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Planning a new kitchen is a bit like Christmas, the more effort that goes in to the preparation, the more successful the outcome will be. Tony Myers of Anthony Edwards Kitchens talks to Life in Petersfield hen Tony Myers is planning a kitchen he spends a lot of time with clients. He wants to know what are the most important and practical elements of your perfect kitchen and how it will best work for you and your family. He will advise where a wall can be added or taken away to make the room a better space, perhaps to fit in a larder or simply to bring in more light.

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Christmas tradition: Tony makes biscotti “It’s fun when we start to work out what is going to make your kitchen individual to you. It might be any number of things: a different use of space, some hand-made tiles, an innovative plaster finish, a set of photographs or a painting.”

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Whether you want a traditional looking kitchen or a contemporary one, and whether it is made of wood, painted wood, acrylic or steel, it needs to function perfectly. “The choices are endless when it comes to kitchen design, but it’s really important to get the basics right, before you buy a state-of-the-art gadget,” says Tony.

Worktops come in granite, marble, Corian, stainless steel, concrete or glass – anything is possible, and everything has a practical, an aesthetic and a financial implication. “My job is to show you what the possibilities are,” he says, “and to discover what will make a good kitchen into your ‘dream’ kitchen”.

And then the build begins. From the initial planning stage to the completion of the work Anthony Edwards Kitchens will manage your project through every stage. To talk to Tony about your kitchen please call him on 01730 260870.

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s we enter November, it is hard to believe that Christmas is less than eight weeks away. For some people, these are early days to be thinking about Christmas, while a few will have already bought their festive gifts, or made lists. Life in Petersfield offers plenty of ideas for presents and shoppers – for men and women and boys and girls (not forgetting pets). We also look at some local food and drink opportunities during the festive season. After the postponement of the Christmas Festivities by the district council, local businesses have come to the rescue and backed the switching on of the lights in early November – thanks to an initiative by the Association of Petersfield Businesses. However, the future of Petersfield’s other festivities over the May and August Bank Holidays remains in some doubt as the organizers have decided to step aside and look for others to take over. Here’s your chance to make a difference in the town. With generous helpings of arts, adventure, gardening, property and sport, there’s plenty to get your teeth into. Here’s wishing all our readers, advertisers and supporters a very Happy Christmas and an excellent 2011.

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Contents Welcome News

Generous helpings 1 Rock school; New council leaders; 4 Busy songbird; Buried treasure; ‘You’re hired’

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Getting ready for your Christmas Party by Aimee Plant

Events

Christmas lights switch-on; Future of Petersfield Festivities; Fireworks extravaganza

Shopping

Christmas gifts for women, men, children and pets

Profile

Singer Grace Banks

What’s On

Full Christmas Guide

Environment

South Downs National Park update

Food & Drink

Festive feasting

Business News Marshall Land Systems; Dilys Designs Proatech; Review Hairdressing

Health

Priority; Kamon Wing Chun

Property

4 Sites Campaign; Market trends

Adventure

Ben Southall’s downunder diary; Father and son go into Africa

Arts

Theatre news; Artscape; Steep photo winners; Bedales’ ‘Dream’

Charity

Alzheimers aid; SCF; Dream weavers; Community First; Christmas Fair

Sport

Petersfield rugby, football, cricket

Competition

Park House Hotel PH20 spa day

Directory

Local contacts; Advertising list; Distribution points

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Shopping: 14

Profile: 22

Adventure: 38

Arts: 40

Sport: 46

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team of Petersfield businesses took over the world-famous Abbey Road Studios in London – which are not open to the public. They delivered a unique `Rock School` team building event to an international group of advertising agents, as part of their annual conference. Many of those involved have previously worked together to deliver the Petersfield Festivities over the last four years the event and conference was conceived and managed by Philip Haines, of Hainesnet, and Jonathon Hall. Philip said: “We proposed Abbey Road to the client early in the year and it took six months of meticulous planning to deliver. The day was a fantastic success for everyone.” Delegates were taught to play instruments by teachers from Petersfield-based LiveKaraokeBand, who also entertained the delegates in the evening. After practice and rehearsals three tracks were recorded, and a package including a CD distributed to delegates to take home. “This was a brilliant teambuilding day,” said Jonathon Hall, from Sheet, and owner of London advertising agency The Ad Store, who was representing the client.” Iain Martin of Stiff Promotions provided the band, and technical production. Regular Petersfield performer Jazz Morley also performed. Pete Dew, landlord of The Square Brewery, was involved in the catering and provided tables for the event which have been donated to Petersfield Town FC. And Simon Gubbins of Robison and Co provided the insurance for the whole event, a truly local contribution to an international conference. www.hainesnet.com/comvort 4

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etersfield singer-songwriter Sertari is getting ready to tour Cyprus in December, playing around the island with hiphop group DNA. Originally known as Nicola K, she has been busy writing a new LP ' Pandora's Box' with producer Benjamin K. Sertari gets involved in charity events, and all the proceeds from her November single 'Platform 22' are going to schools in the United States. She is also performing at a big charity show at the Ministry of Sound and she will be helping raise money for Great Ormond Street Hospital. Her stage name comes from her family name Koussertari. “I decided to take the name Sertari as a tribute to my father and family

New leaders he new leader and deputy leader for East Hampshire District Council (EHDC) are Councillors Patrick Burridge, cabinet member for planning, and Ken Moon, holder of the finance portfolio, following a full council meeting in October. “I am thrilled to be able to serve the district at this time,” said Cllr Burridge. “There is a lot of change to deal with: the new South Downs National Park, our developing partnership with

who have been supportive in my musical journey,” Sertari says. Her father, Nicolas Koussertari, owns Nicky’s Fish ‘n Chips in Petersfield. His stage name was Nicolas Sertari when he travelled the world as a singer, including performing in panto with Ken Dodd. Sertari, www.myspace.com/ sertari Havant Borough Council and, above all, the need to make hard decisions to make savings, while keeping services effective and council tax low. “We have a well-established culture of working in partnership with local people and community and voluntary organizations. East Hampshire communities are more active than most, and we shall be looking at ways to invigorate our partnership and support for them, maintaining East Hampshire as one of the best places to live in the UK.”

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piece of local history is being preserved from the site of the old Jolly Sailor pub on the Causeway in Petersfield. When the run-down building was ready for demolition, developers Linden Homes helped to recover some ‘buried treasure’. The Linden team has carefully removed two precious pieces of mainly blue-stained glass from the front bay window. The windows show delicate maritime scenes and are great examples of 1930s art deco craftsmanship. One window has been given to Katherine Wootton, a local resident who lives close to the site and asked Linden to save the windows. “We were having an extension done on our Victorian cottage and we knew the window would be perfect,” said Katherine. “I’ve always admired the Jolly

Sailor’s windows and become very fond of them. We also bought some bricks from the site because they matched our house exactly. It’s really nice to think we’ve incorporated a little local history into our new extension. We’ve done some recycling with a bit of history thrown in.” The other window will be donated to the Petersfield Museum, which intends to have the glass specially mounted to allow the light to shine through easily. The pub, which had been shut for six years, is to be replaced with 10 new homes, 8 flats and two 4-bedroom houses, called Beaumont Gate. Beaumont Gate, 02380 665115. www.lindenhomes.co.uk

etersfield residents battling against developing four sites have won the first round. In October East Hampshire District Council rejected a planning application to build 96 new homes at Penns Place. Trevor Nichols, Chairman of the 4 Sites Campaign, says that the group is not feeling in any way triumphant. “We have to accept an element of growth. But we want development by evolution and the South Downs National Park has brought a new sense of perspective.” The 4 Sites Campaign delivered a petition signed by 1300 people to the EHDC in September. See: Environment (page 26) and Property (page 36) on the 4 Sites Campaign.

Fundraising run

eam Bedales, led by Keith Budge, Headmaster of Bedales Schools, and his wife Moony, achieved a grand total of £1500 on the Great South Run in Portsmouth. The money will be divided equally between two charities – the Bedales bursary scheme to support youngsters who otherwise could not afford a Bedales education; and the Miraflor Project in Nicaragua, run by Dunhurst, the junior school, for the Escuela Vincente Talavera School. Bedales. www.bedales.org.uk

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uth Badger, runner-up in the second series of the reality TV show, The Apprentice, in 2006, spent a day filming at Langrish House Hotel. Ruth, who runs a business consultancy and a training academy, was preparing for a new BBC1 series, Inside Out. She aims to help the long-term unemployed back to work. She told Petersfield residents Gary Cooper and Bryan Chandler how to prepare a CV and how to conduct an interview. With a haircut and a new suit, they experienced various types of hotel work. L Issue 25 November/December 2010

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Get ready for a festive party It is the season for wrapping up warm and getting cosy by the fire, says Aimee Plant but it’s also the season to be jolly and to attend lots of festive parties. f you have any fabulous events lined up, read on to find out how local businesses can help you get ready, and if you don’t have anything in the calendar, find some inspiration to host one yourself.

Hair Chris Scott from Lavant Rowe Hairdressing says “Looking and feeling fabulous is essential for everyone’s festive calendar. For your glamorous ‘hair-up’ occasion or that ‘long luscious locks’ do, Lavant Rowe Hairdressing can transform your hair perfectly for every festive party style. If you’re feeling daring or fancy a complete change try one of ‘the latest contemporary trends’ for that funky office party look.” For Christmas, Lavant Rowe Hairdressing is offering luxurious gifts such as a ‘Camellia Oil Candle’ developed by ‘Cire Trudon’ the world’s oldest candle maker; Shu Uemura’s ‘Emblematic Cleansing Oil’ & ‘Sakura Cherry Blossom Bath-oil’ Limited Edition Pamper Kit or a beautifully Italian crafted hairbrush with black velvet carry pouch (available with home hair-care programs). There’s also 15% Off ‘Lavant Rowe Gift Vouchers’ throughout November and December. For easy to manage, smooth hair, the ‘Brazilian Blow-dry’ at Halo Creative Hair is an investment for the party season. Sharon, head designer says; “It will improve the condition of your hair, get rid of frizz and straighten with out compromising volume and it lasts three to five months.” Beauty Something for the Weekend has handpicked products and treatments that offer the best in beauty, including the renowned Guinot and Elemis ranges, CACi electrotherapy package, the Jessica natural nail system, St Tropez tanning and the Royal Effem make-up range. “We blend age old beauty techniques with new technology,” says owner Tanya King. Innerspirit is running lots of promotions throughout November and December, so take advantage while it lasts to get ‘beautylicious’ for a Christmas bash. You can have a spray tan for only £15 a session (or a set of three for £30), nail extensions for £15 a set, and a cut and blowdry for £27.50. Sarah Evens at the Priority Beauty Studio is offering an OPI gel nail lacquer from November which lasts three weeks as well as the Amazing Lashes eyelash extensions. There isn’t really any excuse not to get pampered, so you

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Clothes For festive clobber you don’t have to look far. There are lots of high street and boutique clothes shops to choose from in Petersfield. For unique party numbers, have a peek in Tiger Rose who sell cotton and silk tops from Italy, trendy spandex dresses from LA and brands such as By Timo, The Barn and Sandwich.

Necklaces by Gaby’s at Plumage

Beautiful boots from Rhona Russell

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Rhona Russell does fabulous shoes for all occasions but don’t forget to browse the rails for a most flattering outfit to ‘wow’ fellow partygoers. And for a bit of sparkle and bling to transform any day outfit into night there are some gorgeous pieces of jewellery available from Plumage. Venue If you haven’t got any dates booked in your diary yet then why not host your own festive celebration at one of the many venues in Petersfield? The Half Moon in Sheet has a fantastic function hall that can be blocked off from the rest of the pub. Colin and Jenny Baker have worked in the catering business for most of their lives and can tailor a menu for your special party. They can seat 120 or hold up to 200 people for a finger buffet. If you don’t want to book out the whole place then you can always book a table of ten or eight, among other parties, only to move onto the dance floor after eating for a disco until the early hours. Mary at the Folly Wine Bar Upstairs is also happy to help host a personal party for any occasion. “I am totally flexible,” she says “I ask the customers what they want and we will try to make it happen.” Mary is happy for you to hire a disco or a live band, and the barnlike space with it’s high wooden ceiling can easily be separated into a dining area and a dance floor. Whether it’s sit down or a buffet, at the Folly Upstairs it’s always fine dining, with its local and seasonal food. “We’ve done bangers and mash parties, Thai nights, vegan parties, we can literally do anything.” Last but not least, set in the beautiful Hampshire countryside, the Tithe Barn, a historic grade II listed building has a mix of history; informality and modern facilities will make for a truly elegant Christmas Party. So whatever you do, wherever you go, whatever you wear make sure you have a jolly festive time and celebrate the season in style. Remember you heard it in Life in Petersfield first!

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Christmas lights switch-on The magic of Christmas will light up Petersfield on the evening of Friday 19 November, thanks to the support and commitment of local businesses and individuals rganised by the Association of Petersfield Businesses (APB), the Christmas lights’ switch-on aims to be a fun-filled family event to welcome the festive season and raise funds for BBC Children in Need, Tracey Richardson writes. The team has worked tirelessly to bring a Christmas event to Petersfield after the cancellation of the Festivities earlier in the year. They started with an appeal to the business community to buy a string of lights for the tree, and then launched a public appeal for BBC Children in Need. It’s still not too late to get involved. In October a special visitor came to Petersfield to help launch the “Buy A Bulb for Pudsey” Appeal – Pudsey, the famous bear himself ! It was smiles and hugs all around the town as Pudsey toured the shops and businesses supporting the Appeal. Children of all ages were delighted to see him and kick-start the fundraising. The campaign runs until the day of the event, 19 November, and the Switch-On will take place in the Square between 6pm and 8pm. There will be stilt-walking entertainers, magicians and balloon artists, plus hot

While the Christmas Festivities have been put on ice – rescued by a Christmas lights switch-on – the highly popular May and August events are also in danger

T (L to R) Paul Martin, Tracy Richardson, Shirley Crockford and Michael D. Finch chestnuts and winter punch, Christmas goodies to purchase and Santa in his grotto. You can buy your “Bulb for Pudsey” and collect the beautiful stickers designed by Paul Martin of Paul Martin Design Company at various places in Petersfield – in the High Street, Rams Walk, Lavant Street, Chapel Street, and College Street. We are thrilled with the response to the call for volunteers to help on the night, but can always accommodate extra pairs of hands, so if you are over 18 and would like to be involved please contact Jill Towner. 01730 261613 trevor.towner@btconnect.com.

Fireworks Extravaganza The annual spectacular fireworks event (Life in Petersfield Event of the Year 2007) will kick off at 6pm on Saturday 6 November from the Square

here will be live music to build the excitement and an array of glow sticks and other light-dazzling goodies available to purchase. The procession will then head to the Bell Hill recreation ground where a highly organised and safe event has been painstakingly set up by Round Table members and volunteers. The bonfire will be lit at 7.10pm with the spectacular fireworks and accompanying music being set off at 7.30pm by a lucky competition winner from a local Petersfield infant school. Tickets will be available from One Tree Books, the Tourist Office, Petersfield Post and Petersfield Herald. A prize raffle draw is also a new addition for 2010 with a £50 cash Town Junior Football Club, Petersfield ATC, Citizens Advice, Petersfield Society prize and a variety of other prizes donated for Special Needs, Rowans Hospice, Winton by local businesses. House and other worthy individual causes. Local Petersfield charities that have The Petersfield Round Table, previously received donations are the Open www.petersfieldrt.org.uk Air Pool, Homestart Butser, Petersfield Life Life Mag Banner Ad:Layout 2 27/10/10 15:58 Page 1 L

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Your Town Needs You! he organizers of the Festivities held in Petersfield every May and August Bank Holidays have decided to call it a day and look for a new team. The main organizing team of Philip Haines, Jonathan Berry, and Peter Dew – supported by many others in the town – can no longer meet the cost in time or in effort. They have run the festivities for the last three years and held seven events (four Festivities and three Local Food Festivals). The search is now on for new organizers. Philip Haines, of Petersfield Events, explains why he and others are stepping down. “Petersfield Events, a volunteer group generously funded by the local business community, has raised thousands of pounds for charity and provided fun and entertainment for the people of Petersfield and thousands of visitors. “This has been done without cost to the taxpayer, and indeed has provided additional revenue to East Hampshire District Council. Unfortunately those costs are now unsustainable, and so we have therefore decided not to continue organizing the events. “We would encourage everyone to support the many other venues, arts and entertainment groups in Petersfield, making it the special place it is. If anyone would like to come forward to organize these events in the future please contact Petersfield Events.” Potential organizers will find no shortage of businesses to back the event and individuals in the town to support it. Gareth Gammon, MD of Navigate Design, explains the value of getting involved: “Organizing, supporting and promoting great local events is a good way for a business or organization to back the community and keep its name in the public eye. “To see the Square being used for trade and events, festivals and markets is so important, and the First Friday business network has been pleased to support Petersfield Events and all the organizers of the August Festivities this year.” Petersfield First Friday – the business networking organization which Gareth Gammon founded seven years ago – stepped up as the main sponsors of the two-day August Bank Holiday Festivities in 2010, and they hope to do the same next year. Festivities, festivals@petersfieldevents.co.uk

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Family favourites Finding it hard to think of gift ideas for a certain someone this Christmas? Life in Petersfield has ventured into town for some inspiration to get you started

Gifts for women Kim Taylor Photography, family photo shoots from £25

Wentworth wooden puzzles, One Tree Books £15 Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood Gift Card, from £39

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Truth charms from £12 and bracelets from £25, Trevor Towner 15% off gift vouchers from Lavant Rowe 1 November to 24 December

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Gifts for men Roberts Revival DAB, Petersfield Electricals £153 Flask and cups, £27 Inside Out

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Gifts for girls Steif Teddies, Far Horizons

Tin Tea Set, £20 Cute Trunkies, £30 Stomp Bananagrams, £14.99 One Tree Books

Truth Charms from £15 and bracelets £25, Trevor Towner

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Gifts for boys

Micro Scooter, £51 Cute (available in blue or pink)

Farm, £60 Cute

Robotic Hand, £10.00 One Tree Books Racing Car and Driver, £19.50 Cute

Advent bunting £9.99, Bonica

Remote control helicopter £29.99, Folly Models

Visit he lively lanes and alleyways of Petersfield have always been one of the town’s attractions. If you venture off the High Street be sure to visit Pages Court. Nestled between Tiger Rose and Bath Travel on Petersfield High Street you will find some special independent shops. Bonica create bespoke bouquets made from seasonal flowers, fruits, bark, herbs and foliage, as well as super gifts for home and garden. For the children there is Cute which sells a fabulous range of great quality toys and clothes and original stocking filler ideas. Stomp specialises in babies and children’s shoes, stocking a wide variety of brands. Behind Cute you will find Butterflies, specialists in Lingerie, where you will find a beautiful selection of lingerie and night

wear, as well as offering an expert fitting service. Next door is Nutmeg’s boutique spicing up clothes shopping in Petersfield by offering a wide range of stylish and contemporary women’s wear. Something for the Weekend offers gift vouchers for an alternative Christmas present as well as fabulous beauty treatments for you to de-stress, rejuvenate and pamper. After a some great shopping, drop into Monoloco for a welldeserved award winning lunch, cup of coffee or glass of wine. Bonica, 01730 267444 Butterflies, 01730 267014 Cute, 01730 300900 Monoloco, 01730 266119 Nutmeg, 01730 263660 Something for the Weekend, 01730 260260 Stomp, 01730 233117 Issue 25 November/December 2010

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Gifts for pets Happy Pet Loofa Sock Pal, £2.99 Farringdons

Boredom breaker naturals cranberry and parsley, £ 3.50 Farringdons

Hatchwells Cat Calander, £2.99 Farringdons

Goodboy Dogteasers, £ 1.99 Farringdons

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The BUZZ Words Hyaluronic Acid A large percentage of our skin is made up from Hyaluronic Acid (HA), a highly absorbent substance that hydrates and creates volume. As we age, our levels of HA decrease, causing fine lines and wrinkles. Luckily, help is at hand with Restylane – a HA gel that is injected directly into the skin to boost its appearance. There are a range of products available to suit every treatment need and subtly minimise creases and revive the complexion. For more details go to :

Fresher Faces Dr Ian Hallam MBE, BDS and his team at Meon Facial, winners of a highly commended award at the 2010 Smile Awards, specialise in cosmetic and implant dentistry and non-surgical facial aesthetic treatments, which can help you achieve the ideal you. Restylane, which launched in 1996, was the first ever hyaluronic acid dermal filler used to alleviate the signs of aging. Although a healthy lifestyle and diet are big factors as we age, they alone cannot tackle the loss of

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Amazing Grace Singer-songwriter Grace Banks tells her story to Life in Petersfield

f ever a woman lives up to her name it is Grace Banks. One of the superb singer-songwriters nurtured in the Petersfield area in recent years, she has something special about her – style, soul, depth, and, yes, grace. When you meet Grace, she exudes warmth and a gentle eagerness to engage, with a ready smile. When she performs, she pulls in her audience with the same effortless ease, although her demeanour is more serious. She finds it hard to classify her style of music, although her website describes it as “soul-folk”. Certainly there is a richness, depth and lyrical

poetry which defies description – and she has a beautiful voice, an ethereal presence. Grace enjoys Elliot Smith and Amy Winehouse; and she is often lumped in with Laura Marling, Feist and Jewel. But she is a gem in her own right. She remembers composing from a very early age. “I was about three or four when my parents bought a piano and I started then,” she says without a hint of precociousness. Now aged 25, she has always been fascinated with sound and music, and plays piano, guitar and violin. Her first open mic was when she was 16 or 17, and she returns regularly to her Petersfield Issue 25 November/December 2010

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roots. She had a gig at the end of September 2010 at the Square Brewery, organized by Iain Martin, from Stiff Promotions – who recalled her performing at one of his first shows back in 2003. At school Grace was in the same year as Lily Allen and Luke Pritchard, lead singer of The Kooks, at Bedales, with her father Graham as the inspirational head of English. She was close to Luke (about whom she has written a haunting song called ‘Common Dreams’). Having spent a year learning to be a

structural engineer, she decided that such a career was not for her, and she gained a place at the University of Bristol to read music. “The course was classically based, and that has obviously had an influence on my music,” she says. Grace now lives in London, where she is employed by a music charity, the Musicians Benevolent Fund, assessing the work of groups and singer-songwriters. At present she is working full-time because the charity is shortstaffed but hopes to go part-time again soon.

“Although this pays the rent, I believe that, to make my music career work, I need to spend more time with my music. Making a success of the music business is based on talent, connections and finance. Most of the people who break into the music profession have either connections or financial help and often don’t need a regular day job.” Grace is unsure which way music will take her. She says she has no wish for fame, but does not fear it. Her true love lies in writing, sound and producing music. “I spend a lot of time questioning what I do. I like to get involved in all aspects of music and, to that end, I have trained with a live sound engineer and done some production courses.” Recently she has gathered a group of musicians around her. “I advertised for a double bass player on Gumtree and the excellent John Rixon appeared. Then I found a drummer, David Trevillion, who had an internship with the music charity at which I work. For the group, the songs I write are much heavier,” she says. “Occasionally I perform with trumpet, trombone and other singers but the band’s fundamental line-up is a trio.” Now she is working on an album which she hopes will be available on iTunes soon. You can catch her on YouTube, myspace or her own website, where you can hear her songs and get a free mp3. Better still, go and see Grace live. You will be enchanted. Grace Banks, www.gracebanks.co.uk Nick Keith L

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What’s On: Festive Special Life in Petersfield’s pull out and keep guide to what’s on around town for the months leading up to Christmas and New Year

November

l Tuesday 2 November The River People: Lily through the Dark Venue: Bedales Olivier Theatre Time: 7.30pm l Wednesday 3 November Winter Talk & Film Venue: Gilbert White Field Studies Centre, Selborne Price: £15 Time: 7.30pm Contact: 01420 511275 l Wednesday 3 November Make a Difference Day Venue: Alton Maltings Cntre Contact: Kate Male, 01730 234394 l Thursday 4 November Ditcham Park School Lunchtime Concert Venue: St Peter’s Church Time: 1pm Contact: 01730 263254 l Saturday 6 November “Bugles From Sad Shires” Venue: Privett Church, Froxfield Price: £7 Time: 12pm Firework Extravaganza

Price: Adult £6, Family £14, Child/ OAP £3 Time: 6pm

Venue: Weald & Downland Open Air Museum Time: 10.30am - 4pm

l Saturday 6 November Winter Warmers and Festive Fashion Venue: Rams Walk, Petersfield Time: 12pm, 1pm, 2.30pm

l Saturday 13 November The Real Jane Austen Book Club: An Illustrated Talk by Prof Kathryn Sutherland Venue: Jane Austen’s House, Chawton Price: £10, concessions £7.50 Time: 2pm Contact: 01420 83262

l Sunday 7 November Farmer’s Market Venue: Petersfield Square Contact:01420 588671 l Monday 8 November Petersfield U3A presents ‘Dr Harry Rpberts – A Petersfield Philanthropist’ by David Jeffery Venue: Community Centre Time: 2.30pm Contact: 01730 233502 l Monday 8 November Bedales Drama - BAC Venue: Bedales Olivier Theatre l Tuesday 9 November “Brigitte Cabaret”. Shady Jane Theatre Company Venue: The Studio @ TPS Price: £8 Time: 7.30pm l Thrusday 11 November Treat Your Feet! Venue: South Harting Village Hall Contact: Vikki, 07825 185880

l Saturday 6 November Lieder Recital Venue: St Peter’s Church, Petersfield Time: 7.30pm Contact: 01730 263254 l Saturday 6 November The Chichester Singers Venue: Chichester Cathedral Price: £18 £15 £10 £7 Time: 7.30pm Contact: 01243 813595

l Saturday 13 November Tots Disco Venue: The Studio @ TPS Price: £2 Time: 10am-12pm l Friday 19 November Hampshire Wine Shippers Wine Tasting Venue: Petersfield Festival Hall Time: 6pm – 9pm Contact: 01730 266133 l Saturday 20 November The Wessex Guild of Craftsmen Show and Sale of Work Venue: St Peters Hall, Petersfield Time: 10am-4pm l Saturday 20 - Saturday 27 November Arts and Crafts Exhibition Venue: St Peter’s Church, Petersfield Contact: 01730 263254

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l Wednesday 24 NovemberSaturday 27 November Little Shop of Horrors Venue: Petersfield Festival Hall Contact: 01730 268829 Price: Adult £11-£13 Under 16 £6 l Thursday 25 November Paper Lantern Procession Venue: Winchester Cathedral, Great Hall Price: £5 Time: 6pm Contact:01962 857275 l Thursday 25 November A Shopping Experience Venue: Champneys Forset Mere, Liphook Time: 6pm – 10pm Contact: 01428 726025 l Thursday 25 NovemberThursday 16 December Live Nativity Venue: Winchester Cathedral Time: Tuesday 10am-6pm, Thursday 10am-8pm l Thursday 25 NovemberFriday 24 November Father Christmas’ Ice Cave Venue: Winchester Cathedral

l Saturday 13 November and Saturday 11 December Makers Market Venue: Festival Hall Time: 2pm-5pm Contact: Wanda, 07709 306070 l Thursday 11 NovemberSaturday 13 November The Government Inspector Venue: Festival Hall, Petersfield Price: Evening £9, concessions £8, Matinee £7 Time: 7.30pm, Saturday matinee 2.30pm Contact: lion.unicorn@waitrose.com

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l Sunday 5 December Mulled Wine Day Venue: Gilbert White’s House, Selborne Time: 10.30am-5pm Contact:01420 511275 l Monday 6 DecemberTuesday 7 December Little Explorers Christmas Special Venue: Alice Holt Forest Centre Price: £9 Time: 2pm-3.30pm Age: 2 ½ - 4 Contact: 01420 520212/23666

Price: £5.50 Time: 10am-6pm, 10am-8pm

December

l Wednesday 1 DecemberThursday 2 December Christmas Craft Workshops Venue: Alice Holt Centre Price: £18 Contact: 01420 520212/23666 l Wednesday 1 December Winter Talk: “The South Pole Granny” Tess Burrows Venue: Gilbert White Field Studies Centre, Selborne Price: £15 Time: 7.30pm Contact: 01420 511275 l Thursday 2 December Petersfield Orchestra Concert Venue: Petersfield Festival Hall Time: 7.30pm Contact: 01730 268829 l Thursday 2 December 2010 The Petersfield Orchestra Conductor Robin Browning Venue: Petersfield Festival Hall Time: 7.30 pm

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l Friday 3,10,17 December Traditional Christmas Lunch Venue: Watercress Line, Alresford Station Price: £45 Time: 1pm Contact: 01962 733810 l Saturday 4 December Southern Orchestral Concert Society Venue: Petersfield Festival Hall Price: £15, under 16 £7.50 Time: 7.30pm l Saturday 4 December The Chichester Singers Venue: Chichester Cathedral Price: £18 £15 £10 £7 Time: 7.30pm Contact: 01243 813595 l Saturday 4 December The Christmas Belle Venue: Watercress Line, Alresford Station Price: £60 Time: 7.30-10.45pm Age: 16+ Contact: 01962 733810 l Saturday 4 December Kidsrome Live Nativity Venue: Rams Walk, Petersfield Time: 11am-3pm l Saturday 4 - Sunday 5 December Contemporary Craft Fairs Venue: Midhurst Rother College Contact: 01273 479565 l Sunday 5 December Festive Willow Crafts Venue: The Sustainability Centre Price: Non-residential £65 Time: 9.30am- 4pm Contact: 01730 823166

l Wednesday 8 December Craig Morgan Robson Venue: The Studio @ TPS Price: £5-7 Time: 8pm l Wednesday 8 DecemberThursday 9 December Babes in the Wood Christmas Special Venue: Alice Holt Forest Centre Price: £9 Time: 10.30am-12pm 12-2.30pm Age: 14m- 2 ½ yr Contact: 01420 520212/23666 l Thursday 9 December Friends of Curtis Museum & Allen Gallery - Christmas Social Venue: Allen Gallery, Alton Contact: 01420 86701 l Saturday 11 December Santa Stroll Venue: Queen Elizabeth Country Park Price: £10 child, participants asked to raise £50 Time: 10am Promoter: Rowans Hospice Contact: 023 9223 8531 l Saturday 11 December Petersfield Chamber Choir Venue: St Peter’s Church, Petersfield Time: 7.30pm Contact: 01730 263254 l Saturday 11,18 December Traditional Christmas Dinner Venue: Watercress Line, Alresford Station Price: £45 Time: 7.30pm Age:5+ Contact: 01962 733810

l Sunday 12, 19 December Sunday Santa Lunch Venue: Langrish House, Langrish Price: £24.95 adult, £16.50. Contact: 01730 266941 l Saturday 13 December Petersfield U3A presents ‘Sing for Your Supper’ by Dennis Staples Venue: Community Centre Time: 2.30pm Contact: 01730 233502 l 13, 16 & 21 December Lunches at Uppark Venue: Upppark Time: 12-2pm Contact: 01730 825415 l 15, 16 & 12 December Carol Concerts at Uppark Venue: Upppark Time: 6-30-8.30pm Contact: 01730 825415 l Thursday 16 December Singer/Songwriter Christmas Extravaganza Venue: The Studio @ TPS Price: £2-3.50 Time: 7pm l Saturday 18 December Santa’s coming to town Venue: Petersfield Museum Price: £3 Time: 10am-4pm l Saturday 18 DecemberThursday 1 January Alice in Wonderland Venue: Chichester Festival Theatre Price: £9-23.50 Time: Matinee 2pm, Evening 7pm Contact: 01243 781312 l Monday 20- Tuesday 21 Tales of Winter Magic Venue: Butser Ancient Farm Price: £10 child, accompanying adult free Time: 1.30-3.30pm Contact: 02392 598838 l Sunday 26 December A Sussex Christmas Venue: Weald & Downland Open Air Museum Time: 10.30am - 4pm To have your event listed in our What’s On. Contact, 01730 235668, aimee.plant@lifemags.co.uk

l Saturday 11, 18 December Childrens Entertainment Venue: Rams Walk Time: 11am-3pm

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South Downs is up and away The new National Park Authority has made good progress in its first six months in office. Nick Keith reports argaret Paren seems ideally suited to her new role. She worked as a high-flying civil servant, mainly in the Ministry of Defence, as well as at the Cabinet Office and in the National Audit Office. After taking early retirement in 1990, she became involved in a number of conservation and community organizations including the Campaign for the Protection of Rural England (CPRE) in the process of which led to the South Downs becoming a national park. She is also a keen bird-watcher, dog-walker and painter. Now Margaret is halfway through her first year as the Chair of the South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA) having been elected at the inaugural meeting in April. The first jobs for the SDNPA were recruiting interim staff and members, and finding headquarters. In September work began on shaping the management plan. “It has been very hectic,” she said. “We have been busy engaging with the public and stakeholders, and we are now starting to produce plans for people in the South Downs by people in the South Downs.” The latest sign of success in this process has been the “resounding” approval given by the South Downs Volunteer Ranger Service (VRS) in late October. In a ballot of more than 350 members the VRS voted “almost unanimously” to affiliate with the Authority in looking after the South Downs. In April 2011 the SDNPA will become fully operational and take on its statutory responsibilities.

Margaret Paren with her deputy Charles Peck

“We are broadly based and won’t have many statutory obligations, so we can shape the South Downs according to what the community wants,” Margaret Paren says. One of its main responsibilities will be as the overall planning authority, and it will be one of the largest in the country. Chichester Councillor Andrew Shaxson, who lives in Elsted, is Chair of the Planning Committee. “As the statutory planning authority, we want to work with the community. We have taken the unique decision to delegate to local authorities most of the day to day planning decisions, though we will determine the policy framework,” Margaret Paren says, “but we will have the

power to call in plans and make recommendations if we see fit. Our view is that developments need to be in the context of the National Park”. She stresses that partnership is the key to delivering what people in the South Downs have told the SDNPA they want – “an organization that brings people together, that ensures others achieve, adds value and that acts as a champion”. Margaret Paren insists that the authority made the right decision in choosing Midhurst for its HQ rather than Petersfield. “We have surveyed the whole area, from Petersfield to Lewes,” she says, “looking for a place of a suitable size and with reasonable access to

transport.” She does not accept the argument that Midhurst has poor connections with its lack of a railway station. “I live in Liss and it takes me two and half hours by train to get to the eastern end of the South Downs. There is a public transport hub in Midhurst with the bus station, and that is important, though we will be working with the Highways Authority and others to improve transport links.” There are 15 national parks in the UK –– and their responsibilities include looking after the economic and social well-being of residents in the context of conserving and enhancing the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage. One of the major differences about this national park is that it is the most highly populated with market towns, such as Petersfield, Midhurst and Lewes. Margaret Paren says that the “excellent staff of highly professional people makes all the difference” in running the SDNPA. While she now has less time to pursue her own hobbies, she has no complaints about a role which she really enjoys. SDNPA, 0300 3031053. www.southdowns.gov.uk

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Festive feasting Christmas is all about great food, fun and celebration. Staying at home means the comforts of home-cooked food in a familiar, homely environment, while eating out involves no messy kitchen, and food to please all. If you’re thinking of eating out this Christmas, Life in Petersfield has some fab local suggestions; if you’re staying in, then try out one of the suggested recipes and wines to complete your festive meal

Rother Valley Organics Turkey Turkey is a traditional choice for the Thanksgiving meal and Christmas. Rother Valley’s turkeys are sourced from a trusted organic supplier and are freerange, slow-growing Kelly Bronze turkeys “which are beautifully moist and deeply flavoured,” they say. They grow to maturity over six months, ranging through herb-enriched meadows by day and sleeping on perches in mobile houses by night. Unsure of how to cook your Turkey? Follow these simple guidelines tested by the British Turkey Industry: Weigh your turkey after stuffing. Cover the breast with strips of bacon or smear with softened butter then cover loosely with foil. Preheat your oven to 190C, 375F, Gas Mark 5. Less than 4kg weight? Cook for 20 minutes per kg then add another 70 minutes cooking time at the end. More than 4kg weight? Cook for 20 minutes per kg and add 90 minutes at the end. Remove the foil for the last 40 minutes to brown the top. Pierce the thickest part (this is usually the leg of a whole turkey) to check it’s thoroughly cooked. Hold a spoon underneath to catch the juices as they run out - If they are clear the turkey is done. Allow the turkey to stand for 15-20 minutes in a warm place. It's as easy as that! Rother Valley, www.rothervalleyorganics.com

Queens Head

he Queens Head is a family-run pub and restaurant in the heart of the village of Sheet. Open log fires make for warm cosy snacks at the bar or a more formal dining experience of real Italian food in the restaurant. Giaco Vignola, landlord and chef, freshly prepares seasonal food cooked to order, with emphasis on game, fresh fish and wild mushrooms. Menus change daily and seasonally. The Christmas menu is much more than turkey and sprouts. At £27 per person choose from roast haunch of venison, roast partridge or fish of the day, and for dessert try chocolate mousse with chilli or fruit cocktail and maraschino. The pub and restaurant are well positioned in beautiful countryside for a brisk winter walk before or after a satisfying Christmas meal.

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he Thomas Lord in West Meon is nationally renowned for using only British sourced produce in its menus. The 2AA Rosette Awarded Pub uses predominantly Hampshire suppliers and Head Chef Gareth Longhurst changes the menu daily. For the festive season The Thomas Lord will also have ‘widgeon’ on its seasonal menu (wild freshwater duck) from 1st December to 30th December. The Thomas Lord, West Meon 01730 829244

Pizza Express

mong renowned favourites like doughballs, American hot pizza, and chocolate fudge-cake and a warm dining area that looks on to spectators on Chapel Street, Pizza Express boasts a real classy atmosphere. With a festive menu of four courses for £15.95 and a range of dishes to suit any palette we’re off to a good start. Incorporating all the favourites, there are also new dishes such as the Arancini, filled with creamy risotto and the hot and meaty pasta piccanta. These all went down rather too quickly but there was not anyone in the Life team who missed out on a dessert. A firm favourite was the chocolate fudge cake, but following very shortly behind was the cheesecake and the coppa gelato. The background buzz and ‘busy-ness’ and friendly staff made for a relaxed and comfortable evening and the whole team went away with satisfied taste buds’ and a pizza to heat up for the next day’s lunch. What’s more, Pizza Express has teamed up with Oxfam to raise money to help people in need around the world. So everyone in the party can leave with full stomachs and a clean conscious as well. Pizza Express Petersfield, 01730 710357

Riverford Organics

his Christmas, Riverford aim to bring good tidings as well as great fresh food and drink and just like Father Christmas. Delivery is free to front doors (but not chimneys!). As well as its awardwinning organic veg, the local farm can deliver everything else for your Christmas entertaining at home. Try this recipe courtesy of Riverford. Riverford Organics, www. riverfordnorton.co.uk

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Italian Tradition Andrea Meneguzo, Head Chef at La Piazzetta is preparing for a busy Christmas period in the next few months

Linguine Gamberi e zucchini Linguine with tiger prawns and courgette If you decide to eat in this Christmas, try making this Italian recipe from Andrea

he food at La Piazzetta is fresh. Dough is made twice daily on the premises and the meat, fish and vegetables are bought straight from the market. This might be why the loyal customers keep coming back for Andrea’s authentic cooking. Andrea comes from a typical Italian family. He grew up in Vicenza, a traditional town near Venice famous for its Tiramisu. He grew up with home-cooked meals made by his mother, who, he says, is his inspiration. “She has made delicious food all my life and I still can’t get my food to taste quite like hers,” he says. “Italian food is very simple, with generally no more than three to four ingredients and it’s very light. In Italy it is normal for people to come around for lunch without knocking. We are extremely connected to tradition.” Andrea cycles around Hampshire looking for ideas and inspiration for food. “I see what’s around, what foods are available and I work my authentic Italian recipes around that.” In November La Piazzetta is celebrating three years in Petersfield. Bekim Shillova, owner and manager of the restaurant says, “Petersfield is a lovely community where independent traders are deeply supported. I think this is part of our success. As we are independent, we are flexible to give our loyal customers the service they deserve.” With lots of food and wine and facilities to cater up to 60 people, Bekim and Andrea encourage customers to come in and soak up the typical Italian warm and vibrant atmosphere in the festive season. La Piazzetta, 01730 260006

Wine fair

here were 25 tables showing 265 wines from all over the world for The General Wine Company’s annual fair in September at the Millennium Centre in Liphook. Wine makers, importers and the General Wine Company team showed off some fine wines on a sunny, crisp autumnal day. More than 800 attendees made this one of the firm’s busiest wine fairs. Next year, the inaugural Petersfield General Wine Company Annual Wine Fair will be on Saturday 11 June 2011. General Wine Company, www.thegeneralwine.co.uk

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Serves four people Two table spoons olive oil 200ml cream 10g saffron Fish stock 300g tiger prawns 300g courgette Salt and pepper Bunch of parsley 350g linguini Gently fry the prawns in the olive oil, and then add the courgettes (do not over cook) and saffron (soaked in fish stock). Add salt and pepper to taste. Add the cream and reduce slightly. Cook the linguini al dente, add to the sauce and toss gently. Sprinkle with parsley before serving. For more recipes from Andrea email, lapiazzetta@hotmail.co.uk

By George! Jackie Barnett and guest sampled the new Portuguese menu at the recently refurbished pub, The George in Petersfield

he George still serves old classics for the less adventurous, however I was keen to sample the innovative new dishes produced by Elia Garcias the head chef at The George. Elia (28) hails from Marinha Grande in Portugal and has added her own twist to traditional recipes from different regions of Portugal as well as what she calls ‘real food recipes’ passed down from her mother. The taster menu for two people at The George is an ideal way to sample all that is on offer, and is served similar to tapas, so you can relax and share all nine dishes (or not!). My favourite was the Bacalhau assado (salted cod), as the fish retains all its flavour without tasting salty. However, the slow cooked pork and clam stew was top of the taste buds in both mine and my partner’s opinion. The squid and prawn skewer disappeared in a flash along with the pork and lemon cakes. All goes down swimmingly with a good glass of Portuguese wine and finished off nicely with a delectable helping of freshly made fig and custard tart and chocolate roulade. You too can taste a sample of these delights ‘on the house’ at The George early on Friday evenings along with live acoustic music. The George Petersfield, 01730 233343

David Haworth from the Hampshire Wine Shippers, recommends wines for your festive feasting

or a nibbles and canapés party, he recommends Champagne or Saumur from the Loire. For a formal smoked salmon dinner try Chablis and White Bordeaux. A good Cotes du Rhone or Pinot Noir is perfectly matched with a goose; and for a traditional turkey roast go for Beaujolais, light burgundy or medium dry white. Hampshire Wine Shippers are holding a wine tasting evening in the Rose Room at the Festival Hall on Friday 19 November. There will be a £10 charge and Hampshire Wine Shippers can guarantee that all deliveries will be made before Christmas. Hampshire Wine Shippers, 01730 266133

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Couturier’s celebration ilys Lownsborough runs a highly successful couture business from her establishment in Petersfield. She aims to make this special new, off-the-peg range of clothes to be more accessible to a wider audience than her usual couture designs. The ideas for the latest celebration collection, were inspired by her travels around the world, from where she sourced the embroidered silks, cottons and luxury materials to create them. The designs were inspired by, and reflect the culture of the countries from which they originated; kaftans from Africa and the West Indies djellabas from Arabia, kebayas,(evening jackets) from Malaysia, and beautiful traditional kimonos from Japan. The kaftans and djellabas are

designed to wear over swimsuits and on the beach, or for a stylish red-carpet look when you want to ‘cover up’, while the jackets and kimonos are for more formal occasions. All of this collection is easy to fold and pack to take on holiday. These ready-to-wear designs are secondary to Dilys Designs couture work. She emphasizes that all her designs are completely exclusive, and consultations and viewings are by appointment only. For her couture work, at the first meeting, Dilys gets a feeling of what the the client’s fabric choices might be, at the start of the design process. Dilys says, ‘It is a very personal thing. Over the months that I am working on an outfit, it is important to have a rapport with the client’. ‘I enjoy a challenge’ adds Dilys,

Dilys and her designs

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who also runs the School of Fashion and Design from her design studio, offering tuition for fashion design/garment construction courses from her design studio, and says finally; ‘You can’t be bored when you are being creative’. Dilys Designs, 01730 266779, dilysdesigns@btinternet.com

ewly launched Proactech, in Liss, aims to provide a range of technological support to local companies. “We will offer a personal and responsive service, supplying and managing all aspects of the internet, digital telephony and computer support,” said Managing Director Ian James, who has provided computer support and maintenance for local companies for more than 12 years. Proactech, which has evolved from the IT support provider Integrated Services, will continue to offer monthly onsite maintenance visits, an IT help desk, and phone support. Proactech, 01730 895757, www.proactech.co.uk

First Friday

Cutting edge Review

eview Hairdressing has reached the finals as Salon team of the Year 2010 in the Hairdressers Journal British Hairdressing Business Awards. Review’s success was shared with only six other hairdressers throughout the UK. Paul Hawes, co-owner of Review, believes that the continuing success of the salon is down to the time and effort that they put into the training and infrastructure of their team. “Like fashion that changes constantly, you have to keep reinventing yourself all the time,” says Paul. “We’re constantly doing courses and

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looking for inspiration and I think that is how we’ve become such big fish in a small pond.” With their involvement in the community, client retention and dedication to charity Review have earned their long line of awards, including Life in Petersfield’s Business of the Year 2009. Over the years, Review’s team has grown from four to 24 employees in the Petersfield salon. “We have very loyal staff,” says Paul and “some have been with us for over 15 years.” Review, 01730 260346

Questar

arshall Land Systems, a technology and capability centre has recently relocated their Petersfield premises to a much larger one in the 20:20 Vision Park, Petersfield Industrial Estate. On 21 September, Marshall Land Systems demonstrated its capabilities to mark the opening of the new Technology and Capability Centre. On display were Unmanned Ground Vehicles and solutions which are used by the Ministry of Defence. The company showed Questar, a fast moving surveillance vehicle 32

which can operate autonomously or remotely and a remote control land rover shown for the first time. Sir Michael Marshall, Chairman and Chief Executive of Marshall Land Systems, said, “Thank you to all our suppliers and community in Petersfield where

Paul Hawes and Elaine Armitage

we’ve worked for ten years. Marshall’s willingness to invest in this new facility enables us to expand on our capability.” Marshall Land Systems was formed in 2008 but can trace its history as far back as 1946. MLS is primarily concerned with defence; it also works with security, NGO and civilian areas where similar levels of ruggedness and performance to the military are required for effective operations. Marshall LS is part of the Marshall group which is headquartered in Cambridge. Marshall Land Systems, www.marshall-ls.com

ichard Gaisford, Chief Correspondent for Day Break will be speaking at First Friday in December. Richard spent the past month in Chile reporting on the release of the miners that were trapped underground there. This is following a talk from Damian Hinds, MP for East Hampshire, at this month’s First Friday on 5 November. First Friday is a volunteer-run networking event and lunch held at the Folly Upstairs on the first Friday of every month. First Friday, 01730 234500

Less stress

Whitehead will Julie teach Stressless Yoga on Wednesdays from 7 to 8.30pm at St Laurence Church in Station Road, Petersfield. She will run monthly Laughter Yoga classes if there is enough interest so if anyone is up for a monthly laugh they should give it a go, “Stressless Yoga will stretch your body, calm your mind, relax you and reduce stress” says Julie. Julie Whitehead, julie@laughteryoga.co.uk, 07973 164369 Issue 25 November/December 2010

Legal Life

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Rent Threshold Rises

Tax Returns 2010

On October 1 2010 new regulations on shorthold tenancies have come into force which will have implications for both landlords and tenants. This is the Assured Tenancies (Amendment) (England) Order 2010. This will bring about a number of changes with implications that will need to be noted by both Landlords and Letting Agents. 1. New threshold

Patrick Jenkins

The current maximum rent threshold for Assured Shorthold Tenancies (“ASTs”) under the Housing Act 1988 is £25,000. As of 1 October 2010, this threshold will be increased to £100,000, with immediate effect. The main impact on Assured Shorthold Tenancies will be as follows: • All newly created tenancies will be subject to the new threshold of £100,000; and • All old common law tenancies that were granted before 1 October 2010 with annual rents of between £25,000 and £100,000 and which otherwise meet all of the requirements for being an AST will immediately be redefined as ASTs. Such tenancies will therefore fall within the requirements of the Housing Act 1988, which includes the Section 8 Notice regime for breach of contract and the Section 21 Notice regime for termination of the tenancy. 2. What agents and landlords must watch

Deposits received from Assured Shorthold Tenancies granted after 6 April 2007 must be protected using an authorised tenancy deposit scheme. In the absence of the deposit being protected there are serious implications for the Landlord, including fines as well as limitations on the Landlord’s ability to recover possession of the property. The cautious advice to all Landlords and Agents is to identify all ASTs falling within the new threshold as soon as possible and to protect all those deposits to avoid facing a potential claim.

• Obtaining possession

All newly formed Assured Shorthold Tenancies will be subject to the requirements under the Housing Act 1988. For tenancies coming to an end soon after 1 October 2010, Landlords will therefore need to bear in mind notice periods under the Housing Act 1988. The positive point to draw from this new threshold is that quicker and easier procedures will be available to a broader range of tenancies.

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The Priority Beauty Studio has just opened at the Fitness Barn on London Road, Petersfield highly qualified therapist with 20 years experience, Sarah Evans has a real passion for the beauty business. Having worked on cruise ships and in different places around the world, she took

the opportunity to set up on her own when the chance came. Sarah specialises in skin care. “I love what I do,” she says. “I’m enthusiastic and motivated and I love helping people. I love to educate.” Sarah still teaches once a week at Peter Symonds College, Winchester and is an ITEC international examiner. In November, she starts her ‘skin school’ with a free social event where she will advise her group on taking care of their skin. Sarah is enthusiastic about the skin care range that she sells. PRIORI® Skin Care claims to be at the highest end of anti-aging science with its patented technologies and natural CoffeeBerry®* range. Aimed at the eco-conscious, The CoffeeBerry® skin care and mineral makeup range is based on natural ingredients and says it can “firm, tighten and get rid of skin impurities” as recently reported in the Daily Mail. Sarah is running in the London marathon for the Prostate Cancer Charity. To raise money towards her £2,000 target for the charity, she is offering a selection of relaxing beauty treatments for £15 on Friday 3 December from 12pm at her Studio. The Priority Beauty Studio, 01730 895583 *Protected by US and International pending patents. The CoffeeBerry® trademark and related pending patents are exclusively licensed by J&J Technologies, LC.

New classes If you have ever considered trying a form of martial arts to get fit or for selfdefence, Kamon Wing Chun invites you to their new classes in Petersfield

tarting on 3 November at the Scout Hut near the Petersfield Festival Hall, the classes of Kamon Wing Chun will take place every Wednesday at 7pm. They are “suitable for people of all ages and all abilities,” says instructor Ben Knight. “This martial arts system is aimed at providing practical self-defence for the modern day. No previous martial arts experience is necessary.” Ben explains: “A simple and efficient art, not a sport, Kamon Wing Chun uses the opponent’s force and mass against them. Basic movements, partner drills and practical situation training will lead students to train on sparring and ground work as they progress.” Ben adds that Kamon offers a challenging way of getting fit rather than going to the gym; it can boost co-ordination, self-confidence and self-awareness. Students learn at their own pace; and there are many social events, such as summer camps, and adventure and challenge days. Kamon Petersfield, kamonpetersfield@live. co.uk 07834 829258 L

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property

Large contracts

David Neilan (left) and Collin Williams

Life in Petersfield asked a builder, an estate agent and a developer for their views on the state of the property market. By Nick Keith Property update Builders Agincourt Contractors in Petersfield have kept busy despite the economic climate. Simon Crew says: “We have been awarded large contracts such as a new winery and wine sales area. We are shortly to finish constructing the first phase of eight flats in Epsom and have recently built three houses in Liss. “Agincourt is not only involved with large contracts we also build small extensions and carry out refurbishment and alterations to both domestic and commercial properties. “On a financial basis, the commercial element accounts for around 40% of our business,” he adds. “I believe that Hampshire and Surrey are fortunate not to suffer as much as other areas with regard to the property market. “We are pleased that we have recently been awarded three large contracts that will run until the early summer 2011, with smaller jobs coming in all the time. So we are confident that 2011 will be another busy year for Agincourt. Agincourt Contractors Ltd, 01730 301002, www.agincourtcontractors.co.uk Developing confidently The building industry is traditionally the first into any recession and also the first sector to recover. Pat Feighery, developer Linden Homes Southern’s Managing Director, says: “I appreciate that unemployment is rising, that people without jobs can’t buy homes, and that

those who feel at risk don’t take on additional debt. However we should remember that almost 29 million people of working age are employed; and there are limits to how long anyone can put their life on hold. “Becoming a home owner is now possible for the vast majority in the UK, and that means there is a lot of pent-up demand just waiting for the right moment to be satisfied. Even if the worst case scenario of an extended down-turn materialises, Linden Homes is lean, confident and well able to continue as a winner.” In Petersfield, Linden Homes is developing Beaumont Gate on the site of the old Jolly Sailor pub (see News page 4). Linden Homes, www.lindenhomes.co.uk Marked improvement Estate agents Neilan Williams have seen “a marked improvement in revenue over last year

which is obviously good,” according to partner David Neilan. “October has been buoyant and buyers seem to have more confidence in bricks and mortar as an investment. However, you’ll probably not sell unless you're priced correctly. “The only thing predictable about the current property market is its unpredictability! Both sales and lettings departments are suffering from a lack of available stock and with buyers/tenants registered and waiting to pounce, the market of Autumn 2010 will go down as one of the most unusual in recent memory. “If we had more available property we'd be confident in selling more. As an added incentive we're offering a special low selling fee until the end of the year – 1 per cent plus VAT!” Neilan Williams, 01730 233333

Planning for the future Nick Keith looks at the debate about developing Petersfield

he Penns Field site for 96 homes was turned down by the district council in October because it “failed to meet the criteria laid down”, according to Trevor Nichols, Chairman of the 4 Sites Campaign, which contested this development and three others. Their objections were supported by a petition signed by 1300 people. “The local authority (the East Hampshire District Council) is required to maintain a five-year supply of development land to meet known housing needs,” Trevor Nichols said. “That exists without considering any of the four sites being pursued by developers.” Apart from the existing supply of land, the EHDC’s main reasons for refusal, he added, were that the site was within the

South Downs National Park; the density of the development; and “sustainability – no attempt was made to minimize the use of cars”. Launched in August under the umbrella of the Petersfield Society, the 4 Sites Campaign views the recent rush of planning applications as “opportunistic”. Trevor Nichols denies that this is a case of NIMBYism (‘not-in-my-back-yard’). “We are simply combating an attempt by developers to beat the planning controls before the National Park gets directly involved next year so as to protect their financial interests in the sites concerned.” In April 2011 the South Downs National Parks Authority takes up its statutory responsibilities and becomes the overall planning authority for the area (see

Trevor Nicholls (right) names the 4 sites petition to Cllr Patrick Burridge Environment, page 26). “The Petersfield Society accepts the need for carefully controlled housing growth to meet local requirements,” adds Trevor Nichols, well-known locally as a former chair of the Petersfield Musical Festival. “However, there has to be proven demand and the infrastructure available to support it.” The 4 Sites Campaign recognizes the need for affordable housing, “but on smaller sites closer to the town centre – to avoid generating more car journeys”. Tony Struthers, of Petersfield Tomorrow (P2M), says: “Future

development is about looking at what the town needs in the next 15 years. Organic development close to the town centre is required. “It is important that we get the designs right and that there is innovation. The remaining sites are: Causeway Farm (275 units), where an outline planning application was submitted in July by Adams Integra; Larcombe Road (100 units), with an application in September by Persimmon Homes; and Causeway SE (approx 100), by Fairfield Estates, who had yet to submit plans. Another planning application on a greenfield plot, for 13 new homes at the Broadway Caravan Park, was also lodged in late October by site owner Alan Broadway. 4 Sites Campaign, www. petersfieldsociety.org.uk L Issue 25 November/December 2010

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Wonderful life

Ben Southall on his world of ‘work’ in 2010 he year has flown by, I can't believe that the Best Job finished over nine months ago but so much has happened since then and all of it has been fantastic so far. Once I’d left Hamilton Island I started working as the Queensland Tourism Ambassador based out of Brisbane but I didn't really get to see too much of the city as I was sent around the world for the first six months of the year to speak all about my adventures. This was perfect, I love travel and this was called work?

After leaving the US, Canada and Japan behind it was back to the UK in April for a few days as a stop-off, so I had a chance to catch up with friends and family before leaving for China and Taiwan where the reception at the airport was incredible; flowers, banners, TV crews and journalists. I had to turn around and check who was arriving behind me...then realized it was actually for me. It is a very strange world. I’ve even been asked to be a judge on a reality television programme there! It wasn't something I'd really enjoyed doing

that much but the experience of talking to television networks around the world from the BBC to CNN to Oprah had given me more confidence to take on personal challenges like this. Speaking in Dubai to an audience of 2000 people wasn't that bad. Now that I've been back in Queensland for a few months it’s a chance to get to know this great city of Brisbane. I've always been a bit of a country boy so taking on a city was a little overwhelming, but here it gives me the chance to live an outdoors lifestyle all year round. I can run every day, cycle to work and swim outside all year round. But I still think that runners in the UK have to be more dedicated to get outside through the winter months! I’m continuing to explore the rest of Queensland and write every week new articles for my blog which has a fantastic following of over 20,000 new visitors per month. I've headed to a rodeo in Mount Isa; had some soaking wet bushwalking experiences in the rainforests; MC’d an industry Awards ceremony; sailed on one of the fastest racing yachts in the world, Wild Oats XI; and of course dived the Great Barrier Reef as often as I can. My series went to air on the National Geographic channel back in August around the world; and I’m looking into where and what the next one can be about. Next year is building into something equally as exciting as the last three seem to have been with a new epic adventure in the pipeline. As with my Afritrex expedition in 2008 I am spending all hours of the day planning and creating what will be another unique project and hope to be able to teach the world a lot more about this fascinating world we live in. Watch this space! Ben Southall, www.islandreefjob.com

A journey of discovery

Russell and James Stone

A local father and son are making a two-week journey of discovery in November to three tribal villages in Tanzania

ussell and James Stone will meet and stay with remote tribes in the heart of Africa in an experiment of human interaction in conjunction with the Livingstone Tanzania Trust. Russell will use his practice of music to connect with the tribes, one of which only met their first white man six months ago. His son, James, will document and photograph their discoveries. Russell has spent 35 years in the music business as session singer and voice over, working with the likes of George Martin and Henry Mancini and accompanying artists such as Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and Adam Ant. After breaking from this industry to study therapy and spirituality, he embarked

on an MA in Transpersonal Counselling and Psychotherapy which brought him back to music in a more spiritual way than before. He now teaches a form of contemporary Nada Yoga, incorporating sound and music, and works from his therapy practice in Petersfield. “I am involved with the effect of voice on the mind, body and spirit,” explains Russell “Voice triggers something in another person. I have found it unlocks deep emotions and can help towards intense relaxation.” The journey to Africa will be a continuation of his investigation into how music and song can have an effect on the human conscious. Russell wants to find out how the tribes use music and chanting in their culture as

further research into his practice. James will capture the experiences in film and photography and recordings, “As a documentary photographer, for me, still photographs are extremely powerful and emotive,” says James, “I especially want to concentrate on the emotions of the first encounters with each tribe.” Documenting this will help to raise awareness of the work of the Livingstone Tanzania Trust, a charity working towards reducing poverty through

education. The results will be studied with anthropologists back in the UK, and may become a social and cultural programme for television. “This trip will be an amazing journey into the heartland of tribal Africa to learn about the ancient traditions and cultures of these indigenous people. And it it will be a journey of a father and son, one that will be remembered and treasured by us both,” says James. www.jamesstonephotography co.uk L Issue 25 November/December 2010

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Show stoppers Some theatrical events in Petersfield in the next two months

Great comedy One of the great comedies of the last 200 years comes to Petersfield in the Lion and Unicorn Players’ autumn production of Nikolai Gogol’s classic, The Government Inspector. When the locals in a small town in Russia in the mid-19th century learn that an undercover government inspector is coming for a surprise visit, an unfortunate case of mistaken identity sends the village spiralling into a world of panic and backstabbing. The Government Inspector exposes the corruption of a provincial town in a way that is both very funny and satirical. This new version by David Francombe and Jill Hancock wittily identifies parallels with more recent events nearer to home – in Petersfield Festival Hall at 7.30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 11 to13 November with a Saturday matinee at 2.30 pm. Tickets are on sale at One Tree Books or from Vivienne Coleshill (below).

Lion and Unicorn Players, Vivienne Coleshill, 01730 821491, Vivienne@rogate.eclipse,co.uk

Plant life Petersfield Theatre Group (PTG) is putting on the highly popular

Sixties drama

Little Shop of Horrors, a cult, sci-fi spoof musical, at Petersfield Festival Hall between 24 and 27 November. Down on his luck, Seymour Krelborn works in a run-down florist shop, mooning over the glamorous but dizzy assistant Audrey, and dreaming of a way out of downtown Skid Row. One day, during a total eclipse of the sun, Seymour discovers a strange and exotic new plant that could change his luck forever. An overnight success, the newly christened Audrey 2 offers Seymour a ticket out of Skid Row and perhaps even a date with the real life Audrey - but this isn't any ordinary shrub! PTG is delighted to have local band The Shrubs playing the 50s-style music for the show, which should have folk screaming in the aisles! Tickets are from £6 child (16 and under) to £11 and £13 Adults. Performances are at 7.30pm, except for Saturday 27 November when there is also a matinee at 2.30pm. Tickets are available from Tourist Information Centre, The Library, Petersfield Square, 01730 268829.

“It's never too late to change” That's the message in the Petersfield Youth Theatre’s musical version of A Christmas Carol. The story of hope and optimism has found a place in peoples’ hearts, generation after generation. This magnificent underlying theme has come to symbolize the secular, yet spiritual, meaning of the Christmas festival, and will be the perfect Petersfield Christmas treat. Charles Dickens' classic gets the Broadway treatment; with catchy tunes composed by Alan Menken (Disney's Beauty & the Beast, Little Mermaid, and Enchanted); and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens (‘Ragtime’, ‘Seussical’, ‘Schoolhouse Rock’). With a cast of 100 young people, this production features beautiful music, hosts of characters and a sweeping Victorian ambience. Performances Dates: 16 and 17 December, 7.30pm; 18 December, 2pm and 6.30pm; 19 December, 11am and 3.30pm. Venue: Bedales, Church Road, Steep. Tickets from One Tree Books, from 22 November.

edales Drama Students will be performing William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, at Bedales Olivier Theatre from 7th to 9th December at 7:30pm. The performance will be set in the Swinging Sixties era with a soundtrack including The Rolling Stones, The Byrds, Crosby, Stills & Nash, The Temptations, Jimi Hendrix, The Band, The Who, Bobby Dylan and many others. The setting: 24 June 1969. In a couple of months, the three day explosion of peace and love at Max Yasgur’s farm at Woodstock in upstate New York will take place - the greatest symbolic gathering of the Sixties. But a decade that reinvented society in radical and dangerous ways will soon be destroyed by events at Altamont Speedway in northern California and the hippy dream will be blown away forever in a brutal and dark murder, as The Stones look on, helpless. Across the Atlantic, an explosive mix of feuding generations, grinding social gears and altered minds is the crucible for Shakespeare’s most profound and sad comedy. England’s forests hold the darkest secrets and a generation faces its moment of reckoning as the ancient past of Albion comes out to play with the fracturing psyches of the present. This is who we were. This is where we’re going. And we’re not ever going back. Tickets are free, please order your tickets early to avoid disappointment Bedales, www.bedales.org.uk, 01730 711511. L Issue 25 November/December 2010

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Artscape goes on show Artscape, an award-winning notfor-profit organization, has been preparing for two exhibitions. Nick Keith went to meet the artists

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rtscape has proved a huge resource for people in the community with long-term mental health issues, and its artists have been busy getting ready for two exhibitions. The first is at Flora Twort Gallery, Petersfield, in early November. Then the artists will show their work at the Pallant House Gallery in Chichester in January 2011. Mandie Saw, a working artist who has organized several art-based support groups, has run Artscape for more than six years in Ramshill. “It’s like an extended family,” she says. “We accommodate about 20 people, twice a week, and most of them live within a 10-mile radius, although we have one lady who comes from Portsmouth.” Artscape costs about £20,000 a year to run, and attendees are referred through the local community mental health teams. East Hampshire District Council, Artscape’s landlord, has invited it to open for four days a week instead of two. But it cannot afford to at present. “Fundraising can be very difficult, especially in times like these,” says Mandie, adding that Artscape is delighted to have won the 2009 Life in Petersfield Award as the Best Not for Profit Organization. “Sometimes we only have a couple of

Active in Artscape (l to r): Paul Mackleston, Mandie Saw, Lesley Ingleton, Mary Tonks, Dawn Appleton hundred pounds left in the bank. But somehow we keep going,” adds Mandie, who aims to achieve charitable status for Artscape, and to expand its services if possible. Artscape workshops are “for adults in recovery from enduring mental distress as well as addictions, where 'participants' are encouraged to explore their creativity in a non-judgemental, safe, welcoming environment. We fill a gap between adult education and colleges that people would otherwise not feel able to attend due to their vulnerability.” Artscape, 07968 307447, artscape@fsmail.net

Intriguing works

ollowing a successful exhibition at Bedales Gallery in September 2009, Frank Jennings will once again be showing his intriguing boxed artworks at the Flora Twort Gallery in Petersfield. Frank will be exhibiting alongside his daughter Bryony, who makes textile sculptures, and silver jewellery, as well as his wife Margaret who is a ceramicist. Frank who was the former Head of Art at South Downs College, has shown in well over a hundred exhibitions ranging from the Northern Young Contemporaries in 1973 through to more recent showings at the Discerning Eye and the National Open Art Competition Exhibition. Frank’s boxed artworks are influenced by old-fashioned museums where incongruous artefacts were often displayed together, these occasionally resulting in either sinister, surreal or humorous connotations. Bryony studied at The School of Jewellery in Birmingham’s famous Jewellery quarter. Her current body of work encompasses a mixture of fine silver-smithing techniques into which she incorporates vintage textiles and found objects, to create an unusual but very wearable collection.

What a picture!

he organizers of the Steep Village / Life in Petersfield photographic competition, which was running throughout the summer, were pleased to get so many entries, especially from younger photographers. After careful consideration the judges have chosen three prizewinners. The winner is Leo Gauvain and the runners up are Ben Cramp and Ciara McDonald. Congratulations to all of them. Leo’s image seemed to the judges to provide an abstract and spiritual description of life in Steep, with its evocation of light and sky and trees – a heavenly aspect if you like. The youngest entrant, Ciara, produced a more literal but nonetheless an effective image of a familiar piece of landscape in the village; and Ben conjured up a splendidly ethereal and electrifying view of the Church. The competition was organized to support the Steep Parish Plan, which will eventually become a design blueprint for the village. The subject themes could cover landscapes, natural environment, buildings, people, events – indeed anything or anyone in Steep. Some of the other photos are likely to provide material for an exhibition about Steep, which will be staged as part of the public consultation about the Parish Plan. Ciara McDonald

Margaret has been a practicing ceramicist for over 10 years. She finds inspiration in natural forms and colours. Her range of organic sculpture and containers focus on line and texture, and the play of light this lends to the work. Bryony and Margaret are busy with their newly opened gallery in Chichester: Pretty Scruffy showcases local art, design and craftwork, as well as the work of several contemporary jewellers.

Ben Cramp

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Aid for alzheimers ore than 40 people attended the October launch of the Petersfield Friendship Club run by Alzheimer’s Society. This free service at the United Reform Church offers peer support, information and a range of activities for local people with dementia and their carers. The club will run on the first Friday of every month, starting on 5 November, from 11am to 12.30pm. A donation of £5,000 from the Petersfield Round

Table has provided the funding for the project. Volunteers and fundraisers are always needed to keep services like these running. There are over 22,000 people with dementia in Hampshire, and the numbers are set to increase dramatically. The Alzheimer’s Society says that 750,000 people in the UK have a form of dementia; more than half have Alzheimer’s disease; and one in three people over 65 will die with dementia. In 15 years 1 million people will be living with

dementia. Julie Osborne, Dementia Support Worker for the Alzheimer's Society, says: “We are keen to consult with the people who attend the club to help shape its future. Activities could include gentle chair exercises, reminiscences using sounds, pictures and items from the past, memory and word games.” Alzheimer’s Society, Julie Osborne, 07889 605216. julie.osborne@alzheimer’s.org.uk

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ver £1,600 has been raised by Petersfield Rotarian John Buckwell for the charity Dreams Come True. John, the founder of Buckwell’s, the Southsea butchers, raised the money through a butchery demonstration and charity auction evening at St Jude’s Church in Southsea. Other Petersfield Rotarians helped John in the fundraising event, which raised urgently needed cash for Petersfield Rotary Club’s local charity of the year Dreams Come True. This charity dedicates its efforts to providing once-in-a-lifetime experiences for children who are terminally or very seriously ill. Mike Miller, President of the Rotary Club of Petersfield, hopes that the funds raised from Buckwell’s butchery evening

local committee is supporting three charities with their first Christmas Fair on the 23 and 24 November. The fair will be open at the Tithe Barn in Ditcham from 9am to 4pm on both days and there will be a £3 entrance fee to include coffee and a mince pie. There will be 45 stalls selling beautiful clothes, jewellery, Christmas wreaths, turkey orders, things for the home, confectionary and gifts. Organisers hope to raise £12,000 for the three charities. The money will be split between: The Watoto Trust supports Aids orphans in Kenya. The trust 44

ore than 80 people attended the fifth Annual General Meeting of Community First East Hampshire at the Liphook Millennium Centre in October. Attendees welcomed Sandy Hopkins, Chief Executive of East Hampshire District and Havant Borough Councils. She said members faced reduced rather than additional funding – with more than 900 organizations, and 1,800 trustees and 36,000 volunteers, in the area. She envisaged a key support role for Community First, in advising and providing training, with new partnerships enabling economies and freeing up funds. Tony Struthers has stepped down as chairman of Community First after five years. Community First, 01730 71007 volunteer@cfeh.org.uk

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Petersfield Rotarian and Butcher John Buckwell presents a cheque for £1,600 to Adrian Atkinson Head of Fundraising for Dreams Come True can help realise a ‘dream’ for a child and their family to enjoy in the next few weeks. This will brighten the life of a child, during a most difficult time, and it will also be a gift that their parents and family will treasure forever.

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has 60 children at the moment living in an orphanage built from funds raised already and they are clothed, fed and educated. We are also helping in the wider community with the local school and water storage and collection tanks. Naomi House children’s hospice is a charity that provides support to children and young people with conditions that mean they are unlikely to live to become adults. The charity provides respite, end of life and bereavement care to families living in communities across the seven counties of Berkshire, Dorset, Hampshire, Isle of Wight,

Petersfield Rotary Club will continue to raise funds for the charity throughout the next few months, with their annual Christmas collections and with other events being planned for next year.

Surrey, West Sussex and Wiltshire. It costs around £5 million a year to provide services to families. The Saint Catherine of Siena Building Fund supports the preservation, repair and improvement of the ancient Downland church in the village of Cocking, West Sussex. The 11th Century church, mentioned in the Domesday Book, is a Grade 1 listed building with a number of interesting and important architectural features. The Building Fund ensures that both essential repairs and maintenance are carried out to the highest standards. Watoto Trust, Naomi House, St Catherine of Siena L

he Save the Children Fund Gift Fair on 4 November is just one of the events organized by the Petersfield branch of the charity. It raises muchneeded funds for children hit by troubles – the floods in Pakistan or China, or those living in poverty in the UK. The 2010 fair at the Festival Hall aims to boost the great fundraising efforts earlier in the year. Then, more than over £25,000 was raised at the Clothes Sale in April , and £1,600 for the children of the Haiti disaster at the Openbox theatre production in February. Save the Children, 01730 267134

Corrections The Headmaster of Barfield School is Robin Davies. We apologize for the error in the recent Educational Supplement. Barfield School, Runfold, Farnham, GU10 1PB. 01252 782271. www.barfieldschool.com Apologies to Halo Creative Hair for printing their phone number wrong in the September/October edition of Life in Petersfield. The correct phone number is 01730 231717. Their web address is www.halocreativehair.co.uk. Issue 25 November/December 2010

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Town move up etersfield Town FC have recovered from a “dodgy” start to the season and climbed the first division table in the Sydenhams Wessex League in September and October. “We have lost only 2 games in the last 10 in the league,” said new coach Matt Short. “There’s a good team spirit and everyone is playing well.” Having risen to the top third of the table, Matt was disappointed that Town lost 2-1 away to second-placed Pewsey in its last league game in October. “It was one of those days when everything went against us, including a dubious penalty,” he said. “Our dodgy start was due to injuries, absences, and losing four of our best players.” Town have signed striker Mike Newman from Blackfield, who had most of last season off through injury but scored 29 goals in 27 games in 2008-09, and young marksman Liam Jeram, aged 20.

Matt Short

Petersfield Rugby Club has made a promising start to the season after winning promotion

The club, whose main sponsors are the Liss-based heating company Ampella Maintenance, has three home games at Love Lane in November, against Tadley Calleva, East Cowes Victoria and Fleet Spurs. Petersfield Town FC, www.petersfieldtownfc.co.uk

Success based on youth Petersfield Cricket Club has made excellent progress on all fronts. By Andy Salmon

lthough ending the season with six wins in a row, Petersfield CC 1st XI missed out on promotion because Oakley and St Cross Sym both won their final games. However, Petersfield have many positives to draw from their young team. The pace attack is among the best in the league – Shaun Blanks, Jack Hannam and Frank Straw. Blanks, with 28 league wickets, and Hannam, with 23, formed the backbone of the attack. The batting relied on the experience of skipper Ash Spencer, Chris Russell, Andy Salmon and Chris Wood. Henry Austin came on well as a wicketkeeper-batsman. Fred Patten formed a good opening partnership with Will Rice, and he gained in experience with his spin bowling. The seconds beat Crown Taverners in their last match to finish top of the league. Their success was due to a combination of experienced players and an excellent group of promising young cricketers. This year the club has become one of the Hampshire Cricket Board’s Focus Clubs. So it helps to facilitate the collaboration of schools, community groups and businesses in supporting cricket in the area. Petersfield, which plays indoor cricket during the winter, wants to continue to recruit good local players, and welcomes newcomers. Colts The colts’ section, boys and girls, increased to 135 players, supported by four more coaches and parent volunteers. The efforts put into the colts have started to bear fruit for the senior teams. PCC have run boys’ teams at U9, U11, 46

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U13, U15 and U17 age groups and also a very popular development squad at U7. The U15s, who have been managed and coached by Mark Friend and Phil Newman, completed the season unbeaten and won their league. The U9s and U11s finished second in their leagues. The club also started a girls’ section, thanks to the efforts of Chris Russell, and plans to grow this to include U11s, U13s and U15 girls in 2011. The girls’ squad, created from the Hampshire Cricket Board Club Development Programme, has been a great success –15 girls between the ages of 9 and 15 played 6 games and 2 tournaments. They won the plate final easily against Andover at the Basingstoke Festival. Funds The social committee, led by Lisbeth Thomas and Angela Hiscock, raised £3,327 from their events; and Dee Salmon raised more than £6,600. These funds have gone towards a new scoreboard, training equipment, the replacement of the artificial pitch at Penns Place, and improvements to the Heath pavilion. Petersfield, Cricket Club, Andy Salmon 07920 250600

ix weeks into the 2010-11 rugby season Petersfield were standing their ground in eighth place in London West Division 3. Coach Derek Eldridge said the players had benefited from tough training, a pre-season tour of Jersey, and closer integration between seniors and colts. Petersfield colts have long provided the bedrock of the club – the under-19 colts have been Hampshire champions for the last two seasons. This year they toured with the seniors and train with them on Tuesday evenings. Four colts have played in the senior team – Miles Rushworth, Charlie Willans, Oliver Bates and Matt Tamba. “Our postion [for a relatively small club] is unique,” Derek Eldridge says. “We run three senior teams, and teams in all the youth age groups. That is becoming increasingly hard as young people have many more options and commitments outside rugby than before. “We are working hard to establish the Senior XV at a comfortable level in their league. Some people were concerned whether the timing was right for the club to get promotion. But we have challenged the players about stepping up to this season which would be hard. We knew in our hearts we could do it and so far the players have responded.” Petersfield enjoyed a good win in October against local rivals Winchester – and they have not played them competitively for several years. They recently lost 55-20 away to Teddington, the top side in the league. But Petersfield played strongly enough to lead at half-time against a side which has won its league, and therefore promotion three years running. In November the club has a cup quarter final agains Horsham, whom they have defeated in a pre-season friendly. And on 11 December Petersfield take on deadly derby rivals Alton at Penns Place. Petersfield RFC, www.petersfieldrfc.com Follow Petersfield sport on our website Read full weekly reports about the Petersfield rugby club, and regular updates on other local teams, online at www.lifeinpetersfield.co.uk Issue 25 November/December 2010

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