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Contents 4 Caring 4 trips
Summer 2015
places to visit this summer
9 Shoreham RAFA Airshow 2015 with a chance to WIN tickets 10 Caring 4 Food
summer menus with a difference
12 Caring 4 you
services and events
15 Caring 4 Books
our latest selection
16 Caring 4 Directory 18 Caring 4 Health
Dr Sarah’s dilemma
From the Editor Anticipating at least some reliably sunny days ahead, I got to thinking about where to take the under-twelves in my life for days out during their summer break. I wanted alternatives to the obvious themed parks and zoos – good old fashioned traditional places to visit that I would enjoy too. Memories of family picnics in parks and meadows not too far from home made me wonder if I could re-create that feeling for them, and me. In this edition we’ve found heaps of interesting ideas for days out to stimulate imaginations – simple pleasures like letting off steam in the grounds of old houses, hiding in hedges, or a lovely slow ride on
a miniature train, taking in the scenery and enjoying the change from busy, structured lives. I’m hoping to prise them away from all digital distractions and anything that bleeps or pings. If necessary I might be unbearably wicked, pull rank and say turn it off – ‘because I said so’! Many places we’ve suggested have a café and shop to dive into if the weather is changeable. Check out their websites for special events like food fairs, celebrating produce of all kinds – locally made ice cream or real
Our cover artist We are delighted once again to showcase the work of Sussex multi media artist Marcus Finch B.A. Marcus offers quality prints of his artworks in a wide range of subjects and sizes – trains, boats, planes, landscapes and seascapes, including a new epic painting of Steam Tug Challenge at Dunkirk. You can view a selection at www.marcusfinch.co.uk He also runs open media art classes and life classes in Worthing and Shoreham, teaching varied subjects and techniques to students of all abilities. The classes run as a 5 week block on a rolling basis. Please inquire about availability through the website or on 01903 531004
ale – something for all ages to enhance your day out. When the kids have gone back to school these not-too-far-away gems can be re-visited with a
Have a relaxing, peaceful summer with the children or without – see you in the autumn.
pal or partner. Or why not relish
Fancy abseiling? See page 13
some solitude and explore them alone?
Pinstripe Publishing Ltd. www.caring4sussex.co.uk Publisher: Denise Tayler
Features Editor: Wendy Greene
Editor: Denise Tayler edit@caring4sussex.co.uk ads@caring4sussex.co.uk Phone: 01903 244700
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Trains and boats and planes – Wendy Greene and Nicola Sheeran find summer trips and activities for all ages Trains, boats and planes take you away – on holiday. In the case of cruises, the boat is the holiday, but mostly they’re just a means to an end. When it comes to day excursions they can be the central attraction.
Trains Steam trains of all sizes have long held fascination – whether in model form or preserved from days of old. Many of Beeching’s axed lines have been preserved by volunteers and some even reconnected to mainline stations with regular timetables. There are model railways, miniature trains you can sit on – Field Place Worthing, Worthing seafront and Brooklands off Lancing seafront. There’s plenty to see as well as taking a ride at Amberley Chalk Pits, South Downs Light Railway in Pulborough Garden Centre or Stansted Park Light Railway, just across the border in Hampshire. (see below) There are full sized trains on preserved or created tracks, like The Bluebell Line running from Sheffield Park to East Grinstead – and there are steam train excursions along mainline tracks
with a meal and bar on board, like the Orient Express.
Boats Messing about in boats, though a popular phrase, may not be advisable as far as Health and Safety goes, but boat trips, regattas and restored warships are fascinating. Many of our local resorts hold regattas, with Cowes Week drawing thousands to the Isle of Wight by ferry. Top boat-related attraction has to be Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Including Nelson’s Victory, HMS Warrior and the recently opened Mary Rose Museum, you can now see a total of ten attractions. Canal boats give us a quieter mode of transport and there are trips on Chichester Canal, The Wey and Arun and the Kennet and Avon, away from the bustle of daily life. River trips can be taken on small craft – Arundel to Littlehampton, around Chichester Harbour or the Solent, for example – or larger craft on the Thames. Many of these have a theme such
as jazz or fish and chips. On a much smaller scale, you could try the reed bed boat at Arundel Wildfowl and Wetlands Centre, or just go rowing on a local lake, such as Swanbourne.
Planes It’s airshow season with Shoreham on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd August (see page 9 and our competition on page 17). offering fabulous aerial displays. Alternatively there are pleasure flights in planes and helicopters, aircraft museums like Tangmere and Balcombe, or just flying your own models.
Woods Travel – 01243 868080 www.woodstravel.co.uk – organise a vast selection of day excursions throughout the year, visiting Swanage Steam Railway, Eastbourne Airshow, and cruising on rivers and canals, including The Thames, Kennet and Avon Canal and Camden, and trips to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and the Isle of Wight. There’s even a jazz cruise on SS Shieldhall. Look out too for trips along the coast on the famous Waverley Paddle Steamer. Their brochure is full of ideas and you need to book as soon as possible.
South Downs Light Railway 07518 753784 www.south-downs-railway.com Volks Electric Railway, 285 Madeira Drive, Brighton 01273 292718 Chichester Canal Trust, 01243 377405 www.chichestercanal.org.uk Field Place railway www.worthingmrc.co.uk www.westsussex.info/model-aircraft.shtml (to search for clubs and addresses) Hotham Park Railway, High Street Bognor www.hothamparkrailway.co.uk www.tangmere-museum.org.uk www.wingsmuseum.co.uk Balcombe www.beechhurst-railway.org.uk www.horshammrc.org.uk www.bentleyrailway.co.uk
Paintings © Marcus Finch
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and houses too Houses There are dozens of beautiful Sussex houses and stately homes open to the public – often set in the most beautiful locations throughout the county. Many cater for families and have disabled access. Parham House in Storrington, West Sussex, (www.parhaminsussex.co.uk) pictured here by Elizabeth Zeschin, is an Elizabethan house used in modern times to house WW2 evacuees from London and as billeting for the Canadian Army. The pleasure Parham House © Elizabeth Zeschin grounds set within a deer park, are a delight and there is a small stone Wendy house within the walled garden. Inside Parham, there’s the Great Hall and the beautiful Long Gallery, where the occupants would have taken their exercise. Suitable for all ages, it also has a café and shop. Weald and Downland Open Air Museum, near Chichester, West Sussex, (www.wealddown.co.uk) houses a collection of historic buildings – working, public, farm and modern buildings, set on a 40 acre site in the countryside, giving a flavour of what life was like for working men and women over a 600 year timeline. There’s a working flour-producing water mill, Victorian smithy, school, church and market hall to name but a few, many preserved from locations across Sussex. There are often craft demonstrations, and they have a lakeside café or places suitable for a picnic. Dogs are welcome too. Preston Manor in North Brighton, East Sussex (www. brightonmuseums.org.uk/prestonmanor) is a former manor house originally built in the 18th century – although parts of the property date back to the 13th century. Today it’s set out in an Edwardian style, giving a taste of life both above and below stairs. There’s a walled garden, pets’ graveyard and a ruined well house. The manor has a reputation for being haunted and has featured on television’s Most Haunted. If you fancy a day out to a slice of Edwardian past with the odd ghost thrown in, then this is the place for you. Batemans, Burwash, East Sussex www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ batemans is a 17th century house and former home of author Rudyard Kipling. It remains virtually untouched since it was left to the National Trust by Kipling’s wife in 1939. There’s a strong Indian
Chichester Ship Canal – an outing with a difference A beautiful accessible retreat close to the city sometimes described as the “green lung” of Chichester.
Photograph: © Andy Bayes
Chichester Ship Canal passes through 4 miles of farmland from the Basin to Chichester Harbour at Birdham. It’s a very attractive stretch of water for rowing, canoeing, angling and walking. At the Basin, there’s Chichester Canal Centre which offers local residents and visitors refreshments, souvenirs, educational and tourist information and boat trips. This is one of the most beautiful locations in the city centre to relax and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee. The cafe also offers hot and cold light refreshments, ice creams and confectionery. There’s ample indoor and outdoor seating, both with good views of the activities in the Basin. Adjacent to the cafe there’s a Visitor Centre located in a 19th century old stable which has been refurbished to provide information about the canal and its history. Boat trips also depart from the Basin. As well as scheduled daily trips, the boats are available for charter for social occasions including lunch, dinner and evening cruises. Passengers of all abilities are welcome and there is disabled access on both boats. Watch out for our Fish and Chip cruise, sailing Friday evenings and some Wednesday lunchtimes in the summer.
www.chichestercanal.org.uk Tel: 01243 377405
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Preston Manor © Royal Pavilion & Museums, Brighton & Hove
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Trains and boats and planes – and houses too Contined from page 5 Royal Pavilion – © Royal Pavilion & Museums, Brighton & Hove
Dates for the diary 27th-28th June. Model Railway Weekend www.bluebell-railway. co.uk Full size and model trains. Over 100 layouts and traders. Book at least 8 days in advance for discount. Sat 25th July. Sussex Vintage Model Railway Collectors – 18th Toy and Model Train Show, Knoyle Hall, Knoyle Road, Brighton. Sat 8th Aug. Bexhill Model Railway Club Annual Exhibition. St Richards Catholic College, Ashdown Road, Bexhill-on-Sea.
influence, with many Eastern artefacts. A book lined study, personal mementos – including WW1 memorabilia relating to Kipling’s son, lost in the conflict, plus a working water mill set amid beautiful formal gardens and wild meadow, make this a wonderful place to visit in the heart of the glorious Sussex countryside. A café and gift shop make the outing complete. Royal Pavilion, Brighton, East Sussex (www.brightonmuseums. org.uk/royalpavilion is the lavish, opulent and extravagant 18th century former Royal residence of Prince Regent, George. This exotic oriental delight is close to the shops
and right next to the sea. You can marvel at the ornate décor, see where Queen Victoria once stayed and take afternoon tea on the terrace overlooking the pretty Pavilion gardens. Across the gardens is Brighton Museum which houses an eclectic selection of exhibits. A great combination for a very exciting day out for all. We’ve chosen just some of the options available for a day trip out, but drop in to your Tourist Information Office and you’ll find racks brimming with leaflets – enough to entertain many a child in the school holidays, but also adult trips and group outings.
Sun 20th Sept 2-5pm Chichester and District Society of Model Engineers www.cdsme.co.uk Blackberry Lane, off Bognor Road Chichester. 07954 051594. Rides available.
Batemans © Andrew Butler
You can find many more houses on www.sussexpast.co.uk and www.nationaltrust.org.uk Here are some others: Charleston, nr Lewes 01323 811626 www.charleston.org.uk St Mary’s House & Gardens, Bramber 01903 816205 www.stmarysbramber.co.uk High Salvington Mill, Worthing 01903 265359 www.highsalvingtonwindmill.co.uk
Weald and Downland © Weald & Downland Open Air Museum
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Still on the crest of a wave
CELEBRATING 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN
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This year’s Shoreham Airshow is on 22nd and 23rd August. Now in its 26th year it has become one of the highlights of the European Airshow Scene. Last year’s event raised in excess of £208,000 and in May a symbolic presentation of a cheque for two million pounds was made to RAFA. “We did the same when we reached a million pounds,” says Derek Harber, Airshow Organiser, “and now we have passed the two million mark, we felt it would be nice to do the same.” Sir Dusty Miller KBE, President of the Royal Air Forces Association, who received the cheque commented, “The hours of work that you as a team at Shoreham put into running this event proves to others that if it runs in a professional manner you can compete with the world’s best aviation events. As you are all volunteers, you should be so proud.” 2015 sees the 75th Anniversary of ‘The Battle of Britain’ which will be celebrated in style with particular emphasis on the Airfield Attack and Scramble Scenario, arranged by Flying Display Director Rod Dean, to include the welcome return of the Blenheim which has been lovingly restored by John Romain of The Aircraft Restoration Company. Says John Periam, the Airshow’s Press Officer, “We’ll also have all the popular ground attractions and a large Static Aircraft Display giving visitors the opportunity to meet the many Aircrews. Watch out for Brendan O’Brien and his Truck Top Landing Display.” To avoid parking problems there will be a Train and Ride link from Shoreham Station with a free bus to the airport. At the show you will get the chance to win a day with the Red Arrows or a Spitfire flight, but thanks to the generosity of the organisers, Caring 4 Sussex offers you a chance to win tickets to the Airshow. See page 17.
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Eat oysters on The Feast of St James and want for nothing But scallops will do just as well &
Whether it’s a luscious lunch or delicious dinner, our fish and seafood menu offers you summer delights. Other food types also available!
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If you need an excuse, 25th July and 5th August are ‘must do’ days. In 44AD St James – a disciple of Jesus – was killed by Herod Agrippa 1, grandson of Herod the Great. Patron Saint of Spain, equestrians, blacksmiths, tanners and veterinarians, his emblem is the cockleshell because, allegedly, his relics were being taken by ship from Jerusalem to Spain when a man riding his horse on the beach of Portugal plunged into the sea and made for the boat. They sank, but surfaced covered with scallop shells. In 9th century a hermit named Pelayo discovered St James’s tomb in Compostello which became the third busiest place of pilgrimage, after Jerusalem and Rome. Pilgrims attach cockleshells to their hats or clothes as ‘pilgrim badges’.
The Christians lost The Battle of Clavigo in AD 841 and were in retreat when St James appeared in a dream to King Ramirez of Leon, assuring him of victory. Next day, the men saw St James on a horse adorned with cockleshell, waving a banner. He led the Christians to victory, and ever since, the Spanish battle-cry has been “Santiago!” The English couldn’t make the pilgrimage to St James’s shrine so gathered seashells, broken coloured glass, pretty stones and flowers and built little grottos in his honour – a custom followed in East Sussex until 19th century. In Ebernoe, they have the Horn Fair on St James’s Day – on or near 25th July – 5th August in the old calendar. The English custom is to eat oysters. In France, they eat scallops named ‘coquilles St Jacques’ – ‘shells of St James’ – in his honour.
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Slightly familiar but very different Lavenda Polish Restaurant serves up some real treats Worthing has one of the widest selections of eateries in the county, so it was only a matter of time before a Polish restaurant opened. We decided to try the lunch menu and encountered a number of delicious dishes which, although similar to food we had experienced before, was actually surprisingly different. There were two tempting soft drinks available, Kubus – an intriguing mix of carrot and apricot, rather like a smoothie – and Frugo – a refreshing fruit drink tasting predominately of pears. We were presented with a bowl of small squares of Polish pumpkin bread and a choice of butter or dripping, which
reminded us of childhood and Mum’s Sunday roast. Owner Adam was keen for us to try his starter menu and presented us with a selection, including herring – not unlike soused herring, but with onion juice instead of vinegar, making it much sweeter on the palate. The bigos – sauerkraut with polish sausage – was delicious and the potato pancakes – placki ziemniaczane – with mushroom were good too. Our two main courses were Brigand pancake – a crispytopped potato pancake with mushrooms and beef that melted in the mouth – and venison goulash with juniper, porcini, red wine and cream.
The goulash was on a bed of buckwheat groats, making a good contrast of textures. Then, just when we thought it couldn’t get any better, along came the dessert. Vodka infused berries with home-made custard. Heaven in a dish. To complete the experience we enjoyed a lovely cup of Kendricks coffee. We are definitely going back to try the confit duck, or the chickpea and vegetable stew, or maybe the free range lamb
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Crafts and a cuppa – all in a good cause Warwick Street in Worthing has always been a magnet for art and craft devotees, with its galleries and materials shops, but now there’s a new attraction. The Craft TEA Gift Shop is a non-profitmaking shop stocked by local craftworkers who want to sell their wares, as well as being a pleasant place for a cuppa and a chat. Jeanette is particularly keen to help women who run their own small businesses in the field of art and craft, as well as independent charities and solo craftswomen needing a sales outlet. Shelves can be hired by the month and the commission taken from sales helps to further the cause. The shop is a little treasure house so those not so skilled with a needle and thread can always find gifts that are a bit different. Jeanette and her able assistant, Wendy, arrived in Worthing with just enough for a drink in the pub but after putting their heads together they came up with a plan. They decided to crowd fund the scheme and soon had £5222 offered from people wanting to support them. Since then the shop has raised money for charities such as Superstar Arts, Grassroots Suicide Prevention and Safe In Sussex. There will soon be a further £1000 grant available for a deserving local cause or arts group. In addition, Jeanette arranged workshops in crafts including papercraft, crochet and sewing. If you are interested do call in for a chat – and a Fairtrade cuppa.
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A Welcome Break for Carers The Welcome Break aims to provide carers with the opportunity to take a break. While the person being cared for enjoys a sociable morning of activity, the carer can take time out at home or in town. We enjoy outings to places of interest in the area. Recently we've been to Broadbridge Heath and Portsmouth historic Dockyard, The Bluebell Railway and other places of interest. The group is based at 9-13 Crescent Road, Worthing and we meet Tuesdays and Thursdays 10.00am – 3.30pm.
We aim to supplement the comfort and well being of Patients, Relatives, Staff and Visitors in the 3 local trusts we support: Our shop has moved from the West wing to the main reception area. It is open Monday to Friday from 7am to 7.30pm and Saturday from 8am to 5.30pm The trolley shop provides service on the wards.
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Worthing Churches Homeless: Events Saturday 27th June – Littlehampton Quiz Night Our first Quiz night in Littlehampton at the United Church. Supper followed by a quiz. Tickets from our charity shops. Saturday 4th July Abseil Descend the beautiful Peacehaven Cliffs while raising funds for Worthing Churches Homeless Projects. Our experienced support team will be on hand to guide you down so why not test your limits. Email info@wchp.org.uk, call 01903 286480 for more information or download a registration form from our website. Registration is just £25.00 and there is a minimum sponsorship target of £100.00. Do something different this summer! Sunday 26th July – Stall at Lion’s Seafront Fair Bric-a-brac, clothes and plants for sale as part of the annual seafront fair. Saturday 22nd August – Car Boot Sale Broadwater Green
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Worthing Lions Festival is the last weekend in July The hugely successful Worthing Lions Festival, now in its 12th year, welcomes everyone to what is the biggest event in the town’s calendar. This year’s profits will be donated to Canine Partners who train dogs to assist disabled people who are usually in wheelchairs as a result of accidents. Saturday 25th July. In the afternoon, there’ll be bargains galore at the seafront commercial market – or have a ride at the funfair. On the promenade you can see demonstrations by ‘Canine Partners’ so do visit their stall, meet the marvellous dogs, and have a chat with their owners. Then there’s the usual FREE firework display from the end of the Pier commencing at about 10pm – sponsored again this year by Yeomans Toyota. Thousands of Worthing residents and visitors are expected to view the display and collectors will be out in force afterwards so
please give generously as the money raised will go to ‘Canine Partners’ and other good causes. There’s a new event this year – a display of custom cars and scooters on Steyne Gardens, including ‘E’ type Jaguars, vintage Morgans, a Morris Minor, a Triumph Stag, some unique scooters plus lots of other classics. Sunday 26th July. This seafront market is for both commercial and local charities. This year because of the high demand for stalls, local charities will also be there on Sunday 19th July. Pitches for charity stalls are free of charge so please come down on both occasions and raise awareness for individual and special causes. To the west of the Heene Road will be the annual bus and coach rally taking you back in time with vintage and classic vehicles. Bring your cameras
along and take pictures for some really special memories. Many events remain free of charge and appeal to both young and old alike, so enjoy this year’s entertainment, relax, have fun and soak up the atmosphere. Worthing Lions is an extremely active club and always welcomes new members.
If you’re interested in joining or just becoming a ‘Friend of Worthing Lions’ please speak to anyone wearing the Worthing Lions yellow tabard, or telephone 0791 924 5336 or send an email via the website www.worthinglions.co.uk. They will respond to your enquiry – but only after the festival has finished.
Call for brochure or visit us at anytime: 01903 871326 claphamlodge@tiscali.co.uk www.claphamlodge.co.uk
Clapham Lodge is a care home for the elderly, surrounded by a large garden and far reaching views across of countryside and the sea from almost all rooms and flats. We provide a high quality of care with a homely environment ensuring wellbeing and comfort at all times. Short or long stay welcome.
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Coming soon Sea Scribes Worthing Anthology Produced by a talented group of local authors In association with their sister workshop, Worthy Words Email SeaScribesSussex@gmail.com A collection of happy, sad, romantic, chilling and funny short stories, plus haunting and amusing poems, facts you never knew about Worthing, quotations
Pets Aplenty By Malcolm D Welshman Published by Austin Macauley Price £7.99 paperback ISBN 9 781849 639965 If you enjoy tales of vets and pets, you’ll love Malcolm Welshman – but he writes from experience in a way that makes his books appealing to anyone who enjoys the slightly irreverent humour shared by many medical professionals. Malcolm lived in West Sussex for 32 years, and you may well recognise some of the locations, though hopefully not the people. Look in The People’s Friend magazine for his column entitled Tales from Prospect House. This book charts the early days of a young vet encountering a variety of unusual, troublesome animals – and owners.
and puzzles. Ideal reading for those odd moments between jobs, on the train or while enjoying the sun. These popular local writers have featured, individually, in our column before but if you have not sampled their work, here’s the perfect chance to try some.
Staying Alive – How to survive the NHS Dr Phil Hammond Published by Quercus Price £14.99 paperback ISBN 978-84866-451-7 Dr Phil has been in general practice for over 20 years, but is better known as the presenter of BBC2’s Trust Me, I’m a Doctor series. Like our own Dr Sarah, he is passionate about saving the NHS. He’s also convinced that patients can do much to help. This book, which includes many case studies and some surprising statistics, does exactly what is says on the cover. It is a guide to getting what you want from the NHS – from prevention and diagnosis, through treatment to the ultimate conclusion. He explains how we can look after ourselves, ask specific questions, get answers and put wrong experiences right. Dr Phil is also known as a comedian, often guesting on Have I Got News For You, and this influences the way he writes. You may be fighting fit now, but it’s well worth having this on your bookshelf for when it’s needed – even if you are a carer.
For those who love words Don’t forget Shoreham Wordfest – a great event for lovers of books, plays and poetry – beginning on Saturday 12th September until 11 October. See www.shorehamwordfest.com or call 07522 957 691 for more information.
We are delighted to find Fireside Bookshop in Littlehampton’s Arcade. Rob and Barbara have a terrific selection of antiquarian, academic and secondhand books. You’ll be amazed just how many books are packed into a small space. It’s well worth a visit, but allow yourself plenty of browsing time.
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SEA PLACE GARAGE Car Sales (Part Exchange welcome) • MOTs • Service • Parts and Repairs Welding • Bodywork • Valeting • See website for car listing 67/69 Goring Road Worthing BN12 4AX Tel: 01903 242389 www.seaplacegarage.co.uk • A FAMILY RUN BUSINESS
James Perry Interiors Quality Floor Sanding Commercial & Domestic Sanding & Restoration of wood floors Free estimates 01903 504760 or 07941 553643 www.jamesperryinteriors.co.uk
Worthing Lions Good quality donations wanted Bring us your used spectacles for re-cycling JOIN WORTHING LIONS TO HELP YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
Worthing Lions Club Charity Shop 115 George V Avenue, Goring (opposite post office) Tel: 01903 502807. We can collect and deliver locally
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Based in Shoreham. One to one or groups within the community. Home visits possible. Call Garima 07816 617 387 or email garima@sitarplayer.co.uk
ONE TO ONE COMPUTER TRAINING For all standards & ages (especially over 50s) Learn to use a computer at your pace in your home
Learn to email friends and family Help with buying your computer Manage your digital photos Advise on and set up broadband Solve i-pod, i-phone, i-pad issues Learn how to use the internet
Social Networking, (Facebook, Friends Reunited, Twitter) Learn about on-line shopping, mobile phones, Kindle, Skype, E-bay, Coupons Troubleshoot problems
Call Julie Knott for more info on 07914 361542
Zebedee’s Pet Supplies Hannah welcomes animal lovers to her small family business offering: Caring, friendly expert advice
Competitive prices
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Pop in and take a look: Monday to Saturday 10-4pm. Wednesdays 10-2pm
137 South Farm Road, Worthing. 01903 200008
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records and cds Tel: 01903 209553 We buy most records including classical, Jazz, 50s, 60s, 70s, Rock and Pop, LPs, EPs, 45s and 78s, sheet music & music memorabilia Leslie Laine Top Floor, 67 Victoria Road, Worthing info@revolutions33.co.uk
QUALITY HI-FI SEPARATES WANTED GOOD CASH PRICES PAID Turntables, Amplifiers, Reel to Reels, Speakers etc. Can collect!
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We are always looking to buy: Coins/Banknotes Medals/Military items Old postcards Old paperwork
Gold and silver Jewellery Watches Old weapons
20 New Broadway, Tarring Road, Worthing BN11 4HP 01903 232080 / 07765 700 508 www.webuy-antiques.co.uk Open: Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturday morning
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Collections bought and sold or sell through our auction house 70 Victoria Road, Worthing, West Sussex BN11 1UN (near Worthing Central Station)
Call Graham on 01903 235846 We are a small husband and wife team based on the Surrey/Hants Border
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High quality, low prices at Goring Café From a quick cuppa to a full Sunday roast Whether it’s lunch with a friend or a builder’s breakfast, you can always be sure of good quality, generous portions and a friendly greeting at Goring Café. Says owner Ali, “My customers are my top priority. I buy quality ingredients and make sure everything is clean.” He’s so confident, his kitchen is on full view – where friendly staff can be seen obviously enjoying their work. So if you made an early start at the shops and missed breakfast or really fancy a burger but don’t
like big impersonal burger bars, whatever the reason, Goring Café has something for you With children’s meals at £2.90 and full roast Sunday lunches at £6.30, you can happily give yourself a day away from the kitchen, knowing you’re not compromising on the quality of ingredients. Goring Café is at 282 Goring Road, on the north side of Mulberry Shopping Parade. Call 01903 506868 to place a takeaway order.
WIN tickets to RAFA Shoreham Airshow
Photo © Graham Franks
Come and see our full range of plants, pots and garden accessories. Hundreds of pots, all shapes, sizes and colours.
RAFA has kindly donated two pairs of tickets for this year’s airshow. For a chance to win, answer the following question. Who is the President of the Royal Air Forces Association, who received the cheque for £2,000,000? (in our feature on page 9). Send your entry on a postcard or back of a sealed envelope to RAFA competition, Caring 4 Sussex, 19 Anscombe Road, Worthing BN11 5EN or email to edit@caring4sussex.co.uk with RAFA Comp in the subject box. Your entry should include your town, contact telephone number and your answer. Closing date is Monday 3rd August 2015. Only one entry per household. We never use or pass on your contact details.
Open: 9am – 6pm Monday to Saturday. 10am – 4pm Sunday
Roundstone Farm Shop and Tea Rooms Littlehampton Road, Ferring BN12 6PW
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info@roundstonefarmshop.co.uk www.roundstonefarmshop.co.uk Please contact us for wholesale and retail
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A Doctor’s dilemma I haven’t worn clothes to work since 2002. By ‘clothes’, I mean grown-up work-wear, as opposed to any clothing at all. I work in the NHS, not a gentleman’s club. Although, as a brief aside, I did once call a man through from the waiting room wearing nothing but his boxers. His explanation was that, in his hurry to see a doctor, he considered it time-saving to dispense with getting dressed… I have left the comfort and safety of the Emergency Department to spend a few months with the medical teams. These folk wear civvies, much like normal people. After 13 years in scrubs and trainers, this is completely alien to me. So I stand helplessly in front of open wardrobe doors, like on the first day of the Sixth Form, after a lifetime in uniform, wondering what on earth I’m going to put on. For a man, this dilemma would last a full 5 seconds, the time to choose a suitable (not white, not too garish) shirt and a pair of trousers. Done.
Shaving even seems optional these days, and they’re not allowed ties. Easy. For female doctors, it’s a total minefield. I have casual clothes, party clothes and a few severe suits for interviews, funerals and the Coroner’s.Trying out various combinations of boring, I look variously like a waitress, a secretary, a WPC, cabin crew and a librarian. No disrespect to the above professions. I decide I need to look smart, but not like C.I.D, nice, but not too nice, cool and comfortable, but definitely nothing too short, too clingy, too revealing. And colours/fabrics need to be suitable, appropriate and practical. We’re not allowed to wear white coats, so there’s absolutely nowhere to put anything unless you carry around an annoying little bag, or worse fashion crime number one of all time: the Bumbag. It’s a definite no to that. And shoes? I have trainers/ sneakers/boots and dozens of pairs of high/sparkly party shoes. I have one pair of ugly, clumpy, comfortable black shoes.
If I’m honest I’m not even sure why anyone would want to wear their own clothes in a hospital. Aside the fact that it is endlessly complicated and timeconsuming to choose something different every day which fulfils the above suitability criteria, it just seems impractical and unhygienic. After traipsing round wards and clinics and touching dozens of (presumably ill, why else would they be there) people, the very last thing I want to do is go back home to my children wearing those same clothes. Ew. After finally selecting a conservative pinstriped, knee length, fitted- but not tightshift dress, a pair of ladies tights (which will be laddered 2 minutes after arriving on the ward) and the Ugly Shoes,
Dr Sarah Honess trained in Medicine at King’s College, London, and moved to Worthing in 2003, where she trained in Anaesthetics and Intensive Care. She now works at the Accident and Emergency Department at Brighton Hospital.
I make my entrance into the kitchen, to be greeted by a chorus of ‘Mum, what ARE you wearing?’ from my cruel children. I’ve obviously got it wrong. But I’m not sure I know how to get it right. Not for the last time I’m sure, I realise how much I miss and love my own job.
Holiday Wordsearch Find these words horizontally, vertically, diagonally, even backwards. All words are linked to summer holiday activities. The word ‘tea’ appears twice, so check the unused spaces for a message to ensure you have the right one. / denotes split word.
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glamping beachhut rockpool sightseeing bucket and spade excursions
outings visits aeroplane cream/tea ferry icecream candyfloss
swim campsite tides shades shell sun crabs
spa sand ruins sea lido boat waves
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Companionship, privacy, security and independence – you’ll find them all, and much more, in an Abbeyfield home. The Abbeyfield Ferring Society has two houses both serving freshly prepared meals. Cornwell House accommodates twenty residents in its residential home which is close to local shops and the sea. Old School House provides supported accommodation for eleven residents in the heart of the village, adjacent to the library and Doctor’s surgery and close to the shops. We aim to provide quality care in a warm, friendly environment. Respite care can be provided, subject to availability. We also have a domiciliary support service for people who require some assistance to remain in their own homes. l Friendship, privacy and practical support l Fully trained and caring staff l Residents treated with dignity and respect
Please contact Ruth on 01903 240313 for further details
Choosing care could be one of the most expensive decisions you make and good advice is vital. Carewise was set up by West Sussex County Council, Age UK West Sussex, West Sussex Partners in Care and the Society of Later Life Advisers. It offers independent, specialist financial advice about choosing and paying for longterm care. Contact Carewise now to find out more.
01243 642121 www.westsussexconnecttosupport.org/ carewise
carewise@westsussex.gov.uk