansy Boothroyd, Lindsay Richardson and Nigel Richards return to complete the ensemble. There will be a retiring collection in aid of Children with Cancer Fund. For more details see phoenixchoir-eastbourne.co.uk
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54th Annual Traction Engine Rally Sat 1st and Sun 2nd June 2019 Since the late 1800’s Claude Jessett’s family lived in Hadlow Down and after Claude married Joyce nearly sixty years ago they spent all their married life in the family home at Tinkers Park. Claude had an interest in all things mechanical and acquired his first traction engine during the Second World War. The engine remains part of the collection, and played no small part in inspiring Claude and Joyce to hold their first steam rally in 1966. Since then there has been an unbroken line in annual Steam Rallies, each one providing a chance to see a fascinating range of exhibits, from the smallest stationary engine driving a water pump, to a huge traction engine designed for ploughing fields. With steam rollers, tractors, cars and motorbikes being just some of the exhibits on show this year’s rally promises to be a wonderful occasion for adults and children alike. The famous Jessett collection of mechanical musical instruments will be in operation, as will the “Great Bush Railway”. Pause to watch the steam engine events while enjoying some hot or cold food along with a pint of Harveys from the beer tent. The Harris family’s traditional fairground has been involved since the first rally and their rides are sure to be a hit with everyone. Then it’s on to the stalls, with all manner of items for sale, from autojumble and tools to books and plants. Right from the start the rally has been in aid of Cancer Research UK and this year is no exception. For more information please visit www.tinkerspark.com - 45 -
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Sun. 19th May - Primavera Ensemble At Fairlight Hall, Martineau Lane, Fairlight, Hastings TN35 5DR. 6pm. Jewels of the Piano Trio genre - Schumann, Mendelssohn and Dvorak are played by the legendary Primavera. 01233 622971 Sun. 19th May - Anthony Horowitz At The Theatre Royal, New Rd, Brighton. 0844 871 7615. 2pm. Anthony Horowitz, one of the country’s most prolific writers, leads a lively talk about the inspirations and passions behind his phenomenally successful Alex Rider series. Sun. 19th May - Carmen Suite / Petrushka At The Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. 4pm. Live Transmission. The passionate one act ballet by Cuban choreographer Alberto Alonso. 01892 678678. Sun. 19th May - The Kingdom Choir At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 7.30pm. The Kingdom Choir are known for their angelic and spellbinding performance at the Royal Wedding, and they will be promoting their debut album Stand By Me during this U.K. tour. 0207 589 8212. Sun. 19th May - Ruby Wax At The Theatre Royal, New Rd, Brighton. 7.30pm. How to be Human is the show you need to help you upgrade your mind as much as you’ve upgraded your iPhone. 0844 871 7615.
Mon. 20 May 2019 - The great impresario Giorgio Vasari
At the Hastings Centre, The Ridge, Hastings TN34 2SA, 2.00 p.m. He was self-opinionated, biased – even vindictive – yet his book Lives of the Artists is still central to Italian Renaissance art.. He was employed by some of the greatest patrons in 16th- century Italy, notably Duke Cosimo I de’ Medici for whom he designed the Uffizi gallery. Lecture by Shirley Smith, run by The Arts Society Rother Valley. Visitors welcome (entrance £7). Enquiries: Kay 01424 775257
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For a day out in the Sussex countryside, with plenty to interest children and adults alike, head to Horam Manor Farm on May Bank Holiday Sunday and Monday. It’s free to enter and free to park. Tucked away behind the new Merrydown housing development, and Horam Village hall, only steps from Horam High Street, you’ll find a romantic cluster of barns and old dairy buildings, now studios and workshops, café and riding stables. On show is agricultural machinery from an age when power was provided by horse or human labour. For the May event The Little White Studio has drop-in art and craft sessions, while the Fishery offers Junior Have A Go fishing and there are pony rides at the Riding Stables. Catch Marco’s traditional Punch and Judy shows, let the children head to the bouncy castle, visit open workshops to see craftsmen at work and maybe try your hand at willow weaving, pottery, print making or paper-making. Browse the stalls and pick up some bargains from the amazing range at Granny’s Attic. Enjoy the BBQ with local produce, and a bar, followed by a walk on the Nature Trails through ancient woodlands and pastures, past streams and Tudor hammer ponds. Horam Manor Farm supports Parkinsons UK, who will be running a tombola. The choir will be singing on Monday. Do come and show your support.
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ans be if of Cajun, Country music in it’s rawest form, Rockabilly or Bluegrass, must surely be overjoyed that finally a true legend of Louisiana music, will come 16th June be stepping out onto the equally legendary stage of 100 Club, Amazingly despite a career stretching back to first half of 1950’s, timeless classic recordings of Rusty & Doug Kershaw, countless albums released over the years both with & without his late brother, Doug has never appeared on London stage before, which sounds inconceivable for artist of his stature,, particularly considering his most famous song “Louisiana, Man” has been recorded by at least 200 artists. Multi instrumentalist Doug Kershaw will be backed the highly professional, versatile, Tales From The Woods Band, the Rockabilly Rebel himself Graham Fenton of hitmaking rocking band “Matchbox” will be in support, guarantee a evening to go down in annals of history for all lovers of roots music, of which we are cruelly deprived of by mainstream media. Tickets can be bought via Tales From The Woods direct, C/O Keith 020 8 460 6941 Mobile 0794 154 0574 or via 100 Club, full details on their website.
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Einstein 100: 25th May - 2nd June This year is the 100th anniversary of the total solar eclipse that first verified Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity. The lens in one of our working telescopes and a lens now on display in our exhibition were used to photograph this historic eclipse on the 29th May 1919. To mark the occasion we will be celebrating throughout the week. During the daytime there will be solar telescopes, talks, fun interactive family-friendly activities and displays. Additional Open Evenings on 25th May, 29th May, and 1st June will include lectures by guest speakers and viewing through the historic telescopes (weather permitting). Visit www.the-observatory.org for more details or call 01323 832731
Tues. 21st - 22nd May - Mark Knopfler
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 7.30pm. Mark Knopfler returns to the Hall for two nights in May 2019 as part of his Down The Road Wherever tour. One of the greatest guitarists of all time. Mark Knopfler has sold in excess of 120 million albums across his Dire Straits and solo career, with many of his songs have becoming standards. 0207 589 8212.
Tues. 21st - 25th May - Chelsea Flower Show
At The Royal Hospital, Chelsea. World-renowned, glamorous and quintessentially British, RHS Chelsea is a truly unique and unforgettable day out. See page 59. www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events
Tues. 21st - 25th May - American Idiot
At The Congress Theatre, Eastbourne. Green Day’s explosive rock musical American Idiot returns to mark the show’s 10th anniversary and the 15th anniversary of the Grammy Award winning original album. 01323 412000.
Wed 22nd May - Still I Rise
At The Theatre Royal, New Rd, Brighton. 8pm. TRIBE//’s debut work Still I Rise is a call to arms performed by an all-female cast. Raw, gutsy emotive and visceral dance work from choreographer Victoria Fox creates a stark world. 0844 871 7615
Wed 22nd May - The Very Hungry Caterpillar
At The Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. 01892 678678. 1pm & 4pm. A timeless classic from the page and onto the stage.
Tues. 21st May - Rokia Traore: Dream Mande - Djata
At The Theatre Royal, New Rd, Brighton. 8pm. A masterpiece of history using wordsmiths and musicians in the Mandinka tradition. The show melds together traditional griot structures with Traoré’s own narrative, to tell the age-old epic of Mandinka civilisation. 0844 871 7615
Wed 22nd - 23rd May - Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
At The Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells. 7.30pm. From £41.75. Featuring Gilson Lavis. with special guests Pauline Black & Arthur “Gaps” Hendrickson from The Selecter. 01892 530613.
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Thurs. 23rd May - Radio Active
At The Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. 8pm. ANGUS DEAYTON, PHILIP POPE, MICHAEL FENTON STEVENS, HELEN ATKINSON WOOD Angus Deayton, Helen Atkinson Wood, Michael Fenton Stevens and Philip Pope reunite to take classic scripts from the award-winning BBC Radio 4 show on the road. 01892 678678.
Thu 23rd May - Trooping the Colour - Major General’s Review
At St Jame’s Park, London. 10am - 12:25pm. The Major General’s Review is the first rehearsal for the Trooping the Colour parade. The procession can be viewed along The Mall or along the edge of St James’s Park facing Horse Guards Parade. A second rehearsal will take place on the following Saturday. The Trooping the Colour parade on the Queen’s official birthday will be on 25 May 2019 at Horse Guards Parade in St James’s Park. Starts at 10am (approx).
Thurs. 23rd May - Chineke!
At Brighton Dome, Church Street, Brighton BN1 1UE. 7.30pm. Works by Copland, Gershwin, Ibert and Weill. 01273 709709.
Thurs. 23rd May - Not Todays Yesterday
At The Theatre Royal, New Rd, Brighton. 8pn. A one-woman politically charged dance. Blending techniques from Indian Bharatanatyam, contemporary dance and theatre. 0844 871 7615
Thurs. 23rd May - The Jam’d
At The White Rock Theatre, (Sussex Studio), Hastings,TN34 1JX. the UK’s leading tribute to the live performance and sound of The Jam. 01424 462288.
Thurs. 23rd - 24th May - Supertramp’s Roger Hodgson
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 8pm. Hodgson helped define a generation of progressive rock as the composer and voice of most of Supertramp’s universally enduring anthems. 0207 589 8212.
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Motoring A celebration of Sir Jackie Stewart at Goodwood Festival of Speed 4th - 7th July 2019
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he 2019 Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard will feature a doublecelebration of the life and career of Sir Jackie Stewart. This year marks not only 50 years since the legendary Scot won his first F1 title, but also his 80th birthday. he Festival will celebrate both by bringing together a number of Jackie’s most famous racing cars – including the first car he ever raced, a rare Marcos Xylon Special, and the BRM P261 in which he clinched his first Grand Prix victory. “The gathering of the very best road, race and rally cars in the world makes the Festival of Speed one of the great events in our country. This year, I am very proud that The Duke of Richmond has chosen to celebrate the 50th anniversary of my first British Grand Prix win at Silverstone in 1969 and, in the same year, my winning the World Championship for the first time,” said Jackie Stewart. “This June also, almost unbelievably,
celebrates my 80th Birthday. Goodwood have assembled a number of special cars from my career, and I hope to drive as many as I can over the weekend. These include the first car I ever raced, and the BRM in which I won my first Grand Prix. It’s a very special celebration which I thank His Grace for.” Born in Dunbartonshire in 1939, Stewart entered his first race in the Marcos in 1961. He won several races in 1962 including one at Goodwood in a Cooper T49. By 1964 Stewart had been signed by Ecurie Ecosse and early that year he came down to Goodwood after the track manager Robin Mackay had seen him testing and tipped off Ken Tyrrell about the new talent. Stewart attended the test alongside Bruce McLaren in the new Cooper T72-BMC, a car Stewart had never seen before. Despite this he was quicker than McLaren and Ken Tyrrell signed him on the spot to the Formula 3 team. Even with numerous offers from F1 teams,
Stewart opted to stay in Formula 3 and Formula 2 before making his Formula 1 World Championship debut in 1965 for BRM, winning the Italian Grand Prix and finishing the season 3rd. Three World Championships would follow, winning in 1969 for the Ken Tyrrell-run Matra squad, before a brace of titles for Tyrrell Grand Prix in 1971 and 1973. While Stewart is known for his success on track, he is equally synonymous for his work in improving safety in motorsport. Stewart’s safety crusade helped make safety measures such as pit crash barriers, seatbelts and fullface crash helmets mandatory. He is directly responsible for countless lives being saved over the last few decades in motorsport. Tickets for the Festival of Speed are available from ticketing.goodwood.com and from Goodwood Customer Sales on 01243 755 055.
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Brett Tyres Under New Ownership
artin, the new owner, has worked in the tyre industry since leaving school. He had his own fast-fit tyre business in South London for 28 years before selling up and looking for somewhere closer to home in Sussex. He saw Brett Tyres for sale, due to the previous owner having health problems, and could immediately see the potential in the family run business which has been serving the Bexhill area since 1971. “I could see Brett Tyres had the same values as I have in business - always aiming to give customers great service, honest advice and the best prices”. Lee, the manager, lives in Bexhill with his wife and two small children, and has 21 years’ experience in the tyre world, 10 of those with Martin at his last business. “I’m really excited about working alongside Martin in this new venture and bringing our expertise and friendly service to the local area.” Kai, 19 lives in Bexhill too, and is a great addition to the small team. He worked for Brett Tyres with the last owner and Martin and Lee are supervising his training and career development. The new-look business will continue to offer all makes of tyres for all vehicles and budgets, wheel-alignment, punctures, brakes, batteries and general servicing. Further details can be found on the Brett Tyres website www.brett-tyres.co.uk and Facebook page both of which will see make-overs in the coming months to reflect the new-look business. Brett Tyres is now open again on Saturdays 8.30am - 2pm, in addition to the normal weekday hours of 8.30am to 5.30pm and looks forward to welcoming customers old and new to the new-look premises in Brett Drive.
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Garden Services
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Friday 24th - 26th May - Bike Shed 2019
At Tobacco Dock, The Dock, Tobacco Quay, Wapping Lane, London. E1W 2SF. The biggest independent motorcycle show in the world, is back for its 10th Edition. Bikes, food, bars, gear, coffee, music, lounges, barbers and tattooists. This year we also have a 250-seat cinema for a weekend of screenings. www.tobaccodocklondon.com
Friday 24th May - The Illegal Eagles
At The Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells. 7.30pm. The World’s Official No.1 tribute to the legendary rock band. 01892 530613.
Friday 24th - 27th May - Alfresco Festival
At The Hop Farm Family Park, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Kent TN12 6PY. 1pm - 03.00am. Alfresco will be playing host to a range of different artists on the electronic music spectrum. Early line up announcements include 2ManyDJ’s, Erol Alkan and Joey Negro with many more to be added. 01622 872068.
Friday 24th - May - Jess Robinson: No Filter
At The Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. 8pm. Multi-awardwinning Jess Robinson returns with more spot-on celebrity impressions, musical comedy and stunning vocal gymnastics. 01892 678678. Friday 24th May – 27th May Art Exhibition At the Studio, De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill on Sea TN40 1DP 10.00am – 5.00pm. FREE ENTRY. Wonderful variety of art and craftwork all by local members of Bexhill Artists Workspace. Pay car park and free street parking. Bar & café in the DLWP. bawuk.org 01323 760112
Tom’s Groundworks - We are available for site visits to give you an idea on costs and advise on new builds, extensions, refurbishments, driveways and hard landscaping. We are happy to provide customer references and testimonials from completed projects. Our service includes a free written quote which will come with constructive and tailored advice to get the best results. You can find us on the My Builder website at www.mybuilder.com
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Late Spring at Pashley Manor Gardens At Pashley you will discover 11 acres of beautiful vistas - the culmination of a lifetime of passion for gardening. Sweeping herbaceous borders, historic walled garden, the Grade I listed house as a backdrop … then, of course, the plants! Flower beds overflowing with perennials and annuals – the look changing through the seasons, but always abundantly filled. From Easter Monday, every day to 7th May, a spectacular Tulip Festival sees the garden carpeted with over 35, 000 tulips, creating stunning scenes. Yet more tulips are on display as cut flowers in the Bloms Bulbs marquee. Bloms, winners of sixty seven Chelsea Gold Medals, are on hand throughout the Festival to share their knowledge of these beautiful bulbs and to take bulb orders. Later in May Pashley Manor is proud to host an exhibition and sale of over 150 pieces of sculpture during the Sculpture in Particular event. The garden’s sweeping vistas, formal walled gardens and winding woodland paths create the perfect landscape for sculpture, with some pieces providing focal points while others are tantalisingly glimpsed amidst trees and flowers. There is sculpture on display all season from April to September but during the eight days of the Sculpture in Particular event this is complemented by the exhibition of smaller pieces in the house. Add to all this a Café and Terrace with excellent garden views serving delicious homemade lunches, scones and cakes; Sculpture and Art Exhibitions; a Gift Shop with Plant Sales and a friendly, knowledgeable team waiting to welcome you, and the recipe for a wonderful day out is complete.
who verify all our references and insurance cover. We have several teams of experienced tradesmen and will assign you a named project manager, a time line for the work and regular progress reports. We can carry out demolition work and have our own crusher to turn rubble into hardcore on site. Our efficient office staff are ready and waiting for your call and they are experienced at chasing the best prices for material costs.
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Friday 24th - May - Hastings Comedy Gala
At The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings,TN34 1JX. 7.30pm. Presenting a night of comic brilliance starring David O’Doherty, Tom Allen, Joe Wilkinson, and Zoe Lyons. 01424 462288
Fri. 24th - 27th May - Mind Body Spirit Wellbeing Festival
At Olympia National, London. Inspirational and motivational speakers, along with musicians, artists and performers from across the globe. Meet a whole host of exhibitors presenting wellbeing products, organic food, therapies, jewellery, holistic retreats, treatments, meditation, supplements & healing products. www.mindbodyspirit.co.uk/london
Fri. 24th - 26th May - MCM London Comic Con
At Excel, Royal Victoria Dock, London. E16 1XL. Meet special guests from the world of TV and film, voice actors and more, while exploring the Comic Village packed with artists, writers and graphic novels; watch on-stage panels, play the latest games. www.mcmcomiccon.com
Fri. 24th May - Jersey Boys Tribute Show
At The Bandstand, Grand Parade, Eastbourne. 8pm. “The Ragdolls” take you on a journey through the career of one of the most successful bands of all time, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. 01323 410611.
Fri. 24th May - Strictly Come Dancing - The Professionals
At The Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GR. 7.30pm Enjoy the incredible talent of these world-class dancers as they perform exquisitely choreographed Ballroom and Latin routines with all the sequins, sparkle and stunning production values we have come to know and love! 01273 290131.
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Fri. 24th - 25th May - Varhung - Heart to Heart
Theatre Royal, New Rd, Brighton. Eves 8pm. Sat Mat 2pm. Ancient Taiwanese cultural traditions are brought up to date by one of the Pacific island’s premier indigenous dance-theatre companies. 0844 871 7615.
Fri. 24th May - Rita Ora
At The O2 Arena, Docklands, London. 0844 856 0202. Rita has already cemented herself as one of the UK’s most successful pop acts of the decade and performed around the world to critical acclaim.
Sat. 25th May - Eastbourne Carnival
The Carnival procession will take place from the Western Lawns to Princes Park. Starts 2pm. This years theme - Colourful Eastbourne. http://www.eastbournecarnival.co.uk
Sat. 25th May - The Ultimate Tribute to David Bowie
At The Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Rd, Eastbourne BN21 3PF £23.50. Brought to you by Jean Genie and full band 01323 802020.
Sat. 25th - 26th May - Heroes & Villains
At Olympia West, London. Immerse yourself into the world of heroes & villains and learn what it takes to be a superhero by participating in fun obstacles, games of skill, and maybe even gain a superpower too. heroesfanfest.com/london
Sat. 25th May - 2nd June - Einstein100
At The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27 1RN. The 100th anniversary of the total solar eclipse that helped to support Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity. Lots of events throughout the week. See www.the-observatory.org Tel: 01323 832731
Sat. 25th May - 1st June - Sculpture in Particular
At Pashley Manor Gardens, Ticehurst, East Sussex TN5 7HE. Saturday 10am to 5pm. Admission £11.00. As well as the sculpture in the gardens for these 8 days there is a display and sale of smaller sculpture in the front hall of the house. www.pashleymanorgardens.com 01580 200888
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Round Wood of Mayfield Heathfield Show Specials Round Wood are a mainstay of the Heathfield Show. They have exhibited at the event for over 15 years in succession and won several awards, including best trade stand (most recently in 2017). They will be in their familiar spot near the South Western end of the showground again this year, displaying a wide selection of items from their range including oak framed buildings, decking boards, floor boards, joinery and garden features. Many of the garden features will be available to take away on the day at show special prices: (See Page 20)
Show Special Details 60cm Mild Steel Firepit - £25 Half Whisky Barrel Planter - £30 105cm Wrought Iron Obelisk - £7.50 27cm Clayfibre Chelsea Box - £10
Sat. 25th - 27th May - Sussex Street Food Festival
At The Stade, Hastings TN34 3FJ. Catering for all with vegan, gluten free and vegetarian vendors, there is truly something for everyone. As a completely free and family friendly event this is something you don’t want to miss out on if you love sampling quality food and drink in the sun. To guarantee entry book your free ticket here: www. streetfoodwarehouse.co.uk
Sat. 25th May - Neneh Cherry
At Brighton Dome, Church Street, Brighton BN1 1UE. 8pm. £22.50. Iconic Swedish singer-songwriter shares her new album Broken Politics. A continuation of Neneh’s collaboration with Four Tet’s Kieran Hebden 01273 709709
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RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2019 Award-winning landscape and garden designer Helen Elks-Smith returns to RHS Chelsea 2019 (2125 May 2019) with her first Main Avenue Show Garden for Warner Edwards Gin. The Warner Edwards Gin Garden, which will be Helen’s second garden at RHS Chelsea and her first on Main Avenue, is inspired by the natural springs at Falls Farm in Northamptonshire – the home of Warner Edwards Gin and Distillery – and has been designed using a sequence
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of structures and techniques to create multiple water features, which run quietly through different areas of the garden creating gentle arcs and streams before they emerge again in the garden. The garden will feature a series of complex drystone walls that form a central pavilion, with two large cantilevered roofs and a central ‘chimney’ where water will flow down through a string of copper ‘fins’, mimicking the internal engineering of “Curiosity” the Warner Edwards’ copper pot still, before disappearing into the ground.
The striking central pavilion, with its floating cantilevered roofs and protruding water rills, will have a distinct linear quality, inspired by the landscape and offering a nod to Frank Lloyd-Wright’s iconic ‘Fallingwater’ where the organic architecture provides a harmonious union between design and nature. Ahead of the pavilion and surrounded by ornamental planting, a sheltered seating area will anchor and balance the design and create a contemplative space or ‘hortus conclusus’ from which to admire the landscape.
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Wedding, Health & Wellbeing
Sat. 25th - 27th May - The Kent Garden Show
AAt The Kent Event Centre, Detling, Nr Maidstone, Kent ME14 3JF. 9.30 am until 5 pm. over 300 exhibitors with a wide variety of goods on display and for sale. Jacqueline Aviolet will be in attendance all weekend to give answers to your gardening questions. Jim Buttress will be in attendance on Saturday. www.kentgardenshow.com
Sat. 25th May - Heathfield Agricultural Show
At Little Tottingworth Farm, Broad Oak, Heathfield, East Sussex, TN21 8UE. 8am-5:15pm. Known as the premier one day agricultural show in the south east, the Heathfield Show brings an exciting day out for the young and old. See page 18
Sat. 25th May - ELO Again
At The Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne. 7.30pm. £26.00. ELO AGAIN are back with their stunning ‘Return To The Blue’ tour, celebrating the truly universal music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra. 01323 412000.
Sat. 25th May - The Vamps
At The O2 Arena, Docklands, London.6.30pm. Fresh from a US promo tour where they performed on some of the biggest TV shows in America, they now return to the UK with the announcement of their Four Corners UK & Ireland 2019 Tour. 0844 856 0202.
Sat. 25th May - The Elvis Tribute Artist
At The Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GR. 6.30pm. Direct from the USA - the world’s most successful Elvis tribute artiste of all time, Shawn Klush, and the incredible Dean Z, also Grand Champion of The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Contest. 01273 290131
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The new season’s make up from RVBLAB The Make Up is now available at NU-U The Beauty Room in Burwash – glamorous, sophisticated, high impact make up with ultra-thin pigments, a soft touch & a bright finish. Come and try it! During May there will be an offer on ½ hour Make Up appointments for a special price of just £10.00 so that you can try the new season’s colours. On that appointment if you choose to buy 3 or more full price make up products, the make up session will be free of charge. Please call to make an appointment so that you don’t miss out. There is also an offer on the new sun care range from Diego dalla Palma Professional which have Bronzyl & DNA Smart Protection, UVB UVA IR new generation photostable filters and are water resistant. In May, with any 3 sun products purchased you will receive a free beach towel worth £12.50. Call Sue on 01435 882379 to book an appointment.
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Nursing and Care Sat. 25th - 27th May Medieval Jousting Tournament
At Leeds Castle, Nr Maidstone, Kent ME17 1RG. England vs France. Witness the ultimate battle of ancient combat skills! Thrill at the sight of armoured knights representing both countries competing for the Leeds Castle International Cup on powerful combat horses across four challenging events! 01622 765400
Sun. 26th May - A Child Of Our Time
At Brighton Dome, Church Street, Brighton BN1 1UE. 7.30pm. From £12.50. Beethoven’s Concerto for Violin, Cello and Piano in C major, popularly known as the Triple Concerto, is performed by young artists Trio Isimsiz. This special concert is performed by the Philharmonia Orchestra alongside Brighton Festival Chorus and a cast of worldclass soloists. 01273 709709
Sun. 26th May Jimi Hendrix Tribute Show
At The Bandstand, Grand Parade, Eastbourne. One of the best tribute bands around, (Are You Experienced )they play all of Hendrix’s greatest hits with an authenticity which die hard fans will love. 01323 410611.
Sun. 26th May - The Guilty Feminist
At The Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GR. 7.30pm. Comedian Deborah Frances-White and her guests explore the noble goals of 21stC feminists. 01273 290131
Sun. 26th May The Nat King Cole Songbook
At The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings,TN34 1JX. 7.30pm. Starring Andy Abraham 01424 462288.
Sun. 26th - 27th May Battle Medieval Fayre
On the Abbey Green, Battle from 10am daily. Battle Medieval Fayre is a two-day family event based upon the old idea of a Fayre – somewhere to meet your friends, entertain your family, amuse your children, eat, drink and buy good things! The Fayre offers stalls, games and entertainment throughout both days. See pages 22 - 27.
Sat. 25th - 27th May - Mariah Carey
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 8pm. Mariah Carey, the legendary pop diva and one of the best-selling female artists of all time, is making her Royal Albert Hall headline debut in May 2019 with a rare three-night residency. Her upcoming Caution World Tour comes off the back of the release of the iconic chanteuse’s critically acclaimed 15th studio album Caution 0207 589 8212.
Sat. 25th May - Ruby Wax
At The Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells. 7.30pm. £24.75 ‘How to be Human’ is the show you need to help you upgrade your mind. With a little help from monk Gelong Thubten, who explains how the mind works, and neuroscientist Ash Ranpura who explains where everything that makes us ‘us’ can be found in the brain. 01892 530613.
Sat. 25th May - Brian McKnight
Live in Concert. At The indigo at the O2, Docklands, London. American R&B singersongwriter, arranger, producer, and musician. 0844 856 0202. 7.30pm.
Sunday 26 May – Cranbrook Goes Nuts in May again! From 10am to 4pm Cranbrook High Street will be filled with stalls selling plants, amazing crafts, wooden planters, local foods, art, hands-on children’s activities, face painting, goody bags, decorated wellies competition, Weald of Kent Morris, bands, delicious bread, honey, micro herbs, food and drink on the go! Also St Dunstan’s Church tower tours, Union Windmill and Cranbrook Museum. Free entry and free parking – altogether a great family day out! Cranbrookgoesnutsinmay.co.uk or find us on Facebook.
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ealden’s new crematorium to open in May The exciting new crematorium which Wealden District Council is building just south of Horam (on the A267) opens in May. The Council is keen to let the public see the care it has taken with this project and plans to have a public open day when you can take a look round, including a peek behind the scenes if you wish to. The date for the open day will be announced soon. There are many myths surrounding the cremation process and so this will be an excellent opportunity to see what actually happens and to get answers to your questions. To keep in touch with what’s happening you can email: crematorium@wealden.gov.uk, visit the website: www. wealdencrematorium.co.uk or call: 01323 443400.
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It is a sad fact that losing a loved one or dear friend at some time in our lives is inevitable, however to have caring, expert help and advice afterwards can be invaluable!
fter losing a loved one, many of us will be experiencing a wide range of feelings from shock to great sadness, and yet at this time you will be called upon to make some very important decisions almost immediately! The arrangements and list of tasks may seem never ending, from collecting and registering the death certificate, choosing undertakers, arranging flowers through to booking venues and menus, as well as of course, informing family and friends it all has to be done. However, this is just the start. Thankfully you no longer have to go through it all alone. Bereavement-PA is a totally bespoke and personal administrative support service, offering you help and advice through this stressful time. The funeral day will come and go leaving few of us prepared for the bewildering amount of red tape and paperwork which will no doubt follow over the coming days and weeks. The lengthy and sometimes heart wrenching task of sorting through old
files stacked with documents from pension providers, insurance companies, banks, building societies, savings, investments, councils, service providers; gas, electric, water, and much more, even down to the DVLA! You will need to liaise directly with each and every one of these organisations swiftly to avoid future problems. The Bereavement-PA team will do all of this for you, sympathetically and efficiently making all the essential notifications and changes where necessary to ensure your peace of mind, and avoid unwanted communications addressed to the deceased. We will ensure all the registrations are made in the correct names and deal with all the correspondence on your behalf. Here at Bereavement-PA we will be able to help you at any stage of your bereavement. We are a unique and genuinely caring, confidential service, developed by those with personal experience and expertise in the many areas associated with bereavement.
PA stands for ‘Personal Assistance’ which is exactly what we will provide you with when you contact us. It is easy to work with Bereavement-PA as you can choose exactly what you would like us to help you with, and at what stage, we go through everything with you. We can also help you to plan ahead and give advice if you are expecting a bereavement in the near future. This ensures that arrangements are in place prior to the passing of a loved one, which provides reassurance that at least some of the necessary responsibilities and administration will already have been prepared and taken care of. Looking to the future when Probate or Grant of Representation is available, we can also advise and help you with properties, including clearance, letting and sales. Bereavement PA keeps your information totally confidential and works tirelessly to ensure that your bereavement experience is as stress free as possible.
We can’t take away your sadness, but we can at least take away some of the stress.
To find out more why not talk to Bereavement-PA now on: 01424 576357 or e-mail us: carol@bereavement-pa.co.uk
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Trisha Wood Contemporary Artist: Creates memorial jewellery with respect, empathy and care. Unique and everlasting tributes for your lost loved ones and pets. With a background in Palliative Care she understands the desire to have your loved one forever close to you. Trisha expertly hand crafts each memorial piece of jewellery in her home studio located on the Kent / Sussex borders. For peace of mind appointments are welcome for delivery of ashes and collection of your memorial pieces. Each piece is meticulously hand-crafted and made in high quality solid silver, inlaid with enamel then set with high sheen resin. All beautifully gift wrapped, Includes free UK Special delivery postage. Richard Green Funeral Service are the only independent family owned and run funeral directors in Lewes and Uckfield. On Saturday 18th May they are hosting a free Dying Matters Event at Westgate Chapel, Lewes, BN7 1XH, from 10.30 am to 3.30pm. This is an opportunity to discuss topics around dying and funerals with professionals in a friendly setting. There will be presentations, a Q&A Session, short films and information on a range of subjects. Emily Clare explained “We’re always happy to chat about various funeral options available to people, but not everyone is comfortable in starting the conversation. We hope this event will provide a relaxed way for people to talk and ask questions. Please drop in for a cup of tea, piece of cake and a chat”.
Town and Country Homecare Our aim is to help people to remain in their own homes for as long as possible and to asssist those who need help due to frailty, disability or illness to live as independently as possible with comfort and dignity. Between us we have a combined total of 80 years experience in the care industry and it is our mission to provide a high quality, reliable and responsive service tailored to the unique needs of each service user. Our Private Care Service is able to provide a package of care, tailored to suit an individuals exact needs. This could give you or your relative many more years of living at home, at a fraction of the cost of living in a care home. Our staff are all DBS checked, fully trained and can help with both Personal Care and/or Domestic Care. We welcome Service Users who are privately funding their care as well as Service users who receive a Direct Payment or use the Kent Card. Our “Private Care Service” business looks after more than 150 service users in their own homes, whilst continuing to provide seervices to both Kent and East Sussex County Councils. Call today and make your life just a little bit easier
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Dying Matters Week 2019
Dementia Action Week 2019
This annual week has the aim of raising awareness of and conversation around death, dying and bereavement and getting it on the national agenda. This year it runs from the 13th to the 19th May and has the theme ‘Are we ready?’.
Dementia Action Week (20 - 26 May 2019) unites people, workplaces, schools and communities to take action and improve the lives of people living with dementia. Almost all of us know someone affected by dementia. But too many people living with dementia report feeling cut off from their community, losing their friendships and facing dementia alone. Having dementia shouldn’t mean an isolated life. And it doesn’t have to. Simple actions from us all can create supportive communities - where people living with the condition can continue to socialise with others, hop on the bus, go to their favourite shops or take part in local activities for as long as possible. We all have a role to play in making the UK a dementiafriendly place to live and that’s what Dementia Action Week is all about. Find a Dementia Action Week event near you
This question can be applied in different ways: are we ready for our own deaths, or the deaths of those we care about? Do we have a will, a funeral plan or an advance care directive? And for some, it’s an emotional, even spiritual question. Many won’t have taken care of the practical aspects, which include organ donation and planning future care. And even for those who have, the emotional aspect is still challenging - who is ever really ready? Such questions are best faced with the help of others and during the week many charities, companies and organisations will be laying on events to help you with all aspects of ‘Are we ready?’. Find out more at dyingmatters. org/AwarenessWeek.
www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-involved/dementia-action-week
St Wilfrid’s Hospice will have a presence at its shops, asking what you would love to do before you die and signposting practical help and advice. During the week, it will also launch its new Sussex-wide service for bereaved children and young people, The Seahorse Project. And, if you don’t have a will in place yet, local solicitors will create or amend existing wills during St Wilfrid’s Free Wills Month in June, in return for a gift or donation to the hospice. Find out more at stwhospice.org.
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Celebrate Life A Celebration of life is always a good idea, especially when the we know the someone special has a shorter time with us than would have been preferred. Think of it as a Birthday in reverse, it’s when you get to say thank you to those who have been important to you and your family. The Celebration of Life is a thoughtful way to ensure the ones who are left behind are not left in a position of isolation as often happens after a loss. We are not a hotel, just a large private home with an impeccable reputation for creating memorable events. Each event is crafted around your objectives everyone attending will instantly feel at ease and of course with every Celebration you have exclusive use. We look forward to helping you create a Celebration of Life which could also include a renewal of Vows as we are fully licensed. There is nothing to see from outside the gates and appointments are essential
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Sun. 26th May - Craig Charles Funk & Soul Club
At The De La Warr Pavillion, Bexhill On Sea. All day beach terrace and auditorium party. From 2pm-11pm. From £30 01424 229111.
Sun. 26th May - Walk Right Back
At The Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells. 7.30pm. From the producers of That’ll Be The Day, the show tells the story of the most successful duo of all time - The Everly Brothers. 01892 530613.
Tuesday 28th May - My Great Orchestral Adventure
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 2pm. Visit Jurassic periods and Classical eras as you travel through the ages. See the sights and hear the seminal sounds of the past. We’ll be singing, dancing and best of all, a full symphony orchestra will bring our adventure to life. 0207 589 8212.
Tues 28th May - An Evening with Mark Knopfler & Band
Mon. 27th May - Olly Murs
At The O2 Arena, Docklands, London. Hailed as one of the greatest guitarists of all time, Mark Knopfler has sold in excess of 120 million albums across his Dire Straits and solo career. 0844 856 0202.
Mon. 27th May - 1st June - Rocky Horror Show
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 7.30pm. Celebrating ABBA’s greatest hits in all their sparkling, show-stopping glory, West End stars Abbie Osmon and Emma Kershaw perform an amazing line-up of the Swedish pop group’s timeless classics with the amplified Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. 0207 589 8212.
At The Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GR. Doors 6.30pm. Olly Murs Is Back! Following the release of his swaggering new single ‘Moves’ featuring Snoop Dogg, Olly Murs returns with his dazzling new album ‘You Know I Know’. 01273 290131
5.30pm & 8.30pm. From £16. 01323 412000.
At The Congress Theatre, Eastbourne. Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical returns to the UK as part of a sell-out worldwide tour, having now been seen by over 30 million theatregoers. Monday - Thursday 7.30pm. Friday & Saturday
Mon. 27th - 31st May - Napoli, Brooklyn
At The Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne. Direct from Broadway and prior to London, don’t miss this exceptional true story in the tradition of Arthur Miller. Set in 1960, Brooklyn, New York. Evenings 7.45pm. Wednesday 2.30pm. 01323 412000.
Tuesday 28th May - 16th June - Terror
Booking via Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. Enter the courtroom. Hear the evidence. Make your judgement. Evenings 7pm Matinees 2pm Saturdays and 2.30pm Sundays. A hijacked plane is heading towards a packed football stadium. Ignoring orders to the contrary, a fighter pilot shoots the plane down – killing 164 people to save 70,000. Put on trial and charged with murder, the fate of the pilot is in the audience’s hands. See www.trinitytheatre.net/events
Wed. 29th May - Abbaphonic
Thurs 30th May - NT Live: All About Eve
At The Trinity Theatre, Church St, Tunbridge Wells. 7pm. Gillian Anderson (X-Files, NT Live: A Streetcar Named Desire) and Lily James (Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again) lead in All About Eve, broadcast live to cinemas from the West End in London. 01892 678678.
Thurs 30th May - Tower Of Power
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 7.30pm. R&B-based horn section and band Tower of Power will bring their soul and funk-infused big-band sound to the iconic Royal Albert Hall for the first time in 2019 to celebrate their 50th anniversary. 0207 589 8212.
Thurs 30th May - The Amazing Adventures of Pinocchio
At The Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Seaside Rd, Eastbourne BN21 3PF 1.30pm & 5pm. Immersion Theatre are thrilled to present a brand new, musical adaptation of the much-loved classic, Pinocchio! 01323 802020.
Friday 31st May - The Animals and Friends
At The White Rock Theatre, White Rock, Hastings, TN34 1JX. With original Animals John Steel and Micky Gallagher. 7.30pm. 01424 462288
Friday 31st May - Kevin Clifton in Burn The Floor
At The Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells. 7.30pm. Combining jawdropping choreography and ground-breaking moves, Burn the Floor brings their famous, infectious and rebellious energy to the stage every single night in the UK, starring Strictly Come Dancing favourite Kevin Clifton, and Italian heart-throb, Graziano Di Prima. 01892 530613.
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Friday 31st May - Maren Morris
At The Royal Albert Hall, London. 7.30pm. Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Maren Morris will make her Royal Albert Hall debut in May 2019 as part of GIRL: THE WORLD TOUR. 0207 589 8212.
Friday 31st May - Queen Tribute Show
At The Bandstand, Grand Parade, Eastbourne. 8pm. Over 15 years on tour, Mercury is now established as one of the world’s most authentic tributes to Freddie Mercury and Queen. 01323 410611.
Friday 31st May - The Vamps
At The Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GR. 6.30pm. The Vamps are one of the most successful British bands, achieving a huge amount of success and acclaim all over the globe. £13.95 01273 290131
Friday 31st May - 8th June - Stepping Out
At The Stables Theatre, The Bourne, Hastings. A Stables production of the heart-warming, tap-dancing comedy, directed by Tim WormleyHealing. 01424 423221
Sat. 1st & Sun. 2nd June - Traction Engine Rally
At Tinkers Park, Hadlow Down, TN22 4HS. 10am-5pm. Ad £8, Chd. £2. Free Parking. Arena events throughout the afternoon. See page 45.
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lan Gannon and his family have been working in and around the funeral industry locally for some years. Alan saw an opportunity to start his own independent family run funeral directors in the local area, after seeing the amount of families who struggled to meet the ever rising costs of a funeral (currently averaging approximately £4469 in the South East). Alan says “ Its not about how much you spend on a funeral, its about the people who are involved” Alan prides himself on being the only person you will be dealing with at every stage of the arrangement, and contactable whenever you need him “Some families need more time than others, having my own funeral directors means I can give as much time, and care to each family as required” For Alan the importance of being able to deliver a funeral at an affordable cost without compromising on quality or professionalism is key “I have created a funeral package which is affordable to everyone, however if you wish to add to it you can”
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Sat. 1st & Sun. 2nd June - The Jungle Book
At The Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne. A wildly entertaining adventure for the whole family! From the producers of the smash hit UK tour of Alice in Wonderland, Wicked Productions in association with Jordan Productions present a brand-new hilarious family production of The Jungle Book. Saturday 1pm & 5pm. Sunday 11am & 3pm. £16.50 01323 412000.
July 12-14th - Wild Therapy Weekend Workshop.
Exploring wildness, inner & outer. Camping in beautiful East Sussex with woodland yurt & fire. £220. Leonie 07759 007664 leonieguest@talktalk.net, www.leonieguestpsychotherapy.co.uk
Alan Gannon & Sons also offer direct Cremations Direct cremations have always been around but are now increasing in popularity due to its simplicity and cost. This is aided with celebrities such as david bowie and author Anita Brooker opting for this. A direct cremation is where a deceased is transported from the mortuary directly to the crematorium within a few days following the death. It is a minimalist option, whereby there are no attendance, procession, or ceremony. A direct cremation should not be considered a ‘Cheap Funeral’, simply it removes the constraints and stress of making prompt formal decisions. This then allows families to arrange more fitting memorial service or reception at a time, and place more suited for all to attend, if desired. Alan Gannon & Sons believe in compassion, a personal service and putting families first. Alan says “I’m in a position of trust when families are at their most vulnerable. Something I hold with high regard, I cannot let them down”.
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Birds of a feather...
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nice variety of *stuff* in my garden last month. The very melodic Blackcap, sometimes known as the ‘Northern nightingale’ was continuously declaring his territory while doing his best to attract a mate. The Corvid selection has increased over the month with Jays, Jackdaws and Magpies all sweeping in when they think I’m not looking. The Siskins alerting me of their presence with their sweet call and up to five Badgers dropping by for a spot of supper in the evenings........ Love it
Allan ..... Feathers Wild Bird Care www.featherswildbirdcare.co.uk www.feathersoptics.co.uk
Holistic Veterinary Care Are you looking for a more natural way to help your animal stay healthy, or get back to health? Vicky Payne is an experienced, qualified Veterinary Surgeon offering scientifically proven complementary therapies to all companion animals. Herbal medicines, acupuncture, diet, lifestyle changes, nutritional supplements and physical therapies are used to help your companion back to health. She will work with your Vet where conventional drugs are needed, finding her therapies often increase the effectiveness of conventional drugs, or limit their negative effects. Vicky is a COAPE trained behaviourist and is taking on cats and dogs with behaviour problems. Vicky offers home visits and holds regular clinic at Companion Care Eastbourne (01323 649315).
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