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Welcome to our March issue We’re three months into 2015 - so how are all your New Year’s resolutions going? If you dedicated this year to being more daring and taking risks, well we have just the thing for you.

There’s a charity abseil going on next month.

No time like the present, eh?

We have a fantastic article this month on the war diaries of a local woman, Helena Hall, who’s writing was donated to the East Sussex County archives after she died. Two authors have edited and published these diaries into a book, which has recently been released. We met up to find out about how the book came into being.

And of course, with spring on the horizon, it’s only right that we chat to the local horticultural society about what we should be growing this month!

Have a great month, Your community feature writer, Amy

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Adrenaline enthusiasts step up Local hospice, St Catherine’s, is calling upon adrenaline enthusiasts to step up and help them meet their fundraising target. And it’s an abseil with a twist they’re asking fundraisers to get involved, dressed in their favourite superhero outfit, and to abseil 100ft in order to raise money for the charity. The perfect way to cross two things off your bucket list - a daring adventure, and raising money for charity.

Haywards Heath’s St Catherine’s Hospice shop is located on South Road, and is one of 14. The charity is dedicated to providing specialised, end of life care and support to local people, their families, friends and carers.

We popped along to the Haywards Heath shop to speak to the manager, Iryna Wright, to get her take on the challenge: “Want a fantastically rewarding experience? Then dress up as your favourite superhero and take part in the newest event around the Superhero Abseil. It’s going to be really fun and your bravery will be rewarded by helping St Catherine’s Hospice to care for local patients!”

Pictures from Matthew and Emma (our Community Projects Manager)‘s abseil will also be on Facebook and Twitter after the event, so don’t forget to pop on over and see how they got on!

The abseiling challenge next month is being held at the Sandman Hotel, Tinsley Lane south in Crawley on the 18th April.

And you don’t have to do it alone!

To take part, you simply need to pay £25 per person, and raise £150 in minimum sponsorship. Registration closes a week before on Friday 10th April.

Call upon friends, work colleagues or family members to get involved together and raise money for the hospice, or simply do it yourself! The abseil boasts spectacular views at the top, so brave a camera too if you can.

To sign up, visit stch.org.uk or call Louise or Michaela on 01293 447364. You don’t have to be an adult to take part, if you’re making it a family affair, children aged 13 and over can still take part alongside a parent.

One such superhero taking on the challenge is RH Uncovered Magazine director, Matthew Arnold. Swapping his usual suit and tie for a costume, Matthew, who lives in Crawley Down, can’t wait to show his support for our local hospice… even if it does mean him abseiling 100ft in Lycra.

The Hospice has been providing care for over 30 years in Sussex and Surrey. “Each person is more than their illness,” is their motto, and they respond to each individual to help them achieve the “One of my goals for 2015 is to do more for our community and hopefully inspire our best possible quality of life. readers to do the same,” Matthew explains.

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“Abseiling for St Catherine’s, who cared for my partner’s father back in 2011, is just the first step... watch this space!”

However, if your work collegues are keen to get involved in charity events, sign up a team from work (sign up ten, and your CEO abseils free!). This abseil takes place on Friday 17th, with the same venue and costs applying.

Dress-up ideas include: Clark Kent, Wonder Woman, Batman, The Hulk or Catwoman.

If you’re getting involved, send in your picture to amy@mantramagazines.co.uk, and you could feature in the next issue of RH Uncovered magazine!

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Looking back in time:

The war in Lindfield through Helena’s eyes We learn about the war at school, through articles, through the news, and as course of habit. But can you imagine what it was really like in our own town? We’ve found out, down to every tiny detail. At the RH Uncovered office, we were thrilled to receive a brand new book this year, A Woman Living in the Shadow of the Second World War. It’s a journal from the home front of Helena Hall, and was edited

by Linda Grace and Margaret Nicolle.

When Helena passed away, her journal of the war was left at the East Sussex Country archives.

Both Linda and Margaret were aware the journal existed after it had been used in a Lindfield History Project Group in 2004.

They both felt the material used was of local interest, so volunteered to help prepare it for publication. With such a fascinating story, we caught up with Linda and Margaret to ask about how it came to be published.

“We visited the East Sussex Record Office to read the journal, and began to appreciate the range of information it contained beyond the local interest,” they told us.

“We spent many enjoyable hours in the ESRO reading the journal, but the process of selecting extracts from it could be laborious and time-consuming.

“We realised that the inclusion of the whole or most of the text would have made an end product too lengthy to engage readers. “

We therefore selected extracts which amused, interested and informed us.

Difficult decisions had to be made to reduce these extracts to a manageable size. We took a cross section of material to demonstrate the range of the journal while at the same time trying to maintain its variety, character and immediacy.

“The hardest bit was having to restrict the material we could use to to fit the size of the book, which meant not using some material which we wanted to retain.”

At the beginning of the book, the co-editors explain their method as well as information on Helena Hall herself, and the journal as they found it.

Linda explained more about the inspirational woman who wrote the journal, “Helena Hall was very active in village life in Lindfield, and she was 66 when the Second World War started.

Continued on page 8

COMMUNITY - WHAT’S ON 11th March 2015, Wednesday, 8-10pm

The Mid-Sussex Franco-British Society - Haywards Heath

Illustrated talk in French by Joël Binet Alliance Française speaker on Les Chemins de Provence des couleurs, des senteurs et des saveurs. In the Function Suite, Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 3DN. All members and visitors are most welcome. For further information, please contact the Secretary, Mrs. Barbara Stevens, on 01444 452385.

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18th March 2015, Wednesday, 10.15am Mid-Sussex Decorative and Fine Arts Society Lecture on “Sir Edwin Lutyens: the Architect with a Twinkle in his Eye” by Lt. Col. Dick Bolton. At Clair Hall, Haywards Heath. www.mid-sussexdfas.org.uk -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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19th March 2015, Thursday, 2.30pm The National Trust - Mid Sussex Association Winter Lecture - “Where ‘Ye Ha’ meets ‘Ole’ by Ralph Todd. At Clair Hall, Haywards Heath. National Trust Members wishing to join our Association please ring 01444 455803.

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------21st March 2015, Saturday, 10am-2pm Balcombe Village Craft Gift & Local Produce Market Our first market this year we will be supporting Paws & Claws who will havea table & run the refreshments.

So come browse, the wide selection of lovely stalls ,plants, & local produceplus enjoy the First World War Murals that the Victory Hall is famous for.

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31st March 2015, Tuesday, 7.45pm Danehill Parsih Historical Society 130 years of Steam from LB&SCR to the Bluebell Railway Matthew Cousins, GRA, has a long standing relationship with the Bluebell Railway, being official Artist in Residence. Mr Cousins organises Art Workshops in the Horsted Keynes Station as well as being the chief man for information and bookings for all aspects of the famous trains and activities.

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Continued from page 6 To us, the key feature of the journal, which is what makes it so special, is the way Helena Hall recorded her personal experiences and activities in Lindfield alongside accounts from family and friends as well as reports taken from local and national newspapers and radio broadcasts.”

“The addition of photographs taken from newspapers adds further interest.

We believe the result is a fascinating account of the period, which takes the reader back to those war-time years, through her eyes, allowing us to see events unfolding as they happened, showing history being made.”

The two women spent many hours carefully selecting material to provide a complete flavour of her work, in a manageable account to read. Both ladies explained that they carried out background reading into how people write diaries and editorial practices for publications, and took advice on the military content which was included to cover key events.

They explained that there were so many inspirational extracts from her diary (one included in the boxout) that really touched them.

They started to copy out extracts for their book in August 2010, and went through a specific editorial method to get across the key points, emotions and entries from Helena Hall during this time, “As editors, we acknowledged our personal bias.

We selected extracts which interested and fascinated us.

At the same time, by careful editing, we tried to include a cross section of entries to demonstrate the range of material,” they explain in the introduction.

I finished by asking Linda and Margaret if they thought Helena Hall would be proud of the final published book, “Yes, very proud” they replied.

Buy your book online on Amazon for£19.99, let us know your thoughts by tweeting us at @RHuncovered, or dropping me an email to amy@mantramagazines.co.uk.

Happy reading!

August 26th - extract “…The siren again went and neither of us heard it. The sirens are not nearly loud enough, many complaints are justifiably made about them. I dressed and went out and thoroughly enjoyed the sights I saw during this long raid which was not over until 4am. The searchlights were a marvel in themselves. I counted 19 congregated and they kept politely bowing to one another and they followed the enemy planes far above them. It must have been disconcerting to have lights dazzling your way like that… the light over the Pond was truly beautiful, reflections clear, the lights themselves looking like glorified fireworks only keeping quite still and sending down little bright sparks.”

CARE

carries out it’s 75,000th job Back in 2013, we featured the wonderful CARE charity, which works in Haywards Heath, Cuckfield and Lindfield. This year, they are celebrating the achievement of carrying out the 75,000th job since they started operating in 1983.

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During this time, volunteers have been helping out clients with transport, shopping, visiting and small occasional jobs in the home.

“So, if you can spare an hour to help a local person, we would like to hear from you!”

Congratulatons to CARE for doing such a fantastic job. To find out more, call “To continue with this work, we need more 01444 455955, or take a look at their volunteers,” a committee member told us. website, www.careinhaywardsheath.co.uk.

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meet the MORMONS

Ignorance is bliss?

“This warm and easy to watch film entertained whils t gently educating.” S.J Billin gshurst

The London Temple Visitors’ Centre is excited to invite members of all faiths to attend its full-length film, Meet the Mormons.

The film, produced by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, depicts snippets from the lives of six people from diverse backgrounds whose faith in Jesus Christ blessed them, their families, and their neighbours. Regardless of your religious background or age, this film will inspire you. Please join us!

“A refreshing insight to the Mormon way of life. Vibrant, positive and worth taking a look.” P.Wadey – Mantra Magazines

Admission: Free

Scheduled Showings in March: Tuesday – Friday: 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm Saturday: 6:00 pm Showings after March and/or at times other than those shown above can be arranged by calling us at 01342-837-952.

We look forward to seeing you!”

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The battle of

Haywards Heath For the history fans - did you know there was a battle of Haywards Heath? Philip Pavey, a man researching for his book, Mysteries of History in Sussex, came across this local battle. In a local council meeting at the end of last year, he shared his findings with those interested in the history of the town; and seeing as it’s quite unknown, we thought it’d be great to share it too.

“While researching for my book, I was intrigued to find that there had been battle at Haywards Heath in the English Civil War,” he told the room. Phil said he had assumed that the town had no history before the railway, and although the battle was only a minor engagement, it was clear that the outcome was of major significance.

In wider context, Phil explained that when the Civil War started in August 1642, the King had fled to Oxford and held the north, most of the midlands, Wales and the south west.

Part of the front line was the boundary between Sussex and Hampshire.

On 13th November 1642, the main royalist army advanced down the Thames from Oxford and was met by ‘trained bands’ at Turnham Green. On 18th November, a second royalist army, under Sir Edward Ford,the High Sheriff of Sussex, marched from Hampshire into Sussex and seized Chichester.

Phil told us all that the army advanced eastwards and, after camping at Cuckfield,

COMMUNITY - GROUPS AND CLUBS

MONDAY

Alzheimers & Dementia Support Group (Mid Sussex) First Monday of the month - 7 - 9.00pm for carers of those with Dementia. Talks with people who have knowledge on various subjects to help those in need. Age Concern, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3DN -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Group , a club for unattached men & women aged 45+, meets in Haywards Heath on the second Monday evening of every month. Walking, eating out, sport, arts & music, theatre, travel. Not a dating agency, but an opportunity to make new friends doing the things you enjoy. www.thegroup.org.uk -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1st Lindfield Company Boys’ Brigade meets Mondays, Anchors (5-8yrs) 6.00pm-7.00pm, Juniors (8-11yrs) 6.30pm-7.30pm, Company Section (11-15yrs) 7.30pm-9.30pm Lindfield United Reform Church, High St, Lindfield, West Susssex, RH16 2HL. - Contact - 07810340787 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Minton Badminton Club meets at Victory Hall, Balcombe 8pm.

For more information call 01444 400054 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Rotary Club , (Haywards Heath) Community voluntary group Meeting on Monday’s at 6:15pm Haywards Heath Golf Club, High Beech Lane, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1SL ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

TUESDAY

1st Ardingly Rainbows Brownies, A uniformed organisation, part of Girl Guiding UK. Tuesdays 5.30pm-7.00pm (term time) Hapstead Hall, High St, Ardingly, W. Sussex, RH17 6TA. 01444 892 717 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Sussex Harmonisers (Male Barbershop Chorus) 7-10 p.m. (rehearsal) The Sussex Harmonisers (Male Barbershop Chorus) St Paul’s Catholic College, Jane Murray Way, Burgess Hill, RH15 8GA - No need to read music!

Just turn up or call Mike on 01444 415043 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

was met by a smaller parliamentarian force at Muster Green in Haywards Heath!

Research has shown that neither side had artillery, although after a fierce hour’s fighting, the royalist army had lost 200 soldiers, and survivors fled south across Ditchling Common. Phil said that a royalist victory at Haywards Heath could well have been decisive and changed the whole subsequent course of British History…

Do you know anything else about the history of Haywards Heath, or are you keen to uncover more? Get in touch!

Tweet us at @RHUncovered, or drop me an email at amy@mantramagazines.co.uk.

All Saints Lindfield Tower Bells, 7.45-9.00pm (practice) Venue: Lindfield All Saints, High St, Lindfield, West Sussex, RH16 2HS - Mrs B Dart 01444 482283 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Friendship Club (Tea and Chat), First Tuesday of the month. 2.30pm-4pm (except January) £1.00 for tea and cake. Ansty Village Hall, Deaks Lane, Ansty, Haywards Heath, W.Sussex, RH17 5AS. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Haywards Heath Women’s Institute - Meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month. Join us for book club, walking group, days out, arts and crafts, guest speakers and much more. haywardsheathwi@gmail.com or Tel : 01444 454925.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Mid Sussex Friends of the Earth.

We meet fortnightly on a Tuesday evening at 7.30pm venues vary (often Haywards Heath). We run campaigns and activities throughout the year, all are welcome. There is no obligation to attend events or meetings as occasional helpers are always welcome. For further details contact Rachel: 01444 891533 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------midsussexnature@live.co.uk

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Millenium Village Centre

brings focus to community Scaynes Hill, only several minutes down the road from Haywards Heath, is a place that is less covered in RH16/17. The reason being, perhaps, that it is slightly smaller being a village - however the New Year brought new resolutions for the community section, and we’re determined to uncover everything that goes on throughout the whole of the areas.

The village centre is a central point of Scaynes Hill village, and is an amazing venue for a huge number of activities - from parties, wedding receptions, scouts and karate, to fantastic charity events that involve all the locals.

Being the focus of all main village activities, the centre has room for 300 standing, a stage with a sound system, changing rooms, and a modern kitchen.

I caught up with Steve Minter, Chairman of the Millenium Village Centre to learn more about their central point, and their plans for 2015.

The centre offers opportunities to volunteer with stewarding, ad hoc repairs and decorating, as well as community groups welcoming volunteers to work together. Plans for 2015 include increasing the use of the centre, in order to keep it ongoing as the central point for locals.

Steve explained that the centre is run by a Charitable Trust to provide facilities for the village and surrounding areas. “We have so many groups using the centre, including Scouts, Cubs, Beavers, WI, fitness classes, Kangaroos hold socials here as well as many private parties!”

“Work is being done to promote the centre for wedding receptions and we are working to offer a more attractive package to potential hirers,” said Steve.

“We now have connections with local caterers, bouncy castle providers and wedding decorators.”

He described the centre as being a ‘community hub’, and his role is to help with a small team, to run the centre.

“A great deal of volunteer time is crucial to the financial viability of the centre,” he told us. “This also anchors the centre in the community.”

Social activities for the community for 2015 include the annual village Barn Dance, the WI Xmas Market, Village Flower Shower, and much more!

For further information on the centre and what’s coming up in the next few months, visit www.scayneshillcentre.co.uk.

COMMUNITY - GROUPS AND CLUBS Cuckfield Evening Flower Club The club meets on the second Friday of each month at 7.30pm at Queens Hall, Cuckfield. Call Sue Spooner on 01444 831602 for more information.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Icebreakers Dining Club 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. For more information call Jacquie on 01403-273480 or vists www.icebreakersclub.co.uk ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

VARIOUS

Ardingly History Society, Hapstead Hall, Ardingly, W. Sussex, ww.ardingly.org -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Age UK West Sussex, Monday - Friday 9.00am-4.00pm.

Venue: The Redwood Activity Centre, Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath, W.Sussex, RH16 3DN. 01444 450248. www.ageukwestsussex.org.uk ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Haywards Heath Town Ladies Football Club, Thursday training and Sunday matches for ages 16-40 approx.

Hanbury Stadium, Haywards Heath.

Training: Hurstpierpoint College. ww.hhtlfc.talktalk.net Please contact secretary for details: 01444 257822.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Baha’is of Haywards Heath, Meet in an informal and friendly manner “We are all leaves of one branch on one tree” 50 Lucastes Avenue, Haywards Heath, W.Sussex, RH16 1JY. Contact Hannah on 01444 451783 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Associated Board of Royal Schools of Music 43 Meadow Lane, Lindfield, Haywards Heath, RH16 2RJ . Mrs G Paine : 01444 483454 (Honary Local Representative) -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Balcombe Tennis Club, Oldlands Avenue, 01444 811839 Website: www.balcombetennisclub.co.uk ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Cowfold Short Mat Bowls Club Roll-up sessions all year round, Monday 19:00 - 21:00 - Wednesday 19:00 - 21:00 Thursday 14:30 to 16:30 Contact Roger Hawke on 01444 881477 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Dolphin Ladies Swimming Club Looking for new members to swim on a Tuesday 9.00 am – 11.30 am at the Dolphin Leisure Centre or at Ardingly College pool on a Friday 8.30 am – 10.00 am term time. The teachers are voluntary and we are non profit making (also we support other charities on an annual basis). All ladies welcome whether unable to swim, need advice to improve or wish to attain competitive standard. Contact dolphinladies@gmail.com or view our website - www.dolphinladiesswimmingclub.co.uk

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Haywards Heath Horticulural Society

Reveals gardening tips Now that we’re entering the spring months of 2015, and the ‘New Year’ is becoming somewhat of a distant memory, we turned to the horticultural society to learn more about what we should be growing this year, as well as learning about what they’ve got up their sleeve at the end of the month.

The society is a small local charity which runs an extensive programme of events throughout the year, including talks on local history, inspirational gardens, bee keeping and floral displays.

Sylvia is on the Horticultural society’s committee, and told us they are hoping to increase their membership with younger people this year - not only at shows, but for their survival in the future.

“Finish pruning, complete winter digging and cover if not planting now,” said Sylvia when we asked what gardening we should be doing in March. “Chit and plant early potatoes, and check Dahlia tubers - take cuttings if you want and hope for a dry period!”

She also advised to sow seeds for hardy annuals outdoors and indoors for half-hardy annuals: “This includes summer and autumn vegetables, beetroot, carrots, leeks, swede, lettuce, cabbage, parsnips and peas!”

The society’s Spring Show takes place from 2pm-4.30pm on Saturday 28th March, and is part of their move to encourage young children in horticulture. “Local primary schools will be entering Polyanthus grown by them and delivered in November,” said Sylvia.

The show takes places at St Wilfrid’s Centenary Hall.

“We are an open society, this means anyone can enter exhibits after paying the entry fee,” Sylvia added. There will be light refreshments and a plant sale, but the majority is showcasing those who have entered into the awards. “We look forward to wonderful displays of spring flowering bulbs, vegetables, cookery and photography.”

Their regular meetings take places on the 3rd Thursday of evening month, between September and May at St Wilfrid’s Centenary Hall from 7.30pm, with plants for sale at every meeting! For more information, visit www.hhhs.org.uk.

COMMUNITY - GROUPS AND CLUBS

WEDNESDAY

12th Haywards Heath Rainbows, For girls aged 5-7 years. Meet Wednesdays 4.30pm-5.45pm (term time only) Haywards Heath United Reformed Church Hall, 55 South Rd, Haywards Heath. 01444 233 825 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Ansty Garden Club, Last Wednesday of the month at 7.45pm at Ansty Village Hall, Deaks Lane, Ansty, West Sussex, RH17 5AS. Suzanne Mace (Secretary) 01444 459151 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Lindfield Badminton Club - Wednesdays 7.30 – 10pm Oathall Community College, Haywards Heath. Men’s, Mixed and Ladies’ teams in local leagues - www.freewebs.com/lindfield Secretary 01444 453559 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Youth Club, Albemarle Centre, ages 15+ Wednesday evening - 7pm - 9pm, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Silver and Gold age 15+ Contact Sarah on 01444 450492.

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THURSDAY

Adventurers Art Club A club for anyone interested in art. 7.30pm-9.30pm (term time) Venue: Cuckfield Old School, Cuckfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 5JZ - www.adventurersart.co.uk -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Ardingly Choral Society Non-audition choir, please contact for more information.

7.30pm (term time) - 01273 831264 . Venue: Ardingly College Music School, Ardingly, West Sussex, RH17 6SQ -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Ardingly Evening Women’s Institute, Third Thursday of the month at 7.45pm Venue: Ardingly Village Hall, Hapstead Hall, Ardingly, Haywards Heath, West Sussex.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Warden Park Badminton Park 8pm - 10pm at Warden Park Badminton School Cuckfield, Men & Woman with previous experience and of a reasonable standard. 01444 471002 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Youth Club, Albemarle Centre, ages 11 -14 , Thursday evening - 6.45pm to 8.45pm Duke of Edinburgh Open Award Centre training Contact Sarah on 01444 450492.

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FRIDAY

Sight VI Readers Group, A reading (book) and discussion group for visually impaired people. 3rd Friday of the month 10.30am-12.00noon (except Aug and Dec) Contact Tel 01444 450947 The Yews Centre, 55 Boltro Rd, Haywards Heath, RH16 1BJ -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Balcombe Flower Club, Last Friday of the month (except Aug & Dec) Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 6HP. www.balcombevillage.co.uk ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Bumpy ride this morning?

View blocked by dumped rubbish?

Potholes and fly tipping are just two of the street faults that can be reported via the website www.FixMyStreet.com, along with vandalism, graffiti, dog fouling and many other common community issues.

While most of us know that the council are responsible for fixing these things, we may not know which council, let alone which department in which council.

With FixMyStreet, all you have to do is locate the problem on a map, and select a category: the site then sends it off to the right place to get it fixed.

All reports are published on the site, as well as being sent to the council. Browsing your own postcode can be interesting, as you soon learn what the persistent problems are in your area, and whether or not they are being fixed.

There’s also the opportunity to discuss individual reports in the comments section.

FixMyStreet comes from the UK not-for-profit organisation mySociety, and is one of its longest-running and most-used services.

It is just one of several projects aimed at making it easier for citizens to get things changed in their own community.

So, next time you see something that needs fixing, be it a broken paving slab or a flickering streetlight, all you need to remember is FixMyStreet.com.

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Days Gone By

We’re now in the FOURTH month of running our Days Gone By feature with the help of Danehill Parish Historical Society – something so many of you have told us you’re enjoying!

Did you recognise last month’s local landmark? Beady eyes among you will have noticed it was The Red Lion in Chelwood Gate!

Don’t worry if you didn’t though – there’s always this month’s to spot! Where do you think this is? All will be revealed next month…

Don’t worry if you didn’t, here’s another chance to get spotting! The location will be listed in next month’s issue.

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This year Rockinghorse have again teamed up with Hamilton Studios to try and raise even more money.

Every year approximately 2,300 babies are delivered at the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath.

Rockinghorse's official SCBU (Special Care Baby Unit) fund helps provide better facilities for the hundreds of premature babies that are transferred there each year. Located on the 2nd floor of the hospital, SCBU is designed to look after babies who do not require intensive care post-delivery, but aren’t deemed wellenough to go home straight away.

This year Rockinghorse have again teamed up with Hamilton Studios to try and raise even more money.

Please call Hamilton Studios today on 01342 323066 for more information and to book your photo session.

For a minimum donation of just £30 to Rockinghorse via Hamilton Studios, the studio will give you a free photo shoot and one unframed 10”x 8” print from that shoot. The shoot can be of a new baby right up to a big multi generation portrait, or even just the family dog!

Let’s help raise some much needed funds and create some wonderful memories of your family at the same time. www.hamiltonstudios.com www.rockinghorse.org.uk

In 2013 Hamilton Studios in East Grinstead raised £1000 for the unit. This was the first donation ever made to the unit and has helped to buy some much needed new cots. The vital work of this amazing unit continues everyday and we need to raise even more money to give the new babies of Sussex the best care possible.

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The Power of Performance Classes

While many children may wish to take up dance, acting or music classes with the hope of becoming the next Beyoncé, Brad Pitt or Ed Sheeran; it’s believed that these fun, performance-based activities can actually boost a child’s other skills, including reading, listening and self-confidence.

“My child lacked confidence and found it hard to interact with others,” one local mum tells us. “While she was shy and a little overwhelmed by starting her ballet class, at first, she now can’t wait to go and see her new friends.

The improvement we’ve seen in her – not only with A variety of studies have shown her communication, but also with attention and that expressive arts classes positive attitude, has also attribute to improving definitely made a difference.” creativity, self-esteem and team-working skills; vital Jill McGrogan from Bullfrog must-haves for on-going Productions, also agrees: development. “children come to us with little confidence and However, with many schools communication skills but running limited – or no – I have seen these kids get performance-based lessons, parents are placing importance up on stage during our productions smiling and on enrolling their children singing and asking Mum and for creative extra-curricular activities; such as dance, drama, Dad; 'Can I do it again please?!’ gymnastics and music.

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They love being part of a group with the same interests and soon make many new friends.”

“Seeing young people blossom as they discover new-found confidence is wonderful. The performing arts definitely helps with their life skills and we have had numerous comments from parents and teachers about how they are more communicative, happy and outgoing since joining our group.”

With so many great local performance groups, available for your child to join, the hardest thing will be for them to choose just one!

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New life to each and every person that walks through their doors.

They help to take away some of the stresses of trying to conceive, advising on the challenges faced along the way. Taking time to look at past medical histories, advising on tests and treatments such as immunological testing. They’ll guide and support you through the process of pregnancy. Their The time of year of new life is coming. The fields will be filling aim is help make that journey to become a new parent an with small bouncy lambs. enjoyable one.

As humans we put ourselves How about trying through all sorts of stresses when thinking about bringing hypnotherapy, counselling or a similar talking therapy? new life into this world.

Women’s bodies go through We should never be afraid of a some amazing changes but chat with someone, whether it’s are well adapted to deal with a friend, fertility professional, or the challenge. Most women a therapist. Don’t feel like you’re not only carry this new life the only one. around for nine months, they are dealing with the stresses of work, of daily life and those So when you’re next walking along, watching the smallest inevitable emotions too. bud peeping up through the We want to give our bodies earth, remember nature has the best chance possible to challenged it all along the provide the perfect place for way. But with the right help it that new life to develop. blossomed, as will you.

Sometimes the stress of trying for a baby and not succeeding Don’t stay hidden below the surface. There are a lot can also be emotionally of great fertility clinics, friends draining. How about allowing the professionals to give you a and therapists around ready to lend that helping hand. helping hand along the way.

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The true cost of a kitchen So you’re planning to fit a new kitchen.

But how do you ensure value for money?

Here’s the lowdown on where to start, what to look for and all the questions to ask.

By Katherine Sorrell.

Designing your kitchen Using an architect or interior designer is the most expensive option. Check whether they price per hour or for the job, and what’s included – from simple outline sketches, to detailed drawings, assistance with planning applications, specifying suppliers, appointing contractors and supervising the entire process. At the other end of the scale, you could design it yourself for free, as well as source all components such as units, worktops and appliances. Remember that this will mean managing the project every step of the way.

Many people go for the middle option of using their kitchen supplier’s design and installation service. If you’re asked to take your own measurements, be careful: even in a new-build, walls are not always true and the surfaces flat.

Take at least three measurements at floor, work-surface and wall unit height, and work to the smallest width.

Alternatively, if you are using a mid-range or luxury kitchen supplier, you may be asked to pay a few hundred pounds for them to measure up and produce a set of drawings specific to your room.

Comparing prices What’s included when you buy a kitchen?

It varies widely, from a basic delivery of flat-packed cupboards to an all-encompassing service.

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When comparing prices, ensure that you know exactly what you’re buying – a cheap option can cost considerably more if you end up paying for extra work. Ask the right questions. Will they dispose of existing fittings? Prepare plumbing and electrical work? Carry out associated building work?

Fit floor and wall finishes? What about final decorating, electrical work and other carpentry such as shelving? Who will fit worktops, sinks, taps, appliances and extras such as plate racks and knife holders? Is there a guarantee and after-sales service?

Checking for quality The main difference between buying an off-the-shelf kitchen from one of the budget suppliers and a pricier kitchen from a mid-price or luxury supplier is that the former will give you machine-made units that come off a factory line, whereas the latter offer hand-built cupboards by cabinet-makers. Machine-made units are not necessarily poor quality, though they will have “plant-on” doors that sit in front of the frame, rather than “in-frame” doors, which are individually made to fit perfectly inside their frames.

to check their fitting after a few months.

Veneered doors are usually cheaper, and are considered easier to maintain. Check whether painted doors are machinesprayed, or painted by hand with a brush.

Worktops Very cheap laminate worktops can burn, scratch and wear out quickly.

High-pressure laminates are more durable than low-pressure ones; check that the underside is sealed to prevent water damage from appliances beneath. In a more luxurious kitchen package, you’ll be offered solid wood, granite, man-made solid surfaces (such as Corian) or even glass or concrete. They’re more expensive, but they will last longer and look better.

Hinges Poor hinges are usually made from thin metal and will wear so thin that the doors hang unevenly. While many people are happy with good quality Blum or Blumstyle hinges (concealed, adjustable and available in a variety of specifications), solid brass butts are better. Check whether hinges open through a complete 180 degree angle.

Doors

Carcasses

Solid-wood doors with traditional mortise and tenon joints are often considered the highest quality. In-frame doors may expand and contract with the humidity (though the thicker they are, the less chance there is of this). A good supplier will offer an after-sales service

Top-of-the-range carcasses are made of solid wood. Next-level-down ones are usually made from plywood or MDF veneer, while cheaper ones are made from chipboard, sometimes with just hardboard backs. Check the thickness of the chipboard – 18-20mm is a good guide.

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HOMES

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If you want your garden full of colour, interest, perfume and perhaps even tasty crops, there’s no doubt that the least expensive way to do it is to raise your plants from seed. But what can be done to ensure the results in the garden are just as impressive?

Start with a little self-restraint.

It’s all too easy to buy enough seed to fill a tennis court when you have an average-sized garden. Make a list of what you actually need and put a limit on how many un-planned purchases you’ll allow yourself.

Think about sharing. Each packet of seed often contains tens or even hundreds of seeds, so why not agree to swap a few with friends and relatives. This will not only save you money, but will also maximise the range of plants you can grow without increasing your outlay.

Don’t be tempted to sow too many seeds at one time. By sowing little and often you’ll maximise flower time of annual flowers and cropping time for vegetables and herbs. It also means that if the conditions are not right for germination on one occasion, all is not lost.

You may not need to buy what you want. Collect seed from your garden or from gardens of friends and neighbours, making sure that the plants are healthy and that they’re ready and ripe or they won’t germinate. Seeds labelled as ‘F1’ will produce flowers whose seeds will not ‘come true’, meaning that the offspring will not be the same as the original plant and will often be less productive. Try to harvest the seed when the plants and the weather are dry, remove any bits of plant debris and allow them to dry off naturally, not becoming too warm or cold. If you can’t sow the seeds immediately, make sure you store them, well labelled, in a cool, dry place.

A small heated or even un-heated propagator can help you reliably raise a far wider range of plants from seed. Choose one which is sturdily built and has proper ventilation in the clear plastic lid, otherwise seedlings may die on hot days. We stock some of the lovely UK-made Stewart propagators at www.pippagreenwood.com.

Seeds do best if not sown too closely, and by sowing thinly you’ll also save yourself time and money.

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Wider spacing makes for less thinning out but if you do have to thin out a bit, remember that most seedlings will perform well if looked after properly.

Many herbaceous perennials can successfully be divided into several new plants. Indeed most herbaceous plants do better when occasionally divided as the plant does not become so congested and you can dispose of the grotty bits and plant the good sections into fresh soil.

Many plants are also easily propagated from cuttings, and over the next few weeks, you could get some great cuttings from summer favourites such as fuchsias for virtually no cost at all. They’ll be flowering later this year too.

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Lemon Chicken with Tabbouleh Serves 4 - Ready in 45 Mins This is a great way to turn very economical chicken portions into a delicious Mediterranean-style supper. If you have time, make the tabbouleh a few hours in advance to let the flavours fully develop.

Ingredients 1 lemon, thinly sliced 4 large chicken thigh portions (or 8 small thigh portions) 4 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp clear honey, warmed 225g bulgar wheat (see tip) ½ cucumber, finely diced 4 spring onions, trimmed and finely chopped 2 tbsp fresh chopped mint 2 tbsp fresh chopped coriander Salt and freshly ground black pepper

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Preheat the oven to 190C, 375F, Gas 5. Push a lemon slice under the skin of each chicken thigh. Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a frying pan and fry the chicken over a medium-high heat until golden brown all over.

Transfer to a shallow roasting tin and arrange the rest of the lemon slices around the chicken.

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Mix together 1 tbsp of the lemon juice with the honey and pour over the chicken.

Roast for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

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Meanwhile, place the bulgar wheat into a bowl and pour over enough boiling water to cover. Leave for 30 minutes until grains are soft. Stir well and drain off any excess water.

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Stir in the rest of the olive oil and lemon juice and season with plenty of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add the cucumber, spring onions, mint and coriander and mix well.

Serve the hot roast chicken on the tabbouleh with any juices from the roasting tin poured over.

Tip: Bulgar wheat is a type of wheat grain that has been parboiled, dried then finely crushed. It is similar to couscous but has more texture and bite. You’ll find it in most large supermarkets or health food shops.

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