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Ashdown Forest

Dear Residents Welcome to the first edition of the Ashdown Forest Living.

This is a business & community publication serving the residents of Ashdown Forest & surrounds. Our purpose is to connect local businesses, community groups & charities to people in & around this beautiful area.

We hope you take the time to look through and enjoy the publication. Feedback of every kind is most welcome especially from local charities and community groups for which promotion, through this publication, would be of great benefit.

We are extremely lucky to live on or near the Ashdown Forest and certainly many would agree that this is a binding focal point for residents living rurally, in villages and in the bordering towns in this area. We intend for the publication to be used to the benefit of the this area through featuring local articles of interest, all of the many goings-on & promoting local businesses here & nearby.

This month we are lucky to feature Nick Weston, author of Tree House Diaries: How to live wild in the woods and his story of rediscovering his roots… (see page 8) Another feature: the Ashdown Art & Artworks groups of Forest Row, who are creating a truly blossoming hub for artists in this area.

SafePoint, the internationally renowned Ashdown Forest based charity tells us about their amazing work & global challenge.

Finally, we hope you make the most of the summertime and thank you for any feedback given, it is all welcome.

All the best, Tally & Chris Ashdown Forest Living Team

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Contents Truroots

Living

6

Rachel Ricketts

7

Rachel Ricketts Weightloss

13

“…to the trees”

8,9

Penumbra Blinds

10

Ashdown Arts & Artworks

14

Tabell Ghyll Walk

16,17

NHS Dental Care

17

Diana Beauty

21

Trivia & Sudoku

22

JDC Building

23

Little Kickers Competition

25

SafePoint

24

MRM Plastering

27

What’s On

28,29

Index, Useful numbers, Solutions

30

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“Mr Ghullam has been known to us

Truroots

for the last five years. In that time he has undertaken jobs for us to a consistently high standard. He is always punctual, efficient and reliable. As well as being professional in his work, he is also a trustworthy, polite and pleasant man.”

Mr and Mrs A Drysdale, Hartfield, East Sussex

Having graduated from Sparsholt

Zohair had the opportunity to set

woodland work at times of year

College where Zohair took a B

up his own business, TRUROOTS.

when plants and wildlife will not

Based in Forest Row most of

be disturbed. His clients regularly

tech in Countryside Management he spent a year as a trainee forester with the National Trust in Norfolk. He continued to gain experience in habitat management, management of

his regular clients live within a 10

comment on his politeness,

mile radius, but he has taken on

efficiency, tidiness and attention

several jobs further afield.

to detail.

Zohair has strong conservation

ancient woodlands, forestry &

and ecological ethics. Using, for

deer management. It was after 5

example, bio oils in machinery

years working as forester & deer

wherever possible and carrying

manager on a private estate that

out major hedge cutting and

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….to the trees Article by Nick Weston, Author Tree House Diaries: How to live wild in the wood

There is a tree, not too far from goat’s cross roads, a grand old Scots pine with it’s lowest branch just within the grasp of a 8 year old. I used to climb to the top of the pine and simply gaze out upon the rolling hills of Sussex until they climaxed with the rise of the South Downs. To a small boy it seemed like the end of the earth, but I knew then, just as I do now that out there was adventure, adventure so close, I could touch it, smell it and see it everyday.

Twenty years later and that tree still holds the same magic it did all those years ago. I was incredibly lucky to grow up on the forest, I had a playground the other side of the garden fence that in it’s own way has shaped the person I am today: from damming streams and building camps to stalking rabbits and climbing trees, all of these activities subtly encouraged by my parents, gave me more pleasure than a TV ever could.

The Bible for a young lad growing up on the forest was the SAS survival handbook, I still have mine: dogeared and stained with dirt, a tome of absolute self-sufficiency, but how often do we find ourselves in such extreme situations? Perhaps that is what prompted my six-month experiment living amongst the leaves? A return to the forest after five unfulfilling years of chasing the pound in the urban sprawl of London was more than just a new lease of life.

To create an existence with your bare hands is a wonderful thing indeed and that was exactly what I set out to achieve. We have become so far removed from our connection with the land, the subtle changes of the seasons and rarely appreciate the incredible landscape around us. By July 2010 • Ashdown Forest Living

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building a tree house from recycled and natural materials, planting a vegetable patch and adapting to the simple life of a hunter-gatherer, I was able see how many things we can do without, but above all, just how much we take for granted. So the next time, you step out onto the Ashdown forest, remember how lucky you are to have such a place on your doorstep, the adventure that it can offer and of course…all those trees to climb!

So what drives someone to give up conventional adult life and go back to basics? I suppose it was, in a sense, a wish to return to those carefree days of my youth in which anything seemed possible and the tree house was the manifestation of such dreams. At a time when the recession was in full swing, the only pressing

question I had to ask myself was…why not?

What began as an experiment to see if it was a lifestyle I could adhere to in the future soon became one in which I was thriving and thoroughly enjoying.

I feel truly honored to have had a book published about my experience and the chance to share it with anyone who is looking for something they feel they may have lost. The Tree House Diaries: How to live wild in the woods (Publisher: Collins & Brown) is more than just a manual on the trials and tribulations of stumbling selfsufficiency, it is a story of what can happen when you throw caution to the wind, get your hands on a P45 and take control of your own life…

Readers of the Ashdown Forest Living can purchase a copy of The Tree House Diaries: How to live wild in the woods for only £15.00 including free Uk p&p. Call 0870 787 1724 and quote reference CH1367. Offer ends 31st July 2010.

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Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Stuart Munday proprietor of Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control has been in the blinds/ shutter industry for 25 years.

factory (bordering the

He established his own business in 1990 and has built it up to where it’s now large enough to give the speed of service required but small enough to ensure a personal, quality service.

installation training both in the

Penumbra Blinds & Solar control are quality assured to ISO 9001. They have a local showroom to showcase all products, a large percentage of which they manufacture themselves at their Pembury

service.

Ashdown Forest area).

Every employee regularly attends product and UK and Germany Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control pride themselves on their “low pressure” approach to sales, the quality of products and their after sales

They are members of the British Blind and Shutter Association and the International Window Film

Call: 01892 825522 for a free & detailed quotation

Association.

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(Sales)

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Want a Beautiful Brand new Kitchen at a Sensible price?

KITCHENSBESPOKE Rachael Workman of Kitchens Bespoke has been a kitchen designer for over 20 years and worked with the most prestigious of companies in London & the South East. She now brings her wealth of experience to the local area to give you the highquality project management & design usually only associated with the most expensive kitchens.

Kitchens Bepoke prides itself on giving a personalised service with close attention to detail and a superior build quality.

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“The planning for our new kitchen was a smooth, friendly and fairly quick process with ample opportunity for our ideas to be considered.

The plans were accompanied by a specification including details of all units, work surfaces and appliances each fully costed.

The whole installation was well organised using known reliable craftsmen used to working to high standards.”

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Gardening Tips for JULY Article by Michael Dongray, Imberhorne Lane Nursery Proprietor

Shrubs.

Summer blooming shrubs should be pruned for shape after they have finished flowering. Remove any dead or diseased branches.

Fertilize flowering shrubs like Azaleas, Camellias and rhododendrons immediately after they have finished flowering with an ericaceous fertilizer.

Deadhead the developing seedpods from your Rhododendrons and Azaleas to improve next year’s blooms. Be careful not to damage next year’s buds, which may be hidden just below the pod.

Roses

Fruit & Vegetables Fertilize June bearing strawberries after the harvest, and everbearing varieties half way through the season.

Protect your fruit from the birds with netting.

Ensure adequate watering during dry spells.

Feed roses monthly throughout the summer.

Spray regularly with an organic insecticide and fungicide to keep pest and disease at bay.

Lawns

Miscellaneous

During dry spells raise the cutting height of the mower. Taller grass keeps the roots cooler and helps to preserve moisture in the soil longer.

Avoid using fertilizers in hot, dry weather.

Continue to deadhead annuals to increase flowering period.

Fertilize patio containers and tubs with a general purpose liquid feed.

Keep an eye out for slug and snail damage and treat accordingly.

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Ashdown Art & Artworks

Cathie Hubert Show organiser and painter for Artworks The Ashdown Art group are painters, installation artists, sculptors, photographers, musicians, actors, storytellers, woodworkers, jewel makers, glass artists etc. All residents are from the local area and have organised very successful shows in 2010 all over the village of Forest Row. Ashdown Forest has long been home to a wealth of artists and artisans of all sorts and the group is, for the very first time, bringing these artists and artisans together to exchange ideas and skills, support each other and help each other develop and promote their diverse and beautiful work as widely as possible.

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Managed by a committee of artists, the Ashdown Arts group and the visual artists group Artworks, are open to anyone who lives in or close to the Ashdown Forest area and who creates with their hands.

All are welcome, from established painters, sculptors and craftspeople to people who simply love to create and make things.

To become a member

of these groups contact Anne Marie Brody annemarie@brody.org.uk For more information about Artworks and future events for both groups, contact Cathie Hubert Email: cathscot@hotmail.com

Anna Rigano Artworks w second Prize Danehill Artinner Show

Exhibition, 1st to the 3rd of October at Forest Row Village Hall After a successful Paint and Draw Day where artists of all ages and styles met and produced beautiful works next to each other, the members of Artworks are now planning to show this work in a unique exhibition, 1st- 3rd of October.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for people to meet, enjoy and look at beautiful work ,” says Cathie Hubert, events co-ordinator for Artworks and Ashdown Art. “ It is a wonderful occasion to participate in a most creative way! All ages are welcome!”

For those who cannot attend, please go on drawing and painting, we will collect all the art in September. To register your work for the October show email Cathie or Anne Marie (details left)

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Farrells

- Driveways, Paving, Patios & Brickwork

Steve Farrell is a fully qualified Bricklayer, at the age of 21 he went to work for his father who was the biggest paving contractor in London in the 1980s and 1990s, called Farrell’s Paving.

paving is not just a business that wants to make money, it is a way of life.

This is what Steve says,

Steve Farrell learnt the paving business from his father who had large contracts all over London. For example: The Tower of London, St Catherine’s Dock, around the Cutty Sark and much much more.

“I want my business to grow and the only way to grow is to do great work to a high standard” And that’s what Farrells Paving is all about.

Steve moved down to Sussex in 1999 and has carried on the business since then. Farrell’s Paving has now grown in Sussex and has a great reputation in the area. They specialize in block pave drives and all types of patios.

Here’s a testimonial: So give them a ring and get a free quote.

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They can design drives and patios to help customers and give them fresh ideas.Farrell’s

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“Jane & I are delighted with our new wall. It has been admired by everyone from friends & family to neighbours & even the postman.

It was an absolute pleasure having the team working here. We would be happy to give you a glowing reference to prospective clients” M. Davey, Burgess Hill

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Tabell Ghyll Ashdown Forest Walk

With grateful thanks to the 1.75 miles/3km

scrub and trees. Such quarries Conservators & Friends of dot the Forest landscape Ashdown Forest Mapping andprovided roads.

From Linton’s carand park cross the road (with care)stone into for Ridge providing map,Walk out ofTypical heathland birds such as carIdeas park for (summer only). the rear past a seat onto information & photos. nightjar, stonechat, tree pipit & a grass path and in about 50m turn left onto a ride. Remain on woodlark usually breed in this are lucky to live in one of ignoring another that bears off thisWegently descending ride, area and the ride edges in the for most beautiful parts of the right, about 400m. particular are one of the best country, if you were thinking of places on the Forest (indeed a walk On taking both left and through right areAshdown linear quarries, in Sussex) to see, in May, the Forest to enjoy it, here is a walk now filled with scrub and trees. Such yellow flowers of the small you might like to consider: quarries dot the Forest landscape and spiny shrub, petty whin. u provided stone roads. Typical heathland Length: 1.75for miles/3km The ride bears left, then birds such as nightjar, stonechat, tree pipit right through a break in the From Linton’s car park cross and woodlark usually breed in this area and quarriesj and continues the road (with care) into the ride edges in particular are one of the descending for 400m to a Ridge car park (summer only). bestWalk places on the Forest (indeed in Sussex) metalled drive (Sandy Lane) out of the rear past a to see, May, the yellow of the k. On the left is a bowling seat in onto a grass path flowers and small spiny shrub, petty whin. green and ahead are the in about 50m turn left onto cricket pitch and pavilion a ride. Remain on this gently Cricket ride,then ignoring Thedescending ride bears left, right throughofa Coleman’s break in theHatch quarries Club v. On the hill-top in the thatdescending bears off right, andanother continues for 400m to a metalled drive (Sandy distance is Gills Lap Clump, for about 400m.

Lane) . On the left is a bowling green and ahead are the the Galleons Lap of the On both left and right are cricket pitch and pavilion of Coleman’s Hatch Cricket Club.

Winnie-the-Pooh books. One linear quarries, now filled with

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w 1920’s view over

Sandy Lane to distant Hill Lum Clump

old name for the Clump was The Camel’s Hump, from the shape formed by the silhouettes of its pine trees.

In the 1920s, when the picture (above) w was taken, there were very few trees on the surrounding slopes, just open heathland.

Cross the drive and walk to the right of the cricket pitch.

Where the ride divides, bear right, leaving the pitch, and bear right at the next divide after 300ml. The ride descends more steeply and swings right and downhill into woodland & to a bridge over a streamm.

This area is known as Tabell Ghyll. Its woodland is most unusual for the public part of the Forest with its many large trees, especially beech, and several hectares of planted sweet chestnut coppice. The area was sold off from the common land of the Forest in 1693 and only ‘returned’ during World War Two in exchange for the compulsory purchase of land elsewhere for military reasons.

In the map of 1931 (below) the heavily wooded Ghyll is in marked contrast to the heath

to the north of the stream – a reflection of different land use over 250 years.

On crossing the bridge there is a choice of routes: either continue up the track and follow it for 1.3 km, or turn right after about 15m and follow a small path that gradually climbs uphill parallel to the stream, and along an old boundary bank, for about 1.0 km. The two routes join up as they re-cross the stream higher up n.

x Redstart

© Daniel Trim

common in western Britain, they are a rare breeding species in the South East – indeed the Forest is by far the best place for them.

The sweet chestnut coppice to the left of the main track Follow the track until it emerges (after a further 500m) is a useful from the trees, and go straight source of wood to make poles across the grassy rideo towards for barriers, such as those by the road, with Linton’s car park the car parks. Throughout on the other side. y the Ghyll there are numerous paths through the undergrowth If you would like further made by fallow deer. A large information about walks in the population, wary of visitors Ashdown Forest or the work and their dogs, lives in private done by the Friends of Ashdown and military land nearby and Forest call: 01342 823583 or visit: at night moves elsewhere to www.ashdownforest.org feed. They eat all regrowth on coppiced chestnut and View North fom Lin tons eventually kill the trees in the carpark absence of any fencing.

In the spring the pale yellow heads of wild daffodil grow beside the stream. In the summer male redstarts x sing loudly from the tops of the beech trees. Although

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NHS Dental Care

hZgk^c\ i]Z adXVa Xdbbjc^in be friendly. We have a plasma screen showing before and after photos that we have carried out. The surgeries are equipped with live cameras and screens in which patients can view the state of their teeth real time.

Patients have found this to be an invaluable tool which helps them understand the condition of their teeth.

“Clients have commented on Just a short trip to Forest Row

Dr Harunani oversees several

the time the dentist spends with

and you’ll have access to the

successful Dental Centres across

them explaining the different

recently opened Riverview Dental

the South East, the Riverview

treatment options in a transparent

centre offering NHS Dental care.

Dental Centre being the most

manner. This has given them

Established at the end of last year

recent to open.

informed choice.

by Dr. Esmail Harunani founder or

On asking what he feels

“We are dedicated to quality

Harunani & Co Group of Dental

Riverview Dental Centre, being

and excellence and have

Surgeries. The centre serves the

an NHS Dentist, can offer clients

management systems which

local communities of Forest Row

he comments:

ensure that we deliver quality

& surrounding towns & villages.

“We have experienced

With modern decor, the use

ethical dentists who explain the

service consistently.”

There are currently 2 full time

of the latest equipment & a

treatment options clearly and are

dentists at Riverview Dental

high level of service, it boasts

transparent with their explanation

Surgery:

facilities rivalling any private

of costs.

dental surgery. Many local dental

“Even though we are treating

Dr Edita Wallace & Dr Willis Kabambe & a patient-friendly

patients have welcomed a new

patients on the NHS we have

administrative team to help you

local surgery offering NHS &

set up a modern state of the art

break down the jargon & reassure

Private dentistry alike. This includes

surgery, fully compliant with the

anxious patients.

treatment ranging from pain relief

appropriate health and safety

to cosmetic treatment enhancing

and decontamination guidelines.

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the appearance of your smile.

We have made the practice

needs call: 01342 823 004 Or

patient focused, which aims at

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Dental Surgeries was established

making the dental experience

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in 1986. With years of experience

pleasant for all patients. Our

time and see us & the services &

& the latest training in Dentistry,

waiting rooms are designed to

facilities we provide.

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the love of helping others to look & feel good about themselves inspired diana to become a professional beauty therapist...

Having suffered from problem skin and acne

diana always

problems herself, She was spurred on to finding

aims to keep herself

ways of tackling all skin & beauty problems and

up-to-date with

finding genuine solutions.

new technology by

being a fully qualified beauty therapist for 16

attending training

years she’s worked in clinics across the country &

courses to gain

is now based in east grinstead running her own

knowledge about

business, “diana’s beauty Secret”.

new products & services. this enables her to

Only using the best skin care and make up

assist clients with a wider range of needs & wants.

products available with advanced technology, she

here are just some of the beauty services

prides herself on not compromising quality. Products

she provides: facial treatments, various types of

contain only natural ingredients to give the best

massage, make up, hair removal (wax / sugar),

results, as clients see in a short space of time.

eyelash and brow tinting and more...

With many satisfied regular clients, here is a testimonial from one of them, with genuine before & after photos...

“Diana, my skin care angel!

“Diana started giving me facial skin care treatments on a weekly basis; during which I found myself feeling a sense of calm, beauty (which I hadn’t felt in years!) and confidence. After only 3 treatments I could before

after

see a vast improvement... my personality and self esteem was finally returning!

“I will continue to have treatments with Diana to uphold my new found ever increasing beautiful skin and will continue to recommend her.”

Call Diana at “Diana’s Beauty Secret” to book an appointment and to receive more information about her services: 01342 326205 or 07533 554804

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Trivia & Sudoku

Sudoku 1. (medium)

Quick Quiz

Can you score 10/10?

1: 2:

Which 2 elements make up water?

What is Paul McCartney’s first name (Paul is his middle name)?

3: To which group of mammals do apes & monkeys belong ?

4: They can be complex, vulgar or mixed, what are they?

5: Which is the largest joint in the body?

6: Wuthering Heights is a classic novel by which author?

7: A “Black mamba” is what type of creature?

8: Where in the body is the labyrinth?

9: In “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” whom else did Alice join at the tea party along with the Mad hatter & Dormouse?

10: Which country is the home of “feta cheese”?

Sudoku 2. (hard)

Answers on p.30

Quotes to ponder...

“It’s not that I’m so smart, it’s just that I stay with problems longer.”

- Albert Einstein

Sudoku 3.(hard)

“The fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storm terrible, but they have never found these dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore.”

- Vincent van Gogh “The trouble with most people is that they think with their hopes or fears or wishes rather than with their minds.”

- Will Durant “It is a wise father that knows his own child.”

- William Shakespeare July 2010 • Ashdown Forest Living

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JDC Building Extensions • Garages • Brickwork

Chimney Stacks • Driveways • Pathways & Patio’s Duncan Clark of JDC Building

Duncan thoroughly enjoys

has 15 years of experience

what he does and takes an

in the building trade. He

enormous amount of pride in his

considers himself lucky to

work and in his relationships with

have apprenticed with an “old

his clients.

school” builder and is now fully

He genuinely cares about the

qualified in Construction and Project Management. His work within the Sussex area has been extensive, from building houses, extensions, re-constructing

He takes great care to ensure that his work is of a consistent high standard. His customers are always impressed by his work ethic and his friendly, calm

standard of service he provides,

nature. Everyone remarks how

and is consciencious right down

clean and tidy he is.

to the last stroke of his broom when clearing up at the end of the day! He understands the

ancient chimney stacks, etc!

within the local area.

He is fully insured and gives guarantees.

importance of making his clients

With so much local experience

experience as stress free as

he likes to think he is sensitive to

possible, as he intends to build

the needs of the locality.

year upon year his reputation

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It’s Summer time, why not come down and try out our delicious cocktails? Bring this advert with you when you eat at our restaurant and get a cocktail of your choice free! www.MountainRangeRestaurants.com *Some conditions apply. Can only be used when purchasing food and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Please ask a member of staff before using the Voucher. Valid until 1.9.10.

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The Little Kickers programme went national in 2002 for children from 18 months to 7yrs old and works on the basis that children are much more likely to learn if their imaginations are engaged and skills are introduced through play. Originally developed and is regularly enhanced by FA qualified coaches and nursery school teachers, with ongoing input from child health specialists.

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Ashdown Forest based Charity

SafePoint Trust

& their global challenge Mums taking the challenge

Background Marc Koska OBE has worked tirelessly over the last 25 years on Global Healthcare with a particular focus on Injection Safety. After spending years researching the syringe industry Marc invented an AD (Auto Disable) syringe – the K1, that physically prevents re-use.

To-date Marc and the K1 have been credited with saving well over 9 Million lives, but product alone will never stop this silent epidemic, which is why Marc set up The SafePoint Trust in 2006.

The main purpose of SafePoint is to use information to solve this basic healthcare need and this is achieved by delivering hard-hitting, powerful public awareness campaigns. Marc and SafePoint have two approaches: first they work hard to ensure that the public are educated at grass root level, through short public information films and secondly they lobby extensively for legislation change at ministerial level.

Shocking facts & figures: Each and every year due to unsafe injections there are: • • • • • • • •

23,000 HIV Infections 1,000,000 Hepatitis C Infections 21,000,000 Hepatitis B Infections RESULTING IN 1,300,000 DEATHS EACH YEAR (WHO, World Health Organisation, figures) Malaria kills 1,000,000, so this silent epidemic kills more people each year (according to the WHO) At least 50% of injections given were unsafe (report written by WHO) A syringe is used on average 7 times in the developing world Every 24 seconds a child dies as a result of an unsafe injection

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Marc Koska

Global Challenge: Climbing Killimangaro & Tanzania A team of five mums will climb Kilimanjaro at the end of October, raising enough money to donate 2 Million syringes to Tanzania. The syringes will be presented to Hon Prof. David Mwakyusa, Health Minister, once the team have completed the climb. SafePoint are raising this money through corporate (or personal) donations of £5,000, for more information or a sponsorship pack, please contact: info@safepointtrust.org.

Tanzania are at the forefront of safe healthcare in Africa, they are to become one of only two countries converted to using AD syringes in this ECSA (East, Central & Southern Africa) Region. With a policy in place, trained healthcare workers and a public information film donated by SafePoint, they are ready to reduce country medical costs and ease the HIV / Hepatitis disease burden. More importantly with this donation we will ensure they have enough product to stock their 26 regions at the start of this initiative.

Further information: www.marckoska.com www.safepointtrust.org.

Telephone: 01825 713722

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Are you fed up with looking at your artexed ceilings and / or walls?

MRM Plastering Services can make them smooth with minimal fuss, mess and at a reasonable cost.

Plus you can keep your existing coving to leave

MRM Plastering Services

For all your plastering requirements • Skimming over artex etc.

• Tacking

you with a ready

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to paint, smooth

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surface. You will also receive discounts when booking in muliple ceilings/walls. As MRM Plastering are specialists in the smoothing over of textured ceilings and walls you would get the result you want.

Proprietor, Matthew has over 15 years experience under his belt in commercial & domestic areas of building work covering all of the South East. Being

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born & bred in this area (Ashurst wood) he’s now concentrating his business here and so can deliver quality work to residential customers in the Ashdown Forest area.

Here is what a former employer says:

“Matthew is a dedicated professional. He carries out work to a high standard, is clean, tidy, friendly and reliable. Our clients continue to comment on his professionalism.”

Valley Builders Ltd.

Not only can he assist with all your plastering needs but help you through any building projects you may be embarking on.

Feel free to give him a call for advice and a free & detailed quo tation.

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What’s On – July 2010

Some Events in & around the Ashdown Forest area If you have an event in the Ashdown Forest area you would like publicised here email: info@ashdownforestliving.co.uk Saturday, 17th July Wivelsfield Village Day: 10am - 4:30pm will be a Village Day in the Village Hall. Harris’ Traditional Funfair; A Climbing Wall; A Miniature Steam Railway; Fire Engine rides; Smarter Living Trailer from Lewes District Council; A fun Companion Dog Show. In the main arena there will be a Tug-of-War competition, and children’s football match, as well as a Donkey Derby. Wivelsfield Recreation Ground, Eastern Road East Sussex RH17 7QG Sunday, 18th July Wivelsfield Village Day: At 10:30am you will be welcomed with tea & biscuits. A service will be lead

by Christopher Breeds at 11:15am in the Village Hall.

This will be followed by a picnic on the green - please go to www.thebiglunch.com for more information.

Please bring your own picnic but puddings will be supplied by the church. In the afternoon there will be a cricket match (and hopefully cream tea!)

Garden Party in aid of Amnesty International Spanden, London Road, Forest Row, 2:30pm - 6:pm Contact: Brian Infield on 01342 822777 Rock Climbing - One Day Introduction Course This One Day Course will introduce you to Rock Climbing and inspire you to continue the sport.

The day will introduce you to moving on rock and climbing with ropes. An action packed day; you will have an enjoyable experience with a professional and experienced instructor. 10 am - 4 pm. £90, includes all equipment. Please bring a packed lunch.

Over 18’s only.Harrison’s Rocks, Groombridge Kent TN3 9NJ www.rockclimbingclasses.co.uk/Oneday Wednesday, 28th July Tunbridge Wells Acoustic Music Club Bluegrass and other Acoustic Music - jam session led by the Hop-Pickers; musicians welcome, 8pm. The Beacon, Tea Garden Lane, Rusthall, Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 9JH Saturday, 24th July Outdoor theatre: The Secret Garden - Frances Hodgson Burnett’s classic tale of a young orphaned girl who finds the key to friendship and happiness by unlocking her Uncle’s secret garden. Gather family and friends, pack a summer picnic and come and experience the world of the Secret Garden July 2010 • Ashdown Forest Living

in Heartbreak style – suitable for all who believe in magic, particularly 6yrs upwards. 01342 323029. 6pm - 8pm Standen, East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 4NE 25 July, Sunday Brass Band & PicnicDescription. Bring a picnic and enjoy the sounds of the Adur Concert Band (Brass Band) all within the beautiful surroundings of the garden.11 – 4pm, Borde Hill Gardens, RH16 1XP. Tel: 01444-450326 Thursday 12 August Bird Walk for children and beginners at Old Lodge at 14.00. Come and take a bird walk on the Forest with one of our Centre volunteers (a member of the Ashdown Forest Bird Group). The walk is about an hour long and is aimed at both children and beginners. Please bring a pair of binoculars. There is a small charge of £1.00 per child and £2.00 per adult payable to the walk leader. No unaccompanied children please. For more details call the Forest Centre. For more information please email tracy@ ashdownforest.org The Uckfield Festival Runs from Friday 9th – Sunday 18th July.

There are numerous events all of which we couldn’t feature here. Below are just a few tasters. For full information visit: uckfieldfestival.co.uk Saturday 10th July 2010 10am – 4pm Uckfield Festival Big Day on Luxford Field, TN22 1AE French market, street performers, arena events, 100 pitches from local societies and businesses.

1.30pm Amazing High Street procession Students from Uckfield Community Technology College’s own carnival organisation, Spiritus, join forces with children from local primary schools to present this year’s procession project, Imagination Our Nation.

Sunday 11th July 2010 12 – 4pm Electric Car Grand Prix This year 20 schools take part in this amazing event where Uckfield’s young people race wheel to wheel in the electric

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cars that they have helped to construct.

Saturday 17th July 10am - 12.00 Hempstead Meadows Open Day Free refreshments and a guided walk through the reserve with Dr Martyn Stenning. Beside the River Uck and behind the Co-operative supermarket car park.

10am – 10pm Dance Explosion returns to the festival with 12 hours of non-stop dance. Taster classes and workshops available to every age and ability.

Sunday, 18th July 2pm Churches Together Annual Family Fun Day A great family afternoon - and it’s all free! Games, bouncy castles, crafts and fun for all the family. There is also a ‘Songs of Praise’ time during the afternoon.

Luxford Field, TN22 1AE 7.30pm Festival Last Night Dance Party with the Jive Aces, the UK’s Number One Swing and Jive Band!

Great rhythm, screaming horns and slapping bass.

With music and dance from the 40s, 50s and 60s it’s going to be a wild evening! Dress in the decade of your choice, with prizes for best dressed party-goers!

Uckfield Civic Centre, TN22 1AE Tickets £10 Concessions £8 Gardens Open for Charity July/August Below are just a few of the many gardens open for charity in this area (National Garden Scheme). For more information visit: www.egs.org.uk Latchetts, Danehill.

Fascinating, beautifully kept, country garden, now 8 acres. Many new features. Fine lawns, colourful borders, unusual plants. Christian walled garden, ponds, water features, wild flower meadow, vegetables in raised beds. Mound, Sunken Garden, Scary Path, Fern Stumpery, variety, humour and interest throughout. Safari Hunt for children.

Open: 16, 17 July; 6, 7 Aug (1.30-5.30); Tel: 01825 790237;RH17 7HQ Clinton Lodge, Fletching 6-acre formal and romantic garden, overlooking parkland, with old roses, double herbaceous borders, yew hedges, pleached lime walks, copy of C17 scented herb garden, medieval-style potager, vine and rose allée, wild flower garden. Canal garden, small knot garden and shady glade. Open: 26 July; 2, 9 Aug (2-5.30);Tel: 01825 722952; TN22 3ST Penns in the Rocks , Groombridge Large wild garden with rocks, lake, C18 temple and old walled garden with herbaceous, roses and shrubs. House (not open) part C18. Dogs under control in park only (no shade in car park). Open: 8 Aug (2.30-5.30); Tel: 01892 864244; TN3 9PA The Hundred House, Framfield Delightful garden with panoramic views set in the

grounds of the historic The Hundred House. Fine C17 stone ha ha. 1½-acre garden with mixed herbaceous borders, productive vegetable garden, greenhouse, ancient yew tree, pond area with some subtropical plants, secret woodland copse and orchard. Beech hedge, field and butterfly walk. Open: Sunday 25th July (2-5); TN22 5RU

The Ashdown Forest Tourism Association (AFTA) What is the Ashdown Forest Tourism Association?

AFTA is a business group of around a 100 tourism associated organisations based on or near the Ashdown Forest.

The group was started in 2004 is run by a committee of members with some admin support. Members include a wide range of organisations which are listed under the categories of : Places to Stay: such as Bed and Breakfasts and Camp sites up to 5 Star Hotels Places to Eat: such as pubs, restaurants, tea rooms and wine bars Places to Visit: such as farm shops, animal parks and craft centres Local Shopping: such as antique and gift shops, farm shops and craft shops Business Services – such as Printers and Map Makers What are the aims of the group?

» » »

to build a strong business support network across the Ashdown Forest area to promote and develop sustainable tourism on the Forest to ensure that a business voice is included in local decision making.

What are the benefits of Joining AFTA?

» »

» » » »

Location and category listing on our website - www.ashdownforest.com Location. category listing and description of your organisation on our member’s map (20k copies printed in Spring 2010) Preferential rate for joint membership with Tourism South East Free link from our website to members websites Regular newsletter and members meetings plus joint marketing ventures Dedicated email and phone support

For further information about AFTA or for a copy of our new map please contact : Barbara Hibbart: E : ashdownforest@hotmail.co.uk T : 01435 863091

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Index

- Support Local Business

Beauty Muse Makeup 11 Diana Beauty 20 Blinds & Curtains Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control 10 Elizabeth Designs 31 Café/Function Venue /Restaurant/Bar The Swan, Mountain Range Restaurant 24 Yew Lodge 24 Car Maintenance Mobile Car Valeting 21 Children’s Outdoor Products Allium 31 Dental Riverview Dental Centre 18,19 Fitness/Health/Wellbeing Lotte Berk Fitness Studio 21 Family Chiropractic Clinic 11 Michael Wall 12 Garden Services/Centres Green Machines 31 Imberhorne Lane Nursery 13 JH Vartan 31 NTC Landscapes 20 Pete Payne 31 Home Maintenance Services JDC Building Services 23 Farrells Paving 15 Mid Sussex Timber 2 MRM Plastering 27 Storaheat 25 Kitchens Bespoke Kitchens 12 Pest Control APM 25 Schools/Performing Arts Schools/Children’s Activities Bullfrog Productions 5 Little Kickers 25 Fonthill Lodge 21 Weightloss Rachel Ricketts Weightloss 7,32 Woodland Management Truroots 6

Solutions and answers 1: 2: 3: 4: 5:

Hydrogen & Oxyden James Primates fractions knee joint

6: 7: 8: 9: 10:

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Useful Contacts Ashdown Forest Living covers all of the Ashdown Forest area & nearby, so please let us know if there’s a contact you would like to see listed here: info@ashdownforestliving Crowborough Library Pine Grove Crowborough TN6 1DH Phone – renewals: 0345 60 80 195 Phone – enquiries: 0345 60 80 196 Forest Row Library The Community Centre, Hartfield Road Forest Row RH18 5DZ Phone: renewals: 0345 60 80 195 Phone – enquiries: 0345 60 80 196 Uckfield Library Library Way, High Street, Uckfield TN22 1AR Phone – renewals: 0345 60 80 195 Phone – enquiries: 0345 60 80 196 Citezens Advice Bureaux Crowborough: 01892 655303 Uckfield: 01825 764940 East Grinstead: 0844 477117 0845 607999 Sussex Police (non-emergencies) Crowborough Police Station: 01323 414098 01444 445927 Uckfield Police Station: Ashdown Forest Health Centre 01342 822131 Crowborough Community Health Point: 01892 653311 Wealden District Council 01323 443322 or 01892 653311 01444 458166 Mid Sussex District Council: Bells Yew Green Parish Council 01892 783292 Buxted Parish Council 01435 812757 01825 740570 Danehill Parish Council Fletching Parish Council: 01892 660235 Forest Row Parish Coucil 01342 822661 01892 750565 Frant Parish Council: Hartfield Parish Council 01342 834409 Lindfield Rural Parish Council 01444 831 499 01825 714555 Maresfield Parish Council 01892 661656 Withyham Parish Council Wivelsfield Parish Council 01444 471703 Suduko 1

Suduko 2

Emily Bronte snake ear March hare Greece info@ashdownforestliving.co.uk • tel: 01342 300152

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Blinds & Curtains *Made to Measure*

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