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Hello everyone and welcome to our February issue!

The period after Chrismas is a busy time for everyone, getting the house back together after Christmas, taking down the decorations and clearing out the cupboards of any left-over festive goodies, not to mention finding space for all those presents!

I don’t know about you, but whenever I take my Christmas tree and decorations down, for a few weeks after the room seems somewhat bare, and it’s usually around the end of January I get the itch to decorate, or re-arrange my living space!

If this resonates with you then take a look at our Homes article this month in which Katharine coaches us on how to be our own interior designer.

For anyone who has already fallen off the wagon with their resolution to get fit, we’ve also got a great article on exercising for health to re-invigorate you!

Although it only feels like the festive period has just ended it won’t be long before it’s half term! If the kids have already fallen out of love with their presents then we’ve got some tips for combatting boredom at half term.

Finally, if you’d like the chance to win £100 of M&S vouchers, complete our short reader survey within our pages this month. You can do it online too which is even quicker and doesn’t require a stamp! (www.rhuncovered.co.uk/readersurvey2015) See you all next month!

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Local Pilot Launches Children’s Books:

Meet Pilot Ollie and Pilot Polly!

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or many of us (especially in our younger years), the idea of being a pilot is very exciting indeed – can you imagine flying a plane and jetting off on a far flung adventure?

The Pilot Ollie and Pilot Polly series, are all based on the illustrated character’s “amazing adventures” around the world and aim to not only educate, but also inspire children to travel.

One local pilot, Rob Johnson, who grew up in Crawley Down and now lives in Piltdown, Uckfield, has just self-published his very own children’s books; all inspired by the questions his own children have asked him, about his trips.

“The book idea is based on the stories I used to tell my two children when I came back from a trip,” the British Airways Airbus A320 Captain, explained. “They always wanted to know where I’d been, what I’d seen and what I’d had for dinner. I wrote a few of the stories down but never thought of publishing them.”

“One evening over a glass of wine or two, I was talking to my neighbour about the stories.

He loved the idea and persuaded me to publish them. The conventional route of using agents and publishing houses was too expensive so we decided to self-publish. We started the company Plane Characters Limited and the rest is history.”

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Continued from page 6 “My aim with the books is to take the children on a journey, share the experiences I have been lucky enough to have had, inspire them to fly and travel and subtly educate them about pilots, weather, flags, foods and famous places,” Rob, who is also a governor at Fletching Primary School, where his two children are pupils, says.

“Having done numerous school visits I love watching their faces light up when I talk with them about flying and travel.”

The beautifully illustrated books are focused on those aged eight years and below, with hidden objects to find and use of high frequency words that reception through to year two children will be able to read and that those in year three and year four, will be able to read, unaided.

He has just finished Pilot Polly’s Amazing Adventures New York too, with plenty more stories in the pipeline. The company are also creating personalised story books incorporating your choice of child’s name into the story – a great Christmas gift idea!

Of course, one question we just had to pose to the experienced pilot was: which does he find scarier; flying a plane or hearing no holds barred feedback from young readers?

Guess which one he opted for?

“This Friday I am doing a talk in a school,” Rob told us, when we spoke to him back in October.

“Over a couple of hours I will have an audience of 240 kids. This scares me way more than anything to do with flying. In fact there is nothing about flying that scares me. I even enjoy a bit of turbulence!”

Rob currently has three books; Pilot Ollie and Pilot Polly Come Fly With Us, Pilot Polly’s Amazing To find out more about Pilot Ollie and Adventures Madrid and Pilot Ollie’s Amazing Pilot Polly and for free colouring in downloads, Adventures Rome, all on sale on Amazon, as well as visit: www.planecharacters.com. in Uckfield’s Sussex Stationers, The Bookshop in East Grinstead and The Mint House Shop in Hurstpierpoint.

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By Royal Appointment…

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rawley resident Glen Jones has had a varied life working in the Royal Navy (and serving in the first Gulf War), then joining Surrey’s Fire Service and later becoming a police officer, working in armed response.

With years of combined service and three commendations for bravery and silver and gold jubilee medals, firmly under his belt, Glen decided to make the move to get more involved with one of his lifetime passions: rugby.

It was his latest venture that resulted in the father-of-two being invited to attend a reception at Buckingham Palace, held by the Queen.

The rugby-enthusiast has worked hard to encourage 16-24 year olds, especially, to keep playing the sport. As well as being appointed the Director of Rugby at Haywards Heath Rugby Football Club (the club’s first and only full time position!), last year- a role which sees him getting involved with local schools, Glen also works for premiership club Harlequins as a Community Coach, is a coach at Christ’s Hospital School in Horsham and a Coach Educator for Rugby Football Union.

In late 2015, Glen was invited to Buckingham Palace for his extensive work within youth rugby, something, he told us, came as a bit of a surprise: “I was told about my invite, firstly over the phone but then this really posh invite arrived in the mail.

I’ve kept it to frame because I doubt I will ever get an invite from the Queen to come for tea ever again!” he laughs.

“The evening included all the teams who had made the quarter finals of the Rugby World Cup, tournament officials and a ‘who’s who’ of the rugby world,” Glen explains.

“HM The Queen hosted with Prince Phillip, Princess Anne and Prince Harry in attendance. I was invited as a thank you for the work I have been involved in with the Rugby Football Union, particularly keeping the 16 - 24 year old age bracket playing the game.”

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“I got to say ‘Good evening’ to the Queen, but it was Princess Anne who I got to speak with at great length. She was amazing, down to earth and clearly knows her rugby!”

As part of his new role at Haywards Heath RFC, Glen visits schools within the surrounding areas to give taster sessions, for both boys and girls. “The idea then is for anyone in these schools to come to Heath to take their rugby further,” he says.

The club, which saw numbers sadly decline a few years ago, is now very much on the rise again – thanks to Glen, the board and their hardworking volunteers and boasts the largest youth section in Mid-Sussex. With someone as clearly passionate as Glen, on board, we’re sure this will only continue!

If you, or your child would like to know more about the club visit: www.pitchero.com/clubs/haywardsheath.

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Party for Pensioners!

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ou may remember that in our December issue, we chatted to the East Grinstead and District Lions about their festive fundraising plans – including hearing about how their raffle ticket sales ensure that the anticipated senior citizens party takes place, each year.

We’re pleased to confirm, that once again, the hard working group (with thanks to you!) have raised enough money to hold yet another celebratory party for our town’s swanky senior citizens; taking place on Saturday 20th February.

Each annual get-together sees up to two-hundred residents enjoy entertainment and a light tea and this year’s party, hopes to be the biggest yet.

The festivities will take place at Sackville School, from 12pm and will see the main hall laid out in celebratory style. All of those invited will be treated to homemade sandwiches and cakes (made by Lions members and their wives!), jelly and lots of tea. There will also be very special performance from Copthorne Players.

Our local Guides group will also be partaking in the day, by assisting guests to their seats and giving out glasses of wine, while Town Mayor, Dick Sweatman, will be attending to enjoy the atmosphere, chat to party-goers and hand out gifts, before home-time.

The Lions will, as usual, be transporting invited senior citizens to and from the event.

We hope all involved have a brilliant time!

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id you know that 41% of people questioned for the Community Life Survey said they had volunteered within the previous year? With 27% saying that they volunteered at least once a month?

If you would like to volunteer your time or skills, but just haven’t got around to it yet; be sure to head down to East Grinstead Library on Saturday 20th February, between 10am-1pm for a Volunteer Fair, with a range of exciting local voluntary opportunities.

“For the last two years East Grinstead Library have kindly hosted a volunteer fair in February - an opportunity for local charities and community groups to showcase the different ways that people can get more involved in their community.” Sue Edgson, Volunteer Co-ordinator for Horsham and Mid Sussex Voluntary Action, who organise the

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fair, says. “Last year there were 368 enquiries from people looking to volunteer!”

The list of local charities and community groups signed up for the fair include: Girl Guiding, East Grinstead Museum, Age UK and HomeStart.

“Volunteering opportunities are many and varied: helping in a charity shop, leading a walking group, helping with fundraising, hosting a tea party for isolated older people, gardening, helping at a youth group, mentoring a young person, presenting a show on community radio,” Sue told us.

“By volunteering your time you will help your community, make new friends, build your confidence, learn new skills and have fun.

Hope to see you at the East Grinstead Volunteer Fair at East Grinstead Library on Saturday 20th February from 10am – 1pm!”

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Join the Chestnut to Paris Cycle Ride and make every pedal count Chestnut Tree House, the children’s hospice for Sussex, are looking for enthusiastic people who enjoy a challenge, to help raise vital funds to provide care both at the hospice and in the local community.

From 6th – 9th October 2016, join Chestnut’s cycle team riding 200 miles through rolling English countryside and the breath-taking panoramas of Northern France as you head towards the spectacular finish line in the heart of Paris.

This twist on the classic London to Paris route will be a tough test of determination and endurance, but together with the rest of the team, you can make every pedal count for each child being cared for by Chestnut Tree House.

For more information or to register your place call the Events Team on 01903 706354 or visit www.chestnut-tree-house.org.uk/cycle.

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COMMUNITY MONDAY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Natural History Society - meet at 7.45pm on the third Monday of the month from Sep to June (at St Barnabus Church Hall, East Grinstead for talks on a variety of subjects. Terriss Bacon 01342 315051 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Bowling Club - Very friendly club with regular matches and weekly club events, and coaching available. Meetings on Mondays and Fridays. Micky Bushell - 01342 311537 www.Eastgrinsteadbowlingclub.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------HELP Centre Literacy Project - offers tuition and help for children and adults in basic reading, writing and maths as well as how to study. Service is free and provided for those who can’t afford tuition but who need it. 59 Railway Approach, East Grinstead, RH19 1BT. 01342 317417. 4-6pm, 7-9pm ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Branch of the Embroiderers' Guild - Meets on the 3rd Monday of the month (except Aug & Dec.) We enjoy talks, visiting speakers, workshops and stitch mornings.

We meet 10am-12 noon at Jubilee Community Centre, Charlwoods Rd, East Grinstead RH19 2HL. Please contact Margaret 01444 242422 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Forest Row Buddhist Group - every Monday during term times 7.45-9.45pm (donations welcome) 2 meditation sessions, short talk, tea and a discussion for more information call Sundari Heller 01342 823099 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Felbridge Badminton Club - Play at East Grinstead Sports Club, Saint Hill Road. Juniors 6.30-7.30pm (both sessions with fully qualified coach), Seniors follow till 10.30pm. Currently seeking juniors for our Monday beginners/improvers session. Contact Corinne 01342 322071 or www.pitchero.com/clubs/felbridgebadmintonclub ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------RH7 History Group - Covering RH7 areas, Meets Mondays, alternate months, from 7.30pm at Lingfield & Dormansland Community Centre. Talks on local & topical subjects. www.rh7.org Felicity Pool, Secretary 01342 832519 or felicitypool01@gmail.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead & District Lions Club - We are seeking new members!

First Monday (providing it is not a Bank Holiday)of each month at the British Legion Club, Station Rd, East Grinstead at 8pm. Visitors are welcome and should contact the Club Secretary Rob Holwell on 0845 833 9506 . In addition to fund raising we have an active social life, so it is not all work and no play.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead VIP Club - meets at Swanmead AgeUK on the 2nd Monday of the month at 11am for coffee and a home cooked lunch. We go out in the afternoon for tea to various places and seaside in the summer etc. Transport is provided.

Contact: Joan Reese 01342 323260 or Ria Velterop 01342 458125 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Dormansland Short Mat Bowls Club - Meet 2-4pm every Monday afternoon at the Memorial Hall , Dormansland (by the crossroads). Small friendly club keen to welcome new members, try before you join in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Further details from Lyn Maggs (secretary) 01342 834744.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Colemans Hatch Bowling Club - Join us on Mondays(2.30 p.m.) and Thursdays (5.00 p.m.) to try this inexpensive, active but relaxing sport. Dress code is casual; just bring flat-soled shoes. Bowls provided. Carol Beamond 01342 823674 carolbeamond@hotmail.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Felbridge Bowling Club - (Oak Farm Place, Crawley Down Road, Felbridge) come along and try bowls on Monday’s from 2:00 pm or Thursday evening from 6:00 pm.

Coaching available. All equipment provided just bring some flat soled shoes. We are a friendly mixed club and always welcome new members, either complete novices or experienced bowlers. For further details please contact our Secretary, Colin Brewer, on 01342 322818 or 07742 933456 or email him at colinbrew@aol.com.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Isle of Thorns Bowls Club - Join our very friendly club on Monday (2.00 p.m.) and Thursday (6.00 p.m.) to play a relaxing game of bowls in the beautiful Ashdown forest. No experience necessary and coaching available. We are at Lewes Road, Chelwood Gate, on the Ashdown Forest. Contact Barbara Bird: 01342 323861 www.iotbowls.co.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------TUESDAY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Old Time Dance Club - Teaching and dancing every Tuesday 2pm – 4pm st. Mary’s church Hall, Windmill Lane, East Grinstead.

First session free - very friendly group. All welcome. Phone 01737 644 312 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Imberwood Badminton Club - Plays on Tuesday evenings in an excellent purpose-built sports hall at Brambletye School, nr East Grinstead. Phone Dennis 01342 713207 or www.imberwood.co.uk ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Lingfield & Dormansland Womens' Fellowship - Meetings every fortnight in the Community Centre, Lingfield at 8pm. Why not come & join us. 01342 832755 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Probus Club of East Grinstead - organised for men retired from their profession or business wishing to maintain a social network. Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the East Grinstead Sports Club at 10.00 am for coffee, speaker, and optional bar lunch.

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---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sackville Lacemakers - Meet alternative Tuesday evenings 7.30 - 9.30pm at East Court Mansion, East Court, East Grinstead. If you make lace (or would like to know how), knit, crochet, embroider or sew. Contact Jo Visser on 01342 328751 or Lynda Brown on 01342 311906 for more details.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Scottish Country Dance Society - Welcome you to come along to Sackville School, Lewes Road on Tuesday s from 8pm to 10pm (September to May). The first evening is free. For further information contact Linda on 01342 300843.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Folk Dance Club - Alternate Tuesdays 8-10pm, September - July for dancing at Trinity Methodist Church, Lingfield Road, RH19 2HA. Folk dance for fun and fitness.

For information 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.

Contact Brian 01342 321636, Alex 01342 717966 or Ray 01342 324016 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Chess Club - meets every Tuesday at 7.30pm at Swan Mead Centre. We are a small friendly club with two Teams entered in the Mid Sussex league. Please contact Bob Dyke on 01342 822058 or just turn up!

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Macular Group - Helping People with Central Vision Loss meet on the 1st Tuesday of every month at Glen Vue Centre, Railway Approach, East Grinstead 2pm till 4pm. Our group leader will be delighted to give you further information - Margaret Baitup 01342 321249 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Stamp & Postcard Club - Meets at Chequer Mead Arts Centre, De la Warr Road, East Grinstead on the first and third tuesday of most months, at 7.30pm. Visiting speakers give displays at most meetings, and there are two auctions a year among other "club" based activities. Visitors are always welcome. Further details may be obtained from the secretary: 01342 327554.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Ukulele Club - Ukulele players of all abilities are welcome to come along and sing, strum & socialise. We meet alternate Tuesdays upstairs at The Dorset Arms on High Street, East Grinstead. For more info please find us on facebook or call Mike Davids on 01342 300344 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Link-Up club for the over 60’s - The 3rd Tuesday in the month – 10.30-1.30 pm. Come along for tea ,coffee and fun activity followed by lunch – £3. Meet at Jubilee Community Centre, Charlwoods Rd, East Grinstead. For info - Claire on (01342) 328334.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Target Shooting Club - meets Tuesdays and Fridays from 8:00pm at the East Court Range. Suitable for all ages and both sexes over 14.

Kit provided. Contact Chairman Graham Rowcroft on 07788 615080 or Secretary Malcolm Brain on 07921 214569 for further details and to make an appointment.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Rotary Club of East Grinstead - Meet Tuesday evenings at 6pm at the Brambletye Hotel in Forest Row. We raise money for Rotary and local charitable causes while enjoying the fellowship of other like minded people. A modest meal at 6.15pm is followed by a speaker on a general, topical or charitable interest. Contact Brian 01342 321636, Alex 01342 717966 or Ray 01342 324016 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The East Grinstead Wine Circle - meets on the 3rd Tuesday in the month at Eastcourt, East Grinstead. Our evenings are sociable and friendly.

For further info please contact Gary on 01342 313209 or Liz on 01342 323970.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WEDNESDAY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Flower Arranging Club - East Grinstead Flower Arranging Club Meeting on the first Wednesday each month for demonstration of floral arrangements, raffle and free tea/coffee at Central Sussex College, Queens Road, East Grinstead. 7.15 for 7.45 p.m. Members competition 4 times a year,also socials and workshops a very friendly group, Visitors £5 .More details contact:- Vivien Crook 01342 328176.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------St Richard's Badminton Club - friendly, independent club playing at Milton Mount Hall, Pound Hill Wednesday evenings from Sep to June. 01293 531826 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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COMMUNITY The Meridian Probus Club of East Grinstead - The Meridian Probus Club of East Grinstead for retired professional or business men meets locally 10.15am second Wednesday every month, coffee, interesting talk, optional pub lunch. New members welcome. Call 01342 323098.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Horticultural Society - Meets at 7:30pm on the Second Wednesday of the month in the Old Court House, East Court (next to the Police Station) We have speakers on a variety of topics. 01342 326894 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Branch of the Women’s Section of The British Legion - meets on the 1st Wednesday each month in the RBL HQ, Station Rd (opposite the fire station) at 10.30am.

Our aim is to raise money for the widows and children of military personnel. 01342 823401 or email - maggyeg@fsmail.net ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Soroptimists - an international women’s service organisation. Meetings on the first and third Wednesday of each month at East Court Mansion, College Lane, East Grinstead, RH19 3LT at 8.00 pm. Local and international projects, speakers and fund-raising activities. Contact Janet Vanderhook: 01273 812473.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Friendly Ladies Badminton Group -Wednesday mornings 10.30 am to 12.30 pm Ashurst Wood Village Hall. Contact Jean 01342 822516 or Sue 01342 825185.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Meditation Class - meets fortnightly on Wednesdays at 7-9pm.

Chequer Mead Arts Centre. See how meditation can reduce stress and improve health.

Admission free, Donations welcome. Contact Maeve: 01342-302761 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Meditation Evening - Wednesdays fortnightly – 7pm to 9pm at the Chequer Mead Community Arts Centre, East Grinstead. This evening is open to all who wish to reduce stress, experience calmness in their lives, and increase their energy levels. Admission free, Donations welcome. Call Maeve on 07917318628 or maeve@ukpranichealing.net ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The East Grinstead Art society - meets twice/month, 2nd, 4th Wednesdays, 1400-1600, St Swithun’s Church Hall, (St Swithun's Close, RH19 3AZ).

Visitors welcome £3/meeting. Contact: Wendy 01342 311093 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Spinners - 1st and 2nd Wednesday of the month.

2pm-4pm at - St Mary's Hall, Windmill Lane, East Grinstead, RH192DS. Small friendly group, all levels of skill welcome - Visitors £3. Programme on egspin.org.uk or wsd.org.uk/guilds, or contact Stephanie 01825 731930.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead RSPB local group - meet on the last Wednesday of each month from September to June, excluding December, at 8pm in the Main Hall, East Court, East Grinstead.

Illustrated talks normally on bird related subjects.

Contact Lesley Berry 01342 324955.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Dormansland Short Mat Bowls Club - Meet 10-12 every Wednesday morning at Dormansland Memorial Hall (at the crossroads). We are looking for new members to join us in a relaxed friendly atmosphere, and welcome you to try before you join. Details from Lyn Maggs (secretary) 01342 834744.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sussex Linux User Group - Meets at 7pm on 4th Wednesday of every month (except Dec) at The Holbrook Sports Club, North Heath Lane, Horsham, RH12 5PJ. The Holbrook charges £3 to non members, and there are bar facilities for curries and burgers. Free parking and wifi. Meet up in bar first and then transfer to our own meeting room and chat about Linux. Bring your questions.

Contact Fay on 07712 2229130.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Meridian Rotary Club -Meets every Wednesday at 7.30pm.

Dorset Arms, 58 High Street, East Grinstead. Tel: 01342 316363.

Email: info@meridianrotary.co.uk Web: www.meridianrotaary.co.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Flower Club - Meets on the first Wednesday of each month at the Central Sussex College, Queens Road, East Grinstead, at 7.15 for 7.45 p.m.

Visitors are very welcome to a friendly club at £5 per meeting.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THURSDAY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Adult Swimmers Club - Meets at the Olympus Centre, East Grinstead on Thursday mornings during term time. 2 sessions; 9-10am & 10-11am Swim at your own pace, fast or slow! 01342 712835 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Tadpoles Swimming Club - A Swimming Club for the disabled, we meet every Thursday night at the Kings Centre in East Grinstead from 8 till 9pm. We have members with various disabilities and learning disabilities.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Choral Society - We rehearse from 7.30pm until 9.45pm on Thursdays in the Jubilee Community Centre, Charlwoods Road, East Grinstead. Performs at least four concerts a year and plus social events, inc. tours home and abroad. www.egcs.co.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Camera Club - Meetings held on Thursday at 8pm until 10 pm from 10th September at the Jubilee Community Centre in Charlwoods Rd, East Grinstead, at 7.30pm for an 8.00pm start finishing at around 10.00pm. Contact Peter Bishop on 01342 327548, email egcc.info@yahoo.co.uk, web - www.egcc.org -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Colemans Hatch Bowling Club - Join us on Mondays(2.30 p.m.) and Thursdays(5.00 p.m.) to try this inexpensive, active but relaxing sport. Dress code is casual; just bring flat-soled shoes. Bowls provided. Carol Beamond 01342 823674 carolbeamond@hotmail.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------NHS Retirement Fellowship - East Grinstead Branch - The club meets on the first Thursday of month at 2pm, St Swithuns church hall. Call Lesley 01342 327052 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Meridian Bridge Club - We play on Thursday afternoons from 1.30 to 5.00 pm in the Meridian Hall, East Grinstead. 01342 822791.Charlwoods Badminton Club - friendly club playing at Jubilee Community Centre, Charlwoods Road, East Grinstead. Thursday evenings 89.30pm. Contact Jill on 01342 312522 for more information.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Felbridge Bowling Club - (Oak Farm Place, Crawley Down Road, Felbridge) come along and try bowls on Monday’s from 2:00 pm or Thursday evening from 6:00 pm.

Coaching available. All equipment provided just bring some flat soled shoes. We are a friendly mixed club and always welcome new members, either complete novices or experienced bowlers. For further details please contact our Secretary, Colin Brewer, on 01342 322818 or 07742 933456 or email him at colinbrew@aol.com.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Lingfield Youth Band - we practice Thursday 6.30pm - 7.30pm instrument and teaching provided £ 1 a week term time. Call Julie 01342 833400 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Lingfield Silver Band - we practice Thursday 7.45pm-9.45pm New members welcome,and instruments are provided. Call Julie 01342 833400 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Isle of Thorns Bowls Club - Join our very friendly club on Monday (2.00 p.m.) and Thursday (6.00 p.m.) to play a relaxing game of bowls in the beautiful Ashdown forest. No experience necessary and coaching available. We are at Lewes Road, Chelwood Gate, on the Ashdown Forest. Contact Barbara Bird: 01342 323861 www.iotbowls.co.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FRIDAY ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Shortmat Bowls Club - We meet every Friday 2.30 - 4.430 at Ashurst Wood Village Centre which has good facilities for the disabled, and plenty of parking. £2.50 per session. You are very welcome to come and try us out, we can lend you bowls, just wear flat shoes. foe more details ring Marilyn on 01432 322830.

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St. Mary's Church Hall, Windmill Lane, East Grinstead RH19 2DT - Phone Wendy 01737 644 312 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sackville Lacemakers - We meet one Saturday a month from 10 am- 4pm at East Court Mansion, East Court, East Grinstead. If you make lace (or would like to learn), knit, crochet, embroider or sew and would like to join us and learn a new skill, contact Jo Visser on 01342 328751 or Lynda Brown on 01342 311906 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Forest Row Orchestra - We rehearse every Saturday from 09.00 to 10.30 hours at Forest Row Junior School during term time. New players are always welcome if Grade IV or above.

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Call Marion 01342 312824 or shustermarion@hotmail.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------VARIOUS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Free Healthy Walks on Ashdown Forest - Varied walks nr Ashdown Forest and surround villages and countryside. Short walks of an hour, no need to book just turn up. For info: Paula Hubens 07740 899559 / p.hubens@tcv.org.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------East Grinstead Food Bank open at the Jubilee Community Centre, Charlwoods Road: Mon 1.00 pm to 3.00 pm - Wed 10.00 am to 12.00 pm Fri 1.00 pm to 3.00 pm - A telephone service will operate on Bank Holidays.

Contact us on info@eastgrinstead.foodbank.org.uk or call 07983 209940 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Lingfield Running Club - meet on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. We welcome and cater for runners of all abilities. For more info: Call Paul on 01342 312163 or visit www.lingfieldrunningclub.co.uk ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bloomin'Arts - Monday and Wednesday - 6.30 pm to 8 pm Dance for Health for adults with learning disabilities in the Lingfield area.

Contact 01342836785 for more info or go to www.bloomin-arts.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sackville Masonic Lodge - East Grinstead - meets eight times a year and welcomes existing or potential new members, for more detailed information contact sackvillelodge@outlook.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Skilled in the art of contouring, her make-up artist cleverly uses cosmetics to emphasis particular parts of her face, which creates her striking trademark look.

Here’s how you can get cheekbones which rival Kim’s: Firstly you’ll need to prime your skin. Choose the primer that’s right for you: green toned versions neutralise redness in the skin and mattifying primers eradicate shine. Smooth the product over your entire face, after applying a light moisturiser.

Next, select two foundations in two different shades; the first should be one shade lighter than your natural skin tone and the other one shade darker.

Apply the lighter foundation to the centre of your forehead, bring it down onto the middle of your nose, in a straight line (this will make your nose appear straighter and slimmer), apply under your eyes and to the tops of your cheekbones, then lastly to the centre of your chin.

Sweep the darker shade under your cheekbones, along the outer sides of your nose, either side of the lighter colour, and on your temples and jaw line. Blend down onto your neck so that you don’t end up with a visible foundation line.

Use a light-reflecting - not a glittery or overly shimmery - highlighter to make certain areas of your face really stand out. Apply the product under the arch of your eyebrows, along the tops of your cheekbones, down the centre of your nose and on your cupid’s bow.

To finish, and to bring the entire look together, dust translucent powder over your entire face and add a touch of colour to the apples of your cheeks using a pink blusher.

Perfect Pout Here’s how to achieve a red carpet pout.

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Exercise for Health M

any of us use the gym but how many of us use He gained his confidence back and his self belief started the gym to literally save our lives? You may be to increase. Don’t let your current limits stop you at surprised to find out quite a few these days. least investigating your local fitness club, many GPs refer patients to local health clubs now.

For eight years I worked in a health club as a personal trainer and exercise referral specialist, specialising in Health clubs have many facilities these days including cardiac conditions. pools, specialist classes such as ante-natal, post natal, strokes, fall prevention and core strengthening classes.

Have you avoided joining the gym because you have Weight control is another reason many join the gym. an injury or a health condition which you feel would Make use of the experts at the gym to provide you prevent you from using it? I worked with many with an individual and safe programme. Why not individuals in my years at gyms and health club. link that in with some confidence therapy such as hypnotherapy, CBT or NLP?

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I know a number of the instructors and personal trainers in the area and I would highly recommend many. They are passionate about their work and have a multitude of skills to help you.

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He started off with just one minute walking on a treadmill. Eventually he was walking for half an hour.

What about that injury that prevents you getting to the gym? Many gyms and health clubs in the area have Physiotherapy, Osteopathy or Chiropractic clinics attached. In combination with a medical and fitness specialist, who knows where you’ll go?

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2015 was a fantastic year here at RH Uncovered and we want 2016 to be even better...

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It’s our tenth year in publishing and right now we deliver a whole lot of magazines. This year we want to deliver over 1.5 million.

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If either of the following job roles sound right for you, then you should get in touch by sending your CV and a covering letter through to nikki@mantramagazines.co.uk

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If so, then this role could well be the right one for you.

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We’re looking for at least two new staff to join our ambitious team here in Rowfant, and we’re happy to hire four if the right people apply.

We’re currently on the lookout for some writers on the ground in the areas we distribute our magazines in.

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Simple really – people people.

If you’re comfortable talking to clients and prospects on the telephone, confident in your ability to build new relationships and strengthen existing ones and excited about the prospect of joining a busy team and contributing ideas towards the growth of the business, then this is the role for you.

The ideal candidate will probably have some experience in print media, but we’ll consider every CV that catches our eye.

What can we offer you in return for your services? LOTS! For a start, we’re big on flexible hours!

We like our staff to work at least 20 hours a week, but if you’ve got to take the kids to school and pick them up, then this job is still very much within your grasp.

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Secondly, as long as you work the 20 hours per week, you’ll get five weeks of paid holiday. We like our staff to rest and relax and recharge their batteries, so there won’t be any moaning from us when you take your holiday.

As you’d expect, on top of your basic salary we offer a generous un-capped commission scheme with this role. For the right person with the right motivation, this is the perfect reward for hard work.

So what do you say? If you’re a people person who craves flexibility and true enjoyment in your work, and you’ve got the skills to build rapport, convince and persuade, then you should apply for this role right now.

Send a fun, personal covering letter along with your CV to nikki@mantramagazines.co.uk now and we’ll be in touch.

As our magazine revolves around high quality content, it’s vital that what we produce hits the spot with our target market, and that’s what you’d be tasked with delivering.

Right now we’re especially interested in writers with local knowledge of Haywards Heath, Reigate and Uckfield, but we’re always on the lookout for writers throughout Surrey and West Sussex, so if that’s you, get in touch!

You’ll need to have a keen interest in your local community and great people skills, as you’ll be liaising with community groups and uncovering stories for the magazine, but above all else, you need to be able to write!

The right person for this role would be a high-calibre writer who’s able to work independently, organise their own time and work to strict deadlines, and it’s a fabulous opportunity for the right person to increase their experience and make a living doing what they love.

We’re willing to offer flexible hours and consider a whole variety of different arrangements, from part-time to freelance to full-time; the right person really can map out how THEY want the role to work.

If you’re a graduate looking for some experience, or a current writer looking for something stable, then this role is perfect, and applying is easy too: Send us a copy of your CV along with a sample of your writing work (don’t forget to make it a good one) to nikki@mantramagazines.co.uk If we like your stuff, we’ll invite you in for an interview.

Combatting Half Term Boredom with Imaginative Afternoons As parents, we all know just how important it is to install imaginative and creative play into our child’s lives, with reports suggesting it not only improves social skills, but their understanding and expands their learning too. However with busy lives, this can sometimes be more difficult than it seems.

This half term, ban boredom (and turning to the TV) and instead, get creative – here’s a few ideas to get your imaginative afternoons started:

Get Arty Grab those paints and colouring crayons and let their creativity flow! Make pictures of family members, their favourite activity or go abstract with patterns and colour. To really unleash their imagination, use homemade potato prints or stencils, getting them to help out. After you’ve created your masterpieces, talk through them and let your child explain what they have made – they could just surprise you!

It’s Showtime!

Children love putting on a performance! Encourage them to host their own show with acting, singing, dancing or even magic tricks, turning your living room into their very own theatre. Role play, such as this, lets a child get into character and is a key part of developing their knowledge, allowing them to put themselves in someone else’s shoes and learn through imaginative play.

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Make Something Out Of Nothing Go on an adventure through your home to find things you no longer use, or perhaps are throwing out. Whether it’s old mismatching socks, tired t-shirts or even empty toilet rolls, challenge your child to make something out of these items, with a little help from your sewing box and the arts and crafts cupboard! Ask them to tell you about their creation; what’s their name? Where do they live?

What do they eat? This activity is guaranteed to be a great way of spending a few imaginative hours.

Special Effects Story Time Children of all ages enjoy a story, especially when it’s read-out with expression! Bring their favourite books to life by getting into character, or better still; if your child can read – get them to voice the story. To make story time last longer, incorporate toys for extra creative role play. We’re sure you’ll enjoy it just as much as them!

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s a rule I try not to take too much notice of what I see and read on the internet, but recently I saw something that caught my eye. It was a sign that read: When you use a local or family business, you aren’t helping a chairman buy their third holiday home. You’re helping a little girl get ballet lessons, a little boy get his first pair of football boots, a student to pay uni fees or a mum and dad to put food on the table. Understandably, this struck a chord with me.

Morley Auto Services is this year celebrating fifty years of being family run and, well, being the third generation of Morley to be involved in the business, I’m actually very proud. Especially given the way the world seems to be these days, with large companies seemingly swallowing up towns and villages, not to mention the impact of online shopping.

So being a family run company, especially one that has stood the test of time, is something to be proud of and actually, something we should all do more to support.

Whether it’s a local garage, butchers, greengrocers or chemist, all of them need the support of customers in order to carry on.

Granted they probably can’t match the price of the large chains that exist, but more often than not you’ll get better, and more personal, customer service at the smaller firm, the employees won’t be on a bonus and so won’t be trying to save money or cut corners where possible and maybe, just maybe, you’ll get a warm feeling of satisfaction that you’re not putting money into a massive pot that makes the rich at the top of a big firm, even richer.

In 1999 my Grandad retired and handed over the reins to my father. It was at this point, two years into my apprenticeship at East Surrey College, that I then joined the company full time.

It is a story that my father and I are immensely proud of.

It is also a story that surely must make Morley Auto Services amongst the longest-established family businesses in the Redhill/Reigate area. We are very grateful to each of our customers, past and present, that have been part of our half-century journey. It’s not been easy, but we’re still here, doing what we can to buy my daughter her ballet lessons and my son his football lessons.

So, whether it’s us, another local garage, a butcher’s, a garden centre, or whatever; support the little guys where you can. Once upon a time the local high street was made up by them, now they are a rare sight indeed, and getting rarer. Which, if you ask me, is a real shame.

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In a world being taken over by large chains of companies, I’m proud of the fact that in 1966 my grandfather, John Morley, decided to go it alone when his employers at G. Linter and Sons in Redhill decided to close up shop prior to the development of Redhill town centre. During his time at Linters he even taught apprentices that are still in the motor trade today.

He traded alone from Oakdene Road in Redhill until my dad, Ian Morley, reached school leaving age and decided to follow in my Grandad’s footsteps. My dad served his apprenticeship at Reigate Garage before eventually joining my Grandad in the family business in 1972.

In 1988, the business had outgrown the Oakdene road site and we moved to Linkfield Street, where we remain today.

I can say we at this point, because a 7 year old me was there to help with the move. I was already showing a keen interest in cars and spent most Saturdays helping out/ getting in the way.

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How will you attract more For a small business, making the most of your advertising With 10 years of publishing experience, Matthew Arnold, Managing Director of RH Uncovered, has worked with local businesses of all shapes and sizes.

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We don’t want you to make a snap decision on advertising with us. Why? Because we care.

For most businesses, advertising in RH Uncovered would be a really smart thing to do, but we’re not going to pretend that it is for every single business.

When deciding how to spend your advertising budget, it’s crucial you consider the three M’s: 1) Who’s your market?

Who is your product or service aimed at?

In other words, who do you RH2 want to buy what you’re selling? Building up a RH7 RH6 clear and detailed picture of who you’re RH19 RH10 targeting is the vital first step before you RH18 decide anything else.

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Once you’ve defined who you want to do business with, you need to understand what you want to SAY to them. What’s your message? You’ll want to communicate who you are and what you do, but it can also be beneficial to communicate why you do what you do too.

3) What’s the best media for your message and market?

Once you’ve got your market and message sorted, then and only then should you be thinking about the media you use to target the right people with your message.

Think about where your target market hang out and what sorts of media they consume; and choose a media that is most likely to get your message in front of them.

Typically we find that the media we offer – our community magazines and websites – is perfect for a large percentage of businesses – that is why we retain over 85%* of all customers each month, and an impressive 93%* of our customers when seasonal adverts are accounted for; but we understand that advertising with us is not for everyone. (* Figures taken from bookings for 2015)

If you’re a big corporate, looking to build relationships with other corporates, then RH Uncovered is probably not for you. If the main thing you want to do is make contact with other businesses, there may well be better things you could be doing.

However, if you’re looking to reach people within a specific local area who have an interest or need in your product or service, then the chances are that advertising with us will be a fantastic way to do it.

And we’re not going to pretend that we’re the only magazine your business could feature in, but we are confident that if you’re looking to increase sales and conversions, RH Uncovered can help you achieve it.

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Once you’ve decided that a magazine is the medium for you, the next question is: what do you need to be looking out for when choosing a magazine to advertise in?

1) How is it distributed?

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Naturally, magazine content varies; and it’s important to ensure that the magazine you’re advertising in contains content that resonates with your target customer. If it doesn’t, then the chances of it getting the regular readership you need to make your adverts work are greatly diminished.

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The more time you put in, the more likely it is you’ll get the right publisher for you.

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We don’t want to scaremonger; but the fact of the matter is that there are some magazines that will take your money and not deliver your advertisement. They might not even print the magazine. To combat that risk, it’s a good idea to get proof of print and distribution; so that you can be sure your advert has actually landed.

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here’s always a lot to say about small pests such as greenfly, caterpillars, vine-weevil and so forth, but early in the year it’s some of the bigger ‘residents’ which can really drive you around the bend. I’m talking about cats and dogs. What can you do to ensure that you continue to garden happily, successfully and safely, despite the fact the garden is visited by cats and dogs… and without harming these lovely creatures either?

Next door’s cat or others in the neighbourhood are trickier to deal with as unfortunately they do tend to try and do their ‘toileting’ along the edges of their own territory, making your garden a prime target area.

If your cat or a neighbour’s cat is a problem, bear in mind that the more bare soil there is, the more likely that a cat will start to use it as its loo. Ground cover planting is essential and you could always use temporary annual flowers to fill in gaps between longer You may need to consider actively fencing off one part term planting. If you find that these too are scuffed of the garden for your dog, and trying to keep another up shortly after you have planted them, then the best thing to do is cover newly planted areas of bedding area completely dog free. If you have problems with dogs coming in from next door, then it’s essential that with an arch of chicken mesh or with sticks with taut you make repairs to fences. Now is a good time because string tied between them. Obviously this will look a mess but can be removed promptly once the plants there’s relatively little plant foliage to hide holes, gaps have rooted well and started to establish. I have found or loose panels in fencing. Remember that the dog is also likely to be able to squeeze underneath or around that the electronic cat deterrent ‘Cat-Watch’ works very well too. many types of fence, so you may need to use chicken netting or similar. Don’t forget that gates as well as Mulching materials can sometimes cause problems and fences need to be dog-proofed, and never left open for despite what the label says, many gardeners have told the dog to wander through. If you really have a serious me that they found that the cocoa shell mulches seem problem that this won’t resolve then you can try a fox to attract cats. Generally speaking soggy mulches like deterrent such as ‘Fox-Watch’. this or anything with a strong smell do tend to deter cats, as they hate digging in moist material. Take exSometimes a few strategically planted dense and prickly treme care if dogs use the garden as cocoshell mulches shrubs such as pyracantha may help to deter digging can prove fatal to them. Mulches made of large pebbles paws. Obviously you don’t want to cause the animal or stones also tend to keep them at bay, but smaller actual harm, but something sharp, prickly or simply diameter gravel or shingle seems to be quite attractive very dense can act as a good deterrent. to some cats.

Areas of freshly sown seed look very attractive to a cat or dog and again are best protected either by chicken mesh or sticks and string. Remember to keep the string taut at all times, as there’s a slight risk that birds could become entangled in it.

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