Ad Vincula Magazine March 2018 by St Peter Ad Vincula

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March 2018

Wisborough Green Parish Magazine

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AD VINCULA Wisborough Green Church and Community News

Highlights March 2018

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St Peter ad Vincula Calendar ..................................... 4 Pastoral Letter ............................................................ 5 Dates for Diary ........................................................... 6 Prayer / From the Registers ....................................... 7 From the Editor / Nevin Davies / Easter Lilies ........... 9 WG Primary School News ........................................ 11 Lollipop Volunteers Required / Wildlife Group ......... 13 Church Sponsored Activities .................................... 14 Ad Vinc Competition “How Far Can You Go?” ......... 15 Gardener’s Calendar / WACT Job Vacancy............. 17 WG Noticeboard Facebook Group ........................... 19 Village Hall News / Village Hall 50 Club ................... 21 Wisborough Green Sports News / Altar Frontal ...... 23 Ken’s Dos, Don’ts, Moans & Groans Page .............. 25 PACT News / Annual UNLOCK Walk ...................... 26 WG Fete Society Donations ..................................... 27 Notice Board ..................................................... 28 - 29 ‘Living Stones’ Away Day Rpt / Time for God .. 30 - 31 Recipe of the Month ................................................. 33 KKWG Update / WG Minibus Page .................. 34 - 35 Wisborough Green History ............................... 36 - 37 Neighbourhood Watch.............................................. 41 Village Organisations - News & Notices ........... 43 - 49 Church Cleaning / Flower Rosters / Directory .......... 52 Village Organisations Directory ................................ 53 What’s Happening .................................................... 54

Roland Zilz Editor Marion Jenkins Asst. Editor Fran Wallace Advertising John Gough Distribution Rev. Clive Jenkins Vicar Jamie Daniell Churchwarden Helen Vause 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 April 2018 issue:

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.

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Cover Picture - Springtime in Wisborough Green (Roland Zilz)

St Peter ad Vincula Calendar for March Sunday 4 March 3rd Sunday of Lent Tuesday

6 March

Wednesday 7 March Sunday 11 March 4th Sunday of Lent Tuesday 13 March Wednesday 14 March Thursday 15 March Sunday 18 March 5th Sunday of Lent Tuesday 4

20 March

Wednesday 21 March Sunday 25 March Palm Sunday Monday 26 March Tuesday 27 March Wednesday 28 March Thursday 29 March Maundy Thursday Friday 30 March Good Friday Sunday Easter Day

1 April

8.00am 10.30am 6.00pm 4.30pm to 5.00pm 10.00am 8.00am 10.30am 4.30pm to 5.00pm 10.00am 12.15pm 8.00am 10.30am 6.00pm 4.30pm to 5.00pm 10.00am 8.00am 10.30am 7.30pm 4.30pm to 5.00pm 7.30pm 10.00am 7.30pm 7.30pm 10.00am 12 noon 8.00am 10.30am

Holy Communion (BCP) Sung Eucharist Refresh contemporary worship and praise service Prayer Group (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road) Holy Communion Holy Communion (BCP) Time for God – MOTHERING SUNDAY Prayer Group (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road) Holy Communion St Peter’s Luncheon Club in the Village Hall Holy Communion (BCP) Sung Eucharist Digging Deeper Prayer Group (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road) Holy Communion Holy Communion (BCP) All Age Communion Compline Prayer Group (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road) Compline Holy Communion Compline Sung Eucharist All Age Service with activities and crafts followed by Hot Cross Buns An Hour’s Devotion at the Foot of the Cross Holy Communion (BCP) and lighting of Easter Fire. Sung Communion for Easter

For More Details of Services and Events see CHURCH WEBSITE http://www.wisboroughgreenparishchurch.org.uk/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stpeterwg/

Pastoral Letter But Ruth replied, ’Don’t urge me to leave you or turn back from you. Where you go I will go, and where you stay, I will stay. Your people will be my people and your God my God.’ Ruth 1:16 Mothering Sunday is March 11th, a very special day for many, as we focus on the love and care that mothers give to their children and families. Here at St. Peter’s our AllAge Morning Service at 10.30am (known as ‘Time For God’) will have this theme and we will explore together the amazing role that mothers play in our society, historically as well today. The scripture verse above comes from a short book in the Old Testament, the ‘Book of Ruth’. The background of the story is set in a famine ravaged land, where starvation has killed all the male members of Ruth’s extended family, leaving only her mother-inlaw and sister-in-law. Naomi, Ruth’s mother-in-law can no longer sustain her two daughters-in-law and encourages them to return to their previous families for support. However Ruth refuses to leave her and commits her life to Naomi, ensuring they face the future together, whatever that may bring. This situation is mirrored today in many countries of the world that are trapped in poverty and subsistence farming, vulnerable, to not only climatic changes such as droughts and floods, but to war, terrorism, and human trafficking. This creates internally displaced persons, who are refugees in their own country, just like Ruth and Naomi, who journeyed to Bethlehem, where they had distant relatives and Ruth was able to glean corn from the harvest. She met Boaz, 5 who showed her kindness and compassion. Ruth’s faithfulness to her mother-in-law is recognised and Boaz sees something special in her character and eventually marries her. The story does not end there, Ruth’s son Obed, was the father of Jesse whose son David is chosen to be King and from that family line comes Mary and Joseph, the earthly parents of Jesus, who was also born in Bethlehem. So let us give thanks for mothers and remember those who are having to struggle against the threat of starvation and hunger today and those who support and care for them throughout the world. Clive and Marion

Make Space Craft Group

crochet drawing Held on the First Friday of each Month from 9.30-11.30am

During the Xpresso Coffee Morning in the Village Hall Vine Room (during church building works) All are welcome. Bring your craft with you, or just come for a chat. sewin g

For further information contact Lorna on 01403 700155

Knitting

Dates for the Diary March Sunday Sunday

4th 11th

Thursday

15th

Sunday

18th

6pm Refresh contemporary worship 10.30am Time For God - Mothering Sunday with activities and distribution of posies. 12.15pm St Peter’s Luncheon Club in Village Hall (see p 15 for details) 6pm Digging Deeper into Philippians

Holy Week 2018 Sunday Thursday Friday

25th 29th 30th

Saturday

31st

10.30am All Age Communion - Palm Sunday 7.30pm Sung Eucharist for Maundy Thursday 10am Good Friday All Age Service with activities + Hot Cross Buns 12 noon An Hour’s Devotion at the Foot of the Cross 9.30am Churchyard working party (please bring own tools) followed by soup & sausage lunch at Vicarage.

April 6

Sunday

1st

Sunday Sunday Thursday Sunday

8th 15th 26th 29th

8am Holy Communion and lighting of Easter Fire 10.30am Sung Communion for Easter Day followed by Easter egg rolling 6pm Refresh Easter Special 10.30am Time For God with Activities 6pm Digging Deeper 3.15pm Messy Church in the Village Hall 12 noon Annual Parochial Church Meeting at St. Peter’s.

May Sunday Monday

27th 28th

Open Gardens in Wisborough Green Open Gardens in Wisborough Green

Fairtrade is a simple way to make a difference to the lives of the people who grow the things we love. This is achieved by changing the way trade works through better prices, decent working conditions and a fair deal for farmers and workers in developing countries. Have you seen the St Peter’s Fair Trading stall at the monthly Village Market? Would you consider sponsoring our £15 rent for one month each year – why not mark an anniversary, birthday or special event. If you would like to know more please call either Gillian Gough 700157 or Val Mourilyan 700089.

Prayer 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.

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. 7 All those living in particular roads are prayed for regularly, the whole parish being covered over a 12-week cycle: Week beginning:

4 March 11 March 18 March 25 March

Newpound Lane Newpound & Roundstreet Common School Road Thornton Meadow

From the Registers (January) Funerals:

We give thanks for the life of Richard Vause whose funeral took place at St. Peter’s on Friday 5th January 2018. We give thanks for the life of Thomas Tarlton whose funeral took place at Worthing Crematorium on Wednesday 10th January 2018. We give thanks for the life of Joyce Wilson whose funeral took place at Worthing Crematorium on Tuesday 23rd January 2018. We give thanks for the life of Peter Lyon whose funeral took place at Worthing Crematorium on Wednesday 24th January 2018. We give thanks for the life of Nevin Davies whose funeral took place at Worthing Crematorium on Thursday 25th January 2018.

Baptism:

We welcome into the Lord’s family Ralph and Alice Rollings who were baptised on Sunday 14th January 2018 at St. Peter’s.

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From the Editor Welcome to another packed edition of Ad Vincula. At the St Peter’s Away Day on 3 February (see report on p30), one of the things discussed was “outreach” by the church and it was felt that not many people were aware of the various things the church was involved in serving the wider community of Wisborough Green (including this magazine!). As a result of that discussion, I have moved Xpresso and Wizzy Tots to a new page and added some other items that the church sponsors but which some villagers may not be aware of (see p14/15). In a similar way to the permanent inclusion of village clubs and societies (p43 - 49), I intend to include these church-sponsored activities on a regular basis for reference. We only have two pictures of Ad Vincula on its travels around the world this month (see p15). Do please keep sending your pictures in. Finally, I would just highlight the plea for new members to join the Village Hall 50 Club and for a new organiser (p21) and don’t forget to join the Facebook Group WG Noticeboard (p19). I hope you will find something of interest and do please keep all your articles, comments and photos coming to me at editor@stpeterswg.org.uk. Roland Zilz This magazine can also be viewed on line at: http://www.wisboroughgreenparishchurch.org.uk/index.php/parish-magazine

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21 July 1930 – 29th December 2017 Karen, Ian and family would like to thank everyone for their kind words of sympathy and condolence. Having farmed in the village since 1956, Nevin was very much a ‘Wisborough Green’ man through and through, with wonderful tales of the village and characters in bygone days. He will be missed by many but remembered for his enthusiasm and commitment to his village and family.

EASTER LILIES If you would like to give a donation for the lilies, which will be used to decorate the church at Easter and to sign a card in remembrance of a loved one, a card and a donation box will be at the back of church on Sundays. Alternatively you can give the money to Maggie Edwards (01403 700944) or one of the Churchwardens. Thank you.

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Wisborough Green Primary School News I was delighted to receive our Ofsted report, after our recent inspection, as there are so many things to celebrate. The inspectors recognised the work we do, to ensure every child is recognised as an individual. I am incredibly proud of the whole staff team and grateful for their commitment to making a difference. ‘Wisborough Green Primary School is an inclusive school where everyone matters and is valued.’ Ofsted January 2018 Our children are considerate of each other and resilient to any challenges they face. Our focus on ‘perseverance’ as a key value, was evident throughout the school. Especially when children grapple with increasingly complex maths problems, to really challenge their thinking. Our love of books oozed from every corner of the school and the quality text we use to inspire a love of language, shone through. All children now make strong progress and some make outstanding progress in reading. Behaviour and personal development is another strength of our school. The children work in a calm and purposeful environment, respecting each other well. They work in groups, listening and sharing ideas, both inside and outside the classroom. Forest School is another positive development, where pupils have opportunities to explore their love for the living world, in a fantastic outdoor setting. We are currently expanding our pond area, with the help of Sussex Wildlife Trust. Some very special visitors have made their home in our secret garden - we will share more news with you next month!

Preparing our learners for life in modern Britain, is something that was identified as another strength. This is incredibly important, our children need to be strong communicators, creative in their thinking and determined to succeed, to achieve success in our diverse world. What is next for the children at Wisborough? We continue to challenge every learner even further, so they reach the highest standards possible. Our vibrant curriculum continues to engage and excite the children, we constantly strive to find new ways to prepare everyone for their next step in life. Our children leave WGPS prepared for a great future ahead of them, both socially and academically. We really are leading the way in many of our initiatives, WGPS is the place to be if you want to grow up prepared to change the world. Visit our website for more info: http://www.wisboroughgreenschool.org.uk or follow us on Twitter - @WGPS864

Warm regards, Amanda Harrison, Head Teacher 01403 700280

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Lollipop Volunteers Required Wisborough Green Primary School is looking to set up a traffic patrol to help the school children cross Durban's Road in the morning (8.30am - 9am) and the afternoon (3pm - 3.30pm). Do you have a couple of mornings or afternoons when you could help? If so please contact Clare Lonsdale at the school office: telephone: 01403 700280 email : office@wisboroughgreenschool.org.uk The school will provide all of the training, high vis jacket and the lollypop sign!

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The Parishes Wildlife Group Do remember to make a note of any wildlife species you see in the villages on March 11th, the date when Celtique Energie withdrew their plan for an exploratory drilling site on land to the south of Boxal Bridge…..at which point KKWG started up the Parishes Wildlife Group. Then please send your records to Mike or Jill, contact details below. Very pleased to see on the Wisborough Green Noticeboard Facebook Group (see p 19) that Bev Twelvetrees saw 2 beautiful Red Kites over the church on February 8 th... As she said, Stunning!! There are 2 nests near Midhurst so it’s worth watching out to see if they come any nearer and start nesting locally. March 22nd 7.30pm: MAGIC MEADOWS, WG Village Hall, School Road, RH14 0DU (Off the A272 just by the Village Pond). Jane and Michael Joseph will talk about how they set about creating their own meadow. These habitats were much reduced during WWII when they were dug up to provide additional fields for growing food and 97% have been lost in the UK. Come along and find out how they did it…..and later on in June when the plants are in flower we will be welcome to visit and see it and have a cuppa! River Kird dragonfly survey: In 2017 thanks to the cooperation of the riverside landowners, Dr Alison Barker was able to survey the river noting both its damsel and dragonflies. When the report is out copies will be given to the landowners and to the Parish Councils. There is still some work to do on a further section of the river for which we will need to find additional funding. Jill Sutcliffe, jillsutcliffe1@gmail.com or tel: 01403 700395 Mike King, mnking23@gmail.com or tel: 07949 909351

Church Sponsored Activities Wizzy Tots Wizzy Tots, Wisborough Green’s baby and toddler group, meets at the Village Hall every Tuesday during term time from 9.30 to 11.00 am. 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. 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 the Village Hall Vine Room (during church building works) and EVERYONE is welcome!

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The St. Peter’s Village Care Team meets regularly and its aims are to give help and support to the residents of Wisborough Green in as many ways as possible. This includes visiting people who are housebound, in hospitals or in nursing homes, and comforting those who are suffering from illness, bereavement, loneliness etc. We also provide (through the West Sussex County Council) a free library service for those who are unable to leave their homes. Each team member is responsible for looking after an area of the village, for welcoming new arrivals, and for giving friendly advice. We produce “Welcome to Wisborough Green Cards” containing useful information which are always delivered personally. When appropriate, we send out cards on the first anniversaries of Baptism and Confirmation, and for bereavements. We are always open to suggestions and new ideas to help the community. Please feel free to contact Angela Craddock on 01403 700336 for any enquiries.

Village Car Service The Village Car Service, a part of the St Peter’s Village Care Scheme (see above), has now been in operation for over fifteen years. It provides transport to Doctor’s and Dentist’s surgeries and local hospitals on request. There is no charge for this service but donations are invited from passengers as these are ploughed back into the Team’s budget to pay petrol expenses to the volunteer drivers. The service is co-ordinated by Jennie Burr (tel:01403 700607). We have a dedicated team of drivers and are extremely grateful to them all, but always need new recruits to cover busy periods. If anyone is interested in driving for the village please contact Angela Craddock on 01403 700336.

Church Sponsored Activities (Cont.) ST PETER’S LUNCHEON CLUB St Peter’s Luncheon Club meets six times a year, on a Thursday, in the Wisborough Green Village Hall and is open to anyone who lives in the village or who worships at St Peter's. A two-course lunch, accompanied by a glass of wine, costs £5.00, payable at the door. Members are reminded by telephone a week or so before the event. If you would like to become a member, please ring Hilary Edmonds on 01403 700623. The next lunch will be on: Thursday 15th March at 12.15 for 12.45 in the Village Hall.

Ad Vincula - “How far can you go?” We only have two entries this month as “certain people” forgot to take their Ad Vincula with them! Please remember to take your copy with you wherever you travel. Last month, the distance winner was Derek Cooper in Chile (7,590m). This month the distance winner with 10,581 miles is Annie Daniell. Congratulations Annie.

Left: Annie Daniell at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, Australia (10,581m)

Right: Roger & Jo Newman at the Sigiriya Rock Fortress in Sri Lanka (5,412m)

Don’t worry if your travels don’t take you to distant shores, we still want to find the most unusual location for Ad Vincula so please keep those photos coming in! You can post on our Facebook Site: https:// www.facebook.com/stpeterwg/ or you can email to editor@stpeterswg.org.uk. Roland Zilz

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The Gardener’s Calendar

by Ian Clemens

 Finish cutting back any dead foliage left on your perennials and ornamental grasses to make way for new growth.  Prune overwintered fuchsias back to one or two buds on each shoot.  Deadhead daffodils as the flowers finish and let the foliage die back naturally.  Dead-head Hydrangeas before new growth appears.  Cut off the old leaves of Hellebores to remove any foliar diseases and make the spring flowers more visible.  Towards the end of the month plant your chitted early potatoes outside in the ground.  Plant onions, shallots and garlic provided the soil isn't frozen or waterlogged. Alternatively plant into individual pots for transplanting outdoors later on when soil conditions are more favourable.  Start to sow vegetable seeds such as carrots, radishes and lettuce in greenhouse borders or outside under cloches.  Plant fruit trees and raspberry canes now.  Cut autumn-fruiting raspberry canes to the ground to stimulate new cane growth. Cut the tips of summer-fruiting raspberry canes that have grown beyond the top of their supports; cut just above a bud.  Protect the blossoms of apricots, peaches and nectarines from frost with horticultural fleece.  Mulch rhubarb with a thick layer of well-rotted manure to keep it healthy and reduce moisture loss through the soil. Take care not to cover the crown. You can also plant fresh rhubarb crowns now.  Covering your strawberries with a cloche will encourage earlier fruiting.

The Wey & Arun Canal Trust - Job Vacancy

CANAL CENTRE SUPERVISOR This is an opportunity to work in our Canal Centre at Loxwood and the role includes welcoming visitors and boat trip passengers and acting as a focal point and face of your local waterway. The role is required to provide excellence in the visitor experience for the Wey & Arun Canal and to work closely with the canal centre manager and volunteers. We are looking for experience in tourism and/or retail. Flexible hours but usually from 11am-4pm from March through to October when the boat trips are running. Applications with CVs to support@weyandarun.co.uk or see weyarun.org.uk/vacancies. CLOSING DATE: Sunday 1 April 2018

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Our new community Facebook Group - Wisborough Green Noticeboard (announced last month) is slowly growing with now over 130 members at time of writing. I know not everyone uses Facebook but with over 650 households in Wisborough Green, I’m sure we should be able to do better than this. There has already been some useful information posted on the site and I’m told that the Parish Council intends to make use of this Group to disseminate Council News and other relevant information. So do please consider joining the Group as the more people who belong, the more useful it will be. The link is https://www.facebook.com/groups/522698378117163/ but, if that doesn’t work, just search for Wisborough Green Noticeboard in Facebook. Many thanks, Roland Zilz

An invitation to the Fifth Gospel A pilgrimage to the Holy Land of Christ`s birth, ministry, death and resurrection has been described as being a Fifth Gospel. Certainly such an experience brings the Gospels alive in a way that nothing else can do and makes all the difference as we read or hear them read and as we celebrate the Christian year. I have twice led deanery pilgrimages and propose to lead another pilgrimage in October this year with an open invitation to anyone who would like to go. Seven nights will be spent at an hotel overlooking the old city of Jerusalem and three in a hotel in Tiberias by the side of the Sea of Galilee. The itinerary includes Bethlehem, Yad Vashem, Caesarea Philippi, Nazareth, Capernaum, sailing on the Sea of Galilee as well as the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Mount of Olives and other sites in Jerusalem. At the airport a coach, driver and Palestinian Christian guide will be there and will remain with us until we return to the airport. If you would like more information, please contact me. There is a leaflet at the back of the church. Canon John Bundock 01403 752425

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Village Hall News At last! Some progress to report. It seems like we have stood still for so long. Following a site visit, we have now reached agreement with the planning and heritage officers at Chichester DC regarding our plans for the village hall. Our architect has made a few detailed changes to drawings which Chichester DC will publish for the statutory 21 day period. Our application will then be put to the Planning Committee with the support of the planning and heritage advisers. This may still take a few weeks, but we have taken a major step forward towards obtaining the necessary consent. We are now working on the removal of the fixed stage in the main hall and “matching and patching” the floor underneath. This will provide much needed additional floor space to benefit various activities at the hall. More news next month. Keith Carter, Chairman, Village Hall Management Committee

Wisborough Green Village Hall 50 Club New 50 Club Members Required and New Volunteer Promoter Needed In case you weren’t aware, here in the village we run a 50 Club which raises funds to support the village hall. Essentially members join by paying a yearly subscription (at present it is £48 and this can be paid in instalments if desired). This entitles each member to be included in the monthly-prizes draw. There are prizes of £20, £50 and £75, varying through the year, with a bonus draw in December of £500. Each subscriber has two chances in each draw. This is a good fun-way to raise monies for your village hall. Every year so far, our 50 Club has raised over £1000 towards the costs of running the Village Hall. We rely upon villagers to subscribe in order to continue this 50 Club. We also need a promoter to organise the monthly draw and to issue subscription tickets. The more members we encourage the more the benefits for the community. Ruth Andrews has been our organiser for many years and she now wishes to stand down. We are very grateful to Ruth for all her efforts. Please would you consider helping by volunteering to take on the role of 50 Club promoter and organiser. If you think that you, or a friend of yours would enjoy getting involved in this village activity, then please contact Keith Carter on 700502 or Ruth Andrews on 700671.

Join us please…….Wisborough Green VH 50Club needs you!

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Richard, Caroline and the team would like to welcome you to The Bat & Ball Country Pub and Hayward’s Restaurant. Newpound Lane, Wisborough Green, RH14 0EH 01403 700199 Open 7 days a week Bar open for coffee and drinks 12-11 Mon - Sat Sunday 12-9 Lunch Monday - Saturday 12-3 Dinner Monday - Saturday 6-9. On Sundays we serve our delicious Sunday roast in addition to an array of seasonal dishes 12-8 www.haywards-batandball.co.uk 22

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Wisborough Green Sports News Sports Association. The existing pavilion is being repaired and decorated. Any help with a paint brush will be gratefully received. We also need to look at the construction of the top Balcony which was repaired last year but only on a temporary basis. Football Club Neither team has played since the start of December 2017, This is mainly due to the weather and softness of the pitch from the autumn spiking. For Club fixtures please check the web site www.full-time.thefa.com. This is not always reliable but is the best place to look for fixtures. Cricket Club Winter nets will be starting for the Colts at Cranleigh School from Early March see next addition for details. Senior nets start in Early April. The Cricket Club AGM was held on Sunday 14th January and the club officials are remaining as last year. Chairman Steve Calder-Smith, Secretary - John Newman, 1st XI captain James Sadler. New players are always welcome. Please call 1st XI captain James Sadler on 07973 414645 Ken Vickery Stoolball The village has had a Ladies Stoolball team for many decades, however with players relocating, going to Uni or having young families we are looking to recruit new players. We play on a Monday and Wednesday evening across the local area and are looking for ladies of all ages to play! You don’t need to commit to both nights, but it’s great to get out and play this local sport. Look out for details here next month of our practice sessions on the green in April before our season starts in May. If you are interested please contact me on 01403 700584. Thanks Clare Steere

1918-2018 Commemorative Altar Frontal for St. Peter’s Are you someone who is good at needlework: tapestry or embroidery? Would you like to be involved in producing a commemorative Altar Frontal as part of our Village Commemoration of the end of World War One? If so, please contact me so that we can gather together a team who would enjoy the challenge to create a visible reminder of the anniversary of the end of the Great War. This would be displayed in Church for Remembrance Sunday as a lasting memorial of those who departed these shores over one hundred years ago, never to return home. Clive Jenkins 700339

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‘Dos, Don’ts, Moans & Groans’ Page Well a good start to the return of the moans and groans page last month - we moaned about the village notice board and almost immediately a brand new board turned up! Thank you parish council it looks much better. (I think it was a bit quick to have been anything to do with Moans & Groans but hey !!) My first Groan of the year has also proved to be correct NO football on the green in the last 8 weeks. Grass looks great but you cannot walk on it - it’s too wet. This will have knock on effects to completing the football fixtures this season, the end of season repairs and preparation for the Cricket season. I have Received 2 moans this month from parish members. The first is a recurring problem with rubbish being thrown out of a car along the Loxwood / Durbans Road late at night. Please keep an eye out for the cars travelling up and down the road and let’s stop whoever it is. My second Moan is more serious and it comes from a young Mum who collects her children from the primary school and then would like to walk along the footpaths from the school to either the Village hall car park or the Three Crowns car park with her 25 children in a buggy and safe on the footpath. The problem is HEDGES - they overhang the footpaths and you cannot walk on them without stepping into the road or muddy verge. Please have a look and see if your hedge is overhanging and, if it is, please cut it back remembering it will grow again in the spring. Hopefully you will all have started walking around the village enjoying the views from the church, taking in a pint in the pub or even watching a sport on the green. Remember to look out for those footpath and highway issues, take a photo and log a report on West Sussex Highways web site it only takes 5 mins. And, believe it or not, they are repairing these but only if reported. SEE IT : PHOTO IT : REPORT IT : GET IT REPAIRED. LEFT: This was the kerb outside the village shop repaired 02 Feb 2018 My final DO for this month please e-mail me at kenvickery@hotmail.co.uk with anything that you feel happy or unhappy with. People do read this and take note so please help me to help the village. PS. Had a wonderful “ Burns night Supper” at the Bat and Ball with “Bag Pipes” player and all. Ken V

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Palm Sunday Procession Sunday 25th March, 3pm – the annual procession will start at the Sacred Heart in Angel Street and process through the town depicting Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. There will be the Petworth Town Band, a donkey and a Palm Sunday script read by a variety of church goers in the town. The event finishes at St Mary’s and is made complete at the end with tea and cake. Please join in with us. Spring lecture Friday 13th April 7.30pm at St Mary’s with SAT-7 – SAT-7 is a Christian television service broadcasting to 500 million people in the Middle East and North Africa. They produce a whole variety of programmes from children’s game shows to deep theological studies; lifestyle magazines to sports programmes – but woven through them all is the thread of God’s transforming love for the world through Jesus Christ. Most importantly, SAT-7 strives to make the Good News as easily understood and culturally relevant as possible. This is why most of their programmes are produced by Middle Easterners living in the region. It’s going to be a fascinating talk from Karin Needham learning about the work they do and how they provide inspirational, informative and educational television in a very different environment to ours. Kate & Karl Ayling 26

Annual Unlock Walk - Saturday 28th April 2018 A date for your diary. The 'Unlock Walk' supporting churches in inner city London takes place on 28 th April in Tottenham. I well remember visiting Tottenham on the Unlock walk 20 years ago – and have photos of St Peter's Milestone and Cornerstone children in Tottenham to prove it! Sadly we are older and wiser! (Some of us have become decrepid!) We walked then in a very different London and it was shortly after the Broadwater Estate riots and we were particularly worried to keep our charges safe. But we were met with joy and cake! Today the local churches are reaching out to their multicultural and vibrant communities through tough conditions. It is an 8 mile walk and we go into about 8 churches – so not too difficult! Do let me know if you would like to join us. Tel. 700700. Judy Moorey

Wisborough Green Fete Society 2018 Donations Are you involved with, or do you know of, a local good cause that would benefit from some additional funding? Every year the Wisborough Green Fete aims to support a variety of local charities and organisations – last year we were able to donate over £6,500 to eight causes ranging from the Air Ambulance and Fire Fighters to the Village Hall and Pavilion, WG Scouts and the minibus. If you are interested in being considered this year, or would like to find out more, please contact Kate Perry on 01403 700099.

Special Cruises on the Wey & Arun Canal, Loxwood Special cruises will be running on the canal on Mothering Sunday, 11th March 2018. 27 A ‘Coffee & Danish Pastry Cruise’ will depart at 11.00am and Cream Tea Cruises will depart at 2.15pm and 4.30pm. Black tie service will enhance the relaxing treat for Mums (and all passengers)! The trips take 1½ hours. Tickets cost £14 for adults and £10 for children and must be booked in advance. Themed Easter Cruises will be running on Good Friday, 30th March, Easter Day, 1st April, and on Easter Monday, 2nd April. Plenty of Easter characters will be on the canal to entertain you – come along and join in the fun! The trips take 40 minutes and depart at 11.00am, 12.00 and 2.00pm. Children will receive a chocolate gift from the Easter Bunny while adults can enjoy the chance to unwind and enjoy the scenery. Tickets cost £10.00 per person and include refreshments. Booking in advance is advisable. The first of the popular Cream Tea Voyages will be on Thursday 24th May. These trips 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 2.15pm and 4.30pm. Tickets cost £14 per person and should be booked in advance. Bookings for all the special events throughout the year and weekend public trips can be made via the Trust website www.weyandarun.co.uk . For enquiries about private charters, volunteering opportunities and membership please call The Wey & Arun Canal Trust Office on 01403 752403 or email office@weyandarun.co.uk.

NOTICE Join us at our Big Brew on Friday 2nd of March 2018 at Xpresso Coffee Morning As part of The Fairtrade Fortnight, (26 Feb to 11 March), we are having our Big Brew in the Village Hall. Please join us, along with friends and relatives. Times are 0845 to 1200, when we will be there to serve you. delicious coffee and tea as well as cakes Remember that all monies raised go to help Traidcraft and the special thing is that the UK Government will match your donations pound for pound. This means that, best of all, each pound raised will be doubled. 28

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Fish ‘n’ Chips lunch at Wyatt House Thurs 22nd March at 12.30 All welcome Please phone Cathy on 700673 to place your order (ordered from Jack Fullers, Billingshurst)

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THURSDAY, 19th April 2018 Two course Dinner and Coach - £24-00 all in. The Coach will leave outside The Three Crowns 6 pm. First race takes place 7-30pm If interested, please contact, Reg Hickman 01403 701886 Or E-MAIL REGHICKMAN5@GMAIL.COM Deposit £10-00 secures a Place. Balance due, by 5th March 2018. THANK YOU.

Living Stones Away Day - Saturday 3 February 2018 Invitations were sent out for our day at St. Mary’s Hall, Billingshurst to look at three areas that impact all of us at St. Peter’s and the community we serve. They were ‘Outreach’, ‘Worship’ and the Building itself. Forty six folk were present on the day and others sent their apologies and suggestions for action. Those attending were split into three groups to facilitate discussion and to formulate proposals for the PCC (Parochial Church Council) to take further.

Regarding the Church building, many wanted it to be used more and to be made available for community use. Concerts, shows and films could be 30 offered with an upgrading of our sound and visual systems Outreach was seen as vitally important and a number of suggestions were made ranging from Pastoral Care and Support to open-air services. Worship is at the centre of Christian life, but it can seem inaccessible to many seeking a way in. Clarification of terminology and explanation of what we do and why, could help. We would like to develop our All-Age fourth Sunday morning Communion Service to make it more family friendly. Thank you to all who contributed and for those who made soup and cakes for our lunch, which was delicious. The Living Stones away day has given us lots to pray about and to think through as we move forward together, guided by God’s Holy Spirit. Clive Jenkins

Time For God - February The theme for Time For God on 11th February was Noahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ark. This was explored through creating an Ark picture, making a dove from a paper plate, decorating cakes with rainbow coloured sweets and choosing animal faces to put on a rainbow lolly stick, to jump about during the Arky Arky song. We heard that we can trust God to keep his promises, which are there for us to read in the Bible.

Our next Time For God Service is on Mothering Sunday, 10.30am, Sunday 11th March. All welcome.

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Recipe of the Month NANAIMO BARS I adore these chocolatey/coffee bars, which I thought originated from Portugal but it turns out the original recipe (which required no baking so was a bit different) comes from a town of the same name (Nanaimo) in British Columbia on Vancouver Island! Enjoy with your morning coffee!

Ingredients For the biscuit base:

For the buttercream:

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100g digestive biscuits, broken into pieces 60g walnut pieces 40g cocoa powder, sifted 100g golden caster sugar 80g desiccated coconut 150g unsalted butter, melted 2 medium eggs, beaten

100g unsalted butter, softened 2 tablespoons custard powder ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 250g icing sugar 2 tablespoons milk

For the chocolate coating:  150g dark chocolate (approx. 70 per cent cocoa solids), broken into pieces  25g unsalted butter  4 tablespoons strong black coffee

Method 1. Pre-heat the oven to 160 degC fan oven/180 degC electric oven and butter a 23cm non-stick square brownie tin, 4cm deep. 2. Whizz the digestives and the walnuts to crumbs in a food processor. Add the cocoa and sugar and whizz again, then transfer the mixture to a large bowl and mix in the coconut. Add the melted butter and blend, then add the beaten eggs, stirring until well combined. Transfer the mixture to the tin and level the surface using your fingers or the back of a spoon. Bake for 15 minutes then leave to cool. 3. To make the buttercream, whisk the butter in a large bowl for about a minute until pale and fluffy using an electric whisk. Whisk in the custard powder and the vanilla and then the icing sugar. Once the mixture appears crumbly, add the milk and continue to whisk to a pale and mousse-like buttercream. Spread this over the biscuit base using a palette knife and chill for about an hour until set. 4. To make the chocolate coating, gently melt the chocolate with the butter in a bowl set over a pan with a little simmering water in it, then whisk in the coffee. If the mixture seems to separate, keep beating until it is completely smooth and glossy – THIS IS IMPORTANT, as if it appears oily the butter will harden as a film on the surface. Smooth this over the surface of the buttercream and swirl it using a teaspoon. Loosely cover the tin with clingfilm and chill for several hours until set. 5. To serve, cut into bars or squares. These bars should keep well for several days and are best served chilled. N.B. If the glaze still seems oily after beating, simply whisk in 2 teaspoons of cold water. (Recipe courtesy of www.sheerluxe.com/blogs)

Judie Donovan

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Update Boxal Bridge Granted Listed Building Status This news arrived just after last month’s deadline. So, belatedly many thanks to local residents and to three of the NE Parishes of Chichester District, namely Kirdford, Plaistow + Ifold plus Wisborough Green, all of whom 34 objected to WSCC Highway plans to replace (read demolish) Boxal Bridge. WSCC was “inundated” with objections in the autumn when the plans became public. On January 17th, 2018, Historic England (HE) listed Boxal Bridge Grade II. According to HE guidance on Transport infrastructure (Dec 2017), “most pre-1840 bridges, where substantially intact, will warrant serious consideration for listing”. New information was provided by the Bedham Commoners in the form of an 1836 map by T.C.Lewis naming the bridge and, in addition, HE refers in its assessment to Richard Budgen’s 1724 map which shows a crossing at Boxal Brook as a ford. The HE listing states that the bridge illustrates the development of construction across the country at a time of rapid increase in infrastructure, represented by the network of stone bridges that surround Kirdford and Wisborough Green. This listing means that listed building consent MUST be applied for in order to make any changes to the bridge which might affect its special interest. We hope the council will now spend the time and money repairing and maintaining the bridge, as we have always accepted that the bridge does need some TLC but NOT a replacement. We also hope that the council will address the problems of the road surfaces on both sides of the bridge with the increasing number of dangerous pot holes!

Local Oil & Gas Drilling At the Broadford Bridge Exploratory oil drilling site, flow testing is due to finish at the end of February and the company reported that they found little of interest so should restore the site by the end of June. Be warned, however, that the CEO of UKOG, Stephen Sanderson, reports that the company is looking for 2 additional sites in the area.

Jill Sutcliffe, Chair KKWG, 01403 700395 or jillsutcliffe1@gmail.com

Wisborough Green Division Divisional 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 There is a form to complete (obtainable from Pat Farmer) and the annual membership fee is £5 starting on 1st January. For bookings ring: BRENDA KARN-SMITH (701076) and for outings: KATE VERNALLS (701004)

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The trip to Windsor Castle above is fully booked, but Kate will take waiting list names in case someone drops out. The price is £25 and includes entry and bus fare. On Wednesday 2nd May at 9.30 am the bus will be going to the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Club. The price of the tour will be £24 if we can get a full bus, and as this needs to be paid one month before the visit, Kate will be collecting £24 from interested passengers before 1st April. The cost includes as much time as you need in the very interesting museum giving the complete history of the tennis club and information on players past and present. After lunch in the cafe on site, (which serves anything from soup and sandwiches to full hot meals – not included in the entry price), there will be a fully guided tour of the grounds, behind the scenes to see where the players go between matches, where the television broadcasts are made, and of course, a visit to the centre court with its hi-tech roof. The cost for the bus fare on the day will be £8. I am presently collecting in membership subscriptions for this year and look forward to hearing from members who have not yet renewed for 2018 and from those who would like to join.

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Wisborough Green History - JAMES Last month showed how Jim ran the company, gaining new business and maintaining his relationship with his customers. This month I've described how the cars were renovated except that I've used current personnel so as to make use of recent photographs (some of which are included). Nevertheless, these are procedures and techniques that have always been employed by the company. The start of the renovation of a car or any other work untaken by James E Pearce starts with an enquiry by phone or email often from like minded enthusiasts as much of their work is by recommendation. These enquiries come almost on a daily basis and can come from absolutely anywhere in the world. The work can range from a cast door handle right up to the rebuild or preservation of a vintage Bentley. With a new customer, the scope of the work required is quickly established and also whether or not the enquiry suits their line of business. Many of their customers own and drive vintage or luxury Bentleys (including the later Derby-built Bentleys) which are all cars from the 36 1920s and 30s; these cars represented the height of luxury and performance in their time. David is particularly proud that over the years James E Pearce has won most of the top awards at the Bentley Drivers’ Club Annual Concours d’Elegance events both in this country and in the USA where the Concours event at Pebble Beach, California is considered to be the top event in the world. Much of the company’s work has been associated with Bentleys over the years; however they have undertaken coachwork and preservation of many different types of car of varied styles and designs, e.g. Rolls Royce, Aston Martin, Lagonda and Bugatti. (The photos on this page both show David, firstly checking the fuses inside the engine compartment (with the engine removed) of a 1931 Bentley 8 litre and, below, with the original 4.5 litre Bentley Team car that raced in Le Mans in 1930 and WO Bentley’s own personal 8 litre saloon restored in Butts Works.)

S E PEARCE (SUSSEX) LTD (Cont) 8 It is usual for the customer to visit Butts W orks for an initial assessment once the scope of the work has been discussed. This will probably be with his car. Dependent upon the type of work, the new customer, David Pearce and either the Engineering Works manager (Duncan Tamplin) or the Coachtrim Manager (Barr y Harvey) will spend time with the customer to confirm the different aspects of the work required and any problems that may become apparent. Sometimes the company will accept a car for appraisal prior to meeting the customer. This entails spending time listing the repairs or modifications that they feel would raise the standard of the coachwork or return the car to its original specification. Photographs of the car are used to document their thoughts and these are referred to when preparing an estimate and work list. In both cases they use a spreadsheet to list the tasks 37 required, to calculate the hours needed to carry out the work (whether carried out inhouse or sent to specialist) and to list the materials required. The data listing the costs of man hours and materials are used to form the basis of any agreed costs to the customer. The timescale for the project is then calculated using a critical path analysis; this takes account of individual activity times so that the task that takes the longest time dictates the overall duration and cannot be delayed without affecting the whole project. Once the plan has been agreed with the customer, the car is booked into the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s schedules and arrangements are made to accept the car when space allows in the workshops. (The photos on this page show Jim fitting trim to a Gurney Nutting Bentley fabric saloon and the partial renovation of a Bentley Speed Six.). (Continued next month) Richard B

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COMPLETION OF LATEST LOCK RESTORATION BY THE WEY & ARUN CANAL TRUST The Wey & Arun Canal Trust is proud to announce that the official completion of Gennets Bridge Lock will be celebrated on Saturday, 21st April 2018 at midday. This is the Trust’s latest restoration project and also marks the retirement of Mr Eric Walker, MBE, leader of the volunteer team who have worked on the lock for the last two years. Our guest of honour will be Mr Nigel Gibbons who has been a huge support during the project. Work started in June 2015 after the required protected species measures were complete. The lock is situated on the Surrey/Sussex border path. “Most of the work has been carried out by volunteers but some critical parts of the construction project were undertaken by contractors,” said Sally Schupke, Trust Chairman. “The piling and concrete shell were installed by our contractors, Burras Ltd, with the rest of the work completed by our team of volunteers”. We invite visitors to join us in the celebrations at the lock side on the 21 st April. Parking will be available at Loxwood North Hall (on the B2133 in Loxwood village) and it is a short (but maybe muddy) walk to the lock. A map and souvenir brochure will be available from our publicity stand at Loxwood North Hall. Further details are available on our website www.weyandarun.co.uk together with details of boat trips from our canal centre during the day.

School Invites Bursary Applications Are you aware of a child in your Parish who would benefit from a boarding education, regardless of family means? Christ’s Hospital near Horsham, invites applications for bursary places which can cover up to 100% of boarding fees. Year 5 pupils who are considering secondary education in September 2019 are invited to apply. Simon Reid, Headmaster said: “All candidates applying for a place will be assessed on their potential, both academically and the broader curriculum opportunities. Currently means-tested bursaries are granted to nearly 650 of our (892) pupils; 20% of those receive a free place with nearly 50% paying less than 10% of the full boarding fee. Children attending the School are provided with uniforms, meals, accommodation, all teaching and learning materials. Being part of the boarding school community is a life-changing adventure that many children will only have dreamt or read about.” The closing date for applications for September 2019 entry into Year 7 is Friday, 14 September 2018. Christ’s Hospital was established over 460 years ago as a charitable boarding school and is proud to maintain its founding principles and ethos. It offers educational opportunity, particularly for children from disadvantaged backgrounds. Admissions enquiries are warmly welcomed. Please telephone 01403 246555 or email hello@christs-hospital.org.uk for more information. www.christs-hospital.org.uk

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Neighbourhood Watch - Crime News & Advice Flight Ticket Fraud Fraudsters are attempting to entice victims who are looking for cheap flights abroad. Victims have reported booking tickets via websites or a “popular” ticket broker, only to discover that after payment via bank transfer or electronic wire transfer, the tickets/ booking references received are counterfeit. In some cases, all communications between the company or broker and the victim have been severed. Fraudsters are targeting individuals who are seeking to travel to African nations and the Middle East, particularly those wishing to travel in time for popular public and religious holidays.

Prevention Advice:  Pay safe: Be cautious if you're asked to pay directly into a private individual’s bank account. Paying by direct bank transfer is like paying by cash – the money is very difficult to trace and is not refundable. Wherever possible, pay by credit card or a debit card.  Conduct research on any company you’re considering purchasing tickets from; for example, are there any negative reviews or forum posts by previous customers online? Don’t just rely on one review - do a thorough online search to check the company’s credentials.  Check any company website thoroughly; does it look professional? Are there any spelling mistakes or irregularities? There should be a valid landline phone number and a full postal address so that the company can be contacted. Avoid using the site if there is only a PO Box address and mobile phone number, as it could be difficult to get in touch after you buy tickets. PO Box addresses and mobile phone numbers are easy to change and difficult to trace.  Be aware that purchasing tickets from a third party, particularly when initial contact has been made via a social media platform can be incredibly risky.  If tickets to your intended destination appear cheaper than any other vendor, always consider this; if it looks too good to be true, it probably is!  Look for the logo: Check whether the company is a member of a recognised trade body such as ABTA or ATOL. You can verify membership of ABTA online, at www.abta.com.  If you have been affected by this, or any other type of fraud, report it to Action Fraud by calling 0300 123 2040, or visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk.

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

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Local Club and Society News Wisborough Green Short Mat Bowls Club Wisborough Green entertained Midhurst in a friendly match on Tuesday 16th January, with Midhurst coming out on top by 8 shots. We lost on both mats, on Mat 1 (Jane, Jean, David and Bernard) losing a titanic battle 12-14 and Mat 2 (Evelyn, Reg, Hilary and Monica) losing a hard fought game 14-20 giving a Match Result of 26-34. Wisborough Green entertained Pulborough in a friendly match on Wednesday 7th February, with Pulborough coming out on top by 6 shots. We lost on both mats, on Mat 1 (Jane, Monica, David and Bernard) losing 17-22 and Mat 2 (Hilary, Gavin, George and Pauline) losing 15-16, giving a Match Result of 32-38. Wisborough Green entertained West Chiltington in a friendly match on Tuesday 13th February, with Wisborough running out winners by 14 shots. Wisborough had good wins on both mats, with Mat 1 (Evelyn, Marilyn, Lorraine and George) winning 24-13 and Mat 2 (Jean, Gavin, Shirley and Pauline) winning 19-16 giving a Match Result of 43-29. March Fixtures: Tuesday 20th Alfold 2pm (away), Thursday 22nd Ashington 6:30pm (away) Monica Enticknap, Captain

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. Do come along and give it a try â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we are a very friendly bunch. 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 10.30am - new members are always welcome. Sue Killingbeck, Secretary (Tel: 01403 700704)

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The Cricketers Arms The Heart of Wisborough Green 01403 700369

A beautiful 16th century pub located in a beautiful Sussex village. All fresh home cooked food. Good quality beer. Live music Friday/Saturday evenings from 9pm. Theme food evenings. Check website for dates.

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Local Club and Society News (Cont) Wisborough Green ‘Mountain’ Rescue Run by local volunteers. Stuck in a ditch or up a tree? Call us. Contact: Mr Brian Smith 700346.

Wisborough Green Horticultural Society Monday 5th March 8pm - AGM In the Village Hall Please do come to our AGM as it is your opportunity to elect the committee and to have your say about WGHS and how you think we are doing – a sort of Trip Adviser moment! Come in good time for coffee plus there will also be a glass of wine on offer. After the AGM there will be the Annual Quiz – a blend of general and horticultural questions. Your subscriptions are now due and the new schedules will be available. Membership is £7 single or £12 joint – cheques payable to WGHS (Fernlea, Kirdford Road WG) or pay online (Sort Code:60-02-31 A/c number 95988823 a/c name WGHS – please add your initial and surname as reference). It was good to see so many people at the last talk on Clematis. I think we could have had a little more pruning advice. (Generally prune hard for later flowering varieties and not much for the earlier ones). Writing about pruning, March is a good time to prune roses – and remember there are a lot of rose classes to enter for the June Show! Hopefully see you at the AGM! WGHS

Canal is not just for boat enthusiasts The Wey & Arun Canal Trust (WACT) isn’t an organisation just for boaters and waterway fans. Its members are enthusiasts of many types. They range from walkers to wildlife photographers, but most have one thing in common – a love of the countryside. And they all support the magnificent project of restoring the 19th Century canal from Pallingham in West Sussex to Shalford in Surrey. The trust can also arrange a speaker to give talks about WACT and its activities to organisations and community groups. WACT’s volunteer speakers are increasing the number of talks being given. Bookings are already being made for 2019. Talks can be organised via the website www.weyandarun.co.uk or by emailing talks@weyandarun.co.uk

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Wisborough Green FARMERS MARKETplus News

Next Market: Thursday 8th March 2018 Wisborough Green Village Hall 9.00am – 12.30pm th

Our 16 YEAR! 16 years ago Lil Elliott and Mary Lindfield, together with Rosemary Treherne (d.2010) and Irene Pine (now in a nursing home) had the idea of setting-up this new and unheard of venture in Wisborough Green, for which the market community is immensely grateful.

Mary Lindfield The amount of work and dedication Mary has put into the market over the years has been phenomenal. But after nearly 16 years of active service running the market, Mary has decided that the time has come to step down from the Committee. She will continue to support the market and will still be seen doing her shopping and chatting to old friends, and whilst no longer a member of the Committee, Mary will continue visiting other markets, on the lookout for new stallholders for our market. The Committee and market community would like to thank Mary, a fine achievement. And as a mark of our appreciation, we have asked Mary to accept the title of ‘Honorary Patron’. Following an appeal for help, the Committee is delighted to welcome village newcomer Annette Heselgrove to join the Committee as Market Administrator. 47 We would also like to thank Douglas Guy, Paul Spackman, Annette and Mark Heselgrove who joined the team of market volunteers to help with the February market.

March Market – Easter  Sue Turley of Garden Cottage Products will be back with a great selection of Easter food specialities.  Harvey’s Farm (our turkey specialist) will also be selling free range chickens.  Pure Chocolate Truffles will have an array of chocolate treats.  Fairtrade is being given a boost by the Government backing of Fairtrade Fortnight: do ask our stallholder about what the organisation does.  And, then give yourself a break with a cup of coffee, a piece of cake and a chat with old and new friends courtesy of Macmillan. Follow us on social media for updates, photographs and market chat: Facebook: www.facebook.com/WisboroughGreenFarmersandVillageMarket Instagram: www.instagram.com/wisboroughmarket Twitter: www.twitter.com @WGvillagemarket

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Arts Society Meetings The Arts Society - West Sussex On Tuesday 6th March, Gavin Plumley will talk on

Gustav Klimt: Imperial Muralist Turned Radical Painter Klimt was a prominent figure in Vienna at the turn of the century. The rejection of public pomp is reflected in his style and works The talk will be preceded by a pre-booked Spring Lunch at 12.30 for members and guests. Please contact a committee member. On Tuesday 3rd April, Vivienne Lawes will talk on

The Suffragettes: How Art & Design Helped The Cause Meetings are held in Fittleworth Village Hall at 2pm. Doors open at 1.40. Tea and coffee will be served after the lecture. Contact Jackie Buckler on 01903 411086 or email: jackiebuckler@sky.com Visitors most welcome - ÂŁ5 48

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The Arts Society - South Downs On Wednesday 7 March, Gavin Plumley will speak on

Art and Culture of fin-de-siecle Vienna At the turn of the last century, Vienna was the capital of a vast empire and one of the most exciting artistic laboratories in the world. This talk asks how and why the City of Dreams became a cultural hotbed around 1900. On Wednesday 4 April, Jo Walton will speak on

Eric Ravilious and the Lure of the Everyday Ravilious has been described as the greatest English watercolourist of the 20 th century and his images of the landscape and of everyday objects attract passionate devotees. A prolific painter, printmaker and designer, he became an Official War Artist in 1939, and was killed in 1942. This talk looks at his work and that of some of his contemporaries working on the Home Front in the Second World War. All meetings are held in Fittleworth Village Hall at 10.30am. Coffee from 9.50am. Visitors warmly welcomed (ÂŁ5). Please call 01403 785302 www.theartssocietysouthdowns.org.uk

WI Report The W.I. went wild on the 1st February!! Penny Green came to give us a talk on the ‘Re-Wilding’ of Knepp Estate. Passionate was not the word. She explained why, when and how the Burrell family turned the Estate from an intensively run dairy enterprise into a pioneering re-wilding project. We were spellbound and even stayed awake when she showed her slides!! Our next meeting is on Thursday 1st March 2018 when Bob France will tell us ‘What the Butler Saw’! Petworth is involved I understand. See you there All potential members are welcome. Sue Nicholls 700827 Mary Benson (President) 01403 700284

Village Hall 50 Club Draw The winner of the February draw is Sara Thompsett who wins £50 The winner of the second prize of £20 is Roger Moody Th March draw will be at The Three Crowns at 6.30 pm on Wednesday 7 March and any member or prospective member who would like to attend will be very welcome. The 50 club is looking for new members and a new coordinator - please see article on p 21. Ruth Andrews, 01403 700671

Weather Watch Wisborough Green rainfall for January was 96mm (last year 97mm – 10 yr average 128mm). Luckily we missed the snow that the North experienced – must be something to do with being nearer the Equator! Still plenty of time for wintry weather. Sunshine levels were average for January. The warmest temperature for the month was 15.1°C at Monks Wood (Cambridgeshire) with the coldest minus 13.7°C at Altnaharra (Sutherland). To ease the winter chills you may be interested that New Zealand had their hottest ever month since records began! Weathervane

Flag Raising Dates 10 March

Birthday of the Earl of Wessex

12 March

Commonwealth Day (2nd Monday in March)

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CHICHESTER CATHEDRAL FRIENDS Members enjoy a wide range of interesting events During the course of a year the Friends events programme is varied and designed to offer something of interest to all members. On the first Friday of every month, with the exception of April and December when a Spring and Christmas Fair is held, there is a coffee morning. Periodically there is a ‘Book at Breakfast’ – the book selected by the Cathedral Chancellor; a ‘Food for Thought’ lunch – the Bishop spoke at the last lunch in November; a visit behind the scenes of somewhere interesting - in April 2018 to the County Record Office where the Chichester Diocese records are kept and to the Bell Tower where 80 steps lead to the ringing chamber. There are day visits to places of interest - this year, in May, to St Nicholas Church Morton Dorset, where the engraved windows were designed by Laurence Whistler and to the National Trust’s Kingston Lacy House, and in August to Frogmore House and Savill Gardens, Windsor Great Park. There are usually two residential breaks, one to the near continent - last year it was to the Keukenhof and Dutch Bulbfields - and one in the UK. Two formal lunches take place, the first in January to celebrate Epiphany and the second in June on the day of the Cathedral Friends Annual General Meeting. Both of these lunches are followed by a speaker - at last years’ AGM it was Lord Hennessy, the political historian, and this year it will be the sculptor Philip Jackson. . The Friends is a registered charity. Membership costs £15 per year and £25 for a couple. For more information, including a full list of events, visit: www.chichestercathedral.org.uk/friends or email friends@chichestercathedral.org.uk

Chichester Cathedral Upcoming Events Lunchtime Concerts at Chichester Cathedral – Spring 2018 Tuesdays from 16th January – 13th March: 1.10pm – 2.00pm Admission is free. Bring your sandwiches and come along and enjoy the concert. Coffee provided. All are very welcome. For more information please see: www.chichestercathedral.org.uk

‘Be a Chorister Day’ at Chichester Cathedral Saturday 3rd March: 1.00pm – 4.00pm Come and spend an afternoon singing with Chichester Cathedral’s famous choir! If you know a boy who’s interested in music and singing, and is in year 2 or 3, then this will be an unforgettable experience for him. To book contact Lesa Burchell at the Prebendal School on 01243 520970.

Church Cleaning Roster (Saturdays) 3 March

Mrs Mosley & Mrs Scrase

10 March

Mr & Mrs Edmonds

17 March

Mr & Mrs Grengs

24 March

EASTER CLEANING 9.30am

31 March

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Church Flower Arranging Roster (Fridays) 2 March

LENT (No flowers)

9 March

LENT (No flowers)

16 March

LENT (No flowers)

23 March

LENT (No flowers)

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CLEANERS & FLOWER ARRANGERS PLEASE NOTE: During the building works in church please take extra care.

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Rev. Clive Jenkins 700339 email: vicarage@stpeterswg.org.uk Mr Jamie Daniell 752846 Mrs Helen Vause 701845 Mrs Sue Nicholls 700827 Mr Tony Cook 785435 Mrs Sue Nicholls 700827 Mr David Warwick 700262 Mr Malcolm Brinson 01730 816101

Ministry Support Team Co-ordinators Bell Ringers Mr Robin Miles Cleaners Mrs Jill Brett Flowers Mrs Maggie Edwards Readers Mrs Val Mourilyan Chalice, Sacristans, Intercessors Mrs Henrietta Warwick Healing Mrs Gillian Gough

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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 Conservative Association Wisborough Green Fete Society Wisborough Green Mountain Rescue Wisborough Green Trust Wisborough Green Website Wisborough Green Website Editor Women’s Institute

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Mr Brian Smith 700346 Nina Lambkin 701027 Mr Steve Calder-Smith 700821 Mrs Aija Hamilton 700588 Mr Craig Vit 700369 Mrs Pam Warburton 701903 Philip Midwinter 700402 Mr Jim Gavin 700220 Mrs Pat Farmer 700492 Mrs Brenda Karn-Smith 701076 Mrs Priscilla Pinkham 700114 Mr Peter Drummond 01798 865546 Mrs Louise Davies 701102 101 Mrs Clare Lonsdale 700280 Ms Mariamne Scott-Kerr 07775 627653 David Ribbens 01483 200688 Carol Pearson 700536 David Ribbens 01483 200688 Mr Ian Elliott 700474 Mrs Hilary Edmonds 700623 Mrs Gillian Gough 700157 Mr Keith Carter 700502 Mr Brian Smith 700346 Mrs Alison Luke 700752 Mr Philip Midwinter 700402 Mrs Beth Ellis 700083 Mr Keith Carter 700502 Mrs Jennie Burr 700607 Mrs Angela Craddock 700336 Mrs Sheila Armistead 700319 Mrs Priscilla Pinkham 700114 Ms Andrea Leighton 700435 Mr Brian Smith 700346 Mr Richard Bairstow 700140 www.wisboroughgreen.org Mrs Louise Davies, PC Clerk 701102 or clerk@wisboroughgreenpc.org Mrs Mary Benson 700284

What’s Happening in March Thur 01

WI Meeting (p 49)

WG Village Hall

Fri 02

Make Space Craft Group (p 5) Xpresso Coffee Morning (p 14) Fairtrade “BIG BREW” at Xpresso (p 28) Plaistow Guides Family Quiz Night (p 28)

WG Village Hall WG Village Hall WG Village Hall Plaistow Village Hall

Sat 03

‘Be a Chorister Day’ @ Chichester Cathedral (p 51) Chichester Cathedral

Mon 05

Horticultural Society AGM (p 45)

WG Village Hall

Tue 06

Wizzy Tots Baby & Toddler Group (p 14) Arts Society - West Sussex (p 48) PC Planning Committee (if required)

WG Village Hall 9.30 - 11.00 am Fittleworth Village Hall 2.00 pm Comm Rm, WG Village Hall 8.00 pm

Wed 07

Arts Society - South Downs (p 48) Village Hall 50 Club Draw (p 49)

Fittleworth Village Hall The Three Crowns

Thur 08

Mobile Library Farmer’s & Village Market Plus (p 47)

The Pavilion WG 2.55 - 3.15 pm WG Village Hall 9.00 am - 12.30 pm

Fri 09

Xpresso Coffee Morning (p 14)

WG Village Hall

Sun 11

Wildlife Species Survey (p 13)

Wisborough Green

Tue 13

Wizzy Tots Baby & Toddler Group (p 14) History Society Meeting (p 43)

WG Village Hall 9.30 - 11.00 am Comm Rm, WG Village Hall 10.30 am

Thur 15

St Peter’s Luncheon Club (p 15)

WG Village Hall

12.15 pm

Fri 16

Xpresso Coffee Morning (p 14)

WG Village Hall

9.00 - 11.30 am

Tue 20

Wizzy Tots Baby & Toddler Group (p 6) Parish Council Meeting

WG Village Hall 9.30 - 11.00 am Comm Rm, WG Village Hall 7.45 pm

Thur 22

Fish ’n’ Chips Lunch (p 29) Mobile Library “Magic Meadows” Wildlife Talk (p 13)

Wyatt House The Pavilion WG WG Village Hall

12.30 pm 2.55 - 3.15 pm 7.30 pm

Fri 23

Xpresso Coffee Morning (p 14)

WG Village Hall

9.00 - 11.30 am

Tue 27

Wizzy Tots Baby & Toddler Group (p 14)

WG Village Hall

9.30 - 11.00 am

8.00 pm 9.30 - 11.30 am 9.00 - 11.30 am 8.45 - 11.30 am 7.15 pm 1.00 - 4.00 pm 8.00 pm

10.30 am 6.30 pm

9.00 - 11.30 am ALL DAY

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