RH10 Uncovered June 2015 Issue

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Welcome to our June issue

It’s been a busy month in the RH Uncovered office!

The launch of our community website couldn’t have gone any better. We are so pleased with the response we have received from both our advertisers and the public. Thank you to all that have logged on, shared our posts and entered our exclusive competitions. If you haven’t yet visited take a look on www.rhuncovered.co.uk Last month we were lucky enough to be invited to the Gatwick Diamond Business Association awards, held at the stunning Effingham Park Hotel. After the awards we met a young man called Sam French from Gingerbread Sam. So taken were we with Sam’s story, Shelley, our community writer met with him to learn more about his gingerbread antics and we are happy to announce that Sam is now a part of the RH team! Keep an eye on the website for his first post.

Featuring 75 vehicles that epitomise the very essence of motoring design, technology, style and culture from the past to the present, the Roundel Run is part “rally” and part “motor show” and will be passing through a village near you, on Saturday 13th June before ending up at the Biggin Hill Festival of Flight. We meet the organisers of the Roundel Run and have the all the details of the event so you don’t miss a thing.

In June the WI celebrate their 100th year anniversary and to commemorate this we got in touch with some of the WI groups in the area. Read about the world famous institution and how they have grown and adapted to modern life.

We uncover the local National Gardens Scheme that’s now in its 88th year and has so far raised almost £23 million pounds for charity, and find out what’s going on at the St Barnabas Flower festival. Shelley also chats to the Crawley Flamingoes Swimming club about the benefits of swimming and the good work they do in the local community.

All that and the usual what’s on listings, recipe, garden advice and tips for the home.

Enjoy your read and don’t forget to tell our advertisers where you saw them.

COMMUNITY

6 Community News

12 Whats On

14 Community Groups

FOOD AND DRINK 21 Falafel, pepper and

goat’s cheese salad HOMES 26 Bring me Sunshine GARDENS 38 Bugs and beetles Get out in the garden 40

Until next month !

Emma, Community Projects Manager

HEALTH 50 Five ways to boost your

confidence this summer STYLE 54 Clean up your look MOTORING 56 (Paper) Licence to kill

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The 100th year anniversary of the

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n 1915 the first Women’s Institute was formed to revitalise rural communities, but also to encourage women to become more involved in producing food during the First World War. Although their aims have changed, today, there are more than 6,500 Women’s Institute branches across Britain, hosting around 212,000 members.

The great British institution is reinventing itself.

Their aims have broadened. They are the largest voluntary women’s organisation in the UK and local groups still play a very unique role in providing women with opportunities, a chance to build skills, take part in activities, and also to campaign on issues that really matter to them and their communities.

Here at RH Uncovered we were keen to see how, 100 years on, the WI operates in our communities today…

“I feel that the WI is so popular nationwide these days because women feel they can get together with joint interests, make friends and in some cases make a difference,” Shirley Morris from Maidenbower’s WI tells us. “There’s the opportunity to learn crafts which in the past would have been passed down from mother/grandmother and are no longer being passed on, as most women work these days, but are regaining popularity amongst the younger generations.”

Many of the local members (including Shirley!) also enjoy campaigning to improve lives of fellow residents:

“Personally I like a good campaign! Our Minutes Secretary and I are embarking on a campaign to try to get the parking fees reduced in Crawley hospital; particularly for the chronically sick. We’re also hoping to get the mobility store reinstated in to Crawley town centre - I have needed a scooter to get around and there isn’t a mobility shop to hire one from as it has shut down!”

This month not only marks the centenary celebrations of the start of the women’s institute, but also the Maidenbower group’s 21st birthday too!

“We are holding a Street Party to celebrate the centenary and will be inviting other WI groups in the area,” The group’s Secretary continues.

“On 24th June, it’s our 21st birthday and Tony the Magician is coming to visit us during our monthly meeting!”

We wish the Maidenbower WI and our other local WI members a happy month of celebrations!

The group who meet on the fourth Wednesday of the month in Maidenbower Junior School’s Dining Hall at 7:30pm, currently has thirty five members who enjoy varied meetings with demonstrations, speakers, quizzes, refreshments and competitions.

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Glorious

Gardens Open for Charity

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hat can be more perfect than spending a lazy summer’s day, outside in the sunshine, amongst some truly beautiful gardens? This month, we’re uncovering local gardens open under the National Gardens Scheme, now in its 88th year, all hoping to raise money, through small admission fees and selling refreshments for seven charities.

In the last ten years alone, almost £23 million has been donated, by the nationwide scheme to charities; Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie Cancer Care, Hospice UK, Carers Trust, The Queen’s Nursing Institute and Perennial, as well as yearly guest charities - this year’s chosen charity is Parkinson’s UK. How Does It Work?

Just turn up to your preferred local garden/s, pay a small entry fee (usually less than £5.00 per person) and enjoy! Many green-fingered gardeners will also be selling homemade refreshments too – so why not make a day of it?

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“What could be more quintessentially English than to visit gardens lovingly cared for by so many people but with the same aim in mind - to raise money for charity?”

Adrian Skeates, Publicity Officer for West Sussex NGS, asks. “The gardens are all different; some small, others large. These garden gems are sometimes hidden away, often in the most unexpected places. The owners or gardeners are happy to talk with you about their gardens.

Many of which also have the added bonus of delicious home-made teas!”

Just some of the nearby glorious gardens that will be opening their gates this month include: Sunday 7th June (1-5pm) – High Beeches Woodland and Garden, Handcross, RH17 6HQ. Saturday 13th June (12-5pm) – Balcombe Gardens, Balcombe, RH17 6JJ. Tuesday 23rd & Saturday 27th June (1.30-5.30pm) – Luctons, West Hoathly, RH19 4PP. Find more local gardens taking part between now through to September by visiting: www.ngs.org.uk/gardens/find-a-garden

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A Splashing Success!

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unning since 1964, Crawley Flamingoes Swimming Club has enabled many local residents with a variety of physical disabilities including visual impairment, loss of limbs and MS, to enjoy swimming in a safe and secure environment.

The group, which is open to swimmers aged 18 and over (and has even supported mature members in their early 90’s!) meets every Tuesday between 7:45-8:45pm at Crawley’s K2, and provides members with the opportunity to meet others and enjoy the health benefits of swimming in a non-competitive atmosphere.

“Swimming is widely recognised as a very beneficial form of exercise and it is the aim of the club to make the swimming pool at the K2 Leisure Centre available to people regardless of their disability,” the club’s chairman, Kevin Ford says.

“My involvement with the club started in the mid 70's when I was asked if I would join as a helper to support both the swimming and non-swimming members in the water.

Flower Festival G reen-fingered residents are being asked to think about the part they play in their community (and creatively make a fabulous floral arrangement expressing this!) for St Barnabas’ Flower Festival taking place on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th June.

“Barnabas means “son of encouragement” and as such, we felt it would be fitting for “Community” to be the theme of our flower festival, encouraging many different community groups as possible to take part,” organiser Jane Stanford tells us. “We would like groups or individuals to create an arrangement showcasing the part they play within the community, as part of our 60th anniversary celebrations.”

The Flower Festival at the Pound Hill parish comes after the success of a similar event in 2013 at St Nicholas Church and hopes to bring local residents together over the flower-filled weekend.

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It soon became obvious to me how much the members enjoyed and benefited from their weekly swims and it was for that reason I have remained a member of the club.”

Flick, a disabled swimmer, who works with the Hypermobility Syndromes Association tells us: "It's such an important resource - people with disabilities can have trouble accessing public swimming for many reasons, yet for most people with life-long conditions, exercise is key to selfmanagement. The club means that even on bad days, for an hour once a week, I can be certain I'll be able to access the pool."

If you would like to join the group, just turn up to the next Tuesday meeting, from 7:45pm at K2 Leisure Centre!

“The flower festival is an opportunity for groups and individuals alike to take part in a community event and at the same time promote their business/organisation or just their love of working with flowers,” Jane continues.

“The event is not primarily a fundraiser, the emphasis being on coming together to celebrate the anniversary and admission will be by donation. Any monies raised will go towards replacing the windows of the church. There will be a raffle, any donations towards this would be most gratefully accepted.”

The church, on Worth Road, will be open on Friday 5th June for people to go along and create their arrangements. Refreshments will also be available.

For further information contact Jane on: 01293543065.

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COMMUNITY 28th May 2015, Thursday, 2.30pm, Reigate Arthritis Care Support Group A talk by Mark Howells, a Community Police Officer. At The Woodhatch Centre commencing at 2.30 pm. Contact telephone number is 01737 242193.

4th June 2015, Thursday, 6pm, Play Bowls Day at Felbridge Bowling Club (Oak Farm Place, Crawley Down Road, Felbridge) Want to take up bowling? Then come and have a go! Come along for a taster session of bowling at no cost with a qualified coach and with all equipment provided, just bring some flat soled shoes. Further details from our Secretary, Colin Brewer, on 01342 322818 or 07742 933456 or email him at colinbrew@aol.com.

6th June 2015, Saturday, 11am - 3pm - Lingfield Church Fete Keep Calm and Carry on to the Old Town Church Fete - This year we are celebrating VE day, 70 years of Peace in Europe. Plenty to do and plenty to eat! Games, raffles, silent auction, brik a brac, bouncy castle, plant stall and loads more. Not forgetting our forever popular BBQ and beer and pimms tent!

All proceeds go towards St Peter and St Paul’s Church projects. Volunteers are always welcome, please call Johnny on 01342-833416 if you want to be involved."

6th June 2015, Saturday, 10am - 5.30pm - West Hoathly Country Show fundraising event for West Hoathly Primary School. North Lane Recreation Ground. There will be a dog show, tug of war, terrier and ferret racing, bird of prey displays, country sport/craft demos, including chainsaw carving and fly fishing, EG Model Railway, bouncy castles, animals to pet, beer tent and live music and much more. FREE ENTRY but donations welcome. FREE PARKING by Cricket Club. Show hosted by Meridian FM. All proceeds to village school and donations to some local charities. Please visit website: westhoathlycountryshow.moonfruit.com.

June 6th , Saturday, One Great Day in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital Following on from last year, the One Great Day event in the Orchards will be full of fun activities to bring the family along to, all in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital. We’re told there will be a bucking bronco, a five-a-side football pitch and unlimited candy floss machine…

June 6th , Saturday, Sussex Factor Finals Come and see the greatest local talent in the Orchard’s Shopping Centre for the finals of the Sussex Factor. They’re going to be held alongside the One Great Day fundraiser, and promise to show the greatest local talent battle it out for some amazing prizes and opportunities!

7th June 2015, Sunday, 17.30pm - Mid-Sussex Sinfonia - Children's Concert at Clair Hall in Haywards Heath. Further information can be found on our concerts webpage http://midsussexsinfonia.co.uk/concerts June 12th 2015, Friday, 9.30am - Cuckfield Vintage tearoom and crafts market Everyone loves to go out for tea and cake, and finding local places to indulge is so much better than your average chain cafe. This month, Cuckfield is running a busy vintage team room, alongside their monthly market at the Queens Hall in Cuckfield, 9.30am-1pm.

12th June 2015, Friday, 8pm - 10pm - Light - What is your colour?

The 6th popular interactive panel talk hosted by AwakenToHeal. Listen to and question a panel of 6 speakers from all walks of life. Share your ideas.

Community Centre, Hartfield Road, Forest Row, RH18 5DZ. Donations please.

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13th June 2015, Saturday, 11am - 4pm - Mansion Market A happy day out for all the family with friendly stallholders offering a wide variety of interesting and unusual crafts, clothing, organic produce, plants and much more. Puppet Shows, taster therapy sessions and a delicious barbeque held by a theatre in the grounds of a beautiful 18th century mansion. Parking and admission and free. Kidbrooke Park, Priory Road, Forest Row. 13th June 2015, Saturday, 19.30pm - Mid-Sussex Sinfonia - Summer Concert at Clair Hall in Haywards Heath. Further information can be found on our concerts webpage http://midsussexsinfonia.co.uk/concerts 14th June 2015, Sunday, 9.45am - 3pm - Ashplats Conservation Group will be meeting at East Court Sports Pavilion at 9.45am on the second Sunday of the month as usual. This month we will be doing some maintenance work on the Ghyll steps. No special skills are needed with tasks for all abilities. All are welcome, including accompanied children. For more information visit www.ashplats.org or ring Chris on 01342 311198, or just turn up on the day. Wear old clothes and good footwear.

15th June 2015, Monday, 8pm - Crawley Down Ladies Choir - Summer Concert at The Haven Centre. The choir, accompanied by Sylvia Trench, will be singing a wide variety of songs and our MC John Noyce will also sing a song or two. Our special guest will be Anna Cooper. Light refreshments will be served in the interval and there will be an excellent raffle. There will be a retiring collection.

19th June 2015, Friday, 7.30pm, East Grinstead Society - Chainsaw Sculptures a talk by David Watson of Woodland Products, a wooddturner and member of West Sussex Woodturners based at Woodland Studio, near West Hoathly. Main Hall, East Court, off College Lane, East Grinstead. Coffee and biscuits will be served.

Members £1.00, non members always welcome, £1.50.

20th June 2015, Saturday, 12 noon - 2.30pm - Langley Green Summer Fete Willow Tree Pre School & Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Primary School at Our Lady’s School, Hare Lane. Raffle, Bouncy Castle, Hook the Duck, Refreshments, Beat the Goalie, Coconut Shy, Face Paints, Fire Engine, Merry-Go-Round, Jewellery, Cake Stall, Candy Floss, Bottle Tombola, Meet PCSO Brian, Free Magic Show at 1.45pm 21st June 2015, Sunday, 10am - 2pm - RSPCA South Godstone Car Boot Sale Eastbourne Road/A22, South Godstone, RH9 8JB. Ice cream van, Cake stall and hot and cold drinks. Free parking with disabled parking area. Sellers all cars £10.00 Vans £15.00 Trailers additional £3.00. Pay on entry. NO NEED TO BOOK YOUR PITCH! Open for set up from 9am. Gates open to buyers at 10am. No Food Sellers or Traders. Admission is by donation please be generous as all funds go to help the animals at the Centre. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead.

Various, Various, Various - East Grinstead Spinners - 'Fibre Fusion 2015' At Greenstede Gallery, Chequer Mead. From Friday 5th June to Tuesday 9th June. An exhibition of spinning, weaving and dyeing by members of a local group, including demonstrations of spinning and weaving. Further info. www.egspin.org.uk                                         

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Is inviting parents with children aged 4-11 years Summer Holiday clubs starts from July 27th to August 28th

Vist www.totz2teenz.co.uk or Contact Henrietta Harris 07851627295 or Khloe Kirkham 07582757470

Ifield Community Centre, 21 Ifield drive, RH11 0BT

Breakfast Club 7.30am - 8.50am After School Club 3.15pm - 6.30pm

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COMMUNITY MONDAY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Open Fields - We are a group of disabled and their carers who get together every other Monday 11am at Goffs Park Hotel. We arrange outings to garden centres, national trust venues, etc. Members range from 20’s- 80’s! 01293 531764 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Little Fishes Mums & Toddlers Group - £1 per family/session. 0845–1100am St Richard’s Church, Gales Dr, Three Bridges. Margaret Luetchford 01293 534927 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Camera Club - Hut 16, Tilgate Recreation Forest Centre, RH11 9BQ At 7.45 for 8pm every Monday and Wednesday, (except bank holidays) from the beginning of Sep to June. www.crawleycameraclub.co.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Southgate Park Bowls Club - A friendly club who play in Southgate Park, Crawley.

Roll-ups Monday evenings and Tuesdays from noon. 01293 425107 or 01342 715647 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Maidenbower Mums, Babies and Children - Meet every Monday 12-3pm at Maidenbower Social Club, new members very welcome, search Maidenbower Mums and Babies/Children on facebook for more details and to join the group.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Horley Insight Group - for the Blind & Partially Sighted. Meets on the second Monday of every month, except for August, from 2-4 pm in the Methodist Church Hall, Victoria Road, Horley. Please contact Cathy, our Secretary, on 01293 782163.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Meridian Indoor Short Mat Bowls Club - Try Indoor Short Mat Bowls at the Meridian Hall, East Court, E.G. from 2-4.30pm on Mondays. Season September till end June.

Call Alex Leggat on 01342 717966 or alexhleggat@yahoo.co.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Down Monday Club - meet every Monday from 10.30 to 14.30 in the Village Hall, Turners Hill Road. Contact Marion 01342 458559 for info.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Spirimawgus Morris - Mixed Border Morris side meet most Mondays at The Ark, Turners Hill, 8:30-10pm. Join us for traditional style stick dances. No experience necessary. Contact spirimawgus@gmail.com or www.spirimawgus.org.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Horley Singers - The Horley Singers meet during term time on a Monday evening at 8.00 p.m. in the Methodist Church hall, Victoria Road, Horley. Website www.horleysingers.co.uk. For more info: Membership Secretary John 01293 782285.

In addition to fund raising we have an active social life, so it is not all work and no play.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Minton Badminton Club - Meets at Victory Hall, Balcombe - 01444 400054 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Lightening Women's Basketball Team - training on Mondays at Holy Trinity ball hall 8..00pm to 9.30pm. LADIES Only. Contact Helen on 07775664577 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Downsman Bowls Club -incorporating Crawley Blind and Disabled Bowlers. Very friendly club playing at West Green Playing Fields. Green is open from noon every day. Call Sue on 01293 402 827.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Mondays, Tai Chi + Mediation, 7.30-9.00pm Hazelwick School. Contact Nina 01293 415524. Beginners Welcome" ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Mondays, Crawley Down Ladies Choir, 7.30 pm The Oak Room at The Haven Centre Crawley Down. Contact Jean 01342 714521 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Smallfield Community Care Association Art Class - every week 10am - 12 noon, in St. Bartholomew's Church Hall, Redehall Road, Smallfield.

Open to residents over 55. Tel: Betty 01342 843537.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------TUESDAY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stich and Sip! - Kate's Cafe Stitch and Sip has moved to Ferrito's Cafe 27 High Street, Horley RH6 7BH. Term time only on Tuesday from 9:30 to 12:00 and people can call me on 07533185170 for more info if they are interested ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CAMEO Club(come & meet each other) - Twice a month, Tuesday 2.30pm-4-30pm in The Friary Hall, Crawley Town Centre. To encourage elderly people to join others & not remain housebound. Programme is varied – speakers, entertainment, bingo and more.

More information from 01293 416157.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Art Society - Welcome new members. A varied programme including professional demos, life drawing and workshops. Our meetings are weekly on alternate Tuesdays (2-4pm at Montefiore Institute, Three Bridges) 01342 716549.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Burstow WI - Meet on 2nd Tuesday each month, 2pm at St Bartholomew’s Church Hall, Redehall Rd, Smallfield. Includes a variety of activities, 01342 844375.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Horley Meadvale Folk Dance Club - We meet in the Empire Hall, Victoria Road, Horley from 8-10pm. Alternate Tuesdays. No partner requireded . English Folk Dancing is good for the mind and the body. Contact Rita on 01342 843629.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Folk Dance Club - Tuesdays 8-10pm, dancing with guest callers at Trinity Methodist Church (Crawley Down Hall) Lingfield Rd, RH19 2DA For info call Ros 01342 321373 or Gill 020 8777 3572 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Rotary Club of East Grinstead - Meet Tuesday evenings at 6pm at the Brambletye Hotel in Forest Row. Raising money for local charitable causes. A modest meal at 6.15pm is followed by a speaker. charitable interest. Contact Brian 01342 321636, Alex 01342 717966 or Ray 01342 324016 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Alanon Family Groups - The Allison Room of the Lingfield and Dormansland Community Centre every Tuesday 8 - 9.30pm. A fellowship of relatives and close friends of alcoholics, share their experiences to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness and that most of us find living with an alcoholic too much to cope with without help. Contact Lynda on 01342 870664.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Horley Flower Club - Meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 7.30pm - Regent Hall, Albert Rd, Horley. 01293 786852.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Probus Club Horley - Monthly meetings, outings and other activies.

Call 01293 782998 for more details.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Folk and Square Dance Club - meets on alternate Tuesdays at Three Bridges Community Centre, Gales Place, Crawley. New members are welcome instruction will be given for all dances. Soft shoes are recommended and bring your own refreshment. Ring Bob on 01293 536887.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Turners Hill Decorative & Fine Arts Society - Meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month at The Ark Turners Hill. Lectures start at 11.00am. Doors open at 10.15 for coffee. A friendly club, lectures are on a variety of subjects and are suitable for all tastes.

For information contact Jan Bellisio on 01342 325431 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ABC Badminton Club - A small friendly club – playing on Tuesday evenings, 19.30 to 21.30 at St Wilfrid’s School, Southgate, term times only. New Members welcome. First visit free. For information please call/contact Andy Oldham on 01293 882572 or andycoldham@aol.co.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Flamingoes Swimming Group - for the Physically Disabled We meet at the K2 Leisure Centre between 7.45pm and 8.45pm every Tuesday evening in order to provide a safe and secure swimming environment for people with physical disabilities. For further information contact Kevin on 07880178706 (Evenings) or come along to meet us at K2.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WEDNESDAY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------St Richard's Badminton Club - friendly, independent club playing at Milton Mount Hall, Pound Hill Wednesday evenings from Sep to June. 01293 531826 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wardrobe Wizards Sewing Group - from 11.30am to 2.30pm during school term time at Edmonds Hall, Albert Rd, Horley, Surrey. www.wardrobewizards.net ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Turners Hill - Hilltop WI - Meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Ark 7:30pm.

Call Barbara 01342 715709.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Horley Photographic Club - meet at Strawson Hall, Albert Rd, Horley every Wednesday evening at 7.45pm, from Sep. to June. We offer a programme of competitions, lectures, talks and demos. www.horleyphotographicclub.co.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Horley Brass - Ensemble for experience brass players. Further info contact Stephen Worsley (Musical Director) 07758 628977. Lee Street Church, Horley, RH6 8ES - 8-9.30pm ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Horley Evening W.I - Meet every second Wednesday each month in the Methodist Church hall, Victoria Rd, Horley at 7.30pm.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Maidenbower Women’s Institute - Meets on the 4th Wednesday of every month at 7.30pm, Maidenbower Junior School Dining Hall - Speakers, activities, outings, visits, craft. Come & join us. Lesley 01293 886654 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pelargonium and Fuchsia Group - Meet on the third Wednesday of month at 8pm and we have very interesting speakers to talk to us. Contact Sheila Lyon for more information on 01293 402867 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Amateur Radio Club - Hut 18 Tilgate Recreation Centre (next to K2) every Wednesday from 1930 email secretary@carc.org.uk for more details.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------C.A.G.S Golf Society - All standards welcome, meets last Wednesday every month to play courses in Sussex & Surrey. Ted Jenkins on 01293 529571 or 07766 533805 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Pound Hill Dance Club - meets weekly at 8pm on a Wednesday evening for adult social Ballroom and Latin Dancing at the Pound Hill Community Centre, Worth Road, Crawley. A friendly and welcoming Club that also offers dances classes for children.

Please telephone the secretary on 01293 514034 for further information.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Horley Trefoil Guild - Meets the second Wednesday of each month at The English Martyrs Church Hall in Vicarage Lane at 7.15pm. New members welcome. 01293 783779.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Horley Live at Home Day Centre - Regent Hall, Albert Road, Horley, Surrey. RH6 7JA. Every Wednesday morning from 10.30am – 12.15pm. Lunch available. For further information please call the office on 01737 780610 or Email: tanyalah@tiscali.co.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wednesday Chatanplay - Baby and Toddler Group - every Wednesday during term time, 10.00 – 11.30. All welcome – no charge, plus free refreshments! In the Hall at the Church of English Martyrs, Vicarage Lane, Horley RH6 8JL. 01293 773563.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Shout Chorus Choir - in Crawley, singing Soul, Gospel and Groove Classics. No Music Reading.

First Session Free. Wednesdays 7.30 pm St Andrews Church Furnace Green. 01293 494949.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Copthorne Evening W.I. - 2nd Wed. of month 7.45pm at Village Hall, Copthorne Bank.

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COMMUNITY Crawley Down Afternoon WI - Meet every fourth Wednesday of the month at the Village Hall at 2p.m. We enjoy speakers, lunches, outings and much more. To visit, or join us please contact Sandy Bushaway 01342 712815 for information. All are very welcome.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Worth Ladies - meet on the first Wednesday of the month at 2.30pm in the Montefiore Institute, Hazelwick Road, Three Bridges. Speakers, Crafts,Outings. We love visitors!

Contact Doreen on 01293 526203 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Horley Scrabble Club - Every Wednesday morning 10.00am. School Room, Rear of Methodist Church, Victoria Road, Horley. 01293 786773 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THURSDAY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Gales Ladies Badminton Club - We are a small friendly ladies club playing in Crawley Down Village Hall on Thursday morning 9.30-11.30am.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Horley & District U3A - No longer working full time? Why not join us? We meet at the Regent Hall, Albert Rd, Horley on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 2.15 - 4.30 pm. For details - 01293 786325.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Meridian Bridge Club - We play on Thursday afternoons from 1.30 to 5.00 pm in the Meridian Hall, East Grinstead. 01342 822791.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Milton Mount Community Choir - is open to all ages and abilities 6.30 - 7.30pm at Milton Mount School , Pound Hill. RH10 3AG. £2 for adults, free for children. More info 01293 537158.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Horley Lions Club - The club meets twice monthly at the Horley Sports & Social Club Albert Rd www.horleylions.org.uk or horleylions@btinternet.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Gales Ladies Badminton Club - We are a small friendly ladies club playing in Crawley Down Village Hall on Thursday 9.30-11.30am. Jan 01293 531826.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Autism Support Crawley - Meet the first Thursday of every month at The Children and Family Centre, Creasys Drive, Broadfield, 7.30pm - 9.15pm. £1 entry fee. www.autisumsupportcrawley.co.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Arthritis Care Support Group - to provide support and friendship to people with all kinds of arthritis. We meet on the 4th Thursday of each month at 2.30pm at the Woodhatch Centre in Woodhatch when we have a speaker, tea and raffle and after the meeting anyone who wishes to can stay on and join in a gentle exercise class, the leader of which is familiar with joint problems and limitations. Contact Syliva Mann 01737 242193 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Rotary Club of Horley - meet at the Cambridge Hotel on Thursday at 12.30pm for lunch at 1pm, followed by a speaker. We raise money for Rotary and local charities and also enjoy many social events at home and abroad. 01293 782425.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Pound Hill WI - meets on 3rd Thursday of each month at 8.00 p.m. at St Barnabas Pastoral Centre, Worth Rd, Crawley. We are a lively, friendly group who will make you very welcome.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Concordia Singers - A musical programme with professional soloists, orchestras, etc.

Thursdays 7.45pm, Crawley URC, Pound Hill. www.concordiasingers.org.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Floral Arrangement - Welcomes you to a varied programme of floral demonstrations and workshops. Meetings on the second Thursday at 7.30 pm. Crawley Horticultural Hall, Ifield Ave, West Green, Crawley. Call 01293 402905 for information.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Delta Club - Meet on the first and third Thursday of every month in the afternoon.

A social club for disabled adults meeting for chats and outings.

Transport can be arranged. For more details - Irene on 01293 785133.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Weald Choir of Crawley - Thursday evening at 8pm in St Richard’s Church, Three Bridges. A mixed voice choir. www.wealdchoir.co.uk or 01293 411355.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Down Evening WI - First Thursday of the month at 7.30 p.m. The Glebe Centre, All Saints Church Hall, Vicarage Road, Ladies, come and join us.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Tai Chi for health - All are welcome to a ‘free Introductory Evening’ to learn the slow, controlled and graceful movements of White Crane T’ai Chi. To learn more please come along on Thursday evenings to Edmonds Hall at Horley Town Council offices (rear entrance), Albert Rd, Horley from 7.30pm. Colin Hodsdon 07754 387676 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Scottish Country Dancing - meets every Thursday 8-10 pm at Milton Mount Community Centre, Pound Hill RH10 3DP. No need to bring a partner as beginners will dance with someone more experienced. 01403 269439 or see www.crawleyscdc.btck.co.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------St.Edwards Social Club - holds a weekly Bingo Session on Thursday at Hillcrest Close, Pound Hill, RH10 7EQ. Eyes down 8.15 p.m. Contact 01293 882300 All Welcome.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Horley line dancers 'AC's mid-day movers' - at Horley Methodist Church, Victoria Road, Horley every Thursday from noon to 1.00 pm. Learning to dance in a fun and relaxed way increases flexibility and movement and is a way of making new friends.

(Qualified teacher). Please call Annie on 01293820909 for further information or just turn up with comfortable shoes and a soft drink.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FRIDAY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Horley Towns Women’s Guild - Strawson Hall, Albert Rd, Horley, on the 2nd Friday of the month at 2.30pm. Details from Marjorie: 01293 771248.

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Horley Country Market - from 10.00 am to 12.00 noon on Fridays at St John Ambulance Hall, Massetts Rd, Horley. Free admission.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Ifield Barn Theatre Society - on a Friday evening from 8 p.m. Tel: 01293 525030 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Horticultural Soc. Bridge Group - We are a friendly group and play social duplicate bridge on Friday evenings. Secretary: 01293 402868 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Keyboard Club - at The Charis Centre, West Green Drive. Concerts are held on the last Friday of each month at 7.30pm. Ring 01293 530276.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Bridge Club - 7.15 p.m. every Wednesday & Friday at Grattons Indoor Bowls Club in Pound Hill. Call Helen, 01342 719779, Betty, 01293 547030.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Macular Group - Helping People with Central Vision Loss meet on the 3rd Friday of the month (excl. Apr & Dec) in the Bill Buck Room, 1st Floor, Crawley Library 10.30 am 12.30 pm. For info - 01293 882108 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Cheerleading Club - Cheerleader sessions for ages 10 upwards, boys and girls. Qualified cheerleading coach and dance teacher. Fridays at 6pm at Holy Trinity Church Hall, Tilgate, Crawley.

07739 801700 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Icebreakers Dining Club - Are you single and looking to meet new people like you?

If so you might be interested in Icebreakers – a local dining club for the single over 40’s. We meet on Friday’s for a meal at a number of different venues in the area, such as pubs, restaurants, country hotels. No membership or joining fee. For more info call Jacquie on 01403-273480 or www.icebreakersclub.co.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Drop-In Coffee Morning and Excercise Class - Smallfield Community Care Assocation every week 10am - 12 noon, St. Bartholomew's Church Hall, Redehall Road, Smallfield.

Open to residents over 55. Tel: Peter 01342 713565.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Friendly Badminton Club - —meet every Friday at Copthorne Prep. School. 8-10pm.

No joining fee. Tel 01293 525752.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SATURDAY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Copthorne Cricket Club - Are looking for new players to bolster their Saturday squad.

We play in Division 2 of the Mid Sussex League. New members (and volunteers) required of any standard. Stewart on 01342 717067 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Scrapbook / Cardmaking Club - 3rd Saturday of each month at The Montefore Hall, Three Bridges. Create memory albums for yourself or for gifts.

Contact Alison for more details ajchallis@aol.com.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Tilgate Park Run - Every Saturday 9am at Tilgate lake. For people of all ages and abilities, runners, joggers and walkers all welcome. www.parkrun.org.uk/tilgate ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Filmmakers and Photographers - Meet every Saturday from 9.30 to 1pm at Excelsior Studios, Manor Royal. www.cfap.org.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Knit ‘n’ Natter - Crawley Library 2nd and last Saturday every month from 2-4pm.

Beginners welcome - for knitting, crochet, embroidery and lively conversation.

Refreshments available. For info: ruthburry@yahoo.com.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUNDAY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Amateur Radio Club - Hut 18 Tilgate Recreation Centre (next to K2) every Sunday from 1100 email secretary@carc.org.uk for more details.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Croquet Club - We play Thursdays and Sundays afternoons in Worth Park, Milton Mount Av. Pound Hill RH10 3DY. Free parking, accessible by bus.

01293 884469 - www.crawleycroquetclub.org.uk.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Book Sale - Hundreds of books, new & secondhand at low prices. + DVDs, CDs & refreshmentson the first Saturday of every month (except Jan) 10am-1pm ST PETER'S CHURCH, IFIELD ROAD, WEST GREEN, CRAWLEY (in aid of church fabric) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Cyclists Touring Club (CTC) - a local branch of a National Cycling Charity running Sunday bike rides for cyclists of most abilities. See website for details www.horshamandcrawleyctc.org.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------VARIOUS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Various, Ashdown Ramblers - a very friendly walking group who meet Wednesday and Sunday. There are usually 2 organised walks: a full day walk, which is between 8 and 10 miles long and an afternoon walk, which is 4 or 5 miles long. For further information please see our website: www.ashdownramblers.org.uk or phone Grace 01342 833841 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Crawley Croquet Club - play in beautiful Worth Park, Pound Hill. New and experienced players welcome. Free lessons, all you need is flat shoes. Our season begins in April and goes through to September. We play on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. Call Anne on 01293 884469. www.crawleycroquetclub.org.uk ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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he Biggin Hill Festival of Flight has always been an event to look forward to, and to remember. This year, however, it’s going to be bigger than ever.

Originally, and successfully, a motor-racing circuit, Brooklands became home to the Hawker Hurricane and Vickers Wellington, which were built there for the war effort.

Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, in which RAF Biggin Hill played a crucial role, the Festival will be pulling out all the stops to ensure a memorable and befitting event.

The first checkpoint is Bell and Colvill.

Bobby (Bell) and Martin (Colvill) have sold cars together from their West Horsley premises for 40 years. Successful amateur racing drivers, they met through a mutual passion for motorsport and the legendary British Lotus marque, then at the height of Formula 1 success.

During the war the Aerodrome hosted the front line of defence against enemy bombers, with RAF fighters downing 1,400 Luftwaffe aircraft, from its runways alone. So naturally the air show will be spectacular. There will be fighter planes galore, including Spitfires, Hurricanes, Mustangs and a Messerschmitt Me109.

But it doesn’t end there. The Festival also hosts an impressive ground display, both of aircraft and historical or military vehicles. However, this year’s static car display comes with a twist, thanks to a new part of the Festival called The Roundel Run. As much as Biggin Hill played a part in the Battle of Britain, so did many other locations across Surrey, Sussex and Kent. The inaugural Roundel Run aims to recognize their achievements as well.

The Roundel Run is part ‘rally’ and part ‘motor show’. It will feature 75 vehicles that epitomise the very essence of motoring design, technology, style and culture; from the past to the present.

It starts under Concorde, at Brooklands Museum; the home of British motorsport and aviation.

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Along the way the route takes in the towns of Dorking and Reigate, with the latter being a key target during the war. One might surmise that this was because General Sir Bernard Montgomery, Land Commander of the 21st Army, had his HQ based in the large houses on Reigate Hill.

Next up is Horley, home to Donald Campbell CBE, who broke 13 world speed records in the 1920s and 30s in his famous Bluebird cars and boats.

The Run makes its way along the twisty roads of Turners Hill, on to East Grinstead, for a flying visit to the McIndoe Surgical Centre. Founded by Sir Archibald McIndoe, the Centre is famous for its legendary ‘Guinea Pig Club’. This was made up of patients, particularly RAF pilots and crew who, after receiving burn injuries in aircraft, needed experimental reconstructive plastic surgery for very deep burns and serious facial disfigurement.

The Guinea Pig Club was the result of McIndoe’s efforts to make life in the hospital easier for his patients and to begin to rebuild them psychologically in preparation for life outside the hospital.

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The next stop is Edenbridge, which hosted many evacuees during WW2. However it is probably most famous for its relationship with the Surtees family. John Surtees OBE, Formula 1 world champion in 1964, started Surtees Racing Management in the town in 1970 which resulted in the likes of F1 stars Mike Hailwood, Jochen Mass and 1980 Australian F1 World Champion Alan Jones becoming regular visitors to the towns’ motorsport factory.

The Run then passes by the entrance to Chartwell House, the much-loved Churchill family home and the place from which Sir Winston drew inspiration from 1924 until the end of his life.

During the Second World War, the house was mostly unused.

Its relatively exposed position, in a county so near across the English Channel to German occupied France, meant it was potentially vulnerable to a German airstrike or commando raid.

On passing the historic green with the Winston Churchill statue, in Westerham, the Roundel Run finishes the rally part of the day with a parade in front of the capacity crowd of 18,000 visitors, coming to a stop at the Festival Arena, where the motor show begins.

In addition to educating and entertaining the Roundel Run will be raising money for four worthy charities; the RAF Benevolent Fund, the Kent, Surrey, Sussex Air Ambulance, Make a Wish Foundation UK and Brooklands Museum.

To find out more visit www.theroundelrun.com

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Falafel, Pepper And Goat’s Cheese Salad

If you’re having veggie friends around for lunch or just fancy a meat-free supper for a change this colourful salad will fit the bill. Falafels are small Middle Eastern deep-fried patties made with cooked chick peas. You can buy them ready-made in most supermarkets or deli’s but they are really easy to make at home with just a can of chick peas and a few store cupboard ingredients. For an on-the-go salad pack into warmed pitta breads.

Serves 4, Ready in 30 minutes 400g can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped 4 tbsp freshly chopped parsley or coriander 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp chilli powder 2 tbsp plain flour Salt and freshly ground black pepper Oil for shallow frying 1 large red pepper, deseeded and thickly sliced

1 yellow pepper, deseeded and thickly sliced 2 tbsp olive oil 150g bag mixed salad leaves Half a small iceberg lettuce, roughly shredded 150g goats’ cheese, roughly crumbled FOR THE DRESSING 6 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp white wine vinegar ½ tsp Dijon mustard

1. To make the falafel, place the chick peas, garlic, parsley or coriander, spices and flour in a food processor and season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Process for about 1 minute until you have a fairly smooth mixture. Turn into a bowl then divide and shape the mixture into 12 small patties with clean wetted hands.

2. Shallow fry the patties in hot oil for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden.

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper.

3. Meanwhile, place the sliced peppers on a foil-lined grill pan and drizzle over the olive oil.

Grill for 3-4 minutes on each side until tender and lightly charred in places.

4. Toss together the salad leaves and shredded iceberg lettuce.

Arrange on four plates with the grilled peppers. Halve the hot falafel then add to the salad and top with roughly crumbled goats’ cheese.

5. To make the dressing, place all the ingredients in a screw-topped jar and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and serve immediately.

Tip: Add a handful of fruity black or green olives to the salad or sprinkle with some lightly toasted pine nuts to give an extra Mediterranean flavour.

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any of us dream of running our own business and becoming renowned in our chosen field, but for Sussex resident Sam French, that dream has quickly become a reality – already winning Gatwick Diamond’s Young Start-Up Talent, having his quirky gingerbread bakes featured in Vogue magazine and even becoming a motivational speaker, inspiring fellow young entrepreneurs; all before he turned twenty-three years old.

Sam, who won a prize worth £50,000 from the Young Start Up awards in 2013, was inspired to bake his way to success whilst on a trip to Selfridges with his grandad – even though he couldn’t actually bake at the time: “I went into London to have lunch with my grandad. I hadn’t even been in there before, but had wanted to go. After trying some gingerbread I remember thinking: this is one of the best stores in the world, but I’m sure I can do better, so I started baking!”

It took Sam a little over a year to perfect his gingerbread men (and women) and it wasn’t long before he was supplying both local and national businesses; including British Airways, winning over the Gatwick Diamond judges and motivating others with the story behind his London Fashion Week influenced collection and personalised bakes.

“I’ve always been someone who wants to do whatever I’m doing to the best of my ability,” Sam, who founded Sam’s Kitchen at just sixteen, tells us. “Whether that was selling second-hand toys (as the Crawley resident starting doing when he was just five, at his dad’s stall) or selling gingerbread men, I think it’s important to really love and enjoy what you do.”

“It’s been so exciting,” the young entrepreneur continues, “I’ve met some really inspirational people – including the founder of British retailer Jack Wills, which was amazing!

You only live once, if there’s something you want to do, why not give it a go?

“You’ll never know otherwise!”

We’re pleased to announce that Sam will be joining the RH Uncovered team, showcasing the talents of fellow business owners in our local area – pop over to www.rhuncovered.co.uk to check out his latest blog!

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The Half Moon Inn has stood in the middle of Balcombe village since the 1800s. There are many stories of the cellar being haunted, secret passageways underneath the road, and of all of the families that have lived above The Half Moon over the years.

In January 2015 the exciting news came that The Half Moon Inn had been voted Best Pub in Sussex 2014, and just a few weeks later featured in Sussex Life magazine as one of the Top 20 Cosy Winter Pubs in Sussex.

There are some things we know for certain - The Half Moon Inn has always been the centre of much local activity, where regulars and visitors alike can come and enjoy the combination of food, drink and live music.

All year round we have a wonderful mix of customers - locals, visitors, ramblers, families, children and dogs. Whether it’s a catch up with friends, a family celebration, or a quiet pint after work; we cater for everyone. Check out the events page to find out more.

The space outside on the corner of the pub known as the “pig pen” is where customers would leave their livestock when they came into the pub.

In the summertime the “pig pen” is a great place to catch the sunshine and have a jug of Pimms, and in the wintertime it is home to the village Christmas tree - organised by none other than the Balcombe Christmas Tree Society.

If you visit The Half Moon Inn now, you’ll meet Michaela Lea Strahan - or Micki to her friends.

She took over the management of the pub in the summer of 2013, and in eighteen short months she and team have won the hearts of all who visit.

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Bring Me Add extra space, make the most of precious sunshine and bring the garden into your house.

Katherine Sorrell looks at what you should consider when planning to build a conservatory.

Kit or bespoke?

Kits tend to be cheap and DIY-friendly, as most of the parts (usually a PVCu frame and polycarbonate roofing) are pre-cut and predrilled ready for installation. If you choose a bespoke design you’ll pay a great deal more, but you’ll have something tailored to your individual requirements. Remember that unless a conservatory is well finished and appropriate to your property, it may detract from rather than add to its value.

Size, siting and aspect A simple plant room or occasional-use home office can be squeezed into quite a small space, but for a useable room such as a sitting room, dining room or playroom, allow at least eight to ten metres of floor area. Overall, ensure that the proportions of your conservatory suit how you’re going to live in it and complement your property and garden.

Walls and frames Traditionally, conservatories are built onto a 600mm high ‘dwarf’ wall made of brick or stone, in a colour and style that matches or complements that of the main house.

More recently, however, fully-glazed structures have become fashionable, offering a contemporary look and even more light.

The most popular choice for the wall framework is PVCu, a material that is light, strong, requires little maintenance and is often made to stock lengths so it can be system-built quickly and easily. It isn’t an environmentally friendly choice, however, and its modern look can be inappropriate for a period property. Bespoke conservatories are generally made in hardwood, which can be carved into slender, intricate designs and suits older properties, though it is more expensive and requires regular maintenance.

How will your conservatory adjoin the house?

Is there a large enough exterior wall, and will you have to avoid obstructions such as trees or outbuildings? If possible, try to place it facing east or west, as north-facing conservatories tend to be cold, while south-facing ones can overheat.

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Glazing Double or triple glazing is essential to reduce heat loss from a conservatory at any time other than mid-summer. The best glazing combines a low-emissivity coating that reflects heat back inside, and argon-gas filled units for maximum insulation. In a bespoke conservatory, you can specify tinted, etched, obscured, anti-sun, fire-resistant, self-cleaning or other specialist glass at a price. For roofs, choose from glass or polycarbonate panels.

The latter are light and strong, cheap, and quick and easy to fit, but tend to obscure light, particularly at thicknesses that achieve the same thermal performance as double glazing. Near trees, they may also suffer from algae growth.

Heating Heating is essential if you plan to use your conservatory in winter and, to comply with building regulations, it must be independent from your main system. You may wish to place radiators against the dwarf walls or install under-floor heating, either of the warm-water pipe or electric cable variety, or you may consider electric trench heaters, hidden under grilles around the edges of the floor. Where there’s room for a chimney or flue it is perfectly possible to install an open fire on the wall that was the outside of the original house.

Ventilation In the height of summer you’ll need to be able to provide a cool waft of air in your conservatory. Roof vents may be opened manually (with long-armed winding gear) or electrically, or may even be thermostatically controlled to open at the necessary time, with a sensor to close them if it starts to rain.

Trickle vents in the roof or side windows are useful, allowing warm air to flow out as necessary. You may also wish to add a central ceiling fan.

Shading Not just necessary for privacy, blinds also provide shade from direct sunlight and reduce the build-up of heat. If the latter is a problem, your best bet is solar-reflective roller blinds.

Otherwise, the options include pleated fabric, pinoleum Roman blinds and slatted Venetian blinds. The blinds you choose will have an enormous impact on the style of the room as a whole, so take your time choosing a look that’s right for you. Remember to ask how easy it is to clean your chosen blinds, and consider whether you want to open and close them with pull-cords, rods or via remote control.

Do I need permission?

Many small, domestic conservatories don’t need planning permission, but there are conditions. For further information, look at www.planningportal.gov.uk and consult your local planning authority.

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Bugs and Beetles Bugs and beasties are really thriving in this warmer weather, so just how should you deal with the most common problems you are likely to encounter at this time of year?

Aphids

Woodlice

Greenfly and blackfly, also known as aphids, can be a real menace as they suck sap from your plants and can transmit viruses at the same time.

Aphids breed incredibly rapidly, so regular control is necessary.

Woodlice often cause a lot of concern, however these little creatures are rarely responsible as they simply do not have adequately strong mouthparts. They can cause damage to soft new growth or occasionally to soft-fleshed fruits such as strawberries but can’t tackle tougher plant growth. You may see them at the ‘scene of the crime’ and presume that they have caused the initial damage but they have probably moved in to clean up a lot of the debris created by other creatures.

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Use biological controls – they’re totally safe for all other creatures and of course leave no residues

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Use a strong jet of water to blast the aphids off plants, but do a thorough job or else they will soon be back up and causing damage

Caterpillars Caterpillars come in all shapes, sizes and colours, but can do a lot of damage as they munch their way through your plants and perhaps even into your vegetables.

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They’re easiest to spot at dusk or very early in the morning.

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Some caterpillars, in particular the Tortrix Moth produce quantities of fine webbing which they use to bind leaves or other plant parts together to create particularly safe shelters for themselves. It’s hard for a pesticide to actually reach them so hand picking or squashing is often the best answer.

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Cover caterpillar-susceptible crops such as calabrese, broccoli and other brassicas with Envirofleece or Enviromesh.

Earwigs Earwigs can cause quite a bit of damage, particularly on the flowers of plants such as clematis and dahlias, where they nibble out large quantities of petal or occasionally leaf. Try trapping them using an inverted flowerpot on top of a bamboo cane. The bamboo cane and pot should be positioned amongst susceptible plants and the pot needs to be stuffed loosely full of hay, straw or similar material. The earwigs climb in there to hide and the pots can them simply be emptied out on a regular basis.

Mildew Powdery mildew is also a problem at this time of year; it coats plant leaves, stems, buds and sometimes even petals with a white floury deposit. Sometimes the mildew can also prevent fruits from swelling normally, cause the leaves to become distorted and even fall early. Prompt action is essential and if you wish you can use a proprietary fungicide but check the label carefully for suitability.

Keep the damage to a minimum in the first instance by ensuring that the plants are kept well watered. In addition try to ensure a good flow of air around the plants. A bit of careful pruning or weeding often helps too.

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Get Out In The Garden!

Now summer’s here, there’s no better excuse to get out in the garden and enjoy those long and lazy days.

Whether you plan on planting, partying or just relaxing – here’s a few of our favourite outdoor accessories to ensure you make the most of the sunshine:

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Driveway Specialist Block Paving, Tarmac, Concrete & Shingle Drives WSCC Crossover construction Qualified & fully insured

For a competitive quotation, please call

Tel: 01293 863493 Mob: 07739 508134

Stunning hanging basket & tub displays to order.

Garden Design

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Garden Maintenance & Landscape Contractors

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All Aspects of Gardening Services Domestic & Commercial

• Garden Maintenance • Tree Surgery • Fencing • Turfing • Stump Grinding • Jungle Clearances • Landscaping • Decking • Hedge Cutting • Tree Felling & Forestry • Fully Insured

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The complete garden care, landscaping and design service Fully Qualified with over 15 yrs experience

All year round garden maintenance Lawn mowing • Hedge Cutting Summer & Winter bedding of plants Pruning of plants and bushes Lawn care inc. turfing and seeding Garden tidy ups • Leaf clearance Free estimates

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For a service that is just that extra bit special Call Michaela 01293 862772 / 07876 795883 treeworks.allseasons@yahoo.co.uk

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All areas of garden design and maintenance Beautiful perennial borders designed and created One off's or as part of yearly grounds maintenance contracts

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Branching Out Landscapes All aspects of

 Landscaping  brickwork  fencing  paving  driveways  ponds  ground works  tree surgery  stump grinding  waste removal  logs sold, loose tip or bulk bag

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24 hour Emergency Service

Tel: 01342 712 042 Mobile: 07710 936 010

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James Ledger Tech Arbor A, RFS cert.Arb. BSc. Ag. Tel 01342 844 044 Mobile 07766 736 970 ledger_arb@yahoo.co.uk www.jledgertreesurgery.co.uk  Tree Surgery  Stump Grinding  Hedge Cutting Professional Arborist  Woodland Conservation Tree Inspections & Surveys  All Work to BS3998 Fully Insured to £5m  Free Quotes

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Make one call, and make the difference It’s Foster Care Fortnight, so if you’ve ever considered fostering, now is a great time to contact West Sussex County Council’s Fostering Recruitment Team.

F

oster Care Fortnight (1st to 14th June) is an annual event which recognises the significant commitment foster carers across the UK make in supporting vulnerable children who, for a variety of reasons, are unable to live at home. It also provides an ideal time to raise awareness of the need for more foster carers to come forward.

The Fostering Network recently announced that in 2015 around 8,000 more foster carers are needed across the UK to meet the needs of children in care. In West Sussex, the County Council estimates that between 60 and 80 new foster carers must be found this year.

There are different ways to foster, from offering short term or emergency support to offering a longer term home, or providing short breaks for children with disabilities. West Sussex County Council particularly needs people who could give a loving home to siblings or older children, and those with disabilities.

For the children who have benefited from being part of a foster family, it really can make a huge difference. Claire came into care following a particularly turbulent time at home and has now been with the same foster family – who also have younger children of their own - for two years. She is aiming to start her A levels later this year and hopes to go on to university.

Claire credits her foster family with supporting her in all aspects of her life.

“Everything’s changed. I’m a lot happier, I have grown in confidence and I am doing better in school.”

This change is something that many foster carers cite as one of the most rewarding parts of their role. Graham and Sarah have been fostering for 10 years and during that time have helped 38 young people. Sarah says: “It is a privilege to be able to support children through a difficult time in their lives. I would encourage anyone thinking about fostering to take those first steps to find out more.”

Foster carers come from all walks of life.

The only thing they have in common is a spare room, patience and the ability to offer a stable and nurturing environment. If this sounds like you, West Sussex County Council would love to hear from you.

You can call the Fostering Recruitment team for an informal chat on 0330 222 7775, visit www.westsussex.gov.uk/fostering or text FOSTER to 82228 to receive a call back.

The Fostering Roadshow is visiting a town near you!

Come and chat to current West Sussex foster carers and speak to the Council’s Fostering Recruitment Team, who will be in your area at the following times and locations: The Orchards Shopping Centre, Haywards Heath – Monday 8th June, 10am–3pm Queens Square, Crawley – Wednesday 10th June, 10am-3pm Carfax, Horsham – Friday 12th June, 10am-3pm

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CHILDREN AND EDUCATION

Science & MathsTutor

WORRIED about SCIENCE, MATHS & other EXAM GRADES?

Friendly, nurturing preschool in Copthorne Spaces available NOW! Morning term time sessions

Call 07756 577 317 or Email jackandjillregistrar@yahoo.co.uk

Having PROBLEMS WITH STUDY? For PATIENCE and UNDERSTANDING from an experienced and qualified private tutor, contact:

Jeff Smith BSc. Eng. A.M.I. Mech. E.

Tel: 01342 326063

jeff_smith8008@yahoo.co.uk

Have you liked our facebook page yet?

Like We post regular community updates throughout the month www.facebook.com/ RHUncovered

Open sessions on the 8th, 9th and 10th June from 10am-11am.

At the Community Centre, Maidenbower.

We have spaces available to start in September 2015 OUTSTANDING by Ofsted.

T: 07580 018 496

information@maidenbowerplaygroup.org.uk www.maidenbowerplaygroup.org.uk

You have the opportunity to change the life of a young person.

Would you like to get involved in your local community?

Do you have a spare room?

Would you like to increase your income?

Could you prevent a young person having to sleep rough?

Sussex Nightstop would love to hear from you…

Nightstop offers accommodation to prevent local young people aged 16-17 from becoming homeless and rough sleeping.

All young people are assessed and supported to move on to secure housing.

Nightstop ‘Hosts’ are trained, supported, receive nightly expenses and a rental income.

We are currently looking for Nightstop Hosts across the Crawley, Horsham and Mid Sussex areas.

If you have some spare time but no spare room we also need volunteer befrienders to support these young people at this stressful time.

Please get in touch; Clare Mills www.sussexnightstop.org.uk.

Email wsxcoordinator@sussexnightstop.org.uk. Or call 07887 492872.

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LEISURE

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Five ways to boost your confidence this summer With summer fast approaching the thought of shedding off those layers of clothes can terrify us. Here’s some top tips to help you blossom this Summer.

• Firstly how about shedding all those negative thoughts about how you look. It’s time to spring clean those thoughts.

Rather than starting from a point of ‘I wish I was’, start from ‘this is where I am, how can I move forward?’. As you head along the journey clear out the excess. How many of you keep clothes in their wardrobe ‘just in case’. You are already telling yourself you're likely to fail.

As you open your wardrobe this summer see the clothes of the future, not the past.

• Secondly, the key to dieting and healthy eating is listening to our bodies. Imagine balancing all the unhealthy food we eat in one hand and all the nutritious healthy foods in the other. Can you imagine what each hand would look like?

Junk food sticking to one hand, running down your fingers, a mix of sticky ingredients.

Against the natural foods, the fresh fruits and vegetables, with every colour of the rainbow catered for. I know which one is more appealing to me. If you are not sure or want some guidance, we have so many nutritionists available locally these days.

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• Thirdly and just as importantly is hydration. Our bodies are made up of over 70% water. If you’re dehydrated this is a form of negative stress on the body.

• Tip four is exercise. When you exercise you release a feel good chemical into the body. So not only are you burning off energy, you’re releasing that feel good chemical in you.

• Finally but just as important, sleep… no I’m not hypnotising you! A lack of sleep can cause us to lose focus and make mistakes, which is turn can undermine our confidence.

So how to spring into Summer confidently? Look after number one. Take time to relax. Have a massage. Treat yourself to a relaxing hypnotherapy session.

Fuel your body with energising natural fuel. Why not grow vegetables? Then not only do you get the energy, you get the exercise looking after them.

So shoulders back, a smile on your face and make this Summer your most confident one ever.

Becky Wells, www.beckywells.com Personal Development Hypnotherapist www.payitforwarduk.net

What is hypnotherapy?

Hypnotherapy is a natural state of heightened awareness that occurs within all of us. It allows us to open our minds to beneficial suggestions and allows the client to use their imagination to make positive changes.

A brief way to describe a feeling similar to hypnosis is that moment you’ve been watching TV and not heard a word that’s been said, even though you’ve been staring straight at the screen.

Alternatively it’s the car journey where you wonder how you got to a certain place.

Your mind is on auto-pilot and must have been in control, otherwise there would probably have been an accident.

What can hypnotherapy help with?

• Agoraphobia • Anxiety • Blushing • Confidence Building • Depression • Fears and Phobias • Gambling • Guilt • Habits and Compulsions • IBS • Insecurity • Insomnia • Memory Recall • Nail biting • Nervousness • Pain Control • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder • Panic Attacks • Public Speaking • Smoking • Stress Management • Timidity • Trauma • Weight Problems • Worry

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HEALTH

Mr Damian Lake Consultant Ophthalmologist, Corneal and Refractive Surgeon Tel: 07740019902 info@damianlake.com

Private Appointments at The McIndoe Hospital, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3EB. NHS Appointments The Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead.

Accredited in Ophthalmology but specialising in Cornea, Cataract and Refractive Routine and Emergency appointments available @rhuncovered

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HEALTH The Serene Beauty Room, Worth • Facials • Waxing • Massage

• Reflexology • Pedicures • Est 1999

£5 Discount First visit

01293 440116 / 07941 089996 www.serenebeauty.com FOOT HEALTH CARE

ELIZABETH POTTS MCFHP MAFHP Registered member of the British Association of foot health professionals.

 Nails (Hands & Feet)  Corns  Calluses  Ingrowing Toenails  Verrucae  Fungal infections  Athletes foot Appointments in the comfort of your own home

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Looking for a

New Dentist?

• General and Cosmetic Dentistry • Crowns and Bridges • Private and NHS Dentures

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discount on your first check up* When you quote RH Uncovered

Our friendly and experienced team are dedicated to your smile *For new patients.

Offer ends 30th June 2015

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HEALTH

LOOSEYoga Studios

COMFORT FOOT CARE CLINICS Ashurst Wood, Turners Hill & Crawley or request a home visit

Victoria Vaughan S.A.C. Dip FHPP FHPT Two beautiful, clean, bright & fully equipped yoga studios in Crawley, on Manor Royal.

25+ classes every week, including Hot Yoga, Beginners, Advanced, Flow, Meditation, Workshops & Gong Baths.

All information including weekly schedules & directions on our website.

50% of

our classes suitable for beginners

£50 for unlimited classes in your first month, new clients only.

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studio@looseyoga.co.uk www.looseyoga.co.uk 41 Gatwick Road, Manor Royal, RH10 9RD

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 Corns  In-growing Toenails  Thickened Nails  Verruca  Fungal infections  Athletes Foot  Cracked Heels  Hard Skin  Regular Nail Cutting

0759 363 0863 Katie Farmer Counselling Services

* Free 1hr initial consultation * Hello, I offer a warm and supportive counselling service in East Grinstead and surrounding areas.

For more information please check out my website Katiefarmercounselling.co.uk or call me on 07795108607 to book a free 1hr assessment session.

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Clean Up Your Look!

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When was the last time you washed your make up brushes?

It’s estimated that many of us have NEVER cleaned the beauty tools that we use every single day or replaced our cosmetic supplies or make-up bags!

It’s time we gave our makeup bags a make-over!

With these pretty pieces, we’re sure you’ll be tempted to put those dirty, old brushes in the bin pronto…

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1. Studio make up bag, Oliver Bonas, £13.50 2. Lip and cheek velvet stick, The Body Shop, £12.00

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3. Limited collection BB cream, Mark and Spencer, £7.00 4. Limited Collection mini brush set, Marks and Spencer, £8.50 5. Ready to wear full face collection, www.idealworld.tv, £29.99

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STYLE

Special Prom Package Throughout May and June Full Body Spray Tan and complimentary Eye Lash Tint

As Endorsed by many A-List Celebrities

Special offer £20

NewchapelBeauty BEAUTYSPECIALIST

 Hopi Ear Candles  Aromazone Lymphatic Massage  Caci Collagen Facial Treatment  Caci Non Surgical Jowl Lift / Face Lift  Sienna X Spray Tanning Maggie Haslett M:07949 145 556  Microdermabrasion T: 01342 834 043  Diamond Peeling &  Light Colour Therapy

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(Paper)

Licence to Kill I

f you, like me, begrudgingly gave up your paper driving licence in favour of one of the photocard examples back in 1998 (yes, it really was that long ago), you would have found some small comfort in the fact that you got to retain a paper counterpart. There is just something about that moth-eared, multiplefolded, piece of green paper that appeals to the luddite in me. A refusal to accept the inevitable fate that awaits us all – everything is going to end up smaller and/or on computer.

Having the paper counterpart in my wallet, as illegible as it is now that it’s been through the wash several times, not to mention being used as a wedge to stop the table down the pub wobbling, is strangely reassuring. It’s a passport to a time when life seemed much simpler, even though it probably actually wasn’t.

But, as much as it pains me to admit it, it’s going to happen, paper is going to lose out in favour of digital information. There is no stopping the perpetual march of progress. Remember the Brittanica Encyclopedia salesmen that were everywhere in the 90’s? When was the last time you saw one of them? Or even an Encyclopedia?

Everything you ever need to know (and a lot of things that you don’t) is available on the internet – like, for example, the fact that in the UK, operating a cow or steam engine whilst intoxicated carries a prison sentence.

Imagine, then, my dismay at the news that my passport to a time when chicken really tasted like chicken, and cheese didn’t crumble when you cut it, is being phased out. As of the 8th June 2015 the paper counterpart for your driving licence is no longer valid, or issued by the DVLA.

any endorsements or penalty points that you might have accrued, as well as indicating what type of vehicle you are legally allowed to drive.

So the next time you hire a vehicle, or are going for a new job, there will no longer be that awkward moment in time when you have to explain away that SP40 crudely scrawled on the back, in biro, after presenting them with the paper counterpart.

From the 8th of June, any information that would previously have been on that green bit of paper, will now be recorded digitally and available to share with the relevant parties via a special code obtained by you from the GOV.UK website. Or for the recalcitrant amongst us, there is the option to do it by phone by calling 0300 083 0013.

The code will last for 72 hours each time you request it, and will allow you to share the finer details of your driving license with hire companies or prospective employers.

In reality, all this really means to you or I is that we can rip up the paper bit and throw it in the bin on 8th June, as it will mean nothing after that date.

The DVLA claim it’s part of their plan to simplify their services; though if you’ve bought or sold a car that was taxed recently, you might raise an eyebrow to that one. However, with all of that said, if you still haven’t updated to a photocard driving licence anyway, you get to keep that chewed-up, dog-eared, paper licence safe and sound in your wallet, and pretend none of this has ever happened.

By Ben Morley

Maybe, though, it’s a good thing. The counterpart existed in the first place as a means of recording

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professional services

RH10 CARS

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Airport Transfer Specialist

Call Clive Chalk or Mark Osbourne

on 01342 714165 “Dry Cleaners of Distinction”

Free Collection or Delivery to Business or Office Saturday Express Service, Free Parking

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Email: info@spencersdrycleaners.co.uk Web: www.spencersdrycleaners.co.uk

69 Gales Drive, Three Bridges, Crawley, RH10 1QA

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Dry Cleaning & Laundry with this voucher

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Tails & Scales All services, for all pets • Dog walking • Training • Pet Sitting • Grooming • Pet taxi • Agility • Birds • Reptiles • Small animals • Puppy Parties Friendly, professional, fully qualified & insured.

07450 467 476

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All breeds catered for Bathing ■ Trimming Conditioning Hand Stripping Ears ■ Eyes ■ Nails Also Dog Behavioural Specialist To book an appointment please call: 01342 718 356 07974 198 439 10 Buckley Place, Crawley Down, RH10 4JG

• Business Accounts and Taxation • Self Assessment • Payroll • Bookkeeping and VAT Returns • Company Formation • Business Plans • Fixed Fees • Free Initial Appointment

10% off quote RH10 Mag

Tel: 01293 278 212

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professional services

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Need help or advice on dealing with the estate?

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All staff are fully qualified members of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).

Each with over 10 years direct probate experience.

We can deal with as much or as little of the process as you want.

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For a free no obligation conversation or meeting please call our probate advice line to speak to our qualified practitioners.

We also specialise in advising on, creating and administering Trusts created for School Fees.

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“Brilliant job!

Thank you Dr.Kleen team” Ms Lorraine, West Green

We are an independant family run business offering: • Regular domestic cleaning and housekeeping • Spring Cleaning • End of tenancy cleaning • Move in / out cleaning • Professional carpet cleaning • Office and commercial cleaning

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RH Uncovered: Case Study Becky Wells, Health and Wellness

Client:

Becky Wells is a health and wellness expert, specialising in hypnotherapy and personal fitness. Becky approached us in 2013 regarding the possibility of featuring her services in the RH Uncovered magazines having been drawn to the wealth of expert articles that we carry each month. Becky’s enthusiasm for her profession led us to invite her to become a regular contributor to our Health and Wellbeing section. Here she tells us why she chose RH Uncovered magazines.

1) Why did you decide to advertise your business with RH Uncovered magazines in the first place?

When I first set up my hypnotherapy practice I knew that I wanted to work with my local community. I knew I had to advertise myself but with so many local publications around I didn’t know which way to go.

My practice is based within the RH10 postcode and so I was getting and reading a copy of the magazine each month.

I loved the local content and editorial in the magazine and decided to give the team a call.

Becky Wel ls Health and Welln ess

Sector: Health & B eauty Advert S ize: Quar ter Page (2013) Client sin ce: 2013

6 months down the line I am still receiving a high number of calls quoting the magazine.

The calls are consistent throughout the month and the number of calls I receive each month is growing.

and the quality of calls I get have made my advertising decision an easy one.

The team have remained supportive throughout.

I have regular contact with them.

They are always there to help and advise me on my next month’s campaign. I have found working with them completely stress free and professional and this has left me free to carry on working in my now very busy practice.

I am coming to the end of my contract with the magazine and I am excited to meet with Nikki, Carly and the team to discuss renewing my contract with them. I have some exciting things coming up in my business and sharing this news with their readers makes sense.

3) Why would you choose the RH Uncovered titles I arranged to meet with Nikki over a coffee and I was impressed over other magazines you have used? at how much interest Nikki showed in my business. She I often hear people commenting advised me on the best way to spend my budget and supported on the magazine as a reliable source of local information. me through my first campaign It’s trusted, it’s read and the and even came up with some reliable distribution means I great ideas on how my advert should look and read. know that my advert is being seen by the people that I want 2) How successful would you to attract to my business. say that your campaign with I always leave copies in my the RH Uncovered magazines clinic and it’s a great talking point and icebreaker between has been? myself, and my clients.

The response from my campaign The results I have seen in the growth of my business has been overwhelming.

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4) What does the future hold for your relationship with RH Uncovered magazines.

The growing popularity of the magazine in the Haywards Heath area means that I can grow my business with them.

Alongside my hypnotherapy business I run ‘pay it forward UK’, we spoke to Shelley about the project and ran an article in their community section.

Again I had response and interest on the back of this article. This shows the magazine is read cover to cover and I am proud to be a contributor to the magazine.

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INDEX Accountants, Tax Assist Accountants (Crawley), 59 Architect, J N A Architects Ltd, 35 Beauty Therapist, The Serene Beauty Room, 52 Beer & Wine Wholesalers, Olivers Coffee & Wine Ltd, 2 Blinds, Blind Design, 11 Blinds, Selection Blinds , 30 Building & Construction, Constructascape Ltd, 7 Building & Construction, Makalu-Construct, 30 Car Accessories, Indespension, 58 Car Dealership / Servicing , Sytner Gatwick Honda, 57 Care Home, Sussex Health Care, 5 Carpentry & Joinery, Bridgland Carpentry Services, 35 Carpentry & Joinery, CDS Carpentry & Property Maintenance, 35 Carpentry & Joinery, Clarke & Sons, 34 Carpentry & Joinery, Hayter and Smythe, 35 Carpentry & Joinery, M S Joinery, 35 Carpentry & Joinery, Richard A Bertram, 35 Carpentry Services, Paul Leare Carpentry, 35 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning, Featherwhite Ltd, 35 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning, North Downs Cleaning Services, 36 Carpets & Flooring, Carpet Man Sussex, 31 Children’s Breakfast Club, Shalon Tricare Ltd T/A Totz 2 Teenz, 12 Cleaning, Dr Kleen, 61 Coach Hire, Premier Transport, 9 Community Cafe, Stepney’s Cafe, 23 Computer Maintenance, Mr Computing, 59 Conservatories, Icon Roofs Ltd, 41 Council, West Sussex County Council, 44 Council, West Sussex County Council, 45 Counselling, Katie Farmer Counselling, 53 Curtains & Blind, Elizabeth Designs, 32 Cycle Shop, Brand Cycles, 48 Dancing School, Happy Feet Song & Dance Company, 47 Dental Practice, The Dental Care Centre, 52 Designers & Manufacturers of Bespoke Furniture, Workshop Projects, 3 Dog Grooming, K9 Kuts, 59 Dog Grooming, Tails and Scales, 59 Domiciliary Care, Surrey Quality Care Ltd, 13 Doors, Crawley Composite Doors, 32 Double Glazing, As Good As New, 34 Driveways, Charlwood Landscapes Ltd, 42 Driveways, Penfold Driveways Specialists Ltd, 15 Driveways, Resin Drives, 64 Driveways, Vintage Driveways, 39 Dry Cleaners, Spencers Dry Cleaning, 59 Electrician, Boss Electrical Services, 36 Electrician, D B N Electrical, 36 Electrician, John Sharp Electrician, 36 Electrician, Sherwood Electrical, 36 Electrician, Smith Electrical, 36 Fencing, CDS Fencing, 42 Foot Health Practitioner, Comfort Care Clinic, 53 Foot Health Practitioner, Liz Potts - Foot Health Practitioner, 52 Funeral Director, Stoneman Funeral Service, 17 Garage doors, G.M Garage Doors, 36 Garage Services, Fergussons Auto Services, 58 Garage Services, Rowfant Garage, 58 Garage Services, Webber Motor Company, 58 Garden Buildings & Conservatories, Cousins Conservatories & Garden Buildings, 28 Garden Design , New Dawn Garden Design, 39 Garden Machinery Sales service, Horace Fuller Ltd, 39 Garden Maintenance and Landscape Contractors, Copthorne Garden Services, 42 Garden Maintenance and Landscape Contractors,

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Baileybridge Property Refurbishment & Construction, 29 Public House and Restaurant, The Grasshopper, 20 Public House and Restaurant, The Half Moon Balcombe, 24 Public House and Restaurant, The Hillside Inn, 23 Restaurant, Bengal Spices, 1 Roof & Gutter Cleaning, PCS Property Services, 31 Roof & Gutter Cleaning, Tilley & Co, 33 Roofing, Crawley Roofing Ltd, 37 Roofing, Russell’s Roofing, 37 Satellite/TV, Norsat, 34 Scaffolding, Sussex Chimneys (East Grinstead Scaffolding), 33 Segway Experience, Segway Unleashed, 48 Skip Hire, R B Mini Skips, 42 Solicitor, Downs Solicitors, 17 Swimming School, Tracy Lowe Swim School, 46 Takeaway Food, The Master Fryer, 20 Tattooist, Studio 161, 55 Taxi Services, RH10 Cars, 59 Tree Care, Bartlett Tree Experts, 41 Tree Care and Fencing, D R Newland Treecare & Fencing, 43 Tree Surgeons, All Seasons Tree Surgeons, 42 Tree Surgeons, All Seasons Tree Surgeons, 43 Tree Surgeons, Floran Tree, 43 Tree Surgeons, J Ledger Tree Care, 43 Tree Surgeons, Townscape Tree Works, 43 Trust and Estate Practitioners, Keystone Probate, 61 Tuition, Jeff Smith Tuition, 46 Will Writing Service, Good Wills, 61 Will Writing Service, Thy Will Be Done, 60 Yoga Tuition, LOOSEYoga, 53

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