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FINE SUSSEX & SURREY 2019 VOLUME II

2019 VOLUME II Focus on... Travel

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YOUR GARDEN THROUGH A DIFFERENT LENS

Horticulturist Tanya Wallis describes some of the thoughts and processes of a professional when assessing a garden for the first time.

18 A CHANCE TO ENJOY LOCAL SKIES This month, we’re featuring Clymping based artist, Susie Olford, whose passion is big, impressionist skies.

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30 THE BEST OF BORDEAUX

Highlighting some of our region’s best events, from the South of England show to Schubert’s ‘C major Quintet’ performed in Warnham’s deer park.

Travel writer Janine Marsh highlights some of the must sees and compelling reasons to visit the charming French city of Bordeaux.

20 A GOOD DIET

26 ARUNDEL CASTLE CRICKET

Karen Stanton of My Active Life explains the secret to planning and sticking to a healthy, nutritious diet.

22 LOSE YOURSELF AMONGST BEAUTIFUL THINGS

The team at The Packhouse tease us with the latest and sumptuous new interior design trends for 2019

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28 A LITTLE SLICE OF FRANCE The Chequers at Rowhook hosts a month long celebration of the best flavours, ingredients and recipes of France.

38 A DAY TRIP TO ARUNDEL

52 ATMOSPHERE AND LIGHT

A whistle top tour of the stunning and historic town of Arundel and a taste of the many reasons to visit.

A rare chance to enjoy the works of leading landscape artist John Hammond at his new exhibition.

50 PETWORTH PARK ANTIQUES

60 MOTORING MAGIC

From contemporary to classic, this unique auction of art and antiques includes a number of renowned local work and artists.

We take a sneak peek at some of the vehicles taking place in this year’s calendar of eclectic motoring events.

44 FOCUS ON FENG SHUI

48 SELLING YOUR HOME?

Expert Janine Lowe shows us how to use Feng Shui techniques in your garden.

Chartered tax advisor Stuart Ritchie explains the Capital Gains Tax implications of selling a property with substantial grounds and gardens.

46 THE IMPORTANCE OF DANCE

56 A TASTE OF AYURVEDI

Head of Dance at Hurst College, Nicola Dominy, explains the intrinsic importance of dance both to society as a whole and for future careers.

Vegan nutritionist Bella Patmore shares her recipe for creating a perfectly balanced, highly nutritious plant based meal that that aids gut health.

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A word from the W

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elcome to our early summer edition of Fine. With so many of us enjoying the great outdoors at this time of year, we’ve got lots to tempt you outside, whether that’s to get active or just to enjoy fine food and wine and the best our region has to offer.

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This month’s spotlight is on the beautiful and historic town of Arundel, which is always a pleasure to visit. From antiques and bookshops to the magnificent castle, some fantastic watering holes and the cathedral, wetlands and South Downs, there really is something for everyone in Arundel if you’re looking for a great day out or a weekend away. And talking of deliciously indulgent weekends away, this month travel writer and author of My Good Life France has been exploring the best of Bordeaux and we’ve teased you with a trip to the beautiful mountains of Austria.

For the green fingered amongst us, we’ve got tips for understanding a garden from Fine contributor and experienced horticulturist Tanya Wallis as well as tax advice for anyone with a more substantial garden and grounds who may be thinking of selling.

It wouldn’t be Fine, if we hadn’t also included a few culinary delights. We’re delighted that in June The Chequers at Rowhook will be hosting a celebration of French cuisine whilst the Three Crowns in Wisborough Green (in conjunction with the team here at Fine) are holding a “Ginboree” in July. Of course, we do like to keep things balanced so we’ve also got some great ideas from My Active Life to

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help you plan a healthy and balanced diet as well as a delicious and easy recipe from our vegan nutritionist Bella Patmore.

And finally, with so many fantastic events taking place in the coming months, we’ve got our usual In the Diary feature and a handpicked selection of art, sculpture and motoring events for you to peruse and enjoy. So, pull up a sun chair, pour yourself a chilled glass of wine, and enjoy. See you next time, if not out and about in our region.

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Understanding a

Garden

The View of a Garden through the Eye of a Horticulturist

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alking into a new garden brings with it a lot of excitement, but also apprehension and anticipation. As a horticulturist, all your senses are alert and focussed. Entering for the first time, you’re hit by an initial impression, a feeling that maybe you’ve discovered a hidden gem, a new project or a renovation and regeneration exercise.

Unearthing its past Many questions run through your mind.

What period does the property date

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from? Does the garden give an impression of formality with a great deal of structure, or maybe it incorporates significant soft planting generating a relaxed feel? Are there any focal points, specimen plants, structures that clearly stand out or pathways attracting you through to areas of the garden not immediately obvious?

What is the quantity, quality, variety and colour palette of plants currently present?

Has it been professionally designed or created ad hoc producing an anarchic collection of borders, built over time?

appear strong? Are the leaves a nice size and shape, a healthy colour and is there any indication that pests are weakening them? Are the flowers a desired size, in abundance or sparse? Are the assortment of plants and trees looking healthy or unwell? Are the plants appropriate for the situation or has the planting area been manipulated for the plants to flourish?

Does the garden work?

Prescribing simple remedies A final and crucial consideration has to be whether the garden is ecologically robust. Will it be necessary to improve and encourage biodiversity by recreating natural habitat? For example, this can include simply placing brash piles within corners of the garden, composting, sustainable planting schemes, or on a larger scale if appropriate, creating a meadow area, pond or planting a mixed hedgerow.

In my 20 years’ experience in horticulture, many gardens have looked beautiful on initial observation but behind the scenes there are problems and issues that sometimes may not initially be obvious.

An example of this is a common question asked by owners. Why does their tree, shrub or rose in a pot not flower and why hasn’t it grown much? On inspection they have usually been planted in multipurpose compost and never been fed. If our species were put in a situation where our environment was not conducive to growing and never fed, we would also appear malnourished and lethargic.

Understanding the present Meeting and considering the wishes of the stakeholder or custodian of the garden or estate is as important as the space you have been asked to assess and consult on. Do they want the borders standing to attention? Do they want more of a relaxed and natural composition or are they just finding all the associated effort of maintaining the existing beauty more of a noose around their necks?

Exploring its needs There are many environmental factors that need to be taken into account.

The garden’s aspect and location geographically. For example, is it within a designated area of outstanding natural beauty which may impose restrictions on a garden’s development or simply by the seaside, in an urban situation, open countryside or in a woodland setting?

Then there is the significant question of the soil type: sand, clay, silt or beautiful

loam, all of which may dictate how ambitious any future enhancement can be.

Reading the signs The weeds in the ground are a good indicator of the fertility and structure of the soil. For example, nettles grow in fertile soil, creeping buttercup indicate damp soil, while an abundance of perennial weeds might suggest irregular maintenance and management.

Have the borders been cultivated or been left to their own devices? Are there any plants in the garden to assist with identifying the PH of the soil? Pink Hydrangea flowers are a good indicator that the soil is alkaline and if the flowers are blue then the soil is more acidic.

A garden detective Whilst exploring billowing herbaceous or structured shrub borders the senses do some detective work. Do the plants

Planning the future A skilled horticulturalist will read the garden’s health and will have a three-year pruning, feeding, prevention of pest and disease programme in their head. They will also be able to plan enhancements to a garden appropriate to conditions and season. This will be an approach that many amateur and leisure gardeners are unfamiliar with.

But whenever I visit a new garden, the principal question I want to address is how can we nurture this garden to bloom and grow to its full potential?

So, the next time you visit a garden I hope you will start to look at it a different way, using your own detective skills, learning, questioning and even experimenting in a quest to bring out its best.

Tanya Wallis is a highly experienced professional horticulturist and Gardens Manager at Lady Penelope Gardens.

They specialise in fine, traditional horticulture and consultancy for country gardens and estates, with a passion for garden development and ecological design.

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Our friendly, professional Veronika team is always on hand to ensure that your holiday on the snowy Seefeld Plateau will be a truly memorable one.

The Kirchmair Family and the Veronika Team HOTEL FACILITIES Spa, Pool and Fitness Areas In addition to our indoor pool with its counter-current system, built-in whirlpool and relaxation area, sauna and gym, our hotel also has a well-appointed wellness centre. We offer an extensive range of massages which can alleviate muscular tension, stress and improve your mood.

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Comprehensive safety voncept and state-of-the-art technology The entire network of e-bike trails and routes in the Olympiaregion Seefeld and the e-bike technology available have been established in line with, and tailored to, a comprehensive safety concept.

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Enjoy this booming sport to the full on our sunny mountainplateau The e-bike trend is showing no signs of slowing down and is enjoying growing popularity not only with older people but also with young outdoor fans. E-bikes not only help you to conquer steeper, more demanding sections; they also enable cyclists to undertake longer, more challenging tours without overstraining themselves. E-bikers can choose from several different modes depending on the route they have selected, thus ensuring enjoyable cycling experiences from the word go. Thanks to its comprehensive e-bike concept, the Olympiaregion

Seefeld offers a full-range service with top e-biking conditions, ideal preparation for novice bikers and state-of-theart technology ensuring you enjoy an unparalleled sense of freedom and ease during your e-biking trips in the heart of the Tyrolean Alps.

Biking with electrical assistance has been a real ‘in’ sport in the Alps for several years and bikes with battery packs are now ten a penny. If you think that e-bikes are only for unfit or older people, think again!

With hipper-than-hip e-bike models and cutting-edge technology, e-bikes are ideal for riding in difficult terrain and for downhill biking too. The rather fusty, old-fashioned image of e-biking has changed to a dynamic form of mobility for young and old alike. With a little electric assistance you can discover the Olympiaregion Seefeld from a fantastic new perspective.

You don’t necessarily have to be extra athletic and stamina-laden to enjoy this popular sport. You do, however, need to be in relatively good physical shape because, despite motor assistance, e-biking does make demands on certain muscle groups and it increases your pulse rate. But thanks to the various modes ‘eco’, ‘tour’, ‘sport’ and ‘turbo’- the e-bike power levels can be altered to suit the route and terrain. This even enables you to conquer steep sections with ease so that you can take in the breathtaking views of the majestic mountain scenery here in the Olympiaregion Seefeld. So, have we whetted your appetite? Do you fancy trying your hand at e-biking? If so, simply rent a top-of-the-range Cube e-bike from one of the local rental outlets and let your e-biking adventures begin.

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In the

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5th - 6th May, South of England Showground in Ardingly, West Sussex Spring Live! celebrates the best of country living. Spring Live includes traditional activities such as maypole dancing, a mini-sheep show, demonstrations in the indoor Gardening Theatre and the artisan food hall with local wines, cheeses, meats and more. There’s also a new street food market with a vast array of cuisines to savour from Indian dishes to freshlycooked crepes and a superb variety of independent and country-inspired clothes, crafts, home accessories and gardening supplies. On the main stage live entertainment will be performed throughout the weekend by talented local artists. www.seas.org.uk/spring-live/

WEST DEAN ARTS AND CRAFT FESTIVAL 31st May – 2nd June 10am -5pm Get hands on with drop in workshops and classes, see live demos, buy unique crafted items, see the work of emerging artists and step inside the historic house. Tickets on sale from the w/c Feb 18th. www.westdean.org.uk/events/west-dean-arts-and-craft-festival

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SHADOWLANDS, CHICHESTER FESTIVAL THEATRE 26th April – 25th May William Nicholson’s much loved play: celebrated writer C.S.Lewis splits his time between an ordered domestic routine at home with his brother, Warnie, and the academic rigour of his dispassionate, all male Oxford college. His evenings are spent replying to his many correspondents. One stands out: vivid, expressive, New York poet Joy Gresham. When she arrives in England with her young son, Douglas, everything Lewis believed to be true about life and love is thrown into question. And a relationship begins which will take them both to the extremities of pain and joy. Starring Hugh Bonneville.

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EXCLUSIVE ARTIST RETREATS AT THE RSPB’S PULBOROUGH BROOKS, WEST SUSSEX Friday 14th – 16th June Featuring sessions with acclaimed landscape photographer, John Dominick, these creative breaks also offer a rare chance to explore behind the scenes at the RSPB Pulborough Brooks nature reserve, situated in the stunning South Downs National Park and include a choice of photography, drawing and printmaking.

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VANN FEST FAMILY FESTIVAL, DORKING 7th - 9th June Set in the Surrey Hills, Vann Fest is a grass roots, family music festival with locally sourced food, drink and talent; workshops for children and adults of all ages, live music, comedy, and free camping all in aid of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. www.vannfest.co.uk/

THE SOUTH OF ENGLAND SHOW, ARDINGLY 6th -8th June The ultimate countryside gathering celebrating everything that is great about countryside living. The three-day event includes the best of British agriculture, horticulture, animal husbandry and equestrianism with multiple displays and competitions throughout the programme. This year the show will also host its first ever Wine Walk as well as the usual artisan and street food markets and 400+ stalls selling a variety of homeware, seasonal plants and gardening equipment, fashion, gifts, and more.

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Capturing beautiful skies Local artist Susie Olford is all about warm colour sand big skies

... her focus and passion is on capturing the many shades of light and warmth of the Sussex coastline.

Top left to bottom right: Beyond the Sea Swaying Fields Raindrops Keep Falling Surely to the Sea

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ocal artist Susie Olford is coming out of hibernation. Winter, for Susie, is always a time for sorting oil and acrylic paint stocks, framing and planning her Spring and Summer Exhibitions. But now that the warmer days are here, her focus and passion is on capturing the many shades of light and warmth of the Sussex coastline.

Her painting style is relaxed and varies in range from cool, soft-blended oils, to more vibrant acrylics. It is impressionist in style with moods of land, sea and weather, but never sad moods. It’s Susie’s skies that often attract viewers to her work. They are lively and expressionist, varying in style and often a celebration of colour - skies that we dream about.

Rather than confine herself to a studio, Susie moves her easel depending on the weather and light and she paints in a variety of sizes. As she lives close to the sea in Clymping, the coastline is often in her paintings, but landscapes feature too.

Susie’s work will be showing in the Regis Trail as part of the Open Studios (covering a radius around Chichester) between the 4th to the 6th May, and 11th to the 12th May 2019. Susie’s venue is a spacious, light filled barn in Flansham.

After that, she heads to the warmer climes of the Charente region of France before returning in August to exhibit at the Arundel Gallery Trail, her venue being the Arundel Library. Susie has been lucky to exhibit in the Library foyer for several years now and describes it as “A wonderful Art Trail at which I’m honoured to exhibit”.

You can contact Susie at smoart@btinternet.com For details of the Regis Trail visit: www.chichesterarttrail.com and for the Arundel Gallery Trail visit: www.arundelgallerytrail.co.uk

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A Fine approach

to healthy eating…

The real secret to the perfect and long-lasting diet!

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o here we are, bluebells filling the woods and longer, warmer days finally with us. For many, the start of the year may have brought ambitious resolutions to make drastic and challenging changes in the interest of eliciting change to health and fitness, to ‘spring into spring’ and ‘wow the world’ with a summer bikini body.

Restrictive or specialised ‘diets’ will probably have featured highly in the list of activities and for many, by now these are merely a distant memory. Call me defeatist, but I think that can only be a good thing! I hold a vain hope that the message about planned and balanced eating will at some point take hold and the ‘drink a shake to be size 8’ mantras will really be so last year.

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Unfortunately, many still struggle with the concept of simple balanced eating.

But – why?

What is a good diet?

I guess the problem is that for a good diet, healthy and balanced eating requires the one thing that we’re all chronically short of. And that my friends is the gift of time. Surely the issue is money I hear you roar in the background, isn’t quality food expensive? Well, yes, it is but it doesn’t HAVE to be with a bit of thought and research.

It is really dangerous to think about food intake in purely calorific terms. Food is fuel, yes – but we really are what we eat. Our bodies are continually renewed, bones grow, muscles repair themselves and

move us on demand. Cognitive function is stimulated, and our major organs need a range of minerals to do their unique and demanding jobs.

A good diet is one that has been planned to include appropriate amounts of the macro and micro nutrients– so basically protein, carbohydrate fibre and fat containing the full range of vitamins and minerals.

What should go on the plate then?

Well the first thing is the key word in the question. Plate. If you think in terms of ONLY consuming foods which require a porcelain receptacle of some kind you are already halfway to winning the battle. And the things that should go on that plate include: •

A range of foods which are purchased whole, prepared and often cooked.

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A range of colours – green to orange to purple and red.

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Dairy in all its forms.

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Meat perhaps and a portion or two of oily fish.

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Occasional energy dense foods for the busy such as wholemeal pasta or potatoes.

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Seeds, nuts, fruit, salad and vegetables, vegetables and…vegetables.

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Wash it all down with a glass of water or two and hey presto you’re winning!

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Things from plastic wrappers you can eat standing up.

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The point above but add sitting down.

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Things between meals.

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Things with red nutritional warning signs.

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Things with multiple ingredients on the content list.

So you see. Time is the thing. Time to think about all this. Plan a menu, choose the meals, make a list, buy it, prepare it, clear up, freeze it, defrost it, cook it, serve it, sit at a table and eat it with a knife, fork and/or a spoon, wash up.

Food is fuel, yes – but we really are what we eat.

A bit of food for thought?

If you’re planning to make some changes and would like support or advice Karen can be contacted email: karen.stanton@myactivelife.co or visit the website for more details: www.MyActiveLife.co

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Beautiful

Interiors

The Team at the Packhouse share insights into what’s in and what’s out this year

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espite the popular prediction that coral will be THE new colour story for 2019, it hasn’t made a major appearance in store for us. Our customers still love the pastels, with pale pink and pale grey as popular as ever, as well as strong jewel colours for everything from earrings to lampshades to soft furnishings.

Escape to France Perhaps the most exciting news for us is the introduction of “The Chateau by Angel Strawbridge” range of wallpapers, cushions and throws. It really is as beautiful, inspiring and sumptuous as you would expect, if you’re as much of a fan of TV’s ‘Escape to the Chateau’ as we are! We’re so thrilled to become stockists after meeting the lovely Angel earlier in the year.

Funky and chunky Our new range of kitchenware for spring/ summer will feature ceramic lined wooden serving bowls and platters with a nautical theme – bright, funky and chunky, and very on trend!

Going for gold For accessories and lighting rose gold is less prominent this year but bronzy golds and gold golds (is that even a thing?) are definitely on everyone’s wish list: we even have gilded waxes available in our Annie Sloan range to give a metallic sheen to chalk painted surfaces.

Chalking it up to experience Talking of Annie Sloan, we’re an authorised stockist with a full range of chalk paint colours, waxes, brushes, rollers and design books. We’re looking to expand our range with wall paint and fabric too. Our lovely visual merchandising team are trained to advise our customers how to get the

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best out of the range and can encourage beginners by explaining just how easy it is to get great results with very little effort, no sandpaper required for preparation meaning less mess! Chalk paint renovation is still a great way to refresh and revive pieces you love in a quick and economical way.

Hot botanicals Botanicals are hot news – we do faux succulents and plants in every size and pot design for no maintenance splashes of colour and freshness in any room! Ditto with faux flowers – hydrangeas, roses and peonies to make a statement and lift an otherwise plain room setting. Our latest range of African animal masks blend right in with the abundance of greenery and natural wood in store.

Rich velvets and reclaimed wood Velvets are everywhere – rich olives and ochres on lampshades and our everpopular large feather cushions in every conceivable colour with a choice of plain or contrasting piping.

The industrial trend continues with metal and wood tables, but not the full on stark industrial look of last year. We now stock more bare and reclaimed wood, as well as our fair share of vintage and painted furniture.

An inspirational mix Our room settings are blended; we mix Moroccan style pieces with more modern chairs and throws. Stone and metal rustic lamp bases are matched with smart lampshades to give texture. Retro look large round basket weave shades are coming in to give a light and summery feature for ceilings.

Adding a touch of drama Wall décor is ever popular, but not just prints. Colourful and bright metallic installation pieces can add drama and interest to that difficult wall space.

Window mirrors are another big story for us this year. They’re such a clever way to add another dimension to a room, giving the illusion of a window, reflecting light.

We have them in grey, black and white and in a variety of shapes and sizes.

The new indoors outside We’re very excited to be unpacking all our new outdoor soft furnishings – luxurious and generously padded cushions in bright spring colours. You won’t believe they can go outside but scatter at will – they’re showerproof! All our brand-new garden furniture will be landing any day: this year we’ve moved away from wood to metal, with a mix of tables with 2 or 4 chair combinations in both intricate and modern designs. Our customers still love our premium range of terracotta pots and large urns – we don’t think they’ll ever go out of fashion. Large metal gazebos and arches in various colours will also form part of our standard range for summer 2019, together with all year round firepits with barbeque racks.

Bee kind Lastly, ‘Wellness’ products are our latest success story. Our customers want ethically sourced and safe products. We offer lovely aromatherapy oils, mists, vapour diffusers, car diffusers and even a necklace diffuser so the benefits from the special oil blends (relax, revitalise, sleep and balance) last all day. Traditional soap is also very popular and reduces the use of plastic packaging. Try our Beebombs too – wildflower seed balls to attract precious bees to your garden!

At The Packhouse we like to think of ourselves as a bit of a destination venue free parking, carry to car service and our fabulous onsite restaurant Bears of course.

We’re home to original, quirky pieces you won’t find elsewhere. Visit us at www.packhouse.com/

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d iscovered river cruising back in 2017.

We boarded our ship in Vienna and sailed along the Danube for 7 nights, finishing with 2 nights in Prague. It was a wonderful experience. The landscape is constantly changing, as you sail past towns, castles on hilltops, small villages and wonderful countryside. Passau was a firm favourite town on this cruise. Here you can spend your day exploring charming cobblestone streets and enjoying an organ concert before sampling traditional Bavarian beer.

River cruise ships are smaller than their ocean counterparts, the ship I was on carried just 130 guests. The accommodation ranged from standard cabins to loft cabins and suites. We had a loft cabin which afforded great views, and separate sleeping space. I would most certainly recommend it.

River cruises tend to dock in a new town every day. Excursions are organised for each destination, but you can always do your own thing if you prefer. There is something for everyone to enjoy. From wine tastings, to gastronomy or classical music. You can hop off to enjoy local

restaurants in the evening or stay onboard to enjoy the fabulous food served on ship.

The Danube and the Seine top the list for European river cruises, however more exotic locations are becoming sought after too, such as the Mekong or the Yangtse, and my personal favourite, yet to be “ticked-off” my bucket list – The Nile.

Asia is becoming more and more popular as a river cruise destination. The Mekong passes through 6 countries with exotic landscapes of immense natural beauty, connecting cities and ancient civilisations.

From Vietnam with its vibrant history to the spiritual Cambodia. You can visit floating markets, see colourful wildlife and enjoy cooking demonstrations and meet local people. Where else could you take a walk to a hill top pagoda and monastery and meet the resident novice monks and receive a blessing. Then finish off your day with a cocktail on the sundeck of your river cruise ship against the backdrop of Phnom Penh’s lights.

Now to plan my next river cruise……

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The Power of Cricket

The Arundel Castle Cricket Foundation supports disadvantaged youngsters in ways that can aid health, behaviour and confidence, as well as providing new experiences and memories

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he Arundel Castle Cricket Foundation has, for 33 years, been giving disadvantaged young people from inner city areas and children with a wide variety of special needs, new horizons and a sense of self-worth.

Thousands of youngsters have benefited from the Foundation’s activities and, although it is difficult to measure success, teachers and carers tell us that behaviour in the class-room has improved, health issues have become easier to tackle and confidence has been boosted. Our aim has always been to focus on what the young can do and not those things that are beyond their reach.

Some of the children return home to join youth groups and cricket clubs but, for the majority, cricket is simply the medium with which we are able to introduce the youngsters to the fun of ball games, teamwork and developing friendships.

We have excellent facilities at Arundel,

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a magnificent ground, a well-equipped indoor school and expert coaches. Plus, of course, we have time to give these young people the care and attention they deserve. Add to the mix, trips to Arundel Castle and its gardens, the seaside at Littlehampton and the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, and it is not surprising that many come back year after year. A chance to spend a night away from home, to play on grass, to collect shells or paddle in the sea, these are precious experiences for so many children.

If you would like to learn more, do visit our website www.arundelcastlecricketfoundation. co.uk or, alternatively, contact the office 01903 882602 / info@ arundelcastlecricket.co.uk.

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A celebration of

French cuisine

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hen it comes to fine dining, French cuisine and cooking methods are at the heart of most dishes. And never more so than at The Chequers of Rowhook, where owner and award-winning chef, Tim Neal, believes in taking inspiration from the French greats and adding his own unique interpretation with local ingredients and methods. The result is a menu that is refined and elegant, and which reflects France’s culinary influence but still includes the great flavours of Sussex.

Join us for a journey through France This June, The Chequers is hosting a month-long celebration of French cuisine, with flavours and dishes inspired by the gastronomically great regions of Normandy, the Dordogne and the south.

During June, our menu will include dishes inspired by this region, famous for its expansive beaches and coastline and its rich historical past.

The many recipes of France tell the story of their respective regions and of a different way of life. They reflect a region’s landscape, past and personality as well as showcasing many of the traditional and new methods of some of the best of French chefs like Escoffier.

Normandy – haute cuisine heaven During June, our menu will include dishes inspired by this region, famous for its expansive beaches and coastline and its rich historical past.

Oysters, scallops, prawns and Fruit de Mer are a staple part of the Normandy diet but equally well known is the Normandy cattle which produces milk for the region’s four AOC cheeses: Camembert, Pontl’Evêque, Livarot and Neufchâtel, as well as a number of other dairy products such as the creamy beurre d’Isigny.

Normandy is also home of the wholesome salt marsh lamb which often appears as a main dish. And of course, you can’t think of Normandy cuisine without thinking of its orchards, farm-produced cider and the area’s signature drink, Calvados. Perfect for washing down a Normandy apple tart.

The delightful Dordogne Quintessentially French, with its undulating landscape, meadows and vineyards and its ancient villages and rivers, no celebration of French cuisine would be complete without more than a nod to the ingredients, produce and recipes of the Dordogne.

Earthy, rich and sensational, regional legends include duck, goose and black truffles, producing Confit de Canard and Paté de Foie Gras. Goats cheese and walnuts are also famous along with many cheeses and hams.

The bright and colourful flavours of Southern France From the hills of the Auvergne to the cobbled streets and bistros of Lyon, the vast and diverse area of the south of France provide a smorgasbord of culinary inspiration. Wild trout and salmon, cheeses of all descriptions and an almost endless supply of different wines.

Specialities in the south of course include the Bouillabaisse of Marseille and Provence, the Pissaladière (a tart of anchovy, onion, tomato and olive) from Nice, Beef Daube and Tarte au Citron.

Our celebration of France will include a menu that offers a choice of three dishes each inspired by these three regions. Working with Hennings Wine of Pulborough, we’ll also be pairing our menu with some of the best French wines.

With the promise of our sunny terrace, lawns and long lingering evenings, our aim is to capture the essence of France in the flavours of Sussex. We’d be delighted if you’d help us to celebrate the very best of French cuisine.

Call now to book:The Chequers Inn 01403 790480 Rowhook Road, Horsham, RH12 3PY www.thechequersrowhook.com

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A visit to

Bordeaux

Some say Bordeaux is a bit like a smaller Paris. But apart from the fact that it’s a city, I think Bordeaux is completely unlike the French capital - in a good way. Don’t get me wrong, I love Paris, but Bordeaux is very different.

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t’s smaller, sunnier, the architecture is mellow: neoclassical masterpieces span three centuries which gives a coherence and consistency to the overall look - as well as a UNESCO listing. It’s home to the most wonderful wine bars, surrounded by the most amazing vineyards. There are far less cars, thanks to a tram system and Mayor Alain Juppé’s support for promoting cycling. It’s cosmopolitan and has a happy and relaxed vibe.

Finding your way round Bordeaux’s tram service is terrific.

Easy to use, cheap and efficient. And, if you arrive by train, you can hop on a tram right outside the station (use the ticket machines or buy a book of tickets (carnet), in the Relay shop in the station).

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The Roman legacy The Romans called the city Burdigala and there are remains of their presence, from the ruins of an amphitheatre known locally as ‘Le Palais Gallien’ to towers hidden inside buildings. They started off importing wine from Italy and Spain but in 1AD, the Romans began planting a grape species called Biturica, the ancestor of Cabernet Franc.

price of “2 Euros a glass” can cause visitors to break out in smiles.

Maison Gobineau You can’t walk more than a few steps in the city without reminders of that monumental decision the Romans took - there are wine bars everywhere. It’s hard knowing which one to choose but the locals say, “Maison Gobineau is magnifique”. Inside stained glass windows, an Aubusson tapestry behind the bar, rack upon rack of bottles and a very long wine list menu on which the

Must-sees In the 18th century, rich city merchants erected fabulous buildings in the neoclassical style. Today they contribute to Bordeaux’s status as a UNESCO world heritage centre. All around you, the magnificent architecture is truly impressive. The Opera National de Bordeaux is a veritable landmark in a city of landmarks.

The barman will throw in a potted history of Bordeaux wines for free. Did you know that there are about 9000 wine makers in the region and each make an average of 2-3 varieties? If you only go to one wine bar (which would be tough on you) go to this one, it’s terrific.

Miroir d’Eau, a water sculpture in front of the impressive Place de la Bourse draws people day and night to marvel at and enjoy it, kids splash in the water and cool down in the misty spray.

The great door or the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris was modelled on the doors of the 11th century Cathedral of Bordeaux.

Here Eleanor of Aquitaine married Louis VII in 1137. In the 14th century, Bordeaux’s Archbishop became Pope Clement V and moved the seat of Papal rule from Rome to Avignon.

UNESCO listed churches on the Camino de Santiago You’ll see little brass floor plates as you walk through the city indicating that you’re on the Way of St James (Camino de Santiago). There are 3 UNESCO listed churches on the route.

Don’t miss the magnificent Cité du Vin, a superb wine museum with innovative displays, high tech marvels, a most fabulous wine tasting area with panoramic views over the city. The superb wine store and gift shop are also terrific.

There are several markets in Bordeaux but if flea markets are your thing, the weekly Puces de St Michel will thrill with its vintage, antiques, books and more (Sunday morning).

When your legs are weary from walking the streets of this wonderful city, just hop on a boat and take a tour to admire Bordeaux from its river, said to be one of the cleanest in Europe.

Eating out in Bordeaux City With more than 3,000 restaurants it’s not easy to know which are the best but these names crop up from locals’ recommendations time and time again: Locals lunch: Le Petit Commerce: traditional, friendly, great menu and full of French people in the know. 22 Rue Parlement Saint-Pierre Locals love: Braderie Bordelaise: “a taste of Bordeaux” is how the locals described it. If you’re a steak frites fan, you will never taste better than here.

Locals new love: Seven at Cité du Vin: the 7th floor restaurant at the wine museum has a fabulous menu, brilliant wine list and absolutely stunning view over the city. It’s open for lunch, dinner, afternoon tea and any time for a glass of wine! www.bordeaux-tourisme.com: Stop here first for a map, to book tours and find out what’s on.

Take the fast train from Paris to Bordeaux and arrive in just over two hours.

Janine Marsh is the author of My Good Life in France (available from Amazon) and editor of www.thegoodlifefrance.com

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Summer at The Chequers

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ong, warm summer nights, sitting outside on the terrace with a cool glass of wine. Lingering over an elegant meal with friends. A wholesome lunch in the shade of the vines after a long walk through the woods. All prepared with the best seasonal produce and washed down with fine wine. That’s what summer at The Chequers is all about.

A unique dining experience Chef Proprietor, Tim Neal, was formerly head chef at South Lodge (where he earned the Camellia restaurant three AA Rosettes) and is a Master Chef of Great Britain. His vision is to continue to create enticing, flavourful dishes that offer the exceptional quality of a country house hotel, served in a less formal atmosphere.

The Chequers itself is in a beautiful Sussex building dating back to the 15th century which combines all the traditional feel of stone floors and a warm fire, with the light and airy space of its contemporary restaurant and sunny front and back terraces and gardens.

All freshly prepared We grow much of our fruit and vegetables in our own gardens, and source as many of our other ingredients as locally as possible.

More importantly, we understand the pleasure, importance and luxury of fine food and the time and space to enjoy it.

Every dish is freshly-prepared in our country kitchen and we offer a fine dining menu as well as lighter dishes served in our bar area. We also offer a selection of fantastic wines. Wines on our list suit every budget and they're sourced from all over the globe, from vineyards in Sussex to France, Italy and the New World. In the bar, there's also a diverse range of local ales.

The Chequers is in the AA, Michelin and Master Chefs of Great Britain guides. We have two restaurants, plenty of seating and parking.

Call now to book:The Chequers Inn 01403 790480 Rowhook Road, Horsham, RH12 3PY www.thechequersrowhook.com

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Surrey Hills Sculpture Garden

Explore Surrey Hills Celebrating local landscapes & artists

Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a fantastic area to explore, offering stunning landscapes, vibrant market towns and idyllic villages. A range of exciting events, outdoor activities, tastings and courses offer a great way to explore this special area.

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he Surrey Hills Sculpture Garden and Arts Festival opens again in May for a month-long celebration of Surrey Hills showcasing local sculptors and artists and the enjoyment of experiencing art within a natural setting.

Staged by Surrey Hills Enterprises in partnership with the Surrey Sculpture Society, the event features one of the largest ephemeral Sculpture Trails in Surrey. Over 160 new sculptures from talented artists are set within the beautiful Birtley Estate landscape of woodlands, meadows and lakeside. Inspired by the Surrey Hills, the renowned glass artist Adam Aaronson will be the feature artist.

Using traditional techniques Adam creates unique stunning pieces and runs glass blowing courses at his studio in West Horsley.

The event makes a great day out for all the family in beautiful surroundings with inspiring sculptures, woodland trail and lakeside walk. A marquee located on the lakeside meadow holds an indoor exhibition and cafe and provides a base for visitors during the day. An exciting range of demonstrations, workshops and courses for children and adults can be combined with visits.

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Surrey Hills Food & Drink Festival Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th September 2019 A fantastic Festival in the stunning grounds of Denbies Wine estate in the centre of the Surrey Hills.

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Surrey Hills Challenge – Sunday 22nd September 2019 - a walking and running event inspiring people of all ages and abilities to run or walk the Surrey Hills. Organised by Rutland Management Ltd

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Surrey Hills Wood Fair – Cranleigh – Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th October 2019 Celebrating all that’s Good about Wood in the beautiful setting of woodland and meadows with lots of hands on activities

The Arts Festival weekend - Sat 25th, Sun 26th and Monday 27th May Located within the Surrey Hills Sculpture Garden, artist Ruth Wheeler will be joined by local artisans to showcase wood sculpting, pyrography, life drawing, printing, children’s art, yoga, willow weaving and lots more.

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Birtley Estate, Bramley Guildford, Surrey GU5 OLB Open 10am - 4.30pm £7 on-line in advance, or £8 on the day Children under 12 - free Free parking Cream teas and light refreshments are available on site or visitors can bring their own picnic.

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The Trade Mark Surrey Hills is a new accreditation and a Mark of local provenance and quality. The Award promotes the best of what Surrey has to offer and celebrates those businesses of high quality that reflect and support the distinct and special nature of the Surrey Hills.

Combine with a craft workshop or demonstration Ticket entitles you to visit as often as you like and you don’t have to specify the day.

Find out more and book ahead www.surreyhills.org Tickets also available from Guildford Tourist Information Centre 01483 444334 155 High Street, Guildford GU1 3AJ www.tickets.visitguildford.com

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Ewbank’s are the largest independent auctioneers in Surrey, having been at the current premises The Burnt Common Auction Rooms, near Ripley, for 25 years. There are auctions throughout the year covering all manner of specialisms from Antiques, Fine Art and Clocks to Memorabilia and Vintage Fashion. Ewbank’s also offer valuations for probate and insurance purposes. As a family run business Ewbank’s are committed to the highest standards of ethics and care for our clients, you can bid live at all of our auctions on our website. www.ewbankauctions.co.uk valuations@ewbankauctions.co.uk

HANDPICKED FOR DORKING Handpicked for Dorking are proud to be collaborating with Clandon Wood this year as a new venture.

Visitors can experience the tranquillity of the venue and meet local businesses at a ceremony showcase in April, and Open days in June and September.

You can find out more about these free events and more at www.handpickedfordorking.life/events www.handpickedfordorking.life handpickedfordorking@mail.com

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Old but still treasured items of furniture are transformed by hand into distinctive and highly desirable one-off pieces. Nicola combines her passion and training in traditional upholstery techniques with her love of restoration. Alongside her current furniture collection, Nicola also takes commissions.

To find out more contact: nicola@nicolaanstey.co.uk 07711 183283 mobile 01306 731328 landline www.nicolaanstey.co.uk

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Evocative

Arundel

As you travel south to Arundel, the busy Sussex countryside starts to give way to something different. The grandeur and sweeping views of the South Downs seem to herald in a time gone by, while water meadows and walled parklands speak of a different way of living.

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The town Arundel is presided over by two grand dames: the magnificent medieval castle and stately home, and the 19th century cathedral, both keeping a watchful eye on the town which bustles with life around its many listed and period buildings.

There are numerous tunnels and cellars under the High Street and Tarrant Street, although none leading into or out of the castle grounds…as far as they know! The town hall has high vaulted ceilings and gothic archways and the old town jailhouse is now a notorious “ghost experience”.

But however familiar you are with Arundel’s splendour, the unexpected magnificence of the castle as you round the bend at the top of the High Street never fails to elicit a quiet gasp.

Arundel even has its own saint, St Philip Howard, whose Tudor bones are enshrined within the cathedral and of course, its own coat of arms, with three black martlets or heraldic swallows on a silver shield.

Mixture fortunes Although there are traces of the early Romans here, Arundel really grew and evolved as a Saxon town.

With a flourishing market and port, it unsurprisingly appears in the Domesday.

Over the centuries, the town has had mixed fortunes. During the English Civil War Arundel Castle changed hands three times and by the late 18th century the town was run down and poor. But, not to be kept down, Arundel was flourishing once more by the early 19th century with two thriving breweries and a timber trade.

In fact, the port here didn’t finally close until the early 20th century.

A potter through the streets Steep, ancient and twisting, Arundel is now home to bookshops, bric-a-brac, tea rooms, antiques and art. There’s architecture of all ages with a large proportion of buildings being either listed or of historic interest. On a sunny, late spring day, it’s busy and yet feels hushed and calm, with the occasional cry of a seagull.

And as you build up an appetite as you stroll around, you find yourself torn between Roly’s Fudge Pantry, Belinda’s 16th Century Restaurant, the Jam Gallery (sadly lacking in jam) and the delightfully named Tea and Biscuit Club!

Arundel castle The castle itself dates back to 1067, and it still has a number of original features including a Norman Keep and a medieval gatehouse. It’s been owned by the family of the Duke of Norfolk for over 800 years and much of the house was rebuilt by them between the 1870s and 90s - in magnificent Gothic style.

Although it’s only open between April and October, it’s a visit not to be missed. You can climb the turret, enjoy works of art by the likes of Gainsborough and Van Dyke and take in the sumptuous gardens.

Arundel Cathedral The cathedral was commissioned by the fifteenth Duke of Norfolk in 1868. The architect, Joseph Hansom, who designed

many other religious and secular buildings, is best known for inventing the Hansom Cab. You pass the cathedral on your way into the town from the north, but some of the best views of it are from the bypass below.

Arundel Wetland Centre and the Black Rabbit You’re not short of beautiful countryside to explore in this part of the world, with the South Downs at your fingertips. The River Arun runs through the town and just a 10-minute walk along its banks brings you to the Arundel Wetland Centre. Here you can enjoy boat safaris, walks along the reed bed boardwalk and views of an array of wildlife.

Keep walking another 10 minutes and you come to the Black Rabbit with its bistro style tables spilling out onto the banks of the river, with the castle’s silhouette shimmering romantically in the distance.

Fiesta Arundel has an exciting calendar of events throughout the year which includes the Arundel Arts Festival, Arundel Food Festival, Arundel Cathedral’s Feast of Corpus Christi and magnificent Carpet of Flowers all of which are worth every minute.

Arundel manages to feel like it’s a little off the beaten track and caught in its own time. Yet it still has a vibrant community and so much to offer and see. So, if you find yourself looking for a cultural and diverse day out, you could do a lot worse than by starting here.

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Consultant Janine Lowe explains how to enhance your garden with Feng Shui

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eng Shui is best practised outside in the environment where it has more impact than inside the house and where the dynamics are more versatile.

So now spring is here, and summer is on its way, let’s get your garden all Feng Shuied to ensure you gain the best chi.

Enhance your chi This year, the north 0 degrees of the garden is where your career is, as well as new beginnings. It’s also where the wealth chi resides. To take advantage of this, place a pond or water feature here to activate and enhance the chi. When planting flowers use white and blue, for example, forget me knots or something similar.

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Tapping into the masculine energy of your home 330 degrees north west is where you find and can tap into your helpful people and it’s also where the father of the house

resides, or in other words, the masculine energy.

To make this area really strong, place metal balls or abstract art here. Flowers should be pinks and yellows such as roses.

Invite good fortune If possible, place your BBQ either at 180 degrees south or 90 degrees east where the good fortune chi resides. This is also a great place to keep wood stores this year.

In the east try placing a water feature to enhance the good fortune chi. And south west is where the female energy resides.

270 degrees west is party time, so turn the music up in this area! And at the other end of the scale, keep the north east and south west quiet this year, so no building if possible.

Finally, a good tip for borders is to make them wavy rather than straight, although this might be hard for the OCD gardener!

Understanding the value of dance in nurturing young people’s creativity

Nicola Dominy, Head of Dance at Hurst College, tells Fine Sussex how dance also helps to promote physical wellbeing and provide insight into the wider world “Those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music,” Frederick Nietzsche

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n modern Western culture it is perhaps true that for the majority of people the art of dance does not necessarily form a fundamental part of their daily experience. For those who are more estranged from this most ancient of human practices it is easy to believe how the role and importance of dance in our society is often regarded as irrelevant, elitist or frivolous. However, in the words of Sir Ken Robinson, British author, speaker and international advisor on education in the arts to government: “dance is not some esoteric, purely professional activity, it is deep in the

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heart of human culture. Dance is a feature of every culture everywhere throughout history; it covers multiple genres, multiple styles, it’s constantly evolving, it’s constantly digging deep into its roots and traditions, it’s professional, it’s recreational, it’s sacred, it covers every form of social purpose,” (Robinson, The Cohan Lecture, 2016). To dismiss the importance of dance therefore is to dismiss what it means to be human.

Understanding its value in nurturing young people’s creativity, promoting mental and physical wellbeing and providing insight into the wider world, Hurst College offers

dance as a compulsory subject in Year 9.

Both boys and girls, regardless of previous experience, participate in one lesson per fortnight throughout the academic year with the option of furthering their experience by undertaking GCSE or A-level, the former of which has a majority cohort of boys. Initially, some Year 9s arrive already familiar with the studio environment whilst others may never have danced before. Some already possess a love and passion for dance whilst others may harbour prejudices and anxieties about feeling vulnerable and exposed. By the end of the year however, regardless

of whether or not a student ever sets foot in the studio again, it is hoped that stereotypes are dispelled, self-confidence is developed and a life-long appreciation is cultivated for an art form that is at the very pulse of humanity.

According to a new report from the World Economic Forum, creativity in the workplace is going to be one of the most important and in-demand skills in the next five years, along with complex problemsolving and critical thinking. “With artificial intelligence taking over routine tasks, there will be immense opportunities for people who combine creative, technical and social skills – skills that are resilient to future automation,” (Bakhshi & Yang, 2018). It is surprising then that the current educational climate sees creative subjects being increasingly squeezed out of schools’ curriculum, and even more surprising when considering that the most recent independent Bazalgette review predicts that “the creative industries could be worth £128.4 billion to the UK economy by 2025 and help to create up to a million jobs by 2030,” (Smith, 2018). Therefore, it does not require a massive leap to acknowledge how studying a subject like dance, with its emphasis on lateral thinking, can play a fundamental and advantageous role in a young person’s education, regardless of whether or not they wish to pursue a career in the performing arts.

Many students at Hurst who have studied dance at either GCSE or A-level have successfully accessed higher education institutions in a number of fields such as medicine, American studies, events management and sports science, as well as the more obviously related courses in the performing arts, proving that there is no hindrance to accessing reputable universities along with reputable conservatoires.

In spite of all these benefits however, to value dance solely for the potential

economic contribution or as a conduit for other skills is to render this most diverse and insightful art form a great disservice. If anyone was ever in any doubt as to the inherent value of arts and culture in society, imagine living in a world without it. “Take the collective memory from our museums; remove the bands from our schools and choirs from our communities; lose the empathetic plays and dance from our theatres or the books from our libraries; expunge our festivals, literature and painting, and you’re left with a society bereft of a national conversation.…about its identity or anything else,” (Bazalgette, 2014).

Nicola Dominy in conversation with Year 10 GCSE dance students Luke Bedford and Seth Tipper: ND: What initially inspired you to participate in dance?

Seth: I was already doing Parkour outside of school so enjoyed the physicality of moving around spaces in creative ways.

Being exposed to dance as a compulsory subject in Year 9 further fuelled that enjoyment and opened up my mind to other interesting ways of moving.

Luke: My dad introduced me to dance by showing me videos on YouTube.

Whenever I heard a tune I liked my immediate response was a desire to move to the rhythm. I did dance at my previous school and really enjoyed it so it was natural for me to continue this at Hurst by accessing the co-curricular dance clubs and choosing it as one of my GCSE options.

ND: What aspect of dance do you find the most challenging?

Seth: There are so many things to get right, but in a good way, and this provides a sense of personal challenge and determination to make it perfect.

Luke: Choreographing from an initial stimulus and transforming responses into original and interesting movement material can be really difficult but it is very rewarding when you suddenly feel inspired and get a rush of ideas.

ND: How has participating in dance changed any preconceptions you may have held about boys who dance?

Luke: Sometimes people think that if boys study dance then it has to be street dance, whilst girls do ballet, but I think as a dance student it is good to learn a variety of styles in order to become a more versatile dancer.

Seth: When I was younger, I probably did think that dance was more for girls.

From being exposed to dance at Hurst, watching many videos and experiencing it for myself, my opinion has matured and I know that both boys and girls can do any form of dance, and I have never experienced any negative comments. It is normal for both boys and girls study dance at Hurst.

ND: What are the wider benefits that participation in dance provides?

Seth: I definitely feel that it helps with your ability to see and engage with the world in alternative and interesting ways; to think outside of the box; to stimulate your sense of creativity.

Luke: It also helps to improve your confidence. Initially you may feel a bit self-conscious and you might be taken out of your comfort zone, but as you continue and start to progress you feel more accepting of yourself and more comfortable with performing in front of other people.

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Don’t get stung Capital Gains Tax on Gardens & Grounds

This five step process needs to be followed in strict order to avoid the natural process of going straight to step four and determining the location of the permitted area. Care should also be taken to avoid mixing up the requirement test in the third stage and the most suitable test in the fourth stage. Finally, it is also important to have addressed the first and second stages with larger properties or estates where there may be cottages, stables or outbuildings in addition to the main house which together may properly be regarded as the entity of the dwelling house.

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hen you sell your home, you might reasonably expect to pay no Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on the disposal due to what’s called Principal Private Residence (PPR) Relief. And for most homeowners selling their home, that must be right as the PPR relief will exempt any gain from CGT if: •

the house has been your only or main residence throughout your period of ownership;

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you have not been absent for more than an allowed period of absence;

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the garden or grounds are not greater than the permitted area; and

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no part of your home has been used exclusively for business purposes.

However, the third requirement relating to the garden or ground has been in the spotlight recently as it is one of the methods by which HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) can enhance tax revenues from higher value residential property.

How to determine whether your grounds and gardens are greater than is permitted This brings into focus the procedure for determining your garden and grounds.

There is a little known five step process whereby you should: •

determine which buildings qualify as your main residence;

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determine which land occupied with the garden or grounds can be described as garden or grounds;

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determine, if the garden or grounds are in excess of half a hectare, how much of the land is required for the reasonable enjoyment of the dwelling house as a residence;

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determine which part of the garden or grounds would be the most suitable for occupation and enjoyment with the residence; and finally

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apportion the proceeds of disposal and the acquisition cost between the part of the property qualifying for relief and the remainder.

So what does that all mean?

The basic position is that if the garden and grounds of the residence, including the site of the dwelling house, do not exceed 0.5 of a hectare (5,000sq m or just under 1.25 acres), then relief is automatically due for the whole area.

In some limited cases involving larger properties, if the site of the dwelling house exceeds 5,000 sq m, then an area in excess of 5,000 sq m will qualify for PPR relief, being the site of the dwelling and its garden and grounds.

If, as is more normally the case with larger properties, the garden and grounds of the residence exceed 0.5 of a hectare then relief may be available for a larger area if that larger area can fulfil the statutory test. Garden or grounds will include any enclosed land surrounding or attached to your dwelling house and serving chiefly for ornament or recreation.

Not all land is entitled to relief However, not all land you hold with your dwelling house is treated as the garden or grounds of that residence. You are not entitled to relief for land let or used for a business, for example, surrounding farm land. Similarly, land which at the date of disposal has been fenced or divided off from your garden for development, or has been developed or is in the course of development (for example, excavations under way for foundations, roads, services, and so on) won’t qualify.

Fencing off land for equestrian purposes which it is intended is retained may point to land unfenced but being sold for development being regarded as part of the permitted location and therefore exempt from CGT. This is but one of many opportunities to reduce the impact of CGT on your garden and grounds when you sell your main residence.

Future changes to CGT and residential property Looking to the future, HMRC has had a consultation titled “CGT – Payment window for residential property gains”.

As you might guess from this, HMRC are changing the date on which CGT is payable on the sale of residential property.

Presently, any CGT due is payable on the 31 January after the tax year of the disposal.

You are not entitled to relief for land let or used for a business, for example, surrounding farm land.

This represents a 10 to 22 month delay where you can put your tax money to your own use. The proposal is that from 6 April 2020, CGT will be payable on residential property gains 30 days after the disposal is completed. And you should remember a disposal includes not only a sale to a third party but also exchanges of property and gifts of property within your family.

If there is no gain due to PPR, then as for now, there will continue to be no CGT due.

Avoiding penalties and interest Where that is not the case, you will need to get focused on calculating the gain either in the run up to the disposal or immediately after the sale, as late filing penalties and interest will apply in cases of not making the return or failing to pay within the 30 days allowed.

Good records will need to be kept to calculate the gain, for example the purchase price, subsequent acquisitions, any improvements expenditure and incidental professional fees. It may also be necessary to instruct a valuer to assist in calculating the gain and any apportionment between permitted area and non-permitted area.

If you would like to discuss these changes to Capital Gains Tax, and how they may affect you, please get in touch.

Stuart Ritchie is a chartered accountant and chartered tax adviser with over 30 years experience. He is a tax partner with Ritchie Philips LLP based in Horsham and can be contacted on 020 3195 1300 or stuart.ritchie@ritchiephillips.co.uk.

He has direct experience of securing CGT exemption for gardens sold for development, multiple buildings qualifying as a single dwelling for CGT purposes so that sale of subservient buildings are CGT exempt, and the sale of properties in excess of 10 acres all qualifying for CGT exemption.

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Objects of Desire Wolf l (1 of 4 designs) by Clare Trenchard (b.1956, UK) bronzes limited editions of 7, 32” x 55” £20,000 each from Flying Colours Gallery

The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party by Christian Birmingham, framed original pastel on paper, signed by the illustrator, 26” high x 20” wide, 2018, £3,950 from Art of the Imagination

Large Art Nouveau 15 carat gold and turquoise pendant by Murrle Bennett, Anglo-German, c.1900, £1,850 from Morgan Strickland Decorative Arts

A scarce pair of silver budgerigar pepperettes with original glass eyes, made by George Brace, hallmarked London 1906, £2,950 from T Robert

The Annual Petworth Park Antiques & Fine Art Fair returns from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 May 2019

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his spring the much acclaimed Petworth Park Antiques & Fine Art Fair takes place in the grounds of Petworth House, in the market town of Petworth, West Sussex, from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 May 2019, for the fifth successive year. With 60 expert dealers putting on a fabulous display of their finest wares for collectors, interior designers

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and discerning members of the public to buy and enjoy, it’s a great day out and an opportunity to take in all that the stunning location has to offer.

A wide range will be available to browse and buy from a number of Sussex dealers, who are joined by other exhibitors from around the country and even from Belgium.

These experts decorate their stands with the finest period furniture, jewellery, paintings, silver, sculpture, lighting, vintage watches, clocks, ceramics, glass, including art pieces, and other works of art from the ancient to the contemporary. The majority of the exhibitors are members of the UK’s two leading associations for professional art and antiques dealers BADA and LAPADA The Association of Art & Antiques Dealers.

A fine pair of Regency fan edge lustres, English, 8¼” (21cm) high x 4” (10cm) wide, c.1820, £1.650 from Fileman Antiques.

Marilyn (Castelli announcement) 1981 by Andy Warhol Offset lithograph in colours; signed 1981, 7” x 7” (7” x 14” unfolded). In the region of £15,000 from Haynes Fine Art London & Cotswolds

Vase by Monart, Scottish glass, c.1935, £495 from M&D Moir

Equestrian clock by Japy Frères, 27cm (10.6”) high, French, c.1890, £2,600 from Hatchwell Antiques The clock is themed with various equestrian tack, including a horseshoe, stirrup, bit, bridle, chain, buckles and spur.

Art Deco barman desk accessory by Ronson, c.1930, £995 from Morgan Strickland Decorative Arts

A Paris porcelain plate superbly decorated in London, attributed to Thomas Martin Randall, 24cm diameter, c.1920, £600 from S&J Abbott Ceramics Plus.

A handsome late Victorian side cabinet of serpentine form with three graduated drawers flanked by concave doors, profusely inlaid with marquetry, firmly attributed to Edwards & Roberts and retailed by John Watson 8 New Oxford Street London, English, 37” (94cm) high x 51” (130cm) wide x 21½” (54.5cm) deep, c.1890, £6,950 from Tim Saltwell

Petworth and Sussex inspired many artists over the years, a number of whom will be well represented this year. Contemporary art on Moncrieff-Bray Gallery’s stand includes Sarah Warley Cummings’ oil paintings depicting scenes around the South Downs and Arun Valley. Cambridge Fine Art is showing an oil on canvas of ‘Bury Church near Arundel’ by Victorian artist Ernest Charles Walbourn (18721927) priced at £5,750. Petworth features in some of the art on Rountree Tryon Galleries’ stand including ‘Petworth Park’ an etching by Norman Ackroyd, CBE, RA (b. 1938), £820. Artist Claude Muncaster was born in West Chiltington, in 1903. He later lived in Pulborough originally named Grahame Hall, he changed his name by deed-poll in order to avoid confusion with his father, the Royal Academician, Oliver Hall. Particularly known for his marine subjects and views of the Sussex countryside, the Tate Gallery purchased Muncaster’s ‘Demolition of Hays Wharf’ in 1925. There are two Claude Muncaster signed watercolours for sale at the fair: ‘Petworth’, dated 1934, priced at £1,100 also from Rountree Tryon Galleries and Sarah Colegrave Fine Art has ‘In Petworth Park’, dated July 1953, £475.

Local Petworth residents may be particularly interested to see the paintings on show with John Robertson. He is devoting his stand to the work of former Petworth resident John Heseltine (19232016), his American born wife Pam Masco (1953-2018) and their friend Fred Laurent, who were all painters and commercial illustrators employed by publications to bring their stories to life. Many of the early works were never returned to the artists, but were destroyed. John Robertson has the only known large collection for sale, which he acquired directly from the artists.

In 1969, Heseltine was commissioned by IPC (International Publishing Corporation) to illustrate the investiture of HRH The Prince of Wales and painted portraits of HM Queen Elizabeth II and HRH The Duke of York.

Tickets are £10 each on the door (free entry to National Trust members), however The Antiques Dealers Fair Limited is offering Fine Sussex readers a complimentary ticket for up to three people: simply email fsx@adfl.co.uk More information at www.petworthparkfair.com

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Atmosphere & Light N

o Naked Walls Galleries are delighted to welcome renowned artist John Hammond to host a much anticipated solo exhibition in their Bramley gallery. “Atmosphere and Light” will open on Saturday 27th April with a special champagne “meet the artist” event between 12 – 4pm.

John Hammond is one of Britain’s leading landscape painters working in the medium of acrylics. Travelling at home and abroad, he continues to explore new and established themes with equal enthusiasm, always seeking to convey the particular qualities of light and atmosphere he encounters. Working in an impressionistic style, John Hammond builds up layers of texture and hue which seem to glow from within. The paintings which result are both emotionally evocative and visually exciting. The dappled light of a French café scene, the glow of a Tuscan field, and the shimmer of reflections on Venice waters are captured with a vibrant palette and assured brushwork. The beautiful Cotswold countryside features often in his English landscapes.

John Hammond trained at Wimbledon College of Art and at the Bath Academy of Art. He has participated in many group shows including The Royal Institute of Oil Painters at The Mall Galleries, London, and The South West Academy of Fine and Applied Arts, winning an award at their 2000 Summer Exhibition. He has subsequently been elected as a fellow Academician. He has held many solo shows - always extremely successful - and his work is held in private and corporate collections worldwide. John has contributed to several art publications and has now produced a book about his paintings and working methods entitled “Capturing light in acrylics.”

Please contact info@nonakedwalls.co.uk or (01483) 894466 for your invitation to the opening event. This special exhibition will continue in the Bramley gallery until Saturday 11th May (open Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sat weekly 10am-5.30pm.)

No Naked Walls, 24 High Street, Bramley, Guildford, Surrey, GU5 0HB 01483 894466 / www.nonakedwalls.co.uk

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Ayurvedic gut

health bowls

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o these Ayurvedic bowls are a perfectly balanced, highly nutritious plant based meal that includes complex carbohydrate for energy, complete protein for satiation and healthy blood sugar balance and healthy fats to nourish your skin and promote hormone health.

Each bowl contains: Quinoa - a complete source of vegan protein meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids.

Chickpeas - a great source of protein and a legume which is high in fibre promoting healthy digestion.

Avocado - a nourishing and soothing healthy fat great for even sensitive digestive systems, and your skin will love you for it!

Sauerkraut/ Kimchi - these probiotic fermented veggies are full of live beneficial bacteria which keep pathogenic bacteria at bay and prevent illness. Kimchi is made with ginger and turmeric too which are bonus ingredients for igniting that digestive fire and reducing inflammation.

Veggies of choice - these fibre rich, disease preventing superstars are essential for a healthy gut and health overall, as well as making your bowl more tasty, nutritious and colourful.

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Ayurveda is an ancient Indian medicine system that centres its focus and philosophy around gut health or ‘Agni’ meaning digestive fire, a belief that good health all begins in the gut, as does all disease.

Ingredients: ½ cup quinoa (red lentils work well too) 1 avocado 1 can chickpeas, rinsed, drained and deskinned 2 tbsp raw sauerkraut or kimchi 1 cup chopped red cabbage ½ head broccoli, chopped ½ cup butternut squash, roasted 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp cumin 1 tbsp coconut oil ½ cup fresh coriander, chopped

Method: Chop the butternut squash, and bake in a pan seasoned with coconut oil and smoked paprika. Cook for about 25 minutes.

Prep the chickpeas by rinsing and removing loose skins (this makes them crispier) lay them on a baking tray and season with olive oil, paprika and cinnamon. Cook for 15- 20 minutes.

Lightly steam your other veggies when the squash is 10 minutes from finishing.

At this time, also put your quinoa on to cook for about 10 minutes until the water is absorbed.

Arrange the bowl as you please with your cooked veggies and quinoa, then add the crunchy chickpeas, sliced avocado and sauerkraut. Top with fresh coriander to finish.

About Nutrition By Bella I’m Bella, a nutritional therapist who specialises in plant-based nutrition. I teach people how to eat a perfectly balanced, nutritionally complete plantbased diet. Find me at nutritionbybella.co.uk Or over on Instagram @bella_nutrition, for daily food inspiration and health tips!

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Chasing

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ver the last eight years, Mole Valley Specialist Cars has built an enviable reputation for the supply of specialist and performance cars of the highest quality.

It has long been well-known for it’s association with TVR, Morgan and Noble cars and now also specialises in low-mileage sports and performance cars such as Porsche, Mercedes, Audi, Jaguar, Aston Martin and other exotica such as Weismann and Spyker with a few carefully chosen classic cars thrown into the mix so there is always something interesting to appeal to the car enthusiast!

Customers can browse classic and modern models in the large boutique-style indoor showroom in an environment that understands the love of beautiful cars and is free from sales pressure.

It is a rare place where customers and enthusiasts alike can compare rival marques under one roof. The service department is always busy, servicing and repairing Morgan, Noble and TVR, and again has an enviable

reputation in this area due to the knowledge and expertise of the technicians, one of whom has over thirty years’ experience in these marques.

Mole Valley’s reputation is such that customers return time after time and many cars are sold unseen to customers over the phone in the UK and overseas.

Some really exciting news is that TVR launched it’s long-awaited new Griffith model at Goodwood in 2017 and as a TVR Heritage dealer, Mole Valley will be eagerly awaiting arrival of the new car which has been designed

by Gordon Murray and will be powered by a new Cosworth V8 engine.

To view the full range of Mole Valley’s prestige stock, visit the showroom and workshop on the A24 between Dorking and Horsham where you will be assured of a warm welcome whether looking for a new car or just to browse and dream!

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Calling all

petrol heads

A year of beautiful vehicles

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n Sussex and Surrey, we’re blessed with a number of different motoring events that take place throughout the year and throughout the region. And at Fine HQ, we were more than a little delighted to get a glimpse of just some of the vehicles that will be headlining at five major motoring events that will take place this year as part of the Horsham District Year of Culture.

Back in March (and on an unseasonaly warm and sunny day), 40 vehicles of every size, shape, age and dimension toured Sussex to whet the appetite of us petrol heads as part of the Showcase Tour.

From the new and the super car, to the Charabang (or the REO Speed Wagon to be more precise) and the MG, if you love nothing better than the purr of a well-loved engine, and the warm glow of a walnut dashboard, then 2019 is going to be a great year. Here’s just a snippet of what to expect:

Piazza Italia (19th and 22nd April 2019) Celebrate all things Italian, including of course, a shimmering line up of highperformance cars, as well as a few classics and even some minis and scooters.

Horsham’s Great British Weekend (11th and 12th May) Indulge in all that is British. This event is home to the unmistakable Humber and a much beloved collection of Morris Minors, as well as some greats like the Aston Martin and McLaren.

Plum Jam (26th May) For all the hippies out there, Plum Jam is a nostalgic Volkswagen show and as you’d expect, it’s going to be showcasing a whole host of eclectic and unique campervans and VWs, each with their own personality and dedicated owners.

FrenchFest (14th July 2019) What’s not to love about some of the quintessentially French classics which of course always has to include the loveable 2CV (other Citroens are available too).

AmeriCARna (29th September 2019) Big, bold and beautiful sums up just some of the greats that will headline at this event which includes the Mustang and even an all singing and dancing New York police car.

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Coffees and Social Projects Alongside the philosophy that has informed our development over the years our core focus for sourcing has become our Relationship Coffees. These are coffees sourced by us through direct links with farmers and producers alongside our import partners. Currently we have established partnerships in Rwanda and Costa Rica. Well chosen importing partners are essential to match us with farmers and co-operatives that are dedicated to producing speciality grade (i.e. the highest possible quality) coffees.

We are committed to purchasing ethically traded coffees with full traceability to its origins. We also endeavour to obtain full transparency of our coffee’s financial trail,

giving us and our customers, peace of mind that each farmer has been well paid for the outstanding coffee they produce.

Our Coffee The coffees we stock will typically be exclusive, speciality lots that have been carefully scrutinised by us through our own cupping and quality control procedures.

We roast all of our coffee on an advance Loring S35 eco roaster. This type of roaster uses air re circulation and has the lowest environmental impact of any equipment of this type Our roastery in Lower Beeding is open Monday- Friday 9.30-4pm and you are welcome to come in and have a coffee in our cafe area whilst watching the roasting in action. We also offer Barista and Roasting training, please see our website www.horshamcoffeeroaster.com or email info@horshamcoffeeroaster.com for more information.

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EPC Rating E

Arundel 01903 885886 arundel@jackson-stops.co.uk

BOSHAM, WEST SUSSEX LOCATED ON THE EDGE OF THIS SOUGHT-AFTER SAILING VILLAGE, A PICTURESQUE BRICK & FLINT THATCHED COTTAGE, LISTED GRADE II, OFFERING CHARACTERFUL ACCOMMODATION IN SUPERB GARDENS. Kitchen, Open Plan Dining Room/Sitting Room/Reception Area, Second Reception Room, Ground Floor Cloaks/Bathroom, Master Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room, Bedroom 2 with En-Suite Bathroom, Bedroom 3 (off Bedroom 2), Detached Annexe comprising of: Sitting Room with Kitchenette, Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room, Garage, Utility Room, Picturesque Gardens backing on to Farmland.

Guide Price £975,000

Chichester 01243 786316 chichester@jackson-stops.co.uk Local & National reach through a network of London & Regional offices PROPERTY EXPERTS SINCE 1910

TADWORTH, SURREY ATTRACTIVE DETACHED HOUSE ON THE EDGE OF POPULAR HEATH. Entrance hall, study, drawing room, dining room, family room, kitchen/breakfast room, store room, master bedroom with en-suite, three further bedrooms, family bathroom, attractive gardens, triple garage and driveway, summerhouse.

Guide Price £935,000

EPC rating E

Dorking 01306 887560 dorking@jackson-stops.co.uk

REIGATE, SURREY AN OUTSTANDING SETTING WITH STUNNING VIEWS TO THE NORTH DOWNS. Entrance lobby, hall, family/sitting room, dining room, kitchen with AGA, cloakroom, superb orangery, main bedroom with en-suite shower room, two further bedrooms, bathroom, double garage, driveway with parking, landscaped gardens, terraced areas, beautiful far reaching views, in all, about 0.14 of an acre.

Guide Price £950,000

EPC rating E

Reigate 01737 222027 reigate@jackson-stops.co.uk Local & National reach through a network of London & Regional offices PROPERTY EXPERTS SINCE 1910

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Pri ce Guii d e £975,, 000

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Own walled garden and garden room leading through to to 5 acre communal parkland grounds and residents’ tennis tennis court | Stone-mullioned windows & high ceilings | 4 main bedrooms bedrooms with 3 bathrooms (2 suites) | Imposing own hall hall & entrance | Elegant drawing room | Formal dining room | Study ( carpet option for living, dining room & study) | Appliance-fitted Appliance-fitted kitchen breakfast room opening to garden | Lower TV room and occasional bed 5 | Wine store and original “silver “silver safe” | Feature staircases | Top floor ideal as an “apartment “apartment suite” for home office, guest suite or uni age offspring offspring | Gas CH | Walled secret garden | 20 x10 garage with loft storage storage available as a separate entity at an additional £25,000) | No-chain |

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A charmiing Viic toriian de tac che e d c otttage e in the e he e artt of the e oll d viil l age e This property has been sympathetically restored and refurbished to create a charming and very practical practical home, with good living space and a versatile layout over 3 floors | 1,368 Sq ft interior plus garden workroom/studio | Spacious double aspect family room/dining room at the rear, opening into a super new kitchen, installed in November 2018 | 33-4 4 Bedrooms | Large 2nd floor study or bedroom 4 | First floor bathroom bathroom | Gas central heating | Victorian style double glazed sash windows| Attractive walled courtyard garden with a delightful delightful garden studio/outbuilding | Front parking for 2 cars cars | EPC E (45) | Vendors suited |

Village & Country Homes for sale & wanted in West Sussex

01903 74 12 12 Independent Estate Agents, Residential Sales & Lettings

www.clarkeandcharlesworth.com

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Pri ce Guii d e ÂŁ1 .295,,000

This beautiful home offers a 4,422 sq ft interior over three floors | Imposing entrance and lobby | Stunning drawing room and oak staircase | New, bespoke 22 x 17 ft Kitchen and family room | Tranquil newly created snug/library | Utility | Cloakroom | Galleried landing with seating area | Master bedroom with panoramic views and en-suite | Two further bedrooms to the first floor with new family bathroom | 4 Further bedrooms to the 2nd floor (one used as a study and another as a gym) | 3rd bathroom on 2nd floor | Gardens to 3 sides, including south facing terraced garden plus lower orchard | Front lawns and leafy side area | Extensive additional own drive parking | 1,044 sq ft detached barn carport & work room with 22 ft games room above | (With Annexe consent | EPC E 46 | Not a Listed Building |

Clarke & Charlesworth

01903 74 12 12 e: clarkeandcharlesworthproperty@gmail.com

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Horley - Horsham - Worthing - East Grinstead - Haslemere - Haywards Heath

43 HIGH ST, REIGATE, RH2 9AE | 01737 249357 49 WEST ST, HORSHAM, RH12 1PP | 01403 258582 63 CHURCHILL SQUARE, BRIGHTON, BN1 2TB | 01273 710357

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