Ad Vincula Magazine May 2017

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May 2017

Wisborough Green Parish Magazine

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AD VINCULA Wisborough Green Church and Community News

Highlights May 2017

St Peter ad Vincula Calendar ..................................... 4 Pastoral Letter / PACT News ..................................... 5 Dates for the Diary / Regular Church Activities .......... 6 Prayer / Luncheon Club / Pet Service ........................ 7 From the Editor / Bishop Mark Writes ........................ 9 WG Primary School PTA News ................................ 11 Church Building Works / WGFS 2017 Donations .... 13 Nature Notes ............................................................ 14 Recycle Bin Quiz ...................................................... 15 Wey & Arun Canal Trust News ................................ 17 CH School Invites Bursary Applications ................... 19 WG Sports News .............................................. 20 - 21 The Moonlight Walk Challenge ................................ 23 Notice Board ..................................................... 28 - 29 Highlights of Holy Week & Easter at St Peter’s 30 - 31 Recipe of the Month ................................................ 33 Neighbourhood Watch...................................... 34 - 35 Wisborough Green History ............................... 36 - 37 WG Minibus Page .................................................... 39 Gardener’s Calendar / Village Hall Update .............. 41 Village Organisations - News & Notices ........... 43 - 49 Weather Watch / Village Hall 50 Draw ..................... 49 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 June 2017 issue:

14 May 2017 Printed by: Bishops Printers Ltd Walton Road, Farlington, Portsmouth PO6 1TR Tel: 023 9233 4900

Cover picture - Old Butts Works, Wisborough Green (Cathy Holloway)

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St Peter ad Vincula Calendar for May Tuesday

2 May

4.30pm to 5.00pm

Wednesday

3 May

10.00am

Holy Communion

Sunday 7 May 8.00am Fourth Sunday of Easter 10.30am 6.00pm

Holy Communion (BCP) Sung Eucharist Refresh Contemporary worship and praise

Tuesday

Prayer Group (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road)

9 May

4.30pm to 5.00pm

10 May

10.00am

Holy Communion

Sunday 14 May Fifth Sunday of Easter

8.00am 10.30am

Holy Communion (BCP) Time for God

Wednesday

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Prayer Group (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road)

Tuesday

16 May

4.30pm to 5.00pm

Wednesday

17 May

10.00am

Holy Communion

Sunday 21 May Sixth Sunday of Easter

8.00am 10.30am

Holy Communion (BCP) Sung Eucharist

Tuesday

23 May

4.30pm to 5.00pm

Wednesday

24 May

10.00am

Thursday 25 May Ascension Day

7.30pm

Prayer Group (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road)

Prayer Group (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road) Holy Communion Sung Eucharist

Sunday 28 May 8.00am Seventh Sunday of Easter10.30am

Holy Communion (BCP) Family Communion

Tuesday

30 May

4.30pm to 5.00pm

Prayer Group (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road)

Wednesday

31 May

10.00am

Sunday 4 June 8.00am Eighth Sunday of Easter 10.30am 6.00pm

Holy Communion Holy Communion (BCP) Sung Eucharist Refresh Contemporary worship and praise

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

Pastoral Letter “Don’t you realize that in a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize? So run to win.”

1 Corinthians 9:24 (New Living Translation) Are you in training for “Run Wisborough”? I’ve met many folk who are pounding the roads and footpaths locally to get themselves ready for the big day!

St Paul, the writer of the words above, was using the analogy of athletes in disciplined training as an example of the life of faith. He was encouraging New Testament believers to be in strict training to live out the Gospel in a hostile world. Most folk I know who run always want to improve on their previous time over the set distance.

They don’t want to stay the same, or worse still, revert back to a time already achieved!

Yet in life, many people don’t have an aim, no target to attain, no goal, no clock to beat, they remain static.

One of my great heroes of faith was the Scottish Christian Missionary to China who died in a Japanese internment camp in China in 1945. His name was Eric Liddell. He represented Scotland in Rugby Union, but was best known for his athletic prowess as a sprinter, culminating in the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris. His Christian beliefs prevented him from running the heat of his favoured 100 metres, but instead he was put into the 400 metres which he then went on to win (described in the 1981 film, ‘Chariots of Fire’).

Eric had a goal in life, and that wasn’t playing rugby or even running, but to share the 5 Good News of Jesus with ordinary folk in China, which he did until his death in 1945.

What is your goal in life? Whatever it may be, do it to the best of your ability. If you are competing in ‘Run Wisborough’, have a great day and I hope it will be a day to remember for all the right reasons.

Clive and Marion

PACT News Petworth Area Churches Together (PACT) - working together in harmony

Friday 12th May – Dr Ruth Valerio ‘Hope in a Changing World’ The Spring Lecture will be held in St Mary’s Petworth at 7.30pm with the inspirational Dr Valerio who holds a PhD for research into simplicity and consumerism. Ruth is the Churches and Theology Director for A Rocha UK which is a Christian charity working for protection and restoration of the natural world. Her Christian faith and spirituality are central to her life, and from this bedrock comes a deep desire to work for social justice, equality and ecological flourishing. Should be a fascinating talk and will be followed by wine and nibbles as ever.

Saturday 8th July – Fete in the Park – cream teas from PACT We will have the cream tea tent at the Fete in the Park as usual on Saturday 8 th July – look forward to seeing you there!

Web: www.petworthareachurchestogether.com

Karl Ayling

Dates for the Diary June 2017 4th 4pm ‘Pet Service in the Farm Yard’ next to the Church in Barlavington. Bring a picnic and enjoy the afternoon with folk from our Cross Over Group of Churches.

Sunday

Tuesday

20th 3.30pm Messy Church straight from School (details p27)

July 2017 Tuesday

18th 3.30pm Messy Church straight from School (details p27)

Wednesday 20th 12.15pm St Peter’s Luncheon Club in Village Hall

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 6 carry on! Please contact Wendy Duff on 700295 for details.

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.

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.

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:

7 May 14 May 21 May 28 May

Butts Meadow & Wyatt Close Carters Way & The Luth Kirdford Road & Skiff Lane Durbans Road

ST PETER’S LUNCHEON CLUB - May Lunch CANCELLED Unfortunately, this month’s village lunch has had to be cancelled. We apologise for this, but please make a note in your diaries for our next lunch which will be on Thursday 20th July, 12.15 for 12.45pm in the Village Hall.

For further information please ring Hilary Edmonds on 01403 700623 If anyone is interested in assisting with the Village Lunches please also let Hilary know.

PS: The Luncheon Club is grateful to the WG Sideshows Society for their generous donation of funds to the club as they wind down their society.

Advance Notice - Sunday 4th June 4pm Pet Service At Barlavington.

All Welcome!

Whatever size animal you own as a pet A gecko or a horse, all will be welcome at our Cross Over Group of Churches Pet Service at Barlavington. There is plenty of space inside and out so come and join the fun. Postcode is GU28 0LG.

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From the Editor A warm welcome to the May 2017 edition of Ad Vincula. I’m sorry if some of you were disappointed not to be taken on as extras for Wallander (p23 April Edition) but the casting director appears to have mysteriously disappeared!

In addition to the usual articles this month, I would just highlight a few items - Church Building Works Update (p13), How well do you know your recycle items? (p15), Wey & Arun Canal News (p17), Christ’s Hospital School offering Bursaries (p19), RunWisborough (p20-21), Moonlight Walk Challenge (p23), and Highlights of Holy Week at St Peter’s (p30-31).

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

BISHOP MARK WRITES….

Dear Friends, 'Thy Kingdom Come' is a phrase that trips off the tongue of Christians every time they pray the Lord's Prayer. It sums up the 9 purpose of Jesus and of his body, The Church. We exist, with Jesus, to build the Kingdom of God. We do that, in part, by seeking to transform the unjust structures of society and conforming them to the intentions of God. We also do it by sharing our faith, hope and love with others. However we help build the Kingdom of God, we must do it in partnership with God and so pray as Jesus taught us: Thy Kingdom come. Prayer is what ensures our partnership with God. Without it, we risk trying to establish not his Kingdom, but some lesser vision of our own.

Thy Kingdom Come has become the title and focus of a worldwide wave of prayer during the period between Ascension Day and Pentecost (25th May - 4th June, this year). Every one of us is invited to join in this wave of prayer that more people may come to know, love and follow Jesus - and so become joyful fellow-workers in building up God's Kingdom.

There are countless ways to join in this worldwide wave of prayer, as churches, as families or groups, or quietly as individuals. Last year, many churches hosted daylong events embracing many different kinds of corporate and individual prayer. I was privileged to share in several. This year a website has been launched: www.thykingdomcome.global. I urge you to visit it if you can and to discover how you can best be a part of this wave of prayer, whether or not your church is hosting a special event.

With thanks for our partnership in prayer, +Mark Bishop of Horsham

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A VERY BIG THANK YOU! WGPS PTA, the staff and children would like to say a very big thank you to everybody for supporting our 'Good Old Fashioned Jumble Sale'! We had many donations from people in the village, and raised over ÂŁ1000 for school funds! It was a lovely event and great to see the community working together.

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Not so quiet 2017 There is one thing that has always troubled me about the C of E in this country and that is the lack of quiet and personal preparation before a service. I remember as child having to quietly place myself in a seat in church, while Father robed to assist at the communion: all was quiet, make a shuffle or blow your nose and the congregation all focused on you!

On a typical Sunday now people are still scrabbling through the door at 10.30am, or after, when the Priest and choir are ready to begin the service, leaving no time for quiet meditation before coming into the presence of Our Lord and taking part in that most sacred of services, the Communion.

When I was in Paphos our first service of the day, on a Sunday was at 8.15am. By 8.05am the majority of the congregation were in place and at 8.10am the church warden read the notices. Any still to arrive had to wait until these were complete.

THEN! There was silence, for 2 to 3 minutes, no conversations, no organ. The bell rang at 8.15am and the first hymn was sung. It was a time of composure, a time for everyone to focus on what was about to happen, one that I valued immensely.

Malcolm B

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Church Building Works a Progress Report The first works to be undertaken to the church in the approved scheme was the removal of the organ for renovation and repair. The dismantling of the organ took a week to accomplish with 2 men from Bishop and Sons of Ipswich working full time with help from our organist, Malcolm Brinson, and others from Bishops on a part time basis. The organ loft is now empty and ready for the next stage of works.

A temporary electronic organ has been installed in the church for use in the meantime.

A start date for the main works has not yet been finalised at the time of writing.

Jamie Daniell (Churchwarden)

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Wisborough Green Fete Society – 2017 Donations Are you involved with, or do you know, a local good cause that would benefit from some additional funding?

Every year the Wisborough Green Fete Society aims to support a variety of local good causes – last year we were able to make donations to eight village and local community projects and charities.

If you are interested in being considered this year, or would like to find out more, please contact Kate Perry on 01403 700099.

Nature Notes The chiff chaffs are back at last! A swallow has been seen over Loxwood, a blackcap up in Bedham, and down on Amberley Wildbrooks there were several Egyptian geese.

(I don’t know if they were migrants or possibly escapees?) No nightingales yet and, of course, I will be the last to hear a cuckoo – I’m resigned to that now. But, as long as some of us hear these precious visitors once more, I am content. Their long migration is fraught with dangers - the sheer distances, the weather, and sadly also from us. So welcome back, you heralds of summer!

Meanwhile our native creatures are busy raising young and bird feeders are emptying fast. Just a reminder to clean and disinfect when you’ve time, as viruses can lurk amongst old seeds and nuts. Which reminds me - I need to get out and do as I say!!

And do please be aware of low-flying parents, (winged ones, I mean!) especially blackbirds, during the breeding season.

I followed a pair of red-legged partridges along a lane in Kirdford the other day! Luckily there was no traffic, as they waddled along in front of me giving me a gorgeous closeup view. They separated of course! It was a good fifty yards before one scuttled over to join its mate, and escape through the hedge. Such a delightful encounter.

Now - blackthorn can be a real pest. It spreads across field edges, and moves, almost imperceptibly, into gardens, taking root and sprouting up and away while your back is turned! Its thorns are relentless and painful if you get your hand 14 among them – so not an easy plant to love. Let’s pull it all up!

But… hold on… this year its blossom has been absolutely glorious. Jim took this of our little wildflower field. A bank of white shimmering in the sun – a beautiful, big flowering hedge with no help from us, hiding all the wires and poles of the pumping station, And it’s a great habitat for birds and other creatures, not to mention some big fat sloes for a drop of Christmas gin!

On one of our walks there’s a wide path between two lines of stock fencing, and every dozen yards or so, it’s crossed with thin shallow runs. Could they be vole tracks? Or something bigger? (in my fantasy, even weasels?) Definitely something small and persistent. Perhaps I’d better take a sleeping bag and keep watch. Any suggestions?

Lastly, a friend saw this on the internet.

“Bees were set a scientific test. A pipette was filled with nectar and a small plastic disc with a thread attached was placed on top. Almost all the bees tried to get to the honey, then gave up. One or two eventually managed to move the thread and got their reward.

They returned to the hive and ‘informed’ the others, as over time nearly all them came and did the same thing!”

Bees are completely brilliant –we must look after them!

Nature Notes (Cont) P.S. Up at Glasshouses, on the Bedham Road, there is a beautiful bank of cowslips, along with primroses, bluebells, wood anemones, violets - and early purple orchids nearby. Gorgeous!

Sue J

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Wey & Arun Canal Trust News

SMALL CRAFT INVITED TO JOIN RIVER RALLY A friendly flotilla of canoeists, kayakers and small boat owners is seeking recruits for an expedition up the River Arun.

The occasion is the annual rally on the waterway between Pulborough and Pallingham Quay organised by the Wey & Arun Canal Trust. The 2017 event is on Sunday, May 14th, again celebrating the long tradition of boats navigating a river which was once part of a route from London to the South Coast.

Last year’s flotilla included, members of the Trust, enthusiasts from several canoe clubs and youth groups and even a paddle boarder.

“Our rally is always a colourful, convivial and very pleasant occasion,” said Trust chairman Sally Schupke. “Everyone with a canoe, kayak, paddle board or small boat is welcome to join us for an enjoyable outing on the river.”

The Arun is tidal as far as Pallingham Weir and the rally date is chosen to ensure the tide is high enough for small craft to 17 navigate a picturesque section of the waterway. The aim is to reach the site of the original junction of the Wey & Arun Canal with the river and then go on to the Pallingham Quay, the highest navigable point for boats on the Arun. The 18 th century Stopham Bridge is another historic feature on the route.

Launching at Pulborough is planned for between 3pm and 3.30pm for small boats which need to use the slipway there. There will be a break at Pallingham Quay and, if time and water levels permit, participants can also stop for refreshments at the White Hart pub by Stopham Bridge.

To book places on the rally visit the events page at www.weyarun.org.uk – which provides more information and maps – or e-mail rallies@weyandarun.co.uk.

Wey & Arun Canal Trust is restoring the 23-mile canal between Pallingham and Shalford in Surrey. The owners of small boats, canoes and kayaks can book to use the restored canal section at Loxwood and at various other points where restoration has taken place.

Testing times on canal Volunteers of the Wey & Arun Canal Trust have been tested on the practice and theory for the safe use of tracked excavators over 10 tonnes. Five people who work at the Gennets Bridge Lock construction site near Loxwood, West Sussex have had some expert instruction.

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"The use of the diggers is a vital part of restoring this canal" said Eric Walker MBE, project manager at the lock. “Here at Gennets Bridge Lock we get lots of visitors walking along the towpath from the Canal Centre in Loxwood and they are amazed at what has been achieved by the volunteers, and the use of excavators is an essential part of that work.”

The Construction Plant Competence Scheme instructor Alan Dougharty, of Accredited Plant Training at Hadfold Farm, Adversane added: “This is good result for the volunteers, who are in the older age bracket and do not do this full time.” With the better weather, the volunteers will be excavating a winding hole – a place for boats to turn round – anticipating the trip boats travelling up from the Loxwood Canal Centre once the next part of the canal is restored and reopened.

To contribute to the project, or to keep a track of the progress, please visit www.weyarun.org.uk.

School Invites Bursary Applications Are you aware of a child in your Parish who would be 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 2018 are invited to apply.

John Franklin, Head Master said: “All candidates applying for a place will be assessed on their potential, both academically and in a number of other areas.

Those awarded places will gain the benefit of an outstanding educational opportunity at Christ’s Hospital. Currently, 75% of our boarders receive a means-tested bursary; 14% (117 pupils) receive a free place and one-third of parents pay less than 10% of the boarding fee. Means-testing helps to ensure children from all walks of life have the chance of this opportunity. Being part of a boarding school community is a lifechanging adventure that many children will only have dreamt or read about.”

The closing date for applications for September 2018 entry into Year 7 is Friday, 15 September 2017.

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 an educational opportunity for children from disadvantaged backgrounds to realise their full academic potential. 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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Wisborough Gre RunWisborough 7th May 2017 Following last year’s fantastic event, the run returns this year with the same aim of raising money for our new sport’s pavilion. Last year we raised about £3,000; this year we’re on target for over £5,000 thanks to the popularity of the event and the generosity of local sponsors. We expect about 500 runners this year and while we will not have to close any roads there will naturally be an impact on movement around the village. We will have plenty of marshals to look after everyone’s safety during the run which starts at 10.30 and will be complete by 12.00. This year’s route is slightly different to last year and the roads affected are Wyatt’s Close, Butt’s Meadow, Carter’s Way, The Luth, Kirdford Road, Durbans Road, Newpound Lane and School Lane. The full route can be seen on our website www.runwisborough.co.uk.

As well as the 5k and 10k runs there will be a kid’s colour run for children aged from 4 to 10. This will involve biodegradable paint and one or two laps around the Green organised by the Wisborough Green Scouts and sponsored by Fisher’s Farm. There will be plenty of food and refreshments for runners and spectators alike so we encourage everyone to come along to see what’s happening!

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We really hope we can replicate the success of the inaugural event this year so fingers crossed the weather is as good. Support along the route really helps add to the atmosphere so please feel free to cheer people on from your front gardens if you can’t get to the Green! Finally, if you’re not running (there’s still time to enter!), but can help on the day please drop me a line at info@runwisborough.co.uk or call me on 01403 700727.

Michael Gadd, Secretary WGSA

Stoolball The Stoolball season is already in full swing with Wednesday evening practices and friendly matches already having taken place in April. The League season starts in earnest in May with matches on the Green from early June.

The team will be practising on the Green in the meantime and we would love to see some new faces joining us!

We play on a Monday and Wednesday night, 6.30om from Angmering to Yapton, Loxwood to Stedham. If you are interested please give Mrs Alison Luke a call on 01403 700752 or come to practice.

Clare Steere

een Sports News

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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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The Moonlight Walk Challenge

Clare Steere , Beverley Twelvetrees & Dolly Are again doing "The Moonlight Walk Challenge " A 16 mile walk through the centre of London during the night, only wearing decorated bras (and trousers of course) in aid of Breast Cancer In aid of this important cause in which many women suffer from and some men, I know a man that had this, We would be very grateful for any donations Internet donations: https://moonwalklondon2017.everydayhero.com/uk/team-twelvetrees/members

Or search for “walk the walk everyday hero 2017” , click on “Sponsor a Friend” and search for “Team Twelvetrees” Or if you don't like doing the internet thing Cash or cheque donations equally welcome Catch us while we’re out training or at the Wisborough 5/10k event on Sunday May 7th Or call me on 01403 700848 and I'll pop round to collect Thank you...... Any donations however small will be appreciated Thank you so much, Beverley and Clare

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Special Cruises on the Wey & Arun Canal, Loxwood Cream Tea Voyages: 25th May, 14th & 28th June, 18th July, 8th August & 6th 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 the dates mentioned above. Additional trips will be added at 4.30pm when the earlier ones are fully booked. Tickets cost £13 per person and should be booked in advance.

Pirates & Princesses Adventure Trips: 1st June, 27th July, 9th August & 24th August If you are looking for something different to do with the children during half-term (or the summer holidays - yes, some people book many months in advance!) then why not join in the fun of a Pirates & Princesses Adventure Trip on the canal on the dates mentioned above. 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!

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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.

Pimm’s & Picnic Sunset Cruise: Friday 9th June The first evening cruise of the season offers passengers the opportunity to experience a leisurely summer evening trip on the canal sipping a glass of punch and tucking into a delicious individual picnic. 7.30pm to 10pm. Tickets cost £20 per person.

Bookings are also being taken for the special Father’s Day Bacon Butty Brunch Trips (Sunday 18th June, 9.45am and 12 noon), the Midsummer Supper Cruise (Friday 24rd June), the extremely popular Pimm’s & Posh Ploughman’s Evening Cruises (Friday 7th July and Friday 4th August) and the Quiz & Nibbles Cruise (18th 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

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St Peter’s Wisborough Green Village Hall Games, Crafts, Activities, Celebration and Meal all in the Village Hall Please come as a family For information phone 01403 700793 27

No Messy Church in May Future dates Tuesday 20th June Tuesday 18th July Village Library Service for Housebound Readers This service is available for readers who are unable to leave their homes.

There are large print and talking books available if required. If you would like a selection of books delivered to your home on a temporary or regular basis, please contact: Angela Craddock on 700336.

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Family Support Work Fundraising Event Strawberries and Cream Tea Thursday 29th June 2.30 - 4.30pm. at Doris' house 2 Glebe Way (Call Judy on 700700 for more info)

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HIGHLIGHTS OF HOLY WEEK Palm Sunday - Time for God Service Sunday 9 April 2017 We celebrated Palm Sunday with our Time for God Service in April.

As well as worship led by our music group, there were four activities. The first was to make ‘waving palms’ to take on our Palm Sunday Procession outside the Church, along with a large banner that was completed during the activity time. There were stones to decorate as in Luke 19 verse 40, and a Holy Week cross similar to an Advent calendar to count down the days to Easter.

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Everybody then walked in procession out of the church, past the duck pond, along the A272 and back up Glebe Way and the Church path to celebrate this tradition of Palm Sunday.

Next Time For God Service is at 10.30am on Sunday 14th May.

K & EASTER AT ST. PETER’S A Passover Meal Maundy Thursday 13 April 2017 On Maundy Thursday evening (the Thursday before Easter) Christians gather to remember Jesus sharing the Passover with his Disciples and instituting the Lord’s Supper, which we also call Holy Communion or the Eucharist.

This year at St Peter’s we began by sharing the Passover Meal (Seder) which Jews do every year to remember the Hebrew slaves leaving Egypt following the ‘Ten Plagues’. Moses led the people in haste from captivity, hence the use of unleavened bread and the symbolism associated with the other foods used in the meal.

Following the Passover ritual, we then shared in the bread and wine of Communion, recognising the link from old covenant to the news that Jesus told His followers to do in ‘remembrance of me’.

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Easter Sunday 16 April 2017 The church was packed for the Sung Eucharist service on Easter Day and everybody enjoyed the traditional egg rolling competition afterwards with the winner receiving a bag of eggs (right).

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Recipe of the Month

Creamy chicken and asparagus risotto A wonderfully hearty risotto that is creamier than most. Makes a warming meal.

Ingredients (Serves 6)  olive oil  1 large onion, finely chopped  2 cloves garlic, crushed  250g bacon, diced  500g chicken breast fillets  550g arborio rice  250g asparagus  1.2L chicken stock  200ml soured cream  2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil  2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley  150g grated cheese, such as Cheddar or Gruyere Method Prep:30min

Cook:1hr

Ready in:1hr30min

1. Heat oil in large heavy based saucepan over medium high heat. Add onion, garlic, bacon to saucepan and cook until onion softens and bacon starts to brown. Dice chicken and add to saucepan - toss until white, but not golden, in colour.

2. Add all rice to saucepan and stir through for several minutes (allowing rice to soak up some of the excess oil). Chop asparagus and add to saucepan.

3. Add chicken stock 250ml at a time, allowing each addition to absorb into the rice before adding the next (this may take 30 minutes or so), and stirring constantly - you'll need to bring the risotto to a simmer or quiet boil.

4. Rice should be softened at this point and majority of liquid absorbed. If this is not the case continue to add 100ml of stock, allowing it to absorb, until rice is softened and liquid is absorbed.

5. Remove saucepan from heat and stir through soured cream, fresh basil and parsley. Stir through grated cheese, and continue to stir until cheese is melted through.

(Courtesy of Allrecipes UK & Ireland)

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Neighbourhood Watch Law Abiding Citizen Alert Fraudsters are sending out a high volume of phishing emails to personal and business email addresses, pretending to come from various email addresses, which have been compromised.

The subject line contains the recipient’s name, and the main body of text is as below: “Hi, [name]!

I am disturbing you for a very serious reason. Although we are not familiar, but I have significant amount of individual info concerning you. The thing is that, most likely mistakenly, the data of your account has been emailed to me.

For instance, your address is: [real home address] I am a law-abiding citizen, so I decided to personal data may have been hacked.

I attached the file – [surname].dot that I received, that you could explore what info has become obtainable for scammers. File password is – 2811 Best Wishes,” 34

The emails include an attachment – a ‘.dot’ file usually titled with the recipient’s name.

This attachment is thought to contain the Banking Trojan Ursniff/Gozi, hidden within an image in the document. The Ursniff Banking Trojan attempts to obtain sensitive data from victims, such as banking credentials and passwords. The data is subsequently used by criminals for monetary gain.

Protect Yourself: Having up-to-date virus protection is essential; however it will not always prevent your device(s) from becoming infected.

Please consider the following actions:  Don’t click on links or open any attachments you receive in unsolicited emails or SMS messages: Remember that fraudsters can ‘spoof’ an email address to make it look like one used by someone you trust. If you are unsure, check the email header to identify the true source of communication (you can find out how by searching the internet for relevant advice for your email provider).  Do not enable macros in downloads; enabling macros will allow Trojan/malware to be installed onto your device.  Always install software updates as soon as they become available. Whether you are updating the operating system or an application, the update will often include fixes for critical security vulnerabilities.

- Crime News & Advice  Create regular backups of your important files to an external hard drive, memory stick or online storage provider. It is important that the device you back up to is not connected to your computer as any malware infection could spread to that as well.  If you think your bank details have been compromised, you should contact your bank immediately.

If you have been affected by this or any other fraud, report it to Action Fraud by calling 0300 123 2040, or visit www.actionfraud.police.uk.

Thefts from rural properties We have received numerous reported thefts from sheds, garages & outbuildings in recent weeks. Power tools, garden machinery, bicycles and quad bikes have been stolen. Please report anyone acting suspiciously to us at the time by calling 999.

Do you have the serial numbers of your hand tools? have you security marked them? if not please think seriously about doing so.

For rural crime prevention tips follow this link: https://sussex.police.uk/advice/ protect-your-neighbourhood/rural-crime/

Wonga Data Breach Wonga has confirmed a data breach where up to 250,000 accounts have been compromised. The incident is now being investigated by the police and has been 35 reported to the Financial Conduct Authority.

Wonga has updated their website with further information and confirmed that they are contacting all those affected and are taking steps to protect them, but there are also some things you can do to keep your information secure.

Here’s what you can do to make yourself safer: If any of your financial details were compromised, notify your bank or card company as soon as possible. Review your financial statements regularly for any unusual activity.

Criminals can use personal data obtained from a data breach to commit identity fraud.

Consider using credit reference agencies, such as Experian or Equifax, to regularly monitor your credit file for unusual activity.

Be suspicious of any unsolicited calls, emails or texts, even if it appears to be from a company you know of. Don’t open the attachments or click on links within unsolicited emails, and never disclose any personal or financial details during a cold call. If you have been a victim of fraud or cyber crime, please report it to us: http://www.actionfraud.police.uk/report_fraud 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

Wisborough Green History - MY LIFE DURI Concluding Gerald's wartime memories after he described the arrival of the Canadian and American soldiers last month.

I do not have a marker in my memory as to when the American soldiers came to stay in Wisborough Green, possibly a few months before D-Day. I have no memory of them marching or even any training being carried out. This leads me to the conclusion that they all did their training at Slapton Sands in Devon known as Exercise Tiger. It was kept secret until well after the war, but look it up on the internet if you do not know of it.

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What I do remember is they liked a beer and the pubs were again very busy. I soon learnt that when the soldiers asked you “Have you got any sisters?� it was beneficial to say "Yes", and then you were given a bar of chocolate or cigarettes to take home for her. I used to hide my cigarettes in the shed or in the roof of the toilet. I often wonder if Mr Skinner ever found them; I would have loved to have asked him. How sad he died at age 56.

The main cigarette the soldiers smoked was a brand, named Sweet Caporal. I am sure they were packaged, especially for the American forces because the packaging of the cigarettes was unique. On the back of a pack of 20 was a silhouette of a war aeroplane. Us modern day urchins would collect these silhouettes and exchange our duplicates at school. Anyone got any? They are worth big money today!

German aeroplanes were now few and far between. Our skies were full of our aeroplanes, we would again see vapour trails in the sky but these were now being made by the American B17s known as the Flying Fortresses that were bombing the hell out of Germany. This little story is to me still unbelievable. I was visiting my brother-in-law in Florida when I heard this aeroplane; straight away I knew it was a Flying Fortress. I had time to go to my car and get my camera before it came close enough to verify my thoughts. I could not believe how slow it was flying and how small it was.

ING THE WAR - GERALD ANDREWS (Part 3) Nearer to the ground, we would see the C47, Douglas Dakotas towing gliders. One broke loose, and where did it come down? New Pound beside the B2133 and it landed in one piece. That was a fait accompli because many of the large fields had concrete obstacles placed in them to thwart a landing by the enemy. Just a mile or so north at Round Street, a long field just north of the Drungewick junction had these concrete obstacles placed in it.

Meanwhile, the Germans had developed a flying bomb which was referred to by three different names Buzz Bomb, Doodle Bug and V1, I mentioned the V1 briefly when one came down on Naldretts Farm and said that they looked like a small aeroplane with a distinctive engine note. We did have a V1 pilotless plane (which in 37 essence was a flying bomb) came down on Naldretts Farm and purportedly killed a cow.

The build up was taking place but of course we did not know that. The bombing of London had stopped. On the 5th of June 1944, and sworn to secrecy, 11 Mitchell’s flew out of Dunsfold to bomb targets around Caen. The next morning, as you all know, was D Day. You may wonder what happened to my brother. Well, when you got to 14 years of age you left school and went to get a job at the Ministry of Works. There they would tell you where you had to work, and I must add you could not leave without their permission. If Andy had stayed he would have finished up working on a farm which he did not want to do. Andy returned home to Peckham Rye and started his working life in a factory.

I wish to thank Richard Bairstow for giving me the chance and privilege of contributing to your magazine and to Denzil Peacock for his contribution. Finally, I wish to dedicate the articles to Mr and Mrs Skinner who gave me so much love, which I was not aware of until it was too late. Gerald Andrews Richard B

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G R Kilford & Co. Restorers of Fine Antique Furniture Bespoke furniture made to order 1 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road, Wisborough Green, Billingshurst, West Sussex RH14 ODY Telephone: (01403) 786 272

Restoring furniture for over 35 years.

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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 ÂŁ5.

MEMBERSHIP IS OPEN TO ALL

For bookings ring: BRENDA KARN-SMITH (701076)

Destinations for May 2017 Mon 1st Wed 3rd Fri 5th Mon 8th Fri 12th Mon 15th Wed 17th Fri 19th Mon 22nd Fri 26th Mon 29th Tues 30th

Bank Holiday Bluebell Railway Horsham & Sainsbury Haslemere Horsham & Sainsbury Cranleigh & Notcutts Guildford Town Centre Chichester & Sainsbury Horsham & Sainsbury Worthing & Morrisons Bank Holiday Cranleigh & Notcutts

Depart 10.30 am Depart 9.30 am Depart 2.00 pm Depart 9.30 am Depart 9.30 am Depart 9.30 am Depart 9.30 am Depart 9.30 am Depart 9.30 am Depart 2.00 pm

The visit to the Tangmere Military Aviation Museum was enjoyed by all who took part. The next trip to the Bluebell Railway on Wednesday 3rd May is presently oversubscribed. I am trying, however, to obtain the services of a second minibus so, if you still wish to participate, please call Brenda and she will put you on the waiting list. The cost is ÂŁ20 to include the bus fare.

Pat Farmer, Divisional Organiser

Early June 2017 Dates Fri 2nd Mon 5th Wed 7th Fri 9th

Horsham & Sainsbury Chichester & Sainsbury Shoreham & Lunch Horsham & Sainsbury

9.30 am 9.30 am 9.30 am 2.00 pm

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The Gardener’s Calendar

by Ian Clemens

 Continue earthing-up potatoes and harden off outdoor

tomatoes, courgettes and pumpkins for planting early next month.

 Thin out direct-sown vegetables such as spinach,

carrot and lettuce seedlings then water the rows well.

 Plant out brassicas and leeks to their final positions.  Weed around your onions and garlic to reduce competition for

nutrients and water. Applying an onion fertiliser will boost growth.

 Hang pheromone traps in plum and apple trees.  Surround strawberries with straw to protect fruit and net them to

keep birds off.

 Erect netting around your soft fruit plants to prevent birds eating

your crop.

 Remove blossom and fruits from newly planted fruit trees to allow

them to establish properly during their first year.

 Take cuttings of tender perennials such as Fuchsia, Argyranthemum

and Pelargoniums (geraniums).

 Harden off half-hardy plants by leaving them outside during the day

and bringing back under cover at night for 7 to 10 days before planting outdoors.

 Don't be tempted to cut down or tie up the foliage of spring-

flowering bulbs, let them die down naturally.

WG Village Hall Update First of all, I want to thank the WG Sideshows Committee for its very generous donation towards the Hall modernisation project. Whilst it is very sad to see the end of a long standing and well-loved local organisation, the donation to the Hall is most welcome.

As for the project itself, there is little to report this month as we continue to progress with updating the plans in preparation for a formal planning application to Chichester District Council. I shall report further progress as and when needed.

Keith Carter Chairman, Village Hall Management Committee

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R G OIL BOILER SERVICES Servicing – Breakdowns – Commissioning Full Heating/Domestic Installations & Maintenance Bathroom Replacements Robin Gilfoyle

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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. Do come along and give it a try – we are a very friendly bunch.

Contact Philip Midwinter on 01403 700402 for more details.

Wisborough Green Short Mat Bowls Club We travelled to Cowfold for a friendly match on Saturday 18th March, with Wisborough winning two mats and losing one. Mat 1 (Jane, Simon, David L and Bernard) winning 23 - 20, Mat 2 (Linda, Gavin, Tony and Dave H) winning 22 - 14 and Mat 3 (Jean Head, Evelyn, Marilyn and Lorraine) losing 3 - 51 giving a Match Result of 48 - 85.

We entertained Cowfold in the return fixture on Tuesday 4th April, with Cowfold running out winners by six shots. The match was well contested but Wisborough lost on both mats, Mat 1 (Jane, Gavin, David and Monica) by 15 - 19 and Mat 2 (Tony, Evelyn, Shirley and Pauline) by 17 - 19, giving a Match Result of 32 - 38.

Wisborough Green entertained Forest in a friendly match on Wednesday 12th April with Wisborough running out winners by 32 shots. Wisborough won well on both mats, with Mat 1 (Tony, David, Bernard and Monica) winning 32 - 8 and Mat 2 (Lorraine, Marilyn, Shirley and Pauline) by 19 - 11, giving a Match Result of 51 - 19.

The Club Pairs Competition on Monday 3rd April was well attended with 11 teams taking part, the top two going through to Finals Day on the 4th September. The teams all played 4 games of 7 ends against random opponents. These were all very competitive with five teams finishing tied in fourth place with 4 points. Then in 3rd place with 5 points were Tony Broughton and Dawn Smith, in second place with 6 points were David Luxford and Carol Cuthbert. But congratulations go to Monica Enticknap and Audrey Hodgson who stayed unbeaten throughout the day to take top spot with 8 points.

May Fixtures: Wednesday 10th - Pulborough (home) 6:45pm, Wednesday 17th Ashington (home) 7pm, Tuesday 30th - Alfold (away) 2pm Monica Enticknap, Captain

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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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Web www.cricketersarms.com Email – craig@cricketersarms.com Follow us on Facebook and Twitter

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Local Club and Society News (Cont) 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 FARMERS MARKETplus News

Next Market: Thursday 11th May 2017 Wisborough Green Village Hall 8.45am – 12.30pm Our Easter Market saw the hall decorated in the bright pops of spring colours that we are seeing mirrored all over our beautiful village. We were joined at the busy market by friends old and new. Thank you very much to Sue Jameson and Philip and Alison Midwinter for helping with our Easter raffle draw. And thank you to our wonderful stallholders for their generous donations. Some of the prizes included a two-foot chocolate bunny, champagne, a simnel cake, hand-crafted pottery, wine, potted plants 45 and a grow-your- own mushroom kit!

May Market - The next market will be held on Thursday 11th May. As the ‘Hungry Gap’ comes to an end, we will be celebrating everything wonderful about the ‘Best of British’ with home-grown produce and gifts galore.

We are on the look-out for new stall-holders. If you are a local food producer or crafter and would like to know more please contact Mary at wisboroughmarket@gmail.com The market is run entirely by volunteers and we are always on the look-out for helpers.

If you think you can spare any time at all to keep the market running, please contact us at wisboroughmarket@gmail.com Remember you can always 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 We Value your support and custom. Without you the market would not exist!!

Sada Ray

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G A LOMER & SON REMOVALS & STORAGE

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Make Space Craft Group

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Held on the First Friday of each Month from 9.30-11.30am During the Xpresso Coffee Morning At St. Peter’s Church All are welcome. Bring your craft with you, or just come for a chat. sewing

For further information contact Eunice 01403 701808

Knitting

Wisborough Green Horticultural Society Spring Plant Sale on Saturday May 6th 2017.

On the Little Green (Millennium Sun Dial ) at 2.00pm Teas available The Spring Plant Sale is just days away. Those with itchy green fingers longing to get into the soil will get their reward very soon.

PLEASE if you are sowing, pricking out, dividing up or finding self sown duplicates where they should not be – please pot these up to share with others.

If you have a spare lollipop stick or DIY plastic labels – please pop a label in for those who may have trouble in recognising the seedlings or plants.

Planters and pea sticks, any garden sundries no longer needed, house plants that have out grown their welcome or were not the wisest choice for you space and light; bring all here and leave them in the little open fronted garage opposite the sundial.

We will sort them all out. New gardeners and newcomers to the village area are invited to join the sociable fun.

These very same people are also invited to join our annual trip out on Wednesday 14th June. We will be visiting Wakehurst Place (Kew in the country) and the Seed Bank. To book a place ring Kate Steele 01798 813357. Wakehurst is part of Kew Gardens as well as National Trust. The old house has a lovely frontage and also can be visited most times. At the back there is the 47 self service eatery and garden shop. The entry area has a cafe and a very smart, well stocked shop. The truly wonderful Seed Bank can be seen in a new construction that keeps out the rain. The visual displays are truly mind boggling in content and form. You can look inside the laboratories and see the various processes for preservation of the seeds taking place and begin to appreciate the reasons for them in detail. The Seed Bank is our contribution to future well being on this planet for our descendants. Just give Kate a call. You do not need to be a member of The WGHS to come on this visit and you are most welcome to bring a friend.

Membership: Those who meant to and have forgotten to renew their membership please contact Alison Midwinter, our Membership secretary on 700402 to update. If you are interested in joining (or know someone who is) do contact us on that number -it is inexpensive and fun to partake in the goings-on of the society.

As members we can get 10% discount by showing our membership cards at Sinnocks Village Nursery in West Chiltington. Really fine quality plants grown to a large extent by the nursery itself. Well worth a visit.

NEXT Month is JUNE. Think and plan for the FLOWER SHOW on SUNDAY 18th JUNE. It is near indeed.

Good gardening and garden visiting.

Aija Hamilton

Decorative & Fine Arts Society Meetings WEST SUSSEX DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS SOCIETY On Tuesday May 2nd Mark Hill will give a talk on

20th Century Glass- New Markets An overview of the development of mid-century modern European glass On Tuesday June 6th Mary Rose Rivett-Carnac will give a talk on

Art UK: Uncovering the Nation's Hidden Oil Painting Collection An insider's view of this ambitious and unique project Meetings are held in Fittleworth Village Hall at 2pm.

Doors open at 1.40. Tea and coffee will be served after the lecture.

For membership details please contact Jackie Buckler on 01903 411086 Visitors are welcome for a fee of £5

SOUTH DOWNS DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS SOCIETY Inspiring, Dynamic and Fun 48

On Wednesday 3 May, the lecture will be

Landscape into Art; Andy Goldsworthy, Richard Long and David Nash

by Gerald Deslandes On Wednesday 7 June, the lecture will be

The Elizabethan Country House

by Naomi Motley All meetings are held in Fittleworth Village Hall at 10.30am. Coffee from 9.50am.

Visitors warmly welcomed (only £5). Please call 01403 785302

Spring Cleaning?

Clearing out your attic? Trying to find some space in your garage? If you find any documents, photographs or artefacts relating to Wisborough Green that you no longer want please let the History Society have them. We can collect so that you won't even have the bother of taking them to the tip.

Want to hang on to your old documents or photos? No problem – we would love to copy them for our archive..

Please ring Sue Killingbeck, History Society Secretary, on 01403 700704.

Thank you in anticipation!

WI Report On the 6th April, Lesley Baker came and gave us a fascinating talk on her job as a tree surgeon. She told us about her early life, training, travelling and finally running her own tree surgery business and employing other women tree surgeons. She gave us an insight into her work along with some funny situations. She also gave us some useful tips to look for when employing a tree surgeon.

Our next meeting will be at the Sports Pavilion on May 4th when we will be discussing the resolutions that will be put to the Annual Meeting in June. These are: This meeting calls on every WI and the NFWI to work alongside health and social care providers and their local community to raise awareness of the causes and impacts of loneliness, thus ensuring better identification of lonely people in order to be able to offer them the appropriate assistance and support.  Microplastic fibres are shed from synthetic clothing with every wash and are the main contributors to microplastic contamination of the oceans. The NFWI calls on Government and industry to research and develop innovative solutions to this problem in order to stop the accumulation of microplastic fibres in our oceans.

Sue Nicholls 700827 Mary Benson (President) 01403 700284

Weather Watch

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Wisborough Green Rainfall for March was 101mm – (last year 108mm - 9 yr average 54mm). Most of this amount fell in the first week of March. At time of writing (April 14th) only 2mm so far for April – the ground is already dry and cracking. Not a good sign.

The coldest March in the UK since 1962 and colder than any of the preceding winter months. At least we managed to avoid the coldest March night – minus 12.9°C - at Aboyne in Aberdeenshire. Highest for the month was 17.5°C Trawsgoed, Ceredigion.

A somewhat dismal March as sunshine was only 76% of the mean. For the second month running sunworshippers should have been in the north of Scotland – Tiree, Inner Hebrides!

Weathervane

Village Hall 50 Club Draw The winner of the April draw is Gillian Gough who wins £50 The winner of the second prize of £20 is Geoffrey Preston-Jones The May draw will be at the Three Crowns at 6.30 pm on Wednesday 10 May 2017 and if any member or prospective member would like to attend they will be very welcome.

Please contact me if you would like to join the 50 Club or need any details.

Ruth Andrews, 01403 700671

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Help Wanted Secretarial / Letter Writing Services wanted in Wisborough Green for three hours once a week or once a fortnight (to suit applicant) Will pay ÂŁ 9 to ÂŁ12 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.

For more information, contact:

Brian Devenney Tel: 01403 700884 51

Recycle Quiz Answers

Church Cleaning Roster (Saturdays) 6 May

Mrs Lewis and Mrs Roberts

13 May

Mr and Mrs Armistead

20 May

Mrs Moseley and Mrs Scrase

27 May

Mr and 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)

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5 May

Rosemary Crafter

12 May

Rosemary Crafter

19 May

Helen Broadley

26 May

Helen Broadley

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 Sue Nicholls 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.

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 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 May

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Mon 01

Fittleworth Garden Trail (p 28)

Fittleworth

2.00 - 6.00 pm

Tue 02

Wizzy Tots Baby & Toddler Group (p 6) WG Village Hall 9.30 - 11.00 am West Sussex Decorative & Fine Arts Society (p 48) Fittleworth Village Hall 2.00 pm Planning Committee (if required) Comm Rm, WG Village Hall 8.00 pm

Wed 03

South Downs Decorative & Fine Arts Society (p 48) Fittleworth Village Hall

Thur 04

Mobile Library WI Meeting (p 49)

The Pavilion WG WG Sports Pavilion

Fri 05

Xpresso Coffee Morning (p 6) Make Space Craft Group (p 46)

St Peter’s WG St Peter’s WG

Sat 06

Scouts Book/CD/DVD/Game Sale (p 29) Hort Soc Spring Plant Sale (p 47)

WG Scout Hut 11.00 am - 1.00 pm Little Green, WG 2.00 pm

Sun 07

RunWisborough 5K & 10K Races (p 20-21)

The Green, WG

10.30 am

Tue 09

Wizzy Tots Baby & Toddler Group (p 6)

WG Village Hall

9.30 - 11.00 am

Wed 10

Village Hall 50 Club Draw (p 49)

The Three Crowns

Thur 11

Farmer’s & Village Market Plus (p 45)

WG Village Hall

Fri 12

Xpresso Coffee Morning (p 6) PACT Lecture (p 5)

St Peter’s WG St Mary’s, Petworth

Sun 14

WACT Small Craft Rally (p 17)

Pulborough

Tue 16

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 18

Mobile Library

The Pavilion WG

Fri 19

Xpresso Coffee Morning (p 6)

St Peter’s WG

9.00 - 11.30 am

Tue 23

Wizzy Tots Baby & Toddler Group (p 6)

WG Village Hall

9.30 - 11.00 am

Thur 25

Fish ‘n’ Chips Lunch (p 28) Special Cruises on Wey & Arun Canal (p 25)

Wyatt House Loxwood

Fri 26

Xpresso Coffee Morning (p 6)

St Peter’s WG

10.30 am 2.55 - 3.15 pm 8.00 pm 9.00 - 11.30 am 9.30 - 11.30 am

6.30 pm 8.45 am - 12.30 pm 9.00 - 11.30 am 7.30 pm 3.00 pm

2.55 - 3.15 pm

12.30 pm various 9.00 - 11.30 am

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