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July 2017

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Welcome to the July Edition Our regular photographer Colette Langton has provided the perfect photograph for a summer cover this month and features Kai Samaroo and Dan Jeffrey testing out the new Lido pool shortly before it opened in mid June. If you have had chance to have a look at the new Lido you will know how drastically it has changed and improved, there is now has a secondary paddling pool in addition to the main pool, it looks like a great destination for a day out and we wish them every success. With new beginnings this month at the Lido we must also say a farewell with our final lifeboat history article (pg 53), We would like to thank Alan Young who has tirelessly prepared these articles for us each month, and remind readers that the RNLI benefits anyone who uses the sea - pretty much all of us then - so don’t forget to lend them your support. Please keep the local articles coming in, we have a lot of community involvement in the Deans Magazine and are always happy to hear from readers. Keith - Editor

Page 7 Dolphin Computer Tips Page 11 Clifden House Page 25 Health Tips Page 37 Local History Page 41 Friends of Beacon Hill Page 43 Neighbourhood Watch Page 44 / 45 What’s On & Events Page 53 Brighton Lifeboat History Page 57 Library Services Page 59 Cinema Saltdean Film Review Page 61 Rottingdean & Saltdean Lions Page 63 Time to Befriend Page 67 Rottingdean Preservation Soc. Page 69 Ovingdean Gardening Club Page 70 Index of Advertisers Cover picture: Colette Langton Printing: Newnorth Distribution: M A Distribution Disclaimer: The Deans Magazine Ltd does not necessarily support or endorse any views put forward by contributors or advertisers. Any information or advice provided here should be used at the readers’ discretion

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Computer tips from Dolphin Computer Upgrades Computer Tips & Advice 94

Is My Mac Safe? For years the consensus has been that if you have an Apple Mac computer, or an iPhone, you’re safe from viruses. Whether this was true or not before, it’s now no longer the case. You may recall we have mentioned the evil that is freely available within the iPhone App Store*. This ransomware – the program that that encrypts wasn't an isolated case; and because the App data and demands payment before files are Store displays ads in paid-for adverts in a similar released – on a couple of occasions here in this way to organic search results, malicious apps can column. Whilst this has largely been an issue appear that look almost indistinguishable from solely with Windows PCs, Mac users are now real results. Until there is a more stringent being warned about new variants of malware that filtering or approval process for ads, people will have been created specifically to target Apple get caught out. computers. As OS X continues to grow in the market share so Although security experts estimate that there are will malware authors invest greater amounts of 23 million malicious programs targeting Windows time in producing malware for this platform. users and “only” about 450,000 malicious While Macs are still less likely to be hit, that programs aimed at Macs, the time has come for doesn’t mean they won’t, so if this is your Mac users to up their security game. favoured computing option make sure that you And it’s not just computers – there is a growing are up to date with the security on all your “market” in malicious Apps. Last month there was devices. a report about a very dubious iPhone antivirus *This particular App has since been removed from app that was charging over £80 every week and the App store.

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Clifden House Seaford A heartfelt account of a parent’s dementia diagnosis Newhaven resident Richard Hewson, 78, was diagnosed with dementia in 2013. His son Steve describes the effect that this diagnosis had on his family. “We noticed a change four years ago,” says Steve, 54. “Subtle things like when he received birthday cards he’d place them upside down on the mantelpiece, or attempt to read an upside down newspaper. “One day my mum, Maureen, was waiting at the bus stop with dad and decided to pop into the bank for a minute, leaving him at the bus stop. When she returned he’d disappeared. He’d just got on the bus - without her or a ticket.” In his younger years Richard, known as Ricky, was a member of the Royal Navy. Then he worked in management at Bevan Funnell, Newhaven, specialising in reproduction furniture, a job he loved. Ricky also enjoyed socialising and was chairman of the darts team and pool league. Ricky was sadly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2013, and for the first two years he and Maureen were able to carry on life pretty much as normal. Then the situation started to deteriorate. “I got a phone call in the middle of the night from mum, asking me to come round to try and stop Dad from leaving the house,” said Steve. “Mum had been trying to cope with all this on her own, playing down how bad the situation had become,” said Steve. “We discovered that mum hadn’t really slept for two weeks and had been sitting up with dad to make sure he didn’t leave the house.” After this incident Ricky was taken to hospital, and then placed in a care home in Eastbourne. Steve said: “I’m a paramedic so I know which are the good care homes in the area.” Steve called Clifden House in Seaford to see if it had a space. Luckily, one had become free that very day and Ricky was able to move to Clifden House Dementia Care Centre as a permanent resident. “Mum didn’t want to believe this was happening. She wanted to keep dad at home for as long as possible. “She understands though that she can’t deal with dad at home safely. She takes comfort in knowing that he’s now safe and professionally cared for. “He was a really good dad,” says Steve. “He was also a very intelligent man. It’s sad that he’s ended up at the mercy of this cruel disease.” “However I’ve learnt that although it’s difficult, you’ve got to be really positive. Remember the good times and the person they were. What’s happening now isn’t him; it’s the disease.” Clifden House Dementia Care Centre is rated ‘Good’ by CQC, Claremont Road, Seaford, 01323 896460, www.clifdenhouse.co.uk

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Above: Richard Hewson as a young man Below: Richard and his son Steve

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Balancing the Body with Breathing (Pranayama) Pranayama means ‘to stretch the breath’. It is prudent to advance gradually in any form of stretching that we do with the physical body. When stretching the physical body the ligaments act as elastic tissue and have a great capacity to stretch, provided the extent of flexibility is approached and accommodated gradually by the entire organism. At the same time, the muscle tissue needs to be strong enough to provide adequate support for the increased flexibility, maintaining a healthy balance. If ligaments are stretched too rapidly beyond their limit injury results, ranging from tearing of a few fibres to a complete ligamentous tear, requiring an extended recovery period. When stretching the breath, it seems logical that the same caution should be applied with the same aim of maintaining balance in the system as a whole. In the physical mechanics of breathing, we are moving many body tissues as we take air into the lungs. The lungs themselves, the pleural lining around the lungs and between the fissures, the fascial tissue between the lungs and all surrounding organs and structures – heart, oesophagus, diaphragm, ribs, sternum, spine – particularly the cervical spine from which the lungs are suspended. Not forgetting that all the nerves and blood vessels are housed in this elastic fascial tissue that surrounds just about every structure in the body. Also the structures affected by these adjacent structures, in particular all the abdominal organs that are affected by the diaphragm as it moves with the breath. Injury patterns and restrictions in any of these structures can become more apparent when the breath is stretched further than accustomed. A restricted rib or cervical vertebra, e.g., may start to move more freely in response to gently expanding the breath. Gradually, with careful expansion of the breath, deeper tensions may start to release. When deep fascial tissue tensions in and between organs are released therapeutically, they can release deep tensions that may have been held in the body for a long period of time, without the person being consciously aware of them. This requires a deep adjustment within the whole system to regain an equilibrium that is ultimately beneficial though perhaps at first a little disorientating. I feel that a similar release can be gained with careful Pranayama. If the stretch of the breath and the tissues is gradual, the body can easily accommodate the micro changes whilst maintaining equilibrium. Imagine the effect of tension in the pleural tissue. Suppose that this tension pulls through to the diaphragm, affecting the breathing generally and the entire abdominal system via the restricted diaphragmatic movement. It may also pull through to the psoas muscle affecting the kidneys, which normally travel 600 metres along the psoas every day. The tension in the psoas muscle may pull unevenly on the hip and the lumbar spine affecting the nerve distribution to surrounding muscles and organs. The body considers organs and blood vessels to be more important

than joints for survival, so it is happy for the person to have an adapted posture creating tension in a joint in order to make space to minimise or avoid any effective tension in an organ. Imagine now that the breath is suddenly stretched, releasing all the tension in the pleural tissue. The dynamics of the forces held throughout the body to help compensate for this tension are now no longer required. Suddenly, the accommodation and adaption around the stresses on the diaphragm, kidneys, lumbar spine, hip and perhaps reflex nerve responses all need to change, yet the change is far too great for the body to accommodate, resulting in imbalance. I feel the principal is similar to overstretching a ligament by excessive physical stretching, just that the physical stretching is this time accomplished with the breath. Gentle breathing techniques allow the person to develop control over the breathing mechanism and the rhythm of the breath; bonding with the lobes of the lungs and the breath whilst having a beneficial effect on the body structures and circulation. The use of physical postures with this breath further develops the strength of the breath. There is also a powerfully relaxing effect on the large Solar Plexus nerve centre, our emotional brain, helping to keep it decongested. We are happy to advise you on your health matters and offer a free 15 minute joint and spinal check, without obligation. Lin Bridgeford DO KFRP MICAK MICRA FSCCO MSc Registered Osteopath & Kinesiologist & Yoga Teacher Aether Bios Clinic Saltdean 01273 309557 07710 227038 www.osteo-info.co.uk www.biosyoga.co.uk

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Local history - Part 62

Ovingdean Dig Mike Laslett

If you pass St Wulfran’s Church, Ovingdean you will notice some excavations in the field to the north of the Church…

Don’t worry; no one is building a Tesco Express! The excavations to uncover Ovingdean’s ancient history are by the Brighton and Hove Archaeological Society and have been taking place each summer for several years.

Above and below: excavation site at St Wulfran’s

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The fact that the earliest settlement in Ovingdean was in this field to the north of the church explains why the original church entrance was on the north side. In the north wall you can see where the original door has been blocked up.

37 So far the dig has revealed many pits, post holes and flint walls some of which are evidence of a 13�� Century house. The rest of the complex is still revealing itself. The finds uncovered during the dig have included a bone gaming piece and a wood lined well. Excavations take place each Saturday and Wednesday during the summer months. The public are welcome to observe but are requested to enter the field using the stile at the lych-gate. Further information is available from the BHAS website: www.brightonarch.org.uk I started this article with the phrase “If you pass St Wulfran’s Church,” but this is not recommended. You should pause to visit what is probably the oldest building in Brighton. It also has a fine interior with decorations by Charles Eamer Kempe. He added the ‘e’ to the family name to appear more mediaeval! The Kemp family home was the nearby Ovingdean Hall while the Kemp family tomb opposite the church door bears the family arms: three wheatsheaves. Also in the churchyard are the graves of Magnus Volk and of William Willett who developed the Willett Estate in Hove and introduced British Summertime. Two female pioneers are commemorated by the Jex-Blake memorial, reminding us of a pioneer female surgeon and the grave of Helena Normanton, the first female barrister in the UK.

Above: Kempe Tomb (top) Kempe Wheat sheaf coat of arms in the stained glass of St Wulfran’s (bottom)

Opposite page: the blocked door and St Wulfran’s Church. Above: Top - Magnus Volke and daughter Muriel’s grave. Bottom - Jex-Blake Memorial

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Beacon Hill Nature Reserve Those of you that walk on Beacon Hill regularly will have seen the very obvious changing seasons as we enter summer. The grasses are now in seed and reaching 2ft high in places (approx. 60cm to our younger readers!). Our wildlife and butterfly man, Peter Whitcomb, is taking regular inventories and his latest sightings range from Goatsbeard (including a hybrid between Goatsbeard and Salsify), Field Scabious, Houndstongue, Sea Beet, Silverweed, Dog Rose, Knotted Hedge Parsley and Dogs Violet to the Common Spotted Orchid (not so common really !!!). Butterflies are merrily fluttering around and a beautiful female Common Spotted Blue showed herself to be very photographic. Come for a walk and see how many varieties of butterfly you can spot. Peter will be leading a Butterfly walk on Thursday 3�� August, meeting at the picnic benches at 10.00.

Common Spotted Blue Butterfly

The flip side of all this lush plant growth is the dreaded ragwort which is showing it’s pretty but “ugly” head already. The Friends’ focus for July and August will be the annual Ragwort Pulling Extravaganza. To allow those of you that are unavailable during the working week we are putting on a special Saturday session on 8�� July so you can come and join in the pulling fun. We will have a marquee for breaks from the sun (or shelter from the rain !) and hopefully can make a fun day. The Beacon Hub Café Kiosk will be open for light refreshments (and they have a loo). There will be 2 sessions, morning 10AM to Midday and afternoon 2 to 4PM. Come along and join the Friends for the feel good factor of some good old fashioned hands-on, big scale, weed pulling. No specific skills are required on our volunteer days just a willingness to help out. Long trousers/sleeves and gardening gloves are recommended for ragwort pulling. Workdays are the 2ⁿ� Wednesday and 4�� Friday of the month. Upcoming dates are July 12�� & 28�� along with Saturday July 8�� for a Weekend Ragwort Pulling Extragavanza, August 9�� and 25��. If you need an added incentive, after our Friday workdays we wander down to the Beacon Hub Kiosk Café for a cuppa and slice of cake – because we’re worth it. New volunteers are always welcome to join us, meeting 10.00 at Longhill Road, Ovingdean, entrance to the Nature Reserve. Tools are provided but please wear study shoes/boots/gloves. If you would like further information we can be found at :E-mail : FOBeaconHill@gmail.com Telephone : 01273 983000 Facebook : www.facebook.com/beaconhillrottingdean

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NHW Update Are you a switched on parent? As parents we naturally want what's best for our children. We want them to be healthy and happy ...and that includes doing the things that are appropriate for their age and maturity. One thing that is becoming more concerning to parents is the safety of children on line. Whilst the Internet is a fantastic resource for learning ,communicating and entertainment, it is also largely unregulated and unfortunately the channel of choice for many people who have bad intentions and are not fussy about who they are harming. As adults we are aware of the potential issues connected with being on line. Children, however, are more innocent and usually more trusting and certainly less prepared to handle the negative situations they may come across on the Internet. Children are full of natural curiosity and that is why today you need to be switched on to how to protect children on line not just with parental controls and specialist software that you may already be using, but by engaging with your

children from an early age, and keeping engaged with them as they grow up in their digital world. Get Safe Online - the UK Government's preferred source of online safety advice - has put together an invaluable guide for parents of children of all ages. Partnering with Neighbourhood Watch and Norton, a guide can be found on www.getsafeonline.org and takes you through different ages of your children, detailing some of the risks they face on line and suggesting practical ways in which you can engage with them and helping you put the appropriate steps in place to keep them safe. Visit the website and click on the 'Be a switched on parent' button on the home page. The advice is easy to follow and implement and is completely free. For more information about Neighbourhood Watch contact 01273 306441 nhw.sro-sec@hotmail.co.uk Visit our website: www.saltdeanrottingdeanovingdeannhw.co.uk Twitter - @NhwSRO Facebook - Saltdeannhw

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Mondays Civil Service Pensioners Alliance – Monday morning month‐ ly Evelyn George 308665. Saltdean Community Centre Weaning Clinic drop‐in at Hazel Co�age, Warren Road, Woodingdean. The ﬁrst Monday of the month only (exc. Bank holidays) (FREE) Miss Fit Club 9.30 - 10.30am Saltdean Park Yoga ‐ 10am to Noon. Renata 01273 301245 or 07775537484 Ovingdean Village Hall Fun & Fit Pilates 8.30 - 9.25am, Cardio Blast - 9.30 -10am, Pilates 10.05-11am Gentle Aerobics 11.05 - 11.50am Saltdean Scout Hut - Karen 01273 585506 NCT Deans Bumps and Babies 1.30pm - 3.30pm Lido Community Room, Saltdean. Deansbumpsandbabies@gmail.com Exercise to Music ‐ 1.30pm to 2.30pm. Church of the Holy Cross, Woodingdean. £3. Ella 737054 Womens Ins�tute ‐ Second Monday of the month. 2.30pm to 4.30pm. Ovingdean Village Hall Yoga – Monday and Wednesday evening and Thursday morning Breeda Duggan 233608. Sdean Community Centre Scouts (10.5 to 14 yrs) 7.30 – 9.30pm. Old Parish Ln, Wdean Mowgli Cub Scouts (8 years to 10.5 years) 7pm – 8.30pm. Li�le Gilwell, Longridge Avenue, Saltdean Explorer Scouts (14 years – 18 years) Scout HQ, Whiteway Lane, Ro�ngdean Brownies ‐ Term �mes 5.45pm to 7.00pm. Waiting list Samantha: 07870899832. Ovingdean Village Hall Nia Dance Class: 5-6PM Rottingdean Village Hall - Helena 01273 583299 Habakkuk Harriers running Club 7.00pm Running in and around Woodingdean. FREE. Phone 01273 705685 for details. Zumba 7-7.50pm Woodingdean Youth Centre, Warren Rd, £5, first class is FREE. 07795956793 Zumbadianelewis@aol.co.uk Strong by Zumba (HIIT and bodyweight class) 7-8pm, 8-9pm Zumba fitness Telsc Cliffs Comm Church, Buckhurst Rd, BN10 7AH. FB: zumba with Lucie, zumbawithlucie.co.uk drop in £6, £40 for 10 classes. 5 Rhythms Dance 7.30 to 9.30pm Rottingdean Village Hall. £10 or £8 students/over 65’s. Neda - 07779 033129 Pilates @ Saltdean Pilates 9.30 to 10.30am. lvl 2, 10.4511.45am lvl 1, 6.45 to 7.45pm lvl 3, 8.00 - 9.00pm lvl 2 private studio. saltdeanpilates@hotmail.co.uk. Small classes of 4/5 people. £48 course - 6 classes. Tracy Armﬁeld 07877 878532 Weight Watchers – Monday evenings 7.00pm – 8.30pm Sarah Evans 605749. S’dean Community Centre St Margaret’s Women’s Group 2nd Monday of the month, 7.30pm in the cottage, The Green, Rottingdean

Tuesdays Quiz night 1�� Tues of month, St Nicholas Hall, Sdean,7pm, £3, licensed. 01273 585059 Cinema - 4�� Tuesday St Nicholas Hall, Sdean, 7pm, £5.50, licensed. www.cinemasaltdean.org. Morning meditation 7.30-8.30am Open Art Café, 6 Nevill Road Rottingdean Drop-in £3 info: Theresa Sundt 01273 303571 Saltdean & District Choir – Tuesday 9.45am Audrey Pickles 303596. Or Pamela Reynolds 583701 Saltdean Community Centre Church Service ‐ 10.00am.Holy Communion St Nicholas Church Saltdean Vale, Saltdean Healing Clinic Drop in 10.00am - 1pm Saltdean for help with physical, mental, emotional conditions and animals Emma (BRCP/NFSH) 07551 607171 www.spiritualhealingandyoga.com The Senior Tea Club 10.30am-12.30pm for tea & chat. Telscombe Civic Centre Open to Senior Deans residents, free - donations accepted Maria - 07584052837 or 01273 307435. Conversa�onal French 10.30am‐12pm, Our Lady Lourdes Church Hall, Steyning Road, Ro�ngdean. 01273 390179. All proceeds go to CAFOD Fun & Fit 8.55‐9.25am ‐ Strength Blast, 9.30 ‐ 10.30 ‐ Pilates, Ovingdean Village Hall. Karen 01273 585506 Baby and You 10.30am‐12 noon at Hazel Co�age Clinic, Warren Road, Woodingdean. (drop‐in for expectant parents and parent/carers with babies who are not yet walking) ‐ (FREE) Healthy Child Clinic 1.30pm – 3pm at the Saltdean Children’s Centre (Outreach) in Boomerang Kids Nursery, Saltdean Barn,Arundel Drive West, Saltdean. Weighing, measuring and drop‐in session for children up to 5yrs and their carers.‐ (FREE) U3A Tai Chi 10am St Mar�ns Church Hall, Longridge Ave. Academy of Dancing 3.55 –7 pm. Charlene Benford 01323 899149 Saltdean Community Centre Over 50’s Keep Fit Classes – Tuesday 1.30 – 2.30 pm £3.00 per session. Tea and Coﬀee included. St Mar�ns Church Hall, Longridge Ave. Saltdean Parents/ Carers/ Babies/ Toddlers Tuesday 9‐12pm Pam Turner 01273 306553.Woodingdean Community Centre Zumba - Rottingdean Village Hall Tues 6.30 - 7.30PM, Helen Ford 07919 406917 www.helenfordzumba.com Royal Sco�sh Country Dancing Society – Tuesday 7.30pm to 9.30pm during school �me. Saltdean Junior School. Pam & Ray Archer 01273 684417 Pilates 7.45 - 8.45pm Deans Leisure Centre, Falmer Road Contact Jan Davies - 07904 187257

Pilates @ Saltdean pilates 6.00 - 6.45pm Pregnancy Pilates, 7.15-8.15pm level 1 Private studio. Contact Tracy Armfield on 07877878532 / saltdeanpilates@hotmail.co.uk Small classes of 4/5 people. £48.00/course of 6 classes Cub Scouts (8 years to 10.5 years) 6.30pm – 8.30pm Woodingdean - Old Parish Lane. Ro�ngdean Contact: Caroline: Caroline@idltd.com Scout HQ,Whiteway Lane, Ro�ngdean Second Tuesday of the month Woodingdean Hor�culture Society ‐ 7.30pm Woodingdean Community Centre Slimming World ‐ Tues: 9.30am, 5.30pm, 7.30pm, St Patricks, Woodingdean. Natalie 07854 845876

Wednesdays Saltdean Crafters Craft group meet first Wednesday of the month Saltdean Community Centre (Lido) 7.30 -9.30pm, £7 all materials provided. 07506692178 Sea Swim Fitness ‐ 7.00am.Saltdean Beach. http://seaswimfitness.blogspot.co.uk Miss Fit Club 9.30 - 10.30am Saltdean Park Yoga for Health & Wellbeing 9.30 - 10.45am, Saltdean Emma (BRCP/NFSH) 07551 607171 www.spiritualhealingandyoga.com Dizzy Tilly Kids ‐ ac�vi�es 0 – 4 yrs – music, puppets, bubbles,stories and play. 9.30am & 11am ‐ Clare Derby 308706 . St Mar�ns Hall, Saltdean Dizzy Tilly party fun time! For children's parties age 2-6years taking bookings now! Crawlers and Toddlers Drop‐in (Free of charge) 9.15am ‐ 10.30am (conﬁdent crawlers to 2 years) at St Margaret’s Co�age Ro�ngdean (next to the church and opposite the pond) Preschooler Song & Dance Class 6 months - 6 years boys & girls Baby Ballet® Tinies 9.30am-10.05am Baby Ballet® Movers 10.15am 3 Week trial £15, Kelly 07799 603263 brightonwestandhove@babyballet.co.uk Body Boost - 9.45am aerobics, 6.15pm Dancercise, Saltdean Community Centre, Lesley Jeavons 915097 Funky Feet (modern dance) Woodingdean Methodist Church Hall. Classes for adults and children Ring Vanessa on 273227 Academy of Dancing 5.10 –7.20 pm. Charlene Benford 01323 899149 Saltdean Community Centre Fun & Fit Core & Arms Blast 1.15 -1.55PM S.dean Scout Hut Karen 01273 585506 Weight Watchers 10.am. The Lady of Lourdes Church Hall,R.dean Stretch and Tone 10 am to 11am. Ovingdean Village Hall Baby and You 11am – 12.15pm Drop‐in (Babies from 6 weeks to Crawling) at St Margaret’s Co�age, Rtgdean Tai Chi – Wednesday mornings 10 – 11.15 Andrea 01273 304472 Scout Hut, Longridge Avenue. Play Group Lady of Lourdes Church Hall Rtgdean, 1.15 3pm 0-5 Year olds £2.00 per family. French for Fidgets Parent & Toddler Class, 1.30: 2.15pm Rtgdean Village Hall Liz Watson 07976 368052 The Ro�ngdean Wednesday Bridge Club 6.15pm The Whiteway Centre, Ro�ngdean Call June Hill 01273 307623 for details. Art & Cra� Club – Wednesday a�ernoon 1 -4pm Irene Beardwell 303745, St Nicholas Church - Taverner side room. Yoga ‐ 2.30pm to 3.30pm. Church of the Holy Cross, Wood‐ ingdean. £3. Ella 737054 Jane Salisbury School of Dance ‐ Ballet, Tap and Funky Freestyle, (from 3yrs upwards) 3.30pm‐5.30pm, St Nicholas Church Hall, Saltdean 01273 275002, 07855955138 janesalisbury@ntlworld.com Seeonee Cub Scouts (8 years to 10.5 years) 7pm – 8.30pm Li�le Gilwell, Longridge Avenue, Saltdean Beaver Scouts (6 years to 8 years) 6.00pm – 7.00pm Li�le Gilwell, Longridge Avenue, Saltdean Serenity Yoga - Hatha Yoga (Beginners welcome) 7.00-8.15pm, & 8.30 - 9.45pm St Nicholas Church Hall Nikki Tuke 07813 125795 Zumba Fitness 7.00- 7.50pm Woodingdean Methodist Church Hall. Free 1�� class then £5 - Diane 07795 956793 zumbadianelewis@aol.co.uk Al-Anon Meeting 7.15 for 7.30pm start Telscombe Civic Ctr. Contact 0207 4030888 www.al-anon.org.uk or Sue 07590675496 American Partner Dancing 7.30 - 9pm W’dean Community Centre, beginners welcome: Chester 07519 818112 Or Lesley 07885986857 stepscwdc@gmail.com Meditation/Self Healing Group 7.00 - 8pm, Saltdean. Emma (BRCP/NFSH) 07551607171 Strong by Zumba 7-8pm 8-9pm Zumba fitness St Martins Church Hall, Longridge Ave, Saltdean BN2 8LR FB: zumba with Lucie, zumbawithlucie.co.uk drop in £6, £40 for 10 classes. Brighton Male Voice Choir 7.30-9.30pm. Woodingdean Methodist Church, Ridgway BN2 6PA Tom Ryan 07899 874969 www.brightonmailvoicechoir.co.uk Pilates – Weds eve‐ Danielle 584984. S’dean Comm Centre Slimming World 5.30 & 7.30PM Wdngdean Yth Centre, Warren Rd. Contact Ali - 01273 300680/07821 179343 Southover Badminton Club 8 - 10pm, Deans Leisure Centre, Contact Dan (07812 658834), Lesley (01444 233965) southoverclub@hotmail.co.uk

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Zumba - 7.30pm. Contact Sundari 07907 185135 St Martins Church Hall Also Saturday 9.15am, £5 drop in. T.S.Valiant N.T.C. meets @ Woodingdean School 6.30-8.30pm on Weds. Age 7 upwards. Contact 01273 676784.

Thursdays Morning meditation 7.30-8.30am Open Art Café, 6 Nevill Road Rottingdean Drop-in £3 info: Theresa Sundt 01273 303571 Downs Baptist Church, Woodingdean Three youth clubs to suit age 8-16 at Rudyard Kipling Primary School, BN2 6RH. Contact: Sean Older 01273 232414 office@downsbaptistchurch.org Gentle Yoga for over 60’s/ anyone with physical problems Simple exercises for stiffness,pain,lack of coordination, focus/concentration, Saltdean Emma(BRCP/NFSH) 07551607171 www.spiritualhealingandyoga.com Church Service ‐ 10.00am.Holy Communion St Nicholas Church Saltdean Vale, Saltdean Open House Friendship Club 1.30 to 4.00pm Woodingdean Community Centre Coﬀee Shop ‐ 10‐12 Woodingdean Methodist Church, The Ridgeway. 304812 Make some new friends. Healthy Child Clinic ‐ 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month 11‐12 noon at Hazel Co�age, Warren Road, Woodingdean (FREE) .Weighing, measuring and drop‐in session for children up to 5yrs and their carers. Healthy Child Clinic – 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month 11‐12 noon at The Deans Gateway Children’s Centre, Rudyard Kipling School (FREE) Weighing, measuring and drop‐in session for children up to 5yrs and their carers. Dance/Exercise Class St Nicholas Church Hall 1.30-2.30pm Territa 07931 930770 Weight Watchers 6.00pm Peacehaven Evangelical Church, Mayﬁeld Avenue, Peacehaven Sue Ca�, 390652 for futher informa�on. Weight Watchers 6.45pm Woodingdean Community Centre. Habakkuk Harriers running Club 7.00pm Running in and around Woodingdean. FREE Phone 01273 705685 for details. Weight Watchers‐ 6.00pm The Church of the Holy Cross, Woodingdean Zumba 7.30-8.20pm Falmer Village Hall (Opp Pond) £5, First Class FREE. 07795 956793 Zumbadianelewis@aol.co.uk Ro�ngdean Wine Club ‐ Second Thursday in the month, Whiteway Centre, Ro�ngdean, 7.30 Pm Further details, Mervyn Peatfield 01273 240164 Gardening Club‐ First Thursday of the month. 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Ovingdean Village Hall. Beaver Scouts (6 years to 8 years) 6.00pm – 7.00pm Ro�ngdean Contact Lindsey Delow: lindsey.delow@me.com Seeonee Cub Scouts (8 years to 10.5 years) 7pm – 8.30pm Li�le Gilwell, Longridge Avenue, Saltdean Pilates @ Saltdean Pilates 7.00pm - 8.00pm level 1 Private studio. Contact Tracy Armfield on 07877878532 / saltdeanpilates@hotmail.co.uk Small classes of 4/5 people. £48.00/course of 6 classes Scouts (10.5 years to 14 years) 7.30pm – 9.00pm Ro�ngdean Contact Mar�n Carr: 07801 687172 Scout HQ, Whiteway Lane, Ro�ngdean Tai Chi & Qigong 6.45pm‐8.45pm Ro�ngdean Public Hall, Park Road, Ro�ngdean Info from Evelyn Hills 01323 501634 1st Thursday in the month Saltdean Townswomen’s Guild ‐ 1.45PM at St Martins Church Hall, Saltdean, 01273 302373 U3A mee�ng 2.1 5 p m - 2 . 3 0 p m St . Nicholas Church Hall, Saltdean Last Thursday of the month Lunch Club ‐ W’dean Methodist Church ‐ 307496/ 887618

Fridays Sea Swim Fitness 7am, S’dean beach http://seaswimfitness.blogspot.co.uk Children’s Art Club ‐ 3.30‐5.15pm Clair Ma�hews 07843275520. Saltdean Community Centre Fun & Fit Pilates - 9.15- 10.10am; Circuit Blast 10.15 - 10.45am, Pilates 10.50 - 11.45pm, Beginners Pilates 11.50 - 12.45pm Whiteway Centre Rottingdean. Karen - 01273 585506 Slimming world – morning – Mandy Crew 542827 Saltdean Community Centre. Stretch and Tone ‐ 10 am to 11am. Ovingdean Village Hall. The Ro�ngdean Bridge Club 1.20pm The Whiteway Centre, Ro�ngdean - Colin Campbell 01273 300386 or Monica Watts 01273 608881. Tots & toys 1.15pm ‐ 2.45pm. For carers with babies, toddlers and pre‐school children. Meet at St. Nicholas Church Hall, Saltdean. (term �me only). Laura 07980 242283.

45 49 Social Dance Group‐ 6.30pm to 8.00pm. Lizzie 01273 300533. Ovingdean Village Hall Scouts (10.5 years to 14 years) 7.30pm – 9.30pm Li�le Gilwell, Longridge Avenue, Saltdean Line Dancing Beginners 11.30am - 1pm Intermediate 1.30 - 3.30pm W’dean Comm Centre - Steps Dance Club Chester 07519 818112 Lesley 07885 986857 Stepscwdc@gmail.com Dizzy Tilly Kids! - activities 0-4yrs, puppets, stories, music, bubbles & play 10:30am St.Martins Hall, Saltdean - Clare 01273 308706 www.dizzy-tilly-kids.com The Senior Tea Club Meet 2-4pm for tea & chat. St Nicholas Church Hall, Saltdean Vale. Open to Senior Deans residents, free - donations accepted Maria - 07584052837 or 01273 307435.

Saturdays Fun & Fit Run, walk, stagger 8.15-9.15am Sdean Car park Karen 01273 585506 Zumba Fitness 9.15-10.15am The Hub, Big Park, Piddinghoe Ave, Peacehaven FB: zumba with Lucie, zumbawithlucie.co.uk drop in £6, £40 for 10 classes.

Local Groups Brighton Male Voice Choir Tom Ryan‐ Secretary 01273 688005 07899 874969 Or G.Meeton 01273 241755 Four Deans Stroke Club 01273 272815 / 01273 303236 Ro�ngdean Preserva�on Society 01273 304752 The Grange Museum and Art Gallery Ro�ngdean 01273 301004 Mon/Tues 10am ‐4pm Closed Weds Thurs/Fri/Sat 10am‐4pm Sunday 2pm ‐ 4pm Ro�ngdean Drama Society www.ro�ngdeandramasociety.co.uk Ro�ngdean Writers Tim Davies 07814 987688 rottingdeanwritersgroup@outlook.com Ro�ngdean Camera Club Brian Knight 01273 302605 www.rottcc.co.uk Ro�ngdean Cricket Club 01273 309325 Rottingdean Bowling Club Norman Watson 01273 301290 www.rottingdeanbowlingclub.co.uk The Ro�ngdean Bridge Club Contact Colin Campbell - 01273 300386 or Monica Watts - 012373 608881 Ro�ngdean Wine Club Tony Woodhall 01273 309697 The Deans Orchestra Barry Mar�n 01323 895927 St Nicholas Church Hall Hire for parties, etc. 01273 301885 Saltdean Townswomen’s Guild 01273 302373 Saltdean Lido 01273 888308 WSLAT & Rottingdean LAT mary.mears@brightonhove.gcsx.gov.uk 01273 291011 S’dean Bowling Club Sec:T Hammond 01273 887618 S’dean Residents Association www.saltdeanra.org.uk Saltdeanra@googlemail.com Sdean, Rdean & Odean NH Watch Linda Hood, Secretary 01273 306441 nhw.sro-sec@hotmail.co.uk Saltdean Writing Bureau Group 1�� & 3�� Saturday 1.30 - 3.30pm Volunteer Bureau, Longridge Ave. Roger Bluff 07932 458071 Roger.j.bluff@btinternet.com Woodingdean Swimming Pool 01273 673265 Woodingdean Rainbows and Brownies Elizabeth 01273 272670 Five Deans U3A Eileen 01273 300274 www.fivedeansu3a.org.uk

Saltdean Writing Bureau Group 1�� & 3�� Saturday 1.30 - 3.30pm Volunteer Bureau, Longridge Ave. Roger Bluff 07932 458071 Roger.j.bluff@btinternet.com Zumba Fitness 10.00- 10.50am Woodingdean Methodist Church Hall. Free 1�� class then £5 Diane 07795 956793 zumbadianelewis@aol.co.uk Jane Salisbury School of Dance ‐ Ballet, Tap and Funky Freestyle, (from 3yrs upwards) 9.30am‐12.30pm, St Nicholas Church Hall, Saltdean 01273 275002, 07855955138. janesalis‐ buryschoolofdance@gmail.com Sacrament of Penance ‐ 10.30am, 5.45‐ 6.15pm. Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Ro�ngdean Saturday night dance 7.30pm – 10.30pm – Doug Hann 01273 691767 St Nicholas Church Hall

Sundays

Church Service ‐ 10am. Woodingdean Methodist Church The Ridgeway Wdean. Church Service ‐ 8am.Holy Communion 10.30am Parish Communion St Nicholas Church Saltdean Vale, Saltdean Church Service 10.00am Sung Eucharist - St Wulfrans Church Ovingdean Sunday Mass ‐ Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Ro�ngdean 6.30pm (Sat) 10.30am Sun also 9am St Patrick’s Catholic Church, Woodingdean. Info 01273 302903 Downs Baptist Church Family friendly Service & Sunday School 10.30am meet at Woodingdean Primary School. DBC Youth Church Service (age 11-21) 6pm at Rudyard Kipling Primary School. DBC Adult service 6pm Rudyard Kipling Primary School.

Church Service ‐ 10.15am. St Mar�ns URC Longridge Avenue Saltdean Biblical Dance, circle style for men, women and children ‐ Held occasional Sundays at St Mar�n’s Church Hall, Longridge Ave from 3‐4pm. Contact Judy Law 01273 307034 for next mee�ng

IMPORTANT: Please check with the event organiser before a�ending for the ﬁrst �me. We try to keep these lis�ngs as up to date as possible but there may be some inaccuracies. Please let us know of any errors you discover.

Denton Island Indoor Bowls Club Denton Island, Newhaven, BN9 9BA 01273 514664 Woodingdean Bowls Club Elaine Vickers Secretary 01273 301445 David Billings Chairman 01273 692123 Neighbourhood Watch Linda Hood - 01273 306441 nhw.sro-sec@hotmail.co.uk Local Community Centres Saltdean Community Hall hire: 07810560337 or 07900907305

Local Libraries LE = Libraries Extra Woodingdean Library Warren Road Brighton BN2 6BA (01273) 290800 Monday 9am‐5pm Tue/Wed 9am‐7pm LE Thu 9am‐5pm Fri 9am‐5pm LE Sat 9.30am‐5pm LE Sun 11am -5pm LE Ro�ngdean Library The Grange, Ro�ngdean BN2 7HA (01273) 290800 Monday 9am‐5pm Tue 9am‐7pm LE Wed 9am‐5pm Thu 9am‐7pm LE Fri 9am‐5pm LE Sat 9.30am‐5pm LE Sun 11am -5pm Saltdean Library Saltdean Lido, Saltdean BN2 8SP (01273) 290800 Mon 9am‐7pm LE Tue 9am‐5pm Wed 9am‐7pm LE Thu 9am‐7pm LE Fri 9am‐5pm Sat 9.30am‐5pm Sun 11am -5pm LE

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Ro�ngdean Whiteway Centre Whiteway Lane Ro�ngdean, Brighton BN2 7HB 01273 307431 For Le�ng 07840 088 575 Ro�ngdean & Saltdean Lions Club info@ro�ngdeanand saltdeanlions. org.uk 08458 339617 Ro�ngdean Public Hall Park Lane Available for Hire 01273 302092 Woodingdean Community Centre Warren Road 01273 685940 Woodingdean Youth Centre Warren Road Brighton BN2 6BB 01273 600606 woodingdeanyc@btconnect.com Southover Badminton Club Dan (07812 658834) Lesley (01444 233965) southoverclub@hotmail.co.uk www.twitter.com/southoverclub Beacon Hill Nature Reserve Meet 2ⁿ� Weds & 4�� Fri of month at 10am, Longhill Rd entrance to the reserve. Contact Louise 01273 983000 fobeaconhill@gmail.com for details or to join Friends of Beacon Hill. Local Churches St Mar�ns URC Longridge Avenue, Saltdean Secretary: Rob Upward 01273 309097 St Nicholas Church Saltdean Vale, Saltdean Brighton ,BN2 8HE 01273 302192 www.saltdeansaintnicholas.org.uk Local Police Contacts Saltdean, Rottingdean & Ovingdean Police Community Support Oﬃcer Andrew McAllister 101 ext 27369, 07912 892658 andrew.mcallister@sussex.pnn.police.uk

Local Community Websites www.woodingdean.info www.saltdeanresidentsassociatio n.com www.ro�ngdean.uk.com Local Venues Woodingdean Woodingdean Methodist Hall to r ent for par�es etc. 01273 304812 Beulah Fletcher Woodingdean St Patrick’s Church rooms to rent meetings & classes - Bernadette 309118 berskin@hotmail.com Ro�ngdean Scout HQ is available for private hire. Contact Kate on 01273 306383 for further informa�on If you are part of a local group and would like your info. to appear on this page send your details to the email address at the bottom of the page

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Pursuits 4U Singing & Dancing Every Wednesday 2 till 4pm at Rottingdean Village Hall Dementia Event Rottingdean Village Hall 2 till 4pm Contact: 07825 292995 Yoga in Saltdean, Introduction ALL LEVELS Wednesdays Pranayama class (breathing) 1212.30pm. Yoga 12:30-2:00pm Saltdean Lido Community Hall Saltdean Park Road BN2 8SP (at the side by the car park, Blue Door) www.biosyoga.co.uk 07710 227038 Lin Bridgeford

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Local History Feature

Brighton lifeboats A short monthly series on their history Part Sixteen: The present time The current Brighton Lifeboat, an Atlantic 85 operational number B852, named Random Harvest has been on station since September 2011 and has carried out over 300 service launches during that time with another fifty or so launches by relief boats while it was away on refit. It represents the ultimate in current inshore lifeboat design and technology and forms the link between the offshore lifeboats and the smaller types of inshore vessels. This is the final episode of our short series during which we have covered the intermittent history of Brighton boats from the first authenticated one in 1806 through to the present day. We have mentioned the formation of the Coastguards and their changing roles, the formation of vital support groups such as the Seamans Missions, the Royal Humane Society and many others. Most of all we have focused on the formation of the RNLI, their ideals, their funding, their promotion of lifeboat designs, their promotion of building techniques and the uniform training standards of their crews until they have become the world's most respected Lifesaving Service upon which many other countries have modelled their own organisations. While originally thought of as a lifesaving service for mariners, as times change and public leisure use of water everywhere has altered, the RNLI have changed to match the needs. They now control the Beach Lifeguards over much of the country, setting a uniform level of training and equipment. This is done wherever the local Council has requested their assistance in expertise but with an agreement over funding and are present on approximately 250 UK beaches. Stations are now present in many inland and freshwater locations, the best known being the three London Stations with Tower Bridge being the busiest with nearly 400 call-outs a year. Because of this Tower has crews on permanent 24 hour stand-by with the requirement to be on their way in ninety seconds! Sadly the majority of their work is recovering or assisting personnel and rarely for boats. Emergency stand-by teams are based around the country to assist not only with UK flood emergencies but have also responded to International calls for assistance. Avoiding accidents by education at all levels from guidance to all seafarers, to talks, school visits, station visits,etc. is also vital and helps take some of the load off the crews who, being mostly volunteers, all have jobs.

As a very rough estimate it costs about ÂŁ500,000 everyday to run the RNLI, with it's 242 stations, some 350 lifeboats and around 9000 launches per year. All of this comes from public donations, so your assistance is vital in any way that you can help. Please enjoy safely whatever time you spend on or near the water but importantly respect the water and be aware of the possibly dangers. If you, or your group, club, school,etc would like a talk or a station visit or you would like to help or be involved with fundraising in any way then please call Margaret Kimber on 07786 446901 Compiled by Alan Young,

Above: Brighton Lifeboat and Marina lifeboat station Below: A look back at the first Brighton lifeboat

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Libraries Extra! Libraries Extra is a flexible new service, giving you extra choice to use your local library out of staffed hours. Monday - 9am to 5pm To use Libraries Extra, all you need to do is upgrade ● Tuesday ‐ 9am to 7pm (Libraries Extra) your Library Membership card for free at your local ● Wednesday - 9am to 5pm library during staffed times. You will be asked bring two ● Thursday - 9am to 7pm (Libraries Extra) proofs of identity, one with your address, and to agree ● Friday - 9am to 5pm (Libraries Extra) to new terms and conditions of membership. ● Saturday - 9.30am to 5pm (Libraries Extra) Woodingdean Library ● Sunday - 11am to 5pm Woodingdean Library, Warren Road, Woodingdean, On staffed days the library will switch to Libraries Brighton BN2 6BA, Telephone 01273 290800 Extra between 1 - 2 pm for lunch cover. Saltdean Library ● Monday - 9am to 5pm Saltdean Library, Saltdean Lido, Saltdean, Brighton BN2 ● Tuesday - 9am to 7pm (Libraries Extra) 8SP, Telephone 01273 290800 ● Wednesday - 9am to 7pm (Libraries Extra) ● Monday - 9am to 7pm (Libraries Extra) ● Thursday - 9am to 5pm ● Tuesday - 9am to 5pm ● Friday ‐ 9am to 5pm (Libraries Extra) ● Wednesday - 9am to 7pm (Libraries Extra) ● Saturday - 9.30am to 5pm ● Thursday - 9am to 7pm (Libraries Extra) ● Sunday - 11am to 5pm (Libraries Extra) ● Friday - 9am to 5pm On staffed days the library will switch to Libraries ● Saturday - 9.30am to 5pm Extra between 1 - 2 pm for lunch cover. ● Sunday - 11am to 5pm (Libraries Extra) Rottingdean Library On staffed days the library will switch to Libraries Rottingdean Library, The Grange, Rottingdean, Extra between 1 - 2 pm for lunch cover. Brighton, BN2 7HA, Telephone 01273 290800 Sussex Community NHS Trust and Brighton & Hove City Council staff and volunteers sessions and activities.

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Cinema Saltdean Film Review

A United Kingdom

Cert. 12A

Politics, romance and Winston Churchill’s broken promise Not that Winston Churchill plays a part in this film but he did play a massive part in what happens in the country that was to become Botswana. This is the story of King Seretse Khama of Bechuanaland and how his loving but controversial marriage to a British white woman, Ruth Williams, put his kingdom into political & diplomatic turmoil. It’s 1947 and a different world; technologically, socially and politically. In London, race, ethnicity and colour are openly discriminated against: attacks on blacks in the streets are commonplace. One black man who is the target of such an attack is an African king, though the attackers are unaware of his status. David Oyelowo (‘Selma’, ‘The Help’, and whose stage work includes playing Henry VI, Parts I, II and II for the Royal Shakespeare Company) plays Seretse Khama, who, whilst living in the UK, has legitimate claim to lead his people, back in Bechuanaland. Ruth Williams (Rosamunde Pike – ‘Girl on a Train’, ‘What we Did on our Holidays’) acts against family wishes by marrying Seretse. She inadvertently becomes queen of a black nation. On arrival in Bechuanaland, she is immediately rejected by her husband’s subjects and life becomes tough. This is intriguing enough in itself, arguably enough of a story for a lesser film. Here, however, it is merely the hors d’oeuvres for a story that puts the couple at the centre of a political storm both at home and away: a storm that that has the potential to wreck the lives of a whole nation of people and their economy. The plot becomes more tangled as European speculators arrive, intending to plunder the mineral wealth of the country; whilst there is divided opinion as to whether Seretse should have any claim to lead them, since Seretse has forced a white queen upon them. Meanwhile, behind the scenes, plans are afoot to banish Seretse from his country altogether; leaving ‘open season’ for the plunderers. Royal family status meant something different in 1947 Bechuanaland; not a Buckingham Palace in sight. Prejudice against Ruth mirrors the racial prejudice of London. Political power play and unscrupulous political jostling contrive to drive Seretse and Ruth apart: but does love conquer all? Is justice done? And do the people survive the shenanigans?

A sterling performances here from Rosamunde Pike who breathes life into this true story. The other star of the film is the location. This is the first feature film made in Botswana; and this adds to the authenticity of the whole. The house to which David takes Ruth is the actual house that the real David and Ruth lived in; found almost by chance by the film crew. Oyelowo puts in a balanced performance, much as he did in ‘Selma’. It is a tribute to his integrity as an actor that he carefully chooses his roles, always picking those stories for which he has a personal interest and true passion: perhaps that’s what energises his performances. A moving and ultimately uplifting film. No film next month BUT watch this space in the August edition for details of an exciting exclusive movie event in the autumn - a Cinema Saltdean scoop! Jon

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Rottingdean & Saltdean Lions

Latest Lions News Rottingdean and Saltdean Lions supporting BVUK & Beacon Hub Lions President, Andy Wavell, recently presented a cheque for £500 to Lesley Garven (Centre Manager) at Blind Veterans UK, Ovingdean. The money is for BVUK to use at Ovingdean and Lesley was delighted to receive it, saying it will go towards a fund to prepare a site for one of the Hampton Court show gardens that has been donated to BVUK to be installed at the Ovingdean Centre. Lion President Andy Wavell with his Lions colleagues also recently presented a cheque for £460 to the Beacon Hub Project that is building a centre for education on Beacon Hill focusing on conservation of the natural world. This donation will help equip their kitchen. Please remember we are one of the causes in Co-op Community Fund. They give 1% of everything members spend on Co-op branded products and services to the local cause they choose. Our cause is to support our aim to give reading books to every child in all the primary schools in our area in their first year at school. So please, if you are a member of the Co-op, choose our cause – thank you in anticipation. Saltdean Gala – Saltdean Oval 15�� July This traditional gala has been running for well over twenty years, and as a regular event has become increasingly popular over the years with it now being one of the highlights of the summer season in Saltdean. It is held in the Saltdean Oval and runs from 11 am through to 4pm.

Coastway Veterinary Group for supporting this part of the Gala. Any small trader (providing you have public liability insurance cover) or local community group that would like to have a stall at the Gala is most welcome to contact us as soon as you can – please ring 07767 665 895. Rottingdean Village Fair 5�� August The ever popular Rottingdean Village Fair is always supported by us. Our world famous barbeque will be there ably complemented by our well stocked bar. On a hot summer’s day the bar is most welcome while the barbeque will be sizzling with delicious beef burgers and hot dogs to ward off hunger during a busy fun day. Looking a little further ahead, our annual sponsored swim held in Roedean School Pool is on Sunday 19�� November. Information is now available. Please contact us, if you would like details. If you would like more information on any of the above activities, or details on teams for our sponsored swim please contact Rottingdean and Saltdean Lions on 08458 339617 or email at info@rottingdeanandsaltdeanlions.org.uk. Lion Roger Bluff

The Gala includes various stalls together with a display of owls, bouncy castles and a coconut shy. You will find lots of other games and stalls along with a bar and the delicious Lions barbeque using locally sourced meat from our local butchers including big sausages and meaty beef burgers with carefully chopped onions. There will be pony rides all day, candy floss, and a dog show. Arena events during the day will include: dancing; martial arts; music and song, races for children and adults and performing arts. Sussex Blinds are sponsoring the races, with medals for the first 3 in each race. Our Summer Draw tickets will also be available on the day with winners being drawn at the end of the Saltdean Gala, first prize £200! The Saltdean Gala Dog Show begins with registrations starting from around 11 am with competitions beginning from 1pm onwards when registrations will close. There is a registration fee of £1.50 per dog per class. There will be prizes in all defined classes that this year will include: fancy dress, cutest puppy, best rescue, golden oldie, dog most like its owner, most talented, the most handsome dog, prettiest bitch, temptation alley and the dog the judge would most like to take home. There will be a final winner by taking the winner of each of the 10 classes to take part in the judgement of best in show. There will be Goody Bags for all entrants (while stocks last), prizes for winners and rosettes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each class and of course a great prize for best in show. As you can imagine, the dog show is great fun. We would like to thank

Above: Dog Show from 2016 Saltdean Gala Below: Cheque presentation to Lesley Garven of Blind Veterans UK

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Local Charity Appeal

Time to Talk Befriending Time to Talk Befriending is a local Charity that helps older people who feel lonely, invisible and forgotten to “feel like they are living again” and “no longer feel trapped inside their own home”. Here is what one of our scheme members has said about what we do and her befriender: "Meeting my befriender and her son has transformed my life, I am not sure where this poem came from but when I read this poem it immediately reminded me of all the kindness and care I have received from the befriending service:” ‘Thank you for loving, for giving and sharing, thank you for listening, helping and caring, for all the wonderful things that you do, but most of all thank you for just being you!’ – Scheme Member

someone’s life through befriending, we would love to hear from you. To find out more please contact one of the Time to Talk Befriending team today on 01273 737710 or email Hannah at volunteers@timetotalkbefriending.org.uk. You can find out more information here: www.timetotalkbefriending.org.uk/brightonhove/volunteering We look forward to hearing from you!

This is what one of our amazing volunteers has said: “It’s been a very pleasant surprise that, while I knew that I would feel good sharing my time with my befriending match, I have been astonished at how much I learn every time I see her. It’s completely changed my opinion of older people and has changed the way I behave with people in the street too… I always make time for a chat with someone in the supermarket queue, for example, as you’ve no idea how lonely the rest of their day might be.” – Volunteer Time to Talk Befriending are currently looking for volunteers in Brighton & Hove, particularly in the following areas: ● Rottingdean ● Saltdean ● Telscombe Cliffs ● Woodingdean If you can spare an hour of your time every fortnight and would like to make a positive difference in

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Rottingdean Preservation Society

Summer at The Grange The Grange Gallery continues with a refreshing and stimulating variety of exhibitions for July. 23 June – ll July. HORIZONS. This child-friendly exhibition, LAND SEA SPACE, will show the works of Carol Lawson, Nichola Campbell and Chris McEwan. Carol Lawson’s pastel drawings celebrate the ever-changing patterns and colour of the South Downs. While Nichola Campbell’s new work is inspired by sea, rock pools and creatures of the seashore, working with ink on wood blocks. And Chris McEwan illustrates his love of machines, mechanical devices and his own collection of space toys. “Most people assume they know about robots but, faced with several hundred, experience a childlike sense of wonder.” 13 – 18 July. THE LITTLE PEOPLE PHOTOGRAPHS; this is a childfriendly exhibition by Paul Rowland of toy people photographed in unusual places. To quote Paul Rowland, “These are the figures that you would normally find on model railway layouts like Hornby train sets; the scale is 1:87 or OO which makes them as tall as your finger nail”. 20 July – 8 August. Mick Bensley, well-known Rottingdean marine artist, will be showing new works. He divides his time between painting and teaching. “I continue to paint a range of subjects including portraits of people, their pets, landscapes, seascapes.” THE Grange Gallery, The Grange, The Green, Rottingdean. Opening times: 10.30 - 16.00 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday (closed Wednesday) and Sunday 14.00 - 16.00. After having visited the exhibitions, why not relax in the lovely Edwin Lutyens / Gertrude Jekyll tea garden? You can indulge yourself on the courtyard, on the lawn or in the newly renovated small barn which has been renamed the Gertrude Jekyll room.

We are pleased to announce that on 7, 8 and 9 July the Synergy Theatre company will be performing the wonderful classic play “The Importance of Being Ernest” by Oscar Wilde in the gardens of The Grange, The Green, Rottingdean; each performance will start at 19.00 and tickets (£12 / £10 / £8 – children 16 and under) will be available from Mad Wax Candles, High Street, Rottingdean, by telephoning 01323 890974 or from www.thesynergytheatre.co.uk . Food and soft drinks will be available and you will be able to bring your own wine or other alcoholic drinks if you would like to. Membership of the Rottingdean Preservation Society: Should you not yet be a member of the RPS and would like to join us, please telephone 01273 301164 or email rpsmemsec@gmail.com. To advertise call 01273 586527 or email info@deansmagazine.co.uk

West Pier Mick Bensley

Divers Pool Paul Rowland

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Ovingdean Gardening Club Ovingdean Gardening Club has been flourishing in the village for over 30 years. We now have over 80 members from all over the Deans catchment area… We are affiliated to the Royal Horticultural Society which means, among other things, a free visit to Wisley every year. We meet on the first Thursday evening of every month and there are a variety of activities arranged including speakers on a wide range of topics, a plant auction, quiz night, Christmas meal and a bring a plate supper.

If you are interested in joining or would like some more information, please visit our website at www.ovingdeangardening.webs.com or telephone Richard or Angie on 303183. We look forward to hearing from you or seeing you at the show.

The highlight of the year is the Annual Village Show. This it is being held on Saturday 5�� August. The Village hall is transformed by the huge variety of flowers, fruit and vegetables, hanging baskets, patio plants, flower arrangements, cookery and photography. Members of the public are very welcome from 2pm and it is free. There will be tea, coffee and home made cakes to enjoy, hopefully on the sun drenched patio. Members of the gardening club are encouraged to enter as many of the categories as they wish. It is a really fun event, competitive but friendly. The club also runs outings throughout the year. We have already been to Pashley Manor Tulip festival and we are going to Great Dixter in July. Below and right - entries from last year’s Village Show

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