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December 2014
Wisborough Green Parish Magazine
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AD VINCULA Wisborough Green Church and Community News
Highlights December 2014
Ad Vincula Team
St Peter ad Vincula Calendar ..................................... 4 Pastoral Letter / From the Registers .......................... 5 Church Notices .......................................................... 6 Regular Church Activities / Prayer ............................. 7 From the Editor ........................................................... 9 Family Support Work plea ........................................ 11 WG Primary School News ........................................ 12 Cover Picture / PACT / House Groups .................... 13 Villagers tread the boards in Chichester .................. 15 Cricket Without Boundaries ...................................... 17 Oil/Gas Exploration - KKWG Update ....................... 19 Roger Moorey Memorial Concert ............................. 21 Recipe of the Month ................................................. 22 Wey & Arun Canal Trust........................................... 23 Notice Board ..................................................... 24 - 25 Community Minibus - Wisborough Green ................ 27 Wisborough Green History ............................... 28 - 29 Renewable Energy ................................................... 31 Helping to save our British Honey Bee .................... 33 Village Organisations - News & Notices........... 35 - 41 Wisborough Greenfingers Tips ................................ 41 Weather Watch/ Cyber Tips/ Village Hall 50 Club .. 43 Church Cleaning / Flower Rosters / Directory .......... 44 Village Organisations Directory ................................ 45 What’s Happening .................................................... 46
Roland Zilz
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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Interregnum Vicar
Dr Graham Parr 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 January 2015 issue:
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Cover picture - The Adoration of the Shepherds by Guido Reni (1575-1642) 3
St Peter ad Vincula Calendar for December Tuesday
2 December
Wednesday
3 December
10.00am Holy Communion
Thursday
4 December
7.30pm House Group ‘til 9.00pm (at 2 Glebe Way)
Sunday 7 December 2nd Sunday of Advent
8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am Sung Eucharist
Tuesday
9 December
Wednesday
10 December
10.00am Holy Communion
Thursday
11 December
7.30pm House Group ‘til 9.00pm (at 2 Glebe Way)
Sunday 14 December 3rd Sunday of Advent
4.30pm Prayer Group ‘til 5.00pm (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road)
8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am Kairos
Tuesday
16 December
Wednesday
17 December
10.00am Holy Communion
Thursday
18 December
7.30pm House Group ‘til 9.00pm (at 2 Glebe Way)
Sunday 21 December 4th Sunday of Advent Tuesday
23 December
4.30pm Prayer Group ‘til 5.00pm (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road)
8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am Sung Eucharist 6.00pm Service of Lessons and Carols 4.30pm Prayer Group ‘til 5.00pm (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road)
Wednesday 24 December CHRISTMAS EVE
5.00pm Crib Service 11.15pm Midnight Mass
Thursday 25 December CHRISTMAS DAY
8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 9.15am Family Service 10.30am Sung Eucharist
Sunday 28 December 1st Sunday after Christmas
8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am All Age Eucharist
Tuesday
30 December
Wednesday
31 December
Sunday 4 January 2nd Sunday after Christmas 4
4.30pm Prayer Group ‘til 5.00pm (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road)
4.30pm Prayer Group ‘till 5.00pm (at 2 Clockhouse, Billingshurst Road) 10.00am Holy Communion 8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am Sung Eucharist
Pastoral Letter Do you remember the advertising campaign some years ago, which preceded the launch of the National Lottery? It caused quite a stir at the time: a giant hand hovering over the rooftops of a town before finally a finger reached down to single out one household as the lucky winner of the coveted jackpot, backed up by the words ‘it could be you!’ The suggestion was that the hand of providence might one day select us to receive a fortune. Did you take the bait? Many have, and a number of people have become millionaires as a result, but the majority of participants will have spent a considerable amount of money for no return. Contrast that with the events of Bethlehem that we are preparing once again to celebrate. Here was the promise not of money on earth but of riches in heaven; a prize not merely for this life but for all eternity – the greatest gift ever offered. Yet this was no lottery, dependent on the whim of fate. There was no question it could be you if you happened to get lucky. The message of the angels, the evangelists and countless generations of faith since is quite simple: ‘It is you!’ The promise of God in Christ – His gift of new life with everything that means – is not reserved for the exclusive few, nor dependent on any quirk of chance. It is yours for the taking, waiting simply for you to claim it – for you, for me, for everyone! God chose to make known among all the nations the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. Colossians 1:27 We wish you all a Christmas full of peace and joy.
Helen Vause
Churchwardens
Dr Graham Parr
From the Registers (October 2014) Baptism:
Sunday 5 October 2014
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Isla Aminata Keene
Funerals:
Tuesday 7 October 2014 Thursday 30 October 2014
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Horace Sidney (Joe) Evans Alan Christopher Horwell
CHURCH WEBSITE - http://www.wisboroughgreenparishchurch.org.uk/ Anything missing or incorrect? Suggestions for improvement? Having problems navigating the site? Please let the “webmaster” (Roland Zilz) know on 700632 or webmaster@stpeterswg.org.uk The magazine can also be viewed on line at: http://www.wisboroughgreenparishchurch.org.uk/index.php/parish-magazine 5
Church Notices Christmas services at St Peter ad Vincula Sunday 21st December
6.00pm
Service of lessons and carols
Wednesday 24th December Christmas Eve
5.00pm 11.15pm
Crib service Midnight Eucharist
Thursday 25th December Christmas Day
8.00am 9.15am 10.30am
Holy Communion (BCP) Informal family service Sung Eucharist
WHAT IS PASTORAL CARE? There are various definitions of Pastoral Care: • ‘being a good neighbour to people in need’ • ‘showing compassion, encouragement, non-judgemental acceptance, unconditional love’ • ‘be present with, listening to and journeying alongside’ • ‘sharing burdens and praying for those in our care’ All these statements sum up the many facets of Pastoral care and we, at St Peter’s have a small dedicated team who are happy to visit anyone from the village, young or old, who feel they need some company or support. Many of us live a long way from the comforting network of friends and family and, whilst this is hard to replace, a visit from a friendly face can help. This can be for someone who has just come out of hospital, who is housebound, who is unwell or just lonely.
PASTORAL CARE DURING THE INTERREGNUM It is important for the Parish to be aware that during the interregnum there is still pastoral support for those who need it. Members of the Healing Group, Village Care Team, Prayer Groups and Social Development Team have come together under one umbrella to work as one, providing prayer and care where required. Communication and co-operation is crucial for this to work effectively, So if you know of someone or you think you yourself would benefit from this service please contact Gillian Gough on 700157 or Helen Vause on 700567.
HEALING MINISTRY IN OUR SERVICES If you would like prayers for healing for yourself or a loved one, on the first and third Sunday of each month, two members of the Healing Team are available in the Lady Chapel to pray with you during the taking of the Eucharist. You do not need to say anything or be specific about what is troubling you if you don’t wish to. This can be a very special and peaceful time and a great comfort if you are troubled by anything.
GARDEN POTS Brian Devenney has a large collection of terracotta and blue glazed garden pots for sale (parts of the proceeds will be donated to FSW), so if you would like to see them please let Helen 700567 or Graham 700793 know. Thank you. 6
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 at Wendy’s house (2 Clockhouse) on a Tuesday at 4.30, when prayers are said for the life of the Parish. On the third Friday of every month Quiet Mornings are held at the homes of Wendy Duff and Alison Jekyll 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 700295 for details.
VILLAGE CAR SCHEME If you, or anyone you know of, needs transport to get to a hospital, dentist or doctor's appointment please contact Jennie Burr on 700607 who will arrange for someone to drive you there. More drivers are still needed to help with this service. If you can spare half a day a month, please contact Jennie Burr on 700607. Thank you.
DON’T FORGET……… If you haven’t 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 December 14 December 21 December 28 December
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From the Editor I can’t believe another year has gone by! It has been an exciting year for Ad Vincula with our first full colour edition hitting the streets towards the end of last year. Every edition since then has been delivered free of charge to every household within the Parish of Wisborough Green. This would not have been possible without our loyal advertisers, a very cost-effective printer and, especially, our merry band of volunteer distributors. An enormous THANK YOU to you all. It has been quite a journey for me as well, experimenting with different techniques and colours and I have reproduced below in miniature all twelve of our covers for 2014. I hope you have enjoyed reading the magazine as much as I have enjoyed editing it and, as always, I would love to hear from you with any comments or suggestions. In addition to the usual articles, this month we have reports on the minibus outing to the Festival Theatre, Chichester (p15) and Roger Moorey’s Memorial Concert (p21) as well as information on a cricketing initiative in Africa “Cricket without Boundaries” (p17), Renewable Energy (p31) and Saving the Honey Bee (p33). We also have an update from KKWG on the Celtique Energie appeal process (p19). Finally, may I wish all our readers a very Happy Christmas. Roland Zilz
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Wisborough Green Primary School News I am writing this month’s letter during our Remembrance Week. To mark the anniversary of the end of WW1, each class has been discovering information about how the local area was affected by the Great War. It has been a very reflective and thought-provoking week. The children have bought poppies and each class has made a wreath which was taken to the War Memorial on the green on the 11th November. At 11am the whole school congregated along the edge of the green to see the memorial and lay their wreaths. The two minutes silence was very poignant indeed and the children took part very respectfully. It was a very proud moment for all of us. The week culminated in an afternoon tea to which parents and relatives were invited. The children made poppies with the adults whilst listening to people’s experiences of the war. We believe it is so important that the children hear these stories and remember the sacrifice that was made by so many. Thank you to everyone who came to our Bonfire Night and supported our school. It was a truly spectacular evening, with a stunning display of fireworks. The PTA haven’t worked out the final total but it looks like this year was our most successful yet. The PTA raised over £17,000 last year which was astounding. They truly are a dedicated group of people who raise much needed funds for the school. The school is a busy place as usual. The children from School Council have been working with their classes to decide how we are going to finish off our playground. Now that it has been re-surfaced, we need to add new playground markings. They are made from thermo-plastic now and are very brightly coloured. The children will be choosing how the design is finished, making sure they have included different games to suit all ages. The children at Wisborough Green love making decisions and they do a brilliant job! We have been awarded our Bronze Award for our PE provision. Children at Wisborough Green have two hours of PE per week and one of these sessions is supported by our sports coach, Mr Ruff, who is still working with all of the classes. He is now offering an after school club for all of the children over two afternoons. His support is funded by the Sports Funding that schools are receiving from the government as part of the Olympics legacy. We are always looking for ways to improve provision in PE. We are very lucky to still have our swimming pool as so many schools have been forced to close theirs. We do rely on contributions from parents to help run it but we manage it well. The pool is now closed until next summer and I know the children will be very much looking forward to swimming again. In the meantime, the children will be focusing on gymnastics, dance and invasion games to keep their PE skills sharp. As this is the December edition, on behalf of the staff, children and governors at Wisborough Green Primary School, I would like to wish all of the Ad Vincula readers a very peaceful and happy Christmas. Don’t forget to check out the new school website: www.wisboroughgreenschool.org.uk 12
Kind regards, Trudy Emberson, Headteacher
This Month’s Cover Picture Adoration of the Shepherds by Guido Reni (1575-1642) This month’s cover picture is the central portion of a much larger work hanging in the Certosa di S. Martino in Naples, Italy. This work remained incomplete on account of the artist's death, but notwithstanding this it was sent to Naples and placed in the centre of the wall in the choir, where it became a focal point for local artists trying to understand the secret of this extraordinary composition, in which the light emanated by the Child floods over the whole scene, making the sharp colours vibrate.
PACT News Friday coffee mornings are still going strong – now 9.4511.30am every Friday in the United Reformed Church. On 19th December there will also be Christmas carols and refreshments at 10.30. Week of Prayer for Christian Unity – 18-24 January 2015 with the theme of ‘The Well is Deep’. The week starts with a service on 18th Jan at 3pm at Kirdford St John the Baptist. There will also be week-day sessions with soup and rolls at the United Reformed Church in Petworth, plus a meeting on Friday evening 23rd Jan for those unable to make it during the days. Further details from :
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St Peter’s House Groups Our table could have been mistaken for a Wisborough Green Bake Off – but no, it was the dessert menu baked by members of our House Group - Apple Pie, Summer Pudding, Dorset Pudding with custard etc. These lovely puddings formed part of our celebration supper it being the last meeting of the study series “The Lord’s Prayer,” which forms part of the Pilgrim Course provided by the Chichester Diocese. Christopher Loveless, Vicar of St. Margaret’s Church Warnham lead our last meeting during which he talked us through many of the perplexities of Our Lord’s Prayer, and inspired some lively discussion. Thank you Christopher and thank you to all the members who made our House Group a happy and engaging series of meetings. We will have three meetings during Advent, and will be studying Bible references for Hope, Joy, Love and Peace, all at No. 2 Glebe Way, December 4th, 11th, and 18th 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm. Everyone is very welcome.
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Villagers tread the boards in Chichester Move over Imelda Staunton, Wisborough Green has got talent on stage at Chichester Festival Theatre! Just before a Saturday matinee performance of the musical "Gypsy", starring Ms Staunton with lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, villagers enjoyed a private back-stage tour of the re-vamped Grade II* listed theatre building. From the dressing rooms to the scene dock, the wig room to the stage, the tour, courtesy of the village m ini-bus association, was a fascinating insight into the new facilities from the actors' point of view and reflected the theatre's ongoing wishes to engage more with its audiences. Right: On stage at Festival Theatre! As part of the theatre's ÂŁ22 million 18-month long refurbishment, completed earlier this year, play-goers have been invited to see just what that vast sum of money has been spent on - largely improving those back-stage facilities for those who spend their working lives behind the scenes. Even the old wooden stage floor - once trod by the likes of Sir Laurence Olivier has been re-used and now sits grandly in the "green room" where actors, stage technicians and co-workers rest between scenes. The visit was one of several "different" uses the village mini-bus is put to throughout the year in addition to its regular shopping weekly trips to Horsham, Cranleigh, Guildford, Worthing and, yes, Chichester! Above: No star for anyone at So if you can't be a thespian you can be a shopper!. Chichester! Imelda Staunton's dressing Roger Moody, 01403 700123 room for "Gypsy" is a simple "Number 6"! 15
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The CWB charity has probably not come to your notice before and its name, especially if you are not a cricket fan will not resonate with you. It is however the world’s leading cricket development and HIV/AIDS awareness charity. It is dedicated to helping, educating and developing local communities around the world, especially Africa, through the spread and growth of cricket, however one of its more important missions is to link the sport to HIV/AIDS awareness and incorporate the message into everyday coaching sessions. In these days with the terrible scourge of Ebola raging in Africa, particularly in Sierra Leone, it is easy to forget the ongoing day to day struggle of HIV/AIDS. Since 1981 HIV/AIDS has killed more than 25 million people, the biggest majority in Africa. HIV has infected at least 10% of the population on the African continent and that is why the education of young people about HIV/AIDS prevention is so important in the development of Africa and towards getting a better life for its peoples. CWB is a unique opportunity using the sport of cricket as its entry into schools and communities with its programme of coaching of its youth in the sport in tandem with its HIV/AIDS awareness message. Through my volunteer work as a Games Maker at the 2012 Olympics I became interested in other volunteer work and since I love cricket, enjoy helping people and have previously benefited from working in Africa this charity has become a natural fit for me. My interest has meant that I have been selected to join a small team going in February to Cameroon for a two week programme of bringing HIV/AIDS awareness through the coaching of cricket. This year’s programme is in the planning stages and as you can imagine, because of the Ebola crisis, somewhat in limbo however it is anticipated to go ahead as it has for the past six years. I would like to continue to share with you the work of CWB and my involvement in the charity and my upcoming trip at a future date. When you see me in church please feel free to ask me about the work of CWB and my upcoming trip. PS. If you have any old cricket gear lying around no longer in use I would be happy to put it to use by taking it with me next year. Bats, balls, pads, gloves, caps and surely there is an old sweater in the cupboard not in use any more. I would be happy to come and pick it up Tony Cook , 01403 785435 17
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Oil/Gas Exploration - KKWG Update The company Celtique Energie (CE) submitted an Appeal on October 15th against the unanimous decision made by WSCC Planning Committee to refuse the application to drill for Oil/Gas on July 22nd. This issue will now be the subject of a Public Inquiry (PI). Inquiries usually open on a Tuesday at 10:00 am. On the first day the Inspector will agree the sitting times with the main parties. It is often agreed that the inquiry will start at 9:30 on subsequent days. Inquiries usually sit until about 17:00 or 17.30 each day but may finish earlier on a Friday. There will usually be two breaks and a 1 hour lunch break. The Inspector should not be approached during breaks. WSCC will need to allocate a suitable room in which to hold the Inquiry and the Planning inspectorate will notify the appellant/applicant, the local planning authority and every person entitled to appear at the inquiry of the date, time, place and expected length of the inquiry plus the name of the Inspector. The Inspector will sit at the head of a U-shaped table and the Appellant (Celtique Energie and their barrister) will sit on one side and the County Council and their legal team on the opposite side. Groups with a suitable locus ie local residents/Parishes who have objected and have a clear record of participation can apply for Rule 6 status which, if granted, permits them to take part in the PI. KKWG has applied for Rule 6 status by writing to the Planning Inspectorate in Bristol. The reference number of the Appeal is APP/P3800/A/14/2227410 so you can find any paperwork on the Planning Inspectorate portal using that reference number. An inquiry is the most formal of the appeal procedures and, while it is not a court of law, the proceedings will seem to be quite similar. Often expert evidence is presented and witnesses are cross-examined or (questioned). Paperwork to be prepared includes: • Statement of case – areas your evidence expects to cover • Statement of common ground ie those areas where parties agree and there are no differences between them so can be omitted • Opening statements by each group taking part • Proof of Evidence covering the ground a witness will speak about and needs to include a summary if the Proof exceeds 1500 words • Closing statement It is very important to meet the set deadlines. There is a lot to do so watch KKWG or Parish Council websites and/or contact Jill 01403 700395 for more information and to offer practical assistance and/or money. Putting the best arguments forward to protect Wisborough Green will cost time and money! Jill Sutcliffe 19
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On Saturday 1 November over 150 people were treated to a wonderful evening of entertainment in St Peter’s. The concert was organised by Judy with help from family and friends and was a fitting tribute to Roger. This date was not chosen at random – it would have been Roger and Judy’s 45th wedding anniversary. Roger would have been very proud of his very talented family who all took part in the evening. Others taking part included various friends, Malcolm Brinson, St Peter’s Choir, St Peter’s Music Group and River Boat Shuffle – the latter two being groups that Roger used to play with. It was a varied programme with something for everybody and the interval, with wine and nibbles, provided an opportunity for convivial conversation. A huge thank you to Judy, her family and all the talented performers who took part in the concert. It was a superb occasion and over £1,000 was raised to be divided between Family Support Work (FSW) and St Peter’s.
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Recipe of the Month THREE RECIPES FOR CHRISTMAS DUTCH BUTTERCAKE (boterkock) This recipe has kindly been given by Colly Akers who says ‘This does not look like a cake, more like a shortbread or flapjack. It is recipe from my home country of Holland, but most British people love it.” • 8oz/225g butter – cut into small pieces • 7oz/200g Demerara sugar • 4 pieces of stem ginger chopped into small pieces • 9oz/260g plain flour • A little ginger syrup for glazing 230C/450F/G8 1. 2. 3. 4.
Put the flour and sugar into a bowl and mix in the butter to form a ball. Add the pieces of ginger. Press into a greased 9’’ cake tin and glaze with ginger syrup. Put into a pre-heated oven and cook for 10-15 mins until golden brown.
CELERIAC, LEEK and SWEET POTATO SOUP A wonderful warming soup using winter vegetables, which is full of flavour. Ordinary potatoes could be used instead of sweet ones. This soup freezes well without the cream, so useful to have for the holiday time. If you are freezing this soup and space is short in your freezer only add half the stock when making it and then add the other half when reheating. • 25g/1oz butter • 2 leeks, sliced • 750g/1 ¾ lb celeriac, peeled and cut into small cubes • 350g/12oz sweet potato, peeled and cut into small cubes • 25g/1oz plain flour • 2 litres/3 ½ pints chicken or vegetable stock • Salt and black pepper • 3 tablespoons pouring cream 1. 2. 3. 4. 22
Melt the butter in a deep pan and fry the vegetables over a medium heat for a few minutes without colouring. Add the flour and stir for a couple of minutes. Blend in the stock, cover with a lid, bring to the boil and simmer for 15-20 mins until the vegetables are tender. Season with Salt and pepper. Ladle the soup into a processor and whiz until smooth or use a hand held whizzer and whiz in the pan. Return to the pan, stir in the cream and heat through.
Recipe of the Month (Cont) RECIPE FOR HAPPINESS • 2 overflowing cups of patience • 1 heartful of love • 2 handfuls of generosity • Large dash of laughter • Headful of understanding Combine all the ingredients together. Sprinkle with kindness and add plenty of faith. Mix well and spread over a lifetime. Serve everybody! Helen Vause
Wey & Arun Canal Trust CANAL TRUST UNLOCKS THE PAST at Gosden Meadow, Bramley Over the Heritage Open Days weekend of 12-14 September an archaeological dig took place on Gosden Meadow, Bramley, which established the location below ground of Tanyard Lock (Lock 22) on the former Wey & Arun Canal. The dig was organised by the Wey & Arun Canal Trust and directed by Consultant Archaeologist Martin J. Cook. The Wey & Arun Canal was built between 1813 and 1816 and we believe that all the locks in Surrey were built mainly of brick. Some time after the canal became disused (in the 1870s), the bricks were reused, probably by local builders – we do not know exactly when this happened in Bramley. Volunteers from the Canal Trust and other waterways restoration groups made light work of revealing the foundations of the SE corner of the former lock chamber before – like ‘Time Team’ – their three days were up! The excavation also uncovered some of the original bricks. Around 30 participants in the Trust’s annual guided walk on 14 September from Gun’s Mouth, Shalford, to Stanton’s Wharf, Bramley, were treated to the bonus of inspecting the excavation shortly before it was filled in. The Canal Trust gratefully acknowledges the kindness of the landowner in permitting this investigation and also the generous support of the Surrey Archaeological Society and Surrey Industrial History Group in offering grants to help defray the cost of the dig. For further information regarding the Wey & Arun Canal, please see: www.weyandarun.co.uk 23
NOTICE
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Tuesday 9th December at 10am in the lounge at
Wyatt House Cash prizes! Everyone welcome, just turn up.
Festive Cruises on the Wey & Arun Canal, Loxwood Join in the fun of a festive Santa Cruise on board a beautifully decorated boat and travel along the Wey & Arun Canal and through a restored lock. Children under 12 years will receive a gift from Santa who will board the boat at the lock whilst adults enjoy mulled wine and mince pies. The boat departs from The Wharf next to the Onslow Arms on the B2133 in Loxwood (free car parking). The trips take 40 minutes and depart at 11.00am, 12.00noon and 2.00pm on Sunday 7th, Saturday 13th, Sunday 14th, Saturday 20th, Sunday 21st, Monday 22nd and Tuesday 23rd December. Tickets cost £9 per person (under 12 months are free). Advance Booking essential. 50 minute festive boat trips, with light refreshments on board, will run on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day at 11.00am, 12.00noon and 2.00pm. Tickets cost £5 for adults and £2.50 for children. Advance Booking advisable. 01403 752403 or email office@weyandarun.co.uk visit www.weyandarun.co.uk/tripboats 24
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Community Minibus Association (W Sussex) - Wisborough Green Village Organiser: Pat Farmer (700492)
Registered Charity No 275787
Please note: The Central Office of the Community Minibus Association (West Sussex) has decided that the annual membership fee is to increase to ÂŁ5 from 1st January 2015 MEMBERSHIP IS OPEN TO ALL
For bookings ring: BRENDA KARN-SMITH (701076)
Destinations for December 2014 Mon 1st Fri 5th Mon 8th Wed 10th Fri 12th Mon 15th Fri 19th Mon 22nd Mon 29th
Cranleigh & Notcutts Horsham & Sainsbury Cranleigh & Notcutts Winchester Christmas Market Chichester & Sainsbury Horsham & Sainsbury Cranleigh & Notcutts Horsham & Sainsbury Horsham & Sainsbury
Depart 9.30 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 2.00 pm Depart 9.30 am
As advised in the last issue of Ad Vincula, on Wednesday 10th December we will be visiting the Winchester Christmas Market, inspired by the traditional German Christmas markets, which runs from the 20th November until 21st December. Wonderful Christmas gifts, decorations and festive food are on display in the pretty wooden chalets situated in the historic Cathedral Close and which surround a real open-air ice rink. The fare will be ÂŁ6 and bookings made, as usual, with Brenda. I should like to take this opportunity to wish all our drivers, escorts and passengers a very Happy Christmas and peaceful New Year. . Pat Farmer
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Wisborough Green History Harold and Joyce Barlow sold logs during the 1930s. They lived in the house named Upfield's Stores previously Fairview; the logs were stored in the garage with hay loft above. His workshop was located in Newpound Lane on the site of where Little Friars and Rickyards now stand. It was a large dark grey shed whose roof is just visible in the background of the photograph below and inside was a large circular saw for cutting up the logs. Harold made his deliveries in a green 3-wheel van, probably a 1930s Reliant Regent that he kept in the workshop. The business ceased in the 1950s. Mr. Gregory was a cobbler who worked in the front room of the right-hand dwelling in the row of three cottages known as Ivy Cottage that stood on the present site of Mulberry in Newpound Lane although he only worked there two or three days a week. Lil Elliot, who lived in the middle dwelling, said that it was interesting that there were interconnecting doors all the way along the first floor.
Above: Ivy Cottage c1948, the cobbler was in the furthest dwelling and Harold Barlow's workshop was just beyond. Arthur (“Scott�) Champion ran a cycle shop (although he was also a part time postman) that was located in what is now the house in School Road called Old Barn. The barn originally belonged to Green House that was divided into two dwellings as now. Both 28
y - The Closed Shops Pt 3 parts and the barn were owned by Conrad ("Twinkie") Knockolds, a photographer and artist who died in 1979. As an aside, Twinkie was an artist, but primarily a photographer; his speciality was taking aerial photos for farmers, architects, etc. This was in the days before aerial photography such as we have now as he used a large balloon, something like a wartime barrage balloon, only about 10' long, that was attached to a long wire to tether it to the ground and to release the shutter of its camera that sat in a basket. As this was a service he offered to many customers, some as far away as London photographing bomb sites in the war, he travelled around towing his equipment and balloon on a trailer. The shop started just after the First World War and was a cycle agency that sold new and second hand bicycles and spares as well as providing a maintenance service repairing punctures, etc. One particular service provided in the 30s and 40s was the filling of acetylene lamps. Each cyclist had two lamps, one being refilled and one in use as the charge only lasted one night. Arthur had racks of lamps ready for collection each with the owner’s name on them. The use of such lamps continued up to c1950, by which date most cyclists used electric lights or dynamos. His son, Ian, served in the shop in the evening sometimes; he recalls that, in a period more typical of the time when people felt they could buy things at any time of the day, sometimes customers came to the house to buy batteries and bulbs late at night to enable them to get home after the pubs closed. This business closed in 1952. Some notes from Cynthia Streeter who used to teach at the school and who died c1990 stated that her great grandparents lived in either North Cottage or Bodmin Cottage. They were known as West View in the 1960s, and Belchamber's Row some time earlier. The other dwelling was a cordwainer's workshop where quality leather shoes and other footwear were made; however I'm not sure that there was a shop there. Mr and Mrs Stanford ran a small shop at Gravatts in Kirdford Road just past The Luth during the 1930s that sold some groceries; for some reason, the notes that I've inherited made special mention of broken biscuits being sold there. I have no idea of when the shop closed, nor if it was known by the current name when it was trading. Not really a shop, but The Three Crowns sold crisps, nuts and lemonade to children. There was a small narrow counter that was really a section of the long bar. It was accessed by a corridor that went from the outside right-hand door straight ahead right up to that part of the bar such that the bars themselves could not be viewed from it. Doors to the saloons went off this corridor; there were two on the left to the saloon bar and the snug and a door on the right to the public bar. This small part of the bar didn't constitute licensed premises thus enabling children to make their purchases there. I intend covering the history of the pub in the near future. To be concluded next month. RB
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Prospective new Energy Cooperative Following on from the article in October’s Ad Vincula, some information on one form of renewable energy source.
RENEWABLE ENERGY: Ground source heating Ground source heat pumps use pipes which are buried in the garden to extract heat from the ground. The heat can then be used to heat radiators, under floor or warm air heating systems and hot water in your home. See diagram below courtesy of Which? A ground source heat pump circulates a mixture of water and antifreeze around a loop of pipe (a ground loop) which is buried in your garden. Heat from the ground is absorbed into the fluid and then passes through a heat exchanger into the heat pump. The ground s ta ys at a f air l y c ons tant temperature so the heat pump can be used throughout the year. The pump itself consists of an evaporator, a compressor and a condenser – together these take the heat from the water mixture and transfer it to your domestic heating system and increase the temperature in the process. Although installing a ground source heat pump is expensive they generate less CO2 than conventional heating systems. Electricity is needed to power the pump which circulates the liquid in the ground loop, but for every unit of electricity used by the pump you get between two and four units of heat, so this is an efficient way to heat a building. It also adds to the value of your property and you have cheaper energy bills.
Case study Ground source heating was installed in a local property about two years ago. The house was built in the 1920s but added to in the 1960s. There are three boreholes in the garden drilled down to different depths but the deepest is to 150 metres. These boreholes are linked to pipes in a shed and the heat pump. From this shed outside the house there are a series of pipes laid out in a grid to cover the ground area of the house and to provide under floor heating. Each room has a thermostat which controls the temperature. From there pipes take the hot water upstairs to heat the radiators in the rooms. Most of the disruption was caused by the installation of the insulation, which is of the highest standard, which provides a tea cosy effect to maximise the heat generated. There is low maintenance on the pump which is serviced once a year. The system stays on the whole year around as even if you go away it keeps working. The installation of the ground source heat pump and the insulation took about 3 months, and can be quite disruptive but the owners are very glad they took the initiative to install it and have no regrets and cheaper electricity bills! Katy Fletcher 31
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The Family Bee - Helping to Save our British Honey Bees at Fishers Adventure Farm Park in West Sussex Honey bees perform an essential job in pollinating a wide range of farm crops, vegetables, fruit and many wild plants. Our honey bees are under threat like never before, with their numbers declining. One of the major factors causing this decline is intensive agriculture, seen in the widespread use of pesticides and herbicides. This has contributed to a loss of habitat and forage for our bees. The other is, the introduction of the Varroa mite from Asia in the late 80s early 90s, resulting in the decimation of our feral bee population. The overwhelming majority of honey bees in the UK are kept in hives by beekeepers. A local venture has begun to help the plight of the honey bees on the Sussex/Surrey border. Going from hobbyists to professional bee keepers, Fiona Juckes and Mike Stone, have created The Family Bee project. As bee keepers they want to build partnerships with organisations that promote conservation. Their vision is to make their hives accessible to all age groups and to help educate people on the importance of bees in the community. Fishers Adventure Farm Park in Wisborough Green is the first location in their project. Park owner, Tim Rollings commented, “We were pleased to volunteer our help with this essential ecological idea.� Fishers have started with four traditional Langstroth hives in their newly planted orchard, located not far from the family farm park. Each hive has one queen bee with a colony of up to 60,000 bees. Honey bees construct wax honeycomb in which they store honey and their young (brood). The Family Bee plan to produce Fishers Farm Honey which will be available in the farm shop next year. Eating honey produced within a 3 mile radius of where you live has shown to have beneficial effects for hayfever and asthma sufferers. For more details of The Family Bee please email Fiona and Mike at : info@thefamilybee.co.uk 33
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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. Web www.cricketersarms.com Email – craig@cricketersarms.com Follow us on Facebook and Twitter 34
Local Club and Society News Wisborough Green Bridge Club This is a new club currently comprising five members who learnt to play ACOL bridge last year taught by Mary Morling of Hawkhurst Court. We usually meet on a Tuesday evening, at each others' houses, 7.30 pm-9.30pm. We are a small friendly group, and welcome bridge players of all standards, on a social basis. Phone Kay Wooldridge on 01403 700464 for more details.
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. The winner of the October draw for a flight in the Spitfire simulator was Barry Barnes. To join the group, contact Brian Smith on 01403 700346 or briansmithair@uwclub.net
Wisborough Green Short Mat Bowls Club For those of you that don't already know, the Wisborough Green Short Mat Bowls Club meets in the Village Hall on a Monday afternoon from 2:30 to 4:30pm and Wednesday evening from 7:00 to 9:00pm for practice otherwise known as a 'roll up'. We are a friendly club who, apart from the weekly roll ups, also play occasional friendly matches, the latest of which was against West Chiltington, who compete in the West Sussex Short Mat Bowls League. We won on both mats with Hilary Nulty, Jane Adsett, David Luxford and Bernard Adsett winning 20 - 17 on mat 1 and Evelyn Ringrose, Joan Goodchild, Reg Snelgar and Monica Enticknap winning 20 - 12 on mat 2. New members of all ages always welcome. See Village Directory at back of magazine for contact details. Monica Enticknap, Captain
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Farmers’ and Village Market News
Next Market - Thursday 11th December 2014 Village Hall 9 am – 12.30 pm
Garden Cottage Products by Sue Turley Who is Shirley? Shirley likes Farmers' Market Week as her normal mundane diet of corn and pellets is augmented with scraps of sweet pastry, remnants of jam, cake and on the run up to Christmas with marzipan and icing. Not that the pieces Shirley receives are as tasty as those given to the other two Silky Chickens living in my garden, which explains why she finds it necessary to steal theirs. Apart from these, we have eighteen chickens on our allotment, laying beautiful eggs. These, together with the fruit and vegetables that we grow here are what I use for my jams, chutneys and pies. Over the years twin sons with increasingly ambitious ideas for Birthday cakes and a chorus of “You can do it mum, It's easy” combined with financial necessity. I baked increasing numbers of cakes, pies and jams, not just for my own family but for their friends and neighbours too and loved doing it. Once the boys left home a friend suggested I keep my hand in by cooking for Farmers' Markets, though in truth with the frequency that I receive calls from the boys requiring cakes, pies and jams for various events, there is no chance that I will be hanging my apron up anytime soon, not that I want to, as to me, cooking is therapy. Sue T. Many of us feel that eating good food is therapy too! We are so pleased that Sue will be here in December with her Christmas goodies. If you want to order then get in contact with us via the phone number in the Village Directory at the back of the magazine and collect on Market Day.
Market News. John's goats' milk supply has temporarily dried up so he will not be here in December but will be back in February. Cathy will be augmenting her lovely flowers and plants with Xmas garlands. With our warm wishes for a lovely Christmas Wisborough Green Village Market Committee
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Wisborough Green Horticultural Society Monday 1st December 2014 8pm Village Hall Talk by Andrew Elms - “Lordington Lavender” Apologies to everyone that came to last month’s talk that did not happen! The speaker had booked us in for the next evening! Nevertheless people socialised and chatted even more with each other than usual while we tracked down what had happened. Our speaker was already speaking to a different audience! Refreshments were even more welcome. At the December meeting we will be having mince pies and mulled wine afterwards. Surely lightning cannot strike twice? “Nestled in the South Downs, Lordington Lavender was established in 2002 by local farmer Andrew Elms. After selling his dairy herd he was looking for a new way to diversify and decided that Lavender would be a unique and exciting alternative. The crop is grown with conservation of habitat and the environment very much in mind. No fertilizers or pesticides are used and it has become a haven for wildlife with at least 12 red listed species of birds including skylarks and barn owls found on the farm. Now, 4 acres of Mailette lavender, a French Provençal variety famed for its high quality oil, is harvested once a year to produce a wonderful essential oil and the business has become a family affair.” From the Lordington Lavender website. Now it is your opportunity to see the place on screen, smell the products and ask questions about it. Maybe even get tips about varieties, fragrances and cultivation; perhaps plan a visit for next summer. Everyone is welcome, members and visitors. Join us for refreshments afterwards (no charge). Aija Hamilton 39
Decorative & Fine Arts Society Meetings WEST SUSSEX DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS SOCIETY The next lecture, in Fittleworth Village Hall at 2.15 pm on Tuesday 2nd December is:
“Norman Rockwell's Christmas Wish - the American painter and illustrator” Coffee is served before the lecture and guests are welcome at a fee of £5 Anyone wishing to become a member should contact Beth Dugan 01730 815339. *** PLEASE NOTE - NO MEETING IN JANUARY ***
SOUTH DOWNS DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS SOCIETY The next meeting will be in Fittleworth Village Hall on Wednesday 3rd December is:
The Journey of the Magi: 1700 Years of the Three Kings How artists across the centuries have chosen to Represent the Magi Speaker – The Right Reverend Dr Christopher Herbert Coffee served from 9.50 a.m. New members and guests welcome. If you would like to join us please call the Membership Secretary for details - 01403 783359 *** PLEASE NOTE - NO MEETING IN JANUARY ***
Wealden Trefoil Guild On November 4th 10 members of the Wealden Trefoil Guild met at the Six Bells in Billingshurst for an early Christmas meal organised by Jackie Sharp. We had a good choice of menu and the service was excellent. It was great to have a good social chat over the meal. We had filled 15 shoeboxes plus some extras and some knitted or crochet items and they will be taken to ‘Link to Hope’ in Worthing for transportation to the needy families. Our next meeting will be supporting the Billingshurst Brownies singing carols to the Residents at Osmond Court in Billingshurst at 5pm on Thursday December 4th. This is the start of Christmas to both them and us and is much enjoyed by everyone. . Ruth Isaacs, Chairman Tel. 01403 785402 or June Clark, Secretary Tel: 01403 700522 40
WI Report Well it’s safe for you all to come from behind your sofas now! The WI had its Annual Meeting on the 6th November and after a fair amount of persuasion a new committee was elected and we now have a new President, Treasurer and Secretary. There, I told you it was safe! The new committee consists of Mary Benson, Judy Moorey, Dottie Smith, Jenny Pittuck, Gaye Harris, Sue Nicholls, Christine Serna, and Sarah Kenny with Penny Gaze as back stop. Out of this motley bunch Mary has been unanimously voted in as President, Christine has bravely stepped into Jenny’s shoes as Treasurer after about 22 years in the job! And Sue and Dottie have volunteered to step into the rather large shoes of Mary as joint Secretaries. Mary has also been Secretary for at least 17 years! I rather feel that both Dottie and I will not be doing such a long stint! Melanie Careless came and oversaw our meeting which she did with very good humour and is probably now thinking of retiring as a WI Advisor. Our next meeting is on the 4th December which of course is our Christmas Party event. If you weren’t at the November meeting and, therefore, weren’t able to put your name on the list of food we would be very grateful if you could bring either a plate of savoury or sweet finger food. Also a wrapped present to the value of about £3 which will be put into the Christmas draw. If you have any queries please could you ring either Dottie (01403 753042) or myself as, being elected President, has gone straight to Mary’s head and she’s gone to Dubai for three weeks to recuperate! Sue Nicholls 01403 700827 Mary Benson (President) 01403 700284
Volunteers needed for CHURCH CLEANING ROTA The cleaning team has become a little depleted recently and we would like to encourage more volunteers to join the team which will spread the workload. The team does an excellent job of keeping the church clean and polished, but with a few more people on the rota their duties will not occur as frequently. If you would like to know more or to volunteer please contact Jill Brett on 700350. Thank you.
Wisborough Greenfingers Tips Last chance to batten down the hatches against wind: • Prevent wind rock – reduce height if reasonable. • Firm in plants with your heel. • On walls tie in loose flappy stems.
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Weather Watch Wisborough Green Rainfall for October was a 122mm (last year 207mm – 7 yr average was 96mm). Wettest place in the UK was at Achnegart (Wester Ross) with a whopping 580mm – nearly 5 times compared to WG!! Highest temp for the UK 23.6°C at Kew Gardens - exceptionally high as this was recorded on October 31st. If the mild weather continues, 2014 is on track to be the warmest since records began. Sunshine levels were 10% below normal for October. Weathervane
CYBER TIPS Don’t you believe it! I was watching the news the other day and heard about the scam involving Booking.com, the website on which you can reserve holidays to pretty well anywhere. If you bother to read their terms and conditions (how many do?) you will find, tucked away in the small print, the following statement: “In certain circumstances, we may share your personal data with third parties” This will inevitably include your payment details! Also stated in the t&c was: “Third-party service providers: We may use service providers (such as "data processors") to process your personal data strictly on our behalf. This processing would be for purposes such as facilitating reservation payments, sending out marketing material or for analytical support services. These processors are bound by confidentiality clauses and are not allowed to use your personal data for their own purposes or any other purpose.” Not allowed indeed! Is everyone that trustworthy? The scam, by the way, is that, having received your data, the hacker will email you seeking payment in advance when you have already agreed to pay the hotel on departure. Need I say more? Think at least twice before you click! Peter Edmonds
Village Hall 50 Club Draw The winner of the November draw is Mrs K Wigan who wins £50 The winner of the second prize of £20 is Tim Harris The December draw, which includes the Christmas Bonus draw of £500 will be at The Three Crowns at 6.30pm on Wednesday 3 December 2014 and if any member or prospective member would like to attend they would be very welcome. Please contact me for details of how to join the 50 Club and support your Village Hall. Ruth Andrews, 01403 700671 43
Church Cleaning Roster (Saturdays) 06 December
ADVENT CLEANING 9.30 am ALL PLEASE
13 December
Mr & Mrs Armistead
20 December
Mrs Clark & Mrs Scrase
27 December
Mr & Mrs Edmonds
If you are unable to clean on the day allocated to you, please arrange to change with someone or let Jill Brett know – 700350.
Church Flower Arranging Roster (Fridays) 05 December
No Flowers (Advent)
12 December
No Flowers (Advent)
20 December (Saturday)
CHRISTMAS FLOWERS ALL THE TEAM
26 December
Maggie Edwards
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
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Ministry Support Team Co-ordinators Bell Ringers Mr Robin Miles 823361 Cleaners Mrs Jill Brett 700350 Flowers Mrs Maggie Edwards 700944 Readers & Intercessors Mrs Val Mourilyan 700089 Chalice & Sacristans Mrs Andrea Parr 700793 Healing Mrs Gillian Gough 700157 St Peter’s Links Mrs Annie Daniell 752846 Wizzy Tots Parent & Toddlers Mrs Tory Cato 07903 951917 Website: www.wisboroughgreenparishchurch.org.uk For baptism or wedding enquiries, please contact one of the churchwardens or PCC secretary ASAP.
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What’s Happening in December Sun 30 Nov Advent Carol Service St Peter’s Church, WG 6.00 pm Mon 01 Horticultural Society meeting (p 39) WG Village Hall 8.00 pm Tue 02 West Sussex Decorative & Fine Arts Society (p 40) Fittleworth Village Hall 2.15 pm Parish Council Planning Meeting (if required) WG Village Hall, Vine Room 8.00 pm Wed 03 South Downs Decorative & Fine Arts Society (p 40) Fittleworth Village Hall 10.30 am Rural Children’s Bus The Pavilion WG 12.15 - 1.15 pm Village Hall 50 Club Draw (p 43) The Three Crowns 6.30 pm Thur 04 Mobile Library The Pavilion WG 2.55 - 3.15 pm Wealden Trefoil Guild (p 40) Osmond Court, Billingshurst 5.00 pm WI Meeting - Christmas Party (p 41) WG Village Hall 8.00 pm Sat 06 BCS Christmas Concert (p 24) Weald School Hall, Bill’hurst 7.30 pm Sun 07 Santa Canal Cruises (see p 24 for more dates) The Wharf, Loxwood from 11.00 am Tue 09 Fun Bingo (p 24) Wyatt House Lounge 10.00 am Wed 10 Minibus Outing to Christmas Market (p 27) Winchester Depart 9.30 am Thur 11 Farmer’s & Village Market (p 37) WG Village Hall 9.00 am - 12.30 pm Youth Club WG Village Hall 6.30 pm Tue 16 Parish Council Planning Meeting (if required) WG Village Hall, Vine Room 8.00 pm Wed 17 Mobile Skip The Pavilion WG 8.30 am - 1.30 pm Rural Children’s Bus The Pavilion WG 12.15 - 1.15 pm Thur 18 Mobile Library The Pavilion WG 2.55 - 3.15 pm Youth Club WG Village Hall 6.30 pm Fri 19 PACT Christmas Carols & refreshments (p 13) URC, Petworth 10.30 am Sat 20 Leconfield Singers Christmas Concert (p 25) St Mary’s Church, Petworth 6.00 pm Sun 21 Carol Service St Peter’s Church, WG 6.00 pm Wed 24 CHRISTMAS EVE For all Christmas Services, see Church Calendar (p 4) Thur 25 CHRISTMAS DAY Fri 26 Festive Canal Boat Trips (see p 24 for more dates) The Wharf, Loxwood from 11.00 am
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