BBH Mag Nov 2017

November 2017

Your community magazine for

Broadbridge Heath A NEW LOOK FOR YOUR VILLAGE CENTRE See page 6 for details.

———————————— SCARECROW COMPETITION PRIZE WINNERS See page 3 BBH Mag is free to all households in Broadbridge Heath.

Published in the village, by the village and for the village. © BBH Community Publications To advertise email: advertising.bbh.mag@gmail.com Editor email: bbh.mag@gmail.com

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VILLAGE SCARECROW WEEKEND. Sponsored by the ‘BBH Mag’ Sam the Scarecrow has been touring the village, meeting people and having his photo taken. And people won prizes!

The winners of the competitions are:

Brendan Bradley wins the £20 prize for being the first person to find the scarecrow.

And Rachel Diamond wins the £10 prize for best photos..

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BBH Mag Editorial column.

BBH Mag is published by “BBH Community Publications” a non-profit making society run by local volunteers for the benefit of the community of Broadbridge Heath.

Your village. Your village magazine. Send us your news.

Do you have some news about your club or society you would like to share with the rest of the village? Or are you staging an event in the village you would like us to publicise? We are very keen to hear your news so please email us at bbh.mag@gmail.com .

It pays to advertise in BBH Magazine.

Our advertisers are pleased with the service we offer them. We deliver to every house in the village, currently 2,300 homes and we’re keen to encourage local businesses. Our advertising rates are very reasonable.

The deadline for submitting copy and payment is the 8th day of each month. Contact us for details……

Email: advertising.bbh.mag@gmail.com Post: BBH Mag, 3, Pinewood Close, Broadbridge Heath, RH12 3TP Join our friendly team of volunteer distributors.

We have a large team of over 30 people who distribute the magazine every month. Would you like to help? Time commitment is about half an hour a month. We need distributors for Churchill Way and Carter Drive. Contact Paul Muggeridge by email: distribution.bbh.mag@gmail.com Roger Stamp. Editor. The BBH Mag. Email: bbh.mag@gmail.com

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Birthday Celebrations in Clemsfold District This September 2nd BBH Brownies and 2nd BBH Guides celebrated their 80th birthday and Rainbows their 30th.

Our two Young Leaders; Megan and India planned a birthday party as part of their Young Leader Qualification. They organise classic party games such as Pass the Parcel and Musical Statues as well as providing a light refreshing lunch. The YLs also designed a special souvenir badge for the day.

We were joined by our County Commissioner Lisa Barden who presented Sally Carver aka Purple Bow or Granny Owl with her 30 year service badge.

Contact: Sharon Newman Guide and Ranger leader and Joint District Commissioner bbhguides@gmail.com To join Girlguiding please visit girlguiding.org.uk

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News from

BROADBRIDGE HEATH PARISH COUNCIL Contact: The Clerk of the Parish Council e-mail: clerk@broadbridgeheath-pc.gov.uk Telephone: 07716 130103 A NEW LOOK FOR YOUR VILLAGE CENTRE

The Village Centre building on Wickhurst Lane is to be redeveloped to serve the growing population of Broadbridge Heath. Major improvements will make the building lighter, more welcoming and modern as well as providing some additional facilities for users.

Members from the Parish Council and the Village Centre Management Trustees have been working together since October 2015 to establish what upgrades can and should be provided and how they will be sustained.

As a first step, meetings were held with present and some possible future users to find out what facilities and amenities the future building should offer. Then, early in 2016, questionnaires were sent to all residents of the village so that everyone had a chance to make suggestions as to what they would like to see at their Village Centre.

All the information gathered has been collated and a design brief was drawn up. This was used to tender for an architect and in April of this year, Richard Atkinson, RJCA Architects was chosen to prepare a design for a new look Village Centre. Richard comes highly recommended and has been involved with many village hall and community centres including Barnham and Boxgrove.

Since appointing Richard, it has been full steam ahead and the first design was presented to the working group in June 2017.

Various amendments and improvements were built into the design and these were approved by the Village Centre Management Trustees and the Parish Council in September. A Quantity Surveyor has now been appointed and is working on the costs for delivering the new look Village Centre.

Watch this space as it is hoped that during the coming months the plans will be on show at a public meeting together with an artist’s impression of how the new building, which will include a fabulous new purpose-built hall, will look.

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Never let it be said that WI ladies don’t know how to enjoy themselves, especially when there’s food involved, and in the run up to the party season Broadbridge Heath WI has lots going on.

Our AGM on 14 November sets out the programme for the coming year, and there’s something for everyone: You could join us for a delicious afternoon tea by a cosy fire at Random Hall on 21 November.

Or why not party with us at our Christmas Lunch on 12 December.

There’s another opportunity to eat, drink and be merry in January when we’ll have our New Year lunch at the Bowls Club.

These are friendly informal events so it’s a good way to meet everyone and make some new friends. But if your diary is already full for this year, here are some of the things coming up next year: Strictly fans won’t want to miss Brendan Cole’s live dance show in February (we need to book this now so don’t wait if you’d like to join us).

Also in February we’re having a film afternoon with lovely old movies to the sound of us munching popcorn.

There’s lots more planned for next year (fancy an afternoon with tales from a Scotland Yard Detective?) too much to list everything here so watch this space for more news of WI events.

By the way, if you like quizzes, we’re always on the lookout for some new blood on our team....

Contact us You’ll be made very welcome if you pop along to one of our meetings - 2.30pm every second Tuesday at St John’s Community Hall, Church Road, Broadbridge Heath. Or you can call or email if you’d like to know more.

Phone: Pauline Scott, 01403 211704 or Gill Axby, 01403 266525 Email: wi.broadbridgeheath@talktalk.net 7

St John’s Church, Broadbridge Heath

WHAT’S ON AT THE CHURCH Sunday 5 November & 3 December Cafe@Church. Open from 10.00 am. For all the family.

Coffee served all morning, papers, chill, craft activities, games for children, worship and short talk.

Wednesdays 1 & 8 November Craft Social 9.30 – 12.00 am. Bring along any craft you have and enjoy the refreshments and fellowship.

Tuesdays 7, 14, 21, 28 November Early Bird Café 8.45 – 10.00 am. Come along for ‘free’ Fair Trade coffee/tea, toast, biscuits, read the papers and have a chat. Contact Val 01403 260179 Wednesday 8 November

Tea & Fellowship 2.30 pm. Open to all elderly folk in Broadbridge Heath. Contact Heather 01403 210996

Wednesday 15 November

Village Lunch 12 for 12.30 pm. Menu – Beef casserole followed by Plum Compote. To book please call Charlotte on 01403 267673

Christmas Fair at St Johns Church, Church Road, Broadbridge Heath on Saturday 25th November 2-4pm

St Johns Church website Go online to view it at http://stjohnsbbh.org.uk/ You can also read the online copies of the BBH Mag on the St John’s Church website at http://stjohnsbbh.org.uk/community/bbh-magazine/

———————————— St John’s Church, Broadbridge Heath, Church Road, RH12 3LD 01403 274114 info@stjohnsbbh.org.uk

Children, families and people of all ages are welcome.

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Parish Point Of View Kate Bailey. Curate at St John’s Church “Remember, Remember the 5th of November, Gunpowder, Treason and Plot” . . . so begins the famous poem about Guy Fawkes and it’s why we have fireworks and celebrations at this time of year. I am looking forward to the new BBC mini series “Gunpowder” because I am hoping to find out more about the Plot and the Treason, as we celebrate the Gunpowder with Fireworks. The motive behind this scheming boiled down to a religious element of fear, mistrust and hatred, of Catholic versus Protestant.

Over the years there have been great steps towards the different denominations of the Christian Church working together. Despite our differences we can all declare that Jesus is Lord, the Son of God who came into this world in order to bring us into an eternal relationship between humankind and God.

Sadly whilst there has been this improvement in ecumenical relations, there is now greater mistrust between those of other faiths – and this has replaced the old Catholic/Protestant division which saw the Guy Fawkes plot started in the beginning.

Nowadays we have extremists plotting against others due to grounds of religion, terrorists who think nothing of killing and maiming others, and lone individuals whose motives we may never discover.

So what can we do about it?

Jesus taught some very wise words which help us here. He said “Love your neighbour as yourself” (Matthew 22:39) when talking to those who were opposed to his ministry on earth. And we would do well to follow that teaching today. Who is our neighbour? Our children are taught at school that they are global citizens – and that is a lesson for us all. The world gets ever smaller as we are able to be in contact with others at the touch of a mobile phone button. Our neighbours are those from different countries, those of a different religion, those who look or sound different from us, as well as those who live here in Broadbridge Heath alongside us.

As we prepare to watch the Firework Celebrations this year, let us remember as we see each different pattern in the sky that despite their differences, they are all fireworks! And we are all human beings, worthy of respect and love and tolerance.

God Bless, Kate.

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BBH Mag Sport

News from local sports clubs.

If you would like to publish your sports news in this magazine please contact the Editor by email: bbh.mag@gmail.com FOOTBALL Broadbridge Heath Football Club Broadbridge Heath first team have made a steady start to the season and currently sit in 13th place out of a division of 20 teams but we have struggled with player injuries and availability which must have reached an all time high in a recent match against East Preston when we had 12 first team players unavailable, hardly surprising that we lost that game 3-0. Compare that to the first season the club was formed in 1919 when the team completed the double winning both the league and cup with only 12 registered players; how things have changed.

Heath though have excelled in Cup Competitions this season. Having entered five competitions the only loss so far was in the FA Cup when we travelled to Sevenoaks Town for the first game of the season and lost by 3-1. In the FA Vase we have bettered any previous years results by winning two consecutive matches, away to Southwick and home to AFC Croydon Athletic, in the next round on the 21st October we have another home match when we play Kensington Borough, the final is played at Wembley in May so keep the date free (lol).

With so many players missing for the first team the knock-on effect is that the Reserve team are severely weakened but despite that they currently sit in 4th place with 5 wins from their first 8 matches. Unfortunately though Manager Graham Shergold has stepped down due to a change in his work pattern meaning he now has to work most Saturday afternoons, he will however remain at the club in his role of Assistant Manager for the Under 18s.

The Under 18s have had a great start to the campaign and currently sit second in the Southern Combination League Central Division but have two games in hand on the leaders AFC Vardenians.

The season for the Juniors is now underway; the club are running 11 teams this year which is a record, 10 in the Horsham Youth League and one in the Sussex Sunday Youth League, the aim of the club in future is to have two teams at each age group, one in the Horsham Youth League and one in the Sussex Sunday Youth League allowing players whatever their ability to participate but we need access to more pitches before we can achieve that.

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That brings me along nicely to an update on the new facilities. The new pitches to the south of the Leisure Centre have now been fully drained and we're told they will be in perfect condition for the start of next season. The latest on the pavilion is that they will start construction in November (I think they meant 2017) and finish in June. That should allow the facilities to pass an FA Ground Grading inspection and be ready for the kick off of the 2018-2019 season.

First Team Fixtures: 31 Oct Home v East Preston, K.O. 3pm 04 Nov Home v AFC Uckfield, K.O. 3pm 11 Nov Away v Haywards Heath Town, K.O. 3pm 18 Nov Home v Saltdean United, K.O. 3pm 25 Nov Home v Lancing, K.O. 3pm For more information about Broadbridge Heath FC please visit our website at:- http:// www.pitchero.com/clubs/broadbridgeheathfc/ or follow us on Facebook or Twitter:- @thebearsbbhfc CRICKET

Broadbridge Heath Cricket Club

Byfleets Lane Broadbridge Heath West Sussex RH12 3PB www. broadbridgeheath.play-cricket.com After my recent reports of the problems facing the Club, I’m very pleased to report that we have had two contacts from readers offering assistance – both with the ground maintenance. Our Chairman, Tim Wells, has been in contact with both parties and we are developing those ideas – for which we are hugely appreciative.

The work on the autumn ground renovation is now complete and it’s interesting that both us and the football club are now waiting for grass seed to grow for our new/ renovated pitches. We have put-up fencing to keep the rabbits out as they have been a major problem for us this year – despite the increasing buzzard population at the Top Common. I counted a dozen thermalling recently.

I mentioned in the last edition that we made it through to the Sussex 6-a-side finals at the Hove County Ground recently. We did not win the trophy but the players and supporters had a great day at the home of professional cricket in the County.

What further news of our future ? Unfortunately, although we have had the very welcome contact about the maintenance of our ground, we have not been approached by any new adult players. So, at our AGM on 24th November, those members who attend will be asked to discuss and consider options for our future. One of the options will be for us to reduce to one League team and come to an arrangement with a larger Club for one of their teams to use our ground every other Saturday. If any readers are connected to a Club that might be interested in such an arrangement then please contact our Chairman, Tim Wells.

Cricket has been played in the village for over 100 years. We have strong links with the Stoolball Club and the Tennis Club are also with us at the Top Common. As a result, cricket Chairman Tim Wells and his small committee will continue to work tirelessly to do all it can to ensure that tradition is maintained.

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BOWLS

Horsham District Indoor Bowls Club Come and have a go at Indoor Bowls. Visitors are welcome to join our members for 2 free taster sessions on WEDNESDAY evenings from 7pm to 9.30. Subsequent visits £3 per session (members rate) No advance booking necessary.

Forthcoming event – Horsham Be Active on Friday 24th November. A free drop in event for the Over 45s. Many varied activities.

More information at: horshamdistrictindoorbowlsclub.co.uk —————————————————————————————————————-

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Send your views by email to bbh.mag@gmail.com Do you have a point of view about the village you would like to share with all our readers in Broadbridge Heath?

For instance, here’s a few ideas: Is 20 plenty? New speed restrictions are now in force on some roads in the village but they’re not popular with everyone. What do you think? Is 20mph too slow? Or do you feel safer now that the speed limit has been reduced from 30mph?

Has the village lost it’s sense of community? Broadbridge Heath has doubled in size since the new houses were built. Do you feel part of a village community now? Or do you feel you’re “on your own”. Would you like to see more community events? The Village Gala Society are working hard to organise events because they want to encourage people to feel part of the community.

The Village Centre. The building on Wickhurst Lane is to be redeveloped to serve the growing population of Broadbridge Heath. Are you looking forward to it? What are your ideas for the new village centre?

Write to us and let us know.

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The Emery Ensemble Ladies Vocal Group

Invite you to our

Christmas Concert

Traditional and fun Christmas songs Tuesday 5th December 2017 7.45pm St John’s Church, Church Road, Broadbridge Heath RH12 3LD Tickets: £5 (children free) Available from Karen MacDonald 07970 179413

Musical Director: Helen Emery

Christmas Fair at St Johns Church, Church Road, Broadbridge Heath on Saturday 25th November 2-4pm Cakes, Refreshments, Handicrafts, Children’s Activities, Bric-abrac, Books, Toys, Fair trade stall & more …

The proceeds will go to the work of Worthing Churches Homeless Project (WCHP) in Horsham Please contact Hilary (H 243795) or Annie (H 256258) for further information.

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VILLAGE ‘GREEN FINGERS’ Our page for BBH gardening enthusiasts by our gardening Editor, Barry Hearnshaw.

PLANT OF THE MONTH NOVEMBER Schizostylis coccinea (Kaffir Lily) A plant for the mixed herbaceous border. An evergreen, clump forming perennial, rather like a small Gladiolus, in appearance for both flowers and foliage. However, Gladiolus have more of a defined trumpet shape to their flowers.

Schizostylis have narrow sword like foliage, mid-green in colour.

Flowers borne on spikes and are star shaped, usually coloured red or scarlet, first appearing around mid-October through to December. Very maintenance free, but not fully hardy, therefore needs a sheltered spot from cold winds. There are a wide range of cultivars(varieties) which can be obtained. 'Major' is a variety with deeper red flowers than coccinea. Other varieties include "Salmon Charm' and 'Sunrise', both salmon pink in colour.

To increase your stock of Schizostylis, you can divide clumps accordingly, preferably in Spring. An alternative even though it is much slower in obtaining a mature plant quickly, is by propagating by seed.

Mark Pearce your friendly local Nurseryman (New Place Nurseries) Jobs for the month – November….. Winter is on its way Leaves are falling rapidly, and wind and rain are on the increase. Tender plants will need protecting from frost, gales and freezing rains. Move plants into the greenhouse, or into a sheltered spot, but if you can't, it is worth wrapping plants or pots. Remember winter can be a tough time for birds in terms of water and food, so keep supplies well topped up.

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Winter protection Top Ten Jobs For The Month Clear up fallen leaves - especially from lawns, ponds and beds Raise containers onto pot feet to prevent waterlogging Plant tulip bulbs for a spring display next year Prune roses to prevent wind-rock Plant out winter bedding Cover brassicas with netting if pigeons are a problem Insulate outdoor containers from frost - bubblewrap works well Stop winter moth damage to fruit trees using grease bands around the trunks Put out bird food to encourage winter birds into the garden Use a seasonal bonfire - where this is allowed - to dispose of excess debris unfit for composting ———————————————————————————————————

News from Shelley Primary School October 2017

Our new school year has started well here at Shelley Primary and our new head teacher, Mrs Kirsty Fitzscott, is welcomed by all the staff and governors. The children have had an exciting return to school, with events such as Bikeability for Y6 and a visit from a fire engine for Y2 proving to be a big hit. Going forwards, the autumn term continues to be busy for our children with further trips including the Science Museum for Y3/Y4 and Brooklands Transport Museum for Y5/Y6.

As our schools grows in size, we are aware that parking around the school can become a difficult issue at drop off and pick up time. A useful suggestion has been made by one parent – that we have a group of volunteers, who patrol outside the school to direct people to safe parking spaces. If any local residents would be interested in joining this group, please contact the school office to register your details.

We are currently running sessions for parents of children who will be due to start school in September 2018. If your child was born between 1 September 2013 and 31 August 2014 then please contact us if you would like to look around. You will also need to complete your application for your child’s place by visiting www.westussex.gov.uk/admissions. If you would like any help with this process, we are happy to offer support.

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News from the GALA ASSOCIATION Join the “Santa Sleigh” procession Here comes Santa Claus. Here comes Santa Claus right down Wickhurst Lane… ...And a number of other streets around Broadbridge Heath on the late afternoon/early evening of Sunday 3rd December thanks to the BBH Gala Association.

Resurrecting an old tradition of the village started in the 80’s, make sure you and your little ones are prepared for the visual spectacle that is the Santa Sleigh Procession. Envisage a Disney parade and then lower your expectations significantly and you will not be disappointed to see Father Christmas in his festive sleigh, banging out Christmas tunes as he is pulled around the roads of the village for no other reason than to bring a festive smile to people's faces.

The BBH Gala Association is planning on becoming more active again with the objective of recreating the community spirit the village used to be so well known for. A significant time to do so with such growth seen in the number of residence over the past few years.

The Santa Sleigh Procession has really only been organised with a view to creating a bit of Christmas cheer, but there will be a few volunteers flanking the main man with collection buckets. This money will go towards funding future events such as a Village Fete a fun run and Christmas festivities next year. The Gala Association is a not for profit organisation and any money made is always ploughed back into events to keep that community spirit alive.

Santa will start his Procession in the Wickhurst Green area from 4pm and travel down a number of streets, roads and lanes before departing for Lapland around 7.30pm.

Due to the size of the village now sadly he won't make it down every single Avenue so a map will be published nearer the time for you to work out your nearest view point.

Please keep an eye out for posters, leaflets and the Gala Association Facebook page for all the up to date info.

Hope to see you out and about on the 3rd!

The BBH-HoHoHo Team

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The next Gala Association meeting will be on Tuesday 9th January @ 7.30pm in the Village Centre.

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Sunday 12th November Cats Homing Show: Cats Protection Horsham & District Branch will be holding a Homing Show at Broadbridge Heath Village Centre, Wickhurst Lane from 11am - 2pm.

Why not come along and meet the cats looking for new homes - our fosterers know all about their characters so we can find the most suitable match for you.

Refreshments will be available, plus there will be other cat related goodies on sale.

Entry is free but donations (including cat food & litter) will be warmly received.

For more information please see our website: www.cats.org.uk/horsham or email: cpbranch_horsham@hotmail.co.uk

LAWN MOWING & HEDGE CUTTING Please call for a free quotation.

Only the best equipment used.

Weekly or fortnightly service available.

Fully insured.

Ben Allen Garden Services Ltd. 07783 072314 or 01403 730347 17

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Christ’s Hospital School Performing Arts Events • Sat 4th Nov – Choral Society Concert at St Mary’s Church. Rossini’s Petite Messe Solenelle.

• Tues 14th Nov – Court Room Classic with Jonathon Riches. C.H. Tuba teacher John Riches performs a brass showcase with friends.

• Sun 26th Nov – School Concert Including performances by the main CH Orchestras and Ensembles.

• Thurs 30th Nov, Fri 1st & Sat 2nd Dec – The Crucible. CH Senior pupils present this restaging of ‘The Crucible’ in-the-round.

• Thurs 14th Dec – Choral Society Christmas Concert. Carols and readings followed by a glass of wine and mince pie.

• Thurs 25th Jan – Sing-A-Long-A Dirty Dancing. Fun-filled screening of the 1987 classic film.

For tickets, pricing or information please visit our website or call the

Box Office 01403 247434

(Mon–Fri 9.30am-12pm, Term Time Only) Website: www.christs-hospital.org.uk Email: boxoffice@christs-hospital.org.uk

Yoga Classes in Horsham Iyengar Yoga is a safe and accessible form of Yoga suitable for all levels, including beginners.

Teacher with 20 years experience More information & booking: www.annamacedoyoga.com hoveyoga@yahoo.co.uk

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Hairdressing IN YOUR OWN HOME

Fully qualified, experienced and friendly.

WET CUT from £20.00 CUT & BLOWDRY from £27.00 BLOWDRY from £15.00 SHAMPOO & SET from £15.00 PERMS, TINTS, CAP HIGHLIGHTS & FOILS: price on consultation.

PLEASE PHONE DEBBIE Tel: 01403 563868 Mob: 07979 966 098 20

Muntham House School’s Local Offer to the Community

Muntham House School, Barns Green, Horsham, West Sussex.

Is a specialist boarding and day school for boys aged 8-18 with emotional and social difficulties which affect their learning and behaviour.

The School has an excellent reputation and has been judged by OFSTED as Outstanding or Good for the last 15 years. Muntham has also picked up international awards from the British Council.

Muntham House has a history of successful partnership working with local schools, Care services, other public services and Further Education colleges.

Muntham House School has an excellent reputation with local and national employers, Further Education colleges and universities where our young people continue to thrive and become successful citizens and taxpayers.

Muntham House is a non-maintained boarding and day specialist school set up by the Ministry of Education in 1953 and has a long tradition of partnership working with all of the local authorities in the South and South East of England. We welcome the New Children and Families Act and the attendant SEND Code of Practice and in particular the new development of a Local Offer to Parents and others for the support of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

Please call us for free advice on any challenging behaviour you may be experiencing with your child.

Muntham House School, Barns Green, Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 0NJ Tel: 01403 730302 Email: office@muntham.org.uk Web: www.muntham.org.uk

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Useful numbers.

AGE UK General enquiries Visiting Services Pensions & benefits

Cut out this page and keep it by your phone.

01403 260560 01403 260560 01403 274495

www.ageuk.org.uk/horshamdistrict CHILDLINE

0800 1111

SAMARITANS 0845 790 9090 or 01403 276276 SOUTHERN WATER 0845 278 0845 TRAINS (National Rail Enquiries) 0845 748 4950

CENTRAL & SOUTH SUSSEX CITIZENS www.nationalrail.co.uk ADVICE 0344 477 1171 WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL www.cassca.org.uk 01243 777100 National consumer helpline (on behalf HIGHWAYS 01243 642105 of Trading Standards): 0345 404 0506 www.westsussex.gov.uk COMPASS BUSES

01903 690025

ELECTRICITY EMERGENCIES 0845 770 8090 ENVIRONMENT AGENCY FLOODLINE 0845 988 1188 GAS EMERGENCIES – SMELL GAS? 0800 111 999 HANDYVAN SERVICE

01403 215100

HORSHAM DISTRICT COUNCIL 01403 215100 NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE 0808 2000247 NHS (NON EMERGENCY) 111 (calls are free) PENSIONS SERVICE 0845 606 0265 POLICE NON EMERGENCIES 101 (calls cost 15p)

WEST SUSSEX SOCIAL SERVICES 01243 777100 NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH CO-ORDINATOR – David Trangmar bbhnhw@gmail.com BBC RADIO SUSSEX Phone-in : 08459 570057 Switchboard: 01273 320428 Email: sussexnews@bbc.co.uk

For recycling and waste collection dates go to the Horsham District Council website www.horsham.gov.uk/bins/ bin_calendars Check your contact details!

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Village Contacts.

Cut out this page and keep it by your phone.

1st Broadbridge Heath Beavers/Cubs/Scouts Paula Flack (GSL) 01403 791453 or paulaflack63@gmail.com 1st BBH Rainbows Sally Carver geordiecarver@aol.com

Kelly Brook Montessori Nursery School 01403 251221 Skylarks Pre-School

07825 603601

2nd BBH Brownies Jo Pratt jopratt2011@gmail.com

Kinderoo Parent & Toddler Group Meets on Thursday mornings at St Johns Church Hall

2nd BBH Guides and Rangers Sharon Newman bbhguides@gmail.com

Broadbridge Heath Village Social Club Phil Farrelly 01403 217177

St Johns Church office@stjohnsbbh.org.uk vicar@stjohnsbbh.org.uk Broadbridge Heath Parish Council Chairman – Mrs Viv Edwards 01403 240414 Clerk – Stephanie Mills 07716 130103 Broadbridge Heath District Councillor Matthew French 01403 730040 Broadbridge Heath Cricket Club 07740 101983

The Shelley Arms

01403 253406

Broadbridge Heath W.I. Gill Axby 01403 266525 Pauline Scott 01403 211704 Horsham & District Cats Protection: Report lost or found cat 01403 854464 Horsham Arun Badminton Club Ian Wood 01403 250337 Website: www.habc-badminton.com Citizens Advice consumer helpline 03454 04 05 06

Broadbridge Heath Football Club 01403 252273 Broadbridge Heath Tennis Club Ann Lines 01403 790503 Horsham District Indoor Bowls Club 01403 268346

Broadbridge Heath Stoolball Club (Ladies) Sally Booker 01403 260036 Shelley Primary School Administration Office 01403 271340 23

Karen

MacDonald

The Financial Fairy Godmother of Broadbridge Heath

Time to fix your mortgage rate?

There has recently been a lot of speculation about interest rates rising, so you might be wondering whether you should switch to a fixed rate mortgage.

It's a good time to look at the rates currently available, consider all the “what ifs” and work out the likelihood of each scenario.

For example, what if mortgage rates went up by 2%? What would the penalties be you moved again within 5 years?

If you have a mortgage already, ask what rates your current lender has to offer as well as looking at alternative lenders. Also, make sure you understand the cost of changing, including penalties, if any.

Mortgages are secured on a property, and your lender might not lend on the type of property you wish to purchase next. I would therefore be cautious and assume that any mortgage is not portable.

The rate you pay is not the only thing you need to look at. You also need to add all the costs into the equation. For example, there may be a mortgage arrangement fee and survey fees (some are included free).

When you compare your options, include all the upfront costs and work out the exact cost over the entire fixed period.

You also need to be aware that lenders have to make affordability tests under new regulations. This means that borrowing may be harder these days than it was in previous years.

Karen MacDonald is an Independent Financial Adviser with Monetary Solutions. For a free initial consultation call 01403 288078 email: karen@monetarysolutions.co.uk Website: ww.monetarysolutions.co.uk

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