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DIY developer idea in Pagham VILLAGERS are being encouraged to become developers to beat the builders in Pagham.

THe ground-breaking idea of the first community land trust in the area has been proposed to promote new housing where residents want it and at prices they can afford.

It would see members of the community come together to oversee the development in contrast to the national

builders who control their schemes from regional or countrywide offices.

THe idea for the trust was raised by Pagham Parish Council chairman Cllr Ray Radmall.

He said: "I am confident we will be able to find some small sites in the parish where something like 20 houses could be built.

"THey would be pre-formed timberframed houses which are built in a

factory and placed on a concrete base.

"Local firms can then be brought in to connect them to the services and they would be available to young buyers and, perhaps, older homeowners who would like to downsize.

"THis is a way we can show the government that we are not Nimbys and that we do not object to all housing.

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"It would be the type of housing people want in this area rather than the four or five-bedroom detached houses which the commercial developers want to build and which can sell for £295,000 to £625,000.

"THat is hardly affordable. In fact, it's nothing of the sort. THe community land trust's homes could be sold for £100,000.

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Pupils step up hunger fight ACTIVE students in Bognor Regis have walked around the world to tackle child hunger.

THe 90 pupils at THe Regis School and three staff stepped out for an incredible 37,000 miles in 61 days in a joint project with Unicef.

For every 20,000 steps, the students unlocked therapeutic food packs that will be sent overseas to provide vital nutrition for malnourished children.

It is likely their walking has released 1,781 packs of food.

Assistant principal Caroline Saunders said: "We were invited to take part in this joint project with Unicef as we are a Level 2 Rights Respecting School.

"THe aim was to get active ourselves working as a team to reach a step target of 12,000 each day.

"We also used Unicef resources to learn about malnutrition and this really inspired our students to keep walking as they knew every step contributed to our food pack total."

THe total of steps was boosted by the students 'climbing Mount Everest' by completing circuits of the stairs at the Westloats Lane school, taking part in a dance-a-thon and attending weekly activity clubs before lessons.

Some students were so eager to help those less fortunate they clocked up more than a million steps during the twomonth period.

Parents reported their sons and daughters were much keener to join in

family activities as well as take their pet dogs for a walk.

THe scale of their achievement is shown by the fact the Equator is just over 24,000 miles long so meant the students walked the equivalent of one-and-a-half times round it.

Year 7 student Megan Bryant Lawson said: "I have learned loads about malnutrition and I have become a lot more active and involved in lessons."

Her fellow student, Nivarna Woods, said the project had "made me think about children who don't have good nutrition and how we have a chance to make their lives better".

Unicef's Frances Bestley thanked the students for their hard work.

"THank you very much to all the students who have worked so hard being so active and unlocking the packs of ready to use therapeutic paste for children who are suffering from malnutrition.

"Everyone at Unicef UK appreciates the difference you have made," she said.

THe students are continuing their campaign work during the rest of May. THey have encouraged the entire school to collect loose change as part of the Unicef Change for Change appeal to further tackle malnutrition.

Head of house Nicky Wiles added: "Our students wanted to give everyone the chance to do their bit for malnourished children. Change for Change was a great way for all staff and students to get involved."

Crackdown to tackle litter and dog fouling in town's streets LITTERBUGS around Bognor Regis have been warned they face a fine of up to £1,000 from this week.

A crackdown on litter and dog fouling around the town has been launched by Arun District Council.

Anyone caught throwing away wrappings in the street or failing to clear up after their dog could receive an on-the-spot fine.

THe year-long street scene enforcement trial has been agreed by the council's members.

An Arun spokeswoman said the trial would not be a burden on the district's council taxpayers.

"It will be run by enforcement company EH Commercial Services Ltd, which has been running a similar trial for East Hampshire District Council with impressive results.

"In that district, the team have had an average 87 per cent payment rate and a 99 per cent success rate for prosecutions.

"THe funding will come directly from fines, rather than from Arun District Council's budget.

"THe council will liaise with the team to target problem areas and offenders face a maximum penalty of £1,000."

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Residents to have chance to form community trust

Changes made to crucial plan f Residents at a housing protest in Pagham last month From page one "This will allow young people in this area to get on the housing ladder rather than to bring people down here and to cater for those from Surrey."

Community land trusts are a form of community-led development. It has to be a local organisation set up and run by people in the area to develop and manage homes.

Its main task is to ensure the homes remain genuinely affordable.

The National Community Land Trust Network website states: "There are now over 225 community land trusts in England and Wales and the sector has grown sixfold in the last six years.

"The largest community land trusts have over 600 members each. Community land trusts have developed over 700 permanently affordable homes to date and will have developed a further 3,000 homes

by 2020."

Trusts must be set up to benefit a defined community, they have to be run on a notfor-profit basis, people who live and work in the community must have the chance to become members and those members control the trust.

Cllr Radmall said the trust would be able to receive grants to buy land and pay for the homes to be made.

He envisaged the council helping the trust's formation but its members would be anyone who lived in the area who was interested in its aims.

But other parish councils could also help the land trusts set up in their areas to boost the number of homes.

Any housing built for the trust could be run by its members or by a housing association but the trust would remain as their owner.

Parish council clerk Nicola Jones said: "The council would start the community group and it would then be up to the people involved to apply for funding.

"It will be up to the community to decide if they want to do it or not." *Cllr Radmall also outlined the council's progress in fighting the planned housing in Pagham.

It was close to finishing its case against the proposed development and would be prepared to go to the High Court to defend Pagham against the schemes. "The work we have done is very good. I believe we have a very good chance of winning and standing up for Pagham," he said.

Dawn Salter, the council's finance and general purposes committee chairman, said the council had to be careful in its spending because of the cost of its coast defence scheme.

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COMPLAINTS from a Pagham man have led to a planning blueprint earmarking land for homes being amended.

Colin Hamilton, pictured above, said the modified version of the draft local plan produced by Arun District Council contained a range of errors. The plan includes the strategic sites which Arun wants to earmark for large scale housing developments. These include Pagham North and Pagham South as well as West of Bersted (Chalcraft Lane).

Residents have the chance to comment on the changes by May 30 before the draft plan is assessed by a planning inspector this summer.

But Mr Hamilton, of Lower Bognor Road, said the online version of the document was difficult to understand.

The cross-referencing was wrong, he stated, in 75 modifications. "In some cases, I found the table referred to in adjoining pages with some difficulty but, in some cases, I could not find the reference at all. In some cases, the table is incorrectly referenced.

"This document and, therefore, the whole process of the consultation is thus severely compromised.

"I am not suggesting that this document has been deliberately falsified in order to make it almost impossible to express an opinion.

"But I do believe that it is of such significance as to make the consultation

highly vulnerable to legal challenge," he said. "I am therefore demanding that ADC withdraws this document, corrects it and then resubmits it with a clear and well-publicised announcement."

An Arun policy team leader, Julia Dawe, told Mr Hamilton: "We apologise for any confusion and we have made some minor changes to improve the web page in response to this matter to make it clearer.

"The concerns you express are a result of cross-referencing the page numbers in the modifications table with the modified local plan because the references are to the 'original' October, 2014, plan as this is the plan being modified. We have produced a full tracked change version of the plan to assist in identifying what the modifications are."

Criticism about the complexity of the consultation was also made at Aldwick Parish Council's extraordinary meeting on Monday.

Cllr Lilian Richardson: “I sat down last night to do the consultation process on my computer and it is impenetrable. We need to ensure Arun are aware of our dislike about the consultation process and make a bid to have the consultation process elongated.”

West Meads resident Martin Lury said: "People are completely flummoxed by this document."

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` Boost for beach A MULTI-MILLION pound investment project will improve the quality of the sea off Middleton.

Southern Water has announced the beach will one of seven to benefit from a £31.5m bathing water enhancement programme.

THe aim is to bring the water up to 'excellent' standard.

THe decision has been made after a year of investigations by the company's experts.

A Southern Water spokesman said: "We have now identified the seven locations where we will work with local authorities, the Environment Agency and other organisations to find and fix the causes of pollution which are preventing the bathing water from being consistently rated excellent. Over recent years, we have invested millions of pounds to reduce the impact of our wastewater network on bathing water quality.

"However, bathing water is also affected by contaminated rainwater running off roads and agricultural land, wastewater from privatelyowned treatment works and boats and animals on the beach such as dogs and seabirds."

THe seawater at Felpham and Bognor Regis (Aldwick) was also considered for the investment. But Southern Water has decided not to put money into the locations along with six others.

However, the spokesman said: "THey will still benefit from the detailed investigations which we have carried out that will be publicised in the action plans."

THese will allow groups to carry out projects to improve the sea's quality.

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Funds still needed for beach scheme RENEWED fundraising is being lined up by the community members looking to keep Pagham safe.

Members of the Pagham Flood Defence Trust are looking to bolster the £200,000-plus they have brought in to date towards the cost of a new coast protection scheme.

THey are getting ready to seek extra money once the project has received approval from the government.

It has been conditionally backed by Arun District Council - but the complex nature of the work and its location in an environmentally sensitive special protection area close to Pagham Harbour local nature reserve means the Department of Communities and Local Government needs to give its blessing as well.

A Pagham Beach Defence Community Interest Company has been set up as well, to manage the work when it is carried out and to maintain the cut in the Church Norton Spit which it will achieve.

Cllr Ray Radmall told Pagham Parish Council on Tuesday he was hopeful the final approval would be given soon.

"THere is still a shortfall in funds," he said. "We are about £200,000 short."

A statement from the flood defence trust given by Cllr David Huntley at the meeting said: "We have made fantastic progress and will provide an update outlining the next stage as soon as we have more information.

"Not only do we have a very challenging timescale but will need all the funds if we are to start construction this autumn.

We need your continued support.

"THank you for your patience and understanding in this extremely complex community project."

Members of the public welcomed the latest progress on the Save Pagham Beach website.

Maggie James said: "Nearly light at the end of a very black tunnel. Everything crossed for the outcome we have been fighting for for far too long. THank you for all who worked so hard to get this far."

Danny Koghee said: "Crossing my fingers tightly it will be given the OK to safe [sic] the beach."

Stephen Craddock added: "Great news at last. Well done to all those whose tireless efforts are making this happen."

THe latest estimate of the cost of the coast protection scheme is believed to be about £450,000.

It was initially led by the parish council after the growth of the spit caused tides going in and out of the harbour's mouth to scour shingle from the beach.

THis left the foreshore vulnerable to more erosion in stormy weather and has seen the beach with shingle placed on it

by Arun washed away.

THe parish council's proposals will also return the harbour mouth to its 1961-2003 position. It has been 611 days, according to the Save Pagham Beach website, since the application for the work was submitted to Arun.

Some of the hold-up has been caused

by Arun's insistence on a £50,000 bond to pay for any maintenance of the channel needed in its first five years.

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Suspect sought in connection with boy's mountain bike theft A BOGNOR REGIS teenager has suffered the theft of the bike he saved up to buy.

THe 16-year-old boy locked up the cycle only for it still to be taken.

Police this week released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to in connection with the theft.

THe incident took place from 10.35am-10.50am on Saturday, April 29, at THe Regis School in Westloats Lane.

THe bike was a black/grey Carrera Vengeance 27.5in wheel mountain bike. It was valued at about £300.

Mark Carter, an investigator at Sussex Police's resolution centre, said: "THe

bike had been locked up before it was stolen.

"THe victim had saved up with his pocket money and paper round money to purchase the bike which makes it even more valuable to him.

"THe suspect is described as a white man wearing a baseball cap, a dark jacket with blue jeans and black and white trainers."

Anyone with information has been asked to contact the police online at: sussex.police.uk/contact-us/responseto-appeal or call 101, quoting 889 of 29/04. Alternatively, they can call the independent charity, Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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TWO FEMALES have been sexually assaulted in their beds - just a few hundred yards apart in Bognor Regis.

Police revealed the crimes yesterday and urged everyone who slept with their windows ajar, particularly at ground level, to consider their security during the night.

THe crimes occurred at addresses just off the B2166 Aldwick Road. efore it was In each case, the victims were touched over their clothing by someone who up with hisreached in through an open window to und moneymolest them. h makes it Detective Inspector Alan Pack said: "We are keen to hear from anyone who d as a whitemay have information about either cap, a darkincident, perhaps having noticed d black andsuspicious activity in the early hours at these locations. n has been "It left those assaulted feeling both e online at:shocked and traumatised. esponse"Given the similarity of the ting 889 ofcircumstances, and the proximity of can call thethese two incidents, we have not ruled mestoppers,out the possibility that they may be 111. linked.

"Enquiries are continuing and we would urge anyone else who may have been assaulted to come forward.

"Meanwhile, police patrols in the area have been increased."

THe first incident happened around 5am on April 30 when a 15-year-old girl was assaulted in her bed in Stocker Road.

It was followed by an assault on a 24-year-old woman as she lay in bed in a flat in nearby Victoria Drive between 6am and 7am on Sunday.

DI Pack added that it was advisable not to leave externally accessible windows open at night.

THey could also be fitted with locking devices that prevented them from being opened more than an inch or two to allow ventilation.

Anyone with information that might help detectives to solve the crimes has been asked to report it online at sussex. police.uk/contact-us/response-to-appeal or to phone 101, quoting serial 1481 of 14/05 for the Victoria Drive assault or 487 of 30/04 for the assault in Stocker Road.

THey can alternatively contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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Cooking up some fun at town club BURGERS sizzled at the first cooking session enjoyed by the members of a recently revived Bognor Regis club.

THe trio of friends who went along to Tuesday's event at the 39 Youth Club got stuck into the outdoor life in the gardens of its premises off Church Lane.

Jenson Mason, Aidan Simpson and Ryan Holden, all aged 12, built two fires and cooked their food complete with onions and tomato ketchup.

Jenson said: "THis is the first time I've cooked like this and I'm looking forward to eating my burger.

Aidan said: "When we come to the club,

Jacky is ADC chairman ONE OF Middleton's representatives has been chosen as Arun District Council's latest chairman.

Cllr Jacky Pendleton, was presented with her chain of office at the its annual meeting on Wednesday.

She said she was thrilled to be taking on the role of chairman, having been a council member for six years. She said: "I'm really looking forward to the coming year. I can help the council run smoothly and efficiently.

"I think it's really important to have a good representative who can showcase what the council does to the public.

"Charity is also important to me. I hope to raise money for my two charities: ChallengeU, which is based at Lodge Hill, and Home-Start."

Cllr Pendleton, is a member of the Conservative majority of Arun and is also a long-serving Middleton parish councillor. She took on her new role at Arun from Cllr Stephen Haymes after he stepped down as chairman at the meeting with no regrets.

He said: "I can quite easily say 'I did it my way.'"

Cllr Haymes also thanked Cllr Pendleton, both

below, for her work as his vice-chairman: "Of course, a good chairman needs a good vice-chairman and I have been blessed and appreciated the support of Cllr Pendleton. I wish her good luck and a successful term of office as chairman of this authority."

Cllr Alan Gammon was elected as vice-chairman.

Arun's new cabinet line-up was also revealed at the meeting by the council's leader and cabinet member for economy, Cllr Gillian Brown THe other cabinet members are: Deputy leader and cabinet member for corporate support - Cllr Dudley Wensley, (Deputy Cllr Graham Tyler); Planning - Cllr John Charles, (Deputy Cllr Dawn Hall); Residential services - Cllr Trevor Bence, (Deputy Cllr David Edwards); Neighbourhood services - Cllr Paul Wotherspoon, (Deputy Cllr Elaine Stainton); Technical services - Cllr Stephen Haymes, (Deputy Cllr Gill Madeley); Community wellbeing - Cllr Mike Clayden, (Deputy Cllr Andy Cooper).

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THeir barbecue efforts were overseen by volunteer Martin Walker, his wife, Helen Walker, youth worker Celia Rowe and one of the club's founders, Vicky Hennessy.

THe fondly-remembered club reopened in February in the annex of its former premises. Vicky said: "We wanted to do something different for our members. When we meet between 4pm6pm next Tuesday, we will be cooking pizzas and cakes in our kitchen. THe young people who come along enjoy themselves but we could do with more joining in."

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SIX CANDIDATES are seeking votes around Bognor Regis in next month's general election.

THe hopefuls want to represent Bognor Regis and Littlehampton from June 8. THey include the previous MP, Nick Gibb for the Conservatives, as well as Andrew Bishop (Green Party), Alan Butcher (Labour), Patrick Lowe (UKIP), Francis Oppler (Liberal Democrats) and Paul Sanderson (Independent).

Most voters should have received their polling cards. Anyone who registered after April 25 will receive their card before voting day.

Residents who have not registered to vote must do so by next Monday.

THe deadline to request or change a postal vote is 5pm next Tuesday.

Requests for new proxy votes must be received by Arun by 5pm on May 31.

Arun District Council's website - arun. gov.uk - contains all the details.

` Thanks for bag AN ALDWICK resident has thanked the man who returned her lost bag.

Gloria Florence, of Westminster Drive, said: "I would like to say a huge thank-you to the kind gentleman, who not only found my shoulder bag on Aldwick beach but also returned it personally to me at home on April 22.

"At the time, in my utter relief, I did not ask for his name or thank him enough for his extremely kind gesture.

I hope these thanks are seen by him, which express my deep gratitude for his intervention. My faith in human nature has been restored by this considerate act of kindness."

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Views sought on play areas PLAY areas around Bognor Regis are going to have their future put under scrutiny.

A consultation is to start next week to find out the public's views about which sites should receive investment and which should have their play equipment taken away.

THe results will form part of a new strategy which Arun District Council will use to guide its spending on the areas in the next ten years.

Jan Malpas, the chairman of the Friends of West Park, said she would definitely be taking part in the consultation after it opens on Monday.

"THe play area at West Park is an absolute priority for the community. It is very well used in the summer, as you would expect, but also in the winter as well.

"It would be a huge loss to the community if it was closed. But I would hope the equipment would be upgraded instead. I have spoken to Arun about this and asked for new equipment.

"Having the play area gives children a different dimension to their lives. It gives them the opportunity to be children and gets them out in the fresh air away from their technology.

"You see whole families using the keep fit equipment at the park and it's magnificent to see them enjoying themselves and children being children because that does not happen often these days."

In total, Arun manages 89 playgrounds from multi-age facilities to small individual neighbourhood sites within

housing development as well as skate parks and multi-use games areas.

THe previous play strategy, which ended last year, saw the council invest heavily in some sites - including Hotham Park and Avisford Park - but also close 14 low value play areas where alternative facilities existed close by.

Along with public consultation, Arun will also seek the views of town and parish councils as well as monitor the use of all play areas and assess what they provide for children.

THis will result in the draft ten-year sustainable play area strategy set to be ready for approval by the council's cabinet members this autumn.

Council director of services Philippa Dart said: "Along with the results of public consultation and census data, we will use data on play area use recorded over the period of a whole year to shape the strategy.

"THere is a legacy of over provision of low-quality play areas provided 20 years ago through housing development which no longer meet best practice or current standards for play.

"Replacing equipment in play areas is hugely expensive. So, we need to make the best use of our council taxpayers' money, which means prioritising investment in play areas which meet the greatest need.

"We must ensure all young people have fair and proportionate access to good quality play facilities. I would urge all residents to take part in the consultation."

THe online survey will be available from Monday at: arun.gov.ul/playsurvey.

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Each of the 11 full-time recruits, who beat off competition from more than 700 applicants for their role, was presented with a certificate to mark their successful completion of the course.

THey learned all the skills they need to begin their careers as firefighters.

THese include technical and water rescue and breathing apparatus training.

THey also successfully completed the new SECAmb immediate emergency care responder course.

THe new firefighters performed some of their fire and rescue drills at a pass out ceremony in front of their families, friends and dignitaries.

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THey have completed an intensive 14week residential training course held by West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service.

Ross Deck, 34, was a Royal Marine commando, and will be based at the town's fire station.

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Stuart Williams, 24, was a retained firefighter in Bognor Regis - where his dad and twin brother serve - as well as working at Goodwood Aerodrome.

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` Week of activities ADRENALINE flowed when students from Felpham Community College enjoyed non-stop action.

THe 50 pupils from Years 8 and 9 took part in country hikes and low rope sessions as they were encouraged to challenge themselves mentally and physically.

Rhys Nicholas, of Year 9, said: "I am proud of how much I achieved in such a short space of time. THere were multiple times where I was close to giving up but I kept on trying and I was really proud when we finished it as a group."

Year 8 student Carol THompson said: "THe week helped me to get over my fear of public speaking as everyone was supportive, even if you messed up."

THe week at the Lodge Hill centre in West Sussex also included problem solving tasks like a codes and ciphers challenge. Assistant headteacher Emma Green said: "It was a fantastic group of students who approached every activity with enthusiasm and determination."

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AN ANIMATED advert helped two Felpham students gain recognition in a national competition.

Amber Macrae and Courtney Rogers created the artwork about becoming a biomedical scientist for their entry into the Step into the NHS event.

THe pupils from Felpham Community College both received highly commended certificates against competition from more than 2,000 students from around the country.

Amber said: "I want to be a marine biologist or biomedical scientist when I leave school. THere are over 350 careers within the NHS and this was a great competition to promote them. We researched the career and then devised a job application and presentation, which Courtney and I did as an animation.

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she wants a career in animation. It was good fun taking part."

THeir fellow students, Paul Latham and Alexandra Holland, were also highly commended for their entries.

Paul chose to create a poster on being a prosthetic technician and Alexandra made a video about midwifery.

THe competition was open to students across Great Britain in Years 8 and 9 and looked at promoting the wide variety of careers within the NHS. Students were required to choose a career that interested them and then create a job description and an advert to publicise it.

Science teacher Susan Buckland coordinated the entries. She said: "THe students chose a variety of means of media to promote their careers and they put a lot of effort with their entries.

BUSINESS studies students from Felpham put plenty of fizz into a marketing campaign for a new soft drink.

THey devised the advertising for their task as one of Felpham Community College's groups at an events management workshop.

THe college's other group of Year 10 students had to develop a summer event in Bognor Regis for the session held by the University of Chichester.

THeir presentations were judged by university lecturers and representatives from businesses in the area.

Community college curriculum leader for business studies Paul Darbyshire said: "THe college's students worked really hard.

"THey had to use marketing, finance and human resources skills to create their own business plans.

"THeir team work was excellent and it was a good chance to develop the theory they have been learning in the classroom.

"Leadership skills showed through and the university were impressed with the quality of the presentations our students produced and the background business knowledge they had."

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Around the world in many ways as students create fun for all in park HOTHAM PARK became a culturally diverse hub with a variety of fun activities, music and food at the Rox Around the World Festival.

THe highly anticipated event was organised by enthusiastic students from the University of Chichester, who arrived as early as 4.30am last Saturday to get everything underway.

Food stalls inspired by foreign cuisine were set up around the park alongside face painting stations, clothes stands, activity workshops and stalls selling gift items.

THroughout the event, which lasted from 11am-5pm, were several parades, displays, performances and workshops, including circus skills, Japanese origami, Irish dancing and samba music, to keep everyone entertained for free.

Events management students had been working on the day since September last year as part of their dissertations. THe influence of Mardi Gras on the day was set by the university and the students decided to incorporate the theme of 'around the world'.

THe event was purely funded by the students' hard work as well, and they had been fundraising for months in order to cover the costs of the day. THe profits raised will then go to the Rox Music and Arts Charity - the final tally of which is still being calculated.

Student Mary Davis, 21, was pleased with how the day went.

She said: "THis is the first time we've all done an event of this scale. It's been really nice to work on it and then get to see how it plays out.

"Lots of people have joined in, which has been really great. THe response from the circus workshop has been especially positive.

THe other students enjoyed the day as well.

Miles Berridge, 21, who moved from Normandy in France to study at Chichester, said: "I've loved it. THe parades have been really good fun and the juggling for kids went well."

However, it was not only event management students running the day.

Ex-student Blair McKay, 24, travelled from London to help out. He said: "Today has been so good. THe weather is amazing.

"My friend is one of the organisers. I wanted to help out as I know how much there is to do."

THeir hard work certainly paid off as over 3,500 members of the public flocked to Hotham Park to enjoy everything on offer.

Bognor Regis resident Di Wooldridge, aged 78, was impressed with the festival.

She said: "THe students have worked incredibly hard and have been so wellorganised - I hope they get a good mark for it!

"It's such a nice setting with the weather like this."

Many enjoyed the free activities and performances on offer.

Toure Delani, nine, who was visiting with his grandparents, said: "My favourite thing had to be the music. I liked the tunes, they were really good."

Circus skills provided by Worthingbased company Circus Seen proved to be a big hit. Team member Lee Zombie, 43, was happy with the reception they received. He said: "We've been really busy all day. THis is our first time to Bognor Regis and we would love to come back.

"Our aim is to teach our skills to the next generation."

Food company Vice Puddings from Worthing had a similar experience. Chef Jonathan Nulty, aged 46, who attracted attention by singing to the customers while cooking, hoped to return again next year.

He said: "It's been fantastic. We've had a really great reception. THis is our first time at an event in Bognor Regis, it's been lovely and we would like to come back."

THe day concluded with a parade led by the TS Sturdy Nautical Training Corps and the mayor of Bognor Regis, Cllr Phil Woodall, who then gave his first public speech as mayor.

Cllr Woodall was there from 8.30am with his stall and enjoyed the day. He said: "I've never been before but I'm really impressed. THe students have worked so hard."

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` Pensions march WOMEN will be marching through Bognor Regis next week on their first public pension protest.

THe members of the recentlyformed Bognor and Chichester South Coast branch of WASPI will be staging the event next Friday.

THey will be highlighting their anger about the government putting back the pension age for women from 60 to 66.

North Bersted resident Jill Robertson was so incensed by the situation she was inspired to start the branch of the national protest group Women Against State Pension Inequality.

"We are looking forward to making ourselves known and our preparing for the march," she said.

She said the march was expected to leave the town's railway station at 10.30am for the London Road precinct to the High Street and THe Arcade to the seafront.

THe protestors will head to Citizen's Advice and the town hall in Clarence Road before they end at the Jobcentre Plus in Gloucester Road.

` Change of use PLANS to change the use of a house in multiple occupation to two flats have been submitted by the Aldingbourne Trust.

THe charity has asked Arun District Council to approve its proposals for Squirrels Bungalow in Hawthorn Road. THe trust says the current set-up of three people sharing is no longer suitable.

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Pride for Harvey at auditions BERSTED boy Harvey Scott was among other hopefuls at auditions for ITV's singing competition The Voice.

Held at the William Hardwicke in Bognor Regis, enthusiastic singers were given the chance last week to perform in front of two members of The Voice team and their camera.

For Harvey Scott, aged 17, and his family the chance meant a great deal.

Harvey attends St John's Non Maintained Specialist School in Seaford where teachers have encouraged his passion for singing as a way of helping his autism and ADHD. THe opportunity to audition for The Voice was one he and his family had been looking forward to.

His mum, Samantha Scott, said: "It's been a hectic week. Harvey had an X-Factor audition the other day.

"Music is his life, they're really encouraging it at his school because they can see how much it means to him."

Harvey had the daunting task of auditioning first in front of not only the judges, but other people auditioning and members of the public.

However, he took to the stage and sang James Arthur's Say You Won't Let Go to great applause from everyone watching.

His family were particularly proud of his efforts.

Samantha said: "He did so well, especially as he was up first."

THere were many other proud friends and family members in the audience that evening as loved ones took to the stage to showcase their vocal talents.

Sarah Wood from Bognor Regis was excited to see her daughter Amy-Louise perform for the judges. She said: “She'll

be great. It'll be amazing to watch her perform as usual.”

THe open audition format was unexpected for Amy-Louise, aged 18, however, she didn't let that deter her from her performance.

She said: “I didn't realise this would be so open with such a big audience.”

For some entering it was their first ever singing audition.

Sharon Brett, 45 from Bognor Regis, didn't know what to expect. She said: “THis is my first ever audition for anything.

"I've done karaoke here before but wanted to see what else I could do.

"I'm lucky to have my family and friends here supporting me. I only decided on the song three weeks ago.”

Her rendition of Annie Lennox's version of I Put a Spell on You certainly impressed her fans.

Her co-worker, Jane Harrison, said: "She was brilliant. I'm very proud."

Many were looking forward to the chance to perform regardless of whether they were successful or not.

Courtney THompson, aged 19, had travelled all the way from Crawley to audition.

She said: “I feel more nervous than excited at the moment.

"If I don't get through I will be disappointed but it won't stop me singing.”

For Bethany Spink, pictured above right, from Chichester, the idea of auditioning was not initially a serious one.

THe 26-year-old said “THis is the first audition for a television show I've done.

My friend dared me to do it."

Speaking after her performance she said: “It went well. It was strange though

because I usually sing with a band and I'm not used to being on my own up there.”

THis was the first time the William Hardwicke had hosted singing auditions although it is no stranger to live music.

Alan Frith, the pub's manager, was excited to see the auditions take place. He said: “Some of these auditioning perform karaoke here regularly and others sing in bands that we have here.

"I think it will be a good night for everyone.”

THose who took part are now waiting to be contacted for the next stage of auditions.

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Race is set to be a winner again for town A RECORD number of runners could be lining up for the Bognor Prom 10k.

THis Sunday's staging of the race has attracted its second highest level of entries.

THe organisers at Bognor Hotham Rotary Club and the town's Tone Zone Runners hope this level of interest will see the highest number of finishers since the annual race began in 1995.

Tone Zone member David McManus, who has been in charge of race entries, said: "We had 1,850 entries when they closed last THursday. THis is just behind the record of 1,881.

"We normally have a drop-out rate of about 15 per cent for various reasons. If it's no higher this year, we could well beat the current highest number of finishers of 1,549 in 2013. We've really pushed the race on social media this year. THat has helped to increase the number of entries."

THey are likely to include last year's winners - Adam Kirk-Smith in 33:11 and Emma Montiel in 38.13.

THe furthest travelled runner will be a Californian man. Most of those running alongside him will come from within a 2025 mile radius of Bognor Regis.

Among them will be Felpham man Matt Stanley. He will be taking part in his second Bognor Prom with the hope of beating last year's time of about 56 minutes.

Matt, 33, is raising money for Stonepillow and expects to give the charity at least £100 for its work around Bognor Regis and Chichester for homeless people.

"It's a really good race," said Matt, the town's Nationwide branch manager.

"Around here, there's so many nice places to run, which helps you to get out."

Matt, a father of two, trains on Sundays and a couple of weekdays. He took up running through a challenge at work and has completed several races.

THe Bognor Prom 10k will start in Silverston Avenue at 10.30am and will end there from about 30 minutes later after a route along the roads to the eastern end of Limmer Lane and back along the seafront.

Also among those lining up will be staff members from the Arena Sports Centre running for St Wilfrid's Hospice - Katy Gadd, George Hibbert, Tanzee Bowditch, Lori Homer and Penny Morgan.

Katy said: "Over the years we have heard devastating stories of how so many of our customers, members and staff have sadly been affected by cancer in one way or another - but with every story the hospice is always mentioned."

Sunday will also feature fun runs for those aged 12-14 from the seafront bandstand at 9.15am and the skatepark at 9.30am for runners aged 8-11.

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JEWELLERY worth hundreds of pounds has been stolen from a house in Pagham.

THe items, valued at about £500, were taken after a burglar used a brick from the garden to smash a window at the property in Pagham Road. Also stolen were a T-shirt, a beard trimmer and two creamcoloured garden chair cushions.

Police have appealed for witnesses to the crime, which happened on May 8 at the house near the junction with Sefter Road.

A Sussex Police spokesman said: "Although the address is outside town, it is on a busy road with limited parking opportunities, so it is likely that the offender would have needed to approach on foot."

Anyone in the Pagham Road area at the time and saw anything suspicious should contact the police via 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk quoting serial 1029 of 08/05.

You can also report via sussex. police.uk/contact-us/report-online or call 101.

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CLLR Lilian Richardson has been re-elected as the chairman of Aldwick Parish Council for the third year.

She was unanimously chosen at the council's annual meeting last week. Her vice-chairman was chosen as Cllr Stella Coppard.

At Bersted Parish Council, Cllr Brian Knight was re-elected as chairman and his vice-chairman is Cllr Jonathan Spencer.

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Cheers for beers BEER-LOVERS from all over gathered together in Yapton for a weekend of beer appreciation and tasting.

Now in its 28th year the CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) Beerex Festival proved more popular than ever with 1,098 people attending.

More than 60 different beers were on offer in the village hall alongside a variety of ciders and perrys.

With the glorious weather, customers enjoyed their drinks outside, many on their own picnic rugs and fold-out chairs.

A vintage 'booze bus' was provided with cheap tickets for those who didn't have a designated driver.

Entrance fees helped to cover the cost of the day. However, any profit went to the charity Stonepillow, and the final tally was £82.

For the new chairman of the West Sussex branch of CAMRA, Glenn Johnson, this year's event was more exciting than ever as he led the organising.

Glenn, aged 55, was keen that the festival did not stray from its roots.

He said: "THe festival essentially hasn't changed from when it first started. It has always been held in the Yapton Village Hall.

"THere are over 60 beers from around the country here. THe festival has always showcased new beers."

Some of the local beers featured came from the breweries at Langham, the Gribble, Arundel, Lister's, Ballards, Bowman and Dark Star.

To Glenn and his fellow members of CAMRA it was important they showcased a variety of good beers, so they selected the drinks themselves. He said: "We choose the beers based on our own personal knowledge and from recommendations.

"So far, the Langham Godiva has proved popular. It was brewed especially for this festival.

"THis is my hobby. I love trying different beers from around the country. I'm really passionate

about it."

His enthusiasm was shared by customers as they enjoyed the combination of beer and sunshine.

Chichester resident Karen Wheeler, 49, was there for the first time. Having been her family's taxi to the event in previous years, she was pleased to finally join in.

She said: "THere's a lovely selection of ales and it's great to be outside. THere's a different atmosphere than if you were in the pub."

Her daughter, Laura, 24, enjoyed trying new beers.

She said: "It's great that you get to pick different beers from the local area that you wouldn't usually try."

Brendan Lewis, 67 had travelled from Portsmouth to sample the beers on offer. He said: "I think this is one of the best beer festivals around."

However, he did not have the greatest distance to journey.

Brewer Christer Sehlstedt, aged 69, had come from Sweden to help serve the beer.

He said: "I've been here the last 14 times. I read about this festival and decided to visit.

"I always really enjoy it. I now recognise lots of the punters."

With a higher turnout than ever before and an increase in CAMRA memberships following the event, organisers were thrilled by the positive response they received.

Glenn said: "All in all it was probably our most successful Beerex ever."

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` Tribute by author A PAGHAM author has used the latest anniversary of a deadly fight to pay tribute to the fallen soldiers.

Mike Lemmon said the 73rd anniversary this week of the battles of Monte Cassino was an appropriate time to remember those who gave their lives.

THe bitter and bloody fighting saw 75,000 men die in five ferocious months as ten armies from around the world took on elite German soldiers.

Mike said: "THe conditions of rain, sleet, snow and mud hampered the allies yet, through the bravery of these men, they eventually took the abbey.

"Little recognition has been given to the fallen and the veterans of Cassino.

"From this, the story of one man, who suffered through the battles, became a deserter after the conflicts of Cassino, but who eventually returned home to England, can be found in the heartbreaking fact-based novel - George: Hero, Deserter, Lover - told by the son of the main character," said Mike, 68, of Wolsey Close.

He published the book, his first, three months ago after he was inspired by his father's wartime service. It can be bought at the Amazon Bookstore in ebook (£4.49) or paperback (£8.99).

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TESCO Stores has applied for planning permission for new signs at its outlet in Aldwick Road.

THe company wants Arun District Council to approve its proposal for one internally lit fascia and one internally lit hanging sign.

THe company is also seeking to install five non-illuminated signs at the premises.

Hundreds turn out at housing plan protests THOUSANDS of new homes will cause carnage around North Bersted, a public meeting was told.

Bersted Parish Council chairman Cllr Brian Knight said the proposed housing would clog the area's roads.

“We have carried out a traffic survey at three locations. When you put those figures together with the figure from a survey by Pagham Parish Council, and the predicted traffic from the development in Chalcraft Lane, it's going to be absolute carnage,” he said at the meeting, pictured below.

THe Bersted surveys were carried out on Chalcraft Lane, the A259/B2259 Chichester Road at the Orchard Caravan Park and the Bognor Regis northern relief road from 7am-9am and 4pm-6pm.

THe morning readings during the week from last Monday showed an average of 1,208 vehicles, 1,116 vehicles and 1,940 vehicles respectively.

In the afternoon, the flow of traffic was 1,399 vehicles, 1,167 and 1,268.

THe Pagham survey took place outside the Royal Oak in Lagness and revealed 1,091 vehicles northbound from 8am9am and 1,099 in the opposite direction for an hour in the afternoon.

“If the houses in Chalcraft Lane are built, we will see another 6,000 cars on the road and more than 12,000 people of all ages,” said Cllr Knight.

“Many will be travelling to work to place even more pressure on the roads.”

In addition, public services like schools and GPs' surgeries would struggle to

cope with such a large influx of residents.

Some 200 people attended last Friday's 75 minute open air rally on Jubilee Fields off Chalcraft Lane close to the farmland on which the Langmead family and the Church Commissioners want approval from Arun District Council for 2,500 homes.

Bersted parish councillor Martin Lury said: “Are we going to allow Arun to turn the outskirts of Bognor Regis into one mass of concrete? THe idea of building on that land is absolute lunacy.

“I have been talking for years that this area will become 'Bogchester'. Can you imagine what a nightmare housing all the way to Chichester will be?”

Former Aldwick Parish Council member Michael Warden said: “People do need a roof over their heads but these developments will not provide homes for those who need them most - the homeless and young people.

"THese homes are about importing people from other areas who already have homes. THe infrastructure, as we know, is lacking. It will not be improved.”

Newtown Avenue resident Tony Lancaster is a veteran of two former campaigns to stop housing in North Bersted. He said: “We have been here before 15 years ago. No-one talks of common sense in these situations. Arun is not fit for purpose. We all know that.”

Mike Jupp, who devised the poster for the rally, said: “You have to make life miserable for the people who are going to make it miserable for you.”

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Advice event is a big success SOME 100 people turned out in just two hours to fight the housing in North Bersted. THe early turnout at the advice session held by Bersted Parish Council delighted its acting planning committee chairman Cllr Gill Yeates.

She said: "People are very concerned about what is being proposed. THe aim of today is to share information with them about the proposals and how they can object to them. We are also gaining information from them as well.

"People can't object to Arun's latest version of its draft local plan if they don't know about it and we are empowering them how to do it."

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the local plan were positive and she expected the parish council to support them as well as oppose the housing plans.

THose who went along to last Saturday's information day included Winston Crescent resident Alan Bradfield. He said: "THis housing will put too much strain on the area for a start. THe roads are too busy in the mornings as it is and there is water 2-3ft below the ground where they are planning to put the houses."

Mick Lovell, of Rose Green Road, said: "I am here to understand how to object to the local plan. THe scale of what Arun are doing and the speed of it is unreasonable."

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Area's breweries recalled in book FORGOTTEN breweries in Bognor Regis and Chichester have been recalled in a new book.

THe three Victorian-era brewers in Bognor Regis are recounted by author David Muggleton along with the longerlasting Henty & Constable of Chichester.

University of Chichester leisure lecturer David, 57, said his book captured the rise and fall of the large brewers and the latest surge in independent breweries.

"I like beer and I think most people would like to write about something they enjoy doing rather than a subject they feel is hard work," he said.

"THe growth of the commercial brewers was a product of the Industrial

Revolution but the last of their line - King & Barnes in Horsham - was taken over in 2000. So many pubs have disappeared and so many breweries have disappeared as well."

Brewing in West Sussex is the first book of the area's history David, of Norfolk Square, has written and follows his earlier work about Brighton's pubs.

"In the past 30 years, there has been a rise in the number of small breweries and a big increase in the variety of beers which are available.

"When I was growing up, beer was all the same but there is now a wide range of strengths and flavours," he added.

His book is available from amberleybooks.com or local bookshops.

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ROSE GREEN runner Mel Carrington is putting her best foot forward in the name of animal rights.

A passionate supporter of animal welfare, the 26-year-old is challenging her fitness and stamina in the South Downs Trail Marathon on June 17.

Specifically, she is raising money for Compassion in World Farming and hopes to reach a target of ÂŁ500.

THe South Downs Trail Marathon covers 26 miles of tricky terrain with a total climbing distance of 809 metres, but Mel is not deterred.

She said: "I like to throw myself into the deep end and raise money for charity at the same time. I wanted to challenge myself and get out of my comfort zone even more by entering a trail marathon.

"I'm running for Compassion in World Farming to improve animal welfare standards in the farming industry."

Her chosen charity focuses on fighting cruelty in the industry by improving the conditions in which the animals are kept.

However, it is not just animal welfare than Mel wants to promote. She is also a strong advocate for healthy and outdoors living.

She said: "I encourage everyone to get away from technology and truly appreciate the spectacular countryside we have in West Sussex."

To find out more visit justgiving.com/ fundraising/Mel-onamission or follow her progress on Instagram @mel_on_a_ mission

P.A.G.A.M PAGHAM AND ALDWICK GREENFIELDS ACTION GROUP Invite residents of Pagham, Aldwick, and surrounding areas, to a drop in session for information and advice on Arun District Councils Local Plan This is the next stage on fighting the proposed large scale housing developments in and around our villages, it is imperative that we make this final objection to the Government Planning Inspector by the 30th May Two sessions will be available as follows Thursday 25th May at Pagham Yacht Club, 12 noon till 4 pm.

West Front Road PO21 4SY Saturday 27th May at The British Legion, 12 noon till 4 pm.

Hewarts Lane Rose Green PO21 3DS We will have people on hand who will be able to explain the importance of making objections in the correct way, so as to add weight to the arguments against the decimation of our green fields and agricultural land www.pagam.uk

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Shows & Events YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON

To promote your event email Fiona Callingham at: entertainment@sussexpost.co.uk or phone: 01243 908506 Rodgers and Hammerstien The King and I

The King and I May 30-June 3 Alexandra Theatre, Bognor Regis 01243 861010 www.alexandratheatre.co.uk AWARD-WINNING local theatre company, BROS Musical Productions, are returning to the stage this month with the beloved Rodgers and Hammerstein classic The King and I. THe show was inspired by the reallife adventures of Anna, a British schoolteacher who in 1862 travelled to Siam (now THailand) to teach the children of the King.

THough she was repelled at times by a way of living so foreign to her own, Anna found herself entangled in the dramas of the royal court - and drawn to the charismatic King.

Not only does The King and I explore the

Sweet Bird of Youth June 2-24 Chichester Festival Theatre box.office@cft.org.uk 01243 781312 www.cft.org.uk CHICHESTER Festival THeatre continues to enthral with its programme of exceptional theatre productions, and Tennessee William's Sweet Bird of Youth is one such example.

Travel back to 1956 and a hotel on the Gulf of Mexico. Alexandra del Lago, a fading Hollywood legend, has fled the ridicule that greeted the premiere of her come-back movie. Desperate for anonymity and forgetfulness, she is holed up in a small seaside town.

With her is Chance Wayne - a young hustler, trying to lend his wasted, disreputable life some meaning and now returning home to reclaim his childhood love from her ruthless father, the corrupt politician ‘Boss’ Finley.

culture clash between East and West, but it also delves into the contrast between mature emotions and the all-consuming rush of first love.

A forbidden romance develops between emissary Lun THa and the slave girl Tuptim, who is destined to become one of the King's many wives. THe stakes are then raised for everyone when the debate between love and tradition becomes a matter of life and death.

Including signature tunes as Hello, Young Lovers, Shall We Dance? and Getting to Know You, The King and I is truly Something Wonderful.

With the enthusiastic and talented cast and crew of BROS at the show's helm this promises to be yet another enchanting production for all to enjoy. Be sure to book your ticket soon to avoid disappointment.

Tickets range from £12.50-£15.

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In his most searing and personal of plays, Tennessee Williams - one of the greatest writers of the 20th century examines failed ambition, lost youth and love, and the corruption and bigotry that lurks beneath the American Dream.

As the present-day United States faces uncertainty and momentous change, Sweet Bird of Youth is a portrayal of the degradation of American values and the corrosive lure of celebrity.

Celebrated Oscar and Tony Awardwinning actor Marcia Gay Harden makes her UK theatre debut as Alexandra de Lago.

Brian J. Smith stars as Chance. He received great acclaim for his Tonynominated Broadway role in Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie in the West End earlier this year.

Don't miss the chance to see the pair work their magic on the Festival THeatre stage.

Tickets start at £10.

Living History Festival June 3-4 Weald & Downland Living Museum, Singleton office@wealddown.co.uk 01243 811363 www.wealddown.co.uk

"Tennessee William's powerful play is sure to pack a punch on the stage of the Chichester Festival Theatre."

"Immerse yourself in times gone by at the Weald & Downland Living Museum."

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"Support your local theatre company as they proudly present this musical favourite."

TRAVEL back through time and experience 1,000 years of history at the Weald & Downland Living Museum’s new Living History Festival.

Over 150 of the UK’s top costumed reenactors and living history groups will bring history to life over the first weekend of June.

During this special weekend, visitors can experience the past, from Saxon times to the 20th century.

See what happened at a medieval tournament, watch Saxon craftspeople making beautiful items and experience the

sights and smells of a Tudor market. Not forgetting you can find out how to survive the Victorian era with very little money!

Meet scores of re-enactors who will provide a glimpse into a different age.

Activities will be located across the museum site, with timed events in the field arena.

Located in the beautiful grounds of the museum, this is a fantastic day out for all the family with encampments to explore, food and drink to taste, demonstrations of horsemanship and military drills to watch, plus trades, crafts and historical demonstrations to enjoy.

So why not try something a bit different that promises to be both fun and educational?

THe festival will open at 10.30am and close at 5pm.

Tickets range from £5-£15.

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Jane Austen at Home May 26 Connaught Theatre, Worthing theatres@adur-worthing.gov.uk 01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk IN THIS fascinating and engaging talk, historian and television presenter Dr Lucy Worsley will explore the life of Jane Austen.

Lucy Worsley has proved herself to be highly passionate about making history

relevant and this talk, which is based on her new book Lucy Worsley: Jane Austen at Home, does just that.

Lucy will be inviting you to take at new look at Jane Austen’s life from the perspective of her bi-centenary. It considers what home meant to Jane, and tells her story through the rooms, spaces, possessions and places which mattered to her.

Dispelling the myth of the cynical, lonely spinster, Lucy instead offers us a portrait of

a witty and passionate woman of her time, who refused to settle for anything less than Mr Darcy.

As chief curator of historic royal palaces, Lucy is an hugely popular writer, broadcaster and speaker. Her talks in theatres and festivals are always well attended and Worthing THeatres are delighted to be able to exclusively present this latest talk that accompanies her exciting new book.

Tickets cost £20, or £35 with Lucy's book.

"This interesting talk offers a fresh insight into the life of beloved author Jane Austen."

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Open Mic Poetry: Half the Human Race May 31 New Park Centre, Chichester 01243 536 840 www.chichesterpoetry. simplesite.com LAUDED poet Susan Utting is the headline guest at the latest Open Mic Poetry event at the New Park Centre.

Susan is currently touring with her latest poetry collection, Half the Human Race, which contains both new poems and a selection from previous books.

Open Mic organizer Barry Smith said: "It’s a pleasure to welcome Susan back to Chichester."

Her poems have been widely read in publications such as The Times, TLS, The Independent and The Forward Book of Poetry.

Looking ahead to her reading,

Established and unknown poets share their work

Susan said: "I’ll be reading poems from my new book Half the Human Race, but also poems selected from earlier collections.

"I aim to keep the set varied, with something for everyone as far as possible.

"THere will be some poems about loss and struggle, but also much poetry of celebration, recognition and praise for what women have achieved in their everyday lives and beyond."

Local poets will have the chance to share the spotlight as they read their own new poems.

Organisers of the event are constantly delighted by the range and quality of the writing presented at the open mic which is sure to result in a stimulating evening of poetry.

Advance tickets cost £4.50.

"Don't miss the chance to hear from the talented poet Susan Mutting alongside other, local, writers."

May 27 Kings Theatre, Portsmouth boxoffice@kingsportsmouth.co.uk 023 9282 8282 www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk

"For authenticity no tribute act performs quite like the Illegal Eagles."

OFTEN acclaimed as the best Eagles tribute in the world, THe Illegal Eagles return to the stage in 2017, this time celebrating their own incredible 20 years of UK and international touring.

THis seasoned group of passionate musicians are true Eagles fans at heart.

THeir impressive mastery of the Eagles' distinctive sound has made them one of the most sought after shows of their kind in the world.

Founder Phil Aldridge will be leading the show alongside the other highly talented members of the band: Al Vosper, Christian Phillips, Garreth Hicklin, Greg Webb, Trev Newnham and Tony Kiley.

As part of this special 20th anniversary tour, THe Illegal Eagles will be bringing you their strongest and most popular show to date.

Expect to hear all of the classic Eagles hits including hits Hotel California, Take It Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, Take it to the Limit, Life in the Fast Lane and many more!

THis is the perfect night out for not just any Eagles fan but any lover of live rock music so don't miss your chance to see them live at the Kings THeatre in Portsmouth.

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Release date: May 19 Director: Nathan Vigalondo Starring: Anne Hathaway, Jason Sudeikis, Austin Stowell Genre: Action, Comedy, Drama

AFTER her boyfriend dumps her on the eve of their exotic vacation to South America in favour of taking his band on tour, impetuous dreamer Emily Middleton (Amy Schumer) persuades her ultra-cautious mother, Linda (Goldie Hawn) to travel with her to paradise.

Polar opposites, Emily and Linda realise that working through their differences as mother and daughter - in unpredictable, hilarious fashion - is the only way to escape the wildly outrageous jungle adventure they end up unwillingly stumbling into.

GLORIA (Anne Hathaway) is an out-of-work party girl who, after getting kicked out of her apartment, is forced to leave her life in New York and move back to her hometown.

When news reports surface that a giant creature is destroying Seoul, South Korea, Gloria gradually comes to the realisation that she is somehow connected to this faroff phenomenon. As events begin to spin out of control, Gloria must determine why her seemingly insignificant existence has such a colossal effect on the fate of the world.

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Release date: May 19 Director: Guy Ritchie Starring: Charlie Hunnam, Astrid Berges-Frisbey, Jude Law Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama ACCLAIMED filmmaker Guy Ritchie brings his dynamic style to the epic fantasy action adventure King Arthur: Legend of the Sword.

Starring Charlie Hunnam in the title role, the film is an iconoclastic take on the classic Excalibur myth, tracing Arthur’s journey

from the streets to the throne. When Arthur’s father is murdered, Vortigern (Jude Law), Arthur’s uncle, seizes the crown. Robbed of his birthright and with no idea who he truly is, Arthur grows up the hard way in the back alleys of the city unaware of his own royal lineage. But once he so famously pulls the sword from the stone, his life is turned upside down and he is forced to acknowledge his true heritage and legacy…whether he likes it or not.

Arthur must learn to understand and control this magic weapon, deal with his demons, and unite the people to join the rebellion and overthrow the cold-hearted dictator Vortigern, the man who not only murdered his parents and stole his crown but also deprived him of his true identity.

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Deals on these summer wines are hotting up!

Martin Lury Our very own bon vivant gets to grips with all the best buys

DONALD TRUMP may well be a climate change denier, but the world of wine, as outlined by Cécile Bergart in her guest appearance at M&S Chichester's renowned wine-tasting evening, is having to adapt to the 2 degree rise in temperature employing different grape varieties and heralding the advent of new wine areas hitherto unsuitable and new latitude and altitude wines.

One manifest beneficiary of climate change is good old England with its sparkling wines now receiving critical acclaim and her first two selections reflected this trend with initially the Chapel Down English Sparkling Reserve Brut NV. Chapel Down and Nyetimber are one of the longest-running producers and the fact that they are able to produce non-vintage wines as opposed to just vintage means that they have enough reserve wine to use in blending and can assure the quality thereof. THis sparkling wine is crisp and flavoursome with good bubbles - English summer in a glass!

Ideal as an apéritif, the blend of three grapes is well balanced and the wine well structured indulging us with crisp green

apple flavours, fresh citrus, quince, hints of strawberry and brioche on the finish. If you avail yourself of the offer of 25 per cent off six bottles or more, this home-grown delight can be yours for just £16.50 - a price to entice you , I am sure!

We next sampled the Lamberhurst Estate 2015 Bacchus Reserve from the Chapel Down winery. Made from the Bacchus grape, an aromatic white variety perceived as England's Sauvignon Blanc, this wine has grapefruit and floral notes with citrus to the fore and is an improvement on English still wines, but does not match the Sauvignon

produced in France or New Zealand, given the relative paucity of sunshine and, at the same offer price of £10.50, remains a tad uncompetitive in price, but does represent progress. Australia beckoned for the next wine choice as Cécile introduced us to a 2015 Barossa Chardonnay reducing in price to £7.50, if one of six, an example of winemakers selecting the right grape for the area and an atypical Australian Chardonnay given its smoothness, roundness and just subtle hint of wood with ripe tropical fruit flavours to the fore - a wine well worth a punt!

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THe next wine from the Loire Valley, in my view, stole the show in the form of a Rosé d'Anjou which wildly exceeded my expectations and oozed strawberry and cream - the perfect Wimbledon wine with hints of redcurrant and rosehip and a crowd pleaser at an offer price of just over £6, if one of six or more.

THe rise in temperature has had a most pleasing effect on this wine! My wine of the week without a vestige of hesitation - one to add to your cellar!

THe penultimate selection was of a 2016 Beaujolais which also surpassed my expectations given its smoothness and this light wine with red fruit flavours and a bouquet of mulberries and red cherry at an offer price of £6 75 , if one of six or more, is a very pleasant easy-drinking wine which belies its humble status! Returning to Australia for the ultimate recommendation, namely the 2016 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon, a veritably rich, full-bodied red from an area of South Australia whose hot days and cool nights produce juicy wines

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that ideally would accompany casseroles in the winter and summer barbecues, and at a reduced price of £7.50 with the current offer represents an interesting purchase!

Incidentally, the 25 per cent offer on six bottles or more at M&S could persist until mid-June, so I elected to peruse the fine wine section at the main Chichester store and procured a 2014 Château Angludet Margaux, one to purchase and keep with its classic blackcurrant flavours and firm tannins and a wine of great finesse which will improve over time and, if one of six, reduces to £20.25 - a quality wine indeed!

I end this column on the Cantina Monteforte Soave Classico of 2015 vintage which, at an offer price of £6.40, if one of six, is delectably fruity and is made from the Carganega grapes and grown on limestone soils on the rolling hills of the Soave Classico. Peach taste to the fore allied with citrus, this un-oaked wine excels when well chilled and delivers in style a veritable panoply of fruit flavours and is a wine to just enjoy! A la prochaine!

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Method 1. Combine the onion, garlic, ginger and 3 tbsp water in a food processor or blender and process to make a purée.

2. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the onion purée and cook for 5 minutes or until the liquid has evaporated. Add the mushrooms to the pan and cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until just tender.

3. Stir in the curry powder. Add the potatoes and salt to the pan and stir so that the potatoes are well coated with the spice mixture. Add 250ml water and bring to the boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

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COOK SMART Chestnut mushrooms have a firm texture and hold their shape well when cooked. Fresh shiitake mushrooms would also be good for this curry, having a unique steak-like texture and subtle meaty flavour, but they do cost more. At the other end of the price range, check out cooking mushrooms at the supermarket for good value.

• 100g pudding rice • 50g sugar • 700ml semi-skimmed milk • pinch grated nutmeg • 1 bay leaf, or strip lemon zest

A nice rice pudding Method 1. Heat oven to 150C/fan 130C/gas 2. Wash the rice and drain well. Butter an 850ml heatproof baking dish, then tip in the rice and sugar and stir through the milk.

Sprinkle the nutmeg over

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Community News & Views

TALENTED cellist Christine Draycott will give the next recital at Bognor Regis Music Club.

She will be accompanied by pianist David Elwin at the event at 7pm tomorrow in the club's concert room at 2 Sudley Road.

Club chairman Chris Coote said: "We are looking forward to this recital, which includes Beethoven's variations on a theme from Mozart's Magic Flute, Janacek's Fairy Tales and the Brahms sonata Op 99. In addition, Christine will be playing Bach's solo suite no 5 on a baroque cello."

Christine started to play the cello aged nine in her home town of Bremen in northern Germany. In her early teens, she became a member of the local youth orchestra, a little later of the music academy in Bremen and an ensemble for ancient music.

She began full-time music studies aged 16 at the Folkwang School for music and dance school in Essen and continued studies at the music academy in Stuttgart.

Upon completing her studies, she joined the symphony orchestra in Reutlingen near Stuttgart and, in January 1992, joined the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra with which she played for nine years.

Christine has recently lived and worked in Norway and has performed in a variety of venues. She has performed at the Grieg Academy Bergen and has also expanded her skills to playing Baroque cello and performed in small ensembles.

David studied at the Royal Academy of Music and quickly worked for two ballet companies - the Royal Ballet and the English National Ballet.

He regularly performed as piano soloist in reduced versions of both companies in nationwide venues. He began a freelance career in 1992 and combines activities as an accompanist/ repetiteur, duo partner, soloist, instrumental coach and teacher.

Tickets for the concert are £9 for members, £11 for visitors and students £5.

CONSUMER champion Carol Groves has said a new law puts power back in the hands of mobile phone users in Bognor Regis and Chichester.

THe legislation means mobile phone providers in the UK have to offer their customers the chance to set a limit on their monthly bill.

Carol is the chief executive of Citizens Advice in Arun and Chichester and welcomes the actions of MPs to keep the cost of using the phones under control and avoid people being hit with unexpected charges for exceeding their allowance.

"We campaigned with Citizens Advice on a national level when we called for all mobile customers to be able to set their own limit for their monthly bill after our research found that the practices of some mobile phone companies were pushing some people into debt or making it harder to manage their debt," she said.

"Giving everyone the chance to set a monthly mobile limit puts the power to manage their finances back into the hands of consumers.

"We know that, currently, many customers find it difficult to keep track of how much they spend when using their mobile.

"A monthly bill limit that people can set themselves means customers can work out how much they can afford to spend on their mobile use in advance and budget for this.

"Mobile phones are now an essential part of everyday life.

"But telecoms customers too often lack the kind of protections people have in other essential markets like energy and financial services.

"It is good that parliament has recognised the need for this change."

Nationally, Citizens Advice says it helps 40,000 people a year who are in mobile phone debt. It says 54 per cent of people have received a higher than normal phone bill in the past 12 months.

THe law, called the Digital Economy Act, received royal assent recently. THe government's Department for Culture, Media and Sport will work with the phone companies to implement it.

GNASHER stole the show as well as the sausages at a record-breaking exhibition by Aldwick Quilters.

THe canine sidekick of cartoon favourite Dennis the Menace could be seen in a single bed quilt made by Selsey resident Sue Clamp, pictured above.

She made the quilt for one of her grandsons and included some of his favourites such as the Beano comic, Lego and Minecraft. Its humorous theme was a talking point among the hundreds of visitors to the two-day event last Friday and Saturday.

"My grandson loved it and the quilt is well used," said Sue. "THis is its first time on show. I find quilting extremely relaxing. I like the challenge of designing a quilt and then putting it together."

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United Reformed Church was the ninth to be staged by Aldwick Quilters and attracted 150 visitors on just its first day.

THey raised an unprecedented amount for the three chosen charities - THe Children's Trust at Tadworth, Scope and Hft Sussex.

Molly Hanwell helped to found the Quilters and is the group's chairman.

"THis is the most successful exhibition we have held," she said. "We raised as much money on the first day as we usually do during the entire weekend."

A total of 110 quilts was on show. One of the largest, at 88ins x 88ins, was created

by Janice Mandry in silk and calico.

"I'm really pleased with it.

I've worked on it on and off for six years and it's probably the biggest I have made," she said.

INTERNET radio listeners will be able to hear a unique broadcast about Bognor Regis.

THe thousands of followers of UK Talk Radio will be tuning in to its second programme featuring the town within a month.

Graham Philpot, the radio station's marketing and commercial manager, said: "We can see there is a lot of potential in Bognor Regis.

"THis is our fifth live broadcast in Sussex so far and we will be coming back again in about a month.

"We want to do a follow-up and go on a tour of the town to give a sense of place to our listeners. THis will be the first time we have done anything like that."

Graham was joined by the station's managing director, Geoff Carter, and a DJ, Jonathan Hines, in turning an office at Worrell Fry insurance brokers into a temporary studio for last Wednesday's three-and-a-half hour programme.

THe session was packed with guests who gave their views about Bognor Regis to be heard around the world.

THey included town centre manager Toyubur Rahman and Cllr Phil Woodall, on his second day as the latest town mayor.

Geoff, pictured below left with one of his guests, said: "We have had an amazing array of guests from Bognor Regis.

"Toyubur gave us an interesting talk about the business improvement district proposed for the town centre and the excellent plans for the future.

"THere was also a lot of talk about why people should come to Bognor Regis and how to get away from the negative image of the town.

"It was clear that Bognor Regis is the place to be for the 21st century and some substantial investment is coming to fruition."

Last week's programme was the second UK Talk Radio had broadcast from the town. THe first was a low-key event at the Regis Centre about four or five years ago in the radio station's early days.

Mike Maskell, a director of Worrell Fry, was involved in that programme and agreed that the Aldwick Road business should host the latest one.

"It's nice to have something like this here," he said. "It shows Worrell Fry is a community business and we want to be involved with people who are helping to look after the community.

"It's all about making Bognor Regis better."

THe programme was likely to have attracted 4,000-5,000 listeners. THousands more are expected to listen to the podcasts on demand. It is likely the total number will be some 20,000.

HELP about dementia will be available at two special events around Bognor Regis next month.

Residents of the town who go along will be able to learn more about the condition and the services available to them.

Representatives from the Alzheimer's Society will be providing information from 10.30am-midday on June 5 at Willowhale Library in Pryors Lane.

It will be followed a week later, from 11am-3pm on June 12, at Bognor Regis Library in London Road. THe Alzheimer's Society will be joined by a range of other organisations - which will include Coastal West Sussex Mind, Arun Wellbeing and Age UK - to answer any questions about dementia.

Sue Rennie, the Alzheimer's Society's services manager for West Sussex, said: "THese events at the libraries promise to provide lots of information on what dementia is, how it affects people and the services that are available locally.

"With 3,343 people living with dementia in the Arun area, it is vital that more people are aware of the services and support available to them in the area."

CONTACT US: news@sussexpost.co.uk or 01243 908506 or 63 London Road, Bognor Regis, PO21 1DF

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By Sylvia Endacott

Royal key to health slogan attracted tourists

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Councillors made use of King George V's visit to promote town I THOUGHT this week we could look at when the sun shines and people are able to enjoy themselves on our beaches. It is interesting to see how fashions have changed, both in the photography styles and activities pursued by both residents and visitors.

THe earliest known guide for Bognor, ‘Origin & Description of Bognor or Hothampton,’ was published in 1807 by JB Davis.

In this, he describes “the smoothness of the sand reminds the valetudinarian of a velvet carpet, and invitingly draws him to the seaside, while the straight line of the coast, and its gentle slope into the Channel, enable him to enjoy his ride or walk, even at the reflux of the tide, without the least risk of surprise or unexpected interruption from the waves.” An idyllic view from a bygone age.

With the arrival of the railway in the town in 1864, coupled with the new Bank Holiday Act, and the first Bank Holiday on August 4, 1871, millions of people became holidaymakers and started to explore the coasts. One-day excursions began to become popular.

By 1887, the town was advertising, “Bognor as a watering place.” THe town council held meetings to suggest ways of encouraging some of the titled classes to come for a holiday to enhance the standing of the area.

Photographs of the area were on display at numerous railway stations to try to attract visitors.

THis obviously worked, as by 1907, the groups coming into the town by means of these railway excursions became so large that the urban district council had numerous meetings to consider the possibility of asking the railway companies to discontinue day excursions, especially during August. THese discussions continued for a number of years.

While the general public are not always made aware of the numbers involved, I have acquired a record of railway statistics from 1913. It was reported that on Wednesday, July 9, 4,350 visitors arrived, followed by 2,250 the next day and a further 1,179 the following day.

THe population of the town at that time was about 8,500 and therefore it is interesting and difficult to surmise what effect this influx had on the town. Just before the First World War it was reported that over Easter there was insufficient space on the trains for all those wishing to travel and, therefore, some were left behind.

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mothers and perhaps the nanny allowing us to believe that this group could have arrived for Goodwood Races. THe men would travel down just for the races leaving the women and children to entertain themselves, possibly for as long as a month.

It is interesting to possibly have seen children playing in their woollen costumes a far cry from today’s swimmer. In 1929, the town became known worldwide with the arrival of King George V as he spent 13 weeks recuperating in Aldwick. From that time, the advertising slogan of the town changed dramatically and it was now promoted as the 'Royal Key to Health' with its distinctive key logo, which was used for all publicity. THis symbol was even adopted by Arun District Council in 1976 as the base for its logo, although the theme had become ‘Sun, Sea and Sussex Countryside’.

After the austerity of the war years, from the 1950s the town was well advertised and thousands of its visitors would send home the obligatory postcard telling of their enjoyment and showing pictures of busy beach scenes to those at home. THe town holiday guides in the 1950s proclaimed the area was good for health, with its 'sunshine, sea breezes and tonic air'.

In the 1950s and 60s, people were still happy to enjoy themselves without too much prepared entertainment. By 1960, a major event in the town changed many things the arrival of Butlin’s as a holiday venue, with nearly 9,000 visitors a week. THese visitors came because of the entertainment programme within Butlin’s and its proximity to the sea.

As we moved through the 20th century,

holiday styles changed considerably.

Holidays progressed from the two weeks at the seaside to holidays abroad with the advent of cheaper flights and increased holiday accommodation. For many, weekend breaks became part of the new style of holidays.

In the early years, the promenade was used as just that - a place to promenade up and down, to be seen and to see who else was on holiday. THe promenade itself was considered sufficient entertainment.

Now this area is used for entertainment purposes, trampolines, rides etc, to encourage children and their parents to stay, enjoy the beach and other features.

Bandstands were also very popular, principally with the visiting military bands who would entertain the crowds. THere is now only one theatre, but with a different style of entertainment. THe visitor today is more likely to be following their own pursuits, like wind surfing, sailing and ski boats - activities that suit today’s seafront.

THroughout the years and through all the changes seen in Bognor Regis some things have remained constant, namely the beach and climate. THe town is still proud of its high position in the annual sunshine league which is an important part of its popularity in comparison with holidays now available around the world.

THroughout the summer, many special events are arranged to encourage the visitors to continue to visit. THe seafront traders continue to provide modern and enjoyable entertainment for us all. Now we would just like to see the sun, enjoy the warmth and see an increase in the number of visitors during the coming years.

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Death BUCKLEY, STEPHEN JOHN

HEATER, Charles (Charlie) William

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Funeral Service at The Oaks Havant Crematorium, Bartons Road, Havant PO9 5NA on Tuesday 30th May 2017 at 11.30am.

Family flowers only but donations if desired to St. Wilfrid's Hospice or Motor Neurone Disease Association c/o Oaklands Funeral Service, 4 The Ridgeway, Oliver Whitby Road, Chichester PO19 3LA. Tel: 01243 773114

Passed away peacefully at home on the 10th May 2017.

Beloved husband of the late Yvonne and a much loved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle, who will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

Funeral service to take place at 2:20 p.m. on Friday 26th May 2017, at Worthing Crematorium. Family flowers only please but donations, if desired, can be sent in Charlie’s memory to St. Barnabas House c/o Ian Hart Funeral Service Ltd., 92-94 Broadwater Street West, Worthing, West Sussex BN14 9DE. Tel 01903 206299.

SMITH; MARGARET 'MAGGIE' passed away on 4th May 2017 Aged 80 years.

Mother of Jacqui, Nan to Ashley, Andrew and Holly. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral Service at Chichester Crematorium on Friday 26th May 2017 at 11.45am.

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Heather's all-round display in vain PostSport as Middleton lose at East Grinstead MIDDLETON CC skipper Sean Heather

continued his fine form - but a half century ding 10 |01243 and three wickets were not enough to prevent

his side slipping to defeat at East Grinstead.

THe Bognor side went into the match in the north of the country off the back of winning olorado their opening match of the Sussex Premier et League season.

But despite Heather's 3 for 26 restricting ep 6 the home side to 222 for 8 in their 50 overs, dition Middleton came up 36 runs short in the chase 58434 for the win.

Picking up 11 points in defeat, it leaves erchair Middleton third after two games in what looks y bargain to be an extremely competitive division. ver |ÂŁ150 Next up tomorrow is a home match as bottom-side Ansty are welcomed to the Sports Ground (12pm).

THe match at the Saint Hill Ground started wers well for Middleton, after Heather won the toss both | and put the hosts in to bat. Tommy Davies struck early for the Bognor side, removing opener Regan Derham with 31 on the board.

But Grinstead's two former Sussex players took control with Fynn Hudson Prentice and captain William Adkin putting on 89 for the second wicket.

Adkin eventually was dismissed for 45 and 21-year-old Hudson-Prentice for 65 as Middleton pegged back the scoring rate.

Heather brought himself on to increase the stem of runs but a quick-fire unbeaten partnership of 49 from Bradley Hatchett and Archie Turner for the ninth wicket took Grinstead to 222.

THat tally proved too much for Middleton, even with Heather continuing his sparkling start to the season with 71 from 98 balls.

However, he received little support with his side eventually bowled out for 186 with more than seven overs to spare.

Elsewhere, Division Two side Bognor will be hoping to bounce back after a tight threewicket defeat to THree Bridges.

Max Ashmore's side never got going, being bowled out for 107. THree Bridges got off to a strong start in reply, reaching 82 for 3 before Joe Ashmore (4 for 14) and Elliott Clarke (2 for 15) pegged back the home side.

It was not enough though, with Bridges knocking off the winning runs with three wickets still in hand.

Bognor return to THe Regis Oval tomorrow (12.30pm) hosting Portslade.

DARTS: BRSA Wanderers' Nathan Warren fired his side to victory over Newtown Amity, averaging more than 24 points per dart in the stand-out performance of week five of the Bognor Friday Summer Darts League.

Here are the full results: DIVISION ONE - Squash Club 8 Hunston Hares 8; BRSA Wanderers 11 Newtown Amity 6; Friary 'Z' - QE2 Cobras - POSTPONED MAN OF THE MATCH - Nathan Warren (BRSA Wanderers) 17 & 24 darts [24.44 av]; Mark Sheppard (Hunston Hares) 22 & 26 darts [20.88 av] OTHER GOOD GAMES - Gary Blackwood (BRSA Wanderers) 18 & 25 darts [23.30 av]; Alex Norgett (Newtown Amity) 20 & 23 darts [20.32 av]; Tony Phillips (Hunston Hares) 20 & 26 darts [20.06 av] - 1st leg 99 left in 24 darts 180s - Gary Blackwood (BRSA Wanderers) x1 HIGH OUT SHOTS - Jason McVite (BRSA Wanderers) 83; Stuart Rose (Newtown Amity) 80; Ian Hackett (Squash Club) 72; Mark Sheppard (Hunston Hares) 72

f Middleton have made a solid start to the season

DIVISION TWO - QE2 Galleon 11 Chi Snooker Club 7; BRSA Ravens 6 Friary 'D' 12; Aldingbourne Mavericks Aldwick Legion - POSTPONED MAN OF THE MATCH - Keith Robinson (Chi Snooker Club) 24 & 31 darts [18.36 av]; Karl Wingate (Friary 'D') 25 & 28 darts [18.75 av] OTHER GOOD GAMES - Graham Crawley (QE2 Galleon) 28 & 29 darts [17.58 av] 180s - Keith Robinson (Chi Snooker Club) x1 HIGH OUT SHOTS - Rob Rice (Chi Snooker Club) 94 DIVISION THREE- Lamb Steyne 12 Wheatsheaf 5; Royal Oak 11 ASC 6; Newtown 'C' 12 Richmond Rebels 6; Richmond 'B' 6 BRSA Jokers 12 MAN OF THE MATCH - Simon Mitchell (Newtown 'C') 27 & 27 darts [18.56 av]; Dave Coupland (Royal Oak) 28 & 30 darts [17.28 av]; Steve Perry (Lamb Steyne) 31 & 32 darts [15.90 av]; Simon Edwards (Richmond 'B') 33 & 35 darts [14.86 av] OTHER GOOD GAMES - Steve Middleton (Newtown 'C') 26 & 33 darts [17.07 av] - 1st leg 86 left in 24 darts; Dan Middleton (Newtown 'C') 24 & 31 darts [17.85 av] HIGH OUT SHOTS - Simon Mitchell (Newtown 'C') 108; Dan Middleton (Newtown 'C') 94; Greg Kacprzak (Lamb Steyne) 59 -------------------------------------------

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Patel fires Priory Park to 199-run win

f Priory Park CC return to Goodwood tomorrow

CHICHESTER Priory Park's overseas star Abhi Patel hopes his game-winning knock against Burgess Hill is the first of many to come.

THe left-arm seam bowler from New Zealand arrived in Sussex just a few weeks ago with a burgeoning reputation with the ball.

But it was with the bat that he made his mark on the Sussex Premier League, smashing an unbeaten 71 from 88 balls in Priory Park's victory on Saturday.

THat win puts Chi top of the Division THree table as one of four teams who have won their first two matches so far.

Batting at six, Patel went to the middle with his side in a bit of trouble at 67 for 4.

But the left handed 23-year-old put on 133 with Jay Hartard (73) to propel Chi to 256 in their 45 overs.

Priory then bowled extremely well to dismiss Burgess Hill for 137, to wrap up the 199-run victory.

Mike Smith (4 for 19) took the headlines

while Robert Carver (2 for 23) and James Stemp (2 for 25) offered able support.

Priory Park return to their new home of Goodwood tomorrow, taking on Brighton & Hove seconds (12.30pm) Meanwhile, the seconds will travel to Billingshurst in Division Five West, looking to bounce back after a four-wicket loss to Pagham seconds on Saturday.

Josh Bateman (70) and Alex Greenlees (43 from 34 balls, including five 6s) were the standout performers for Chi on the day.

In Division THree, Pagham will be out to make it three out of three as they travel to Haywards Heath (12.30pm).

THe Nyetimber Lane side convincingly beat Bexhill Seconds by 80 runs with Aiden Zammit top-scoring with 82. THe visitors did not look close to reaching the total at any point due to Pagham's good work in the field.

Ollie Pearce (3 for 40) and Joe De La Fuente (3 for 13) were the standout performers in an excellent team display.

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BOWLS: Selsey's Little Spain Bowling Club had their first Spoons Drive of the season on Saturday.

After an enjoyable afternoon's bowling the winning trio were Alan Ranscombe, Jim Lankshear and skip Peter Armsby, who happily accepted their winning trophies from club president Trevor Palmer.

Little Spain BC prides itself on offering friendly competitive bowling for players of all abilities and ages.

THe previous day saw the start of their internal Friday League.

THis competition, which runs until September, is for the Gordon Simmons Trophy with the winners and runners up also receiving cash prizes.

Team A, with a squad comprising of Joan Rookledge, Jack Baldwin, John Ballinger and Archie Coletta, got off to a fine winning start, beating team B 24-6 and set the pace at the top of the table.

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Champions Chi City finish year with unbeaten streak

f Sids hope to continue celebrating

CHICHESTER City Ladies are not only champions - they are also the unbeatables.

THe Oaklands Park side have been in fine form all season, winning the FA Women's South West Division One title at a canter without losing a single match.

Liam Greenfield's rounded off the campaign with a 2-0 victory on the road at Bristol-based Keynsham Town.

It took Chi less than a minute to break the deadlock, when, after only 36 seconds, Lauren Cheshire added to her tally for the season, turning in a Molly Clark cross.

Just after the half hour, the Green Army finally doubled their lead through the impressive Jess Lewry, who bundled the ball over the line from close range.

Despite a torrential hailstorm during the second half, and Keynsham battling to the end, Chi held firm to duly complete the job.

It means they finished the season with 21 wins and one draw from their 22 matches, racking up a goal difference of plus 112.

THe convincing victory is a strong statement to those that they will face in the FA Premier South when it kicks off later this year.

'Sids can still keep growing' Chi boss: promotion is our goal SIDESHAM boss Daren Pearce believes his club can keep on growing next season with promotion top of the agenda.

THe former Chichester City manager joined the Sids in July as a coach.

THat short stint quickly turned into becoming manager and then chairman, as Pearce and his assistant Andy Bell found themselves pushed into reviving the SCFL Division Two side.

After eight months at the helm, things on and off the pitch have progressed well.

But Pearce believes more can be done as the Sids look to re-establish themselves as one of the area's leading nonleague sides. Speaking to the Post, Pearce said: "I'm pretty happy, especially after only taking over two weeks before the season began.

"I said at the start that I'd get it back to where it should be and we have gone a long way to achieving that.

"We have got a good squad, we have got the lights back up and running, the pitch is in decent nick and we have got the ground grading. THrow in

finishing third and winning a cup and it's not too bad really."

Despite the turmoil and his side coming off the back of demotion from SCFL Division One due to the floodlights not working at the Recreation Ground, Pearce threw himself into the role.

With a mix of a few experienced heads, the largely young squad - which included two 16-year-olds - pushed eventual league winners Bosham all the way.

A third place finish was matched with a win in the league cup and reaching the semi-finals of the Sussex Intermediate Cup. THoughts now are turning to next year where Pearce says the club has committed to fielding five sides next season.

As well as the seniors, there is an under-18s, under 12s, under-8s and a reserves side. Work is also focused on improving the pitch and the stand.

Further down the line, Pearce said the club was working with Sidlesham Parish Council into looking at the viability of a new parish hall and clubhouse.

f The club wants to improve on and off the pitch

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CHICHESTER City boss Miles Rutherford has his sights on bringing Ryman League football to Oaklands Park.

Just weeks after leading the Lillywhites to one of their best ever campaigns, the Chi boss already has his eyes on next season.

Speaking to the Post, Rutherford says his side can kick on and do better than a third place finish in the SCFL Premier.

THoughts now turn to building the squad for next season with the Chi boss looking to add "four or five new faces".

f The Oaklands Park side have not lost in the league

THe hope is that a bigger squad will help Chi overcome an end of season wobble which saw them fall of the pace towards the end of this term.

Instead, Rutherford says going up into the Ryman South is very much the goal, with the club doing everything it can off the pitch to apply for next season.

He said: "I'm very happy with how the season went. We are a bit disappointed with how it ended but a lot of that was due to that lack of players' availability and not having

f Chi in action in the last 32 of the FA Vase

a big enough squad which we will take on board for next season" Chi were tipped by many to finish in midtable this season. But an inspired unbeaten run in autumn took them to final 32 of the FA Vase for only the second time in the club's history.

By the end of March, they had lost just twice in the league and were in with an unlikely shot of winning the league.

But a defeat on the road to Peacehaven ended any chances of silverware and the Chi's faded in the run-in.

Rutherford said: "Every side has a turning point in a season and Peacehaven was it for us. After that it was basically season over and it was hard to keep everyone motivated for the end mainly because the cub didn't apply to go up. Up to that point we had well exceeded what was expected and I couldn't have been happier."

While many treat the end of the season as time to put their feet up,Rutherford has been busy trying to make additions to his squad.

He said: "THe busiest time for me is always end of season as that is when I am looking to speak to players, sign them up for next season and bring a few in.

"We have kept everyone so I couldn't be happier. Hopefully, next year we will look at matching our third place finish last year, maybe even better it."

Brighton star hands out Chi youth prizes CHICHESTER City Youth under-12s have lifted another piece of silverware, winning plaudits from an Albion legend along the way.

Fresh from winning the league earlier in the season, they won an invitational competition at Selsey without losing a game, finishing above Whetstone, an elite academy team from Watford, and Basingstoke FC. Coach Chris Bullen said: “It was another fantastic performance. THe boys loved the presentation as Brighton’s top goalscorer and hero Glenn Murray did the honours.”

Elsewhere, Selsey under-13s finished the season in style, beating a spirited and sporting Rustington team 3-1 in the play-off for the B division title.

Danny Howick, Luke Ayling and Rhys Grocott scored the goals in the victory.

* Chichester City Girls Football club has been selected to be an official FA Wildcats minisoccer centre to help improve participation in football for girls.

THe FA announced 200 of these centres across the country as part of this new initiative with the aim of providing opportunities for girls aged five to 11 to start playing football.

Head coach and Ladies first team player Emma Alexandre said: "THe Wildcat centres are a great opportunity for young girls to get involved in football in a relaxed and encouraging environment."

THe Wildcats centre runs every Saturday at Chichester College, from 10am to 11.30am.

THe first session is free and each subsequent session is £3.

Contact matt.wright@chichester.ac.uk

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f Bognor officials are hopeful of more memorable days like the Dulwich play-off win next season

Bognor preparing for step up - but manager hunt will wait THE ROCKS are well on their way to preparing for life in the National League South - but the hunt for the manager will have to wait.

THat's the message from Nyewood Lane officials as they push on with preparing the club for a return to the sixth tier of the football league pyramid.

With just eight weeks to go until the start of pre-season, the Bognor board and coaching staff are focused on signing up players for the year ahead.

But officials say Rocks fans will have to wait a little longer to find out who the new man at the helm will be.

General manager Jack Pearce said: "We haven't spoken to anyone just yet. We are still in the process of speaking to the players "Once we have the players sorted then we will look for someone to manage them.

"It's not a situation we have ever found ourselves in. We have never sacked anyone so, if it's different from what people would expect, then so be it.

"THe first thing is to talk to the players from last year who we want to retain.

"Some that we want to stay will stay, some will move on. We will sort those things out and then move on to the manager."

It seems like only yesterday when 3,000-plus fans packed in to Nyewood to watch the club seal a playoff win over Dulwich Hamlet.

But for those who run the club, thoughts

turned almost immediately on to preparing the club for the next level.

Pearce added: I can't reveal any movement on players yet.

"We have made offers to four or five who will let us know after this week.

"At the moment all said they want to sign but we will wait to see what happens.

"Until they have put pen to paper that's another matter."

Any players that do sign on the dotted line will have a pre-season friendly with League One Portsmouth to look forward to.

THey will visit Nyewood on July 19 (7pm) with League Two outfit Crawley Town visiting a week later (date TBC).

Pearce said: "It's a massive boost to the club and it's good to see them coming back.

"It's our prestige friendly of the season and is good news for the many Pompey fans who live locally in the Chichester and Bognor area.

"Our job to make sure we have enough good players to give them a good game."

Away from the pitch, Pearce says work is very much focused on the administration side of things.

THe pitch is undergoing £7,000-worth of work while maintenance work is ongoing around the ground.

Pearce said: "In some ways we are busier now building the house for next season, than when the football starts. THat's the easy bit."

Rocks' new prices announced ROCKS fans will have to pay a small increase to carry on cheering Bognor on in National League South next season.

As everyone prepares for life at a higher level, club officials say increased costs have caused the rise.

A club spokesman said: "THe club has carefully considered its policy for admission charges for the coming season.

"As the club prepares to play at a higher level, we will be faced with significantly higher operating costs. THere will be the added challenge of playing two fewer home games, with a subsequent drop in revenue.

"We have therefore decided to increase our normal adult charge in line with charges in the National League South (although we will still be charging less than the average) whilst re-introducing a reduced entry charge for senior citizens."

THe new admission prices will be: adults - £12 (season ticket: £201); senior citizens (aged over 65) - £9 (season ticket: £151); under 18s / students - £5 (season ticket: £84); under 16s as of 5/8/17 can apply to the club for FREE season tickets. Season tickets will be on sale from the club office from early July and at pre-season friendlies.

NEWS came out shortly after our celebrations of going up into the Vanarama National League South that our manager, Jamie Howell, was leaving us.

I had heard Eastbourne Borough had been interested in him and so it proved as he departs for pastures new.

I am so pleased for him that the team did all they could in the last match to go up.

Nothing better to add to the CV than to have promoted a side with such a low playing budget compared to Havant & Waterlooville who only just got through right at the end.

We really deserved the championship this season and a lot of the credit should go to him. Personally, I’d like to thank Jamie and all the staff at the Lane for a terrific season. I am sure Jamie will do well at Eastbourne Borough – thanks Howeller!

On a new appointment – I am just not sure who the club will bring in. In my opinion I am so pleased that Darin (Dabba) Kilpatrick has stayed.

His coaching skills and passion for the club will come in handy in this tough first season back in the National League South.

THere’s been a rumour that we might see Rocks legend Michael Birmingham back as the manager, which I am sure, would go down well.

I think they will need someone that knows the ‘Bognor Way’, which is an attractive football style and someone experienced enough to keep us in the league. It will be interesting to see who we get. It’s important that everyone gets behind whoever the club will appoint.

It has been confirmed that we will play Portsmouth in a pre-season friendly in July at Nyewood Lane. THis is becoming a regular feature in pre-season and it’s great for us as it means a bumper crowd.

Pompey will no doubt be strong, after celebrating promotion back into League 1.

A club that size and with such a passionate support should be up there really. I knew it was only a matter of time before they made the

climb.

It will be a good test for our players – whoever we will have on the team sheet.

Some players will no doubt leave, as is the case most seasons, but if we keep hold of a nucleus of the players and may be bring in a few new faces then we’ll have a real go next season.

THere are some long trips like Truro City but there are also some other fairly short Rocks on Tours to places like Whitehawk – Oh, the joys!

THere are too many favourite moments to mention. All of the away trips are always fun and seeing us get results against Kingstonian (2-1), Staines Town (2-0), Folkestone Invicta (2-1), Met Police (1-0), Canvey Island (5-0), and later AFC Sudbury (4-0), proved to be key wins away from Nyewood Lane.

I wasn’t at the Dulwich Hamlet away game (3-1) but what a victory that was. All great memories.

Another personal highlight for me was our demolition of Folkestone Invicta at home in March when Jimmy Muitt came on at half time and changed the game. We were 1-0 down at half-time and looked all at sea but then in the second-half we put seven past them. THat’s football.

But I obviously remember the lows – the 4-1 defeat away to Tonbridge Angels comes to mind and the sheer disappointment at not crossing the line at home against Met Police at the very end.

It’s all a part of supporting a football team – you go with it and when you follow them home and away you appreciate the team all the more for it. But we are going up!

THe joy everyone showed at finally getting across that line and getting to the next step of the football pyramid. We deserved it. Well done to all involved – it’s been a pleasure supporting you.

I hope to see you all again next season and at the Pompey game in July! National League South here we come!

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