Ashdown Forest Living April 2019 Issue

April 2019

© Front cover photo by Neil Reed, Pooh Corner

LOCAL BUSINESS DIRECTORY & COMMUNITY NEWS Call 01342 300152 to advertise • Support your local businesses

CROWBOROUGH

Optical and Hearing Centre

Our services include: • The latest in hearing aid technology - we supply and service all makes of hearing aids • Tinnitus management • Micro-suction (safe and easy removal of ear wax) • Ear protection We also supply moulded swimming plugs and various noise protection products.

Hearing loss can affect every aspect of your life, particularly the things most important to you such as relationships with family, friends or work colleagues.

Owen Hearing are independent hearing specialists, dedicated to providing clients with excellent customer service and advice.

A family run independent Opticians with more than 50 years between Optometrists Matthew and Maria Smee.

Maintaining healthy vision with an extensive range of eye care services.

EYE TESTS using the latest technology, including ADVANCED RETINAL SCREENING (OCT).

• Revolutionary blepharitis treatment • Home Visits We have a wide range of frames to choose from and also provide contact lenses and low vision assessments.

Please call us or come in to book an appointment.

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We are a professional family business with 40 years experience. Our services are cost-effective with references.

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• Roof tiling works, renew/repair • Flat roofing works, renew/repair • Sheet roofing, renew/repair • Chimney repair/remove/rebuild • Guttering replacement/Fascias • GRP and rubber roofing, • Wooden/UPVC weatherboards • Wooden/UPVC windows and doors • Rendering works and repointing • Gutter cleaning/Roof cleaning • Scaffolding

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“ADN Roofing is a family company that we can recommend highly.

Our cottage needed a complete new roof. It was a difficult project involving complex angles, valleys, gables and flat areas. The price quoted was the price we paid. A special thanks to Mark who was flexible, resourceful and a brilliant craftsman, also very pleasant to have around our house.” FH

• Need an income from your savings or investments?

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Dear Residents, Welcome to the April issue.

This month we bring you some great news about Pooh Corner... see our feature to find out more from the new owners.

The response to last month’s feature about the Ashdown Forest needing help was immense, very grateful thanks to everyone who responded, see the Ashdown Forest Centre’s follow up message to readers.

With Bluebell season soon to be upon us, we’ve a feature about some of the best places in the wider area to catch the full breadth of the beauty of those humble flowers at this time of year.

Sofas and Stuff have a great article about interior trends this season to bring more comfort and beauty to your home. We hope that our many local businesses can help you with all your home and garden goals this springtime.

If you are a charity or community group that needs help, please drop us a line any time.

All the best for a lovely Spring Tally & Chris

Whats inside this month

Literary Festival Returns

Wealden Crematorium

Ikigai is the new Hygge!

A New Pooh-seum in Pooh Country

May Open Gardens

Bridge Cottage – A home for nearly 600 years

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Ikigai is the new Hygge!* At Sofas & Stuff, we have been looking at the new Interior Design trends for 2019 and this is one we are really embracing.

The word Ikigai comes from Japan and loosely translates as ‘finding a feeling of purpose and wellbeing’. Within interiors this means using tactile fabrics such as wools, velvets and linens, and an earthy colour palette in lots of tones or teamed with inky blues.

We recently visited Chelsea Harbour to see all the new collections and it was Romo Fabrics who told us all about Ikigai. They have put together this fabulous mood board to illustrate the trend perfectly.

Hambledon corner sofa with Indigo & Wills handblocked linen cushions.

Port Isaac Chair in sumptuous Tango Lunar velvet

The emphasis this year is also on sustainable and recyclable fabrics so artisanal, handmade elements are very popular. There is another Japanese phrase associated with Ikigai which is Wabi Sabi, this roughly translates as ‘appreciating the beauty in imperfection’.

So, we can celebrate the natural imperfections in fabrics such as hand-woven Harris Tweeds or painstakingly hand-blocked Indian prints. Or the textures of Sisal or Kilim rugs on wooden floors.

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green velvet, linen union or a botanical print.

These all help bring a feeling of the outside freshness into your home.

The final trend we’d like to share with you is the New England nautical look. This timeless style brings and uncomplicated colour scheme using a sea of textured cool blue coastal tones to natural linens in sunbleached hues to create a breath of fresh air and seaside ambiance. They can work in any home from a quaint cottage to a modern beachside apartment - red and blue stripe fabric designs can create depth and height in any space.

We have some great examples of this new trend at Sofas & Stuff in Eridge so why not pop in for a cup of Jasmine Tea and a chat! Call: 01892 572309.

Another trend this season is for ‘greening’ interiors by filling your space with house plants seems to be affecting fabric choice too, with green fabrics on the up, whether it be

*Hygge is a Danish and Norwegian word for a mood of Nordic coziness and comfortable conviviality created in the home, with feelings of wellness and contentment - a recent trend in the world of interiors!

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Ingredients: Pastry: • 125g unsalted butter • 50g caster sugar • 200g plain flour • 1 egg Filling: • 200g 50% cocoa dark chocolate • 250ml double cream • 75g butter

Pastry Method 1. Beat together the butter and caster sugar then add the flour and rub between your fingers to create a breadcrumb-like consistency.

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3. Roll out the pastry to approximately 2mm thick and use to line a 8” round tin. Place a piece of greaseproof paper over the top of this, and use either baking beans or dry rice to fill the tin.

4. Bake for 30 minutes at 180ºC. Remove the baking beans and paper then brush the inside of the tart with a little beaten egg, then return to the oven for 5 more minutes before cooling.

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At Last by local poet, Peggy Oliver, Buxted It's early morning, and light so grey I wonder what will be today Surely we deserve some sun To warm the soil for plants so young Soon the thoughts of evening walks Will fill our minds and fill our thoughts And we'll forget how long it's been Since we glanced in wonder at fields so green I know we've seen it all before But somehow spring makes us stand in awe No one wants to miss the start Of natures wonderful show on earth I know we're always grateful Of this lovely wonderful time Given to us so gladly These days called our 'Spring-Time'

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THANK YOU FROM THE ASHDOWN FOREST CENTRE We wanted to write and personally thank the readers of Ashdown Forest Living for their kindness and generosity following our fundraising appeal in last month’s magazine.

The response was instantaneous and overwhelming. Donations poured in with messages of support, in memory of loved ones and from charitable trusts. We raised over £5,500 in the following week, from contributions to the donate campaign and through the sale of the 2019 “We support Ashdown Forest” car stickers.

Although rewarding (especially with spring fast approaching) the rangers’ role can be quite demanding when we are trying to provide a good service to all the forest users with different needs and issues. So, we were delighted to read the messages of support and its great to know so many people share our love for the forest.

Once again thank you for your contributions.

With Best Wishes, The Ashdown Forest Rangers PS Please do visit our website www.ashdownforest.org for further information about the management of Ashdown Forest, our volunteers and our fundraising activities.

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Literary Festival Returns for 2019 A popular, four-day Literary Festival at Chiddingstone Castle will take place over the May bank holiday.

Below are just a few of the literary events planned for this popular event.

Adult Programme on 4th, 5th and 6th May including events with Giles and Mary from Gogglebox, wine expert Oz Clarke and the queen of Middle-Eastern cookery, Sabrina Ghayour. TV historian Tracy Borman will expose the secrets behind the Tudor throne.

Joanne Harris will divulge the inspiration behind her compelling new Chocolat novel, The Strawberry Thief.

Emma Darwin will reveal her struggle with her DarwinWedgewood heritage in her book about Charles Darwin.

ITN’s Channel 5 news editor Andy Bell will be in conversation with the Guardian’s parliamentary sketch writer John Crace, author of I, Maybot about life after Brexit. Sir Anthony Seldon will offer the inside track on the last 300 years of British Prime Ministers.

her life and work, and Ana Sampson will discuss her new anthology of brave, bold and beautiful poems by women.

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Children’s Programme – 6th May

This year it features bestselling authors Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Dan Freedman, Maz Evans, awardwinning poet Joseph Coelho and performances from festival favourites Really Big Pants Theatre Company.

Celebrating 30 years of Wallace and Gromit, there’ll be modelling workshops for children with Aardman Animations. Pericles Theatre Company will present musical performances of the much loved The Little Mermaid in The Orangery. Children can learn how to make a film with Press Play Films. Guy Parker Rees will entertain little ones with his classic illustrated book Giraffes Can’t Dance, and older children can enjoy hearing A F Harrold and illustrator Emily Gravett talking about their new

Schools Day – 7th May

Tickets available from the website www. chiddingstonecastle.org. uk/literary-festival-2019 Individual adult events £13.50, children’s events £6.

Day tickets will be available on Saturday and Sunday, workshop tickets vary in price, see booking page for details.

Angela Gallop talks to barrister Thomas Grant, about how she has solved many high-profile murders.

Anna Pasternak returns with her new, surprising look at Wallis Simpson, drawing comparisons with divorced American Meghan Markle.

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"How the merry bluebell rings To the mosses underneath..."

- Alfred Lord Tennyson A few ideas for local Bluebell walks this Spring… time to get out and enjoy the views!

Costells Wood A Woodland Trust wood in Scaynes Hill, this wood is a site of ancient woodland (more than 400 years old) and has been designated an area of wildlife importance. Broadleaf trees inhabit the area, and ground flora includes orchids. Several small ponds are found in the site, alongside an extensive path network.

Search for ‘Costells Edge, Scaynes Hill’ in maps.

Heaven Farm Has a nature trail that is especially glorious during Bluebell season. The wood parkland and waterside walks hold conservation awards from the South of England Agricultural Society and Lewes Chamber of Commerce and have featured many times in BBC programmes. As you make your way around the trail there is much of interest - from an ancient Bloomery (probably Roman) to a "Millenium" water wheel. An old pack horse bridge, a 300 year old dam badger sets and foxes' earths. And don't forget the wallabies with their joeys lazing in the sun or hopping around. There is a small fee to join the trail.

Bluebells Woods near Nymans While Nymans has a wonderful display of Bluebells there is also an area of woodland which is separate and one can enter without paying an admission fee to the gardens themselves. In late April/early May, it is carpeted with bluebells and there are primroses, violets, wood anemonies and other wildflowers. If the weather has been wet, it is better to keep to the outer paths as the central path on lower ground can get a bit muddy.

Staffhurst Wood Near Edenbridge, widely carpeted bluebells are the crowning glory of this ancient woodland, which also features a beautiful pond. Nearest postcode: TN8 6QF.

Emmetts Garden National trust gardens near Sevenoaks, with incredible bluebell walks with fully carpeted woodland. Ide Hill, TN14 6BA.

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Exhibition: Bridge Cottage – A home for nearly 600 years

Sheffield Park Having been left undisturbed for years, this historic woodland has a wonderful display and the ‘Walk Wood’ is a hidden delight of peace and tranquility, carpeted with bluebells throughout April and May. As it is off the beaten track, sturdy footwear is recommended and it may not be suitable for buggies and pushchairs.

Charlwood Bluebell Walk, Glover’s Wood Near Gatwick this wood is a little out of this area, however not too far. It is one of the largest areas of woodland in the Surrey Weald, containing oak, hazel and birch trees. It is home to a variety of rare plants and wildlife, and features historical relicts including a medieval bank and ditch systems. One benefit is that it is not overly busy like other Bluebell woodland at this time of year.

A free exhibition is being held in Bridge Cottage, Uckfield, to show its use as a home since 1436.

Originally owned by a prosperous local farmer, Bridge Cottage has been lived in by Tudor, Stuart, Hanovarian and Victorian families, up to modern times. The last residents left some 50 years ago.

This exhibition will show the development of the building as a home, as well as something of those who lived there.

The building was saved from demolition by a partnership between Uckfield Town Council and Uckfield & District Preservation Society in 1983, and the National Lottery funded a full restoration in 2016.

This exhibition will feature: • Changes in the appearance of Bridge Cottage since 1436.

• Notes on families who have lived there over nearly 600 years.

• Means by which medieval residents sought to keep witches out of the house.

Other places to find Bluebell walks

• Evidence from archaealogical exploration of Bridge Cottage.

The woods behind and around Balcombe Lakes are some of the best places. Around Standen House and Standen Wood (no charge for entrance to the wood), walking down from there to the nearby Weirwood Reservoir there is always a good show. There are also walks connected to the larger Bluebell Railway area.

• Medieval building techniques and details of the lottery funded restoration.

• Links with the early Sussex iron industry.

• Historical themed activities for children on the Saturdays.

The exhibition is open 10am to 4pm daily (closed on Sunday), admission is free, and a detailed guide book will be on sale. Runs until Saturday 6 April 2019.

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A peaceful rural setting to say goodbye to your loved one – the Wealden Crematorium All too often crematoriums are found in busy urban settings, with parking difficult and services rushed. All this is set to change this Spring when Wealden District Council’s new crematorium near Horam opens which sits in a carefully landscaped, peaceful setting within the gentle folds of the Sussex landscape. Its contemporary design uses stone, glass and water to provide a peaceful contemplative setting.

Generous parking accommodating around 160 vehicles has been built into the design, complete with Electric Vehicle charging points, accessible parking, cycle racks and even separate provision for horse drawn hearses. A comfortable meeting area with ample toilets and baby change has been provided with everything carefully designed to meet the needs of those with a disability.

The ceremony hall seats 120 and is equipped with state of the art audio and visual equipment. There is

the opportunity to have the service webcast to those unable to attend and a DVD can be made. Unhurried services are being offered at one hour intervals which will also avoid mourners leaving one service meeting those arriving for the next.

Located in a central location on the A267 just south of Horam the crematorium will be no more than a 30 minutes’ drive from any of Wealden’s towns and villages. Those living outside the district will also be welcome to use the facility.

Very conscious of the need to protect the environment, expert advice on ecological issues was sought; consequently there are 30 acres of beautiful landscaped grounds, wildflower meadows and

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Nearly 8000 trees have been planted to form new woodland and screening with over 4500 shrubs and 4700 herbaceous plants incorporated into the scheme. As a result the site has a high potential for nesting birds with the woodland and hedgerows provide ideal nesting habitat for a range of bird species.

Bat boxes have also been installed across the site.

As pressure on cremation services grows there is an increasing need for families and friends to be able to mourn their loved ones in an unhurried, peaceful setting, without the additional stress of travelling long distances or rushed services. Wealden believes that its crematorium responds to these needs and that its modern, compassionate approach to celebrating the lives of our loved ones will provide a top class service for people of all faiths and cultures.

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A New Pooh-seum in Pooh Country With uncertainly hanging over the future of Pooh Corner in Hartfield, and a possibility that developers would get their hands on the beautiful property, we’re pleased to bring news to the wider Ashdown Forest community that after a gruelling process, Neil and Sam Reed have taken ownership and thus secured Pooh Corner’s immediate future. Here, Neil brings us upto-date with their plans: We took over from the previous owners on January 25th, making us the third owners since the creation of Pooh Corner back in the 70’s.

The process took some 12 months, including, among other things, presenting a 100-page business plan to the bank! All I can say is that anyone who says that buying a house is stressful should never attempt to buy a house and a business at the same time! Top of our list was adding a more educational feel; we spent much of last year sourcing some amazing items for a new ‘Pooh-seum’ that we’ll be opening before

the summer. We have items as far back as 1924, highlighting the diversity of Winnie the Pooh worldwide.

Sam (my wife) and myself were always Pooh fans, I still have a hardback version of Winnie the Pooh, received on my 8th Birthday inscribed by a family member telling me it was a favourite of hers.

Sam and her mother did many Pooh cross-stitches and other creative things with the characters. And since we’ve been together (22 years) we’ve always had Pooh items around the house as a memory of our childhood.

We often get asked if we are true fans and can genuinely say yes, we do feel amazingly lucky to be here and live in the wonderful village of Hartfield.

Ultimately, we see our role as custodians of Pooh Corner, giving it a focus for the future, ensuring those who travel to the sites have somewhere to visit as part of the overall

experience, we’re certainly not in the centre of that experience as the Ashdown Forest does all the work, but we love chatting to those who walk in after a trip to the forest.

One of the biggest challenges to date has been learning other languages to greet the many wonderful visitors. Some have travelled thousands of miles and others have travelled a few hundred feet, but they are all welcome!

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by Agnes Brush in the 1940’s and pre-Disney board games, some wonderful signed items or personal items from Christopher Milne. A revised menu will soon look after

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There was one moment when we realised we had such a responsibility with Pooh fans when a lovely Japanese gentleman walked in on our first day, my hands were full of Tiggers and Poohs and he looked at me, looked at the teddies, look back at me and exclaimed ‘Mr Pooh?’, before I knew it was thrust outside to meet his wife and daughter who had travelled all the way over from Osaka to visit the 100 Acre Wood. That’s what it’s all about, a worldwide community and the responsibility for this bear (and his friends) as he heads towards his 100th Birthday.

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Smugglers, Sunday 12th May

Smugglers garden has a wonderful view towards Ashdown Forest over to 500 acre wood. It is very much a spring garden with an array of colourful rhododendrons and azaleas. If the season is late, the camellias may still be out. It is wheel chair friendly as the owner has a disabled son. Refreshments available. Dogs on a lead. 2pm to 6pm, £5 per person. Hoadleys Lane, Crowborough, TN6 1TH. Honnington Farm Gardens, Wednesday 15th May The seven acres of mixed formal and also wilder, more natural areas have been developed through a plantswoman’s love of colour and a determination to preserve and encourage wildlife. The garden

continues to evolve and contains a variety of habitats including dry gravel areas, woodland walks, several pools, rosebeds, vegetable plots and greenhouses. Open garden and lunch £20: the garden will be open from 12pm, but lunches will be served between 12:30pm – 1:30pm. Buffet lunch will be

cold meats, quiches, salads, roll and butter, a variety of desserts and a glass of wine and soft drinks. Open garden and tea £6: tea & homemade cake will be served between 2:30pm to 4:30pm. Some areas have limited wheelchair access. Sorry, no dogs. 12 – 4:30pm. Vauxhall Lane, Southborough, TN4 0XD.

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Description: A peaceful and large garden in a beautiful setting on a hill with lovely views. During the past six years, and still work-inprogress, the gardens have been completely replanted

Beautiful 9 acre country property (not open) with gardens containing a delightful array of azaleas, acers, rhododendrons and camellias, interplanted with an abundance of spring bulbs. The very pretty cottage garden has interesting examples of topiary and unusual plants. Jacob sheep graze the surrounding pastures. Mainly flat and no steps. 2 to 5pm, admission £5. Wheelchair access, no dogs. Alice Bright Lane, Crowborough. TN6 3SH.

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SATURDAY 6TH APRIL J S Bach Mass in B Minor. East Grinstead Choral Society presents an authentic-sounding performance with Meridian Ensemble (leader George Clifford) on period instruments and, reflecting the style of the time, introducing solo voices within choruses. At 7pm, Jubilee Community Centre, Charlwoods Road, East Grinstead, RH19 2HL. SATURDAY 6TH APRIL Groombridge Horticultural Society Spring Show.

All welcome to come along and view the show. Free entrance and delicious teas and cakes available.

Open from 2:30pm with prize-giving at 4pm, Groombridge Village Hall.

SATURDAY 6TH APRIL Lambing Day at Tablehurst Community Farm.

Please join us for our lambing day – your chance to see the mother sheep and their babies close up and personal. Our café will be open for hot breakfasts from 9am, and you can visit the lambs in the sheep barn from 10am until 4pm. We will have some activities for younger children, a bit of live music, and food.

Everyone is welcome. There is no charge for entry to the event. Tablehurst Farm, Forest Row, RH18 5DP. THURSDAY 11TH APRIL Mid Sussex Association National Trust. Talk: 'The Medieval Art of Love and Life' by Patricia Wright.

At 2:30pm, Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 3DN. THURSDAY 11TH APRIL Undressing Antiques: A persuasive introduction to buying antiques and integrating and using them in today’s homes. “Antiques Roadshow’s Mark Hill will explain to Arts Society Ashdown Forest the state of the antiques market and the different meanings of the word “value”. He will look at what current and future generations of collectors are buying, why they are buying it and how they are displaying it.

This lecture could make us look at our possessions in a different light. Refreshments. Members free, Guests £6. At 2pm, Crowborough Community Centre, Pine Grove, TN6 1FE. THURSDAY 11TH APRIL The Great Groombridge History Quiz by the Groombridge History Group. You are welcome to test your knowledge of all things historic at our fun quiz night. Prizes for the winning team. Nibbles and a glass of wine for everyone. Non-members are very welcome. Don't worry if you are on your own or in a couple - we can put together teams on the evening.

Members £1.50. Non-members £2.50. At 8pm, Groombridge Village Hall.

THURSDAY 11TH APRIL Arts Society Ashdown Forest. In a return visit Hilary Williams of the British Museum introduces us to the medics, lawyers, bourgeoisie, burghers, clerics and family members who were Rembrandt’s subjects. With the help of illustrations, we will see how Rembrandt offers a brilliant window onto a spectacular age. At 2pm, Crowborough Community Centre, TN6 1FE. FRIDAY 12TH APRIL Film: The Happy Prince at Pine Grove Pictures.

Tickets £8 (with reductions if you become a member) from the Community Centre Office or on the door. Doors open 7pm, film starts at 8pm, Crowborough Community Centre.

SATURDAY 13TH APRIL RSPCA South Godstone Easter Fair. Lots of games and competitions on offer for all the family, and of course an Easter Egg Hunt for the kids. £3 per child.

Every child gets a prize for taking part. With a fantastic BBQ and delicious homemade cakes, there really will be something for everyone! Free parking. 11am - 4 pm, RSPCA South Godstone Animal Centre, RH9 8JB. SATURDAY 13TH APRIL Craft & Artisan Market at Bridge Cottage. We have some wonderfully talented local crafters and artisans at this market who have made their items to sell with love & passion. Each month we have both new & existing stallholders so there is always something different to browse. Come along, entry is free 9am - 4pm, High Street, Uckfield, TN22 1AZ. SATURDAY 13TH APRIL Tallis to Tavener - 500 Years of English Choral Music. Crowborough Choral Society, under the leadership of conductor, Mark Beesley, are performing a programme representing five centuries of English choral music, including a complete performance of John Rutter’s Magnificat.

The soprano soloist is Ffion Edwards and the organist is Andrew Wilson. At 7:30 pm, St Denys Church, Rotherfield, TN6 3FD. WEDNESDAY 17TH APRIL 'Maintaining muscle and joint health' at the Horder Centre. Expert Physiotherapists will be giving a talk on the management of hip and knee pain and will also be holding a 30 minute taster session of standing Pilates. The event is free of charge but places are limited. Please book your place by calling 01892 620938. For more information please visit horderhealthcare.co.uk. 5:15pm to 6:45pm.

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THURSDAY 18TH APRIL Spring Show followed by Gardeners Question Time with Jean Griffin. At 8:15pm, The Village Hall in Felbridge.

SATURDAY 27TH APRIL Art for All. Hartfield’s annual community art event.

A day of free creative activities for all ages, this year with a “Monster” theme. Explore slow motion light photography, carve in clay or play your part in creating giant communal artworks. Refreshments available. Drop in any time and try as many activities as you like. 10am to 4pm, St Mary’s Church, Hartfield.

Organised by Hartfield Arts & Theatre Society. Contact Alison Berry 01892 770714 or alisonberry28@yahoo. com. At 10am - 4pm, St Mary's Church, Hartfield.

SATURDAY 27TH APRIL Haywards Heath Music Society presents a recital by celebrated pianist Samson Tsoy, winner of many international music prizes including the 9th Campillos International Piano Competition in Spain.

Performance begins at 7:30pm in St Wilfrid’s Church, Church Road Haywards Heath. Tickets at the door £15. www.haywardsheathmusicsociety.org.uk.

SATURDAY 27TH APRIL Antiques Collectables & Vintage Fair. Our Antiques, collectables and vintage fairs attracts stallholders from Surrey, Kent & Sussex each bringing with them a diverse range of items to browse & buy. From small items of furniture to beautiful jewellery and collectables there is something for everyone at realistic prices. Come along, entry is free. At 9am - 4pm, Bridge Cottage, High Street, Uckfield, TN22 1AZ. TUESDAY 30TH APRIL Talk 'Fables of Witchcraft'. By Anthony Smith, curator of the Priest House, West Hoathly. He has a fund of knowledge of plants and herbs that have been the source of traditional medication. The renewed interest in such plants for medicinal use makes a fascinating study of this aspect of the past.

At 8pm, Danehill Memorial Hall, RH17 7HS. SATURDAY 4TH MAY Plant sale. The Tuesday Group are holding a Plant Sale (and serving tea and coffee) in aid of Care after Combat, the charity we are supporting this year.10am till 12, The Horsted Club. Horsted Keynes, RH17 7AE. SATURDAY 4TH MAY Crowborough & Rotherfield Art Exhibition and sale of art work by members, cafe, homemade cakes, second-hand art books and art materials for sale.

Sale of greetings cards. At 10am - 4pm, All Saints Church Hall, Chapel Green, Crowborough, TN6 1ED.

SUNDAY 5TH MAY RSPCA South Godstone Car Boot Sale. Buyers: 50p admission charge. Free parking + disabled parking.

Sellers: all vehicles £10, trailers £3. Pay on entry. Set up from 8:30am, gates open to buyers at 9:30am.

Light refreshments. All funds go to help the animals at the centre. Dogs welcome on lead. At 9:30am.

South Godstone, RH9 8JB. SUNDAY 5TH MAY Forest Row World Laughter Day Celebration.

To celebrate World Laughter Day, local laughter facilitator Sam Rehan will run a donation-based group laughter session. Raffle too. All proceeds will go to the charity Pericles. Suitable for everyone and all ages. Join in as little or as much as you want. No previous experience needed. Just bring a willingness to laugh. Laughter is health boosting! At 2:30pm – 4pm, Peter Griffits Hall, Forest Row Village Hall.

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