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July 2016
Wisborough Green Parish Magazine
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AD VINCULA Wisborough Green Church and Community News
Highlights July 2016
St Peter ad Vincula Calendar ..................................... 4 Pastoral Letter / From the Registers .......................... 5 Church News / Prayer ................................................ 6 Regular Church Activities / Dates for the Diary .......... 7 From the Editor / Village Car Service Thankyou ........ 9 WG Primary School News ........................................ 12 From Porto to Santiago do Compostela ................... 13 Nature Notes ............................................................ 15 Helpers for Fete & Drivers/Escorts for Minibus ........ 17 Neighbourhood Watch...................................... 19 - 21 WG Sports News ...................................................... 22 Ken’s Village Moans & Groans Page ....................... 23 Notice Board ............................................................. 25 Queen’s 90th Birthday Celebration Weekend ... 26 - 27 Commemorative Photo ..................................... 28 - 29 Recipe of the Month / Flag-raising dates ................. 31 Wisborough Green History ............................... 32 - 33 WG Minibus Page .................................................... 35 Gardener’s Calendar ................................................ 37 Wey & Arun Canal Trust News ................................ 39 Village Organisations - News & Notices ........... 43 - 49 Weather Watch/ Cyber Tips/ Village Hall 50 Draw .. 51 Church Cleaning / Flower Rosters / Directory .......... 52 Village Organisations Directory ................................ 53 What’s Happening .................................................... 54
Disclaimer: The views expressed in this magazine are not necessarily those of the Editor or the Parochial Church Council. Please note, it is not always possible to check the credentials and claims of all those advertising, so please ensure that you get references and check any claims before entering into business with them.
Ad Vincula Team Roland Zilz Editor Marion Jenkins Asst. Editor Fran Wallace Advertising John Gough Distribution Rev. Clive Jenkins Vicar Dr Graham Parr Churchwarden Mr Jamie Daniell Churchwarden
If you have articles, photos, letters, etc that you think we may like to feature in the next issue, please email the Editor on: editor@stpeterswg.org.uk but, please note, publication will always be subject to space and at the discretion of the Editor. Copy Deadline for August 2016 issue:
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Cover picture (& Centre Pages) - Aerial photos by Heliview taken 11 June 2016 3
St Peter ad Vincula Calendar for July Sunday 3 July Sixth Sunday after Trinity
8.00am 10.30am 6.00pm
Tuesday
5 July
4.30pm to 5.00pm
Wednesday
6 July
10.00am
Holy Communion (BCP) Sung Eucharist Refresh contemporary worship and praise service Prayer Group (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road) Holy Communion
Sunday 10 July 8.00am Seventh Sunday after Trinity 10.30am
Holy Communion (BCP) Time for God – Summer Celebration
Tuesday
12 July
4.30pm to 5.00pm
Prayer Group (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road)
Wednesday
13 July
10.00am
Thursday
14 July
3.30pm
Sunday 17 July Eighth Sunday after Trinity
8.00am 10.30am 6.00pm
Holy Communion Messy Church - Village Hall Holy Communion (BCP) Sung Eucharist Digging Deeper
Tuesday
19 July
9.30am 4.30pm to 5.00pm
Wizzy Tots Party, Vicarage Garden Prayer Group (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road)
Wednesday
20 July
10.00am
Holy Communion
Sunday 24 July Ninth Sunday after Trinity
8.00am 10.30am
Holy Communion (BCP) All Age Eucharist
Tuesday
26 July
4.30pm to 5.00pm
Wednesday
27 July
10.00am
Holy Communion
8.00am 10.30am
Holy Communion (BCP) Sung Eucharist
Sunday 31 July Tenth Sunday after Trinity Tuesday
2 August
4.30pm to 5.00pm
Wednesday
3 August
10.00am
Sunday 7 August 8.00am Eleventh Sunday after Trinity10.30am
Prayer Group (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road)
Prayer Group (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road) Holy Communion Holy Communion (BCP) Sung Eucharist
For More Details of Services and Events see CHURCH WEBSITE http://www.wisboroughgreenparishchurch.org.uk/ 4
Pastoral Letter Philippians 3:14 “So I run straight towards the goal in order to win the prize, which is God’s call through Christ Jesus to the life above.” T.E.V. The Summer of 2016 is crammed full of sport, test matches, Wimbledon, the Euro 2016 tournament, soon to be followed by the Olympics in Brazil. Athletes in whatever discipline, have been in strict training, ensuring that they reach their peak performance at the appropriate time. St. Paul, who wrote the verse above, was also in strict training to ensure that he was in daily readiness to be able to share his hope that was in ‘Christ Jesus’. Not that he was free, rather he was in prison, shackled to prevent his escape, yet able to dictate his concerns and hopes for the first Church he founded in Europe at Philippi, in modern day Greece. Even in prison Paul was to use his time ‘working out’ the sharing of his faith, so much so that even the whole ‘Palace Guard’ knew he was imprisoned because of his faith in Jesus Christ’. This Letter from prison, is full of a joy and confidence that can only be explained because Paul had a goal in this life, which was to tell others of the hope he had. What is your goal in life? Do you have one, or is your focus taken up with day to day concerns, of work, career, school, college, family life etc? It is easy to get caught up in the immediate, which can remove ones focus from the goal itself. This is true for athletes and all of us, unless we keep our eyes on the prize, whether that’s a medal or a cup. For Paul and countless Christians down the ages, the prize was, and is serving the Lord Jesus, living out our life of faith whenever we can and wherever we find ourselves and ultimately to receive the prize. “As for me (St. Paul), the hour has come for me to be sacrificed; the time is here for me to leave this life. I have done my best in the race, I have run the full distance, and I have kept the faith. And now there is waiting for me the prize of victory which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on that Day—and not only to me, but to all those who wait with love for him to appear.” St. Paul did not lose his focus on the goal, nor should we! Clive and Marion
From the Registers (May) Funerals:
We give thanks for the life of Michael Lysaght whose memorial service took place on Friday 6th May 2016 at St. Peter’s. We give thanks for the life of John Malyan, whose memorial service took place on Tuesday 17th May 2016 at St. Peter’s. We give thanks for the life of Elizabeth Gardener whose memorial service took place on Thursday 26th May 2016 at St. Peter’s.
Wedding:
We ask the Lord’s blessing on Andrew Goddard and Rosanna Hancock who were married on Saturday 21st May 2016 at St. Peters. 5
Church News
Legacy from the Knight family Many of you will remember Laurence and Pat Knight who were faithful members of St Peter’s congregation over many years and always very generous both in terms of financial support and their personal commitment to our church. Clive, the son of Laurence and Pat, tragically died in 1990. Laurence sadly passed away at the end of 2007 and following the death of Pat in early 2015 the Wephurst estate was sold. During their times as incumbents of this parish both Rev. David Pike and Rev. Simon Newham supported Laurence and Pat, and worked closely with Laurence on a number of projects, some of which came to fruition during their lifetimes including the restoration of the South Porch which was funded in memory of Clive. Laurence took a particular interest in the earlier versions of the building project which we are about to undertake. Laurence and Pat left instructions that our church should benefit from an extremely generous bequest and we have recently received a very considerable sum which will be sufficient to cover the whole of the cost of the proposed building project and a significant part of potential future work. The parish, as the body of Christ in this place, thank God for their lifelong witness and generosity. Dr Graham Parr – Churchwarden Jamie Daniell – Churchwarden Rev Clive Jenkins - Vicar
Prayer Chain of Prayer Worried about a loved one, a friend or yourself and would like prayers to be said by a chain of people? Contact Wendy 700295 or Gillian 700157 and they will start the chain by contacting the person next to them on the list and so it goes all the way round. A copy of the chain is on the notice board at the back of church. Prayer is a powerful and important part of life and one should never under estimate its effect. You don't need to give any details of the problem just ask for prayers to be said and it will happen. Please note that it will be treated with total confidentiality.
Prayers are offered for parishioners who are in special need, especially the sick and frail. Please advise either of the churchwardens of any persons or situations you would like remembered in this way. All those living in particular roads are prayed for regularly, the whole parish being covered over a 12-week cycle: Week beginning:
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3 July 10 July 17 July 24 July 31 July
Billingshurst Road & Wisborough Gardens Glebe Way & Harsfold Lane Petworth Road & Balchins Close Fittleworth Road Brick Kiln Common & Bedham
Regular Church Activities PRAYER GROUP AND QUIET MORNINGS If anyone would like to spend half an hour in fellowship and prayer then they are most welcome on a Tuesday at 4.30pm, when prayers are said for the life of the Parish. Contact Wendy Duff on 700295 for details of venue. On the third Friday of every month Quiet Mornings are held at the home of Wendy Duff at 10.30am. It is a peaceful time when you can relax, recharge your batteries and listen to music, poetry, readings and prayers. You will come away refreshed and ready to carry on! Please contact Wendy Duff on 700295 for details.
WIZZY TOTS - PLEASE NOTE new day and time Wizzy Tots, Wisborough Green’s baby and toddler group, meets at the Village Hall every Tuesday during term time from 9.30 to 11.30 am. On 19 July, we have our “end of term” party in the Vicarage Garden! Please join us for a coffee, catch up and a play in the Village Hall, all children and parents/carers welcome. It would be lovely to see you all. If you want to find out more about Wizzy Tots, please call Tory on 01403 700809 or Marion on 01403 700339.
DON’T FORGET……… If you haven’t yet experienced the delights of Xpresso, come and enjoy freshly ground Fairtrade coffee or tea with a delectable homemade cake! Xpresso is open every Friday during term time from 9am ‘til 11.30am in church and EVERYONE is welcome! Special Offer - buy 6 coffees and get the 7th one FREE!! Full details from Xpresso.
DATES FOR THE DIARY July Sunday 3rd -
Refresh contemporary worship and Praise service 6pm at St Peter’s. An opportunity to play, sing & jam!
Sunday 10th -
10.30am Time for God Summer Celebration at St Peter’s
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Thursday 14 - 3.30pm (straight from school) Messy Church in the Village Hall Activities, Crafts, Celebration and Tea! Come as a family. Sunday 17th -
6pm Digging Deeper into John’s Gospel at St Peter’s
August Sunday 7th th
Sunday 14 -
10.30am Dieppe Memorial Service 10.30am Time for God with communion (exploring the Lord’s Supper with worship, activities and refreshments) followed by a Picnic in the Vicarage Garden. 7
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From the Editor Welcome to the July 2016 edition of Ad Vincula - another 56-page edition! Please keep all your articles and photos coming to me at editor@stpeterswg.org.uk. In addition to the usual articles this month, I would just highlight a few things Helen’s report of her walk from Porto in Portugal to Santiago do Compostela in Spain (p 13); Pleas for helpers for the Village Fete & drivers/escorts for the Minibus (p 17); The return of Neighbourhood Watch (p 19 & 21) Reports and pictures of the events held over the weekend of 11 and 12 June to celebrate our Queen’s 90th birthday (p 26 to 29); Co-opted School Governors needed (p 47) I do hope you find something of interest this month Best Wishes, Roland Zilz This magazine can also be viewed on line at: http://www.wisboroughgreenparishchurch.org.uk/index.php/parish-magazine
Village Car Service Thankyou The St Peter’s PCC would like to acknowledge and thank the drivers and administrators of the Village Car Pastoral Service for their service to the community over the past year. Their efforts are greatly appreciated for this invaluable service and shows a wonderful community spirit. The donation of their time and, further, the donations of their returned fees of over £500 to the church are gratefully received. Tony Cook, Treasurer
SCRIPT Shop closing.... Stephen and I and our brilliant team of volunteers would like to thank the people of Wisborough Green for the fantastic support you have given SCRIPT over the last 3 1/2 years. Unfortunately our lease has come to an end and by the time you read this we will already be closed. The work in Kolkata will continue and we will be selling at Ford Carboot Fair on Thursdays and Saturdays.... Maybe we will see you there!! Please keep a look out on our Facebook page Script Charity Shop for those special pieces and updates. You can also keep up to date with what is happening in Kolkata.... www.divinescript.com Thank you again, With love, Sarah Nunn 9
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Wisborough Green Primary School News With only a few weeks left of the term, we are looking forward to lots of exciting events before the summer holidays. Rehearsals are underway for our Alice in Wonderland production and everyone is busy learning lines, making costumes and designing the set. Our Beatrix Potter Garden is blooming and we are nearly ready for the Billingshurst Rotary Club judges. If they are lucky they might even get to taste some of the delights we have been growing, especially the giant strawberries! Our year 6 children represented our school so well at the Village Market when they carried out market research in preparation for selling their own produce. Please come along to the next market day on Thursday 14 th July to see what we have to offer. The highlight of the month, for me, has to be the Summer Festival that was held on Saturday 11th June on the village green. It was my first summer event with the school and Wisborough Green certainly knows how to organise an amazing day! From the moment the May Queen and her team left the school, in the most beautiful vintage car, with a floral array of maypole dancers followed by a sea of Union Jacks, I felt a great sense of community spirit. That was just the beginning! Phoebe Foden, our elegant May Queen, gave the most moving and eloquent opening speech and brought a tear to my eye. Intricate patterns were formed as the maypole came to life. The girls worked so hard to weave the colourful ribbons with some exciting and challenging dances. Thank you Mrs Edson for all your hard work. Singing their hearts out, the Rock Choir shared some of their songs from a recent concert performed at the Hawth Theatre in Crawley. It really is a treat listening to the children sing and Mr Harder and Mrs Saunders have worked so hard with the children to produce a choir fit for Britain's Got Talent! As a school, we celebrated the Queen's 90th birthday with a performance of dance and drama choreographed by the children. The sun continued to shine all day and so did the smiles on everyone's faces. It really was a brilliant day and all made possible by the super, special PTA. In all my years working in schools; I have never seen a team of parents work so hard. I cannot thank everyone enough for all their support and energy to make the day so successful. I am very proud to be part of such a great community. We are hoping to purchase some iPads with the money raised for all the children to use in school so thank you to everyone who came along to join in the fun. The next few weeks are going to be busy for us as we start to plan ahead for September. We will be saying goodbye to our kind and caring year 6 children but feeling happy they are prepared for their next journey in life. They have all contributed so much to the school this year and we will miss their bright personalities and creative ideas. I have thoroughly enjoyed my first year at Wisborough Green Primary School and can't wait to see what next year brings. Warm regards, Amanda Harrison, Head Teacher, 01403 700280 12
From Porto to Santiago do Compostela My friend and I arrived in Porto on the north eastern cost of Portugal on a hot, sunny day in May and spent the afternoon worrying about how we were going to walk for the next 13 days in the heat. We didn't need to worry as the cloud rolled in the next day - Day 1 of our pilgrimage of 250km to Santiago di Compostela - and the rain arrived and stayed with us for much of the next 10 days. In fact the weather was so bad it made the national news in Spain and Portugal. Some days we paddled along the tracks, which had turned to streams and discovered that our fully waterproof boots weren't! We had decided to take the coastal route to just north of Vigo (where we were joined by 3 more friends) before we veered off into countryside northwards to S di C through beautiful, very lush countryside. Much of the coastal route was along boardwalks in amongst the dunes with large waves crashing against the rugged coastline to our left and through seaside villages and towns where there were very few pilgrims. Sometimes the way marker yellow arrows and shells were few and far between, which could be rather a challenge. This changed once we had crossed the estuary of the Rio Mino from Portugal to Spain where it was well signposted. The crossing was an interesting experience because we discovered, having walked through pouring rain all morning to the ferry point, it wasn't running that day. We were advised to walk another 3km along the beach where we would find Mario who would take us in his boat. Fortunately the sun came out at this point and we found Mario who said he would ferry us across after he'd had his lunch. After we'd all had some lunch he bailed the water out of his very small boat and we clamoured in along with an Irish couple we had met and we chugged across the river. As the current was so strong with the tide coming in he couldn't use the jetty, so beached the boat and we were all very relieved to jump out to continue our walk in Spain. Fortunately many of the villages had small cafes where we were able to get a coffee and custard tart or a rustic lunch to sustain us and gave us a welcome sit down in the dry. When the sun did come out the walk was transformed and cheered us no end giving us a spring in our step. We met many interesting people from all over the world who had come to walk ‘The Camino’, stayed in a variety of hostelries, crossed many rivers, fell in love with northern Portugal and Spain, got very tired, sore feet, but it was a wonderful experience with a great sense of achievement. Santiago di Compostela is a fabulous city with a spectacular cathedral and well worth visiting even if you don't walk there! Helen V 13
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Nature Notes A month of news – a lot of it good, some not so good. Firstly, the orchids in the lane have survived the dreaded council mowers. They just missed ‘em – hooray! And what may be a Heath Spotted orchid has mysteriously appeared not far from our old shed out the back. We had some chippings put in the little field years ago when we had ponies, because of the mud. The stones came from Bedham, and there are many similar orchids up there. So has a seed come down and lurked in the ground till now? Nature biding its time and surviving, yet again? We had a big crowd of starlings on the grass by the feeders yesterday. About thirty, many of them with babies chasing and fluttering for food. And a cheeky crow took a shower last week perched on a beanpole as we sprayed our runner beans. He was definitely enjoying it, ruffling his feathers and doing the odd preen! Also, after several frogless years, joy of joys, I’ve seen at least three so far in our pond, so fingers crossed for them... Further afield, there are four peregrine youngsters at Chichester Cathedral all doing well so far, which is amazing! There are telescopes set up and the birds are viewable until the second week in August. Here’s a link https://youtu.be/_Q87UA6dGq0 (thanks to our Ed!) There is also a raven’s nest up in Bedham, and another peregrine nest at the Quarry there too, with chicks this year, we think. All really good – but now some bad news. The company working up there plan to take down a big section in August, including this nest. So these birds would be homeless next year. Could a compromise be reached – with a reasonable sized piece of the quarry edge left upright, or even a pinnacle, with the nest intact? I’d really like to think so!! These birds are heavily protected, surely? Also, the other day, Peter sadly found two hedgehogs dead on his patio. They were badly mauled, and I picked up another next day, in a similar state, alongside the A272 directly in a line down from his house. Maybe the culprit was a badger, who was disturbed? Any other ideas, anyone? Back to good news – I’ve seen a goldcrest twice, so maybe they’ve settled for one of our leylandii. Hooray again! And our wildflower field is really coming along – a swathe of campion earlier and now it’s awash with ox-eye daisies. Peter sent me this picture of a handsome cinnabar moth on r a g wo r t n e a r P u l b o r o u g h . Ragwort’s a toxic plant for horses and cattle, so in places needs controlling, but the caterpillars love it. Also very toxic are the water dropwort or hemlock plants that have taken over from the cow parsley in our lanes. They do look similar, but the flower heads are much more rounded. Attractive, but treat them with caution. Great news to end. July 15th -Village Hall – Illustrated Talk on Dragonflies. And August 15th - Bat Walk and Talk - both highly recommended! Sue J
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Can you give an hour of your time to our fabulous August Bank Holiday Fete? Many of you are no doubt planning on attending Wisborough Green’s annual village fete on 29th August. The fete is totally reliant on volunteers to organise and run it and we are a very small team! If you are around on the Bank Holiday weekend, please consider helping us out; you only need give an hour of your time and it really does make all the difference to us. You could help us set up the night before or put up marquees early on fete day. You could help out on one of our stalls or join in organising the fun dog show or the family races. At the end of the day we would love to have a few energetic helpers to join the clear up operation. It really is good fun – honestly – and we even throw in refreshments! To find out more or to volunteer please contact Louise on 01403 700689 or email clerk@wisboroughgreenpc.org
WANTED! New Drivers / Escorts for the Wisborough Green Minibus We are a branch of the West Sussex Community Minibus Association, which is a charity completely run by unpaid volunteers. We have our own Ford Transit minibus, which is used twice, sometimes thrice, weekly to collect our member passengers from their homes and take them out – sometimes for essential shopping, sometimes for social reasons. Our operation of the Village Minibus is entirely due to the commitment and enthusiasm of our volunteer drivers and escorts, and I should like to take this opportunity to thank them for the time and effort they have so generously given to ensure that this service continues. I should very much appreciate hearing from anyone who feels they could devote one or two mornings (or an occasional afternoons) a month to help maintain our service to those who otherwise might become progressively more isolated – the minibus can become a lifeline to some, being their only means of transport, and, in many cases I hope it is also a great source of friendship. If you could find the time to help, I should be very happy to hear from you, and will explain what is required. Thank you. Pat Farmer E: farmerpatricia@btinternet.com T: 01403 700492 17
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Neighbourhood Watch - Crime News & Advice We haven’t had a NW page for a couple of months so here is a round-up of what’s happening with some useful advice applicable to everybody.
Phishing Campaign Targeting University Students A new phishing campaign which has hit students of UK universities claims that the student has been awarded an educational grant by the Department for Education. The email purports to have come from the finance department of the student’s university and tricks the recipient into clicking on a link contained in the message to provide personal and banking details. One victim reported that after submitting their sensitive information (including name, address, date of birth, contact details, telephone provider, bank account details, student ID, National Insurance Number, driving licence number and mother’s maiden name), they were taken to a spoofed website which appeared like a genuine website of their bank, where they were asked to type in their online banking login credentials.
Protect Yourself: Do not click on any links or open attachments contained within unsolicited emails. Do not reply to scam emails or contact the senders in any way. If an email appears to have come from a person or organisation you know of but the message is unexpected or unusual, contact them directly via another method to confirm that they sent you the email. If you receive an email which asks you to login to an online account via a link provided in the email, instead of clicking on the link, open your browser and go directly to the company’s website yourself. If you have clicked on a link in the email, do not supply any information on the website that may open. If you think you may have compromised the safety of your bank details and/or have lost money due to fraudulent misuse of your cards, you should immediately contact your bank, and report it to Action Fraud by visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk or calling 0300 123 2040.
Chichester and Arun Police Station Open Day 2016 We are holding another open day again this year on Saturday 16th July 2016 from 10:30am - 3pm. There will be lots to see and do from chip pan demonstrations to colouring competitions. There will be officers and staff from across Sussex Police as well as local agencies such as West Sussex Fire and Rescue, St John Ambulance and Selsey Coastguard. There will be a grand raffle with some fantastic prizes to be won. All monies raised will be donated to The Aldingbourne Trust. Please come along to meet us and find out more about what we do in the local community. (Continued on page 21)
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Neighbourhood Watch - Crime News & Advice (Continued from page 19)
Going on Holiday? We would like to offer you some tips to help make your home more secure whilst you are away. The best defence again burglary is prevention. Make your home look occupied by asking a trusted relative, friend or neighbour to check your home, collect mail and water plants. Don’t leave your curtains closed in the daytime as this shows the house us empty. Use automatic timer switches to turn your lights on when it’s dark. Cancel regular deliveries such as newspapers and milk. Avoid discussing holiday plans on social media. Put all your tools including ladders away so they can’t be used to break into your home. Don’t forget to shut and lock all external doors and windows removing and hiding the keys.
Farm Watch Update The number of animals loose on the highway every month is disappointingly high with 42 sheep and 26 horses reported in one week alone. Remember to check fences, hedges and gates daily to ensure that this doesn’t happen.
General Farmyard Security: Restrict access to your yard. Install gates and fix them to a sturdy concrete or metal post. Keep locked. Make your plant and equipment less attractive to thieves by making it more distinctive. Use livery stickers or paint your plant and equipment in corporate colours. Security devices such as Datatag marking or trackers should be considered as an option. Keep a register of plant and equipment, noting serial numbers, markings colour etc. Photographs are also a useful way of recording the scale of items. Store your tools and smaller machinery items in a building with enhanced security features close to the farmhouse. Fencing, hedges and walls should be robust, well maintained and checked regularly for breaches. Consider installing an alarm in vulnerable areas. An alarm will emit an audible warning and CCTV will provide surveillance on places out of view of the farmhouse. Illuminate areas which are overlooked from the dwelling or covered by CCTV. If you have information about any crime call 101, email: 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk or call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. If you see a crime taking place call 999. Regards, Priscilla Pinkham 21
Wisborough Green Sports News Football Club. 1st XI having finished 3rd in the championship this year rumour has it that they will be going up to the premier league next season. 2nd XI will be playing in Division 4 North as a result of finishing mid table in their first year in a higher division. Cricket Club. The 1st XI are sitting 4th in the league having played 6 games. With only 1 win and 2 draws from these 6 games it is a bad start to the season in this lower league cricket. The 2nd XI are faring much better and are TOP of their division also having played 6 games and have won all of them. Up and coming fixtures for July are: 9th July 16th July 23rd July 30th July
1st XI Away v Eastergate 1st XI Home v Littlehampton C 1st XI Away v Felbridge & Sunnyside 1st XI Home v Broadwater
2nd XI Home v Eastergate 2nd XI Away v Worthing 4th XI 2nd XI Home v Portslade 3rd XI 2nd XI Away v Aldwick 2nd XI
Colts games will have started and fixtures are on the CC web site at www.wisboroughgreencc.co.uk A weekly news letter is available called Wizzy News. if you would like to be included in the circulation please email wisboroughgreencc@gmail.com and we will add you to the list. New players young and old are always welcome just pop along to a training session and introduce yourself, we have an overseas player again this season Alam will be coaching and helping with the square preparation as the previous overseas players have so please introduce yourselves to him when you see him around. Touch Rugby. Very good news from the Touch Rugby teams. In the last month the junior section have won 2 tournaments so despite not having any weekly league fixtures they are playing in some competitive games and beating some very good opponents. Training is on the green from 6.pm on a Tuesday and Thursday evening so please come along to one of the training sessions if you fancy a game. Stoolball. It has been good to see the ladies of the stoolball team playing a few games on the green. When I watched on Wednesday last week there was some big hitting going on. Unfortunately it was the other team. From the little information I have I believe the Girls have Played 5 won 2, lost 2 and tied 1 (as of the 13/06/16) Sports Association Remember with all of the sporting competitions going on this summer the pavilion is open and you can watch them on the big screen and have a drink from the bar. European Championship Quarter, Semi and Final. International Rugby from Australia. Test Cricket. Ken Vickery 22
Village ‘Moans & Groans’ Page Well here we go again having received several words of encouragement on last month’s village page here are a few more, Does and Don’ts and Moans and Groans about things that go on in the village and nobody talks about. I have received several moans about the McDonalds litter problem in both the Kirdford road and Durbans road it would appear that somebody is throwing empty McDonalds boxes and wrappers out of the car window in roughly the same spot several times a week. I have contacted McDonalds and they say they can’t be responsible for litter throwing but do run a litter picking service from their local restaurants. When I explained it was 6 miles to the nearest restaurant they declined to pick the rubbish up saying it was too far away. Please keep eyes open and if you see rubbish being thrown take the number and make of car and time of day please. Another moan was the parking in front of the Cricketers Arms which I am sure is going to be an ongoing problem in the village for some time to come. I know the parish council is looking for alternative parking solutions in and around the village. Please DO give consideration to other road users when parking around the village especially around road junctions where visibility becomes an issue. Having just come back from a 2 week break in Sicily my Dos and Don’ts for this month have to be: DO pick up any litter and place it in a bin and DON’T drop it or let it blow away. We have a great collection and recycling service in this country as long as the rubbish is in the bin in the first place. From last month can I remind you to report a pothole at this link: https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/report-a-problem-with-a-roador-pavement/ They will not get repaired unless we report them. One final GROAN - an eagle eyed resident spotted that the Union Flag used in the Parish Council’s “Keep Calm” commemorative photo poster reproduced in the Ad Vincula magazine last month was actually upside down and showing distress. I am not sure where the picture has come from but I have checked it out and Yes it is well spotted Peter. More info and moans next month let’s get our village cleaned up in the meantime. If you have something you want to get off your chest do email me at : kenvickery@hotmail.co.uk Ken V
Footpath Maintenance Issues? The West Sussex Access Ranger will be visiting the Parish in September to check out the Rights of Way. If you have any maintenance issues to report – dodgy stiles, no way markers, over grown vegetation – then please report to the Parish Clerk - email clerk@wisboroughgreenpc.org or tel: 01403 701102. Many thanks. WGPC 23
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QUEEN’S 90TH BIRTHDAY WG Primary School Summer Festival A RIGHT ROYAL OCCASION There can be no doubt about how much the village enjoyed the Wisborough Green School Festival this year. It really was a memorable occasion for all. The weather was exceptionally kind to us as other parts of the area were doused in torrential rain, and the crowds came out in huge numbers to enjoy the royal festivities. The festival kicked off in traditional style with the children parading from the school led by this year’s May Queen, Phoebe Foden, who opened the festival with an amazing speech. This was followed by some splendid maypole dancing and the school’s Rock Choir in fine voice. VMA Dance Academy and Wisborough Green’s own Glee Choir added to the entertainment, before the village came together for the historic commemorative photo to mark the Queen’s 90th birthday. There was lots to do for everyone, and we had some amazing entries for our Right Royal Bake Off which was made particularly special by the appearance of a very special royal visitor indeed – her Majesty in person! Very many thanks to Mrs Turrell for making their day so special by gracing the stall and presenting the prizes. We hope everyone enjoyed their day, we are sure that everyone’s generous support has raised lots of money for the school, and we would like to say a very special thank you to the Cricket Club & Sports Pavillion, the Parish Council, Tim Skinner at the Three Crowns, Brian Smith for parking facilities, Ad Vincula of course, plus all of our generous donors, sponsors, advertisers and supporters for their efforts. Anybody wishing to make a donation to the school, can do so at our JustGiving page – we are currently raising money to equip the school with the latest computer equipment essential for the children’s learning. https://crowdfunding.justgiving.com/wisboroughgreenschoolpta WGSPTA 26
CELEBRATION WEEKEND Thank you for a fabulous turnout! Against all British traditions, the sun was shining and the rain held at bay, for a wonderful event on the village green organised by the Wisborough Green Primary School PTA. That, and the commemorative photo, organised by your Parish Council as a memento of the Queen’s 90th birthday. At precisely 3pm everyone gathered on the green as the plane flew overhead and captured a wonderful moment of village life. The results are pretty amazing and you can now download your own copy of the main photo (see centre pages overleaf) as well as having a look at the others that were taken; visit the village website (www.wisboroughgreen.org). We’ll also be sending a commemorative copy to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as well as giving a copy to the West Sussex Records Office. Once again thank you to everyone who made the photo event possible, including the WGPS PTA, the festival compères and, of course, you! WG Parish Council
Sunday 12 June at St Peter’s Thank you to all who were involved with our celebration on Sunday 12th June. Our Time For God service, ‘A Royal Special’, was well supported and many crowns were created, royal cakes decorated, ‘love your neighbour’ cards written and stamps built up a collage of Her Majesty. The afternoon saw many folk attend the Vicarage for a Garden Party, where good conversation was had along with a cream tea and choice of cakes. Thank you to all who helped decorate the marquee and the garden with bunting, balloons and flags and to those who baked and served the teas, tastefully dressed in red, white and blue! The day concluded with a service of Songs of Praise, which included many well-known hymns and anthems with a royal flavour. Thank you to Malcolm and choir for their contribution! 27
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Commemorative Photo of Villagers at Wisbo
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orough Green Primary School Summer Festival
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Recipe of the Month
Pepper, tomato and basil pasta (BBC Good Food Recipe) A gorgeous supper dish inspired by flavours from the Mediterranean - roasted peppers, tomatoes and a simple basil sauce. Serve with your favourite pasta. Preparation time - less than 30 mins. Cooking time - 30mins to 1hour. Serves 4 Ingredients 3 peppers, red, yellow or orange handful cherry tomatoes 2 cloves of garlic, peeled 4 tbsp olive oil large bunch basil 400g/14oz pasta shapes (orecchiette is nice) salt and pepper Method 1. Pre-heat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4. 2. Halve the peppers lengthways, trim out the seeds and membrane. Lay them in a fairly large roasting tin facing upwards. Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them inside the peppers. Finely slice the garlic and tuck them in with the tomatoes. Drizzle the peppers with olive oil, season, to taste, with salt and freshly pepper. Bake in the oven while you get on with the basil oil. 3. Set aside a few sprigs of basil and blend the rest in a food processor with 3 tablespoons of olive oil and a little salt until you have a bright green basil oil. 4. When 30 minutes or so have passed and the peppers and tomatoes are beginning to soften, pour over the basil dressing. Return to the oven for a further 20 minutes or until the vegetables are slightly charred around the edges. Lift the peppers and tomatoes out of the tray with a slotted spoon and set aside. 5. Cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to the packet instructions. Drain. 6. Tip the cooked, drained pasta into the roasting tin, and stir well to scrape up any caramelised peppers stuck to the pan. 7. Serve the pasta in bowls, tearing in the remaining basil. Spoon the roasted peppers and tomatoes on top.
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Wisborough Green History - FROM With the workhouse completely empty, work commenced on the conversion to the village hall. The first photo shows the rather forlorn and derelict building awaiting conversion in 1954. The south wing that was demolished shortly afterwards can just be seen.
The second photo shows a stage in the demolition. Of note is the fire escape to the first floor flat and the massive chimney breast that housed the range used by the workhouse cooks and latterly the school canteen dinner ladies. The vertical cut-out of the wall on the right shows where the end wall of the current hall and maisonette was to be. The part to the right of the cut-out is the unsafe part of the south wing that was demolished shortly afterwards. The main wall of the hall only survived for another 22 years as it too was demolished to allow the hall to be widened in 1977. (Continued on page 33)
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POORHOUSE TO VILLAGE HALL 14 (Continued from page 32)
After the demolition was complete, the following rebuilding work took place: The original poorhouse was converted into the village hall by removing the canteen and the first and attic floors An entrance hall was built on the south side of the western extension. The open end of the remaining part of the south wing was bricked in and windows provided for the workhouse staircase area that remained. The canteen entrance door was removed and the original window was reinstated (see last month's issue) The first floor flat entrance became the fire escape. The architect was Mrs M Parish and the builders were Allfrey and Co. of Pulborough. The official opening of the new village hall was 8th September 1956. A second rebuilding was undertaken shortly afterwards in 1957; the tasks performed were: The provision of two one-bedroom flats in the first and second floors of the remaining part of the south wing. It had been intended that a two-bedroom maisonette was to be provided but Barbara Wyatt, part of the Village Hall Committee, paid for the reconstruction work of the flats provided that two separate flats were provided. Removal of the dormer window on the east roof The demolition of the workhouse keeper’s cottage The conversion of the yard into a car park. To be concluded next month. Richard B. 33
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Wisborough Green Division Village Organiser: Pat Farmer Old School Cottage, School Road, Wisborough Green, West Sussex. RH14 0DU Tel: 01403 700492 Email: farmerpatricia@btinternet.com To use the minibus you need to be a member of the Minibus Association The annual membership fee is £5 payable to the escort on your first trip on the bus MEMBERSHIP IS OPEN TO ALL
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Destinations for July 2016 Fri 1st Mon 4th Fri 8th Mon 11th Fri 15th Mon 18th Tues 19th Fri 22nd Mon 25th Fri 29th
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Please support the minibus by joining us at the Wine Cheese & Paté Party in the Village Hall on the 19th July – please see page 49 for further details. I am delighted to report that the West Sussex Minibus Association has been awarded the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service and we will be displaying the logo on our minibus shortly in recognition of this distinguished accolade. We are still in need of drivers and escorts – especially drivers, to join our team which has diminished recently due to long-term volunteers’ retirements. Please see page 17 for more information.
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The Gardener’s Calendar
by Ian Clemens
Dead-head annuals and perennials to avoid self-seeding and to encourage prolonged flowering. Take cuttings from your favourite tender plants for over-wintering indoors. Cuttings can also still be taken from shrubs and herbaceous perennials. Keep an eye out for pests on plants, early treatment is best. Pinch out tomato side shoots each week. Cut off any leaves growing below the lowest ripening fruit trusses to improve air circulation and prevent diseases. Feed weekly with dilute tomato fertiliser. Start harvesting garlic and overwintered onions, freeing up ground for other crops. I’ll be planting my late flowering Dahlias in these beds. Harvest marrows and courgettes regularly to encourage a continued supply. Watch for blackfly on your broad beans, pinching out affected growing tips. Spray tomato plants and potato foliage with Bordeaux mixture to prevent blight. Take a look at www.blightwatch.co.uk where you can register for blight warnings in your area. Use untreated grass clippings as a mulch around most vegetables plants to suppress weed growth. They will eventually rot in and help feed your crops. Peg down runners on your strawberry plants to provide more plants for next year. If you don't need extra plants simply remove the strawberry runners completely. Prune your plum, apricot, peach and cherry trees now. Pruning these species in the summer reduces the risk of these trees getting silver leaf disease. Check the leaves of gooseberry bushes for sawfly larvae, which can completely strip the foliage in a matter of days. Jet them off with water or pick them off by hand.
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Art Trail Exhibition As part of the new Horsham Arts Festival, running from 9th to 17th July, the Horsham Artists Open Studios group is staging an Art Trail Exhibition. Complete with an especially designed map of the local area, you will be able to plan your visit to the studios and exhibition venues where you will be able to talk with the artists and makers about their approach and the materials they use. Come and find out how jewellery is made using a range of beads, stones and metals. Discover the different ways visual artists work with wood, oil and water-colour paints and fabric. The map will also provide you with full details about the availability of parking, refreshments, access arrangements and toilets. You will also find a list of artists and makers with an accompanying thumbnail image of their work so you will be able to plan your route. Full details and the venues where you will be able to pick up a trail map prior to the event will be available on the HAOS website below. This is a truly exciting opportunity to see and talk with local artists and makers at work.
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Wey & Arun Canal Trust News ‘LAST PUSH’ FOR CANAL BRIDGE APPEAL A ‘LAST PUSH’ appeal is being made to complete a new bridge which will allow a section of historic canal to be re-opened. Wey & Arun Canal Trust is seeking to raise £120,000 to finish the crossing in Alfold, its largest restoration scheme so far in Surrey. With volunteers now busy on the final stages of construction work, the Trust has calculated this amount is needed for the completion of the Compasses Bridge project. The bridge is on the waterway’s Summit Level, at one of the entrances to the Dunsfold Park aerodrome and business complex. Replacing a 1930s concrete causeway which blocked the canal, it was opened to traffic at Easter. “The Trust is launching this new ‘last push’ appeal so that we can complete this project by the end of the year,” said Trust Chairman Sally Schupke. Work started at the bridge site a year ago. Volunteers are currently laying facing bricks on the concrete shell and demolishing the causeway, with jobs to be finished including landscaping and building a public viewing platform. The bridge will be officially opened on Sunday, October 2 nd, as part of celebrations marking the Wey & Arun Canal’s bicentenary. Around a mile of waterway will be available to navigation by small boats, towards Tickner’s Heath at Dunsfold and going up to the A281 in Alfold. “We hope that the public will respond generously and help us complete the project in 2016,” added Ms Schupke. “Then our teams can move on to the next restoration project and keep up the momentum of bringing a 23-mile green corridor back to life.” Donations can be m ade via the hom e page of www.weyandarun.co.uk; or by sending a cheque made out to the Wey & Arun Canal Trust to Compasses Appeal, WACT Northern Office, Bridge End, Somerswey, Shalford, Guildford, Surrey GU4 8EQ. The Trust asks that eligible donors Gift Aid the money they give, which adds 25p from the Government to every £1 – declaration forms available via the website if required. LEFT: People taking part in the Wey & Arun Canal Trust's annual sponsored walk on Sunday, June 5th, get a unique view of Compasses Bridge during an open day at the construction site
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Special Cruises on the Wey & Arun Canal, Loxwood Cream Tea Voyages: 6th July, 26th July (FULL), 9th August & 9th September The popular Cream Tea Voyages offer an opportunity to appreciate the beautiful West Sussex countryside while enjoying a cup of tea and delicious scones, cream and jam. The trips take approximately 1½ hours and depart at 2.30pm on all the dates mentioned above. Tickets £12 per person and should be booked in advance.
Pirates & Princesses Adventure Trips: 11th & 25th August If you are looking for something different to do with the children during the summer holidays then why not join in the fun of a Pirates & Princesses Adventure Trip on the canal. Come in fancy dress and enjoy some good swashbuckling fun with ‘sea’ battles to try and defeat the pirates, rescue the princess and take possession of the treasure chest! The trips will last approximately 1½ hours and will depart at 10.30am, 12.30 and 2.30pm. Tickets cost £11 per person to include light refreshments, and a share of the captured treasure for all the children. Booking in advance is strongly recommended. Bookings are also being taken for the extremely popular Pimm’s & Picnic Evening Cruise (Friday 22nd July), Pimm’s & Posh Ploughman’s Evening Cruise (Friday 5th August) and the new Quiz & Nibbles Cruise (19th August). The boat departs from the wharf beside the Onslow Arms on the B2133 in Loxwood . If you would like further details or wish to book seats on one of the special cruises (or enquire about private charters or weekend public trips, volunteering opportunities or membership), please call The Wey & Arun Canal Trust Office on 01403 752403 or email office@weyandarun.co.uk. Website: www.weyandarun.co.uk
Local Wildlife Events
On Friday July 15th Dr Alison Barker will give a talk on Sussex dragonflies in Wisborough Green Village Hall at 7.30 pm. Refreshments available
On Friday August 12th there will be a talk and walk to find out more about bats around the village with Jane Willmott from Sussex Wildlife trust. Jane will provide some bat detectors so we can hear what's going on. Arrangements to be confirmed.
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Local Club and Society News Wisborough Green Spitfire Simulator Club Why not join the Spitfire Simulator Club? The prime purpose of our simulator project is to raise money for the RAF Benevolent Fund and to that end, simulator flights are normally charged for. However, with the Simulator Club, members make a small donation to the RAFBF (ÂŁ5 per year) and their name goes into a hat every month and the winner gets a flight for free. To join the group, contact Brian Smith on 01403 700346 or briansmithair@uwclub.net
Wisborough Green Table Tennis Club The Wisborough Green Table Tennis Club meets in The Village Hall every Wednesday from 4 to 6pm. Contact Philip Midwinter on 01403 700402 for more details.
Wisborough Green History Society Wisborough Green Village History Society is a small group of people who enjoy talking about and researching the history of the village. Several of our members are life-long residents of the village, others have lived here for many years and all have interesting memories and anecdotes to relate. We meet on the second Tuesday of the month in the village hall committee room at 10.30 am - new members are always welcome. Sue Killingbeck, Secretary
Wisborough Green Short Mat Bowls Club There are 3 matches to report, the first a good home win against Horsham club Forest. On mat 1 Jane Adsett, David Luxford, Bernard Adsett and Monica Enticknap winning 30 shots to 9 and on mat 2 Evelyn Ringrose, Shirley Bundy, Tony Broughton and Reg Snelgar winning 19 - 11. We lost in the second match away to Pulborough, on mat 1 Evelyn Ringrose, Jean Hoddinott, George Shipway and Pauline Shipway just going down 19 22 and on mat 2 Audrey Hodgson, Jean Head, Marilyn Knight and Shirley Bundy losing 14 - 26. Finally the return match at Forest was a hard fought affair, on mat 1 Audrey Hodgson, David Luxford, Bernard Adsett and Monica Enticknap drawing 14 - 14 and on mat 2 Jean Head, Tony Broughton, George Shipway and Pauline Shipway losing 11 - 16. July Fixtures: 20th Pulborough (7pm home), 27th Ashington (6-45pm away) Monica Enticknap, Captain 43
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Wisborough Green Farmers’ and Village Market News
Next Market - Thursday 14th July 2016 Wisborough Green Village Hall 9am – 12.30pm
Village Market Set To Get a Make Over! Rumour has it that the monthly Wisborough Green Farmers market is going through some exciting new changes! Fear not, if you're a regular market attendee you will still be welcomed by the regular stallholders but plans are afoot to expand the market and increase the variety of stalls. Imagine popping in not only for your fresh groceries but also having the opportunity to buy a scarf, a bag or even having a manicure! The market is planning a relaunch on 14th July, where you're invited for coffee and cake and to absorb the atmosphere. We will also be joined by the year 6 children from the primary school, who will be selling lemonade, candle holders, flat breads and friendship bracelets, to name but a few! If you've never been in before, do pop in as we think you'll be pleasantly surprised by what's on offer. So, if you're dropping the children off at school, don't forget your purse! A complimentary coffee and cake will be waiting for you! See you on Thursday 14th July The Wisborough Green Farmers’ and Village Market Committee
PACT News for JULY Petworth Area Churches Together (PACT) - working together in harmony
Our annual Festival Service, the curtain raiser to the Petworth Festival, will be on Thursday 14th July at 6pm.
‘Come celebrate’ organised by Petworth Area Churches Together Everyone is invited to help launch the Festival with this Service of Celebration, in readings, prayer and songs. Speaker: Rt Revd. Christopher Herbert BA PGCE MPhil Ph.D. (Bishop of St Albans 1996 to 2009.) His subject is the connection between the Craftsman's Art and Music's Measure. With musical contributions from St Mary’s Church Choir, director Matthew Cooke, and the young singers of West Sussex Vocal Ensemble directed by Lucy Mair Gerald Gresham Cooke, Co-Chairman PACT 01798 342151 E: Geraldgreshamcooke@gmail.com Web: www.petworthareachurchestogether.com 45
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Wisborough Green Horticultural Society
WGHS Gardens' Open Saturday 23rd July We have two WGHS gardens open on Saturday 23rd July with cream teas and cakes to enjoy to raise funds for the Society. Opening – 2.00pm -6pm. Entrance to both gardens together - £2.50
Fernlea, Kirdford Road. Alison and Philip Midwinter are opening their garden; a delight to plants people as there are many special varieties tucked in. The June spectacular will have subsided but there will still be loads of interest. Refreshments – scone and cream or cake with tea £2.50. Parking – Please park in Ansells Yard just across the road. Mrs Ansell has very kindly offered WGHS this facility for all visitors.
The Luth, (house name) The Luth leading to Carters Way. Mary and Trevor Benson are opening their garden; plenty to see, plus new landscaping feature with beautiful views into the distance. Refreshments here as well. Parking along the road here, unless you have walked round. A warm welcome to everyone for a pleasant and sociable time. Please see next issue for the list of winners for the June Show and a report of the visit to Polesden Lacey. Aija Hamilton
Co-opted Governors Needed Do you want to make a difference? Wisborough Green Primary School is seeking Community School Governors and wish to appoint exceptional individuals who have the necessary skills and attributes to support the development of the school. Previous experience of governance is not required as training will be provided. We are looking to ensure we benefit from expertise and links with interested local residents, industries and businesses. If you are interested in applying please contact our school office on 01403 700280, or by email office@wisboroughgreenschool.org.uk 47
Decorative & Fine Arts Society Meetings WEST SUSSEX DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS SOCIETY The lecture on Tuesday July 5th, given by Dr Twigs Way, will be
Lancelot "Capability Brown" - Landscape Art & Dame Nature Tea and cakes follow the lecture ** NO MEETING IN AUGUST** Meetings are held in Fittleworth Village Hall at 2pm. Coffee from 1.20pm. For membership details please contact Jackie Buckler on 01903 411086 Visitors are welcome for a fee of £8
SOUTH DOWNS DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS SOCIETY Inspiring, Dynamic and Fun On Wednesday 6 July, the lecture will be
Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown (1716-1783): Landscape, Art and Dame Nature Speaker: Dr Twigs Way ** NO MEETING IN AUGUST** All meetings are held in Fittleworth Village Hall at 10.30am. Coffee from 9.50am. Visitors warmly welcomed (only £5). Please call 01403 783359
Roald Dahl's
'The Danny the Champion of the World' Adapted for the stage by David Wood Performed by Illyria on Sunday July 17th at 2.30 in Bignor Park, Nr Pulborough RH20 1HG
Grounds open from 1pm. Bring a picnic and low backed seating or rugs Tickets from www.petworthfestival.org.uk Tel: 01798344576 Adults £9.00, 5-18yrs £7.00, 4yrs and under free Co-sponsored by West Sussex Decorative and Fine Arts Society, Alan & Sara Bennie, Lombard Structure, Seaford College & Equity 48
WI Report On 2 June our monthly meeting was back in our usual venue, the Village Hall. “My Life and Works” was the title given to her talk by Julie Round, a local author from Worthing. She talked about how she came to be a teacher, how she met her husband and the various moves around England due to his work. Ideas for her books were inspired from her life experiences and she explained the process of self-publishing and all it entailed. We next meet on 7 July, at 8 pm, when “Confessions of a Sword Swallower” is Fred Delius' talk – visitors are welcome to come along to join us to find out what these confessions turn out to be! Dottie Smith 01403 753042 Mary Benson (President) 01403 700284
Wisborough Green Division Village Organiser: Pat Farmer Annual Wine, Cheese and Paté Party Tuesday 19th July 6.30pm to 8.30pm Village Hall APPLICATION FOR TICKETS To: Pat Farmer, Old School Cottage, School Road, RH14 0DU or Richard Pinkham, High Barn Cottage, School Road, RH14 0DU Please supply me with ……… tickets priced at £6.00 each (includes first drink) I should like to make a donation of £……… I enclose a cheque (payable to Wisborough Green Minibus Association) for £……….. I enclose a stamped addressed envelope for return of tickets Name: …………………………………… Tel……………………………………. Address:……………………………………………………………… .............................................................................................................. 49
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Weather Watch Wisborough Green Rainfall for May was 33mm (59mm last year – my 8 yr average is 54mm). Lowest temperature was -5.6°C at Tulloch Bridge, Inverness-shire and the highest was 22.7°C at St James’ Park, London. Apparently June 1st was colder than Christmas Day! Sunshine was only 92% of the 1981-2010 mean. Weathervane
CYBER TIPS It’s worth reiterating my very first Cyber Tip Because it is still happening. Have you wondered how scammers get hold of your e-mail address and use it in an attempt to beguile other people into parting with their money? Well, it might be your own fault! You could certainly be guilty if you send e-mails to multiple addressees and place them all in the “To” or “CC” (Carbon Copy) windows. This will mean that all recipients receive all the addresses. On the other hand if you send the e-mail to yourself and place all the addressees in the “BCC” (Blind Carbon Copy) window, each addressee will see only their own. Why is this important? Imagine that you send an e-mail to ten people using the “To” window and those ten people send it on to ten more recipients and this happens just six times, one million people will have received the e-mail and it is quite possible that one of those is less than honest or, at least, passes on those addresses to someone else who is a scammer. The scams work like this: Joe Smith’s e-mail address is joesmith@hotmail.com but you have him entered in your address book as Joe Smith. The scammer registers a new e-mail address as imascammer@yahoo.com and uses this address to send out e -mails in the name of “Joe Smith” so that it recognises the Joe Smith in your Address Book. If you open Joe Smith’s address by clicking on his name in the scam e-mail it will read joesmith@hotmail.com. But if you click the reply button and then click “Joe Smith” you will see imascammer@yahoo.com.
Never even reply to email scams let alone follow their instructions! Peter Edmonds
Village Hall 50 Club Draw The winner of the June draw is Peter McLaughlin who wins £75.00 The winner of the second prize of £20.00 is Tim Harris The July draw will be at the Cricketers at 6.30 pm on Wednesday 6 July 2016 and if any member or prospective member would like to attend they will be very welcome. Ruth Andrews, 01403 700671 51
Church Cleaning Roster (Saturdays) 2 July
Mrs Holt & Mrs Zilz
9 July
Mrs Lewis & Mrs D Roberts
16 July
Mr & Mrs Armistead
23 July
Mrs Mosley & Mrs Scrase
30 July
Mr & Mrs Edmonds
If you are unable to clean on the day allocated to you, please arrange to change with someone or let Jill Brett know – 700350.
Church Flower Arranging Roster (Fridays) 1 July
Colly Akers/Maggie Edwards
8 July
Mary Mann
15 July
Mary Mann
22 July
Rosemary Crafter
29 July
WEDDING
CLEANERS & FLOWER ARRANGERS PLEASE NOTE: Xpresso is held in the church Fridays from 9.00 to 11.30am.
Church of St Peter ad Vincula The Vicar Churchwardens PCC Secretary PCC Treasurer Church Electoral Roll Officer Covenant Secretary Director of Music
Rev. Clive Jenkins Dr Graham Parr Mr Jamie Daniell Mrs Val Mourilyan Mr Tony Cook Mrs Sue Nicholls Mr David Warwick Mr Malcolm Brinson
Ministry Support Team Co-ordinators Bell Ringers Mr Robin Miles Cleaners Mrs Jill Brett Flowers Mrs Maggie Edwards Readers & Intercessors Mrs Val Mourilyan Chalice & Sacristans Mrs Andrea Parr Healing Mrs Gillian Gough
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Website: www.wisboroughgreenparishchurch.org.uk For baptism or wedding enquiries, please contact the Vicar ASAP or, if unavailable, one of the churchwardens.
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Wisborough Green Village Directory Ad Vincula Magazine :
Editorial
Mr Roland Zilz Mrs Marion Jenkins Mrs Fran Wallace Mr John Gough
Advertising Distribution Balloon Club of Wisborough Green Climbing Bears Pre-school Cricket Club Chairman Farmers’ & Village Market Football Club Chairman History Society Horticultural Society Chairman Lawnmower Racing Minibus Association Minibus Bookings Neighbourhood Watch Area Co-ordinator Parish Council Chairman Parish Council Clerk Police (non-emergency) Primary School Business Manager Primary School PTA Secretary Scouting Groups: Scouts (10½+ yrs) Cubs (8-10½ yrs) Beavers (6-8 yrs) Sports Clubs Association (Pavilion) St Peter’s Luncheon Club Short Mat Bowls Club Spitfire Simulator Group Stoolball Club Table Tennis Club Village Hall Bookings Village Hall Committee Chairman Village Car Service Village Care Team & Library Service Wisborough Green Arts Wisborough Green Bridge Club Wisborough Green Conservative Association Wisborough Green Fete Society Wisborough Green Sideshows Society Wisborough Green Trust Wisborough Green Website Wisborough Green Website Editor Women’s Institute
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Mr Brian Smith Nina Lambkin Mr Steve Calder-Smith Mrs Aija Hamilton Mr Craig Vit Mrs Pam Warburton Philip Midwinter Mr Jim Gavin Mrs Pat Farmer Mrs Brenda Karn-Smith Mrs Priscilla Pinkham Mr Keith Charman Mrs Louise Davies
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What’s Happening in July Sun 03
Family Fun Day (p 25)
Half Moon, Kirdford
noon - 4.00 pm
Tue 05
West Sussex Decorative & Fine Arts Society (p 48) Fittleworth Village Hall Planning Committee (if required) Comm Rm, WG Village Hall
Wed 06
South Downs Decorative & Fine Arts Society (p 48) Fittleworth Village Hall WACT Cream Tea Voyage (p 41) Loxwood Canal Centre Village Hall 50 Club Draw (p 51) The Cricketers
Thur 07
WI Meeting (p 49) Handbell Summer Concert (p 25)
10.30 am 2.30 pm 6.30 pm
WG Village Hall Foxbridge Golf Club
8.00 pm 8.00 pm
Sat 9 to Sun 17 Horsham Art Trail Exhibition (p 38)
Horsham
Tue 12
Wizzy Tots Baby & Toddler Group (p 7)
WG Village Hall
Thur 14
Farmer’s & Village Market (p 45) Mobile Library St Peter’s Messy Church (p 11) Petworth Festival Service (p 45)
WG Village Hall 9.00 am - 12.30 pm The Pavilion WG 2.55 - 3.15 pm WG Village Hall 3.30 - 5.30 pm St Mary’s , Petworth 6.00 pm
Fri 15
Xpresso Coffee Morning (p 7) Wildlife Talk (p 41)
WG Parish Church WG Village Hall
Sun 17
Open Air Theatre Play (p 48) Digging Deeper (p 11)
Bignor Park, Pulborough WG Parish Church
Tue 19
Wizzy Tots Baby & Toddler Group Party (p 7) Vicarage Garden 9.30 - 11.30 am Minibus Annual Wine, Cheese & Paté Party (p 49) WG Village Hall 6.30 - 8.30 pm Parish Council Meeting Comm Rm, WG Village Hall 7.45 pm
Wed 20
Chris’s Fashions (p 25)
Wyatt House
Fri 22
Xpresso Coffee Morning (p 7)
WG Parish Church
9.00 - 11.30 am
Sat 23
WGHS Gardens Open (p 47)
Wisborough Green
2.00 - 6.00 pm
Tue 26
WACT Cream Tea Voyage (p 41)
Loxwood Canal Centre
Wed 27
Mobile Skip
The Pavilion WG
8.30 am - 1.30 pm
Thur 28
Mobile Library
The Pavilion WG
2.55 - 3.15 pm
9.30 - 11.30 am
9.00 - 11.30 am 7.30 pm
2.30 pm
EDITORIAL: Please email: editor@stpeterswg.org.uk
** DEADLINE 14th July PLEASE ** ADVERTISING: Please telephone: Fran Wallace on 01403 700320 or email: advertising@stpeterswg.org.uk
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