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Dear Residents, Whats inside this month Welcome to the February Issue.

This is the month of St. Valentine, so we are very pleased to bring you a famous but tumultuous local love story: Henry & Anne. See page 26.

A local man from Forest Row is in the midst of one of the most gruelling charity challenges we’ve every seen: crossing the Atlantic solo!

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NEWS FROM WAKEHURST WESTWOOD VALLEY The work on Westwood Valley is bang on schedule to finish at the end of March.

The aim is to open up the area by extensive tree removal and pruning. This will allow the remaining trees to flourish and grow into their natural shapes rather than being stunted by trees growing so close on either side.

Ed Ikin, Head of Landscape and Horticulture at Wakehurst, said that it was a project that had bought together several teams that work on the estate in the best possible way.

He said: “There is an amazing spirit by all the teams – gardens, logistics and the arboriculture team.

“It is an important project and is of great value because not only is it opening up the views but making rare plants easier for people to view and enjoy. The trees such as birches and maples can also be enjoyed by our visitors in a much more visible way.”

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Rowfant Brickworks and the Terry Family LOCAL HISTORY NOTES

by Dorothy Hatswell of the East Grinstead Museum

It is unclear when the brickworks were actually built, but from the inscription on one of the bricks in our collection, J Terry March 20 1843, it would appear that they probably started production on, or about, that date.

This specific brick was not for use however; there was no frog to hold the mortar. It was obviously a one-off commemorative item. Sir Curtis was in residence at Rowfant at about this period as his oldest son, Norman, was born at Worth in 1851, and not at his London residence in St George’s Square.

The brickworks at Rowfant were built by Sir Curtis Lampson. He was an American fur trader, who is chiefly known for his promotion of the Transatlantic Telegraph Cable. He had his country seat at Rowfant House and used part of his estate for the site. Lampson recognised the use that the Sussex clay could be put to. The London to Brighton Railway had recently opened and there was a demand for new houses in the area, both for workers and for the gentry who could now reach the capital easily for their businesses and have their families enjoying the fresh air of the countryside.

The first manager of the brickworks was Philip Wale Terry. He had been born June 4th 1806 and baptised a month later at Worth Church.

He was the illegitimate son of Sarah Terry. His unusual second name could possibly indicate his father. Wale was a surname in the area at that period and it was not uncommon for mothers to indicate the father in this way.

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Sarah herself was born in 1777 and died in 1825, in East Grinstead. Philip’s second daughter was named after her.

The high quality bricks were taken to Rowfant Station for transport. By 1878 the company had its own dedicated sidings at the station and sixty workers on site. Philip died in 1872 at the age of 65. He had earlier been succeeded as manager by his youngest son, James (the one who went to “Oxford”), who had worked with his father for many years.

In the 1871 Census Philip still called himself a brickmaker. He was now living in West Street, East Grinstead, with his second wife, Harriet. Next door were James and Isabella, née Greenaway, James’s first wife, whom he had married in 1865. They had eight children.

Isabella died in 1885 and James had remarried the following year. His new wife, Emma Kenward, gave him a further five children.

In the 1841 Census, Philip Wale Terry is shown living in Crawley Down and described as an agricultural labourer. Also his wife, Louisa, née Owden, and their five oldest children.

Ten years later, they were at Tandridge and he now described himself as a brickmaker. This also seems to confirm that the brickworks were opened at some date between those ten years. His two oldest sons, Thomas and George, were also working with him as brickmakers, while nine-year-old James was at school with his two sisters.

An interesting piece of information came from James’s obituary: he had always joked that he had “gone to Oxford”. It turns out to be not the university, but a George Oxford who ran a small school at Turners Hill. George’s married daughter, Ann Cucksey, continued with the school for some years, after his death in 1852.

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Three of James’s sons served in the First World War. It was reported in the local paper that 2nd Corporal Walter R. Terry came home on leave from France for the second time. Sadly, their youngest son, Stanley, was killed in action on November 12 1916 while serving with the Royal Sussex Regiment. He is buried in the Philosophe British Cemetery at

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A map of 1910 shows the railway line on the site and seven kilns, three circular and four rectangular. In 1913 the decision was taken to demolish the 110 feet high chimney at the works. Many, including James Terry himself, were not in favour. On May 5th the chimney failed to collapse, despite two charges being laid by the steeplejack. It was promised, initially, that if it survived for half an hour, it would be repaired. The chimney did stand for that thirty minutes but it was subjected to a third explosive charge and finally fell, much to James Terry’s dismay.

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The brickworks continued until after the Second World War. It was owned by George Wells in 1925, who twenty years later sold it to William Harbour. It finally closed in the early 1960s. The site is now occupied by the Rowfant Business Park.

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This Valentines don’t forget to Wear your heart on your sleeve.

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February. The month of daffodils, longer days, and, thanks to a certain saint's day on the fourteenth, love!

What a great time, then, to revisit one of history's greatest and most dramatic love stories, some of whose key scenes played out in this very area, almost five hundred years ago.

Hever Castle is, of course, well known as Anne's childhood home. Its beautiful rooms, furniture and tapestries offer us a wonderful glimpse into the childhood of the ill-fated queen. Her signed personal prayer books on display in the Book of Hours Room, in particular, are an intimate insight into the intriguing woman behind the feisty character depicted in so many films and novels. Although Anne was born in Norfolk around 1501, her family moved to Hever in 1503 when the castle was inherited by her

The romance of Henry VIII and his second queen, Anne Boleyn, may not have been all hearts and flowers or even had a happy ending, but its violence and passion shook up sixteenth century England and is still making waves today. A visit to some of the historic houses and gardens on our doorstep gives us an excellent opportunity to trace the COMMUNITY BUSINESS DIRECTORY footsteps of these doomed lovers and get to know more.

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father. Rising from quite humble origins in just three generations, by the time of Anne's birth, the Boleyns were one of the most respected families in England. Anne's father, Sir Thomas, was a popular courtier and diplomat, and his wife, Lady Elizabeth, a daughter of the powerful Howard dynasty. The young Anne didn't have much time to enjoy the peaceful surrounds of Hever for long, however. Aged only twelve she was sent abroad, first to serve Queen Margaret of the Netherlands, then to France to be lady-in-waiting to Henry VIII's younger sister, Mary, and then Queen Claude. At that time the French Court was highly cultured and sophisticated, its corridors buzzing with new ideas about religious philosophy, poetry, fashion and flirting. No wonder that by the time Anne returned toCOMMUNITY England to serve Queen BUSINESS DIRECTORY Catherine of Aragon almost ten years later, she exuded living

a continental je ne sais quoi that created a stir, particularly among men.

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an unsuitable match for the powerful Percy family but it was speculated that it was more likely because she had caught his own eye. Following her failed engagement to Percy, Anne repaired to Hever, where she nursed her broken heart and, doubtless, reflected on the increasingly blatant attentions the King was paying her. Seventeen of Henry's letters to Anne survive and they reveal a state of mind that borders on feverish. He'd been 'struck with the dart of love', he wrote to her. 'The woman I most respect in the world' was how he described her.

Like a lovestruck teenager, he drew hearts around their initials and, in another letter, complained he was feeling something that everyone who has been in the heady early stages of love would recognise, 'now joy, now woe'. Unfortunately, none of Anne's letters to Henry survive so we can only speculate on her replies to these torrents of passion. Did she encourage him? Did she try to politely put him off?

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known what the King’s preference could have meant for her and her family: lands, titles and riches beyond her wildest dreams, a situation the ever ambitious Boleyns and Howards never failed to remind her of. Anne's presence at Hever made Henry a frequent visitor to the neighbourhood. Penshurst Place, which had become his property after the beheading of the unlucky Henry Stafford, third Duke of Buckingham, in 1521, for example, was the perfect place from where to launch courtship forays to Hever. Likewise, the fifteenth century hunting lodge at Bolebroke, said to be the earliest brick-built building in Sussex and used as a location in the 2008 film, 'The Other Boleyn Girl', would have given the lovestruck king respite when he hunted for deer and wild boar in the Ashdown Forest.

Eridge Park, the oldest enclosed deer park in England, listed in the Domesday Book and already boasting a fine historical pedigree, having been once the property of William the Conqueror's brother, would have offered Henry similar distractions to quell his uneasy heart. Maybe it was here, in fact, that one of Henry's more successful love tokens to Anne came from: a fresh buck that he'd killed himself. (Incidentally, this was a particularly well calculated gesture, Anne's long years in France having made a gourmet of her.) Henry was also a guest at Hever itself. It's thought he had the best room in the house, today's King Henry VIII Bedchamber, with its wood panelling and fifteenth century ceiling.

It would be good to say that, once the lovers got what they wanted - the freedom to marry in 1532 and a child, the future Elizabeth I, in 1533 - their story would end happily. Sadly, despite Anne presiding over one of the most splendid courts ever afforded a queen, the marriage quickly descended into disillusion and frustration. Jealousy and tantrums followed the disappointment that the child wasn't the longed for son. Anne's second pregnancy ended in stillbirth, her next in miscarriage. Henry was soon paying attention to a certain Jane Seymour, one of Anne's maids, a woman allegedly without admirers, education or strong opinions – as different from Anne as it was possible to be. The crux came, of course, when the musician, Mark Smeaton, was accused of adultery with the Queen. At first he denied it, then – perhaps after torture – confessed. A whole string of other men, including Anne's own brother, were roped into the shocking charge, and were executed. Anne herself, claiming her innocence and loyalty to her husband until

Anne played a long game. Although Henry could have her heart, her body was a different matter… Unless, that is, he was prepared to marry her. And, well…. history has recorded the long, agonising journey by which Henry sought to comply with her wishes. Years of wrangling with the church to prove a case for divorcing Catherine of Aragon, and the Pope's steadfast resistance leading to Henry traumatically wrenching the country away COMMUNITY BUSINESS DIRECTORY from Catholicism to declare himself, instead, the head of the church in England.

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the end, was accused of high treason and on 19th May 1536 was beheaded at the Tower of London, taking her grim place in history as the only sitting queen to be executed.

'moments of joy' they enjoyed together and it's tempting to think that, for a woman with the intelligence and independent spirit of Anne, Henry was a good match.

As for Henry, once so 'struck by the dart of love' for Anne, he married Jane Seymour just ten days afterwards.

What we know is their relationship was no ordinary love story. It changed the course of our history, its religion, and created, in Henry and Anne's daughter, one of the greatest monarchs our country has ever had. Where would we be, how different our history, if the girl from Hever hadn't caught the King's eye?

Was Anne guilty? Historians through the ages have doubted it. We'll probably never know quite what made Henry want to dispose of her. Had he tired of her? Had the wit and feistiness that had made her so captivating as a mistress become tiresome in a wife? Was she conspired against by disgruntled courtiers?

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The Bluebell Railway is going from strength to strength. In recent years, having extended to its natural starting station of East Grinstead, with the resultant increased customer numbers, the famous railway decided to take its next expansive step. An application was submitted to the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) and the Accessible Steam Heritage (ASH) and last month they proudly announced a £1.1 million grant has been awarded.

This grant will revitalise the way the railway exhibits its engines by extending and converting the Running Shed to make a new exhibition hall.

The space will be brought into the 21st century with a state-of-the-art interactive exhibition hall which will include among other things an exciting display of how steam engines actually work, plus footplate access by both pedestrians and wheelchair users to static locomotives; visitors will take part in a footplate driving

experience based on a mockup of locomotive 55 Stepney, alongside the original engine which was built in 1875! (See the diagram.)

Funding Director Roger Kelly said: “This project is key to the sustainability and growth of the Bluebell Railway. Many visitors to heritage railways today, particularly the younger ones, want more than a ride on a train. They wish to be entertained. This project will not only do that but we hope ensure they leave better

informed about steam power from the 19th to the 21st century.”

These exciting developments will also mean more space in the Running Shed for routine locomotive maintenance therefore enhancing the railway’s ability to maintain its locomotive fleet and providing a better working environment for volunteers.

The Bluebell Railway itself will also contribute £388,000 (including £214,000 raised from the Ash Appeal) in cash plus a substantial amount of “effort in kind” to be put in by many members of its 700 strong volunteer workforce.

What will become a three-year project will see the exhibition opening in spring 2018, after which it will run for a further two years with extensive plans to utilise the exhibition to engage the public and support

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the growth of visitor numbers.

The Bluebell's capacity to work with schools will be enhanced too. The Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) curriculum will be catered to, with a target to increase school visits by 150% by 2020.

Dick Fearn, Bluebell Railway plc Chairman, said: “The Bluebell Railway is fortunate to be custodian of one of Britain's most varied and historically important steam locomotive collections. This award will enable us to display and interpret the collection for the enjoyment of all our visitors and to cherish and maintain it for the benefit of generations to come."

Founded over 55 years ago, the Bluebell Railway has been the pioneer of standard gauge heritage steam railway preservation and we are very lucky to have it right on our doorstep.

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WEDNESDAY 8TH FEBRUARY East Grinstead Art Society - Demonstration.

With Pat Stenlake - using texture in nature. Visitors welcome, £3 per meeting. We also hold a workshop on 4th Wednesday of the month. February’s workshop is on 22 Feb. 2-4pm, St Swithun’s Church Hall, St Swithun’s Close, East Grinstead, RH19 3AZ.

FRIDAY 17TH FEBRUARY East Grinstead Society. ‘Vision Aid Overseas in Ethiopia’, a talk by Margaret Lawrence, an East Grinstead optometrist, about her visits to Ethiopia and the work of this charity. A charge of £1 per member and £3 per non-member. Annual adult subscription of £10 includes a bi-annual bulletin and a newsletter. At 7pm, Main Hall, East Court, off College Lane, RH19 3LT. www.eastgrinsteadsociety.org.

THURSDAY 9TH FEBRUARY Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Course. On this 8-week Mindfulness course you will learn skills you can use to stress less and enjoy life more. For more info: contact Sue Bolton 07443 564 394. At 7.30pm, Forest Row Community Centre, Hartfield Rd, RH18 5DZ.

MONDAY 20TH FEBRUARY East Grinstead Natural History Society AGM with refreshments. At 7:45pm, The East Grinstead Natural History Society, St Barnabas Church Hall, Dunnings Road, East Grinstead, RH19 4AT.

12TH FEBRUARY East Grinstead Meridian Rotary Club proudly presents Charity Tea Dance. Fun and entertaining afternoon of ballroom, Latin and modern dancing. Tea, scones and jam. Profits go to the Royal Marsden & Rotary charities. At the Meridian Hall, East Court. 3pm - 5:30pm.

WEDNESDAY 22ND FEBRUARY RSPB East Grinstead Group. Kittiwakes to Albatrosses – seen through the lens of a young birder, by Matt Eade. Further information from mdr51@btinternet. com. Main Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead, RH19 3LT, at 7.45pm for 8pm, prompt start.

WEDNESDAY 15TH FEBRUARY Collectors Fair. Now in its fourth year, this monthly event has 15 dealers selling (and buying) stamps, coins, postcards and other collectables. 10am - 3pm, COMMUNITY BUSINESS DIRECTORY Chequer Mead Arts Centre, De La Warr Road, East Grinstead, RH19 3BS.

SATURDAY 25TH FEBRUARY East Grinstead Concert Band presents Charity Fundraising Concert. For the Mayor of East Grinstead’s chosen charities at Moat Church, East Grinstead. Tickets £8, concessions £6. Tickets available from Bullfrog Music or on the door.

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27TH FEBRUARY - 12TH MARCH Fairtrade Fortnight is coming up. St Peter’s School is having a Fairtrade Breakfast on Thursday 9th March followed by an assembly and workshops with Years 5&6 plus a Fairtrade stall after school. There will be lots of other activities; watch the website.

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prepare for a musical and emotional rollercoaster, unrivalled by any other that truly celebrates the career of a music legend, Johnny Cash. The UK’s No 1 Tribute, fronted by respected singer/songwriter Clive John, re-creates with astounding accuracy and truly captures the essence of what it was like to be at a real Cash show! Also featuring the best ‘June Carter’ (Amanda Stone) in the business, the ‘Carter Sisters’ and the ‘Roadshow Horns’, all aspects of Cash’s life are covered with impeccable taste. Tickets: £20.

WHAT’S ON AT CHEQUER MEAD WEDNESDAY 8TH FEBRUARY AT 7:30PM CinemaLive & Australian Ballet presents Cinderella This award-winning, critically acclaimed production was created by Alexei Ratmansky, one of the world’s most sought after choreographers, with extraordinary designs by Jerome Kaplan. Tickets: £18, Concessions: £15.

THURSDAY 9TH FEBRUARY AT 8PM Roy “Chubby” Brown. Roy ‘Chubby’ Brown is a comic genius and one of the funniest comedians in the world. His outrageous performances are considered unsuitable for mainstream television but his videos and DVDs sell in their millions. His live concerts are legendary and every theatre and concert hall in the UK has put up the ‘Sold out’ signs when he has appeared. This is the postponed show from September 2016. Tickets: £20.

SATURDAY 11TH FEBRUARY AT 2PM & 7PM Bullfrog Productions present Annie. The timeless tale of Little Orphan Annie is back, giving a whole new generation the chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope, winning the Tony Award for Best Musical for the original show (a youth production). Tickets: £14, Concessions: £12, Family Tickets: £45.

TUESDAY 28TH FEBRUARY AT 7PM NT Live presents Amadeus (Encore Screening) Music. Power. Jealousy. Lucian Msamati (Luther, Game of Thrones, NT Live: The Comedy of Errors) plays Salieri in Peter Shaffer’s iconic play, broadcast live from the National Theatre, and with live orchestral accompaniment by Southbank Sinfonia.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a rowdy young prodigy, arrives in Vienna, the music capital of the world – and he’s determined to make a splash. Awestruck by his genius, court composer Antonio Salieri has the power to promote his talent or destroy his name. Seized by obsessive jealousy he begins a war with Mozart, with music, and ultimately, with God. Tickets: £12, Concessions: £10.

THURSDAY 2ND MARCH AT 7:30PM Chequer Mead Silver Screen presents Florence Foster Jenkins. Based on the incredible true story, Academy Award winner Meryl Streep stars as an inspiring New York socialite who dreams of becoming a great opera singer. While the voice she heard in her head was beautiful, to everyone else it was hilariously awful.

Rated PG. Tickets: £5, Concessions: £4.

FAMILY ART DAY AT THE CREATIVE HUB Following the success of The Big Draw event in October we realised that families enjoyed spending time creating together so it was from that we decided to start hosting Family Art Days.

Our first family day will be a Mosaic Workshop with local artist Doffy Lehner on Sunday 12th February 10am until 12pm. Wealden House, Lewes Rd.

THURSDAY 16TH FEBRUARY AT 7PM NT Live presents Saint Joan. Gemma Arterton is Joan of Arc, broadcast live from the Donmar Warehouse.

Bernard Shaw’s classic play follows the life and trial of a young country girl who declares a bloody mission to drive the English from France. As one of the first Protestants and nationalists, she threatens the very fabric of the feudal society and the Catholic Church across Europe. Tickets: £12, Concessions: £10.

As a family you will be able to design and make your own piece of artwork using glass tiles which you can take home with you. Suitable for ages 6 years and up.

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