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CHOOSING THE RIGHT WINDOWS & DOORS FOR YOUR HOME

alk down any street in England and you can tell, almost instinctively, whether the doors and windows of a home really suit the structure of the building. When the windows are wrong it is blindingly obvious â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but when they have been chosen well, or the original windows and doors preserved, the effect is often simply beautiful. So what should you consider when investing in new Timber Windows? For many homeowners, restoring the integrity of the original structure is paramount. When choosing windows and doors to faithfully replicate the appearance of the building in its heyday it is essential to study the size of the window sections, ensuring that they match the proportions of the original frames as closely as possible. Deep bottom rails, slim meeting styles and fine glazing bars are important details. In casement windows non-opening elements should be glazed with dummy sashes to ensure balanced sightlines. The amount of glass area is important and overly bulky sections should be avoided.The Timber WIndows range provides great dimensional flexibility and a wide range of choices to ensure traditional aesthetics are preserved, whilst providing 21st century levels of comfort, security and performance. Fungal & Insect

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Many options also exist to really break down the boundaries between the house and outdoor space, letting light flood in, such as the addition of a folding sliding door or a smooth running patio door. Time was when every window frame in sight was white. Today the choice of factory applied colours and finishes available adds a level of choice our predecessors would envy. With natural timber finishes, subtle shades of cream, green, blue and grey, as well as elegant black, the Timber Windows colour palette can help to highlight or to blend in. Multiple colours are also possible, with the option to finish the insides of your windows and doors differently from the outsides. We can also colour match to leading, quality paint brands to complement your interior colour scheme. Balancing the style, colour and choice of windows and doors appropriately all adds up to what our trans-Atlantic cousins call 'curb appeal' - a pleasing visual aspect for neighbours, passers-by and even future purchasers. This is the art and hallmark of a job well done. Timber Windows would very much welcome the opportunity to work with you, enabling you to enhance the value and beauty of your home through the addition of well-chosen timber windows and doors. To take the first steps simply visit our website, call us direct or pop into our showroom.

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IN A NUTSHELL this issue

29 beautiful bathrooms Taking travel as our inspiration, West One Bathrooms shows us how to re-create the summer fresh feeling at home

the travel issue

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We bring you some of the world’s most stunning hotel pools. Followed by options for your next break here in Sussex, Santorini or Mauritious

A selection of fabulous finds including a new range from Theo Fennel and Bose headphones perfect for your next flight

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Features

12 The making of the issue

14 The Residence

Find out more about the insight, advice and features included in Glistening Waters

A country home in West Chiltington – our pick of one of the loveliest on the market right now

46 Do Tell

39 Economics and politics

Ever wanted to dive into a pool with style and grace? We show you how to make a splash successfully

The effects of next year’s election on the political parties’ economic agenda, with expert analysis from Rathbone wealth management firm

90 In the diary A master of champagne is going on tour, taking its tipple to events near you in its eye-catching vintage van |9

42 congratulations are in order Celebrating the work of Juliet West, a Sussex author and mum who recently got her first book published

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Stunning pools around the world

Options for a break a little closer to home, with our selection of places to escape just a stone’s throw away

A handful of options next time you venture out of Sussex, with options as far afield as New Zealand, for the ultimate escape

Features 41 Anderson Rowntree Read how two established Sussex law firms merged, creating Anderson Rowntree

68 Arundel House gets a makeover Find out more about a quaint, elegant and intimate ‘restaurant with rooms’ in the historic Sussex town

84 Men’s skincare Beauty expert Amanda Elias on the dos and don’ts for men who want to take care of their skin

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54 summer sailing A popular Mauritius watersports company is expanding its range of travel options to the region, so you can set sail all year round

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Marking the opening of Waterstonesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; new Lewes coffee shop, we asked them to select a few titles perfect for some summer reading

A selection of shorts, bikinis and bathing suits perfect for when things start hotting up

Education 79 Reading past and present James Skillicorn from Great Walstead school looks at the history of reading in class and how it is taught today

81 Benefits of books Suzanne Triviere from Burgess Hill School for Girls looks at the reasons books are so valuable to children and recommends a very special book for your summer holiday

83 Bringing books to life Find out how Farlington school helps children read and learn at the same time by combining literature with drama | 11

the making of GLISTENING WATERS

hether you’re a busy mum, retired or running a multinational corporation, we hope you’re getting away this summer. That’s really what this issue, Glistening Waters, is all about – escaping! It’s an annual issue that we dedicate to places for unwinding or adventure both here in Sussex and abroad, depending on what you enjoy doing on holiday. We’ve selected some of the finest venues in Sussex for a ‘staycation’. So if you don’t want to venture too far from home, or you are visiting the county from elsewhere,

take a look at the establishments we recommend. There is something for those who love the countryside, the water and the buzz of a city. Further afield we take a look at Santorini and new sailing holidays in Mauritius In fact, it’s not just the destinations that fit the fine holiday bill. Most of Glistening Waters is geared towards helping you plan or enjoy your summer break. That’s why you’ll find book recommendations, swimwear and even advice on how to dive into a pool with style and grace. Needless to say once you’re finished reading you’ll be ready to get away. Happy exploring.

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HOME SWEET HOME “Small colour pops will not only update your bathroom style but transport it firmly into the summer season – try the Joyce Collection by Villeroy & Boch” DAVID DILAJ from West One Bathrooms

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RESIDENCE The Querns West Chiltington Set off a tree lined lane on the edge of this popular West Sussex village, this elegant and well appointed five-bedroom country house enjoys glorious gardens and grounds of approximately 1.4 acres, including its own woodland and ponds. Offering considerable ground floor living space with five reception rooms and a superb family kitchen / breakfast room, the house is well suited to modern day living with all the main rooms facing south, down the beautiful landscaped grounds. Five bedrooms with three bathrooms and generous garaging and parking ensure this home will appeal to families looking for a beautifully presented home in a large well screened plot. The property is well placed for access to amenities and a mainline station and lies within a few minutes walk of woods and The West Sussex Golf Course. For further details contact Messrs Comyn and James 01798 888111. The asking price for this fine home is ÂŁ1,175.000

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Ashington, West Sussex

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Pulborough, West Sussex

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Individual 1970Ås home on higher ground with distant views, handy for the village Light atmosphere, all principle rooms enjoying double-aspect | 979 sq ft interior | 21ft triple-aspect living & dining room opening onto garden | Bright hall, cloakroom | Kitchen/breakfast room | Covered side area, utility/store | Good storage | Excellent presentation, an ideal downsize home | Gas CH, DG | Sunny and private rear gardens with feature terrace (room for conservatory) Stunning high views to Pulborough Brooks | Drive & garage | EPC D (63)

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Investment insight

Property and lettings expert Leaders on the benefits of a buy-to-let property in Sussex as well as detailed information on the areas in which you might consider buying

ith interest rates at a record low and the stock market as volatile as ever, many people with capital are looking for the best place to put their money. Buying residential property to let has long been one of the safest and best performing investments, according to lettings specialist Leaders, which was established in Sussex over 30 years ago by the co-founder of the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA). Buy-to-let combines the benefits of a monthly income with capital appreciation over the longterm and appeals to many investors looking for a solid long-term investment. A new report issued by the Wriglesworth Consultancy shows that buy-to-let has produced returns of over 1,200 per cent since 1996. Overall, since the launch of buy-to-let mortgages 18 years ago, buy-to-let has provided average returns that easily outstrip those of other major asset classes. Sussex offers some fantastic opportunities for investors, and with 15 long-established branches across the county, Leaders are able to offer detailed advice on the best areas for buy-to-let. “Demand for good quality rental property is at an all-time high across Sussex and has been for some time,” says Leaders’

Sussex regional director, Jane Wilkinson. “The high deposits needed for mortgages, along with the need for people to be flexible for work, means that many young professionals and families are choosing to rent. We are also seeing people renting for longer, which means greater security for landlords”. Overall there is a shortage of good quality property available to rent in Sussex and with demand outstripping supply, rents have remained strong. Landlords are benefitting from a steady rental income and a stable market. Alongside this, investors can expect good capital gains over the medium to long term which makes buy-to-let an attractive investment compared with others. Wilkinson added: “The key to a successful investment is choosing the right property in the right location. Every town and city has a different market with different opportunities and potential pitfalls. Our experienced branch managers know the areas they cover better than anyone and are happy to give detailed and impartial advice on how to make the best of local market conditions, now and in the future. Typically, our landlords are achieving yields of five to seven per cent across Sussex, depending on the exact location, type and presentation of their property.”

Hot spots for investment properties Brighton & Hove Brighton & Hove has long been popular with tenants and demand for all types of property in the City remains high. There is not enough available to satisfy the high demand and good quality, well-presented flats and houses in the right locations let extremely quickly. Fortunately there are a number of opportunities for investors in and around the city with a host of new housing developments springing up, including a proposed site in Ovingdean and Woodingdean for 315 homes to be built, and the Super B at Brighton station near completion, which includes one and twobedroom apartments that will rent from around £1100 up to £1800 per month. Eastbourne Known as the Sunshine Coast, people are attracted to Eastbourne by the more tranquil pace of life, along with a seafront location and easy access to the South Downs National Park. There is an active rental market here, and one and two bedroom garden flats are always in demand, as are Victorian terraced houses for families.

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Worthing Worthing’s coastal position, access to Brighton and London, schools, shops and busy nightlife appeals to renters, especially young professionals and families. All types of property are in high demand here, particularly good quality properties close to the town centre, seafront and mainline station, and family homes. Rustington, Littlehampton and Bognor Being by the seaside with plenty of good shops, pubs, cafés, restaurants, parks and local amenities, and with their proximity and transport links to places like Chichester, Horsham, Brighton, Crawley, Gatwick and London, these towns have become increasingly popular with people who work in those areas but want to live somewhere more affordable. In Littlehampton demand is very high for one-bedroom flats close to the town centre, and Rustington, with its excellent schools, sees ongoing demand for family homes. Bognor has high demand for one and two bedroom flats close to the town centre. There are good

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opportunities for investors here, with a number of new developments springing up, offering a range of flats and houses to purchase.

Chichester Historic Chichester attracts people with its array of shops, amenities and excellent schools. Most areas in and around Chichester see strong demand from tenants, but particularly the town centre where modern two and three bedroom flats and houses can achieve yields of 5 per cent or more. New builds such as Canal Walk in Chichester and Graylingwell Park are proving popular with investors. Mid Sussex Haywards Heath and Burgess Hill both enjoy thriving rental markets. With good transport links to London, Gatwick, Heathrow and Brighton, their proximity to the beautiful Sussex countryside, and excellent choice of private and state schools, they appeal to professionals, families and older people. All types of property in Mid Sussex are in high demand, from one-bedroom flats to larger family homes and there are several developments underway in the area, including the extension of Bolnore Village and the continued development of Wood Side and St Francis Park near Southdowns Park. Horsham Horsham is a pleasant historical market town with lots of great amenities for families, including a cinema, theatre, sports centre, parks and restaurants. All property types are in demand, with two-bedroom houses close to the town centre generally the most popular. The rent range for investors to aim for is £650 to £1100 per month as this is where there is strongest demand. Horsham has a number of large new developments in the pipeline with properties ranging from one-bedroom luxury

apartments to four and five-bedroom family homes, including Wickhurst Green and Great Oaks at Broadbridge Heath. East Grinstead East Grinstead is an affluent, thriving and rapidly growing town with a historic centre and hundreds of sprawling acres on its doorstep. Standards of property to rent in East Grinstead are high and there is a wide choice, including new build apartments in the town centre and larger properties with extensive grounds in the surrounding areas such as Forest Row and Dorman’s Park. Crawley With its easy access to Gatwick and good employment prospects, Crawley sees consistently strong demand. Two-bedroom houses and one and two-bedroom flats close to the town centre are most sought after by tenants. There is also a large development of around 3000 new homes taking place between Crawley and Horsham called Kilnwood Vale which is likely to prove popular. A number of Leaders branches now offer a sales service and have investment properties available to buy, some of which have tenants already in place so investors can start receiving rent the day their purchase completes. Leaders are local letting experts, backed by the UK’s largest independently owned letting specialist. Established by the co-founder of the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) in 1983, Leaders provides financial probity and rigorous standards in letting and property management. Membership of ARLA, SAFEagent and The Property Ombudsman gives landlords and tenants complete peace of mind. For more information please visit www.leaders.co.uk To help prospective investors make the most of Sussex’s thriving rental market, Leaders is delighted to have teamed up with premier mortgage broker, Sussex-based All Types of Mortgages (AToM). AToM provides clear, honest and impartial advice to help investors obtain the right mortgage for their investment needs. For more information go to leaders.atomltd. co.uk/mortgages

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PETWORTH – £1,599,950 Freehold - ID 44302 A discreetly attached stylish conversion of a large Sussex Barn into a bright and spacious home taking advantage of views to Blackdown at the front and landscaped gardens and lake to the rear. The historical and characteristic details of the barn abound, with exposed beams, exposed flint and brick and flagstone floors combine to create a most atmospheric and unique home also benefitting from formal gardens, paddock land and a lake. • Entrance Hall and Galleried Office above • Superb Double Height Drawing and Dining Room • Spacious Farmhouse Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Family/Tv Room • Utility Room and Cloakroom • Three Ground Floor Bedrooms • Two Bathrooms (1 Ensuite) • Master Bedroom Suite including Bathroom, Separate Shower Room and Dressing Room/Bedroom 5 • Detached Timber Barn /Garage 31’7’’x11’7’’ (9.62m X 3.52m) • Attractive Lake • Formal Gardens and Fenced Paddocks • Amounting in all to about 4 Acres • EPC Rating D •

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BURY – £900,000 Freehold - ID 11396 This individual detached family house was built in 2003 to a high standard and specification. The property has since been improved upon and expanded by the current owners and offers fantastic contemporary accommodation and is tucked away in a private location. The gardens are well-screened and have a southerly aspect with views over the countryside. • Porch • Vaulted Entrance Area • Cloakroom • Dining Hall • Drawing Room • Study • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Conservatory/ Family Room • Utility Room • Principal Bedroom with Ensuite Shower Room • Bedroom 2 & 3 • Family Bathroom • Bedroom 4 with Ensuite Shower Room • Bedroom 5 • Own Private Driveway • Garage • Games Room • Sun Terrace • Gardens • EPC Rating D •

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Two bedroom executive unfurnished apartment with balcony and situated in a superb town centre location. EPC Rating: C

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ow is the time for our thoughts about refreshing our home to turn to bathrooms. There are a number of reasons but one of the best I can think of is that we’re off to far flung, luxurious places, where the bathrooms are nothing short of exquisite. They are clean, crisp, light, bright and cool – in both senses of the word. The showers revive us, the towels comfort us and the fragrances from all those invigorating lotions and gels cleanse our body and clear our mind. It’s a time to relax and it’s also a feeling we can easily replicate all year round once we land back on planet earth. David Dilaj at West One Bathrooms told Fine Sussex: “Light, bright colours will definitely bring more life to any room, in particular the bathroom where size can often be an issue. To lighten and brighten a bathroom we recommend incorporating three elements to your bathroom – light, colour, and texture. One, or a combination of all three of these will bring seasonal depth to a space, and if done correctly you can design your bathroom so it looks and feels like summer all year round.” Lighting is arguably most important in your bathroom, as there is often very little natural light coming in. But as David points out, there is no shortage of options to allow you to replicate that stunning glow you had on holiday. “In an ideal world all bathrooms would have at least one source of natural light, however as many new-builds and

apartments don’t offer us that luxury, we are left with experimenting with our indoor lighting scheme to brighten and expand the space. To maximise reflective surfaces I highly recommend hampshirelight.net for imaginative and affordable lighting solutions.” Accessorising is a great way to give your bathroom a more seasonal feel. “Whether you match furniture with sanitaryware or have a uniform accessories theme, small colour pops will not only update your bathroom style but transport it firmly into the summer season – try the Joyce Collection by Villeroy & Boch which comes with changeable elements in several colours”, David added. If bright colours are not your thing and you prefer a more muted and sophisticated palette, large scale tiles are the perfect way to open up your bathroom and create lightreflecting surfaces for a brighter feeling. Hexagonal shapes such as these by Aparici (see above), together with plain white furniture and sanitaryware will achieve a textured, contemporary look perfect for summer. The most important thing to remember is to keep it simple – keep surfaces clear and clean. And for the ultimate in luxury hotel-style living, keep your towels matching and beautifully fluffy. For more information or to discuss your new bathroom go to West One Bathrooms, 1 High Street Oxshott, Surrey, KT22 0JN or visit westonebathrooms.com

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o celebrate the launch of his new collection, Theo Fennell will be sponsoring the Glorious Goodwood Magnolia Cup, the women’s charity race which runs on Ladies’ Day on Thursday 31 July 2014. Theo has been captivating the world for over thirty years with his innovative and distinctive creations. His partnership with Goodwood reiterates a longstanding friendship, as well as providing an opportunity to preview the brand’s stunning new Diamond and Gold collections, including the aptly titled 18ct Yellow Gold ‘Whip’ Collection. These infinitely wearable pieces comprise of a stunning selection of bangles, pendants and earrings. Theo’s unique works are more than just jewellery and silver; he is passionate about craftsmanship and original design and he personally oversees each of his own unique creations from his design studio to his dedicated workshop, both located above the brand’s flagship store at Fulham Road, London. This year, not only will Theo Fennell be sponsoring the Magnolia Cup, but will also be designing and crafting exclusive prizes for the winning rider,

trainer and owner, which will be presented by Theo on the day. The Magnolia Cup has established itself as one of the most exciting races at Glorious Goodwood, with this year’s Ladies’ Race being no exception. Jockeys already confirmed include Goodwood Racecourse Ambassador and supermodel, Edie Campbell, Philippa Holland and Alexis Green. Theo Fennell told Fine Sussex: “I have always loved the way Charles March, a very old friend, does things at Goodwood. I feel we share the same ethos as the team there, believing in great craftsmanship, originality and a very British style. We sponsored a race there some years ago and when this ladies race, The Magnolia Cup, came up it seemed an ideal way to re-ignite the relationship. It is both for fun and charity and we hope a good time will be had by all.” The Magnolia Cup Race at Goodwood takes places on 31 July. For more information on the Gold Whip Collection go to theofennell. com and for more information on the Magnolia Cup Race go to goodwood.co.uk

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An old classic

hen a sophisticated New Yorker needed refreshment on a hot summer’s day in the year 1930, he would take the time to enjoy a homemade lemonade in the Hamptons. Back then, the required ‘fizz’ was traditionally added with the help of a Sparklets New York Soda Siphon - manufactured on 46th St, Manhattan. Meanwhile the fresh exotic fruit came from all over the world. Die Siphon Manufaktur has been reviving this long lost tradition since 2011. A small team based in Munich meticulously restores these unique soda siphon - each one a 1930s original - and helps them regain their former glory. The glass bottles of these soda siphons were mouth-blown in the renowned glass factories of former Czechoslovakia between 1930 and 1940. The final product was then assembled in New York to create the classic Sparklets New York Soda Siphon

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with its high grade metal wiring and chrome applications. While seltzer water produced by a soda siphon is very fizzy, the carbonisation is finer and more harmonic than one would find in bottled sparkling water. This particular quality balances any lemonade and creates a refreshing beverage. A soda siphon and its compatible CO2 bulb will turn one litre of tab water into fizzy seltzer within a few moments. And because a soda siphon will retain its pressure the user can enjoy a fresh glass of seltzer for days after. Perhaps Die Siphon Manufaktur cannot take us back to the New York of 1930, but a hand restored Sparklets New York Soda Siphon can act as a distinct reminder of this golden era; a piece of authentic history for homes and bars worldwide.

T h e B r e m o n t A LT 1 - B 2 A u t o m at i c C h r o n o g r a p h Watch, ÂŁ4295.00 at Wakefields, Horsham wakefieldsjewellers.co.uk

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Superior sound Whether traveling, working or relaxing, the iconic Bose QuietComfort 15 headphones are a must for the best in audio entertainment. The new inline microphone provides access to certain voice applications from using FaceTime on an iPad or MacBook Pro, to taking calls on an iPhone. The three-button, inline remote lets users easily adjust volume, select tracks, and switch between calls.

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Need a new investment manager?

For more details please contact

the Chichester team on

01243 775 373 www.rathbones.com/fine

The value of investments and income arising from them may fall as well as rise and you might get back less than you originally invested. Rathbone Investment Management Limited is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority.

A t tisn’t a cthekway i ntogNumber b u s10i n e s s Greg Mahon, from Rathbone Investment Management, discusses the effects the three main political parties are having on the economy as they jostle for position before next year’s election

ext May, voters will face the biggest divergence in economic policies between the main parties for over 30 years. Following the apparent popularity of his ‘cost of living’ campaign on energy prices, Ed Miliband has attacked high street banks, rail companies and private landlords among others as well as vigorously opposing Pfizer’s bid for AstraZeneca. His rhetoric is designed to appeal and some of it may even have merit, but the overall effect is to shift Labour sharply to the left. Mr Miliband wants “to make markets work in the public interest”, revealing an upfront distrust that is markedly different from Labour’s position over the last three decades. He is quickly becoming the most left-wing Labour leader since Michael Foot. Neil Kinnock was no Blairite, but he was desperate to rescue Labour from the excesses of socialism and started the process of reform that eventually led to the party’s landslide victory in 1997. At that election, it had a clear and coherent strategy to win the centre ground with a programme of bold social policies. In contrast, its economic policies were deliberately benign and uncontroversial.

The Conservatives’ policies are pragmatic. They have stuck to their guns on reducing the deficit. However, understanding the need to support business, the UK now has the joint lowest corporation tax in the G20

The new government did impose a £5bn windfall tax on the privatised utilities (including airports, telecoms and rail companies) which aimed to “put right the bad deal which customers and taxpayers got from privatisation” and which was used to fund the New Deal welfare-to-work programme. This was quite radical, but it was also well-flagged, sensibly-calculated and only had a limited impact on the sectors concerned. Most importantly, it wasn’t applicable to the vast majority of companies. In contrast, Mr Miliband’s approach appears unrestricted and his next attack could be on any sector – the only requirement is that he thinks it makes too much profit from the segment of voters that he is targeting that week. Exploiting the income squeeze that has resulted from wages failing to keep pace with inflation, Mr Miliband’s ‘cost of living’ campaign advocates significant government intervention in the economy. For the first time in years, there is talk

by mainstream politicians of governmentimposed price controls and even of nationalising public companies. This creates a difficult environment for investors and, given the uncertainty about the outcome of the election, there is a risk that global capital could move elsewhere. This may seem alarmist, but the travails of the French economy under President Hollande demonstrate how investors can quickly find alternative homes for their capital. Very few people would advocate completely free markets – a degree of regulation is necessary to prevent abuses. Yet significant government intervention has been shown not to work many times, not least because politicians and civil servants don’t know better than the rest of us. There are often unforeseen consequences that distort the market and lead to more pain for ‘hardworking families’ than the original problem. Perhaps tempered by the experience of government, the Liberal Democrats seem to understand this. Vince Cable can sound left-wing, but his party has limited itself to smaller scale intervention on tax and employment rights rather than the grand ‘government knows best’ approach favoured by Mr Miliband. Over time, however, such small-scale intervention adds up and makes British business uncompetitive. Their record may be encouraging, but the Liberal Democrats set alarm bells ringing about their attitude to wealth through repeated talk of a mansion tax. It is also unclear how they would behave in a Lib-Lab coalition and whether the combination of ‘Red Ed’, Ed Balls and Vince Cable would result in a less business-friendly environment. In contrast, the Conservatives’ policies are pragmatic. They have stuck to their guns on reducing the deficit, eschewing popular income tax cuts. However, understanding the need to support business, the UK now has the joint lowest corporation tax in the G20. They are promoting British companies abroad and making it easier to do business at home. As the recovery shows, lower taxes and increased liberalisation are good for business and employment, and opinion polls suggest that voters understand this. Greg Mahon is the Regional Director for Rathbones’ Chichester office. For more information about Rathbones’ wealth management services for private clients, please contact Greg on (01243) 775 373.

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Conveyancing

Litigation

Family Law

Private Client

Anderson Rowntree Solicitors are specialists in: Residential and Commercial Property matters; Wills, Powers of Attorney and Estate Administration; Litigation and Employment Law; Family Law and Mediation. www.andersonrowntree.co.uk Petworth Solicitors Wisteria House, Petworth West Sussex gu28 0aj t : 01798 342391

Storrington Solicitors 5 The Square, Storrington West Sussex rh 20 4 dj t : 01903 745666

Chichester Solicitors 38 Southgate, Chichester West Sussex po19 1dp t : 01243 787899

Midhurst Solicitors Sheep Lane, Midhurst West Sussex gu29 9ns t : 01730 812201

Billingshurst Solicitors 68 High Street, Billingshurst West Sussex rh14 9 qr t : 01403 782710

Formerly a n d e r s o n l o ng m o r e & h ig h a m with b e v i s row n t r e e Solicitors

A long established West Sussex law firm has launched its rebrand

est Sussex solicitors, Anderson Longmore & Higham with Bevis Rowntree has rebranded and will now be known as Anderson Rowntree. The comprehensive rebranding process that has been undertaken reflects the new structure of the firm following the successful merger in 2012 of Anderson Longmore & Higham with Bevis Rowntree. Senior Partner, Chris Wise told Fine Sussex: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Anderson has long been a name associated with the quality and tradition of our business. It was felt by both partners and staff that Anderson Rowntree properly reflected the firmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

identity following the merger. Both names are long established and highly regarded in the areas in which the firm practices.â&#x20AC;? Anderson Rowntree operate from five offices across West Sussex in Petworth, Storrington, Chichester, Midhurst and Billingshurst, making the firm one of the largest in the area, covering both north and south of the Downs. The Anderson Rowntree team provides a personal, highly professional service covering Family Law and Mediation, Litigation, Private Client and Property services. For more info go to andersonrowntree.co.uk

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Congratulations are in orde r

A West Sussex mum is celebrating after achieving a life-long dream with the publication of her first novel

uliet West wrote ‘Before the Fall’ over several years while juggling a part-time job and a busy family life with three children. The novel, which is set in London during the First World War, is inspired by real events and tells the story of Hannah Loxwood, a young soldier’s wife who falls in love with another man while her husband is away fighting. Published on May 22, the book has already received glowing reviews from bestselling authors. Booker Prize-longlisted author Alison MacLeod has praised the novel as ‘powerful and poignant,’ while US novelist Ann Weisgarber described the book as ‘an astonishing literary achievement.’ West first came across the heartbreaking true story nearly 18 years ago while working as a

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journalist in London. In 2010 she finally sat down to write the novel, and says she was ‘amazed and delighted’ when publisher Pan Macmillan offered her a book deal. “I’m an avid reader and always dreamt of writing fiction. But I found it hard to get started, so I joined Horsham Writers’ Circle for inspiration and advice, and later took an MA in Creative Writing at Chichester University. Writing the first draft was a real challenge – it was a huge time investment with absolutely no guarantee that the book would be published. But I kept going because I wanted so much to tell Hannah’s story. It has haunted me for many, many years, so I was determined to write the book, even if no-one ever read it!” Juliet has signed a two-book deal with Pan Macmillan and is now busy working on her second novel. For more information for to julietwest.com

MIDSUMMER’S EVE

MAGIC FRIDAY 20TH JUNE 6.00pm-9.00pm

Experience the magic of Parham’s award-winning English country garden at dusk on Midsummer’s Eve. Stroll through stunning herbaceous borders full of midsummer colour, indulge in the sensations of the scented rose garden and opulent greenhouses, all whilst sipping on a chilled glass of Prosecco. Tickets are available on the gate. Entry to the Gardens will be just £5 per person with glasses of Prosecco and soft drinks available at an additional cost.

The Garden shop will be open selling over 200 wonderful varieties of herbaceous perennials, all grown at Parham. Parham House and Gardens, Parham Park, Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 4HS T: 01903 742021 E: enquiries@parhaminsussex.co.uk

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Parham ho u se o f ma g i c

Parham will be hosting its 21ST Annual Garden Weekend in July. This hugely popular Garden Weekend will be officially opened in its 21ts year by the celebrity TV presenter Joe Swift, from BBC2s Gardenersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; World programme

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arham has always been a well-loved family home, and only three families have lived here since its foundation stone was laid in 1577. Bought in 1922 by the Hon. Clive Pearson and his wife, Alicia, they found it in a sad state of repair and together revived and restored it with great sensitivity and care. They opened the doors to the public in 1948 and followed by their daughter Veronica Tritton, spent more than 60 years carefully restoring it. They filled the house with a sensitively chosen collection of furniture, paintings and textiles and also bought back items which had originally been in it. What they created at Parham is a rare survival of mid 20th century connoisseurship within a major Elizabethan house. Sir Simon Jenkins (author, editor and chairman of the National Trust since 2008) has placed Parham in his top 20 houses (“England’s Thousand Best Houses”, 2003) and referred to it as a ‘house of magic’. Now owned by a charitable trust, Veronica Tritton’s great-niece, Lady Emma Barnard, is ‘chatelaine’ of Parham

today and lives in the house with her husband and children. Each year Parham hosts a calendar of events for visitors to enjoy and this year these include the Sussex Guild ‘Contemporary Craft Show’ on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th June. Over 30 Sussex-based designers & makers of contemporary and traditional crafts will be at Parham to show and sell their products including ceramics, furniture, glass, jewellery, metalwork, silversmithing, textiles and woodwork. Commented Lady Emma Barnard, chatelaine of Parham, “We are delighted that so many very talented Sussex Guild members are coming to Parham again this year. The beautiful objects they produce, both for display and for sale, always delight and inspire our visitors. I know this year will be no exception.” For more information on Parham and its events, please visit parhaminsussex.co.uk or telephone 01903 742021 or email: enquiries@ parhaminsussex.co.uk.

in july, july Parham will be hosting its “21ST Annual Garden Weekend” on Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th. This hugely popular Garden Weekend will be officially opened in its 21ts year by the celebrity TV presenter, Joe Swift, from BBC2s Gardeners’ World programme. The Garden Weekend attracts a wide spectrum of quality specialist nurseries and is one of the best garden weekends in the South East of England for viewing and buying really top quality plants for your garden. A new attraction for children will be a selection of Traditional Village Fair games to enjoy.

August Parham hosts its 3rd annual “Grow Your Own Festival” In August, on Sunday 17th August. Taking place in the summer holidays, the day is intended for visitors to come and learn about growing their own food – including fruit, vegetables, herbs and animals. Francis Quinn, the 2013 BBC2 Bake-Off programme winner is attending the event and will be running a baking and decorating demonstration. Pippa Greenwood, a plant ‘pathologist’, previous presenter on BBC2s Gardeners’ World and grow-your own expert, will also be attending the event and giving talks. The final event in the 2014 calendar is Parham’s “Autumn Foraging & Estate Life” event on Sunday 28th September. Set in the heart of its own ancient deer-park, the household at Parham would once have been selfsufficient from produce grown and reared on the estate. The event will include attendance by food and drink exhibitors, traditional woodland crafts, there will be guided deer spotting walks into Parham Park as well as fungi walks.

he most spectacular room in the house is on the top floor where the magnificent Long Gallery stretches for over 160ft and is the third longest in England. Its original use was for walking and recreation and even military drilling! Outside there is a beautiful four-acre 18th century walled garden which includes a vegetable garden and orchard and 1920s Wendy house; its spectacular mixed borders and greenhouse provide flowers and plants to decorate every room in the house – a tradition started by Mrs Pearson when Parham first opened to visitors.The adjoining Pleasure Grounds include a lake, specimen trees and a brick and turf maze and the house and gardens are surrounded by some 875 acres of agricultural and forestry land, including designated areas of Special Scientific Interest. The 300 acres of ancient deer park around the house contain fallow deer, with the descendants of the original herd first recorded in 1628.

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doTELL How do I dive into a pool with style and grace? Lifeguard Jacob Priestley passes on some advice for making sure your dive into the pool on your next holiday is more fabulous than belly flop

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irstly, it’s a bit of an obvious one but accidents do happen, so make sure you are certain of the depth of the pool. Diving head first into the shallow end could bring your holiday to an abrupt end. So it helps if you know where the deep water is and is even better if you’ve been in the pool before and found your way around. Standing at the edge, mentally picture yourself diving. Imagine you do it beautifully, just like Tom Daley. Although most people (especially the boys) like to stride up to the water either walking or running and launch into the pool with one foot, you want to dive with a little more sophistication. So, stand with your toes touching the edge and feel the water. Put your feet together and your arms straight beside you.

Now, bend your knees and as you do so, swing your arms back behind your bottom, keeping them straight. Then it’s time for the leap. With all your might, push off from your toes and the ball of your feet forwards and upwards while bringing your straight arms all the way back so they pointing to the sky. Once your feet have left the edge of the pool, curve your spine as though you were doing a sit up. As you approach the water, straighten your body, keeping your hands above your head so they break the water first. Your aim is to be as straight up as you can be, with your feet now pointing to the sky by the time your fingers touch those glistening waters. And let’s not forget to point those beautifully pedicured toes so everyone can tell what a pro you are. And there you have it – no mortifying belly flop, no lost swim shorts or bikini top. Your dignity remains in tact and you can relish in the respect of your fellow hotel guests.

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V a c ainvigoration tion A selection of the world’s most stunning hotel swimming pools

Pelican Hill, California Inspired by the timeless curves of Rome’s famed landmark, the Coliseum Pool is the most strikingly unique swimming pool at any resort – and the heart of The Resort at Pelican Hill®. At the resort’s pleasure forum overlooking endless sea and coastal backdrops, guests gather daily to see and be seen, immerse themselves in the hottest pool scene on the coast, relax under the Southern California sun, and wile away the days pampered by pool attendants in ultra-luxurious private cabanas. Perfectly circular, 136 feet in diameter and three feet deep throughout, the Coliseum Pool is one of the largest circular pools in the world, holding 380,000 gallons of water. It dazzles with classic architecture of vaulted arches, corniced columns and amphitheater of terraced decks. Set like a precious gem amidst this stunning architecture, the pool itself is a work of art. Its radiant blue bottom was created by hand-setting 1.1 million hand-cut glass mosaic tiles. Go to pelicanhill.com

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H o t e l C a r u s o , R av e l l o I ta ly A former 11th century palace set on cliffs beside the Amalfi Coast, Belmond Hotel Caruso seems to drift on a balcony above the Mediterranean Sea. Its ancient walls and ceilings have been carefully preserved to make it a work of art in itself. Stroll through the terraced gardens or take a boat trip to Positano or Roman Pompeii. The infinity pool is at the highest point above the town of Ravello, providing unparalleled and breathtaking views of the coastline below. As you relax in the gently heated water, concierge can bring you an iPod pre-loaded with your choice of music, appetizers or a spritz of Evian to cool you down. Pure indulgence. Go to hotelcaruso.com

Qualia, W h i t s u n d ays Australia A world class luxury resort in the Whitsundays, off the northern east coast of Australia. Qualia is a private world of sensory perfection on Hamilton Island. Pronounced kwah-lee-ah is a Latin word that means a collection of deeper sensory experiences. The hotel is situated on the secluded northern-most tip of Hamilton Island surrounded by all the splendour of the Great Barrier Reef. Go to qualia.com.au

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The Grace Hotel, Santorini An exclusive boutique hotel perched above the world-famous Caldera with breathtaking sunsets. The infinity pool has uninterrupted views for as far as the eye can see. Go to gracehotels.com/santorini

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Delaware Lodge, Waiheke Island, New Zealand This elegant and exclusive boutique hotel is on Waiheke Island, off Aucklandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stunning Hauraki Gulf. The island itself is a 35-minute ferry ride from downtown Auckland and this luxury venue is built on a cliff offering one of the best views of Owhanake Bay. Inspired by the Mediterranean and indigenous New Zealand artworks, this boutique resort was brilliantly designed to form the shape of a traditional Maori fishhook. Go to delamorelodge.com

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Summer s A popular travel company that leads sailing holidays in Mauritius is making it much easier for busy people to take a trip to the region throughout the year

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ollowing the success of its winter sun holiday in Mauritius, which was launched in January, long-established specialist sailing company, Wildwind, has announced that it is extending its programme to include the summer months as well. Under the Wildwind Adventures brand, the new Mauritius summer programme – available from May to October – will offer flexible seven, nine, 10 or 14-night itineraries that are suitable for the whole family, combining sailing with a variety of seasport action and land-based activities, at this stunning Indian Ocean setting. Simon Morgan, a former British National Sailing Champion and Managing Director/ Founder of Wildwind, told Fine Sussex: “Following the success of our Mauritius winter sun programme which, despite having launched just three months ago, has already become the only Royal Yachting Associationrecognised sailing school in the Indian Ocean, we want to give guests the opportunity to experience excellent tuition and topclass equipment all year long. Being open throughout the summer also opens up the holiday to families seeking a summer break that both parents and children will enjoy.” With an impressive reputation for highquality sailing holidays, Wildwind has created a centre in Mauritius that guarantees topclass equipment and personal instruction. With two distinct sailing areas – the protected inner bay offering beginner-friendly light cross-shore breezes, whilst the stronger winds outside the reef are ideal for blasting

and ‘sail-aways’ in controlled out-at-sea sessions – it is perfect for those looking to learn a new sport or to hone existing sailing skills. Lessons are available daily for adults and children aged 6+, with teaching geared entirely to the abilities of the individual, including both land and water-based instruction. Children’s classes are taught in line with the RYA’s Youth Programme. Guests stay at the ocean-front Coral Azur Hotel in Mont Choisy, on the island’s north-west coast – home to one of the longest and most beautiful beaches in Mauritius. The accommodation offers nine bungalows and a combination of double, twin and triple-bed rooms, with several options available for families. A one-week holiday costs from just £1,455 pp (two sharing – children cost from £1,255 pp). The price includes direct British Airways flights to Mauritius (from Gatwick), seven nights’ half-board accommodation and all Wildwind Adventures’ water sport activities, such as sailing, surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, wakeboarding and water-skiing. Upgrade to the Wildwind Adventures Plus programme for just £95 pp, to include a scuba-diving taster, the big catamaran day trip and a tour of the interior of the island, including a visit to the famed local rum factory to sample some ‘liquid sunshine’. For full booking information and prices, go to mauritius.wildwind-adventures.co.uk or call 0844 499 2898.

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Sun, sea &s Santorini has long been a popul ar des tination for thos e lookin g for a luxur y break jus t a few h ours

away. Now, the is land is hot t in g u p even fur ther with the ar rival of a new and s pec ial hotel

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Each suite has clean, crisp, white decor; the very tonic for those who need a calming retreat. You can opt for a jacuzzi suite or a private infinity pool

brand new hotel on the stunning island of Santorini opens this season. The Angels & Stars Suites and Spa has been described as an ‘utterly sumptuous, elegant choice in a modern Cycladic style and the grandest hotel on the island. There are 30 lavish suites, perched up high on the Imerovigli cliffs to give a breathtaking caldera view. Its unique size amongst small boutique hotels makes it a one-to-watch destination. And, despite its vast expanse, it offers a private experience, where personal pools that over-hang the sea make for a special and unique dip. Each suite has clean, crisp, white decor; the very tonic for those who need a calming retreat. You can opt for a jacuzzi suite or a private infinity pool. For dining, two restaurants offer the traditional flavours of the very best Greek cuisine and each dish boasts a more contemporary flair. Other features include views of the Aegean Sea, volcano and sunset, a wine cellar, bar and cave spa (with indoor swimming pool, treatment room and sauna). You can also choose from champagne at sunset and the hotel will also assist you with bookings for restaurants, excursions and car rentals. For more information go to angelsandstars.com

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M u rr ays R E S TA U R A N T

Private Suites Available for Weddings, Meetings & Occasions

Whether it is an intimate wedding, business meeting, or celebrating a special occasion, The Ship Hotel will ensure that all private events are a resounding success. With a distinguished address in the heart of the Chichester and two luxurious private dining rooms, The Ship Hotel is the ultimate venue for celebrating in style. For wedding enquiries please email weddings@theshiphotel.net, for all other enquiries please email enquiries@theshiphotel.net or call 01243 778000 N o r t h S t r e e t , C h i c h e s t e r, W e s t S u s s e x P O 1 9 1 N H 01243 778000 w w w. t h e sh ip h o t e l . n e t w w w. m u r r a y s c h i c h e s t e r. c o m enquiries@theshiphotel.net

s tayc at i o n s This wouldn’t be a travel issue without highlighting the places right here in the county where you can escape the trials of everyday life, without the need for a jet or boat to get you there. Here is our pick of perfect places just a stone’s throw away

Berries & Bubbles at South Lodge Hotel Horsham southlodgehotel.co.uk 01403 891711 Set in 93 acres of stunning Sussex parkland, South Lodge, an Exclusive Hotel, is an ideal location to take a well earned break. Escape here this summer and we’ll welcome you with two delicious summer treats, the perfect start to a perfect break away from it all. In celebration of the famous English strawberry, ‘Berries & Bubbles’ includes overnight accommodation in a luxurious guestroom, full Engligh breakfast, a chilled bottle of Nyetimber English sparkling Classic Cuvee and chocolate dipped juicy strawberries in your room on arrival. You may decide to dine in one of our stunning restaurants as an addition to your stay. Will you choose The Camellia restaurant, home to Steven Edwards, MasterChef: The Professionals 2013 Winner, or the Michelin starred The Pass situated in the heart of our kitchens? Reserve your guestroom for two with breakfast, a bottle of Nyetimber and chocolate dipped strawberries from £230 per room. Available to book until 7 September 2014, based on two sharing and subject to availability.

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Alexander House Hotel and Utopia Spa Turner’s Hill Alexanderhotels.co.uk 01342 714914 Alexander House is one of the area’s most luxurious hotels and a top choice for a Sussex staycation. With five-star status, a glamorous subterranean spa and choice of dining option, there are plenty of facilities to enjoy. Each of the hotel’s 39 bedrooms are stylishly designed and all are finished with a superior handmade vi-spring bed and plump pillows. The spa has 4 pools, 2 relaxation lounges, a spa garden, fitness studio (with classes), and a gym and hair salon. The outdoor facilities are just as impressive with mountain bikes, garden games, tennis court and trekking trail available to guests. DBB breaks start from just £135pp.

The Ship Hotel Chichester theshiphotel.net Recently awarded 4 stars and one rosette by the AA, recommended by Conde Nast Johansen’s and the Michelin Guide, the 36 en suite bedrooms have been newly refurbished to a very high standard and reflect the themes of a selection of Chichester Festival Theatre productions. At The Ship Hotel in Chichester you get the excitement of a buzzing city with the serenity of a top class retreat. Situated close enough to wander to Chichester’s shops, restaurants and cafes, here you are in the midst of the action. However, inside the boutique hotel is a place for relaxing. Newly refurbished, Murray’s restaurant serve sumptuous meals and cocktails. Plus you can enjoy a leisurely afternoon tea. Set in a beautiful Grade II listed building, The Ship was recently awarded four stars and one rosette by the AA, recommended by Conde Nast Johansen’s and the Michelin Guide, the 36 en suite bedrooms have been newly refurbished to a very high standard and reflect the themes of a selection of Chichester Festival Theatre productions.

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BIG BAND ON THE LAWNS: TUNES OF GLORY SUNDAY 20 TH JULY Dance your day away on the glorious lawns of South Lodge with a rousing concert featuring the spectacular Syd Lawrence Orchestra playing a variety of wartime classics such as ‘Pack Up Your Troubles’, ‘My Old Man’ and ‘Roses Of Picardy’ to a stirring wartime sing-along medley! £25 per adult | £12.50 for under 12’s | Ticket & lunch in The Camellia £70 per person

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South Lodge, an Exclusive Hotel, Brighton Road, Lower Beeding, Nr. Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 6PS

Arundel House Arundel arundelhousewestsussex.com 01903 882 136 It’s been called the ‘restaurant with rooms’ but this venue is much more if you’re looking for a place to spend a couple of nights in Sussex. Situated in Arundel, one of the most scenic parts of the county, Arundel House offers the perfect home for exploring the south, Arundel, nearby Amberley or even taking a drive further down to Chichester. Five newly refurbished rooms are as quintessentially English as they come – with carefully selected wooden and antique furniture plus flat screen TVs and exquisite bathrooms for anyone wanting to use the time for a little ‘r n r’.

The Grand Brighton devere-hotels.co.uk 0871 222 4684 If you’re looking for a staycation by the sea, look no further than The Grand in Brighton. Nothing short of an icon, the hotel offers a sanctuary from the city’s hustle and bustle in the form of a relaxing lounge (perfect for afternoon tea), a newly launched seafood restaurant and oyster bar (GB1) and an exquisitely serene spa, tucked away from the rest of the world. Outside the hotel, restaurants, bars and shops are in abundance. Spend a day or two spending some cash in one of the city’s fine jewellery stores, at Hove’s Bang and Olufsen (a short walk from the hotel) or even on an obligatory 99p ice cream cone.

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Get into Golf Membership A relaxed start into the game including: A programme of six lessons 12 rounds of golf on the Park Course with the option to purchase additional rounds through credits £100 of range balls Use of the private Member’s club, The Kennels

Annual fee just £350

For more information telephone 01243 755144 or email golf@goodwood.com Golf At Goodwood, Kennel Hill, Chichester, West Sussex PO18 OPN

www.goodwood.com/golf

Classic car breaks Goodwood Goodwood.com Imagine the thrill of driving a fabulous classic car. The unique sight and sound of a beautifully crafted vehicle can never fail to turn heads. With Goodwood’s new classic car driving experiences you have a chance to drive the car of your dreams - perhaps an E type Jaguar, Austin Healey or AC Cobra or a truly British classic, the Rolls Royce. A collection of very desirable cars are available - some with limited production runs, others with extremely low mileage, but all are in fabulous condition and ready for an amazing day out. Whether you want to spend time driving around the beautiful Sussex Downs, treat a loved one to a memorable day out or perhaps need a vintage car for your wedding, Goodwood has the perfect car for you. From £216, which includes overnight accommodation and full English breakfast for two people and the hire of classic car for the day (subject to availability). To book telephone 01243 775537 quoting “Classic Car Breaks” or email reservations@goodwood.com

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Flight experiences Goodwood Goodwood.com A flight experience is a great way of seeing the local area and enjoying the experience of flight, while having a go at the controls. Your instructor will tailor the lesson to suit you, so whether it is a one-off fun experience, or you are interested in starting your private pilot’s license training, you will have a rewarding experience that you will remember for a long time. Our Warbird Experience in our own original 1943 Harvard IIB is a unique way of seeing the local area whilst experiencing the controls of this wonderful aircraft. Our specially trained instructors will be only too pleased to help you fly this distinguished aircraft with such a fine pedigree. Friends and relatives are welcome to watch you take off on your flight from our front-row balcony and either a picnic lunch can be ordered from the hotel or why not try the Aero Club Café for anything from a cup of tea to a three-course lunch. This experience can be purchased as a 30, 45, or 60 minute flights. This promotion includes a one night stay in a King or Twin room, dinner for two people in the Richmond Arms Restaurant, Goodwood Bar & Grill or The Kennels and full English breakfast and a flight experience for one person.

Packages Cessna 172 Sunday night only from £260 One night stays, Monday - Friday from £290 Saturday night only from £320 1943 Harvard IIB Sunday night only from £450 One night stays, Monday - Friday from £480 Saturday night only from £510 To book this experience please telephone 01243 775537 or email reservations@ goodwood.com

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tensions of modern life, slip into a cosy robe and cocoon yourself in the relaxing atmosphere of the Utopia Spa at Alexander House Hotel. In addition to making full use of our 4 pools and 2 relaxation lounges, you can lie back and indulge in 3 specially chosen spa treatments each! Enjoy a soothing 25 minute body scrub before a relaxing 25 minute back, neck and shoulder massage and 55 minute My Kinda Skin or Executive Male facial. You can spend your day soaking up

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Alexander House Hotel’s latest package offers pure relaxation in a tranquil retreat AG’s is the hotel’s more formal restaurant overseen by Executive Chef Mark Budd, and boasts not one, not two, but three AA Rosettes

f the prospect of rolling countryside, a luxury subterranean spa and hours and hours of peaceful rejuvenation sound tempting, you will love the latest spa breaks offered at Alexander House Hotel and Utopia Spa. Less than an hour from London, Alexander House is a glamorous retreat and celebrity hideaway. Innocently tucked away on Turners Hill near East Grinstead, visitors will arrive to a sweeping driveway, scenic grounds and a grand entrance. Dating back to the 17th century, this gorgeously modern hotel has cleverly styled itself around its historic origins. Fresh, buoyant and cunningly confident colours mingle seamlessly with oak panelling, original brickwork and the latest fabrics. The interiors alone give Alexander House a unique sense of style but there is so much more this hotel has to offer. Each of the 39 bedrooms (19 new suites coming soon!) are completely bespoke yet all have superior handmade vi-spring beds and plush pillows, which have been handmade especially for the hotel. Temple Spa toiletries can be found in the luscious bathrooms and of course, there are huge towelling robes and slippers for each guest. Alexander House has a subterranean spa, which certainly lives up to its name “Utopia”. The four splendid pools comprise of a main pool, hydrotherapy pool with individual seating and personal waterfalls, an indoor bubble tub and outdoor hot tub. If your troubles aren’t quite soaked away, dip into the sauna, steam room or relaxation lounges and we promise they soon will be! There are twenty-five treatment rooms, three of which are double treatment rooms, as well as a hair salon, gym and fitness studio with daily classes.

If you are keen to add a spot of fresh Sussex air to your luxury escape, the 120 acre estate is blissfully captivating. Pick up a map from reception and explore the trekking trail on foot or borrow one of the hotel’s mountain bikes. Garden games, including giant chess and croquet, are also available and the tennis court is the perfect excuse to practice your Wimbledon swing. Come dinner time, you have two restaurants to choose from, although we recommend advanced booking as both are popular with hotel guests and local foodies. AG’s is the hotel’s more formal restaurant overseen by Executive Chef Mark Budd, and boasts not one, not two, but three AA Rosettes. The food journey is quite spectacular and by combining innovative ingredients with South East influences and modern cooking techniques, expect a truly notable feast. Reflection’s Restaurant is less formal yet still utterly delicious. Menus are well considered and abundant in fresh colourful produce. If you’re feeling tempted to escape, COME SPA WITH ME is the latest spa break that includes one night in a chic bedroom with a relaxing twenty-five minute spa treatment each, plus extended use of spa facilities until 1pm on day of departure. You will also receive £30pp towards dinner in your choice of restaurant and a hearty full English breakfast. COME SPA WITH ME starts from just £180pp and all details can be found online. Find Alexander House Hotel and Utopia Spa at Turners Hill, East Grinstead, Sussex RH10 4QD. Call 01342 714914 or go to alexanderhouse.co.uk

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F e e l at h o m e Arundel House has been revitalised by its new owner and an accomplished head chef, so we went to take a look at a place where each customer is treated like a very special guest

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In the evening, glassware reflects the warm lighting to create a twinkling glow – perfect for an evening with friends, family or something more romantic

new privately owned ‘restaurant with rooms’ has opened within an elegant 19th century townhouse in Arundel. Aptly named Arundel House, this is a place you can feel at home – and not just because you can climb a floor or two to your bedroom after dinner. It’s also because the ambience, service and style with which things are done makes you feel like a very special guest. Downstairs, the ground floor is occupied by the restaurant, an intimate experience, made all the more comforting by the fireplace, homely touches like a mirror and table lamps and wooden floors. In the evening, glassware reflects the warm lighting to create a twinkling glow – perfect for an evening with friends, family or something more romantic. Upstairs you will find five newly refurbished bedrooms (one of which is a split-level suite), making this house somewhere for more than just dinner – but a relaxing retreat. It’s also handy if you’ve decided to ditch the car and enjoy a bottle from the impressive wine list. At the helm is Kim Fishlock, a restaurateur with more than a decade’s experience managing restaurants in London. Kim is joined by Reuben Waller, her accomplished head chef who has worked at the likes of The Ivy, Christopher’s and trained under Nicole Dennis. They might seem like surprising credentials given the size and relaxed atmosphere at Arundel House. But

that’s exactly what Kim was hoping for. “I decided to come down from London to create a very unique place. Somewhere with excellent food and wine in a beautiful setting. I think we’ve achieved that. We’ve completely refurbished the building and every detail has been considered from the chairs to the plant pots on the front steps and Reuben’s menu is spectacular, filled with the freshest local ingredients – it’s just a stone’s throw from the castle too, so a really special way to spend an evening.” Customers can enjoy the a la carte menu during the evenings or a set menu for lunches ranging from £16.95. And as well as fine food and drinks, entertainment is also organised regularly. On the last Friday of every month, Julie Stardust, a West End singer, serenades patrons while they dine. It’s one of the most exciting restaurant and guesthouse launches to take place in Sussex in recent years. If it’s quality food and drink you value, blended with the glow of lamplight and comforting décor, you really will feel at home in this house. Arundel House is open Wednesday to Saturday from 11am to 11pm and on Sundays from 11am to 4pm when a Sunday roast is available. Find the restaurant with rooms at 11 High Street. For bookings call 01903 882 136 or for more information go to arundelhousewestsussex.com

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Summer With the holiday season upon us, we asked Waterstones Lewes Bookshop Manager Adam Baldwin to recommend his summer reading favourites

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reading The Luminaries by Eleanor Catton Granta £9.99 Walter Moody has come to make his fortune upon the New Zealand goldfields, but he is soon drawn into a mystery that is as complex and exquisitely patterned as the night sky. Winner of the Man Booker prize,this is an extraordinary piece of fiction.

Hanns and Rudolf by Thomas Harding Windmill £7.99

Don’t Point That Thing At Me by Kyril Bonfiglioli Penguin £7.99 A welcome reissue of the 1973 classic crime caper from Eastbourne’s Bonfiglioli. Irreverent and funny this extraordinary book has been compared to a cross between Ian Fleming and P G Wodehouse. The prefect companion for a long journey.

In the aftermath of the Second World War, the first British War Crimes Investigation Team is assembled to hunt down the senior Nazi officials responsible for the greatest atrocities the world has ever seen. Lieutenant Hanns Alexander is one of the lead investigators, Rudolf Hoss his most elusive target. Hanns and Rudolf tells the gripping story of two German men whose lives diverged, and intersected, in an astonishing way.

The Bloomsbury Cookbook Thames and Hudson £25 Part cookbook, part social and cultural history, this beautiful and captivating book comprises recipes, sketches, paintings, photographs and letters gathered from the dining tables of the Bloomsbury Group.

Flappers by Judith Mackrell Pan £8.99 For many young women, the 1920s felt like a promise of liberty. In Flappers, acclaimed biographer Judith Mackrell follows a group of six women - Diana Cooper, Nancy Cunard, Tallulah Bankhead, Zelda Fitzgerald, Josephine Baker and Tamara de Lempicka - who, between them, exemplified the range and daring of that generation’s spirit. Books are available from Waterstones, Dial House, 220/221 High Street, Lewes, BN7 2AF. Waterstones is to open its new bookshop in the beautiful Dial House building on Lewes High Street. Open from the end of June, just in time to stock up on that all important holiday reading, Waterstones Lewes chic oak bookshelves will be home to a treasure trove of handpicked fiction, travel, history and cookery books amongst others. The bookshop will also boast a Café W, offering handmade cakes and pastries sourced from local artisan bakers and specialist Sussex producers.

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The possibilities are endless. To book your visit at Great Walstead School call 01444 483528 or email registrar@greatwalstead.co.uk www.greatwalstead.co.uk

rai s i ng

readers James Skillicorn, head of Juniors at Great Walstead School, looks at the past and present of teaching reading to young ones and explains how you can nurture your children to become more intelligent, inquisitive little bookworms

eading has been important for hundreds of years. No doubt it will remain important in the foreseeable future. Why is this? Through reading, children can: • More easily unlock their potential in all areas of school • Learn valuable life skills • Become more knowledgeable in a plethora of specific areas • Enter worlds that only exist in story • Develop their own writing skills • Spend hours of enjoyment and in conversation about books they have read Schools have long realised the importance of reading. Reading readiness is promoted in the early years by regular exposure to picture, story and information books. There then follows the careful crafting of phonics training, reading practice, guided reading, book talk and exposure to an ever-widening range of reading material. Children go on to look more closely at a variety of genres by different authors once reading proficiency is established. Genres include novels, poems, plays, biographies, correspondences, and non-fiction works. Throughout school days reading is celebrated in Book Week activities, dramatic performances and author visits to name a few. Examining literature is not done lightly in schools today. For example, as part of their reading lessons most eight-year-old children across the country will be discussing authors’

intentions, examining the roles of the narrators, making predictions, making connections with the works of other authors and with material found in the multi-media, examining a wide range of genres, as well as having fun with their reading. So what can parents do at home? Probably the most important thing that parents can do is to actively show their children that they love reading. By growing up in a house where literature is cherished and discussed, children learn to understand that reading is a multi-faceted and wonderful activity. Parents of very young children can help their children develop reading readiness by sharing books with them from babyhood. For some parents the stage of listening to children reading can be difficult to fit into a busy routine, but it pays huge dividends if this can be done. Surprisingly for some, this time of reading together can develop and strengthen bonds particularly if discussions about the reading material become a regular part of the process. It is also important for parents to understand that children take years to fully develop their reading skills and that some children take longer than others. Along the way some children may look at the reading process as hard work and so will need more nurturing and sensitive encouragement. Some children may develop a preference for a particular type of reading like non-fiction books, for example. Whilst this is to be praised and

Probably the most important thing that parents can do is to actively show their children that they love reading

endorsed, parents should also encourage these children not to ignore other types of literature. In a world where the pace of life is becoming ever faster, schools and homes can be sanctuaries where time is invested in enjoying reading together. The internet, computer games and the way films are repeatedly viewed on DVDs may well be factors that tempt children away from sustained reading. However, these influences are compensated for by the myriad beautifully written and illustrated books now available, and paradoxically by the fact that reading is an integral part of what children play and study on the internet. So it seems that reading will continue to be a vital part of life for many years to come. For more information on Great Walstead School go to greatwalstead.co.uk

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A student who reads one minute a day builds an average vocabulary of 182,500 words; a student who reads twenty minutes a day acquires a whopping 3,650,000 words

why does

reading matter Building vocabulary, increasing cultural awareness and learning the discipline for a marathon not a sprint - Ms Suzanne Triviere, curriculum group leader for Communications and Languages, explains the benefits to our young ones of ‘real’ reading

ou might be surprised at how often we at Burgess Hill School are asked the question ‘why does reading matter?’ And in the age of technology, when information is available at the press of a button (we don’t even need to remember things anymore) and when the world revolves around all-singing, alldancing multi-modal texts, the book does seem to be a bit of an anachronism. To be fair, children are still reading – on laptops, computers and iPad – because words are everywhere. But I am talking about real READING – the kind we did before technology arrived, the kind that involved curling up with a book in the garden on a hot sunny afternoon, or in front of the fire on a cold winter’s night, or under the covers after lights out. This is the kind of reading I remember from childhood, where I didn’t notice time passing and suddenly it was 1.00am and I knew the new school day was fast approaching. I did this recently with a wonderful novel by John Green called The Fault in our Stars (don’t let your children see the film coming out this summer until you have encouraged them to read the book!). I started at 10.00pm and finished at 4.00am and then lay in bed and thanked my lucky stars that it was the holidays and the next day’s damage would be minimal. Then I got to wondering how many of our children really read these days. And why does it matter? The favourite response is that children who read do better at school, even in Maths. They do. But did you know this? A student who reads one minute a day builds an average vocabulary of 182,500 words; a student who reads twenty minutes a day acquires a whopping 3,650,000 words. So reading builds vocabulary and helps students to understand their lessons better. That makes sense. It also helps them write; consistent exposure to challenging new vocabulary and sentence structures in well-written books helps them to express

themselves more precisely and in imaginative and original ways. Children’s cultural and general knowledge improves immeasurably if they have read stories from Africa or Australia or America, about people living now or a hundred years ago - like Sarah in The Little Princess, or four hundred years ago like Nathan who travelled back to Shakespeare’s time in The King of Shadows, or even six hundred years ago like Gabriel who becomes a travelling player in a Little Lower Than The Angels. There are thousands of great novels from which children can learn about our world. So reading lets us travel in time and space. And the characters we meet teach us about people too, and when we understand people, we understand how relationships work. That’s a life skill that can’t be bettered. So far, so good. But the most significant reason that reading a book is important is that it builds concentration. Most digital texts are bite-size, literal, factual and informative. They are written to be accessible to a wide audience and to communicate minimal detail. Vocabulary is limited. Sentences are straightforward. Paragraphs are short. Meaning is literal. In athletic terms – it’s a sprint, straight down the line. In contrast, reading (real reading) is a marathon requiring discipline and commitment, patience and stamina, persistence and endurance; a story may be fascinating and exciting and thought-provoking but it might also be hard and it might be challenging, because the language is rich and complex and the ideas sophisticated and profound – essentially, all the richness of the world crystallised in a great book. Didn’t Harry Potter prove that? Reading builds the essential skills needed for success in all walks of life. It really is that important. Burgess Hill School for Girls, Keymer Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0EG Marketing Department – 1st May 2014

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Saturday 20th September 2014 at 10.00am An opportunity to enjoy a tour of the school and to meet the Head and key staff. To register your interest, please contact our Registrar, Mrs Jo Coveney, on 01403 282 573.

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Photos from the Junior Production, ‘Olivia!’ courtesy of Splaat Media.

As skills are taught, ‘learning to read’ turns into ‘reading to learn’ and the independence of knowing how to further understanding is developed

English at

Farlington Sarah Welsh, Year 4 teacher and English specialist in the Prep School at Farlington, explains how they bring the subject to life and develop pupils’ reading and learning skills throughout their time there

t Farlington Prep School, our aim in English is to enable every girl to write in a variety of genres, showing an appreciation of well chosen vocabulary and an understanding of the importance of correct grammar. Our well stocked libraries offer a wide choice of reading matter, and the phonic approach is taught from the start and built on throughout the junior years. There are numerous opportunities for performing and practising speaking and listening skills, as well as learning by heart also features in events ranging from the nativity play to the Prep 5 and 6 production, with class assemblies a feature throughout each term. All of these initiatives reinforce the School’s ethos, ‘We educate for confidence’. Creative activities are planned to enable the girls to write from a wide spectrum of fiction and non-fiction texts. We successfully cover the main elements of the National Literacy Strategy and take it a step further, linking its themes across other curricular subjects and giving each task a real purpose. Handwriting is given a high priority in each year group with ink pens being used from Prep 3, but ICT also comes into its own for both longer and shorter pieces throughout the School. Carefully selected class novels are chosen in the Junior School to highlight language, structure and themes, while encouraging the

girls to include similar examples in their own work. We pride ourselves on introducing the girls to the works of Shakespeare, to instil a basic understanding and love of some of his plays, so that when they meet his works later in their Senior School career they have already had a positive experience. To this end in the Junior School, we look at A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Romeo and Juliet and, finally, Macbeth. This culminates in a trip to the Globe Theatre in Prep 6, where the girls can experience the words of the Bard, through an actor-lead workshop and then recite his lines on the actual stage, something that they will never forget. The girls learn to read using a wide range of books, not just from Reading Schemes, and have plenty of positive role models to look up to. We involve the girls from the Senior School in this, when our enthusiastic Year 9 and 10 girls come on a weekly basis to do ‘Paired Reading’ with the Pre-Prep pupils and Lower Juniors. As skills are taught, ‘learning to read’ turns into ‘reading to learn’ and the independence of knowing how to further one’s understanding is developed. By the end of the Prep School, we can certainly confirm that English lessons help to prove that, ‘We educate for confidence’. For more information go to farlingtonschool.net

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Bravura London founder, Amanda Elias, passes on her advice to chaps on how best to maintain and protect their skin both today and for the future

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Start by mixing a little sugar and olive oil together and scrub your hands for roughly a minute, rinse off and then apply some of the olive oil in to your dry hands

on’t use a moisturiser that contains alcohol or perfume after shaving, use a gentle moisturiser. It’s essential to moisturise so that you rehydrate the skin. Shaving will strip the skin of its natural moisture. DO use a face gel/wash for oily, combination skin when cleansing – and a cream cleanser for dry skin. DON’T dry shave, this can seriously irritate and dry out the skin. Always use a shaving gel or oil. If you have sensitive skin, avoid any products that contain menthol. DO use any brand. When it comes to skincare, you don’t have to use just the brands targeted for men. If you have similar skin complaints to your girlfriend/mother/ sister ask to try their products to see how they work for you. DON’T rub or pick dry lips; apply a lip balm regularly throughout the day, a stick lip balm is easier and quicker to apply then the balms in little pots. DO exfoliate dry hands (remove the dry, dead skin) and then moisturise. Start by

mixing a little sugar and olive oil together and scrub your hands for roughly a minute, rinse off and then apply some of the olive oil in to your dry hands. For best results, gently warm the olive oil (warm not hot), apply to your hands and then cover your hands with a pair of cotton socks. Leave for a few hours or for even better results, leave on overnight. DO N’T leave sweaty skin after a workout. If you notice breakouts on your body after exercising, use a medicated wash to cleanse the skin as soon as possible after each session. If you don’t have time to shower, quickly wipe over your skin with a clean, cotton flannel and change out of your sweaty workout clothes. Always use a clean flannel and towel. Esteemed within the skincare industry, mumof-three and founder of Bravura, Amanda Elias is an expert when it comes to all things parenting, skincare and beauty. For more information go to bravuralondon.com

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Hearing&caring South East Hearing Care Centres is renowned for providing an exceptional standard of care. But as director Robert Davies points out, giving back to those in need is equally as important

ou may have already experienced the high standard of care and treatment from South East Hearing Care Centres, and if you read the feature on the company in the last issue of Fine Sussex you’ll be up to speed on the advanced, invisible ‘Lyric’ hearing aids that they specialise in. Known colloquially as the ‘contact lens for the ears’, South East Hearing Care Centres are the only approved and accredited provider of Lyric hearing aids in West Sussex & Hampshire and the only group with four renowned ‘Lyric Centres.’ However whilst a high standard of care is imperative to the ethos of the company, director Robert Davies and his team go to great lengths to give time and money back into the community, in addition to various charities. Not content with just helping people hear better in the South East, Robert took his mission more than 4,000 miles away to a school for deaf children in a remote village in Kenya. Located on the lush green slopes of Mount Kenya in Murkurewe-ini District, the village stands at an impressive altitude of 1,495m, only one hour’s drive from the equator. Robert told Fine Sussex: “I met an MP from the region at an event here in the UK in 2002. He told me about the school where there were some 100 students – a mixture of deaf, partially deaf and full hearing children that relied almost completely on charitable funding and donations. I knew we could help, so we offered to support the facility.” It’s been a relationship that spans more than a decade. Robert visits the Reverend Muhoro School for the Deaf on an annual basis to staff a clinic as well as carry out a consultation and treatment service with equipment donated to the school. He added: “On my first visit in 2003 when we travelled out to donate an audiometer there were only six deaf boys; now the school is home to nearly 300 students, a mixture of boys and girls. It is something I am very passionate about. To help a school like this, where access to good audiologists or care for one’s hearing and ears is limited, is something I feel a responsibility to do. I was determined to do as much as I could for them.”

to victory and won the Over 40s race. Last year saw them take part in Horsham’s very own ‘Giraffe Trail’, organised by the Horsham Rotary Club. This event involved 50 giraffes, all bought, decorated and displayed by local business as part of a competition and children’s trail, prior to auctioning them off. South East Hearing Care Centre’s giraffe, named ‘Decibel’, was sold for £200 and therefore enabled the Centre to giving something back to the community at the core of their business, sponsoring Hearing Dog, Aslan, through his training until he becomes a companion and lifeline for someone with hearing difficulties. Robert said: “I may run a business, but I also believe I have a responsibility to use any means possible to help people who might deserve it or who may not be able to pay for hearing care themselves. That’s why we offer free fitting and follow-up appointments for eligible veteran servicemen and women. For as long as I’m here and we’re all able to provide high standards of hearing care, we will also be doing our bit for other people. We are not just about business, we really do care, and as much as we strive to provide hearing solutions for those already experiencing hearing loss, we have a mission to inform and educate, to prevent the latest generation creating their own hearing loss in a world full of new and unknown technology. To find out more about South East Hearing Care Centres’ involvement in the community, the progress of Aslan, and their work with the Reverend Muhoro School, just visit www.hearingcarecentres.co.uk South East Hearing Care Centres are specialists in Invisible Hearing Solutions. It prides itself on keeping abreast of all the latest technology available, to include; accessories and hearing protection. For more information about South East Hearing Centres, go to www.hearingcarecentres.co.uk or to book a FREE Consultation worth £35* call 01403 218863 quoting ‘finesussex’. *Excludes Lyric The Centre at Horsham is set in one of Bishopric’s oldest buildings, over 500 years old, offering clients a relaxed and friendly environment to seek confidential advice on hearing solutions. Find the Centre at 22 Bishopric, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1QN.

The generous charitable work by South East Hearing Care Centres doesn’t stop in Kenya. Closer to home, the team of audiologists and their other staff members place a great importance on giving back to the local community. Wherever possible, Robert tries to get involved in fundraising and sponsorship activities that will benefit either the people living in the area or those less fortunate. The most recent example was the annual pancake race – an event organized in Horsham town centre to help raise money for various local charities. Despite stiff competition and some very British wet weather, ‘Flippin’ Ears’ flipped

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the guide to

digital marke Run a business or work with online media in your job? Here’s the latest on how you can attract (and keep) customers in the age of digital

hilst there is still a place for traditional marketing, a business owner would be foolish not to recognise the need to really concentrate on all the elements that make up digital marketing. To put it in simple terms, digital marketing uses electronic media to promote and market brands and businesses. It encompasses many areas including SEO (Search Engine Optimisation), social media, email marketing and PPC (Pay Per Click). Here are five top tips for helping your business achieve digital success:

Have a plan Too many times have I seen business owners taking a haphazard, scatter gun approach to digital marketing. Before you even start, create a plan. Use Google Docs to build a spreadsheet calendar for the next six months, plot out your major company, industry and national events and plan your blogging, social media and email marketing strategies around this. Share this editable document with your team members so they can see what content is being published and who’s responsible for creating it. Map out tweets, Facebook posts or LinkedIn posts well in advance and then schedule them using tools such as HootSuite or TweetDeck. Know when you are going to send those emails and publish those blog posts well in advance.

Know your ideal customer and create content for them Do some research and ask yourself ‘who is my perfect client?’ Scale it down to an individual – picture a real person and you will find it easier to tailor your information to attract and engage them.

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Don’t be a robot or talk about yourself too much Whilst you should have a plan and schedule standard information to tell the world, make sure you have access and time to be reactionary and reply to any comments or questions as quickly as possible. Remember the 80/20 rule of 20% promotional content, 80% non-promotional content. People get turned off if you only talk about yourself, your products or services. Users of social media don’t want to be sold to so create interesting content. Keep it relevant but find angles and share other information 80% of the time. Sparingly introduce them to your brand and offers once you’ve built up their trust.

Use paid advertising on social media Focussing on Facebook for this one, the social network recently made changes to business pages to reduce the amount of organic reach. What this means is all those well thought out, targeted and scheduled posts you are putting out could only be reaching 2% of your page’s fans! It’s true that Facebook is more likely to show your content if it includes images and video and also learns who interacts by commenting and liking the information and shows future posts more often. However, you need to use their paid options too to get the best from your efforts. You don’t have to break the bank. For as little as £1, you can boost a post to reach 1000’s of people. What’s more, you can choose who they appear to. Select people in a certain age range, within a particular distance from the town centre you operate from and with

eting People get turned off if you only talk about yourself, your products or services. Users of social media don’t want to be sold to so create interesting content

specific interests. Being able to select from these demographics means that you can really reach out to the people that matter. You can choose from a variety of paid advertising types; to boost page likes, target a click through to a relevant page of your website and let people claim an offer that can be redeemed in store or online. In a very recent development, you’ll soon be able to remarket to users that have previously visiting your website via Facebook by showing your ad to remind them to come back!

What is wants to see is a well constructed website that loads quickly and has lots of well written, relevant and unique content. Once it’s seen that, it wants to see relevant websites linking to you in the most natural way possible. Make sure you pick a good web designer, host your site in the UK and consider your user at every turn. Try to develop good relationships with relevant third parties that will link to your website for a good reason that will benefit users and you won’t go far wrong.

Be natural with your SEO

So there we have it, five tips to consider when putting your digital marketing plans together. Remember what may work for someone else might not be right for you though, so there is always an element of trial and error. Test and measure and find what’s right for your business – and your audience!

SEO or Search Engine Optimisation is the process of making your site as visible as possible to Google for selected search terms. Since I could fill this whole magazine with advice on SEO, I’m going to pick out the very best tip I can offer – be natural and don’t try to trick Google! Updates to Google’s search algorithm over the past few years means that the world’s number one search engine is more sophisticated than ever.

Dan Purchase is managing director of BritWeb, a digital agency based in Horsham. For more information go to britweb.co.uk or call 01403 261491.

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IN THE DIARY Veuve Clicquot on tour For the first time this summer, Veuve Clicquot embarks on a tour of the UK, taking its glamorous 50’s style Airstream to key season events and festivals around the country. The ‘party on wheels’ combines art, design and a DJ space alongside a bar serving bottles and magnums of chilled Veuve Clicquot. Tinie Tempah’s innate and unique ability to fuse different sounds combined with Veuve Clicquot’s style, touch and twist makes for the perfect collaboration with Veuve Clicquot’s Airstream tour 2014. Renowned for his unique blend of genres to create his own awardwinning and intoxicating style of music, Tinie Tempah, along with his record label Disturbing London, have hand picked incredible DJ talent to perform at several key sporting and festival events this summer. These include Goodwood Festival of Speed (17 - 21 June), Veuve Clicquot Polo on the Beach at Watergate Bay (5 - 6 July) and Festival No.6 (5 - 7 September). Tinie Tempah will be attending the Veuve Clicquot Gold Cup as part of the Airstream Tour 2014. Held at Cowdray Park on the 20 July, the Veuve Clicquot Gold Cup is regarded as one of the most prestigious polo matches and social events of the summer season. Tinie Tempah told Fine Sussex: “To me, Veuve Clicquot is all about spontaneity: it’s about enjoying life and doing so in style. I experienced this first hand at the Veuve Clicquot Gold Cup in 2012, which combined some of my favourite things: a fun crowd, great energy, and the English Countryside. I’m excited to be collaborating with Veuve Clicquot this year to support local musical talent throughout the UK, selecting some of the top emerging British DJs to perform in conjunction with the Airstream Tour, culminating at the 2014 Gold Cup Final.”

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