Golden Times March 2016 by Golden Times

Goldentimes Mar/Apr 2016

Your FREE guide to active living for the over 50s in EAST SUSSEX

Inside this issue:

• Local events guide • Spring Gardening tips. • Details of local clubs & associations. • Advice & inspiration from our regular columnists • Recipes, health & fitness, and much, much more! To advertise in Golden Times call Matt on 020 3137 2406 or email mattm@media-shed.co.uk

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elcome to the March edition of Golden Times. We're back brimming with ideas for things to do and places to go as we say goodbye to winter and wish a warm welcome to the springtime! Our regular columnists are on-hand to provide inspiration and information in equal measure. I'm really pleased to mention that we have some readersubmitted photographs on page 12, in what I hope will become a regular feature. Whilst on that subject, this month's cover photo features the ancient and beautiful Pevensey Castle. I took this shot during some warm autumn sunshine, whilst delivering the September edition of Golden Times. Thanks go to all of our wonderful advertisers for supporting us, I do hope you all enjoy the magazine - Jason.

CONTENTS 04. 04. 06. 08. 12. 13. 14. 16. 16. 20. 20. 23. 24. 30.

Franks Column - Adventures in the Pacific Walking for Health Event Listings Counselling by Julia Meanwell Scenic Sussex - Readers photographs Local Clubs & Associations Living the Alexander way of life by Liz Jeffries Event Listings Ageing with style with Michele Duke Tricia's Column - Spring Competition - Win Theatre tickets! Spring tips from Phoenix Gardening Creative writing corner Wasabi Tuna burger recipe from Faz Razeen

The Golden Times Team:

Jason - Editor

Debby - Director

Frank - Travel

Tricia - Columnist

MichĂ¨le - Fashion

Julia - Relationships

Faz - Cookery

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Walking for Health - Your local weekly walk diary Walking is a fantastic way to stay fit, and a great way to get out and meet new people while enjoying some fresh air! EAST SUSSEX HEALTH WALKS : MONDAYS: Hastings Old Town: Meet at 2pm opposite the Jenny Lind pub, High Street. Hastings: Mindfulness walk, 2nd and 4th Monday each month at 1pm, Alexandra Park Cafe. Rye: Starting at 10am at Gibbets Marsh car park, Udimore Road. Sidley: Meet at 11am on Sidley Green. Ticehurst: Meet at 10.30am Pickford Lane car park. TUESDAYS: St. Leonards: Meet at 11am, inside the WRVS centre, South Street. Robertsbridge: Meet 9.30am, outside the Youth Centre, The Grove. Hampden Park, Eastbourne: 10.30am outside Lakeside tea chalet, Hampden Park Drive. WEDNESDAYS: Alexandra Park: 12 noon at the Cafe in the Park. Ashdown House: 1pm meet outside E-floor reception, Sedlescombe Road North, St Leonards. Heathfield: 10am at the clock tower on the High Street. THURSDAYS: Hastings Town Centre: Starting at 2pm outside Rye Bay Kitchen, Robertson Street. FRIDAYS: Battle: 10am opposite Battle Abbey on The Green. Church Wood: Starting at 10.30am at Church in the Wood car park, Church Wood Drive, Hollington. Bexhill: 11am, in the foyer of the De La Warr Pavilion. Eastbourne Shinewater: Meet at 10.30am outside the Co-Op on Milfoil Drive.

SATURDAYS: Ore Health Walk: Meet at 10.30am outside Ore Community Centre, Old London Road. Contact Paula Hubens - 07740 899 559 WORKOUT WALKS FROM THE BEACH PAD: TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS: St Leonards: Meet at 1.15pm outside the beach cafe side of Azur at Marina Pavilion. Half an hour of power walking, breathing, stretching & strength exercises with Debi Arnold, health coach and personal trainer. www.thebeachpad.com EASTBOURNE AGE CONCERN, WALKING FOR WELLNESS: MONDAYS: Eastbourne: Seafront walk starting at 10.30am at the Lifeboat Museum opposite Carlisle Road. WEDNESDAYS: Hampden Park: Starting at 10.30am, at the Lakeside Tea Chalet. THURSDAYS: Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne: Starting at 10.30am outside Bright Ideas in Sovereign Harbour. Three mile circular walk finishing at a cafe. Age concern also run monthly, seasonal walks find out more from Liz Maxtead - 01323 638474 MONDAYS: Pevensey Bay: at 9.45am outside Pevensey Bay library. Suitable for older walkers. Contact Louise Clarke â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 01892 602881 FURTHER INFORMATION: www.walkingforhealth.org.uk www.ageconcerneastbourne.co.uk

Frankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Travels - Touring the Pacific It is 5 years now since I started writing my travel column for Golden Times magazine. During that time I have received so many positive comments that, for the benefit of those readers who may have missed the stories first time round, I have decided to relive my travels across the Pacific. My Pacific journey was a 65th birthday present to myself and kicked-off 15 years ago, so I'm sure you will forgive any memory or geographical lapses. As the new year of 2001 dawned, the itch in my feet was starting to get completely out of control. It seemed that every newspaper or magazine I read was full of advertisements for sun-soaked holidays in faraway places, and as I was retired and just doing voluntary work I had nothing nailing my butt to a desk so eventually the temptation became too strong. By February my feeble resistance had completely dissipated and I found myself spreading a large scale map of the world on my bedroom floor, and just staring at it. As I looked at where I might venture off to my mind wandered back to my days in the army when, compliments of the British taxpayer, I had seen service in a huge chunk of real-estate stretching from Zambia, and Kenya, through the Gulf states then Malaysia, Borneo, and Australia, and that's when a bell rang in my head. "PACIFIC" Yes indeed, there staring me in the face was an area of the planet completely undiscovered by this intrepid explorer! Time to start getting serious. As we all know, the longest journey begins with the first step, and step no.1 for me was to start working on an outline itinerary with a start, and finish point. Heathrow Airport in London seemed like a good idea for start, and finish so now all I had to do was develop an interesting route. As I studied the map the Hawaiian Island of Maui with it's capital of Honolulu, and Pearl Harbour kept catching my

eye so I decided that this spot would be ideal for kick-starting a journey across the Pacific to New Zealand via as many Islands as I could fit in. Step 2 found me on the 'phone to a reputable travel agency based in London, and it turned out to be my lucky day as the young woman who answered my call was the answer to a prospective traveler's prayer. I gave her a very loose idea of my proposed itinerary, and assured her of my flexibility as far as departures etc; were concerned. Having asked me a number of pertinent questions she then told me she would ring me back in an hour which she duly did. I had made her job a little easier by not requesting prebooked accommodation so what she came up with was a "Round the World" flexi ticket which would enable me to use Air New Zealand like a hop-on hop-off bus service, brilliant! From Maui all I had to do when I was ready to move on was to phone ANZ at the airport and book myself on the next Island Hopper. I never worry about pre-booking a place to lay my head as all civilized airports have accommodation bureau's which, however small the airport is, will provide a service even in the middle of the night. I booked my flight there and then, and 5 days later I arrived at Heathrow with my weather-beaten backpack and battered bush hat. As my NZ flight took off, and headed into the setting sun I settled down in my seat ready for the long direct haul to Los Angeles where I would change flights and head West for Maui and the beginning of 4 months of interesting , and at times hilariously funny episodes. Roll on Honolulu, and maybe even Fiji?? Until the next time watch how you go, stay healthy, and enjoy living - Frank

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Event Listings Spring Time Barn Dance 5th March, 7pm Grovelands School Hall, Hailsham, BN27 3UW with the Spinning Jenny Band Tickets: £10 pp/ kids free. Refreshments available plus exclusive raffle on night. Tel 01323 840382 or 07904 866328 Battle Spring Fair 5th March 10am to 3pm Battle Memorial Hall, Battle High Street, Battle. An array of handmade items as well as a delicious choice of foods. Craft Fayre 5th March 10am to 2pm Northiam Village Hall, Main St, Northiam. 30 stalls featuring a variety of quality local crafts, free parking & refreshments available. northiambonfiresociety.co.uk Beauty & Wellness Workshop 9th March 7pm A fun evening learning how to look and feel fabulous over 50. Skincare, MakeUp & Nutrition. £10 St Leonards Call Michèle on 07801 621310 for more details Pevensey Bay Country Market Every Fri, March 11th. December 16th ( excluding Good Friday, March 25th open Thurs 24th. March.) 10.15 a.m. until 11.30 a.m. at St. Wilfrids Church Hall FREE ENTRY on the 55 & 99 bus routes contact number 01323 768994 Cancer Research UK Coffee Morning 12th Mar, 10am - 12pm Little Common Community Centre, Shepherds Close. Various Stalls Admission £1.00 to include Tea or Coffee and Biscuits. Tel 01424 844992 Dancing and Teaching with the Royal Ballet, 13th March, Hydro Hotel,

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Quiz and Curry Evening 17th March 7 for 7.15pm The Chilli Tree Restaurant, King Offa Way, Bexhill. Organised by the Sara Lee Trust fundraising group. £15 inc welcome drink, quiz & buffet, teams of 4 or 6. To book 01424 420264

Over 50's Make Up Tutorial. 23rd March 11am Hands-on learning how to chose and apply the perfect skincare and makeup for your face. Refreshments included. St Leonards. Call Michèle on 07801 621310.

Arts, Crafts, Gifts & Produce Fair 19th March10am – 3pm St. Barnabas Church, Sea Road, Bexhill, TN40 1JG Refreshments served all day. Visitor parking, Free entry. Full disabled access. A donation from proceeds is made towards the restoration of the church. www.facebook. com/saturdaycraftfairs

Battle Marbles Matches 25th March 10am - 12pm Battle Abbey Green, Battle Local Teams compete in this traditional annual competition dating back to 1945. Fancy Dress competition, childrens' easter bonnet parade. For more details & to enter contact 01424 775169. marbles@battlechamber.org

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Scenic Sussex After publishing a few of my own snaps in the last issue of Golden Times, I'm delighted to be able to print some of the brilliant photographs sent in by our talented readers. Top left is Ashley Hemsley's photograph of the sun rising at low tide on Eastbourne beach. Definitely worth getting out of bed to capture such a great shot. Next is a shot of the South Downs in the mist, taken by Robin Levett from Pevensey. A stunning combination of cloud & mist taken North West of Lewes. Many of you will recognise the iconic silhouette of Bexhill's seafront in the delightfully atmospheric sunset shot sent in by Linda McCann who has recently moved to Bexhill. At the bottom of the page is another shot from Ashley Hemsley who has used multiple exposures to capture a wonderfully ethereal photograph of Seaford Needle from the clifftops. In the background of the page, I've included a shot I took of Rock-a-Nore beach taking a battering from Storm Imogen. Thank you to all of our contributors, I look forward to sharing more images in future issues - Jason

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Bexhill Royal British Legion bexhillroyalbritishlegionclub.co.uk 01424 212215

Age Concern Eastbourne William & Patricia Venton Centre Tel : 01323 638474

Bexhill Sailing Club Tel: 01424 212906 bexhillsc.co.uk

Eastbourne & District Philatelic Soc. Meets each Thu at 7.30pm St John Ambulance Brigade HQ, Bourne St, Eastbourne. www.eastbournestampclub.co.uk

Anderida Writers, E'bourne Tel: Tony Flood 01323 471726 or Elizabeth Wright 01323 503952

Bexhill Theatre Supporters Club Tel: 01424 213981 Meets 1st Friday in the month.

Arlington Arts Group Thu eves, Arlington Village hall www.arlingtonartsgroup.co.uk

Breathe Easy Bexhill Supporting people with lung conditions 077616 98423 Cercle Francais d’Eastbourne once a month on Friday 7.15pm Tel: 01323 504262 www.cf-eastbourne.com

Battle Lions Club battlelionsclub@gmail.com Tel : 0845 8335826 Battle Rotary Club 01424-774447 battlerotary.org.uk Bexhill Club of Past Rotarians Meets 2pm, 1st Wed each month, Northern Hotel, Sea Rd, Bexhill. Bexhill Down Afternoon Townswomen’s Guild Meets 2nd Weds each month 2pm Tel: 01424 216150 or 844639 Bexhill Diabetes Support Group. www.bexhill-diabetes.co.uk 01424 732878 Bexhill Harmony Ladies Choir Meets Thursday evenings 7pm Parkhurst Hall, Bexhill 01424 844639 www.bexhillharmony.co.uk Bexhill Hanoverian Study Group Local history club meets 3rd Tues each month 01424 212932 Bexhill International Folk Dance Group 1st & 3rd Thurs of each month 01424 222382 Bexhill & District Probus Club Meets 4th Thursday each month Tel : 01424 552872 Bexhill Lions Club www.bexhill-lions.org Tel : 0845 8330591 Bexhill Model Railway Club Meets weekly bexhillmrc.org.uk Tel :01424 225043 Bexhill Marina Townswomen's Guild Tel: 01424 211140 Bexhill Over 55 Club 45 Eversley Rd. Bexhill Tel : 01424 212911 Bexhill Rotary Club 01424 843975 bexhill.rotaryweb.org

Cooden Beach Sports & Social Club Tel: 01424 844810 cbssc.co.uk Crafts 4 U Meets 1st Thursday of each month, St Marthas Church Hall, Little Common. 01424 216242 or 853847

Hastings and St Leonards Association of National Trust Members Contact: Mrs Anne Morris Telephone: 01424 437035

Eastbourne Photographic Society epscameraclub.co.uk

Polegate Twinning Assoc. Participate in visits to France & Germany & other social events. Tel : 01323 486921

Eastbourne Parkinsons' Assoc. Meet 4th Tues each month at Christ the King Catholic Church, Princes Rd Tel : 01273 512204

Hastings Scottish Country Dance Club Thursdays, 7.30pm, Arthur Easton Centre, St Michaels Hospice.

Rotary Club of Senlac Meet every Wednesday 7.00 for 7.30 at Cooden Beach Hotel Contact 01424 272012 Website www.senlacrotary.org

Eastbourne Rotary Club eastbournerotary.org.uk

Hastings & Rother University of the 3rd Age Tel : Sian Trevellion 07970727180

Rother Valley Design & Fine art Soc. Meet every 3rd Monday in the Month at 2.00pm 01424 425099 or 07737316 183

Hastings & St Leonards Angling Association Tel: 01424 431923 hstlaa.webs.com

Rother Seniors Forum 01424 870801 rotherseniorsforum.org.uk

Eastbourne Seniors Club Tel: 01323 728157 eastbourneseniorsclub.org.uk Eastbourne Seniors Forum Tel: 01323 479846 esf.online.org

Cuckmere Valley Petanque Club Sundays, Tues & Weds Tel: 01323 645120

Hastings & St Leonards Royal Air Forces Association Tel: 01424 430250 rafahastings.co.uk

East Sussex Townswomen's Guild Tel: 01424 753108 or 01424 213207

Diabetes UK, Hastings & Rother Voluntary Group Tel: 07974 356653

Hastings & St Leonards Seniors Forum 01424 424693 hssf.org.uk

Eastbourne and District Soroptimists (Women’s Organisation) 2nd and 4th Monday of the month 01323 769004 sigbi.org.uk

Hastings & St.Leonards Veterans Association (HSVA) 1st Sat each month 10:30 White Rock Hotel 01424 420541 bob.marden@btinternet.com

Eastbourne Area Epilepsy Grp eaeg.org.uk 01323 504893

Friends of the E'bourne Hospital Tel: 01323 438236 www.esht.nhs.uk/friends/ eastbourne

Hastings WW Social Club Meet at EHSAA on the stade Thu eves 8pm, Eunice Britten, Secretary - 01424 428694

Eastbourne Association of Sussex Folk 3rd Monday each month St Saviours Church Hall, South Street 7.30pm. Tel: 01323 763163 or 737073

The Green Lawn Tennis Club. 68-70 Tower Rd West, St Leonards. Tennis for all ages. www.thegreenltc.co.uk or Phillip on 01424 422025

Hooe Open Group (Ladies Club) Tel Edna Wallis on 01424 842591

Eastbourne Lions Club www.eastbournelions.net Tel : 0845 8332705

Hailsham & District University of the Third Age contact: www.hailshamu3a.co.uk

Eastbourne Dickens Fellowship 7pm, 2nd Mon of each month at Arlington Arms, Seaside. 01323 646659 or 471615

Hailsham Horticultural Soc. hailshamhorticulturalsociety. blogspot.uk

Eastbourne Angling Club eastbourneanglingclub.com

Pett Royal British Legion Tel: 01424 814866

Hastings & St. Leonards Ladies Miniature Golf Club Tues pm. White Rock Gdns. Rita 01424 433178 or Betty 01424 422381.

Eastbourne & District Trade Union Club 48 Seaside, 01323 727703

Eastbourne AM Rotary Club www.eastbourneamrotary.org

Polegate Painting/Sketching Group Meets Mon 7pm and Tues 9.45am Tel: 01323 484568 or 487510

Eastbourne Gilbert & Sullivan Society www.eastbournegands.com 01323 767193

Harbour Friends Wednesdays at the Sovereign Harbour Yacht Club harbourfriend@googlemail.com www.harbourfriends.co.uk

Eastbourne & District Old Time Dancing Club 7.30 each Weds Summerheath Hall Hailsham 01323 728332

Hastings Central Townswomen's Guild. 4th Friday of each month Unitarian Church, South Terrace, Hastings, 01424 754591

Eastbourne & District Osteoporosis Support Group 2nd Tues of each month excl. Jan, Feb & Aug., 2.30pm, Victoria Baptist Curch, Eldon Rd, Ebourne Tel : 07591637753

Hastings & E Sussex Philatelic Society 1st & 3rd Thu of each month at The John Taplin Centre, St Leonards. Tony Calton 01424 434496 Chris Dadswell 01424 44477

Ladies Friendship Club Meet 1st Wed of the Month Tel: 01424 348746 Lions Club of Hastings Tel: 01424 435564 hastingslions.org.uk Little Common Bridge Club Thu afternoon 01424 216746 Little Common Horticultural Society Meets 2nd Friday Each month. Visit: www.lchs.co.uk Little Common Morning Townswomens Guild 4th Thurs each month Tel 01424 843163 Little Common Probus Club Meets 2nd Tuesday each month. 01424 892428 Old Hastings Club 39a High St, Hastings. 01424 43194

Royal Signals Assoc. Meet 2nd Thurs each month 8pm at TA centre on Seaside, Eastbourne. 01424 851701 Royal Voluntary Service: Russel Centre, Eastbourne. Tel: 01323 412279 Isabel Blackman Centre, Winding Street, Hastings. Tel: 01424 446428 Isabel Blackman Club, South Street, St Leonards. Tel: 01424 426090 Rye & District Day Centre Tues & Weds each week 01797 226535 Rye & District Lions Club 0845 8332825 Rye Royal British Legion Tel: 01797 222564 ryebritishlegion.org.uk Sidley Friendship Club 3rd Monday of each month at All Saints Church Hall, Sidley. For over 50s. Tel 01424 730961 Silverhill Townswomens Guild. 1st Monday of each month, St Matthews Church Hall, Silverhill, St Leonards Tel 01424 436483 Sovereign Polyphony Eastbourne's female harmony choir. www.sovereignpolyphony.com Sussex Opera and Ballet Society Tel: 01323 640067 www.sussexoperaandballetsociety.org.uk Heathfield & District Horticultural Society. heathfieldhorticultural.org.uk 01435 830725

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Don’t take your eyesight for granted, it’s a precious asset Both cataracts and glaucoma are common, and potentially devastating eye diseases, so with World Glaucoma Week in March, we look at the differences between the two conditions, what signs to look out for and what to do if you suspect you may have either one. Glaucoma and cataracts – what are the differences? Both diseases are a natural part of the ageing process and both can cause permanent loss of eyesight, but they are distinctly different: • Cataracts – a cataract is a naturallyoccurring clouding of the eye, that blocks or changes the entry of light into the eye. The lens of the eye is made up of protein, but the ageing process causes the protein to clump and this prevents light from passing through clearly. New cells form on the outside of the lens, but the old cells are pushed into the centre, which forms the cataract. Common symptoms include: cloudy or foggy vision, even when wearing glasses; problems with glare during the day and sensitivity to lights at night, e.g. oncoming headlights; deteriorating colour vision, with everything appearing tinted yellow or brown; and double vision. • Glaucoma – refers to a condition where damage is caused to the optic nerve due to changes in the pressure on the inside of the eye, or because of a weakness in the optic nerve. Increased pressure can damage the optic nerve quickly, whilst

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lowered pressure would cause the damage much more slowly, with gradual deterioration in sight. Glaucoma is harder to detect, but symptoms include: tunnel vision – like looking through a tube; temporary or permanent vision loss; pain or redness in the eye; or even nausea or vomiting. What treatments are available? For glaucoma sufferers, it is not possible to cure any damage caused to the optic nerve, but if caught in time there are treatments that can ensure that damage does not cause complete sight loss. These range from eye drops, which are used to lower the fluid pressure in the eye, through to laser surgery giving the same effect. Cataracts are less likely to cause permanent loss of sight, but early diagnosis and treatment can help to ensure that normal, or improved, sight can be restored. Treatment usually involves a small operation to remove the cloudy lens and replacement with a plastic lens. Benenden Hospital is established as a Centre of Excellence for cataract surgery and performed over 1,700 operations last year alone. The Unit recently expanded their overall ophthalmic service to include glaucoma treatment to private patients using up-to-date specialist equipment to detect increased eye pressure. For more information about the ophthalmic services provided by Benenden Hospital, please telephone 01580 242 521, or visit www.benendenhospital.org.uk 8478 Q315-Joints-GoldenTimes-SepOct-FP.indd 1

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Have you looked in your mirror lately? Are you happy with what you see? What are your thoughts? Quite frankly, as far as I am concerned, the least time I can spend looking at myself the better! I don’t much like photos of me either. However, one morning I had a different train of thought. When I looked in the mirror I could certainly see life’s experiences in lines that were not there a few years’ ago. I also understand the ageing process, but, in one way, it was a bit of a shock. This is because inside I still feel relatively young. I still like exploring new things, none more so than within my profession teaching Alexander’s discoveries. I started taking Alexander lessons around thirty years’ ago as a means of getting rid of my chronic back problem. In the intervening

years, and with my Sciatica under control, I trained as an Alexander teacher and, over the years, my joy with the work has been the continual learning and exploring that has enriched my life. The day I think I know it all will probably be the day I give up I love this quote, from the Austrian neurologist and psychiatrist Viktor E. Frankl. Although he was not specifically talking about the Alexander Technique, it sums up what we explore with Alexander work. “Between the stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom” These are good tools to use in everyday living. By being aware, pausing and choosing something

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different we can change harmful habits, which can lead to problems with stress, tension and pain. This is particularly important the older we get. One of my passions with the Alexander Technique is how it can help maintain mobility in later years. So perhaps we should look at getting older as a gift! I teach the principles of the Alexander Technique both individually and in groups (maximum of six people). If you would like to know more, with no obligation do get in touch, www.MovingU4ward.co.uk, 01424 465838 or 07929 725156 Golden Times offer: The first three people to contact me quoting Golden Times can come along for individual free introductory forty minute session

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Event Listings Coffee & Colour 16th April 11am Discover the colours that suit you. Fun, Fashion & Makeup. Coffee & Pastries St Leonards. Call Michèle on 07801 621310 for more details Traditional Jazz Evening 19th April 7.30-10.30pm Inn on the Park, Deanland Wood Park, Deanland Rd, Golden Cross. The Jazz Dukes. £8. Free parking. Meet the Local Authors 22nd April 7pm Under Ground Theatre, Grove Road, Eastbourne. 3 local authors give insights into their lives writing careers and read from their latest releases. undergroundtheatre.co.uk Tulip Festival 22nd April to 7th May 11am to 5pm Pashley Manor Gardens, Ticehurst, TN5 7HE Admission £10.50 30,000 tulips in the gardens; 108 varieties Café, Gift Shop and Plant Sales. 01580 200888 pashleymanorgardens.com Eastbourne's Got Talent 23rd April, 7.30pm Under Ground Theatre, Grove Road, Eastbourne. A show with no judges, just fantastic acts, being staged to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support. undergroundtheatre.co.uk Winchelsea Spring Secret Gardens 23rd April 1pm to 5.30pm Winchelsea Spring Gardens open as part of the National Garden Scheme. Several gardens open with combined ticket £6. Refreshments in the village hall. Purchase ticket for all gardens at first garden visited; a map will be provided, also showing the location of teas. Postcode TN36 4EJ

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Regular Local Markets Bexhill Farmers Market Devonshire Square Fridays 8.30am to 2pm Brede Farmers Market Village Hall, Brede Fridays 10am to 12pm

St George's Day Concert 23rd April, 7pm St Nicholas Church, Church Lane, Pevensey. Harvey's Brass, a 10 piece symphonic Brass ensemble present a varied programme of music. £10 01424 216651 Eastbournes Tea Dance 26th April 2-5pm Winter Gardens, Compton Street, Eastbourne 3 hours of ballroom magic with a varied programme of live music. £6 inc tea and biscuits. www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk Spring Flower Walk around Batemans 29th April, 10.30am to 2.30pm Batemans, Batemans Lane, Burwash, Etchingham. Explore the Bateman's estate with the ranger as the spring arrives with a stunning array of flowers. Please book in advance 01435 882302 nationaltrust.org.uk/ batemans Jack in the Green Festival 29th Apr - 2nd May Hastings Old Town A festival of Morris and other traditional dance. Music, singing and street entertainment with a procession through the town. Full programme of events online at : www.hastingsjack.co.uk

Art Exhibition & Sale 30th Apr - 2nd May 10am-6pm (4pm Mon) Lansdowne Hotel, E'bourne The Society of Eastbourne artists proudly present over 300 original works with prices to suit every pocket. Cards and refreshments available. Proceeds to Mencap & Eastbourne Blind Society. Free entry. www.sea-art.co.uk or Janet on 01323 767963. Magnificent Motors at Western Lawns 30th April to 1st May Western Lawns, Eastbourne. The biggest free motoring spectacular on the South Coast with over 600 vintage and classic cars. Charity Boot Fair 2nd May, 7am to 2pm, Jempsons Superstore, Main St. Peasmarsh. Plenty of parking and free admission for visitors. Hasting Folk Fest 3rd - 8th May Various Venues. A week of folk-related events and activities, for full details, visit: hastingsfolkfest.org Eastbourne Gilbert & Sullivan Society Present "HMS Pinafore" 3rd to 7th May, 7.45pm (2.30pm Matinee Weds & Sat) Devonshire Park Theatre, Compton St. Eastbourne. Box office 01323 412000

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Eastbourne Borough Market Terminus Rd, Eastbourne Every Wednesday & Sunday 9.30am to 3pm Eastbourne Old Town Food & Craft Market Communitywise, Ocklynge Rd, Eastbourne. Last Saturday of the month 10am to 12.30pm Hailsham Farmers Market Market St, Hailsham 2nd Saturday of each month 9am to 12.30pm Hastings Town Centre Market Thursdays. 9am to 2pm. Heathfield Farmers Market Co-Op car park, Heathfield High St. 3rd Saturday of the month. 9am to 12.30pm Rye Farmers Market Strand Quay, Rye Each Wednesday 10am till 12pm

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AGEING by Michele Duke Few of us like getting older, but it’s better than the alternative! Statistics show that most of us who survive to sixty will live till we’re ninety. Unfortunately our skin is designed to only last for about forty years. So how can we keep it looking great for another fifty? A daily skincare routine is a must. If you’re still using the same products at sixty that you were at forty, you’re missing a trick. Nothing can get rid of a wrinkle once it’s there, but great products can reduce the appearance of lines and help prevent new ones forming. The most effective is Retinol. This is a naturally occurring vitamin which can penetrate the skin and stimulate new cell formation. This means you get new, younger skin coming to the surface of your face and neck. Clever, eh? Choose carefully as these products can be expensive and some are more effective than others. And be patient. It can take six months to see the results. Exfoliate, moisturise and cleanse. These three little words should be your mantra - and not just for the ladies! Every day. Morning and night. No excuses. Your skin will love you for it and you’ll really notice the difference. Remember your skin is fed from within so diet and exercise will make an enormous difference. A brisk walk every day will soon have you glowing with

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Tricia's column - Springtime here am I going? I don't quite know. What There's a lot going on this spring, does it matter where people go? Down to the including a couple of wonderful in Eastbourne and wood where the bluebells grow. Anywhere, shows Hastings, that you can win tickets anywhere. I don't know. As it's springtime and the lambs are frolicking without for by entering the competitions at the bottom of this a garlic-and-rosemary-scented care in the SPR very page! If there's 20 ING world, I thought I'd start the column off 16 one thing better than with a bit of AA Milne's "When we were very a night out at the young". There's nothing like a bit of happy, theatre, it's a night nonsensical poetry to set a springtime tone. out at the theatre that you haven't had to I am sure daffodils up and down the county pay for ! So, make sure you enter, and the are turning to each other to discuss the death best of luck to all of you! of winter, and no-one loves seeing the back I also noticed (see p25) that the BBC are of winter more than me. There's no surer bringing their Antiques programme "Flog guarantee that the reign of Jack Frost is on it" to East Sussex this month! I hear it's it's last knockings than when supermarket a great way to make money from any old aisles start to compete with beds of spring object that's cluttering up your house. I flowers as they sprout rows of brightlycoloured foil-wrapped eggs. Quite why these The FREE Family-Friendly Guide to what's on & where to go in East Sussex! did suggest that maybe I ought to take my husband along and see if I can get anything confectioners think it's reasonable to triple the price-per-gram of chocolate because it's hollow-egg for him, but there was mutiny among the grandchildren who are apparently attached to their granddad. shaped I'm sure I don't know. Parents everywhere will be panicking about the kids The first Family Buzz of 2016 is now out and about eating too much cocolate no doubt, but I think we alongside Golden Times. There's a delightful springtime should let them munch away, then take them out to the photo on this edition (pictured here) so keep an eye out woods to walk it all off. It can be a real treat to be out for it if you need some family friendly Easter activity in the countryside at this time of year. You can hear the advice! Whatever you're up to make sure it's fun and I'll birdsong change, and see carpets of beautiful flowers be back in May with more musings everwhere as nature wakes up again. to advertise with us call Debby on 01424 429139

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Chestnut Tree House, the children’s hospice for Sussex, are looking for enthusiastic ladies to join them on their seventh Night to Remember midnight walk on Saturday 14 May 2016. The hospice’s ladies only 4 or 10 mile challenge will raise vital funds to help reach more children in East Sussex who desperately need their care. After an energetic warm up, the walk will start on the promenade at the Sovereign Centre in Eastbourne. You can look forward to a moonlit stroll to Sovereign Harbour, looping back round to Holywell, whilst taking in the beautiful sight of the seafront at night. With your help, Chestnut Tree’s aim is to double the number of life-limited children that are being cared for in East Sussex. Together we can make every day count – the good days, the bad days and the last days. For further information and to register your place please visit www.nighttoremember.org.uk/cth.

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MAY 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 25th, 26th Enjoy a trip on the railway to Bodiam and back, or visit Bodiam Castle with discounted entry on production of your valid railway ticket. Licensed Refreshment Rooms at Tenterden Station. Why not stay and have lunch? There’s a warm welcome and a great value ‘daily specials’ board! Available to ALL over the age of 60 for standard class seats only. Tickets are available on the day or telephone in advance to book. Train times from Tenterden: 10.40, 1.15, 3.35.

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Swing dances from the States!

The Beverley Big Band

Kent’s premier swing dance band

Utility Jude

Wartime cookery demonstrations

Vintage Market

Including 1940s fashion

Kent & East Sussex Railway

Tenterden’s Steam Railway • Telephone 01580 765155 • kesr.org.uk To advertise in Golden Times call Matt on 020 3137 2406 or email mattm@media-shed.co.uk

Arlington Bluebell Walk 2016 It started in 1972 to raise money for local needs and since then 67 charities have benefited by the £800,000 + raised (in todays value). This year the 44th will open on Saturday 2 April and be open every day from 10.00 am to 5.00pm until Sunday 8 May. Admission charge is £5.00 adults, £4.50 Seniors, £2.00 children (3-16yrs), Family £12.00 (2 adults and up to 4 children). This year there are 22 local charities participating and they provide the light lunches and a range of refreshments, plus welcoming our visitors. There are 12 mobility scooters available f.o.c. for those with walking difficulties, so they are able to visit the 23 ancient oak wood to view the magical floral display. In the 23 acre ancient Oak Wood there are 2 ponds, a Memorial Glade, seats every 150 metres along the Blue Walk. We offer a childrens quiz, close up of pigs, angora goats, sheep and baby chicks. There is a Photographic Competition, Memorial Book, Plant Stall, Farm Shop, Picnic area, free car parking and dogs are welcomed but only on leads to prevent disruption to the wild life. For more information : www.bluebellwalk.co.uk Bates Green Farm, Tye Hill Rd, Arlington, Polegate, BN26 6SH

Fizz

New Walking and Wine Tasting Company launches in Sussex

Foot

Walking and Wine Tasting Tours For walking groups, individuals and corporate events

Fizz on Foot offers escorted walking tours in the beautiful Sussex Downs area, with a focus on visiting great award winning vineyards and enjoying tasting fine English wines. These one day bespoke tours can be made as much fun as you want and include transport, gourmet lunch and the wine tastings. Tel: 01323 737271 Mobile: 07971 851777 www.facebook.com/pages/Fizz-on-Foot @fizzonfoot

www.fizzonfoot.com

If you're looking to do something new for the spring, combining outdoor activity with local food and drink, you will certainly want to know about "Fizz on Foot". This new "Walking and Wine" tour company offers some fantastic tours that take in the beauty of the South Downs, as well as introducing guests to the exciting world of English Sparkling Wine and our regions fabulous vineyards. If you haven't heard about the top quality, English, Champagne-style wines, now is the time to get savvy. Fizz on Foot puts together bespoke tours and packages for small and large groups, as well as corporate organisations looking to "celebrate" an occasion. They host a wide variety of guided walks or hikes, ranging from easy walks on flat terrain to more demanding and challenging hikes over hill and dale! Guides can adapt the walking tours to suit guests wants and fitness levels. The times of the walks are also adaptable, and depend on age, walking fitness and what else guests want to fit in during the day. The company can also organise picnic hampers with delicious local produce such as smoked salmon and cheese - all washed down of course with a bottle of fizz! If your tour takes you to one of several local vineyards, you will be treated to a tutored wine tasting of 4 different English Sparkling wines, and then served a superb buffet lunch with wine. To find out more about Fizz on Foot, take a look at the website www.fizzonfoot.com where you'll be able to find out all about our 1, 2 and 3 day tours. Alternatively, give us a call on: 01323 737271.

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PASHLEY MANOR

GARDENS

‘One of the finest gardens in England’

Gardens; Café with Terrace; Gift Shop; Sculpture & Art Exhibition

Tulip Festival at Pashley Manor Gardens Friday 22 April every day until Saturday 7 May, 11am - 5pm In late spring 30,000 tulips create dazzling mantles of colour in every flower bed, pot and border at Pashley. With 108 varieties of tulip on show visitors can enjoy colour themed displays of demure lily flowered and romantic peony flowered blooms, the exotic plumage of parrot tulips, exquisite fringed tulips with edges that seem feathered with frost, the bold, fresh, green stripes of the viridiflora varieties, the cheerful abundance of multi-flowered styles and, of course, the elegantly curved classic tulip shape in many hues. Complemented by forget-me-nots, pansies, bellis and newly emerging perennials, the sheer volume and fantastic colour of the tulip display is mesmerising to the first time and returning visitor alike. The Tulip Festival was initiated to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the tulip’s arrival in Europe from Persia and, now in its twenty-second year, has become an extremely popular annual event held in association with Bloms Bulbs, winners of 64 Chelsea Gold Medals. Representatives from Bloms Bulbs will be on site throughout the festival with a display of 2,000 cut tulips and to offer advice and take bulb orders for delivery in the autumn.

OPEN FROM 1st APRIL Tuesday to Saturday, Bank Holiday Mons & Special Events

TULIP FESTIVAL 22nd April every day to 7th May

Ticehurst, East Sussex, TN5 7HE 01580 200888

pashleymanorgardens.com

Phoenix Gardening

Gardening tips for early-mid spring

grass cutting, weeding, clearance, veg plots & allotments

The official start of spring is nearly upon us the snowdrops are showing their heads and crocuses are adding some extra colour. In some places the ground is still very wet, but everything is beginning to awaken from its winter sleep. On the subject of wet ground stay off it as much as possible, treading on it will compact it makin drainage more difficult. If you have to work on wet ground work from a scaffold board or a piece of decking. Make a note of any wet areas you may have and when the weather is more favourable try aerating the soil with a fork or try tining and back filling the holes with sand. Finish planting any bare root shrubs and trees, container grown shrubs can be planted also. Keep one eye to the weather and protect against any hard late frosts. Sow hardy annuals and now is also a good time to feed and mulch borders. Moving into mid spring sow bedding and pot plant seeds, prick out and pot on any that you started earlier. It’s a good idea to stake herbaceous plants now or put growing supports in place before they really begin to take off. Those winter sown sweet peas will be ready to go out, it’s still not too late to sow some now for a summer display. Any shrubs that need spring pruning do so now but only those that require it, otherwise you might cut out new growth.

All aspects of garden maintenance - pruning, planting beds & borders, plus shed maintenance & patio\deck cleaning Reasonable rates - per hour\day\job. Always happy to quote. Registered Waste Licence Holder

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Covering Hastings, St Leonards, Bexhill, Battle, Fairlight, Rye

from Phoenix Gardening.

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"Animal Attraction" by Peter Booth

We were putting the world to right at a recent club meeting. We were saying how sad it was when youngsters took to suicide rather than talking personal problems over with parents, carers or one parent's latest lover. I'm 76 but, eons ago, when entering my teens, I did have one psychological probem that I felt I couldn't talk to anyone about particularly my parents. Whenever there was a circus in the vicinity, I ran away from home - to be discovered a day or so later sleeping in the straw of that particular circus's camel tent. Oh, those beautifully gorgeous creatures, with such long eyelashes! After the third time this happened, my mother sat me down in our living room. To save embarrassment, she chose a time when Dad was out working on 'late shift' with the Maidstone & District buses as a conductor. He would not be back home until 11.30pm, having to walk home from his Silverhill depot! "Peter," she asked me. "would you please let me know what this circus camel infatuation is about?" I was at first loath to discuss anything about this subject but, thinking, I realised this was perhaps the one and only time I could talk about my problem with a person I could trust to keep any conversation entirely between ourselves. In following years I realised how lucky I was when choosing a mother! I told Mum I was not sure how to put into words the fact that, whenever I saw a camel, I fell in love without understanding what "falling in love" meant.

"All I know, Mum, is whenever I see such beautiful, wonderfully gorgeous creatures, I get weak all over. At those times, nothing in the world is more important to me." Mum looked at me for long minutes. "Peter," she finally said."I'm glad you have felt able to talk this over with me! Many a boy would have wrestled with this and tried to sort it out alone." To give herself thinking time, and allow me to put my thoughts into order, she went to our ridiculously narrow kitchen to brew two cups of her ridiculously strong tea. When she returned she placed the teapot between us, and a cup and saucer in front of us each. "Peter, this room, and all the time in the world, are yours. I just want to understand you, and comprehend what your camel problems are." Swilling the teapot about (as her parents had taught her) before pouring two cups of super-brew, she looked me in the eyes: "Right, my Peter... camels eh?" She pushed in front of me an overflowing bowl of sugar cubes. "Mmm - this is so strange to me, not to mention the rest of the family. We would all like to help you and understand you a bit more. Right... Camels!" The sugar bowl was between us. We always preferred cubes to granular. Mum pushed the bowl towards me. "One hump or two?" s If you would like to submit a short story (450-500 words) for inclusion in Golden Times, please email jason@goldentimes.co.uk or post your story to us at: 78 Elphinstone Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 2BS

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Stars hail Tony's "Triple Tease" Eastbourne author Tony Flood's locallybased new spicy crime thriller Triple Tease has received glowing endorsements from many big name stars, including Coronation Street actor Brian Capron and best selling writers Tamara McKinley and Peter James. Triple Tease is set in Eastbourne and Brighton. The ingenious plot features local attractions, including the Congress Theatre, hotels and the Anderida Writers Group. Capron says: “Tony has come up with a riveting read that is brimful with great twists, and colourful characters in a sexy seaside thriller. If this ever makes it to the screen, DCI Livermore would be a great character to bring to life, with me playing him, of course!.” Stuart Pink of The Sun has labelled Triple Tease “a sexy, addictive thriller that is a real gem” Triple Tease, which has been published by Xlibris, part of the Random House/Penguin group, is also available on Amazon and other websites as a paperback, hardback and e-version. Our readers can receive signed copies at a special £4 reduction by sending cheques for £8.90 (including postage and packing) made payable to Sportsworld Communications, and addressed to: Special Book Offer, 24 Brisbane Quay, Eastbourne, BN23 5PD. Mr Flood is willing to give advice to would-be authors - or those who just want to write for fun - if they attend his creative writing sessions at Alice Croft House in Cornfield Lane, Eastbourne, on Tuesdays at 2pm. Writers of all standards are also welcome to Anderida's meetings on the second Tuesday of each month at the West Rocks hotel.

BEAUPORT HOLIDAY PARK St Leonards-on-Sea, Hastings

11½

MONTH SEASON

FREE 2016 PITCH FEES & WATER RATES*

Beauport Holiday Park is a stunning country park set in over 250 acres of natural woodland on the outskirts of Hastings. It is a haven of peace and tranquility and is not a typical holiday park! With a great mix of facilities, entertainment for all ages and lots to see and do in the surrounding area, Beauport is the place to be.

Cosalt Matisse 36ft x 20ft, 2 bed

£84,995 Delta Superior 42ft x 14ft, 3 bed

£54,995

*Available on selected models. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Terms and conditions apply.

To discover more about park life please call Dean on

07542 522 777 or visit www.ParkHolidays.com/beauportsales

The Ridge West, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN37 7PP

Animal portraits

PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER

CHARLIE SINCLARE My work is my passion

• Home visits within a 50 mile radius of Eastbourne • 250 photos taken, you only pay for the photos you select,

not the time I spend with you • No payment until you are 100% satisfied. • Only time and patience can produce exemplary results; hence I do not charge by the hour (Please allow at least five hours per session)

Phone: 07783943250 BBC ANTIQUES SERIES "FLOG IT" COMES TO HERSTMONCEUX CASTLE Herstmonceux Castle in Hailsham will be hosting the Flog It valuation day on Friday 11th March. Rather like a treasure hunt, members of the public are invited to bring along up to three antiques or collectables they might be interested in selling. Once valued, the owner and a team of experts decide whether an object should go forward for auction. If the item is chosen for inclusion in the show it is included in an auction a few weeks later. Everyone who goes along to the valuation day will receive a free appraisal of their items – even if their antiques are not chosen to go forward for auction. Alex Habgood, Series Location Manager says “Paul Martin and the entire Flog It team are really pleased to be bringing the show to East Sussex. Herstmonceux Castle will provide the perfect setting for our valuation day; our experts are all looking forward to welcoming people along for their free valuations. If you’ve ever wondered how much your boot sale bargains or clutter in the loft might be worth, now is your chance to find out” Paul Martin, the shows presenter said “I’m delighted to be bringing Flog It back to East Sussex. Herstmonceux Castle has a fascinating history and I’m looking forward to revealing some of it to our viewers. I hope as many people as possible will come along to see us with their items for valuation.” Flog It will be at Herstmonceux Castle on Friday 11th March 2016 between 09.30 am and 4.00 pm. The items selected at the valuation day will go under the hammer at Rye Auction Galleries on Friday 1st April 2016.

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mymove is your local friendly Estate Agent in Hastings, St Leonards and Bexhill. Amanda & Jamie are here to help with all your property needs. If you're looking at Buying, Selling, or Renting a property and would like advice Please give them a call to make an appointment.

01424 561421 Open 7 Days a week We have clients looking for your property!

58, Bohemia Road, St Leonards on Sea, TN37 6RQ

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BODIAM BOATING STATION & LIME WHARF CAFE Affordable, fun days out for your whole family. A great place to relax and unwind or to get active with something to suit everyone.

• Enjoy a river cruise to Bodiam Castle NT or Rye • Treat yourself to breakfast, lunch or Cream Tea in our Licensed Restaurant • Supper Club with Live Music & Other Events • Enclosed Children’s Play Area • Dog Friendly • Get Active: Hire a Kayak, Canoe or Rowing Boat • Toast a Marshmallow in our Small Campsite with Breakfast Delivery Service • Cruise & Dine Packages • Private Hire Available

LIME WHARF CAFE & BODIAM BOATING STATION

Small family owned operation in an AONB offering a unique visit for the whole family, located between Rye and Tenterden. Our recently opened Scandinavian boathouse inspired restaurant, offers a relaxed, friendly and fun atmosphere. Indulge in a lazy breakfast made with locally sourced produce. Sample authentic Spanish tapas, our popular burgers & other lunchtime delights or treat yourself to an afternoon cream tea. Enjoy a chilled beer on the sofa, whilst the KESR steam trains chug by in the distance. Grab an ice-cream for your grandchildren and watch them let off steam playing ball games in the secure play area. The building lends itself to private celebrations and we host regular music themed events. We have a large car park and dog owners can take advantage of numerous public footpaths through Newenden and beyond.

ENQUIRIES: Rye Road, Newenden TN18 5PP t:01797 25 3838 e:info@bodiamboatingstation.co.uk www.bodiamboatingstation.co.uk www.limewharfcafe.co.uk

Eat out in style... ... enjoy traditional home cooked cuisine in either of our two charming restaurants The Garden Room and The Richmond Room

Embrace the tranquillity of the River Rother, cruising 3.8m upstream to Bodiam Castle NT (see timetable on website). Book one of our ‘Cruise & Dine’ packages, private charter or a sunset cruise to Rye. For the more active, have fun messing about on the river in a kayak, canoe or rowing boat. Tel: 01797 253838

OFFER: SENIOR CITIZEN WEDNESDAY Enjoy a return cruise to Bodiam Castle and a cream tea in Lime Wharf Cafe £12.95pp (over 65 years). Please mention the Golden Times when booking.

Let’s go somewhere nice BOOKINGS NOW BEING TAKEN

for our popular

Mother’s Day Luncheon and Easter Luncheon! Open daily, serving Breakfast, Lunch, Sunday lunch and Evening meals

The Northern Hotel www.northernhotel.co.uk 72-82 Sea Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, TN40 1JN

Call us today to book

01424-212836

01323 842 400

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WHITES SEAFOOD & STEAK BAR

44-45 George St, Old Town, Hastings

01424 719846

ll the team at Whites proudly welcome you to our family run restaurant situated on George Street in Hastings’ historic Old Town, nestled between the ancient East and West Hills. Whites offers customers free wifi, and is just a short distance from Rock-a-Nore beach, home to the local fishing fleet, with it’s famous black net huts. Our steaks are all top quality British beef and are chargrilled to your preference to give them the mouth watering flavour we are so well known for. Here at Whites we are very proud of our newly refitted open kitchen, which has been awarded the highest rating for food hygiene by the food standards agency. Not only can you see your food being prepared to the highest standards but also enjoy the enticing aromas generated by our talented chef. Take a look at our website www.whitesbar.co.uk to view our wonderful seafood platters, the best in Hastings, as well as our everyday main menu. We also have a Light Lunch Menu offering one course for £8.50pp or two courses for £12.50pp. Outside the restaurant is additional seating protected by large awnings. This offers the perfect spot to enjoy a kilo of Moules Mariniere and a glass of Pinot or two while taking in the hustle and bustle of George Street. We hope to welcome you to Whites soon, please contact us if there is anything we can do to make your visit even more enjoyable. Bon appetit! Alex and Ellie

Special Lunchtime Menu SERVED 7 DAYS A WEEK 11.30---3.00 MONDAY-FRIDAY 11.30---4.00 SATURDAY & SUNDAY (CHOOSE FROM EITHER A MAIN COURSE @ £8.50 OR 2 COURSES @ £12.50)

STARTERS MOULES MARINIERE. TASTY, PLUMP BLUESHELL MUSSELS. HOMEMADE, POTTED, SMOKED MACKEREL PATE. SERVED WITH A DRESSED SALAD AND TOASTED FRENCH BREAD. BREADED WHITEBAIT, WITH OUR VERY OWN HOMEMADE TARTARE SAUCE AND SERVED WITH A DRESSED SIDE SALAD. TRADITIONAL COARSE FARMHOUSE PATE, SERVED WITH A DRESSED SALAD AND TOASTED FRENCH BREAD. PAN FRIED CHICKEN LIVERS, (SERVED PINK) COOKED WITH A MIXED CHILLI BUTTER, SERVED WITH A DRESSED MIXED SALAD & FRENCH BREAD. BAKED GOATS CHEESE WITH SUNBLUSHED TOMATOES, WRAPPED IN PUFF PASTRY WITH TOASTED WALNUTS & A BALSAMIC SYRUP, WITH A MIXED SALAD. MUSSEL CHOWDER,WE USE ONLY THE BEST INGREDIENTS TO MAKE THIS DISH. ENGLISH MUSSELS, MATURE PANCETTA, DICED POTATOES, ONIONS AND GARLIC, SERVED WITH A BASKET OF BREAD. MAIN COURSE OLD TOWN FAVOURITE! TRADITIONAL HOMEMADE BEER BATTERED COD, HADDOCK OR PLAICE FILLET (DEPENDING ON AVAILABILITY) WITH CHUNKY CHIPS & SERVED WITH A DRESSED SIDE-SALAD OR MUSHY PEAS. WHOLE TAIL BREADED SCAMPI & CHIPS SERVED WITH A DRESSED MIXED SALAD (A SEASIDE FAVOURITE!). SUCCULENT SLOW ROASTED BELLY PORK. SERVED WITH LEEK MASH, APPLE SAUCE AND GRAVY. HOMEMADE CHARGRILLED CHEESE BURGER, IN A TOASTED BUN, SERVED WITH ONION CHUTNEY, CHUNKY CHIPS & A DRESSED SALAD. MOULES MARINIERE. FANTASTIC ROPE GROWN BLUESHELL MUSSELS, SERVED WITH A BASKET OF BREAD OR CHUNKY CHIPS. FISHERMANS PIE. OUR PIE IS HOME MADE & CONTAINS SALMON, COD, SMOKED MACKEREL, PRAWNS, MUSSELS & MORE - TOPPED OFF WITH MASH & MATURE CHEDDAR. SERVED WITH A DRESSED SIDE-SALAD. PAN FRIED SUSSEX SCALLOPS WRAPPED IN A MATURE BLACK FORREST HAM, SERVED WITH MIXED SALAD, BALSAMIC SYRUP & FRESH PARMESAN SHAVINGS. 8 OZ DRY AGED RUMP STEAK, WITH ROASTED CHERRY TOMATOES, MUSHROOMS, CHUNKY CHIPS AND A DRESSED SIDE SALAD SMOKED MACKEREL SALAD CHILDRENS MENU @ £4.95-(WHICH INCLUDES A DRINK) HIGH CHAIRS AND BOOSTER SEATS ARE AVAILABLE

Hastings Lemon Ketchup now available at White's!

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Wasabi Tuna Burgers - Recipe by Faz Razeen Wasabi originated in Japan, and traditionally it has been used as a natural herb. Now, wasabi is one of a primary condiment for Japanese dishes, especially for soba noodle, sashimi and of course for sushi. Usually, rhizome of wasabi is grated and used as condiment. Freshly grated wasabi is bright green colour, and characterised as sticky texture with fresh scent and hot flavour. This Japanese plant with a thick green root which tastes like strong horseradish and is used in cookery, especially in powder or paste form as an accompaniment to raw fish. Wasabi is a plant of the Brassicaceae family, which includes cabbages, horseradish, and mustard. It is also called Japanese horseradish, although horseradish is a different plant.

Ingredients: Serves 4 1 tsp wasabi powder or 1 tsp of wasabi paste (can be purchased at major supermarkets) 4 tuna steaks, if frozen tuna steaks used, ensure thawed. * 1 egg 4 medium red onions thinly sliced 3 tbsp sesame seeds 2 x packs Pak Choi 1 tbsp soy sauce 3/4 tbsp of cooking oil Salt and pepper for seasoning

Note: Only 4 Wasabi Tuna Burgers displayed in the photo out of 8 made from a packet of 4 tuna steaks weighing 400g net of ice glaze *Pack of four tuna steaks can be purchased at a reasonable price from any of the major supermarkets.

Preparation: 1. If you chose to use wasabi powder apply with 2 tablespoons of warm water to make a smooth paste. If wasabi paste is used, mix thoroughly the paste with your hand into the minced tuna and rest of the ingredients. 2. Roughly dice the tuna, then pulse in a food processor until roughly minced. Stir in the finely chopped onions, sesame seeds and wasabi paste or powder and mix well with a beaten egg. 3. Using damp hands, shape the mixture into 8 tuna burgers, if necessary use a pastry cutter to make nice round shape burgers. 4. Heat frying pan on medium heat with oil, add tuna burgers and cook for 5 minutes each side until browned. 5. In the meantime, steam the pak choi for 3 minutes until tender. Dress with soya sauce and serve Wasabi Tuna Burgers. Suggest serve with sweet chilli sauce or hot chilli sauce depending on your taste preference.

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