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Statue of Sir Archibald McIndoe being unveiled by HRH The Princess Royal, Sackville College, East Grinstead High Street © Lucinda Marland photography, www.lucindamarland.com

Rollicking Rocks • Packing for your Holiday Gardening in July • David Shepherd’s Artists Awards Prince Philip visits Hindleap Warren

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Index:

Dear Residents, Welcome to the July issue.

Summer is truly upon us and no doubt we’re all thinking about our holidays... to help you along, ladies, there’s a fab article about how to choose your holiday clothes.

Local resident and world-renowned artist David Shepherd held his Wildlife Art Competition in London last month, see some of the stunning results on page 24.

As well as HRH The Princess Royal unveiling the McIndoe Statue in the High Street, the Duke of Edinburgh visited Hindleap Warren in the Ashdown Forest, see page 26.

If you are a local community group or charity please get in touch for extra promotion.

Please support local businesses when you can.

All the best for a good Summer.

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Contents

6 6 Packing for your Holiday 8 Correction 8 Gardening in July 12 Every Child deserves an Education 14 Well I Never 18 Beautiful Flowers 18 Recipe 22 Mums the Word 22 David Shepherd’s Artists Awards 24 Prince Philip visits Hindleap Warren 26 Local History Notes, Latrobe 28 EG10K 32 We are all Citizen Reporters Now 32 Always Respect your Elders 34 What’s On 36,38 Rollicking Rocks Waxing 101

East Grinstead Living Notice: East Grinstead Living prints various articles, features, and advertisements. Although these appear in East Grinstead Living, any opinions expressed are the opinion of the author, these are not necessarily the opinion of the publisher. © Copyright East Grinstead Living 2014. The contents of this publication are written specifically for our readers, no part July be reproduced elsewhere without express and prior permission.

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Animals Always Wagging 3 Antiques Antique Clock Repair 16 Architects Cowan Architects 32 Bicycles D&C Cycles 5 Blinds/Curtains/Interiors Elizabeth Designs 27 Home Accessories 25 Care Brooker Care 5 Sussex Health Care 39 Inter-County Nursing 19 Children’s Activities & Products/Education The Creative Hub 21 Greenfields School 20 Four Seasons Kindergarden 23 Shaun Angel Street Dance 10,11 Step up and Sing 21 Thierry French Tuition 23 Singing/PianoTuition 23 Effective Education 21 Children’s House Nursery 21 German Tuition 21 Blackland Farm 23 Science/Maths Tuition 23 Cleaning Services Supreme Oven Cleaning 32 Clothes & Shoes Second Glance 8 Private Collection 8 Suitables Fashion Boutique 7 Computer/Website Design Services Computer Studio 16 Mr. Computing 16 Fitness/Health/Beauty Lotte Berk 7 Family Chiropractic Clinic 9 Treat Skin Esthetics 7 Feet First 8 Atlas Profilax 40 Mobile Massage Therapist 9 Hire Fitness 9 Foot Lady 9 Function Venue/ Restaurant/Bar Yew Lodge 19 Garden Services/Plants Imberhorne Lane Nursery 13 MGC 13

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DR Newland Tree Care 13 Pete Payne 12 Green Machines 12 JH Vartan 13 Home Maintenance Services & Products JPW Tiling 37 Dave Edwards Electrical Contractors 25 Mid Sussex Timber 3 Bailey Bridge Refurb/ Construction 25 PK Refurb/Landscaping Services 35 Beeches Builders 29 Paint it Now 37 Blindstar Blinds 25 Here to Help 35 AI Plumbing 33 Expest Gutter-Fascia-Roof 37 John Bloom Plumbing & Heating 35 Gary Spurle Bathroom & Heating 31 MM Roofing Contractor 35 MRM Plastering 29 Progressive Electrics 27 Resolution Plumbing 31 A.G. Kerr Carpentry 37 MDH Painters & Decorators 27 James Mundy Decorating 33 Steve Cook Building 33 Shuttleworth Decorators 25 Compte Electrical Services 5 Painting & Decorating MM Walker Home Maintenance 35 Home Videos La Star Cest Vous 16 Insurance NFU Mutual Insurance 15 Kitchens Kitchen Bespoke 31 Absolutely Kitchens 29 Pest Control Expest Pest Control 13 APM Pest Control 13 Satellite, Aerial Specialists Norsat 15 Window Services The Window Shutter Company 27 Heron Windows Ltd. 33 As Good As New Window Repairs 5

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Rollicking Waxing 101 Rocks

Did you know that East Grinstead has a Climbing Club? They do indeed exist, but of course being climbers they have to travel a bit before the real challenges start, because we really don’t have a range of mountains in our own back yard. Or is that entirely true?

East Grinstead sits on top of a big lump of sandstone rock several hundred feet above sea level. Here and there this rock pokes out from the surrounding landscape and you catch glimpses of it as you travel around. Ashurst Wood has some splendid examples, and even some of the older houses are actually carved into the living rock. My favourite view is a small area of woodland and sandstone rocks that sits on the hill overlooking Weir Wood Reservoir. It’s so special in fact that it is listed as a Sight of Special Scientific Interest for geological reasons.

To reach it, take either the Saint Hill Road or the West Hoathly Road out of town in the direction of Sharpthorne. It’s a narrow road with some sharp twists and turns, halfway down a hill you’ll see the reservoir and a lane off to the left where there are a few limited places to park.

Cross the road and you’ll see a rocky leading-off – over the appalling rainy winter we had, there’s been some rock falls which you’ll spot.

Go along the way and you’ll soon discover that you are in among an extraordinary collection of weathered rounded rocks and boulders. While they may not exactly be the Matterhorn, they are peculiarly suitable for those wanting to learn the rudiments of climbing. It’s not compulsory to climb but you might be tempted. I often take a picnic, rest up on a friendly rock and take in the beautiful views, that’s something most of us can share.

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Its Holiday Season again and many of us turn our attentions to the dreaded battle against the ever present recurring nightmare that is ….unwanted hair!

Wax is an option and for some converts the only option, but what type of wax is best, how long does my hair need to be and what about the pain????

Hopefully this will answer your questions and help you to get the most from any wax treatment:

What is the difference between Non Strip and Strip Wax? Non strip wax is spread thickly onto the skin and shrink wraps the hair before it is firmly peeled away. This method is less painful, as it sticks to the hair and not the skin. This wax should be for sensitive areas i.e. face, underarm and bikini waxes.

Strip wax is recommended for thicker/less sensitive skin, for example – legs, arms, chest and back. A thin layer of wax is applied to the skin and is then removed using a paper or fabric strip.

How should I prepare for a hair removal treatment?

For ease in removal, any unwanted hair should be about 3-5 mm long. Refrain from extended sun exposure 48 hours prior to waxing, and exfoliate your skin several days before waxing. On the day of your waxing services, make sure you cleanse the area and that the skin is moist but not greasy from oils or lotions.

Does waxing hurt?

Everyone is unique: your first time receiving a body waxing can be uncomfortable. With frequent monthly waxing, hair becomes finer and sparser, and waxing becomes more comfortable.

When appropriate post-waxing home care is followed, waxing leaves virtually no ingrown hairs, bumps or ongoing skin irritation.

Your technician is on hand to advise you on all matters concerning your wax treatment. Pre and post wax information is essential to make sure you receive the very best results. Your technician should be well trained and experienced in the type of wax used for the area of treatment and use a superior quality wax to gain the very best results.

For some that means the daily use of the razor and trying to avoid taking a nice chunk of healthy shin along with the hair or the use of a smelly removal cream that dissolves the hair away …but as your skin and your hair is made from the same protein what is it doing to your skin?

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Packing for

your Holiday When you go away, do you envy people with hand luggage only? Do you come back with clothes still folded and unused? With some forethought, this could change!

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Make some notes on what you expect from your trip. Rest and relaxation? Easy! Just casual clothes – but be selective. For example, one skirt/ trouser will work with three different tops. If they don’t co-ordinate, don’t take them! If you are lying in the sun most of the day, you only need a swimsuit/bikini, plus sleeved tunic to go over it.

Maximum two of each – and try them on to make sure they still fit!

Maybe you like to dress up for dinner? Take dresses - they’re one item outfits and work for day and evening. Add a few smart bits – e.g. black/white trouser with different tops.

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Remember a cardigan or pashmina in case the evenings are chilly.

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Wear your heaviest shoes and clothes on the flight to save space.

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Keep shoes to a minimum. A flat sandal for the pool, one comfortable shoe for trips out and maybe a pair of heels for the evening.

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Metallic colours go with everything.

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Rolling up instead of folding your clothes will help avoid creasing.

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Different scarves and jewellery can change an outfit you have already worn.

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Wear colour! It’s the summer!

10. Make sure you can make at least one outfit from each piece and the shoes work too. Be strict with yourself – remember there’s less to wash on your return!

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Correction In last month’s article entitled ‘The Military on Ashdown Forest 1939-1945’. The Canadian Artillery Regiment was erroneously named Canadian Airforce Regiment. From the context the first V1 crash can be inferred to have happened in Pippingford Park, however it happened on Crowborough Golf Course. The Ashdown Forest Living take full responsibiltiy for these errors.

Finally Major was mis-spelt Curry with a ‘y’, and it should have been ‘ie’, Major Currie was the first Canadian to receive the VC in the Normandy campaign. We apologise for any confusion caused.

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The Ultimate Street Dance Experience in the South comes to East Grinstead

Over the years SA Academy has performed at not only local festivals but also performed alongside influential street dance crews such as Diversity and Flawless. Many students from the academy that have decided to take dance further as a career have gone on to train at top professional London colleges, such as The Urdang, Brit School and

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Whilst Urban City runs its main classes on a Saturday morning, the street dance school also provides a weekly class on a Thursday evening which focuses on free-styling and building students’ confidence in performing in groups or solo.

Urban City will be a running a four day summer workshop during August, for more information please email info@sa-academy. co.uk or call 07709 146 493 and 07834 768 264.

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Founder Shaun Angel began sharing his knowledge and experience in the Sussex area back in 2003 developing the performing arts school. Having soon realised that there was a

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Local performing arts school SA Academy are pleased to be bringing their Urban City dance experience to East Grinstead. Urban City provides weekly classes every Saturday at Sackville School for 5 – 16 year olds. Urban City brings the finest street dance classes to the area covering a wide range of styles such as popping, locking, breakdancing and more… In addition to this, from time to time Urban City calls upon their contacts to provide intense workshops where guest choreographers and professional dancers who currently work on various television shows such as XFactor, So You Think You Can Dance, and have appeared in pop videos and hip hop shows to teach the school’s students.

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Gardening in July

By Clare Parkinson Horticultural Manager and Garden Designer Imberhorne Lane Nursery

Your garden is now at its flowering peak and you can give yourself a pat on the back for all your hard work.

However, if you don’t feel this fits the description of your garden then don’t be too despondent, look at where the gaps are and think about colour and the size and structure of the plant that will make the difference – maybe not for this year but next year. As always, there are plenty of jobs you can be doing in the garden.

Roses The roses have been wonderful this year, keep deadheading (except for species grown for their hips) and give them a feed, any food with high potash and magnesium will do the trick. Best to use a liquid feed so as not to scorch the leaves.

Perennials Cut back the dead flower spikes of delphiniums and lupins and give them a feed to encourage a second flowering. If plants have powdery mildew (not uncommon in hot, dry weather) then the best thing is to either spray them with a fungicidal spray or if they have flowered and you can cut them back, then do so.

If you want more summer and autumn interest then plant out Agapanthus, Anemone and Crocosmia, they’ll give good colour and fill some gaps.

Pots and Baskets

Lawns Avoid watering your lawn (unless it’s newly laid turf ) and raise the blades on the mower. If a lawn isn’t watered then it won’t grow, so you won’t have to mow it! As soon as it rains it will green up pretty quickly and you won’t have a massive water bill.

Shrubs and Hedges Now is a good time to prune Philadelphus and Wisteria. With the former you can prune back by about a third, take each shoot back to a nonflowering sideshoot. With Wisteria cut back the wispy shoots to about 15cm long. Train it into your fence or trellis to keep it under control. Now is a good time to clip Ligustrum (Privet) and Lonicera nitida.

Fruit and vegetables Raspberries, redcurrants, blackcurrants and gooseberries should be ready for picking now. Pinch out the tops of the tomato plants to stop them growing and divert the nutrients to the fruit. Harvest your fruit and vegetables as they are ready and enjoy the feast.

When you buy new plants place them (still in the pot) where you think they’ll look good in the garden and then sit and have a cup of tea and decide if you like how they fit in – if they don’t then move things around.

Saves so much time and effort! Happy gardening…

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Water, water, water and feed… and they will reward you with good displays of colour through to September. Keep deadheading to prolong flowering.

If you’re going on holiday then ask a friendly neighbour if they can help out with watering, if not then move the pots into a shady corner to help them conserve moisture.

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Every Child Deserves an Education The Loiyangalani Trust is a small, locally based charity that supports education in a remote part of northern Kenya, thus enabling children to have a better future.

Here is a Q&A with one of the trustees, Carolyn Bentley, about the vital work they do:

How did the charity all start?

What is the background?

It all started when a friend in West Hoathly put out a notice in our parish newsletter asking for volunteer trustees. Anthony had family connections in Kenya and had been to Loiyangalani when travelling on a safari holiday. A boy asked him if he would sponsor his secondary education, which he did, and he later sponsored the boy’s sister to study nursing. But he wanted to do more than a single individual could achieve and so four of us started in the autumn of 2009 with a presentation in our village church, resulting in a few people coming forward to sponsor children.

Since its beginning, what expansion has it seen?

It has expanded greatly since then. From our beginnings as a ‘small charity’ we became fully

registered in 2012 and are now supporting over 30 children through secondary education as well as providing vital equipment for the primary school. So far we have provided desks, books, calculators, dictionaries, bibles, uniforms, sanitary towels so that the girls don’t miss school, and trained 3 teachers. With funds raised recently we have just started providing breakfast for 500 primary school children who would otherwise only have one meal a day.

What is the most enjoyable side to running this charity?

Seeing that we are making a big difference to the lives of children who live in a far more difficult environment than we do.

They are so keen to study and grateful for the opportunity of an education which will mean they will have a better future than just herding goats or fishing. Albert, one of our first sponsored pupils has finished secondary school and is about to start university.

Meantime he has been helping out teaching at the primary school. We have another boy studying electrical engineering (very timely as there is a big wind farm project about to start nearby, which will be operational in the next few years and will provide electricity to Loiyangalani as well as to the national grid). It is humbling to see the appreciation

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of an education which we take for granted in the western world.

They can be writing with just a couple of inches left on a pencil, crammed five to a desk designed for 3 or sitting on the floor.

What is the most challenging side to the charity?

Communication with such a remote place in Kenya isn’t easy.

We do most by email as the PO Box for the surface mail is in the county town - a 7 hour drive away across dessert tracks! Emails are mainly picked up by mobile phone as there is a mobile phone mast in the village - albeit only 2G signal.

What does the future hold?

What local help are you hoping to have?

We hope to continue growing gradually so that we can support more children through secondary education. Primary school education in Kenya is provided free by the government, although there is never enough of anything, whether it be pencils, etc. but for secondary school there are fees that have to be paid. So we are always looking for more people to support us.

Contact details are info@ loiyangalanitrust.org.uk website www.loiyangalanitrust. org.uk or people can ring me on 01342 810815 or 07713 085371.

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Well I Never!

Things we thought were true but aren’t Julius Caesar invaded Britain proclaming: “Veni, Vidi, Vici” (I came, I saw, I conquered)...

In fact he said this while summing up his victory over King Pharnaces II of Pontus at the battle of Zela in 47 BC. His attempts to invade Britain were much less satisfactory. We gave him a good run for his money, he had to invade twice with no real success, then trade and Roman influence actually grew ‘organically’ without the need for full occupation. The invasion happened 96 years later under Emperor Claudius.

Napoleon was short...

Actually this came from mistranslation followed by propaganda. According to his autopsy of 1821, he was “5/2”. It’s now believed this in fact represents the French measurement “5 pieds 2 pouces”, which converts to 1.69 metres. The average height of Frenchmen between the years of 1800 and 1820 was 1.64 metres, so he’d have been taller than most of his countrymen and even taller than the average Englishman, who was then 1.68 metres!

It’s 50-50 chance whether a coin lands on “heads” or “tails”...

Students at Stanford University recorded thousands of coin tossses with high-speed cameras and discovered the chances are approximately fifyone-forty-nine in favour of heads! If the coins are subjected to exactly the same conditions and same force, their spin will produce an even chance, but the slightest difference in the conditions – speed and angle of spin, height of the coin from the ground, which side is facing up to start – will affect the result.

Cleopatra was Egyptian...

Cleopatra was a direct descendant of Ptolemy I (303-285 BC), he’d been Alexander the Great’s right hand man. On Alexander’s death in 323 BC, Ptolemy was rewarded by being granted the governorship of Egypt. Ptolemy came from Macedon, north of Greece.

The Ptolemaic court only spoke Greek and behaved as an occupying foreign power.

By contrast, unlike the dynasty she belonged to, Cleopatra did learn to speak Egyptian.

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Greenfields Independent School Greenfields School is an independent, non-denominational, day and boarding school on the edge of the Ashdown Forest that services children from 2 to 18. It has a Montessori based Pre-school & Reception class, followed by Infant, Junior, Senior, 6th Form and EFL (English as a Foreign Language) classes.

Greenfields teaches national curriculum and runs like any other independent school with the exception that it utilises a unique study method. This method isolates the barriers preventing or hindering a child from learning and then provides precise tools to deal with them. Its use opens the door to any child of any ability learning anything. This, along with small class sizes and plenty of individual attention from enthusiastic teachers, allows ‘gifted’ children to study ahead of their year group where feasible, or slower children to receive extra help when necessary. Greenfields also adheres to a strong moral code with a zero tolerance of bullying, drugs or alcohol.

Visitors to the school routinely comment on the high morale, confidence and friendliness of the children. These attributes were also noted by the Independent Schools Inspectorate* when they inspected in 2011. Three inspectors over a period of two weeks looked into every aspect of the school's performance. The study methods were new to them and they looked at them with great interest. The school was rated overall as “Good” and one observer noted: “Pupils of all abilities display good subject knowledge, understanding and skills. They acquire secure literacy and numeracy skills, and develop a capacity to think critically. Many pupils show strong creative skills, in writing, art work and drama. Pupils are very articulate, listen carefully and contribute well when asked. They are motivated, and work independently and with enthusiasm.”

Greenfields is proud of what it has achieved in the last 30 years and also of the many children who have gone on to excel in their various careers. In celebration of its 30th Anniversary in 2013 it radically reduced tuition fees in order to make private school education accessible to more people. You are invited to tour the school and get your questions answered!

Greenfields School, Priory Road, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5JD. Tel: 01342 822189 or 01342 820340 Web: www.greenfieldsschool.com Email: admissions@greenfieldsschool.com Greenfields School is part of Greenfields Educational Trust, a registered charity, No 287037 © 2014 Greenfields Educational Trust. All Rights Reserved. A company limited by guarantee. Company No 1720639. Registered office Greenfields School, Priory Road, Forest Row, Sussex RH18 5JD. Greenfields is an Applied Scholastics™ School. Applied Scholastics and the Applied Scholastics Open Book design are trademarks and service marks owned by Association for Better Living and Education International and used with its permission. *The Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) arranges and carries out the inspection of any school which wishes to be accredited by the Independent Schools Council (ISC).

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200g (7oz) ginger or digestive biscuits 50g (2oz) butter, melted For the filling 300g (10oz) light soft cheese 150g (5oz) greek yogurt 50g (2oz) caster sugar 1 lemon, finely zested, plus 3tbsp juice 1 x 227g punnet strawberries, quartered 3tbsp seedless strawberry or raspberry jam

Put the biscuits in a food bag and crush with a rolling pin until fine (or whizz in a food processor until fine). Tip the biscuit crumbs into a large bowl and stir in the melted butter until combined.

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In a mixing bowl, whisk the soft cheese, yogurt, sugar, lemon zest and juice until combined and creamy. Divide the filling between the tart tins and smooth the tops. Chill for at least 1 hour.

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Remove the cheesecakes from their tins or cups and arrange the strawberry quarters on top. Using a pastry brush, coat the fruit with the cooled jam until glossy and serve.

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Rye Castle Museum Rye Castle Museum has two sites. The Ypres Tower is a fascinating medieval building, with views over Romney Marsh and Rye Bay. It has been a fort, house jail and mortuary. The East Street building contains the majority of the museum’s collection, which includes a wide range of items from Rye’s past, including Rye’s old fire engine.

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David Shepherd’s Artist Awards

East Grinstead resident David Shepherd CBE is both a wildlife artist and conservationist. His charity the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation puts on the ever-popular Wildlife Artist of the Year Competition which has now become an international event, attracting entrants from around the world. This year’s winner was French sculptor Pascal Chesneau with his “Transparence Elephant” - recycled from an old car roof. It was a particularly special year as the charity celebrated its 30th Year Anniversary.

Chesneau accepted the £10,000 top prize from Shepherd at an event in London. Commenting on the winning piece chairman of the judges, Mark Carwardine said: “Who couldn’t love it? It stopped

me in my tracks and I keep going back to see more”.

The runner-up was Singaporebased Choon Chew’s “Aiming”, for which the artist won £1000. The drawing was also the winner of the wildlife in action category.

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Overall, there are eight competition categories besides the top award, with each category winners each receiving £500.

150 works were shortlisted from more than 1,000 entrants and were exhibited at London’s Mall Galleries last month.

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and creativity of all the artists involved never ceases to amaze me,” said David who set up the competition in 2007 to raise funds and awareness for endangered animals. “And what is so utterly brilliant is that all these talented artists share my passion – to give something back to the animals that inspire our work.”

Since it began, Wildlife Artist of the Year has raised over £100,000 for conservation projects supported by David’s wildlife charity.

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Prince Philip visits Hindleap Warren for its 50th birthday High in the Ashdown Forest, set in 300 acres of woodland, Hindleap Warren provides outdoor education to children to boost young people’s confidence, character and skills. It is run by London Youth which is a network of over 400 diverse community youth organisations.

An investment of £1.5m will ensure gold standard outdoor education is offered to another 100,000 young people over the next decade.

To this end, a major new appeal is launching to ensure opportunities for adventure and exploration are guaranteed for children and young people in the future; particularly those with disabilities and young people from areas of economic deprivation. The general purpose is to enhance children’s social and emotional capabilities which are needed to become successful adults.

The capital appeal was launched on Friday 13th June to coincide with a visit from London Youth patron, H.R.H The Duke of Edinburgh Prince Philip, to Hindleap Warren. As well as this being his fifth visit to the centre, the week also marked his 93rd birthday!

His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, K.G., K.T., Patron of London Youth said: “Hindleap Warren provides young people with much needed experience, development and out of doors adventure. The aim of the ‘My Hindleap’ appeal is to improve the facilities needed for the outdoor education of 100,000 young people over the next ten years.”

The Centre Director, Sam Grimstone, had this to say about the special day:

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‘We had such a fantastic day celebrating Hindleap’s 50th birthday. It was wonderful to share the day with so many of Hindleap Warren and London Youth’s longstanding friends and supporters. Some of them had supported the very first log cabin erected on site, and so many have helped us develop and improve the centre over the last fifty years.

London Youth projects and of course HRH Prince Philip.

“We’ve spent the past year listening to the young people we work with through schools and youth groups, and to our own staff and Trustees, to work out what investment Hindleap needs to deliver outstanding outdoor education for the next ten years.

The celebration on Friday was the perfect opportunity to launch our ‘My Hindleap’ development plan and we were delighted and honoured that our patron HRH Prince Philip could join us for the event.”

Although over the last 50 years Hindleap Warren has delivered to nearly 300,000 young people, the availability of gold standard outdoor education is under threat, Hindleap’s facilities are under pressure, and young people’s educational needs are changing.

But the value and development that learning away from the classroom can offer still remains just as crucial, if not more so today.

With Head of Centre, Tony Smith, further stating: “Two wonderful birthdays last week, our patron HRH Prince Philips 93rd and our 50th.

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“I saw the day as a fantastic celebration of 50 years of adventure and education for 300,000 young people and an incredibly exciting launch of development plans to provide even better opportunities for a further 100,000 young people over the next ten years and more”.

To find out more about “My Hindleap” or if you’d like to support the appeal and ensure Hindleap Warren can continue to provide gold standard outdoor education for young people, please get in touch with Gareth Price, Head of Development, at gareth.price@ londonyouth.org.uk or call: 01342 828214.

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Local History Notes

Benjamin Latrobe

by Dorothy Hatswell Benjamin Henry Boneval Latrobe was born in the Moravian Settlement near Leeds on May 1st 1764. He was the second son of Benjamin Latrobe, a leader of the Moravian community, who was of Huguenot descent, and Anna Margaretta Antes.

His mother had been sent to Leeds by her wealthy, American father to be educated at the Moravian School. At the age of twelve Benjamin junior was sent to Prussia to join his older brother, Christian, at the Moravian school there. Aged eighteen he joined the Prussian army and was possibly wounded while on service with them.

He then embarked on the Grand Tour and became proficient in several languages, including French, German, Greek, Latin and Hebrew. Returning to England in 1784 he was apprenticed to John Smeaton, the designer of the Eddystone Lighthouse.

He qualified as an architect shortly afterwards, most of his work reflects his interest in and influence by, the classic architecture of Greece. He also worked on several civil engineering projects including the Basingstoke Canal.

His two major works in England were both in the East Grinstead area. His first, in 1792, was the large mansion at Hammerwood Park. It was commissioned

by John Spurling of Dynes Hall in Essex as a hunting lodge. An inscription on the front of the building is in Greek. It translates as:

study of Hammerwood House. It is softened by some landscape detail and a female figure on the left foreground; it resides in the Royal Institute of Architects headquarters in London. The other is a watercolour painting of Old Road, East Grinstead.

While he was in the area overseeing his two architectural commissions, he sometimes stayed at Kidbrooke. In 1795 he rode from Forest Row into East Grinstead, coming into the town by the old, steep road which was bypassed in 1828 by the present A22. Whether he actually followed a heavilyladen cart taking stone to rebuild St. Swithun’s Church, whose tower had collapsed some years earlier, no-one can know. He may have ridden to the town to see the architect, James Wyatt who he knew professionally.

Whatever the reason, he was struck by the scene and decided to paint it. The East Grinstead museum has a copy, it is dated September 8th 1795.

He had married Lydia Sellon in 1790 and they had two children, Lydia Sellon Latrobe and Benjamin Sellon Latrobe before Lydia died in childbirth.

Latrobe was devastated by her death. At the same time he was experiencing financial difficulties due to the money he was owed by various clients. He suffered a breakdown, and soon after painting Old Road decided to go to America, a country he had been interested in by his mother.

“This is the first portico of John Sperling’s mansion. The architect is B.H.Latrobe. He made it in the 1792 year of Jesus Christ and the second year of the 642nd Olympiad.”

The second, Ashdown House near Wych Cross, was built for a Mr. Fuller, the following year.

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He sailed for America on November 25th 1795. He took his sketch book with him and painted several pictures while on board ship. The first was a picture of the White Cliffs viewed from the deck of the “Eliza”.

In America he was soon employed on some quite large projects and eventually designed the Capitol Building in Washington and the Basilica at Baltimore. He remarried in 1800. His new wife was Mary Elizabeth Hazlehurst. Latrobe continued with his architectural and civil engineering work in the United States. His son, Benjamin junior, joined him and they worked together on a large reorganisation of the water supply to the New Orleans area. There had been a yellow fever epidemic due to the poor disposal of sewage. Sadly, in 1827 Benjamin junior caught it and died. His father carried on the work alone, but he too, succumbed to the

disease three years later. There were so many deaths at this time that all the victims were buried in quicklime in a common grave to try to prevent the disese spreading. Benjamin senior is however commemmorated on his son’s grave.

Although most of his work and prestige came as a result of his work an the other side of the Atlantic, East Grinstead can be proud that this part of England was where he began his illustrious career.

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EG10K, The Andy Ripley Memorial Race This year is the fifth running of the 10k and it starts at 10am on 21st September, from Imberhorne Upper School. We are expecting to reach the race limit of 400 before the day, like last year. We are currently on course to achieve that, showing the popularity of the event. It is now a firm fixture in East Grinstead’s sporting calendar.

The course is largely off road, taking in footpaths and Worth Way to Crawley Down, before returning along Worth Way to East Grinstead Station where it takes to the roads to the finish in Imberhorne Recreation Ground. We welcome runners of all abilities and the finishing times usually range from a speedy 35 minutes to a more leisurely one hour. All finishers receive a T-shirt and goody bag.

Once again, we are raising funds for ‘Prostate Cancer UK’ and ‘Wooden Spoon’. The race is subtitled ‘The Andy Ripley Memorial Race’, which is why we continue to support these charities. Last year we donated £1500 to each of them from race proceeds. Of course many runners raise funds for other charities.

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“I’ve been expecting someone to start a ‘hyperlocal’ online newspaper for a long time now, but no one did. So as I have been reporting East Grinstead for the past 30 years on and off I finally realised I’d have to do it myself,” Geraldine explained.

But it is an idea whose time has come.

Since its launch just six weeks ago, East Grinstead Online’s readership has grown far faster than Geraldine’s most optimistic predictions.

And as word spreads so more people are volunteering their time and talent to support it, “which is what a community news site is all about”, said Geraldine.

If you have news and pictures to share, or want daily online news and features covering the best of the town, go to: eastgrinsteadonline.com

As usual, we are grateful for the support of EG Athletics Club and EG Tri Club helping organise and run the event.

Entry details can be found on the race website www.eg10k.com.

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Always Respect your Elders tasty recipes to both use and preserve the flavours and goodness. Nothing quite brings a foraged meal together quite like a glass of Elderflower champagne on a beautiful summers day.

But there are countless recipes out there for both cordial and champagne so I will instead give you recipe for the panna cota I made last week which was glorious, heady with aroma.

For this recipe you will require: • • • •

The elder tree has a long varied history in both our own culture and worldwide, with countless stories, recipes and remedies being handed down from generation to generation. Some considered it a magical tree, as once it was believed that witches could turn themselves into an Elder. ‘Magic wands’ were made from its branches and they were planted outside houses to ward off evil spirits. It was believed that sitting under or sleeping under an Elder tree would transport one down to the faerie underworld.

Risky business that, considering how abundant it is!

As an herbalist this is a staple of my medicine chest with the tree providing bark, leaves, flowers and berries up for medicinal use. All of which can be preserved and saved for use in winter when they are mostly required. The flowers always denote for me the true beginning of Summer, while the berries mark the last of the hedgerow harvest and summer’s end.

Generally it is its ability to induce a sweat which makes it useful in treating the common cold. The bark and leaves require caution and expertise in their use as they are the most powerful and can induce vomiting.

5-8 Elderflower Heads (Umbels) 900ml Double Cream 1 tablespoon Agar Agar 2 tablespoons Caster Sugar

Add the flowers to the cream, removing as much green stems as possible. They can impart too much bitterness to the dish. Slowly bring the cream and flowers to a very gentle simmer and then remove from the heat and allow to sit for at least half and hour.

Then remove the flowers from the cream using a fine sieve. Remember to press the flowers in the sieve to remove as much flavour and cream back into the pan.

Once again bring the cream up to a gentle simmer and add the Agar Agar and stir carefully until it is all dissolved. Remove from heat and pour into individual ramekins and place in the fridge to set.

Dust lightly with icing sugar when serving.

Try it with a fruity compote, I made mine with a delicious blackberry whiskey jelly.

NB: Remember to always consult an expert when foraging and self medicating. Always ID plants 100% before consuming and seek a professional’s advice if necessary. Any medicinal uses described above are only a general guide, diagnosis and treatment is far more complicated than explained in this brief article.

Always seek the advice of a practitioner or doctor for any ailments.

From the beginning of Summer through to the end of Autumn, elder is always in my foraging basket.

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What’s On in July

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Wednesday 9th July

include entertainment, music, Fun Dog Show, Tours of the Centre, Games, Stalls, Face Painting, BBQ, Food and Drinks Tent.

The Meridian Probus Club of East Grinstead for men retired from their professional or business life, meets locally at 10:15am for coffee followed by a talk by Ann Chance, OBE on ‘Petticoat Pilot’ and an optional pub lunch. New members welcome. For more information call 01342 323098.

Grand Raffle with some terrific prizes. Eastbourne Road/A22 South Godstone RH9 8JB. Admission: Adults £3, Children 5-16yrs £1, Free Parking. 10.30am – 4pm.

Friday 11th July

Sunday 13th July

Concert: ‘Recital for Tenor and Cello’ with singer Alex Aldren (Britten-Pears Young Artist 2013). 7:30pm start with a short interval. Donations towards the church. St Margaret’s Church in West Hoathly. Call: 07565138653. Email: maddiecutter@hotmail.co.uk.

The Big Road Ride: Take on one of four exciting new routes and cycle through Sussex, Tandridge and Surrey to help raise funds for St. Catherine’s Hospice.

Starts and finishes from Imberhorne School, East Grinstead, RH19 1QY. See www.stch.org.uk.

Friday 11th July

Sunday 13th July

Concert in aid of Young Epilepsy will be held in Forest Row Village Hall (main hall) at 8pm. The Langborough Singers will be entertaining everyone with their repertoire of songs from “Oliver”, “Phantom of the Opera”, “Sounds of Music”, “Fiddler on the roof”. Raffle with some great prizes. Tickets £10 and 1st glass of wine or soft drink will be free. For tickets sale please contact Iva Dixon on 07912 938351 or ivapiva@sky. com or Elisabeth Jarret on 01892 654384 or elisabeth. jarrett@btinternet.com.

The Mindelheim Stadtkapelle Town Band will be playing at East Court in the Meridian Hall Piazza from 2.45 - 4pm.

Saturday 12th July

Forest Row School Summer Fayre: Many things for all the family including BBQ, bouncy castle, popcorn machine, wild-west-themed fancy dress, teas and cake, children’s games and crafts, face painting, music, bar, etc. Entrance £1 adults, 50p children, 11-2pm.

Sunday 13th July

Ridge House Open Garden for Charity: On arrival the breathtaking views of the Ashdown Forest and the Sussex Downs will be revealed. You mustn’t miss the vegetable garden with the pear and apple orchard as well as the large fig tree and productive crab-apple tree too. East Street, Turners Hill, RH10 4PU. Dogs, refreshment, parking, disabled, fee: £3.50 entrance, children free. 2pm-5pm. Contact: Mr and Mrs Daniels 01342 715344.

Sunday 13th July

Family Fun Day at RSPCA South Godstone Animal Centre. Come and join us for a fun-packed day to

Wednesday 16th July

Mid Week Collectors Fair: coins, stamps, postcards and other collectables at Chequer Mead from 10am - 3pm.

Friday 18th July

East Grinstead Society: A talk by Ian Everest on, a Sussex farm during the 1950’s illustrated with historical film footage. Ian is a well-known Sussex local historian and also a former local government officer. Main Hall, East Court, off college Lane, East Grinstead. Members £1, visitors very welcome £1.50.

Coffee and biscuits will be served. At 7.30pm Friday 18th July & Saturday 19th July

Caxton Manor Open Garden for Charity: a delightful five acre Japanese-inspired garden, planted with mature rhododendrons, azaleas and acers. Japanese tea house and Japanese-style courtyard also featured. Caxton Manor, Wall Hill, Forest Row, RH18 5EG. Refreshments, dog, disabled. Admission:£4.50, children free. 2pm-5pm.Contact: Adele Speelman, 01342 823102.

Saturday 19th July

Midsummer Market: A welcome return to our famous French Market and a host of stalls and amusements.

Takes place all day in London Road. Great family event to start off the Summer holidays, 9 -5.30pm.

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Wednesday 30th July

Choirpower Summer Concert at 7:30pm. Showsongs and popular classics at the Jubilee Community Centre, Charlwoods Road, East Grinstead, RH19 2DH. Tickets: £10.50 concessions £9, 01342 312824, contact: shustermarion@hotmail.com or book online: www.wewillsing.ticketsource.co.uk.

Wedding Open Evening 5 - 8pm, you can visit with family and friends and see Yew Lodge Country House prepared for a wedding and stroll around the gardens in relaxed surroundings (no appointment necessary and free admission). Call: 01342 870003.

Sunday 20th July

The Rude Mechanical Theatre presents their outdoor production of `The Wife` on Hartfield Croft (recreation ground) from 6pm, bring a picnic ahead of the show starting at 7.30pm, low chairs no tables, wear warm clothes. Huge following, fantastic commedia del`arte (Italian pantomime) by true professionals, tickets sell fast, don`t be disappointed, book now! Tickets can be bought from www.therudemechanicaltheatre.co, by phone 01323 501260, or from local agent Caroline Tully 01892 770730.

Sunday 20th July

Copthorne Open Gardens: Come and explore the gardens of Copthorne at this unique open garden afternoon. Gardens of all shapes and sizes will be opened to the public to discover their hidden secrets.

Tickets with maps available from outside the village hall at 12.30pm on the day. 1pm-5pm. Refreshments, fee: £5 to include all gardens. Contact Lane Peile: 01342 712738.

Sunday 20th July

Donkey Derby: After a great success last year we welcome back this new event located in King Georges Field, East Grinstead with a host of stalls and amusements plus of course those racing donkeys!

10:30am to 4pm.

Sunday 27th July

Sunday Lunch at Yew Lodge: Come and join us for a relaxing Sunday at our monthly sunday lunch. Quality food served. £25.00 per person, bookings essential.

Felcourt Road, RH19 2JX. Call: 01342 870003.

Tuesday 29th July

Free health walk in Felbridge countryside. 4 mile/1 ½ hour walk starts at Hedgecourt Lake parking area, Mill Lane, Felbridge (RH19 2PE) at 10.45am. Free, just turn up. More details contact Pat on 01342 712591.

Sunday 3rd August

Edwardian Garden Party on the eve of WW1. In the grounds of East Court we’ll be reliving the last peacetime party. Come dressed in a costume of the time and enjoy the mellow sounds and traditional leisure pursuits with cream teas and a licensed bar 11am to 4pm.

Sunday 3rd August

Service of Commemoration on the centenary of the beginning of the first world war 1914 - 1918 at the Holy Trinity Church, Forest Row. This will be a joint service for the congregations of Holy Trinity and St Dunstan’s, Ashurst Wood.

It is hoped that many from the wider community and from other faiths will joins us for this occasion, to remember the sacrifice made by so many one hundred years ago.

Lingfield Art Exhibition 2014

Tuesday 15th July until Saturday 19th July (10am until 6pm), Sunday 20th July (10am until 4pm).

Now in its 38th year, it will be open for visitors at the Lingfield & Dormansland Community Centre, High Street, Lingfield RH7 6AB. Entry to the centre is FREE with a catalogue available for £1.

To make this a relaxing and enjoyable experience, refreshments, including home made cakes, are also available during the opening hours. See: www. lingfieldart.org.

Forest Row Twinning Association will visit MILLYLA-FORÊT from 19th to 21st September. Our visit this year will include a visit to the Chateau de Breteuil built between 1604 and 1610. There is a maze which, we are sure, will be of interest to children and adults alike. Membership is open to anyone living in or near Forest Row. You do not have to speak French to be a member (but sometimes it helps!) For more details contact Don Collishaw on 01342 822897 or don. collishaw@virgin.net

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