The Crowborough Directory - Issue 66 - March/April 2016 by Laura

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Editor’s Note ...........................................................................................................................................12 Sudoku ......................................................................................................................................................13 Community Page .................................................................................................................................14 Community Feature: 1st Crowborough Scout Group .............................................................16 What’s on in March & April .............................................................................................................20 Crowborough Town Council Newsletter: Issue 1, 2016 ..................................................21-28 Business Feature: EJ Financial ................................................................................................30-31 Local Clubs and Organisations ................................................................................................32-34 Business Page .........................................................................................................................................38 Sudoku Solution ...................................................................................................................................38 Business Feature: The Barrister Broker .........................................................................................39 Crowborough & District Loyalty Card .........................................................................................40 Prize Crossword: sponsored by Cowpie Country Show ........................................................41-42 Useful Numbers ...................................................................................................................................44 Index of Advertisers .............................................................................................................................46

Next issue deadline: Friday 1st April How to contact: phone: 01732 864 878 mobile: 07775 682 127 email: info@crowboroughdirectory.co.uk

PO Box 142, Edenbridge TN8 9AQ The Crowborough Directory cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions or endorse companies, products or services that appear in this magazine. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the prior permission of the Editor.

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This useful magazine of local businesses and community information is delivered through your door every other month. You can find products and services that are provided by businesses in and around the local area. I hope you find this an invaluable reference point when looking for a local business or service. If you do contact one of the businesses that are advertising in here, please let them know you found then in The Crowborough Directory. If you own or work in a business of which Crowborough is part of your target market then why not try advertising here? Rates are incredibly good value starting at £35 per issue. Go to www.crowboroughdirectory.co.uk for further information and advertising prices or drop an email to info@crowboroughdirectory.co.uk for any questions.

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Editor’s Note

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Dear Readers, I hope you are well and enjoying 2016. My work has taken me on many adventures as usual and I can’t believe how time is flying this year already. The beginning of the year is often slow as everyone eases themselves back into the swing of things after the busy Christmas period and there are now many more events to enjoy over the coming months - just turn to page 20 for the latest What’s On guide. There are spring fairs, jumble sales, nearly new sales and more taking place. At the time of writing this I have just been enjoying England’s first game in this year’s RBS Six Nations rugby tournament. How fantastic that the captain should be Crowborough’s very own Dylan Hartley who studied in the area and played at Crowborough RFC in his youth. Well done to the England team for winning their first match! This is my favourite tournament so I’m really looking forward to the other games.

I’m also busy preparing for the Business Expo on 1st March at the Community Centre. It was a great event last year and really gave local business owners the opportunity to showcase their products and services. This year it’s running from 10am to 2pm so if you’re in the local area then please do drop in to say hello. A big thank you to this issue’s crossword sponsor, the Cowpie Country Show, who are giving the lucky winner a family ticket (2 adults/2 children and worth £34) to their annual show which takes place this year on Sunday 8th May in Lingfield. I went along to this event last year for the first time and I was surprised at just how big it is - a full day out of entertainment and activities for everyone. I apologise that the crossword was extremely difficult in the last issue (although not impossible) so I’m hoping this one will be a little easier for you to complete! You can even drop off your entries to me at the Business Expo if you’re in the area. I hope you enjoy this issue and please don’t forget to mention The Crowborough Directory if you are responding to anything you’ve seen featured in this magazine as it helps secure it’s future. The deadline for the May/June 2016 issue is 1st April! Until next time!

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Sudoku

How to Play - Fill the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 through 9, with no repetition! You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no maths involved and no adding up. GOOD LUCK! Turn to page 38 for solution Please mention The Crowborough Directory when responding to adverts

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to be in for a good evening’s entertainment.

Latest News

“Our fundraising starts in earnest on Saturday March 12th with our Big Quiz at Crowborough Community Centre (6.30 for 7.30pm start). Tickets are £8.00 per head to include ploughman’s supper and there will be a licensed bar. Maximum of 8 per team and prizes are: 1st - £125, 2nd - £75, 3rd - £25. Advance tickets only from David Brown on 01892 655 530. You’re sure

HOSPICE IN THE WEALD Crowborough Friends A group of friends who have raised more than £250,000 for Hospice in the Weald are finally winding down their efforts – but they are hoping that a new band of fundraisers will step in to carry on their work. Mrs Joy Bruce, coordinator of the Hospice Friends group in Crowborough, said: “We have had some wonderful years raising money for such a great cause but reluctantly, we are going to have to stop at the end of the year as some of our committee members are now only able to do the bare minimum of fundraising activities due to age and health constraints.

Look out for our Easter Egg Raffle at various Pubs and Clubs where raffle tickets can be purchased. Our regular Saturday morning book stall outside the Post Office in Croft Road is always there (unless rain calls it off ). The Lion’s Community Service members have been busy donating amounts to good causes and helping out with families who have little furniture. If you know an individual or organisation that could benefit from Lion’s financial support please contact the club treasurer at: treasurer@ crowlions.org.uk. Diabetic Screening will be on “But we are hoping someone else will take over, especially as this is such an exciting time for the charity in this area with plans to open a Cottage Hospice.” The first-ever Cottage Hospice is due to open next year on a site in East Sussex, bringing a new model of hospice care to patients, families and carers without having to make the journey to Hospice in the Weald in Pembury. The small 8-10 bedded unit will deliver nurseled end-of-life care, heavily supported by volunteers. “Having a superb facility like this almost on our doorstep would give a new group of Friends a real impetus,” said Mrs Bruce. The Crowborough group began 22 years ago and has run a series of lively events ranging from quiz nights to open gardens,

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5th March at Crowborough Town Hall from 10am - 3pm. Please come along - the process only takes a few minutes. Contact Robin Streatfield on 01892 655 121 for more details. On the Lion’s social side for members and friends they held their annual quiz and fish and chip supper which is always a sell out. Trips have been arranged to theatre shows in the coming months. The club is always seeking new members and if yo’d like to find out more, please contact our membership secretary David Martin on loxfield@gmail.com. We meet every second Tuesday at the Social Club on Croft Road at 8pm.” by David Martin Registered Charity No. 289166

even staging dinners for 100 guests for which the committee did all their own catering. Beth Swarbrigg, fundraising director of Hospice in the Weald, said: “The Friends groups around our area play a vital role in helping to find the £7million we need each year, and the Crowborough Friends have been fantastic over the years. We hope someone else in Crowborough will feel they want to pick up the baton – we’re very happy to talk to anyone about setting up a fundraising group and we can promise them all the support they need in whatever events they want to stage.” Anyone interested in setting up or joining a Friends Group should contact Pam Coleman on 01892 820502 or pam. coleman@hospiceintheweald. org.uk. www.crowboroughdirectory.co.uk

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Beacon Chiropody & Podiatry Clinic Siân Burnett BSc (hons), MChS Bridget Smethurst BSc (hons), MChS Sally-Ann Bobin BSc (hons), MChS HCPC REGISTERED

Treatment of feet including:  Calluses and corns

• Boiler and system upgrades/Natural Gas and LPG.

 Biomechanics/orthotics and insoles

• Boiler servicing, repairs and breakdowns.

 Foot and heel pain

• Gas appliance installation and servicing. • Full bathroom design and installation service. • Cylinders both vented and unvented. • Comprehensive boiler service £60.

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1st Crowborough Scout Group - full of adventure 1st Crowborough Scout Group is one of the oldest and largest Scout Groups in the country. It consists of 3 Beaver Scout Colonies, 3 Cub Scout Packs and 3 Scout Troops. Our Scout Headquarters is in Whitehill Road.

So what do we do? We have a progressive programme across all 3 sections with a diverse range of activities from abseiling, climbing, sleepovers, camping, hiking, swimming, cooking, and working towards badges the range is endless. Whatever you like doing Scouts can make it happen. Beaver Scouts are 6 to 8 years old, Cub Scouts 8 to 10½ and Scouts 10½ to 14 years. The aim of scouting is to contribute to the development of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectual and spiritual potentials as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities, and most

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importantly to have fun whilst doing all the above. We welcome both male and female youngsters to the group. At the moment we have vacancies in our Monday night Beaver Colony - if your child is between 6 or 8 years old and would be interested in joining please contact Diane Dodwell, email: diane.f.dodwell@gmail. com. If anyone younger than 6 or over 8 is interested in joining please contact Sheila Ringe on 01892 654 836 who manages our waiting list. We are always in need of adult volunteers and if anyone is prepared to give up some of their precious time to help us you will find it a rewarding experience. Whether it be something active like Mountain Biking/ Canoeing/Rock Climbing or creative skills like Art/Music/Drama, or supporting some of the 75 specialized activity badges, we would really like to hear from you. Interested? Contact the Group Scout Leader Peter Harvey at email: gsl@1stcrowborough.org.uk. For more information take a look at our website www.1stcrowborough.org.uk Submitted by Diane Dodwell (Assistant Group Scout Leader)

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Tuesday 1st March

coffee, cake/soup & roll. All proceeds to All Saints Church Flower Fund. For further information contact 01892 654 725. Crowborough Choral Society: Schubert Mass in G, Vivaldi’s Gloria and Magnificat - 7.30pm, All Saints rd Thursday 3 March Church Centre, Chapel Green, Crowborough. Tickets  Crowborough Flower Club - 7pm for £12 from Cro’s Jewellers, High Street, Crowborough, 7.30pm start, Crowborough Community from CCS members or on the door. Celebrating fifty Centre. Flower demonstration “Songs years of singing. from the Wood” with Angela Hyde. Raffle Saturday 26rd March and Refreshments. Visitors welcome £5. For further info contact 655702/654725  Crowborough Farmers’ Market - 9am-1pm, Car Park, Crowborough Social Club, Croft Road. or cfcesussex.weebly.com.  Crowborough Business Expo - 10am2pm, Crowborough Community Centre. See page 2 for full details.

Saturday 5th March

Thursday 7th April

 FREE Diabetic Screening - 10am-3pm,  Crowborough Flower Club - 7pm for 7.30pm Crowborough Town Hall. Organised by start, Crowborough Community Centre. Flower Crowborough & District Lions. demonstration “Memorable Moments” with Jenny Nye. Raffle and Refreshments. Visitors welcome Saturday 12th March £5. For further info contact 655702/654725 or Nearly New Sale - 10-11.30am, St cfcesussex.weebly.com. John’s CEP School. Quality baby and children’s items plus family fun with Saturday 9th April Easter crafts, bouncy castle & pop-up café. Tables £12. Entry £1/kids free.  Spring Craft Fair - 10am-2.30pm, St Michael’s Church Hall, Jarvis Brook. Variety of Stalls. Tombola, Email crowboroughnns@gmail.com to Light Lunches, Cream Teas, Tea, Coffee and Cakes. book. Like us at www.facebook.com/ Admission Free. Proceeds to St Michael’s Church. crowboroughnearlynew. The BIG Quiz - 6.30pm for 7.30pm start,  Oscar’s Wish Foundation Charity Ball - 7pmmidnight, Buxted Park Hotel, TN22 4AY. Black tie Crowborough Community Centre. Tickets £8.00 per fundraising event. Tickets £50. Call 07843 410 895. person to include a ploughmans supper. Advance sales only. Licensed bar. Teams of 8 maximum. Prizes:-1st £125, 2nd £75, 3rd £50. Crowborough & District Lions Club.

Saturday 23rd April  Crowborough Farmers’ Market - 9am-1pm, Car Park, Crowborough Social Club, Croft Road.

Wednesday 16th March  Craft Fair - 10.30am-4pm, Rotherfield Village  Crowborough Horticultural Society: “A Hall. Refreshments available. Enquiries to Head Gardeners Year” by Mark Saunders carolyntester@live.com. 7.30pm, Crowborough Community Centre. Tuesday 26th April Visitors welcome at a charge of £4, inclusive of  Crowborough Horticultural Society: “Rock refreshments. Garden Beauties” by John Negus - 7.30pm, Saturday 19th March Crowborough Community Centre. Visitors Jumble Sale - 10am-1pm, All Saints Church welcome at a charge of £4, inclusive of Centre, Chapel Green, Crowborough. Refreshments, refreshments. What’s on is sponsored by:

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Clean For The

In this issue: Opening Hours Queen

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Issue 1 2016

Councillor Profiles

Work Begins On Summersales

Summersales was acquired in 2009 by the Council and will provide a new cemetery for Crowborough. Planning permission was granted in 2013 and the 14 acre piece of land has been subject to extensive ecological and geological surveys. A working party has been established to consider the layout of the site which is expected to accommodate both traditional and natural burial areas. Future plans also include a Contemplation building. Summersales is situated on London Road and construction began in September 2015 to create the car park and entrance. Work is now under way to provide an internal road which will lead to the planned Contemplation building.

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Public Views Sought on Library Opening Hours Plan Residents are being asked for their views on possible changes to the opening hours of East Sussex Libraries. The County Council is proposing to reduce opening hours across all 24 libraries by around 25 per cent on average, in a bid to reduce library running costs by around £500,000. This would help towards the library service’s target of £2million over the next three years.

of our proposals. However, closing libraries at quieter times alone will not achieve the savings we need to make. With the further changes to opening hours we are proposing in this consultation, we believe we can make the required savings and continue to provide a comprehensive library service across the country. These are very much draft proposals and, while we have worked hard to get the right proposals for each library , we would like to hear if local communities feel that alternative patterns of opening would better suit local needs. We would also welcome alternative proposals that would help us achieve the savings we need to make.

The consultation started on Monday 11th January and residents have 12 weeks to tell the authority how they use libraries and the impact the proposed changes would have No changes will be made to the e-library on them. service, which allows members to access Library opening times will continue to vary e-books and e-audiobooks and a range of from place to place to meet local needs, but free online reference material 24 hours a it is proposed that all libraries in East Sussex day. Members and non-member will still be will generally not open before 10.00am or able to make enquiries online or by phone after 5pm. However, libraries that currently 24 hours a day. open later than 5.30pm would retain one evening opening until 6pm, whilst those The proposals are part of a wider open on a Saturday, will continue to do so. transformation programme for the County’s libraries, which cabinet approved in The proposal has been developed using December. They will make sure that the data collected from across the library council can respond to the changing need service which shows that 85 per cent of for library services and ensure East Sussex visits to libraries, use of library computers has a modern and sustainable service into and wifi, renewals and returns take place the future between 10.00am and 5pm. ‘It’s really important that residents tell us what they think’, said Cllr Chris Dowling, lead member for community services ‘A great deal of consideration has been given to how people use the libraries across East Sussex, usage of library buildings after 5pm is very low and therefore reducing opening hours at quieter timers has been the focus

To comment on the proposals, residents can visit: www.eastsussex.gov.uk/haveyoursay or pick up a questionnaire form their local library.

The consultation ends on: SUNDAY APRIL 3rd

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Crowborough Heritage Group

Clean For The Queen Campaign

The Heritage Display Cabinet at the Crowborough Community Centre will have a new display theme every two months. The themes for 2016 will be as follows:

Help tidy up Crowborough by getting involved in the ‘Clean for the Queen’ campaign.

January/February: Conan Doyle Trust March/April: Local Crafts and traditions May/June: 50th Anniversary of the Twinning of Crowborough with Montargis July/August: Farming and tools September/October: To be confirmed November/December: Retro Christmas and Pantomimes Anyone who would like to lend items for display please contact Elizabeth Fermor em@fermor.me.uk or Linn Law rainbow@linn-law.co.uk

The scheme, scheduled for the weekend of March 4-6th aims to give communities a tidy up ahead of Her Majesty the Queen’s 90th birthday. Cllr Greg Rose said “Clean for the Queen is going to be a wonderful weekend of community spirit, where groups or individuals can take pride in their local area by giving it a quick spruce. Whether it’s just the verge outside your house or a larger local public space it’s a prime opportunity to take time out to enjoy the outdoors and keep Crowborough litter free and looking lovely.” A nationwide initiative, the aim is to inspire people to take action and spend a few hours litter-picking to make the places we live more beautiful. To register your interest please email: info@crowboroughtowncouncil.gov.uk

(Displays may be subject to change)

CROWBOROUGH ANNUAL TOWN MEETING Notice is hereby given that this meeting will be held in the All Saints Church Centre, Chapel Green, Crowborough. on Wednesday, 6th April 2016 at 7.30 pm This is a meeting of local government electors of Crowborough at which matters of interest will be discussed. Notice of which should be addressed to me at the Town Hall, The Broadway, Crowborough TN6 1DA prior to the meeting. Please join me and other Councillors from 6.45 pm Cllr Ron Reed – Town Mayor Crowborough Town Council Newsletter - Issue 1, 2016

Who’s Responsible for .........? A guide to which Council or authority is responsible for many of the day to day services within the Crowborough area. Service / Activity

Responsibility

Allotments

Crowborough Town Council

01892 652907

Amenity Areas

Crowborough Town Council

01892 652907

Bins & Household Recycling

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Blue Badge (Disabled Drivers)

East Sussex County Council

0345 6080191

Bonfire Complaints

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Building Regulations

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Bus Passes

East Sussex County Council

0300 330 9471

Bus Shelters

Crowborough Town Council

01892 652907

Car Parks

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Cemetery

Crowborough Town Council

01892 652907

Children’s Play Area

Crowborough Town Council

01892 652907

Council Tax

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Dog Bins: - Provision of: - Emptying of:

Crowborough Town Council Wealden District Council

01892 652907 01323 443322

Drains

ESCC Highways

0345 6080193

Education

East Sussex County Council

0345 6080190

Elections

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Electoral Roll

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Environmental Health

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Footpaths and Bridleways - Maintenance of: - Cleaning of:

ESCC Highways Wealden District Council

0345 6080193 01323 443322

Fire & Rescue (non-emergency)

East Sussex Fire & Rescue

0303 999 1000

Grass Cutting and verges

ESCC Highways

0345 6080193

Grit Bins

ESCC Highways

0345 6080193

Highways

East Sussex County Council

0345 6080193

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Telephone

Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Responsible for .........? Continued Service / Activity

Responsibility

Telephone

Household Waste Collections (including bulky items)

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Household Waste & Recycling Sites

East Sussex County Council

0345 6080190

Housing

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Leisure Centre

Freedom Leisure

01892 665488

Library

East Sussex County Council

0345 6080196

Lighting Repairs

ESCC Highways

0345 6080193

Overhanging trees/shrubs

ESCC Highways

0345 6080193

Noise complaints

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Planning & Development

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Playing Fields

Crowborough Town Council

01892 652907

Police (non-emergency)

101

Pot Holes - in roads or pavements

ESCC Highways

0345 6080193

Public cleaning

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Recreation Grounds

Crowborough Town Council

01892 652907

Recycling Sites

East Sussex County Council

0345 6080190

Refuse Collection

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Registration Services: Crowborough Births, Deaths & Marriages

East Sussex County Council

Direct Line 01892 653803

Schools

East Sussex County Council

0345 6080190

Social Services

East Sussex County Council

0345 6080190

Street Cleaning

Wealden District Council

01323 443322

Street Lighting

ESCC Highways

0345 6080193

Trading Standards

East Sussex County Council

0345 6080190

Trees - Overhanging or Fallen: - Preservation of:

ESCC Highways Wealden District Council

0345 6080193 01323 443322

Crowborough Town Council Newsletter - Issue 1, 2016

Your new Councillors Cllr Alan Penney - North Ward I put myself forward to be an elected member of Crowborough Town Council because I believe that I can play some part in seeing that Crowborough prospers and grows in all ways possible; to serve my neighbours, my neighbourhood and support those organisations that seek to provide help where it is needed. I believe in being active and involved in local organisations that support people, of all ages, and the environment; rather than sit back and pontificate. My aims are to work with other councillors as a team to advance the prosperity and wellbeing of Crowborough and those that live and work in the Town. To protect our rich heritage and to see us move forward so that all of our citizens and commercial enterprises can achieve their full potential. As well as being involved in many of the standing committees I represent Crowborough Town Council on the steering groups of Wealdlink and Fairtrade. Crowborough became a Fairtrade town in 2008 to facilitate the promotion and purchase of products with the Fairtrade Mark, which encourages sustainable development and gives producers a fair deal. Crowborough Town Council actively supports the awareness of the benefits of choosing to buy products bearing the Fairtrade Mark. My family and I moved to Crowborough in 1995 as we saw the town as ideally placed to enable us to be closer to nature but with all the facilities we needed. My wife works part time for a local accountancy company and I have had part time posts which have included working as a site manager at Herne School and at Pine Grove following my ‘first retirement’ from my career in telecommunications. Past voluntary positions have included assistant scout leader 8th Tonbridge (Hildenborough) and Chairman of St John’s Ambulance Combined Cadet Support Committee for Tunbridge Wells. Starting as an engineering apprentice I worked for BT plc involved in Regulatory and Approval Standards, the British Approval Board for Telecommunications, the Office of the Telecommunications Regulator and Swedish Telecommunications. I had the honour of representing the United Kingdom in Europe and North America on Telecommunications Regulation and Standards issues. As well as being a member of Crowborough Community Church I support Hospice in the Weald, The Red Cross and the Kit Wilson Animal Sanctuary.

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Your new Councillors Cllr David Neeves - Jarvis Brook I moved to Jarvis Brook in 2000 having lived all my life in Tunbridge Wells. I have been happily married for 19 years and our children attended local schools with the youngest still at Beacon Community College. After serving nine years with the AA and working very tiring shifts, I now drive a lorry for a national, well recognised bakery in Paddock Wood. Although my working day starts at 3.00am I can still devote the time and effort needed to serve my community. I am passionate about any project that aims to improve the local community and am involved in three major community based projects. I am an active responder with Crowborough Community First Responders and I am also a trustee for the charity. We attend 999 calls for the ambulance service if an ambulance is a distance away. We carry a large amount of kit from bandages to a defibrillator and oxygen and provide lifesaving treatment for patients who need it. I have recently been voted secretary of Jarvis Brook Residents Association. This active group seeks to improve the area for residents and have succeeded in many projects. As secretary I will seek to carry on the work started by my predecessor. Another community project that I am involved in is the building of a community centre for Jarvis Brook. As a councillor I feel it is important to be involved in such a vital local service that will benefit, not just the residents of Jarvis Brook, but the whole of Crowborough. I look forward to serving my community and helping to improve both work and personal life in Jarvis Brook.

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Crowborough Town Councillors (by Ward) WARD

NAME

ADDRESS

TELEPHONE

East Ward

ELLEFSEN Peter

(Independent)

St Martinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cottage, Western Road, Crowborough TN6 3EH cllr@ellefsen.uk

653965

East Ward

(Independent)

LARKIN David

The Old Cottage, Lewes Road, Laughton, BN8 6BQ davidrlarkin@btinternet.com

01323 811870

East Ward

(Conservative)

ROSE Greg

Hollies, Fermor Road, Crowborough TN6 3AP cllrgregrose@yahoo.co.uk

07515 884301

East Ward

(Conservative)

TIMMS Sandra

Malens, Beacon Gardens, Crowborough TN6 1BG sandra.timms@btconnect.com

654989

Jarvis Brook

(Conservative)

MOSS George

The Pippins, Eridge Road, Crowborough TN6 2SY georgemoss@hotmail.com

654201

Jarvis Brook

(Independent)

NEEVES David

95 Forest Rise, Crowborough TN6 2EP cllrdavidn@yahoo.co.uk

663456 07833 692948

North Ward

(Independent)

GARRETT Martyn

65 Millbrook Road, Crowborough TN6 2SB mgandsm.garrett@btinternet.com

661238

North Ward

(Independent)

PENNEY Alan

Sparken Lodge, Mill Drive, Crowborough TN6 2RR afpenney@mail.com

662565

North Ward

(Conservative)

REED Ronald

3 Southridge Rise, Crowborough TN6 1LN Ronaldreedr@aol.com

663532

North Ward

(Conservative)

WALLER Neil

94 Fermor Way, Crowborough TN6 3BJ Cllr.neil.waller@wealden.gov.uk

662435

MOSS Kay

The Pippins, Eridge Road, Crowborough TN6 2SY kayjmoss@msn.com

654201

ROGERS Heather

Rannoch House, Rannoch Road West, Crowborough TN6 1RF heatherlrogers2@gmail.com

661732

BRAIN Margaret

Conkers, Harlequin Lane, Crowborough TN6 1HU maggie.brain@btinternet.com

655226

BURCH Quentin

South View Cottage, South View Road, Crowborough TN6 1HL QuentinBurch08@aol.com

07876 501539

SCRACE Wendy

Greystones, 4 Swift Close, Crowborough TN6 1UN Wendy.Scrace@btinternet.com

07929 840724

STREET Matthew

Westfield Lodge, Hilders Farm Close, Crowborough TN6 2XJ matthewstreet@talktalk.net

660141

St Johns St Johns

(Conservative) (Independent)

West Ward

(Independent)

West Ward

(Conservative)

West Ward

(Independent)

West Ward

(Conservative)

CONTACT DETAILS

Crowborough Town Council Town Hall The Broadway Crowborough TN6 1DA Tel: 01892 652907 Fax: 01892 669736 e-mail: info@crowboroughtowncouncil.gov.uk Website: www.crowboroughtowncouncil.gov.uk Reprinting or transmission in whole or part is forbidden except by express permission of the Town Council. Crowborough Town Council has no affiliation to any of the advertisers in The Crowborough Directory Crowborough Town Council Newsletter - Issue 1, 2016

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In the heart of Crowborough High Street, with one of the most spectacular views across the surrounding area, local Independent Financial Advisor Ted Shaw runs his busy office of EJ Financial Ltd with the assistance of Andria Geal. Ted joined Edward Jones Ltd in 2007 following a career change and six months later passed 8 exams, including a complex Stockbroker examination, and became a qualified Stockbroker and Financial Advisor. He has since passed a number of other exams to achieve the Diploma Qualified (Dip FPS) status and is now studying a Chartered Financial Planner qualification. Managing his own firm, Ted is continually striving to deliver the highest quality of service to his clients. Prior to providing his clients with any advice he will take the time to understand your current financial goals and objectives, current circumstances and

your attitude to risk. This will be followed up with a letter confirming the discussion and whether a review is necessary. There is no charge for this initial review or commitment from yourself. This initial meeting is a two-way street where Ted and his potential client are able to establish if they are right for each other in order to achieve the best out of the long-term planning and building of this working relationship. Making plans for a comfortable retirement or making the correct financial decisions at each stage in your life is a serious business and not one Ted takes lightly when it comes to giving his clients the right advice. Are you retired?  Do you want more income and to Protect your Capital from Inflation?  Do you want to reduce your potential Inheritance Tax (IHT) charge?  Do you want to pass on assets to your children/grand children tax efficiently? Control your portfolio Risk, Volatility and Tax by creating a well thought out, regularly reviewed financial plan. Are you nearing retirement?  Are you wondering whether you will be able to have a

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comfortable retirement?  Have you considered the two main retirement goals; a) When? B) How much income?  Will your partner still have a comfortable retirement if you die? EJ Financial will help with cash flow plans, retirement planning and regular reviews. Are you younger and concerned about the future for you and your family?  How much should you save?  Where should you invest; Pension, ISA, Property?  Are your Financial Goals for you and your family protected? EJ Financial will work with you to create a full financial plan, including Life cover, Critical Illness cover and Income protection where appropriate, to secure the future for you and your family. What are the full range of services available at EJ Financial? F inancial Review & Planning (Cash Flow Plans) The Starting point. P ension Contribution Planning (including Carry Forward) Tax breaks for everyone, including those not earning.  I SA Contribution (Automatic Annual Transfer from General www.crowboroughdirectory.co.uk

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Investment Account (GIA to ISA) ) Tax free income in retirement.  Pension Freedom Advice The new rules from April 6 2015.  Investment Portfolio Management Managing Risk & Volatility for smoother returns. T ax Planning (IHT, Income Tax & CGT mitigation) Pay your dues and do not pay more than HMRC want you to. T rust Investment Portfolio Reviews Ensure that the beneficiaries will be happy with the ongoing control of their inheritance. P rotection (Life, Critical Illness, Income, Family) Why gamble with your financial plans when you can protect them and your family. What Ted’s clients have said about the service he offers: “Explains his process and guides me through my investment options.” “Ted takes time to understand my needs and asks quite direct questions to help me think about what I need/want for my future.” “I had no idea what my pension was worth and was pleasantly surprised with the outcome. I would never have considered moving my pension had Ted not explained the benefits.” “Very capable and insightful financial planning expert.”

“I always enjoy our meetings, and feel well informed on the subject discussed. No flannel, straight to the point.” A resident of Crowborough himself, for 20 years, Ted loves running his business from his home town. “Crowborough is a safe town for everyone and my children were all schooled in the area” said Ted. He enjoys the good transport links via road or train to London and the rest of the South East which connects him to his clients. Ted is very active in the local community, enjoying some of the sporting activities available and is a member of Beacon Golf Club, the Church Road Squash & Tennis Club and The Constitutional Club. He is also a Patron of Crowborough Rugby Club and Sponsor of Crowborough Athletic Football Club. EJ Financial like to support charities that are connected to the community or that are engaging, supporting and developing a variety of people of all ages in their

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difficult journey through life. His chosen charities are: Clued-up.info in Crowborough, a service supporting 11 to 25 year olds; and Rockinghorse in Brighton, the fundraising arm of the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital and Trevor Mann Baby Unit. Ted is often found at local events in and around the town. In fact you can speak to him at the Business Expo at Crowborough Community Centre on 1st March where he has a stand. He will be delighted to see you!

To find out more telephone 01892 655 973, email ted.shaw@ejfinancial.co.uk or visit the website: www.ejfinancial.co.uk 2nd Floor, Johnsons Building, The Broadway, TN6 1DE www.crowboroughdirectory.co.uk

Clubs & Organisations

March/April 2016  The Crowborough Directory Amateur Dramatics, Music & Dance Ashdown Scottish Country Dance Club

M Copeman - 01892 655 971 Thurs 8-10pm, Jarvis Brook Memorial Hall (Sept - June)

Buxted Symphony Orchestra

T Younger - 01892 852 145 Meet: Sat (term time) 9.30-11.30am at St Mary’s Church Hall, Buxted

Crowborough Choral Society

www.crowboroughchoral.com Weds 7.45pm (term time) at Herne Junior School

Crowborough Jubilee Choir

Norman Austin - 01892 655298 / e: cft-naustin@ supanet.com 8.15pm, Tues at Jarvis Brook Memorial Hall

The Crowborough Players

Contact: 01892 300 567 thecrowboroughplayers.com

Crowborough Singing for Fun Ladies Choir

Gillian Cowling - 01892 663 986 Mondays (term time) - 7.30pm at All Saints Church

Crowborough Vale Drama Group

Contact - 01892 662819 or email info@crowboroughvaledrama.org.uk Mondays 7.30-9.30pm at Crowborough Community Centre

Downsmen Corps Youth Marching Band

Paul Heyes - 01892 740 182 www.downsmen.org.uk

Groombridge Amateur Dramatic Soc.

groombridge.gads@gmail.com web: groombridge-gads.blogspot.co.uk

Mayfield Festival Choir

Robin Howden - 01825 830 277 Thurs eves Mayfield Primary School

Mayfield Youth Band

Jenny Pursglove - 01892 653 422 Meet: Fri eves 7pm at The Band Hut, Mayfield - www.mayfieldband.co.uk

MHG Ballroom and Latin Dance Club Heather or Mike - 01892 655 175 mhg.dancing@hotmail.co.uk

PopZing

Noel Bannister - 01892 668059 Tues eve 8pm, All Saints Church Hall.

Rotherfield Players

www.rotherfieldplayers.co.uk

What You Will Theatre

Youth Drama Club Contact - 01892 300 399 www.whatyouwilltheatre.com

Animals & Nature Ashdown Friends of the Earth

Pete Meiners - 01892 664 762 e: Petemeiners@aol.com www.ashdownfoe.co.uk

Brook Dog Training Club

Noel Austin - 01892 655 298 Weds 7pm at Jarvis Brook Memorial Hall (Kennel Club Associated)

Crowborough Common Forum

e: info@crowboroughcommon.org.uk www.crowboroughcommon.org.uk

Crowborough Conservation

Pat Arnold - 01892 611 414 www.crowboroughconservation.org

High Weald Beekeepers

J Greer - 01892 654 044 Division Apiary and Members’ Apiaries from April to September

Powdermill Trust for Nature Conservation

Barry Hawkins - 01892 852 120 1st Tues & 3rd Sun each month

Arts & Crafts

Hartfield Singers

Pat Arnold - 01892 611 414

inChoir

01342 760078 | www.inchoir.co.uk

Mayfield Band

Simon Rudge - 01435 872 007 Meet: Fri eves, 8-10pm at the Band Hut in Mayfield (behind the Memorial Hall) www.mayfieldband.co.uk

Chatterley Carvers

Jim French - 01892 610 534

Crowborough Arts

01892 661 319 | sue@bartonmanor.co.uk www.crowborough-arts.org.uk

Crowborough Creative Arts Group

Secretary: 01892 663 012. Meet: Fridays, 9.45am- 12noon, Coffee Bar, All Saints Church, Chapel Green.

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Charities World In Need

International Aid & Development Agency (Charity Reg 1041711) Tel: 01892 669 834 or visit www.worldinneed.co.uk

Facilities for Hire Crowborough Centre

Lorna Dowson Collins - 01892 653 823 e: info@crowboroughcentre.info | www.crowboroughcentre.info

Crowborough St John’s WI Hall

Sylvia Wild - 01892 653 957

Rotherfield Village Hall

Booking Clerk: 01892 660 138 / email bookings@rotherfieldvillagehall.co.org www.rotherfieldvillagehall.co.uk

St Richards Church and Hall

Emma Gutsell - 01892 611 318 e: office@strichardscrowborough.org www.strichardscrowborough.org

Hobbies & Interests 1st Crowborough Scouts

3x Beavers - 6 to 8 yrs | 3x Cub packs - 8 to 10 ½ yrs | x Scouts - 10 ½ to 14 yrs | 1x Explorer - 14 to 18 yrs Contact - 07780 605 856

Air Training Corp 1414 Squadron

For young people aged 13 to 20 Mark Hobbs - 01892 654 062 Mon and Thurs 7.15pm-9.30pm, Bldg 3, Crowborough Training Camp e: oc.1414@aircadets.org

Army Cadet Force (No8 Crowborough Detachment PWRR)

For ages 12 ½ to 18 yrs David Shearn - 01892 668 022 Mon and Weds 7.15pm - 9.30pm, Crowborough Army Camp.

Boys Brigade

Anchors - 5 to 8 yrs | Juniors - 8 to 11 yrs | Company - 11 to 18 yrs Colin Eaton - 01892 653 272 Friday evenings, United Church Hall

Crowborough Flower Club

Marjorie - 01892 654 725 Meet: 1st Thurs each month, 7.15pm at C’borough Community Hall, Pine Grove

Crowborough Historical Society

Gareth Hockin - 07956 214 935 or garethhockin@hotmail.co.uk 1st Tues each mth, 8pm, Crowborough Centre (excl. Aug) | www.cdhistory.org

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Crowborough Locomotive Society

John Wood - 01892 852 741 Goldsmiths Centre

Crowborough Model Boat Club

Joe Coppendale - 01732 366 358 Goldsmiths Centre, Boating Lake, W/Es

Girlguiding

Rainbows – girls 5-7 yrs | Brownies – girls 7-10 yrs | Guides – girls 10-14 yrs | The Senior Section – girls 14-26 yrs | Trefoil Guild – 18-108 yrs Sharon Brown – 01892 664 678 sharon-adrian@sarah79.fsnet.co.uk www.girlguiding.org.uk

Jarvis Brook Horticultural Society

Helen Jenkins - 01892 665 185 or email helen@steeproad.fsnet.co.uk

Knit Together

Anne - 01892 660 069 Mondays 2-3 pm (excl. Bank Holidays)

Pine Grove Pictures

www.pinegrovepictures.org.uk email hello@pinegrovepictures.org.uk

St.John Ambulance (Crowborough)

ray.cassford@sja.org.uk St.John Ambulance HQ, Park Road. Cadets: Weds (Term time) 6.30-8pm (10+ yrs) | Adults: Weds 7.45-9.30pm (18+)

St.John Ambulance Fellowship, Crowborough

Ron Davis - 01892 655 288 Meet: 2nd Tues each month 2-4 pm.

Sunflower Quilters

Contact: 01825 732 838 Meet: 2nd and 4th Tues from 2-pm, Crowborough Community Centre

Taoist Tai Chi Society

Michael Kilby - kilbymw@gmail.com / 01892 664 495 - www.taoist.org.uk

Wealden Model Aircraft Society

Bob Hart - 01892 852 137 1st Tues each month www.wealdenflyers.co.uk

Organisations & Societies Adult College for Rural E. Sussex

Contact: 01825 761 820 www.acreslearning.org.uk

Alcoholics Anonymous

Every Friday 8-9.30 pm at the United Church, Croft Road, TN6 1HA

Alderbrook Community Association

2nd Tues each month at 7pm, St Richard’s Church Hall, Fermor Road

Crowborough & District Lions Club

Frank Lees - 01892 654 196 Meet: 2nd Tues each month at Crowborough Social Club, Croft Road www.crowlions.org.uk

Crowborough Bonfire & Carnival Society

Nigel Cassford - 01892 661 675 or Nickie Sutton 01189 736 556 nickie.cbcs@btinternet.com

Crowborough Community First Responders

Leigh Westwood - 07780 976 041 www.crowborough-cfr.co.uk cfr@crowborough-cfr.co.uk

Crowborough Foodbank

07936 515 798 info@crowborough.foodbank.org.uk www.crowborough.foodbank.org.uk

Crowborough Friends of Hospice in the Weald

Contact: Joy Bruce - 01892 664 036

Crowborough Support Group of Parkinsons UK

Hilary Brown - 01892 654 324 2nd Weds each month, 3pm - Coffee bar, Old Hall, All Saints Church.

Friends of Rotherfield & Brook Surgeries

Bob Ely - 01892 852 659 rdely@tiscali.co.uk

Friends of Crowborough Hospital

The Friends Office, Crowborough Hospital, South View Rd, TN6 1HB Tel: 01892 664 626 e: enquiries@foch.org.uk

Friends of Saxonbury House Surgery Saxonbury Hse, Croft Rd, TN6 1DL Sue West - sew@talktalk.net

Jarvis Brook Community Association C Wickens - 01892 665 563 2nd Weds, Jarvis Brook Scout Hall

The Horder Centre

Registered Charity | Orthopaedic Hospital Contact: 01892 665 577 E: info@horder.co.uk www.hordercentre.co.uk

Royal British Legion

D Harris - 01892 660 235 secretary.rblcrow@talktalk.net Every 2nd Weds at Social Club, Croft Rd.

Society of Friends of Montargis

Mary Collins - 01892 662 676

Uckfield, Heathfield, Lewes & District Multiple Sclerosis Branch

J Gearing - 01892 764 292

Outdoors Crowborough Healthy Walk

Thursdays at 10.30am. 1 hr. P Hubens - 07740 899 559

High Weald Walkers

C Grumett - 01342 825 518

Parents & Toddlers Baby/Toddler Song (up to 4yrs)

D Shearn - 01892 668 022 e: dshearn@hotmail.com Thursdays 10.45am-12pm, Salvation Army, Bayhall Road, Tunbridge Wells

Clubs & Organisations

Crowborough Horticultural Society

Michèle Jenner - 01892 652 960 Last Tues each month at Crowborough Community Centre - 7.15 for 7.30pm.

‘Little Fishes’

01892 652 996 Mon & Fri 9.30-11.30am, United Church

Hickory Dickory

01892 661 027 Thurs, 10am-12pm (term time) St Michael’s Church Hall, Jarvis Brook

re:fresh

01892 652 081 Every Tuesday during term-time, 1011.45am, All Saints New Halls - www. allsaintscrowborough.org/refresh

Rotherfield Parent and Toddler Group

L Harrison - 07801 813 993 Rotherfield Memorial Hall, Mon mornings 9.30-11.30am term-time

Social Groups Brook Valley W.I.

Rotary Club of Crowborough

01892 660 029 4th Tues each month, 7.30pm at Jarvis Brook Memorial Hall

Rotherfield & Mark X Bonfire Society

Sheila - 01892 653 024 3rd Thurs each month at 1pm, United Church Hall

Malcolm - 01892 653 791 crowboroughrotaryclub@hotmail.co.uk www.rotary1120.org/crowborough Chairman: Mr Les Pike - 01892 852 252

Crowborough Darby & Joan Club

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Clubs & Organisations

March/April 2016  The Crowborough Directory Crowborough Evening Townswomens Guild

Carol Place - 01892 669 004 1st Fri each month, 7.45pm at Crowborough Community Centre

Crowborough Social Club M Wallman - 01892 653 314 Mon-Thurs 11am-11pm, Fri/Sat 11am-11.30pm, Sun 12-10.30pm.

Crowborough Social Group of E. Sussex Assoc. for the Blind

01323 832 252 3rd Friday each mth 2-4pm, All Saints Church Hall. (Call in an advance).

Crowborough St.John’s W.I.

J Rumary - 01892 661 406 1st Weds - 2.15pm at W.I. Hall, Ghyll Rd

Crowborough U3A

E McKay - 01892 610 087 3rd Weds each month, 2-4pm at All Saints Church Hall, Chapel Green

Crowborough Vale WI

M Peake - 01892 661 444 2nd Tuesday each month, 7.30pm at Crowborough Community Centre

Mark Cross W.I.

Contact - 01892 852 767 3rd Thurs - 7.30pm in Village Hall.

Mayfield & District U3A

Brian Grimwood - 01892 852 128 3rd Thurs each month at 2pm in Mayfield Memorial Hall

ME meetup

Support group for people with ME/CFS Contact: Graham - 01892 664 904 www.meetup.org.uk

Probus Club Of Crowborough

Beacon Badminton Club

Bryan or Ann - 01892 653 481 Thursdays, 8-10pm at Beacon Community College Sports Hall

Beacon Badminton Club (15+ yrs) Jane Sands - 01892 661 325 Every Fri, 7.45-9.45pm, Beacon College Sports Hall (term time) Beacon Swimming Club

Secretary: 01892 653 671 www.beaconswimmingclub.co.uk

Crowborough & District Anglers Assoc.

D Stanbridge - 01892 655 504 e: cdaa@talktalk.net www.crowboroughanglers.org.uk

Crowborough & District Petanque League

Contact: Chris Faithfull – 01892 665 067 or Jeremy Drew – 01892 652765

Crowborough & District Sports Assoc.

Richard Bagwell - 01892 603 000 x256

Crowborough & Rotherfield Jitsu Club John - 01892 654 100 Every Thurs, juniors & seniors www.crowboroughjitsu.co.uk

Crowborough Beacon Golf Club

Secretary 01892 661 511 option 1/2 www.cbgc.co.uk

Crowborough Bridge Club

Nick Levine - 01892 864 706 Mon & Fri eve / Thur pm at Crowborough Community Centre www.bridgewebs.com/crowborough

Crowborough Chess Club

Don Grant - 01892 654 071 Fri 7.30pm Community Centre

Crowborough Hockey Club

Vikki Link - 07742 104 142 / vikkilink@live.com adults (14+) Mon 7.30-9pm, Beacon Community College / Juniors (7-14yrs) Sat 8.45-10.15am Beacon School Astro

Crowborough Netball

Bob Bruce - 01892 66 7787 crowboroughprobus@btinternet.com monthly at the Plough & Horses

Contact - 07931 980 377 www.crowboroughnetball.com

Sussex High Weald Dementia Social Group

John Chamberlain - 01892 668 412 Email John.cpc@talktalk.net Fri 2pm & Sun 2.30pm Leisure Centre

Joan Brookbank - 01892 662 002 2nd Weds each month at Heather View

Sports & Games Badminton Club (Wednesdays)

Friendly Group 18+ Cheryl Harrison - 01892 654 440 Every Wed 8-10pm, United Church Hall

Crowborough Pétanque Club

Crowborough RFC

Simon Davies - 01892 663 915 Meet: Steel Cross, Crowborough www.crowboroughrugby.com

Crowborough Table Tennis Club

Phil Wilmowski - 01892 661 781 Every Friday 8-10pm at the Guide HQ, Jarvis Brook Car Park www.crowboroughttc.org.uk

Crowborough Tennis & Squash Club

Reception: 01892 652 618 Open: Daily at club on Church Road www.crowboroughrackets.org.uk

Crowborough Wolfe Bowling Club

Linda Law - 01892 662 583 Meet: Green - Wolfe Recreation Ground www.crowboroughwolfebowlingclub.com

Dorset Arms Angling Club

Keith Grose - 01892 652 631 info@dorsetarmsangling.co.uk www.dorsetarmsangling.co.uk

East Sussex Jnr Badminton Assoc.

U11’s,U13/15’sand U17’s. Home fixtures at Beacon College. William Brown - 01892 662 700 william@libraaudio.co.uk

Friars Gate Archers

Anthony Arber - 01892 668 330 www.friarsgatearchers.com

Goldsmiths Petanque Club

Herbie Edwards 01892 665783 League matches on Wed eve at 7.30pm during summer at Leisure Centre.

Groombridge Bowling Club

Barry Agutter - 01892 862 796 Meet: Mon, 6pm. Matches Wed, Sat & Sun. Green, off Back Lane, Gromenfield, Groombridge

Jarvis Brook Juniors Football Club

Paul McCarthy- 07875 878 835 chairman@jbjfc.org.uk

Maresfield Lawn Bowls Club

Tony Quinn - 01892 665 178 Tues & Thurs, 5pm, Maresfield Rec.

Mayfield Bridge/Chicago Club

Miss E Hodgens - 01435 867 430 Every Mon in Mayfield Memorial Hall. 1-4pm (Winter), 2-5pm (Summer)

Rotherfield Bowls Club

North Rd (rear of cricket/football pitch). Ron Lamport - 01892 664 973

St Johns Badminton Club“The Friendly Club”

John Benham - 01892 852649 Thurs 7.30-9.30pm at Leisure Centre

Wealden Cycle Club Crowborough

www.wealdencycleclub.co.uk.

Crowborough Runners

Sharon Wheeler - 07508 325 055 Goldsmith’s Leisure Centre

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Crowborough Glassworks Ltd offers a wide range of glass products to trade customers and home owners. With over 40 years’ knowledge in the glass industry we can offer a reliable and trustworthy service. We have recently gone under new ownership by Direct Trade Plastics Ltd which has allowed us access to more services and knowledge. Please see below a list of the services we can provide for you and if you have any queries or would like a free no obligation quote please do not hesitate to contact us. Our Services - Glass & Glazing - Toughened & Laminated Safety Glass - Double & Triple Glazed Units - Glass & Mirrors Cut to Size & Shape - Conservatory Roof Glass - Secondary Glazing - Back Painted Glass & Splash Backs - Bespoke Mirrors, Shelves & Furniture Tops - Leaded Lights - Glass Balustrade - Aluminium Secondary Glazing - Glass Etching

We offer Supply only or Supply & Fit

Stained Glass

Bevelled Designs

Leaded Glass, available in various designs.

Crowborough Glassworks Ltd Unit 14 Millbrook Business Park Sybron Way Crowborough East Sussex

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 7.30 – 17.00 Saturday 8.30 – 12.00 | Sunday Closed

TN6 3JZ

Tel: 01892 662263 • Fax: 01892 662258 • Email: enquiries@crowboroughglassworks.co.uk

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We are a centrally based company ideal to service Kent, Sussex and the Home Counties. We offer over 40 years combined knowledge within the construction industry with 32 years direct into the PVCu sector. With this knowledge we are here to serve and offer advice to trade customers and home owners with any projects no matter how big or small. We have built our company on offering sound advice, good customer relations and value for money products. Our product range is vast so please do not hesitate to contact us with any enquiries or a free no obligation quote. Our Services: - Windows & Doors - Bi-Folding Doors - Conservatories & Orangeries - Lanterns & Roof Lights - Garden Studios & Offices - PVCu & Aluminium - Timber Alternative Range - Fascia, Soffits & Rain Water Products - Aluminium & Cast Effect Guttering - Underground Drainage Residence 9 Windows offers the appearance of a tradition timber window, the 100mm frame depth and flush casement design combine to offer a cost effective timber replacement.

We have a vast range of doors available in many designs and colours.

Bi-Folding Aluminium Doors, with energy saving glass and high security locking system. Direct Trade Plastics Ltd Unit 7 Millbrook Business Park Sybron Way Crowborough East Sussex TN6 3JZ Cascade Cast Effect Guttering - an authentic traditional cast iron style in plastic.

Lanterns, a great way to pull natural light into your home.

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 7.30 – 17.00 Saturday 8.30 – 12.00 | Sunday Closed

Tel: 01892 661331 • Fax: 01892 663345 • Email: enquiries@directtradeplastics.co.uk Please mention The Crowborough Directory when responding to adverts

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Latest news With a new year comes the distribution of the updated Chamber Members Directory. The A5 booklet, which is distributed to 9,000 households in the area, provides the contact information for all Chamber members and is a handy reference for members of the public who are looking to use the services of our members. It is one of a number of benefits of Chamber Membership and its distribution always attracts new members. Copies are also available from Waitrose for a limited time and from Chamber events throughout the year.

The Chamber was delighted to welcome Gary Williams of Beacon Academy to speak to members at our January meeting. Gary, who is the Sixth Form Pastoral Manager & Careers Advisor, highlighted the need for apprenticeships now that students must remain in education or training until the age of 18. The presentation helped dispel some misconceptions concerning what is involved in offering an apprenticeship and gave a number of members more confidence in pursuing the possibility of being able to offer a young person a training opportunity. The Chamber looks forward to continuing its relationship with Beacon in the coming year and beyond in order to prepare young people for a future in work. The Chamber has invited Wealden MP Nusrat Ghani to present to the Chamber at our AGM in March. As well addressing the Chamber and taking questions on the her first year in office and local issues Ms Ghani will also be announcing the winners of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chamber awards. If you would like to find out more about the Crowborough and District Chamber of Commerce, its aims and advantages of membership please visit our website:

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The Crowborough Directory  March/April 2016

We are almost in March, where did January and February go? I wonder how many readers managed to keep to their New Year Resolutions? Mine were to lose ¾ of a stone and complete Dry January (no alcohol). Fortunately I managed both which I’m very pleased about! In a professional capacity, I worked as a Barristers’ Clerk in London for over 20 years which involved managing the casework of Barristers (specialist lawyers). Traditionally the work of Barristers came via solicitors but the rules changed several years ago to allow Barristers to accept work directly from clients, i.e. from members of the public and businesses who need legal advice and/or court representation, instead of having to have a solicitor in the middle. This is the reason I formed my own business, The Barrister Broker, nearly three years ago, to help people deal with their legal issues as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible by facilitating Barristers to help them.

The Benefits

Part of my value is that I remove the ‘guesswork’ to choosing the right lawyer for your needs. I provide highly experienced Barristers from my panel - people who I regularly work with (sometimes over many years) who have proven track records and the necessary skills and experience to help you.

1. L egal expertise - A Barrister has specialist knowledge in his or her legal field, i.e. divorce law, employment law, road traffic law, etc. Going directly to a ‘specialist’ will save you time, money and hassle in the long term. 2. Cost - A Barrister will cost you less overall than a solicitor - a result of much lower operating costs, the effect of fixed fees and flexible working.

So if you are going through a divorce and fear you may not get your rightful share of the family assets or you’re seeking custody or contact with your children, DON’T ‘guess’ when it comes to using a lawyer do yourself a big favour and speak to me. My number is 01732 866 562.

3. F ixed fees - knowing how much the cost will be BEFORE agreeing to have the work done is a really important factor that my clients love because it gives them peace of mind and no nasty surprise bills after the work has been done. Choosing the ‘right’ lawyer for your needs is incredibly important. People often go to a lawyer with NO prior knowledge of the quality of that person’s work assuming they will be in safe hands simply because that person is a lawyer. I have over 25 years in the legal industry so trust me when I say that that sort of assumption is incredibly risky. Lottery springs to mind!

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The Barrister Broker - reducing your legal costs

Take a look at my website www.thebarristerbroker.com and feel free to follow me on twitter @BarristerBroker You can also find me at the Crowborough Business Expo on March 1st at the Crowborough Community Centre. I’ll be there from 10am until 2pm. Come and say hello!

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Loyalty Card

March/April 2016  The Crowborough Directory

The Crowborough & District Loyalty Card £50 worth of vouchers to be won each month! The winners of the latest draws were: • December – Sarah Morris from Crowborough who collected her stamps in Guest’s Shoe Services (pictured). • January – Geoff Evans from Crowborough who collected his stamps from Columbine Dry Cleaners. Before submitting your cards for the draw please remember to write your name and address in the space provided, blank cards will be rejected from the draws.

How it works

Simply pick up a FREE Loyalty Card from any of the participating businesses and start collecting stamps. For every £10 spent you will receive a stamp, maximum 18 stamps per transaction. Each card takes 6 stamps, once full add your name and address details and deposit in one of the collection boxes (locations below). Your card will then be entered into the prize draw for that month with one lucky winner getting £50 of vouchers to spend in any of the participating businesses. There is no limit to the number of cards you can submit in a month; the more you fill the greater the chance you have of winning! For more information visit www.crowboroughchamber.co.uk or email secretary@crowboroughchamber.co.uk

Participating businesses Chamber of Commerce Members The Crowborough Directory

Millbrook Garden Centre

T&T Plant Hire Ltd

Global Travel

The Natural Health Centre

W.E. Cro & Son

Guests Shoe Services

OMD Websites

Zest

Judy Bowen-Jones Acupuncture

The Pet Food Shop

Non-Chamber Members AB and C Shoe Repairs

Durban Dental Centre

Mullberry

Brook House Carpets

Hair Gallery

Phillips Man Shops

Columbine Dry Cleaners

Hearing & Mobility

Crowborough Shoe Repairs

Mid Sussex Timber

Collection boxes are located at: Guests Shoe Services, 5 High Street, Crowborough, TN6 2QA; and T&T Plant Hire Ltd, 12 Wealden Industrial Estate, Farningham Road, Jarvis Brook, TN6 2JP.

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