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Residents struggle to top up SOME residents in the city are struggling to get top-ups for their gas after changes

by British Gas. THose living in Swanfield Estate in Chichester have been hit hard by the decision which sees them having to travel up to half a mile away.

On January 1, British Gas swapped from using Paypoint to Payzone, with

a loss of 15,000 places UK-wide where people can pay for their fuel top-ups.

Residents had been getting their topups from convenience store, Eddies, on the Swanfield estate, but this service has been stopped. Now, the only places within Chichester that can offer the service are post offices.

THe change from Paypoint to Payzone caused concern as there are 15,000 fewer Payzone locations around the country.

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THe switch also means customers are now required to spend a minimum of £5 when topping up their card compared to £1 previously.

THe changes are seen as a huge inconvenience to prepayment customers who struggle to pay their bills and rely on paying small sums at a time to budget better.

A Post Office spokesman said: "THere are approximately 450 British Gas customers in the city. THere are a lot of

options beyond the city centre and for those close to the PO19 6UR (Swanfield estate) postcode.

“THe closest option is the Melbourne Road post office in St James Road or Payzone at THe Corner Shop in Adelaide Road. Both are within 0.7 miles of the previous location and the Payzone at THe Corner Shop is open until 10pm, seven days a week.”

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CHICHESTER'S MP has given the city new hope for A27 funding after Wednesday's budget.

Gillian Keegan is confident she will secure funding for the development of potential schemes for the A27 in the government’s road investment strategy budget two (RIS2) that runs from 20202025.

Money has been made available to plan much-needed improvements to the heavily congested A27.

However, funding for the building phase will be made available in the RIS3 budget (2025-2030) but only if the proposed plans are approved and can out-compete other national projects.

Since the community rejected previous options put forward by Highways England and funding was lost, Mrs Keegan has been working to get the money back for Chichester.

Without funding, no large-scale improvements can go ahead.

In the short period since her re-election in December, 2019, Mrs Keegan has held several meetings with the Secretary of State for Transport, Grant Shapps, the chief executive of Highways England, Jim O’Sullivan, and the roads minister, Baroness Vere, where she made the case for Chichester and its residents.

In Wednesday's budget, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, announced the largest ever road investment of £27billion.

THis will include the A27 Chichester

bypass which will again be receiving the funding necessary to get the initial A27 improvement scheme up and running again.

In all her meetings with Highways England, Mrs Keegan also asked for reassurances that, unlike previous consultations, the planning process will be transparent and open to community scrutiny.

THe MP has been given assurances that Highways England officers will be on hand to explain reasonings and justifications for design options and choices.

Mrs Keegan said the A27 had been a top priority for her and she supported both councils and the community through the Build a Better A27 (BABA27) group and has been raising the need with the Department for Transport.

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"It is now up to the community andthe visitor local authorities to re-engage in thisregion, held process, with Highways England, to find a solution that is affordable, viable and most importantly improves congestion."

Suspended jail sentence for man guilty of sexual assault A MAN has been sentenced for sexually assaulting and biting a woman in Chichester.

Andy Bell, 38, of Richmond Road, Chichester, was sentenced at Portsmouth Crown Court to 14 months in jail, suspended for two years, for sexual assault and assault causing actual bodily harm at.

On Saturday, February 23, last year, the victim, who is known to Bell, was approached by him at a location in Market Road after he had spent the evening drinking. He repeatedly asked her to go home with him, which she declined.

He then proceeded to bite the woman's leg and arm several times, causing significant bruising. He also touched her chest area over her clothes.

She promptly reported the incident to police. Bell was arrested and, after police obtained witness statements, photographic evidence of the bite marks and CCTV footage, he was

charged. Bell pleaded guilty to the charges.

Detective Police Constable Jo French of West Sussex Investigations at Chichester, said: "THis was a horrible ordeal for the victim and we thank her for her bravery in coming forwards to tell police about what happened.

"THe assault caused her significant physical pain and also subjected her to totally unnecessary distress.

"We hope this prosecution encourages victims of sexual crimes to report it to us."

Bell was sentenced to 14 months for sexual assault and 14 months for assault causing actual bodily harm to be served concurrently, to be suspended for two years.

He was also ordered to complete 250 hours' unpaid work, pay £750 compensation to the victim, issued with a five year restraining order and ordered to sign on the sex offenders register for ten years.

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By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk PLENTY of businesses shared and networked with each other at a special event held at the Chichester Festival THeatre last week.

Attractions from the district and surrounding areas joined together for the annual leaflet exchange event last Wednesday.

Visit Chichester, the official destination management organisation responsible for promoting tourism and supporting the visitor economy in the Chichester region, held the leaflet exchange, a show

to highlight the range of attractions, events, shops and dining options available to residents and visitors around the region.

Arundel Lido, Paulton's Park, Goodwoof, Tangmere Military Aviation Museum, THe National Garden Scheme and Chichester Ship Canal were just some of the organisations who were present at the event.

Every year the leaflet exchange offers an ideal opportunity for exchanging promotional material and discovering what will be on offer for visitors to the area during the year ahead, as well as networking with colleagues from across

the tourism industry, helping to join up the district’s offering to visitors.

THis year the event expanded and was held over two floors of the brasserie, allowing exhibitors more space.

Helen Broom, marketing executive for Visit Chichester said: "We were delighted to welcome so many people to leaflet exchange once again, with attractions exhibiting from the Chichester area and beyond.

"It’s a great opportunity for businesses to chat in an informal atmosphere and share information."

For more information, visit: visitchichester.org/

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From page one Some British Gas customers complained they didn't know anything about the top-up changes.

District and city Labour councillor Sarah Lishman said: "Gas key meter customers can no longer use some 15,000 Paypoint locations across the UK, replaced primarily by a much smaller number of post offices.

"Our residents, who were previously able to rely on several Paypoint locations throughout the city, have been unfairly left without easy and affordable access to places to top up their gas and electricity supply.

"To move away from key meters, a credit check is usually required, which is often something our lowest income families and residents would find incredibly difficult.

"THe loss of the Paypoint system creates unnecessary travel costs for the people most at risk of fuel poverty when trying to access a suitable location to top-up.

"In some cases in Chichester this may mean the cost of a bus or train trip to Bognor Regis, which is something those not entitled to free travel can afford.

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top-up spend from £1 to £5 further exacerbates the problem, creating real issues for those most in need.”

A British Gas spokesman said: "We are continually reviewing our suppliers to ensure we get the best service and value for our customers and we decided to move this service to Payzone as part of this review.

"Ultimately, we intend that more of our customers will be closer to a topup point as a result of this change as Payzone has committed to adding new locations where we find a customer need - especially in rural areas.

"If a customer finds they are now further away from a top-up point we would ask them to contact us so we can double-check this is the case. If we do identify a gap in our coverage, then we would work with Payzone to add new locations in the area.

“THe customer could also have a smart pay as you go meter fitted so they could top up online or, if they are eligible, then we could install a credit meter free of charge.”

Customers with any concerns are advised to contact British Gas' customer services. THey can also find the list of their local Payzone points here: payzone.co.uk/consumers/

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` New Lidl store SHOPPERS at a popular German supermarket flooded into the new store in Chichester yesterday.

THe new Lidl on land at Barnfield Drive, Chichester, officially opened on THursday, after weeks of delays.

THe new store will replace Lidl’s existing, smaller store in Portfield Way. Lidl GB’s regional head of property, James Mitchell, commented: "We would like to thank all those who have played a part in bringing this new Lidl store to Chichester.

"It is great for us to be able to create more jobs and investment opportunities in the area, and we can’t wait to start serving our multi-award winning products to the local community once more."

THe new superstore can be accessed via a new roundabout, which has been built at the junction with Church Road.

THe roundabout also provides access for future phases of development on the remainder of the Barnfield site, as well as unlocking further residential development off Church Road.

Chichester's new Lidl store has created up to 20 new jobs for the local community and features facilities such as an in-store bakery, customer toilets, baby changing and parking for both cars and bicycles.

THe new supermarket was officially due to open on THursday, February 27, but delayed by work on completing highway safety works outside the store.

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Council defends tax bill increase

By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk CHICHESTER District Council has defended its decision to increase the average council tax bill by around ten pence a week for a Band D property in order to protect vital services across the district.

THis was considered by members at Chichester District Council’s full council meeting last week where a £5 (3.1 per cent) rise was agreed.

THis means that the average Band D council taxpayer will pay just over £3 a week for their council services.

"Because of the amount of savings we have managed to achieve over the last few years, the district council remains one of the lowest charging authorities in the country," said Cllr Peter Wilding, cabinet member for finance, corporate services and revenues and benefits.

"Our priority has always been to keep your council tax as low as possible, while still providing quality services for residents, and to ensure that we are able to continue providing support to people in our community who need it the most.

"Like many councils, we have had to make significant savings over the last few years in order to cope with cuts to our government funding, and our deficit reduction plan is still being delivered.

"THis aims to generate further income and savings over the next few years, which we hope will keep any future council tax increases to a minimum for

our residents.

"As a council, we always look to ensure that we are proactive when examining our finances, and that we put in place robust financial plans.

"THis approach has put us in a good position to withstand changes to government funding.

"We are also maintaining our council tax support scheme so that those who are most vulnerable in our communities will not receive any increase.

"People may not realise, but we provide more than 80 different services across the district and we feel that just over £3 a week is still excellent value for money."

Services provided include: • Emptying bins • Checking food hygiene standards • Cleaning streets • Dealing with planning applications • Looking after the coastline • Caring for parks and open spaces THe council collects all of the council tax, but only keeps a nine per cent share.

THe other 91 per cent is then distributed to the following public services: • West Sussex County Council (around 77 per cent) • THe Police and Crime Commissioner (around 11 per cent) • Parish councils (three per cent on average) Each of these public service providers makes decisions about its council tax increases independently, and will finalise their amounts for the next financial year in the coming weeks.

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Ten grand for roof appeal ANOTHER £10,000 has been raised for the city's cathedral roof project.

A resident of Chichester for the past 20 years, well-known actress Dame Patricia Routledge has a strong association with Chichester Cathedral spanning over 40 years and she is the patron of the roof appeal.

Dame Patricia entertained an audience of 100 guests in an interview with Julian Biggs at the historic Wiston House, near Steyning.

Video footage and audio clips complemented the insightful and often witty conversation, which along with live poetry recitation and song, served to illustrate Dame Patricia’s incredible career.

THe conversation continued during supper when Dame Patricia chatted with guests.

A spokesman for the cathedral said: "THanks to Dame Patricia Routledge and the generosity of guests, the event raised £10,000 for the restoration of the cathedral’s historic roof.

"THe final phase of the roof project – the Nave - will commence this summer, just as soon as this season’s peregrine chicks have fledged. " Chichester Cathedral launched the High Roof Appeal in February, 2018, to raise money for the repair, restoration and recovering of the roof.

THe cathedral has been the unfortunate recipient of a number of disasters during its life; a fire in 1114 resulted in Bishop Luffa rebuilding the cathedral and extending it westwards.

For more information, visit: chichestercathedral.org.uk

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Plenty of extra Rume with office business expansion

By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk

FOLLOWING a successful first year in business and growth of membership to over 200, Rume2 is expanding with the opening of a new space at Sussex House.

Founders Lucy Legg-Willis and Rosie Freshwater opened Rume2 in Crane Street at the end of January, 2019, with a clear conviction there was a need for an inspiring, contemporary space for local freelancers and small businesses to work from.

Fast forward just 12 months and this conviction has been proven, as at the beginning of the month, they cut the ribbon to a new suite at their central location of Sussex House, in doing so more than doubling the space for co-working they can provide their members.

With six new private offices and another 25 co-working hot desks, Rume2 is now able to offer an even wider choice for those wanting an exciting, modern and friendly place to work.

"We always knew Chichester deserved a space that supported its vibrant entrepreneurial business community, but even we have been pleasantly surprised but how rapidly we have grown and how quickly we have been able to expand due to demand,” said Rosie.

Rume2 offers not only co-working with superfast wifi, unlimited fresh coffee and healthy refreshments, it also offers an extensive programme of talks and

workshops to support their members in business skills and encourage personal and creative growth.

"Over our first year we have offered a wide range of workshops to members on a plethora of topics from business skills such as finance and marketing, to wellness advice and creative workshops," said Rosie.

"Our new office space at Rume2 is brilliant! Having a place to do my best work in the middle of Chichester that is modern

and bright with what must be the fastest internet connection in the town is a dream come true.

"Our brand new dedicated office is beautiful, with custom-made furniture and large windows it's a lovely space to work in.

I can shut the door and focus on complex tasks and do my calls but also change things up a bit and work in the co-working space. I'm a big fan of the standing desks with clever lamps that can also charge my

phone wirelessly.

"We've already grown our business significantly by being a part of the community here. Rume2 is exactly what Chichester needed. Already it's attracting talented freelancers and exciting start-ups but also providing an inspirational space for larger organisations to have meetings away from their usual place of work."

For more information on Rume2 and their services, visit: rume2.co.uk/

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` Two men charged TWO MEN have been charged after a vehicle was stolen in Chichester.

Sussex Police were made aware of a burglary at a property in St Pancras, Chichester, in the early hours of Saturday.

THe occupier had gone to bed around 8pm the night before and had woken up around 4.10am to find his patio doors were ajar.

THe victim looked around his flat and discovered his wallet, £100 in cash, bank cards, membership cards, his driver’s licence, watch, car keys and car were missing.

Shortly afterwards, police received a phone call from an off-duty police officer to report a car colliding with a street sign near Tangmere roundabout, Chichester, and two men fleeing from the scene.

Officers, including a dog unit, attended the scene of the collision of the stolen vehicle, conducted an area search and detained two men nearby.

Items reported as being stolen from the property were also recovered.

Nathan Moore, 27, of Oving Road, Chichester, and Lee Moore, 42, of no fixed address, have both been charged with burglary dwelling and theft, fraud by false representation and aggravated vehicle taking.

THe pair were remanded in custody and they appeared at Crawley Magistrates’ Court on Monday (March 9).

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SUSSEX Police welcomed more than a hundred people to its first Women in Policing careers event on THursday, March 5, in Crawley.

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Westhampnett's 'fantastic' new hall is given £1,000 community fund boost WESTHAMPNETT Community Hall, which is available to hire, along with its facilities, has benefited from a £1,000 grant from the Barratt Homes community fund.

THe community hall, set in the heart of Westhampnett village, near Chichester, provides an elegant setting for events, children's parties, clubs and meetings. It is also home to several groups on offer to the local community, including sports, craft and music classes.

Claire McLeish, vice-chairman of the parish council, which provided the hall for the village, said: "THe hall is a fantastic space for the local community here and I’m delighted that it's been chosen as one of the beneficiaries of the Barratt Homes community fund.

"THis generous donation will go towards

landscaping the outside of the Hall – seeding, turfing and tree planting. We hope to have a community day to start work on this as soon as the weather improves, in readiness for a couple of weddings we have booked."

Jon Green, Barratt Homes’ managing director, said: "Community halls are often the social hub of a village, where local people can come together for groups, parties or events.

"I’m very happy that we can help such an important space for the local community.”

Barratt Homes’ community fund is a dedicated financial resource that helps to support local causes which improve the quality of life for those living in the region.

Organisations can apply for one of the monthly grants by emailing: charity. southampton@barratthomes.co.uk

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Chichester resident wins prize from taking part in heat survey A LUCKY Chichester resident has won more than £200-worth of ‘clean’ fire wood after answering questions about how she heats her home.

Claire Foden was one of over 1,700 residents across Sussex to take part in the Clean Burn Sussex survey.

She has been awarded a large bulk bag of kiln dried logs worth £243, donated by Certainly Wood.

With one in ten homes burning wood in the south east, the air quality partnership Sussex Air set up the survey to find out what fuel people are using and to encourage best practice.

THe type of fuel people choose to use on their fire can affect air quality, with damp wood being smokier, less efficient and more polluting compared to dry wood, which is cleaner.

Residents are being encouraged to make the swap to well-seasoned or kiln-dried logs with a water content of less than 20 per cent as these give a cleaner, hotter burn.

Smokeless coal, wood pellets, briquettes and heat logs are also preferable.

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to switch to EcoDesign Ready Stoves which can cut harmful emissions by up to 80 per cent compared to an older stove and up to 90 per cent compared to an open fire.

Cllr Deborah Urquhart, West Sussex County Council cabinet member for environment, said: "Many of us don’t appreciate the impact of using coal and traditional wood on our fires.

THese fuels actually have a damaging effect on air quality and health, especially for people with respiratory conditions like asthma.

"I hope this survey has encouraged people to think before they buy their fuel and choose ‘cleaner’ alternatives like kiln-dried logs instead."

Before lighting a fire, make sure the chimney or flue is properly swept and cleaned to help prevent a fire from breaking out.

Other safety precautions include using a spark guard, extinguishing the fire before going to bed, and fitting a smoke alarm.

For regular updates on pollution levels in your area, sign up for Air Alerts at: airalert.info

New facilities at Bourne college

By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk STAFF and pupils at a college in the district are excited to have unveiled a new addition to their facilities.

Bourne Community College returned from half-term able to move into the first stage of their new building, which is on target to be completed earlier than planned.

THe new building will enhance college facilities with five new classrooms - two for food technology, two for general teaching and one for science, technology, engineering, art and maths subjects.

THe food technology rooms have been operational since February 26, and have

been well received by students and staff.

Yvonne Watkins, headteacher at Bourne Community College, said: "Our planned new science laboratory should be in use at the end of the month and staff are looking forward to this new teaching base.

"With the new build, came the addition of a 3G pitch. THis was ready for use in January and has proved very popular with our students.

"We want to extend this and are in the process of completing the community use agreement to enable this great new facility to be used by local football clubs, which will be a real boost to the local community, too."

For more information on the college and its facilities, visit: bourne.org.uk/

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THe company has 400 acres of polytunnels and 60 acres of glasshouses in Chichester. THe first of its Malling Centenary strawberries hit the Tesco shelves on February 28.

Tesco berry buyer Laura Mitchell said: "It may still seem some way off but the arrival of the first British strawberries of the year means that spring is just around the corner.

"We are a nation of strawberry-lovers who cannot get our hands on the British crop quickly enough and the first offerings are always extremely popular.

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THe Summer Berry Company has secured a deal with Tesco to sell the Malling Centenary strawberry, which is larger and sweeter than its predecessors.

THis is a big coup for the Scompany, which has been farming since 1966 and is based near Colworth, just outside Chichester, where strawberry production has benefited from the warmer south coast climate, milder winter and recent sunshine.

David Kay, of the Summer Berry Company, said he was delighted to have agreed the deal with Tesco, and was pleased the new variety was not only even more appetising, but also gave shoppers an extra’s day’s freshness.

He added: "Despite the very poor weather recently, our location on the Chichester plain, combined with stateof-the-art glasshouse technology, always allows us to grow the sweetest of early fruit.

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` VE Day stories DO YOU have a story about VE Day in Chichester? Do you have any photographs or family stories about what it was like?

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Weekly articles will feature in the Post to help celebrate the 75th anniversary of VE Day. To share your story, please contact the Novium Museum by emailing: thenovium@chichester.gov.uk or call 01243 775888 by Friday, April 10.

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Children raise money for Sport Relief at city nursery

By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk CHILDREN at a city nursery have been getting into sporty gear to help raise funds for a charity.

Sport Relief, which takes place today (Friday) was created to harness the power of sport - that passion - and raise money to help people who need it the most, no matter where they are - in the UK and around the world.

For Sport Relief, staff at Chichester Nursery School held a special aerobics session, led by some of the nursery staff.

Children turned up to the nursery in St James's Road on Wednesday wearing sporty gear, had lots of fun and promoted being active for a great cause.

Sport Relief works to find the best, most effective organisations here in the UK and around the world which are taking on the issues of mental health, child poverty, domestic abuse and helping people have a safe place to live.

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THe staff, children and some of their parents at Chichester Nursery School marked Sport Relief with the fun aerobics session in the nursery garden.

THree of the nursery school staff led the action, ensuring everyone was taken through a good warm-up first. THe children enjoyed following a range of different movements and there were many giggles, as they were required to stand up and sit down several times in one of their favourite songs!

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with a lively rendition of the popular Baby Shark which was a hit with the adults and children alike.

"It was a great way of raising money for a great cause and everyone having some fun together," said headteacher Ruth Campbell.

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got involved."

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Iron Age comes alive for visitors with community days by Novium

By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk THOUSANDS of years of history were brought to life by Novium Museum staff at the site of North Bersted’s most famous person.

THe initial community day held in Bognor Regis was staged to mark the installation of an information panel about THe Mystery Warrior, thanks to funding provided by THe National Lottery Heritage Fund.

THe panel about the fighting man is located on the spot where the grave of North Bersted Man was found – between the current Bersted Park Community Centre and a children’s play area.

It is a location which has become famous across the world of archaeology and has put the area on the map of those interested in the Iron Age period.

THe community day was the first of three to be held by Chichester’s Novium Museum to accompany its exhibition about the warrior.

Stephanie THorndyke, the museum’s manager, said: "We’ve had such a great response since the exhibition opened in late January.

"THere have been thousands of visitors and it has attracted people from all over.

THey have from London and beyond as well as from overseas – France, Germany and across Europe,” she said.

"THe Mystery Warrior has gained international recognition throughout the

museum community.

"He is one of the most important exhibits we have and he will go on permanent display once the current exhibition ends on September 26.

"What is really interesting for us is that Chichester was important to the Romans and we love to celebrate that. But this discovery pre-dates that and takes us to a time just before the Romans arrived."

North Bersted Man was discovered in June, 2008, by archaeologist Andy Taylor.

He was working on the site, at the eastern end of the current Lakeland Avenue, for a survey before Berkeley Homes began a major house-building scheme.

"It was a Friday afternoon and we had just stripped the site, as we had been doing across the area, and I found a dark rectangle.

"I thought it must be some sort of grave.

So, I covered it up to deal with it the following week and I started to explore it," he said.

What came to light was a once in a lifetime discovery. Fine iron bars and pots at one end of the plot, a bronze helmet with the most elaborate openwork crest and a bronze butterfly-shaped shield next to it.

THe warrior’s sword was also present in its scabbard, along with three tall pottery jars next to his head.

"Nothing like the crest has ever been found before and we have nothing to compare it with," said THames Valley Archaeological Service senior project

manager Andy.

"I’ve been an archaeologist for 20 years and usually we find bits of broken pottery."

THe 5ft 7ins-tall Mystery Warrior is believed to have been 45 when he died around 50BC in an area of farmland.

It is likely he had been fighting in the Gallic Wars against Caesar’s invading Roman army as it marched across modern France and Belgium from 58-51BC. But it is unknown why he died in North Bersted.

Brothers Charlie Hastings, eight, and Freddie Hastings, six, went to the exhibition with their parents, Louise and Jamie Hastings.

Keen historian Charlie said: "I like learning about what life was like in the past. I’m looking forward to seeing the exhibition at the museum."

THe exhibition detailing the secrets of the Iron Age Warrior, who is thought to have been a real-life Asterix resistance fighter, has now opened at THe Novium Museum in Tower Street, Chichester.

After years of conservation and scientific analysis, the artefacts are on public display for the first time.

THe ‘Mystery Warrior: THe North Bersted Man’ exhibition runs until September 26.

Find out more about the exhibition and accompanying events by visiting: thenovium. org calling 01243 775888 or emailing: thenovium@ chichester.gov.uk

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` MP in the top 100 CHICHESTER MP Gillian Keegan has been listed in the inaugural 'Women in Westminster: The 100', published in the House Magazine.

The 100 is comprised of remarkable women within the world of Westminster. The 100 women were narrowed down by a judging panel pulling together a final list of inspirational, talented women who are leading in their fields across politics and public service.

The list includes some of the 220 female members of Parliament, such as former Prime Minister Theresa May and Meg Hiller, influential chairman of the public accounts committee, as well as journalists, civil servants and activists.

Mrs Keegan said: "I feel really honoured to have been included in the Women in Westminster: The 100, which celebrates many hardworking and inspirational women.

"This list is not about individuals, but rather celebrating the valuable contribution women are making in politics. I hope seeing so many great role models who have achieved so much will inspire others to come forward and get involved in the world of politics."

Baroness Ann Jenkins recently wrote that Women in Westminster: The 100 celebrates the achievements and the valuable role women play in public life, by recognising 100 high- profile women from the world of Westminster comprised of women who are not only influential in their own field, but who possess the talent and platform to inspire the next generation to make a difference, whether in Westminster or beyond.

By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk IT was party time for a Chichester social group this month with the celebration of a first birthday.

Members of Harbour Magic, a unique social membership club gathered at The Water Tower in Graylingwell park in Chichester, for champagne, canapes and birthday cake to celebrate a year of meeting new people and making new friends.

Over 130 activities and events have already been organised by the owner, Jo Losack, in the past year.

She said: "I can’t believe it’s just a year ago since we started bringing local people together.

"The membership has grown steadily and we’ve really made the most of this lovely area where we live.

"There’s no better way of meeting new people in the area and I think the variety of activities and events is what makes Harbour Magic a success - there’s something for everyone.

"We are really spoilt for places to go and things to do in this area and we like to support local businesses. Harbour Magic offers all the usual activities like dining out, walks, and theatre trips, but we also make the most of Chichester Harbour with sailing trips, kayaking, rowing, and trips out to see the seals.

"We offer creative workshops too pottery was hugely popular -and we also have a regular monthly book group, discussion group and cinema group."

Jo said people joined for all sorts of reasons. Some members were new to the area, others are on their own and wanted to get out to meet like-minded people, and some just wanted to make the most

of their social life. The group has single people and couples and Jo said everyone was welcome.

One Harbour Magic member said: "Thanks for coming up with all these brilliant ideas for us all to enjoy. I know every one of us appreciates what you have set up here.

"I’ve never met so many lovely people and the activities and events are so well organised.

"I don’t have to think about a thing and can just enjoy myself to the full - here’s to another year of Harbour Magic."

For more information visit: harbourmagic.co.uk or telephone Jo on 07572 660239.

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Grange celebrates sixth anniversary A LEISURE centre celebrated its sixth birthday with a free family open day on Saturday.

The Grange Community and Leisure Centre in Midhurst is managed by Everyone Active, in partnership with Chichester District Council.

To celebrate six years of providing the local community with facilities to get active, the centre hosted a variety of activities for free with around 200 guests.

The fun event catered for everyone from those under five years old with Active Antz soft play sessions, to people aged 60+ with the RVT Rother Valley Together group. Other free activities included badminton and

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What’s more, visitors had a chance to win a free giveaway worth £500 and a variety of membership offers were also available on the day.

Stuart Mills, contract manager at Everyone Active, said: "We’re proud to be celebrating our sixth birthday at The Grange Community and Leisure Centre.

"Our free family fun day gave our existing members the chance to try something new and families who haven’t yet signed up got the opportunity to find an activity that suited them."

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They should be limited to less than 300 words and be submitted by 5pm on Monday to be considered for publication in that week's edition. We reserve the right to edit letters before they are published.

They should be emailed to: news@sussexpost.co.uk, posted to: Post Newspapers Ltd, 63 London Road, Bognor Regis, PO21 1DF or handed in to our office at this address.

Dear Editor,

I am sorry to see the former THomas Cook branch in East Street close. THey always gave me very good service, but after the takeover by Hays it was inevitable.

However, I regret that the Hays branch in South Street will not be getting my custom. Why ?

I am disabled and cannot get into the shop with my mobility scooter because of the steps, and the staff tell me that the council will not allow alterations to the entrance, which I find difficult to believe.

I could get into the THomas Cook premises and that is why they got my business in the first place.

Come on Hays ,and other businesses in the city with a similar problem, think of all the business you could be losing because you can't get the people with wheelchairs into your premises.

Yours Sincerely Trevor Bennett East Wittering Chichester

Dear Editor,

In Issue 200 (Friday, February 28) you ran a front-page headline saying 'Was school closure pre-decided?'

THis was in response to the discovery of a 'smoking gun' email reading "We have begun the process of consulting on the closure of Rumboldswhyke CofE infant school. THe leader of the council and the lead member are in agreement to pursue closure quickly".

When you learn that this was in spring, and the decision was only supposed to be made after the "public consultations" in the autumn, it all sounds pretty pre-decided to me.

However, last Tuesday I had the amazing experience of sitting in a room where council officers brazened it out so well that even I almost believed them. But then I shook myself out of the spell and realised they were essentially claiming "it wasn't smoking, and it probably wasn't even a gun".

I leave readers to decide.

Yours Sincerely Bill Sharp Chichester

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While we eagerly await news of local events to mark the 75th anniversary of the defeat of fascism in Europe, we are writing to ask the district and parish councils, and the organisers of these events to ensure events remember all the contributions made towards peace in Europe.

THe effort of the Western allies should not be down-played, but we must in our celebrations of Victory in Europe Day remember the main contributors towards this victory should not be forgotten.

THe Soviet Red Army which successfully turned the tide of the war with the defeat of the German Sixth Army at Stalingrad and whose effort in pushing the Nazis back into the heart of Germany at exceptional

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Both made substantial contributions to Chichester over the many years they lived in here.

Words always seem inadequate at this time. Our thoughts are with the family and close friends and share with them their loss and sadness.

As a community, we must all press for improvements to the A27 and especially the Fishbourne roundabout to prevent further tragedies which seem to be occurring all too frequently�.

Yours sincerely Cllr Richard Plowman Mayor of Chichester

cost to both military and civilians, should be remembered.

D-Day and the Western Allies' liberation of France would not have been possible if it were not for either the efforts of the Red Army on the Eastern Front nor the French Communist Resistance at the forefront of the general strike which liberated the city of Paris from a retreating German Army.

Our view of the Second World War has been coloured by a cold war bias. However, 75 years on, we call on all, regardless of your views on the politics of the USSR, to respect and value its massive and decisive role and the price paid in blood that should never be forgotten.

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Award for uni lecturer AUTHOR and University of Chichester lecturer Suzanne Joinson has been awarded a prestigious fellowship by National Life Stories at the British Library to unearth the little-known history of three Sussex artists.

Ms Joinson will research the legacies of Juliet Pannett, Ann Sutton and Barbara Mullins, all of whom have made significant contributions to the creative and artistic scene of the south of England and beyond.

THe year-long Goodison Fellowship will give her access to the British Library’s oral history collections encompassing hundreds of National Life Stories (NLS) biographical recordings, including interviews with all three women.

Ms Joinson said: "Juliet Pannett, Ann Sutton, and Barbara Mullins were not household names by any means, but they all achieved significant professional success. I believe that in quiet, unsung ways, they have each left an impressive, potentially subversive artistic legacy that resonates today.

"My aim with this fellowship is to delve deep into the archives to celebrate the unique contributions of these impressive

artists. I want to map how their individual stories and works link to a bigger cultural picture and I hope to showcase how the NLS collections are a tremendously impressive, unique resource."

Recipients of the NLS Goodison Fellowship, awarded by National Life Stories at the British Library, are given a £5,000 bursary to increase public knowledge and awareness of oral history.

Fellows receive unique access to the British Library’s oral history collections, among the largest in the world, spanning many aspects of British life, work and culture.

Senior lecturer Ms Joinson, who teaches on the University of Chichester’s creative writing BA and MA courses, is herself an award-winning writer and frequent contributor to the New York Times and Guardian.

Her novel, A Lady Cyclist's Guide to Kashgar, was named as the Observer’s book of the year and translated into 16 languages.

For more about Suzanne and the creative writing degrees she leads at the University of Chichester, visit: chi.ac.uk/ creativewriting

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Smoking in bed FIREFIGHTERS are urging residents about the dangers of smoking in bed or on comfortable furniture after a rise in the number of smoking-related fires.

Latest figures from the service show that in the last five years smoking related fires had increased by 52 per cent in the county.

Crews are now spreading the message #DontSnoozeAndSmoke in a bid to prevent further fires as a result of smoking.

Head of prevention for West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service, Nicki Peddle, said: “In addition to the health risks, smoking is a major cause of fires, particularly for those who are over 65 and living alone.

“If you know a smoker who isn’t ready to quit, and you want to help them reduce the risks, encourage them to get out of their comfortable space when they smoke if they are able to and if not to consider vaping as an alternative.”

During 2018/19 the service saw an increase particularly in Crawley, Bognor Regis and Worthing of smoking-related fires.

Other tips include: • Make sure cigarettes are completely put out • Take care not to fall asleep when smoking • Never smoke near flammable liquids or creams • If you can, try not to smoke indoors altogether • Consider buying child-resistant lighters and match boxes • Make sure you have a working smoke detector installed in your home Residents can book a free safe and well visit today, a crew will come to your home and to offer advice, and where appropriate, fire detection equipment free of charge. Visit: bit.ly/SafeAndWellWS

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` Coronavirus advice COVID-19 is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways. It's caused by a virus called coronavirus.

THe UK chief medical officers have raised the risk to the public from low to moderate.

THe symptoms of coronavirus are: • A cough • A high temperature • Shortness of breath But these symptoms do not necessarily mean you have the illness. THe symptoms are similar to other illnesses that are much more common, such as cold and flu.

How to avoid catching or spreading coronavirus: • Wash your hands with soap and water often – do this for at least 20 seconds • Always wash your hands when you get home or into work • Use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze • Put used tissues in the bin straight away and wash your hands afterwards NHS 111 has an online coronavirus service that can tell you if you need medical help and advise you what to do. You should use this service if you think you might have coronavirus, you've been to a country or area with a high risk of coronavirus in the last 14 days or you've been in close contact with someone with coronavirus.

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Pothole repairs are 'not up to standard' TEMPORARY pothole repairs in West Sussex have not been of a good enough standard over the past three months, councillors have been told.

In January, teams from Balfour Beatty dealt with 2,400 repairs but Matt Davey, the county council’s director of highways, said the firm was ‘probably not’ achieving the standards needed.

Mr Davey told a scrutiny committee meeting on THursday: “We have been in conversation with the contractor about why we’ve got to that state and what we can do about that.”

With Balfour Beatty recently awarded a new contract with the council, Mr Davey added: “We want to start on April 1 with a clear understanding between ourselves and the contractor that these are the standards we’re expecting and this is what we want to see in terms of the quality that’s delivered.”

Questions were asked about the ongoing use of temporary repairs to deal with potholes – only for those repairs to fail following rainfall or frost.

Cllr Dr James Walsh said he was ‘shocked’ when told that no substantial changes would be made to the way potholes were repaired or the materials used.

He said he knew of potholes that had been repaired more than half a dozen times but still crumbled.

THe meeting was told repair teams had been increased from eight to 12 to help deal with the ongoing problems – but Cllr Dr Walsh asked whether that was enough.

He said: “It clearly isn’t enough at the moment because the situation is actually much worse this year – and last

year was worse than the year before.

“It’s a growing problem each winter and so we’ve got to do something.”

Describing the ‘perfect’ roads seen on a recent holiday to South Africa, Cllr Dr Walsh said: “It is a scandal that we cannot keep our roads from deteriorating to THird World standards in this country.

“We’ve got to do something about it nationally, as well as in West Sussex.”

Mr Davey said the teams would deal with 35,000 repairs over the coming year and pointed out there had been ‘a significant reduction’ in the highways budget over the last ten years.

He added: “THe public’s perception is they would love everything to be fixed to a very high standard very quickly.

“It would be great if we could do that but even if I was given an unlimited budget – and I’m not – I still wouldn’t be able to guarantee that every single pothole and every single defect would be fixed to a very high standard within the timeframes that members of the public demand – and to an extent the county council demands in terms of response times.

“In a lot of cases we have no option but to accept that defects are repaired on a temporary basis in order that the highway is immediately made safe.”

Reporting more calls than ever from the public since Christmas, he acknowledged: “THe quality of the temporary repairs, certainly over the last three months, has not been to the standard that we would accept.”

Report by Karen Dunn, local democracy reporter

f Pip Turner senior and Joe Turner with silverware

Turner's crowned Britain's best pie makers yet again

By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk DELIGHTED master baker Phil Turner and his team are celebrating after being crowned king of pies again at the worldrenowned British Pie Awards.

West Sussex firm Turner's Pies saw their mouth-watering top rump steak and stilton pie scoop the supreme champion award -- which makes it the UK's favourite 'pie of pies'. THe business also collected a clutch of other gongs.

Phil, managing director of Turner's Pies, has been forced to draft in extra staff to cope with the huge demand following the unparalleled success at the event in Melton Mowbray last week that saw them beat off stiff competition from 160 producers with almost 900 entries.

THrilled Phil, who heads up four stores throughout West Sussex, including Chichester and Bognor Regis, said: "It's an unbelievable honour and we are

absolutely ecstatic at being recognised for creating the best pie in the land. We knew the pie we submitted was special and thought it had a very real chance of winning -- but to actually walk off with the title is fitting for all the hard work the team here put in to excelling every day.

"And of course, our continued success and popularity means there is even more demand for our products. THe shops are busier than ever but what is so encouraging for us is that our pies by post service means we can serve people from all over the country.

"We've brought in more staff to help with the workload with our piesbypost. com website inundated with orders. We deliver the freshly baked pies, nationwide, directly to the customer's door with pies by post. Since winning, we've had orders from everywhere from Preston to Penzance and from Falkirk to Faversham!"

Chief judge Colin Woodhead hailed

the pie for its appearance and crimping on the edge and golden bake. He said: “THe pastry had an even thickness, with a crunchy rich texture. THe filling was well balanced between meat and cheese which gave a subtle taste and the meat, though tender, still having bite. Overall, a cracking pie!”

Dr Matthew O’Callaghan, British Pie Awards organiser, said: “Turner’s of Sussex certainly know how to make an excellent pie. THey won supreme champion in 2018 with their steak and ale pie and now they’ve done it again, but this time with Stilton cheese. Cheese in pies was a winning formula this year, appearing in five winning classes.

“Besides winning the supreme champion or ‘pie of pies’ title, Turner’s also won three highly commended awards, three golds, four silvers and two bronzes. With their record, they are indisputably Britain’s best pie maker.”

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Celebrating women's day at city business

By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A CHICHESTER business has celebrated International Women's Day by reflecting on the success of the all women team.

In 1997, Jill Hembling and Kirsten Burke set up their business - built on their love of modern calligraphy.

THe Modern Calligraphy Company in Birdham has now been running for 20 years, and the duo have sold more than ten million greeting cards, created largescale public artworks, written five books and run thousands of calligraphy events for leading brands.

"I hope we’ve helped inspire others to pick up a pen or a brush and to fall in love with calligraphy," said Kirsten.

"In a fast pace world, this ancient skill, reinvented for today’s generation, has never been more popular and I feel proud and lucky to be part of this exciting and thriving industry."

Managing director Jill, known as 'the boss', has a vast and varied business management background. She has used this knowledge to build and grow the brand. It is her energy, drive and enthusiasm that ensures that every job is met with the highest level of skill, efficiency and professionalism.

Kirsten is a world renowned calligraphic artist. She aims to inspire beginners, enthusiasts and professionals alike. Her calligraphic art has appeared in museums, theatres and in film around the world.

THe dedicated team at THe Modern Calligraphy Co manage over 50 calligraphers nationwide. THey provide calligraphy for branding, sampling, merchandising and live event work alongside beautiful commissioned artworks for corporate and private clients.

Maisie Minett runs the modern calligraphy workshops, as well as training and supporting all the workshop ambassadors.

With her background in creative writing, Jess Hunter is a key part of the team and assistant to Jill. She helps to write many articles, books and press releases on calligraphy as well as updating the website and running bookings for the workshops.

Originally a fashion designer, Amanda Terry looks after the online side of the business - busy answering queries and packing up purchases.

Reports suggest that calligraphy can benefit emotional health. Being creative can help relieve stress and frees up 'mind space'.

For every stroke you make, you stay focused in body and mind, a state that nurtures the spirit.

It is also said that by practising calligraphy, you will gain patience and sharpen your mind.

Staff member Tascha Relf liaises between clients and the calligraphers that are working their live events. Her background in PR and customer services has come in useful as she ensures every

brief is met.

Last but not least, Julie Llewelyn loves a spreadsheet. She has been with the company since they relocated to the south coast. Her background in shipping means she loves looking after accounts, invoicing, and making a list.

Calligraphy is said to have been a popular hobby of Meghan Markle.

THe Duchess of Sussex, who visited Chichester in October, 2018, is known to be a skilled calligrapher. She apparently picked up the hobby during handwriting classes in Catholic school, and also did calligraphy to support her early acting career.

Jill said: "Supporting International Women's Day is really important to us, as we really are a company built on the passion and strength of women.

"We run live events for luxury brands, all over the company and the majority of our calligraphers are working mums as they are able to pick and choose the events that fit in with their own personal circumstances.

"THese types of roles didn’t exist when we set up 20 years ago. When I think about where we started and how the companies developed over the years, I feel really proud of what this amazing team of women have helped Kirsten and I achieve for THe Modern Calligraphy Co." For more information on the business or to book a class, visit: themoderncalligraphyco.com or call: 01243 512845.

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March 13-19

PARASITE, making Oscars history as first foreign language best picture winner and gathering three other Oscars, has also won 150+ awards around the world. South Korean director Bong Joon Ho fuses home-invasion thrills with a searing critique of social inequality in this riproaring unmissable con-family comedy. The warfare between the haves and the have-nots is kicked off with the dirt-poor Kim family son who obtains a job as tutor to the son of the rich Park family under false pretences, the first step to install the entire Kim clan into their household. Expect terrific performances and the shifting tone of the class divide.

Sorry We Missed You is Ken Loach’s modernday societal look at the gig economy foisted on workers who include Ricky, a delivery driver and his wife Debbie, a carer, and if they can avoid getting into debt. Loach, buzzing from the past success of I, Daniel Blake, is having the time of his life. Don't miss this. You'll be sorry if you do.

Back by popular demand is The Two Popes, starring Jonathan Pryce and Anthony Hopkins as popes Benedict and Francis forging a new path for the Catholic church, and Harriet, the extraordinary story of slavery and transformation

by Harriet Tubman into one of America’s greatest unsung heroes on a mission.

This week’s quirkily rattling-good film, Little Joe, will grip you with its genetics-manipulation, and can also be classed as sci-fi, horror, thriller and even comedy. It follows Alice, a single mother who works on a very special red plant and takes one home. Think outsized growth.

Speeding along the streets of Mexico City late at night in Midnight Family, the Ochoa family’s vehicle races towards an injured local while weaving through lines of traffic. But it isn’t just

the clock they are trying to beat in a city where nine million inhabitants have access to less than 45 emergency ambulances. In this powerful documentary, the Ochoas are just another private ambulance in a desperate bid to be the first 'medics' on the scene.

End of Century is a sexy, beguiling reflection on love and the endless possibilities that flow from meaningful connections in Barcelona between Ocho, a 30-something poet and Javi.

The Performance Events this week: Die Fliegende Hollander (Met encore, Mar 15) and Fidelio (ROH Live, Mar 17).

Chichester Cinema at New Park, New Park Road, Chichester PO19 7XY Box office: 01243 786650 www.chichestercinema.org

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Misbehaviour

Comedy, Drama, History Screened at Picturedrome Cinema IN 1970, the Miss World competition took place in London, hosted by US comedy legend Bob Hope. At the time, Miss World was the most-watched TV show on the planet with over one-hundred-million viewers. Claiming that beauty competitions demeaned women, the newly-formed Women's Liberation Movement achieved overnight fame by invading the stage and disrupting the live broadcast of the competition.

Not only that, when the show resumed, the result caused uproar: the winner was not the Swedish favourite but Miss Grenada, the first black woman to be crowned Miss World. In a matter of hours, a global audience had witnessed the patriarchy driven from the stage, and the western ideal of beauty turned on its head.

The film is directed by BAFTA-winner Philippa Lowthorpe (Three Girls) and stars Keira Knightley, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Jessie Buckley, Greg Kinnear, Lesley Manville, Keeley Hawes, Rhys Ifans and Phyllis Logan.

Bloodshot

Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller Screened at Picturedrome Cinema BASED on the bestselling comic book, Vin Diesel stars as Ray Garrison, a soldier recently killed in action and brought back to life by the RST corporation. Resurrected as the superhero Bloodshot and reanimated by the army of nanotech pumping through his veins, Ray is reborn as an unstoppable force – stronger than ever and able to heal himself instantly. But in controlling his body, the suspicious corporation has sway over his mind and memories. Now, Ray doesn't know what's real and what's not – but he's on a mission to find out.

Thrown into a spiral of manipulated dreams, Garrison is sent out to track down the man who killed his wife…again, and again, and again. But when this army of one awakens to the truth that he's been weaponised against his will, he begins to fight back and seeks revenge against those who gave him new life. Fuelled by the lies of an evil corporation, watch as Bloodshot uncovers the truth about his new masters, while maybe learning about his true self along the way. Vin Diesel leads a strong ensemble cast that includes Guy Pearce, Toby Kebbell, Eiza Gonzalez and Sam Heughan.

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Onward

Animation, Adventure, Fantasy Screened at Picturedrome Cinema

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SET IN a suburban fantasy world, Disney and Pixar’s Onward introduces two teenage elf brothers, Ian and Barley Lightfoot, who embark on an extraordinary quest to discover if there is still a little magic left out there.

On Ian’s 16th birthday, he and his older brother, Barley, receive a wizard’s staff bequeathed to them by their late father with instructions for a visitation spell that will bring their dad back to life for 24 hours.

But when the spell to bring their dad back from the dead fails and they only resurrect his legs, the two brothers must embark on an adventure with their dad’s bottom half to find a source of magic to complete the spell.

Having proven their charm and comradery in Marvel’s sweeping cinematic universe, Tom Holland and Chris Pratt team up to lend their vocal talents to Disney and Pixar’s vibrant world of magic and mystery.

Directed by Dan Scanlon and produced by Kori Raethe – the team behind Monsters University – Pixar Animation’s all-new original feature also features the voice of Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Ian and Barley’s mum, Laurel Lightfoot, and Octavia Spencer as the voice of the legendary Manticore.

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A Quiet Place: Part II

ONWARD (U)

Horror, Thriller Screened at Picturedrome Cinema

FOLLOWING the deadly events at home, the Abbott family must now face the terrors of the outside world as they continue their fight for survival in silence. Forced to venture into the unknown, they quickly realise that the creatures that hunt by sound are not the only threats that lurk beyond the sand path. Despite their tireless efforts to build a silent retreat in the country and keep their young family safe, Lee (John Krasinski), Evelyn (Emily Blunt), and their two children (Millicent Simmonds and Noah Jupe) were forced to confront the terrifying predators known as the Death Angels during the film's finale.

While this breathtaking battle revealed a weakness in the seemingly impenetrable armour of Earth's new apex predators, that vital information came at a devastating cost. With Lee gone and their once-peaceful retreat in ruins, Evelyn and her children are forced to return to the world from

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which they fled.

However, what awaits them offers little respite.

This claustrophobic and nail-biting sequel journeys back to the first destructive days of the alien invasion, while also revealing the true toll upon those who managed to stay alive. Cillian Murphy and Djimon Hounsou join the fight for survival as the ravaged communities living in the shadows are revealed.

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events

MUSIC & MEMORIES

AERIAL ADVENTURE

Friday, March 13, 2pm-4pm Regis Centre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1BL Entry: £3. Hosted by Home Instead. All welcome.

Saturday, March 14, 6pm-9.30pm Regis Gymnastics, 16A Durban Road, Bognor Regis PO22 9QT Cost: £25. Book by calling 07792 148020.

MURDER MYSTERY EVENING

Saturday, March 14, 7.30pm-11.30pm Bognor Regis Town Football Club, Nyewood Lane, Bognor Regis PO21 2TY Tickets: £11.37 at: eventbrite.com in aid of St Wilfrid's Hospice

Friday, March 13, 8pm-11pm Arundel Jailhouse, The Undercroft, Town Hall, Maltravers Street, Arundel BN18 9AP Tickets: £29.50. Book at: arundeljailhouse. co.uk

70s/80s THEMED FUNDRAISER

EXPLORING HERBS

Saturday March 14, 10am-4pm.

Bognor Regis Library, London Road PO21 1DE Free. Drop-in, all ages, everyone welcome

ST LEODEGARS CHURCH CRAFT FAIR

Saturday, March 14, 10.30am-3pm North Mundham Village Hall, School Lane, North Mundham PO20 1LA

EAST WITTERING CRAFT FAIR

Saturday, March 14, 10am-3pm East Wittering Village Hall, St Annes Way, Church Road, East Wittering PO20 8PS Free entry.

CRAFTY PINT MARKET

Saturday, March 14, 11am-4pm The Royal British Legion, 20 Hewarts Lane, Bognor Regis

SPRING BIRD BEHAVIOUR WALKS

Saturday, March 14 & Sunday, March 15, 11.30am or 2.30pm Arundel Wetland Centre, Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PB Entry: adult £13.30, child £7.15.

ST PATRICK'S RACEDAY

Saturday, March 14, 1.40pm-5.10pm Fontwell Park Racecourse, Arundel Road, Fontwell BN18 0SY Entry: adults from £20, accompanied under-18s free.

SPRING SHOW

Saturday, March 14, 2pm-4.30pm St Mary's Centre, Grassmere Close, Felpham PO22 7NU Organised by Felpham & Middleton Horticultural Society. Traditional show plus stalls, all welcome to exhibit and visit.

APULSTOCK PARTY NIGHT

Saturday, March 14, 6pm-9pm Barnham Community Hall, Yapton Road, Barnham PO22 0AY. Entry: free.

talks

exhibitions

Friday, March 13, 7.45pm Chichester Jazz Club, Pallant Suite, 7 South Pallant, Chichester PO19 1SY Tickets: £15 at: thenovium.org or The Novium, Tower Street, Chichester, call 01243 775888.

Monday, March 16, 7.30pm Arundel Museum BN18 9PA Entry £8. Book at: arundelmuseum.org

Until September 26, 10am-5pm, except Sundays.

The Novium, Tower Street, Chichester PO19 1QH Entry: free, donations welcome.

FREDDIE GAVITA QUINTET

Wednesday, March 18, 6.30pm-8.30pm Luckes Cafe, 69 North Street, Chichester PO19 1LP Entry: £15. With herbalist Steve Taylor, all welcome.

MAKING YOUR MARK - UKELELE SESSIONS

Tuesday, March 17 & 18, 10.30am The Selsey Club, Coxes Road, Selsey PO Free entry. Call 07751 594285.

BREW FOR THE FEW

Wednesday, March 18, 10.30am-12.30pm RAFA, 19 Waterloo Square, Bognor Regis PO21 1SU

shows

CHOIRFEST 2020

Saturday, March 14, 7.30pm, Sunday, March 15, 2.30pm Alexandra Theatre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1BL Tickets: £8 at: alexandratheatre.co.uk or 01243 861010.

Saturday, March 14, 7.30pm Chichester Golf Club, Hunston PO20 1AX Entry: £10 at: chichestergolf.com

gigs

MYSTERY WARRIOR: THE NORTH BERSTED MAN

THE LUCKY JACKS

DEREK NASH - SAXOPHONIST

Friday, March 13, 8.30pm La Havana Bar, 3 Little London, Chichester PO19 1PH Entry: £12.

WAYNE WOODWARD

Saturday, March 14, 8.30pm-11.30pm The Bear Inn, 237 Pagham Road, Pagham PO21 3QB Free entry but tickets must be booked at venue.

films

ROYAL OPERA HOUSE - FIDELIO LIVE

Tuesday, March 17, 7.15pm Picturedrome, 51 Canada Grove, Bognor Regis PO21 1DW Tickets: £15.

HYPERDRIVE - IRON TYGER GALA CONCERT

Saturday, March 14, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms, North Street, Chichester PO19 1NH Tickets: £20 at: thenovium.org or call 01243 775888.

AMANDA COOK - GUITAR

Saturday, March 14, 7.30pm Recital Hall, 46 Sudley Road, Bognor Regis PO21 1ER Tickets: £15 at: westsussex.org

HAYDN'S THE CREATION SANDGATE SINGERS

Saturday, March 14, 7.30pm Arundel Cathedral, London Road, Arundel BN18 9AY Tickets: £20, in aid of Love Your Hospital.

SWEENEY TODD

Saturday, March 14, 9pm The Hothampton Arms, 49-51 London Road, Bognor Regis PO21 1PR

80s NIGHT

Saturday, March 14, 8pm The QE2, 3 The Steyne, Bognor Regis PO21 1TX

OFFICIAL SECRETS

Thursday, March 19, 7.30pm Town Hall, High Street, Selsey PO20 0RB Entry: £5

JOE BUTT

Sunday, March 15, 3pm The Seal, 3 Hillfield Road, Selsey PO20 0JX

comedy

COMEDY HYPNOSIS SHOW WITH ADAM NIGHT

CUNARD HISTORY & GLAMOROUS STARS - STEVE HERRA

Friday, March 13, 9pm The Southdowns, 133 Felpham Way, Bognor Regis PO22 8QJ

WEDDING & EVENTS FAYRE

Sunday, March 15, 10am-4pm Jubilee Hall, Elmer Road, Middleton-onSea PO22 6EH. Free entry.

GAMES AT THE LIBRARY

music

ELVIS TRIBUTE LIVE

Sunday, March 15, 4pm The QE2, 3 The Steyne, Bognor Regis PO21 1TX

LA FOLIE CONSORT SPRING CONCERT

Sunday, March 15, 4.30pm Boxgrove Priory, Boxgrove PO18 0EE Tickets: £15.

KASSIA TRIO

Tuesday, March 17, 1.10pm Chichester Cathedral, West Stret, Chichester PO19 1PX Free entry.

BRENT HUTCHINSON

Sunday, March 15, 5pm The Hothampton Arms, 49-51 London Road, Bognor Regis PO21 1PR

ONE 4 THE ROAD TRIO

Sunday, March 15, 5pm The Lion, Nyetimber Lane, Pagham PO21 3JX

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WE ARE at that moment when there is something new blooming every day. Here ove, Bognor at Denmans Gardens, the former home of John Brookes, and renowned landscape designer, the camellias are out, anemones are up and magnolias are bursting into bloom. Pots of primroses and nascent tulips near the tea rooms herald the end of winter.

In this four-acre garden, just off the A27 near the Fontwell roundabout, bird song fills the air and ducks are looking for their nesting grounds. THe fragrance of sweet box and daphnes is literally breathtaking and the osmanthis (two species) is just starting to add its perfume near the walled

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THe Lady Banks rose is budding in the conservatory where the pelargoniums and a myriad of other flowers have been blooming all winter, offering a haven from the chilly breeze.

THis year we’ve also had the extraordinary pleasure of discovering a host of bulbs in places we didn’t plant them and where we have never seen them before. It’s like magic.

It’s not really magic though - the bulbs, predominantly snowdrops and leucojum, have been here for years – decades, really.

Joyce Robinson, who started the garden and lived here for 50 years, a brilliant selftaught horticulturist, loved snowdrops and planted them generously along with other bulbs that are now blooming for the first time in years.

As we have been renovating the garden since 2017, systematically cutting back long-overgrown shrubs and clearing endless colonies of weeds, these intrepid bulbs have begun once again to poke up in places Mrs J. H planted them. Despite being hidden by overgrown trees and bushes, they have endured amazingly.

Last year we saw roses that we had never seen bloom before and that we didn’t know about. Last month we discovered a climbing rose lying prostrate under other shrubs. It has been staked and we look forward to seeing it bloom, too.

Denmans has a broad range of unusual plants that are planted to contrast with each other and to work with the curving, bold lines that John Brookes laid out during his 36 years here. As we renovate, revealing those lines and the sensational structure of the garden, we take pleasure from each new horticultural discovery and greedily search for others – a reward for the painstaking work of restoring this unique and tranquil garden to its former beauty.

And so, despite the endless rain of the past few months, spring has arrived at Denmans Garden.

THere are tables outside in the courtyard for those who want to enjoy their delicious lunch in the fresh air and the plant centre is filled with lovely pots, small statuary and, of course, plants.

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Riverdance Friday, March 20, 7.30pm, Saturday, March 21, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sunday, March 22, 2.30pm Guildhall, Portsmouth PO1 2AB Tickets: portsmouthguildhall.org.uk TWENTY five years after Riverdance first burst on unsuspecting audiences as a seven-minute interval performance in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1994, it's been reinvented for a major tour.

THis powerful and stirring reflection of traditional music and dance with a modern twist has become a beloved family favourite, celebrated the world over for its Grammy award-winning music and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international

dance.

Composer Bill Whelan has re-recorded his mesmerising soundtrack while producer Moya Doherty and director John McColgan have completely reimagined the groundbreaking show with innovative and spectacular lighting, projection, stage and costume designs.

THe 25th anniversary show catapults Riverdance into the 21st century and will completely immerse the audience in the extraordinary and elemental power of its music and dance. Both new and devoted fans of all ages will once again fall in love with the magic of Riverdance – the original, the best.

THere will be four performances on the main stage at Portsmouth Guildhall, with ticket prices ranging from £44 to £61.

Double cash boost gives festival extra £5,000 DELIGHTED organisers of the Southdowns Folk Festival, now in its eighth successful year, have warmly welcomed a financial boost of £1,500 from the Bognor Regis BID (Business Improvement District) and £3,500 from the nationally-based Joe Strummer Foundation.

THe additional money from the BID will be used to fund the festival`s dance programme plus the Big Seaside Sing and, new for 2020, the Shanty Showdown.

BID chairman Jason Passingham said: "We do not give out loads of grants, but our support for the festival is based on its proven track record in attracting people into the town centre and creating a great atmosphere that people can enjoy and take part in if they wish in a relaxed and safe environment.

"THe festival really does reach out and involve the whole town and brings a lot of new people to Bognor Regis which all has a very positive impact for local shops, hotels, pubs and other businesses."

Money from the Joe Strummer Foundation will go towards getting even more people involved in music through the platform of the festival as well as extending the life of one of its outreach projects, Making Your Mark, which has been running since June, 2018, with the aim of combating social isolation by learning and playing the ukulele.

Simon Goodale, representing the Joe Strummer Foundation, said: "THe

Classic musical of gamblers and missionary Guys and Dolls Friday, March 20, 7.30pm, Saturday, March 21, 2.30pm & 7.30pm Alexandra Theatre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1BL Tickets: alexandratheatre.co.uk or call 01243 861010 PROMISING to not just put spring in your step but put spring in your stride, the classic musical Guys and Dolls is coming to Bognor Regis.

Industrial museum background for modern sculptures foundation is all about empowering people through music and the Southdowns Folk Festival and the ongoing Making Your Mark project have shown how this can be successfully achieved. We want to build on this success and get even more people from a whole variety of backgrounds and ages into and enjoying music, improving their skills and confidence thereby creating more positivity and a 'can-do' frame of mind."

Festival chairman Roger Nash added: "We are really grateful to the Bognor Regis BID and the Joe Strummer Foundation for their valued financial backing. THis will enable us to improve and expand the September event as well as giving us a firmer financial footing to continue our musical outreach projects plus helping create an even more positive image for Bognor Regis."

THe Southdowns Folk Festival takes place from THursday, September 17, to the Sunday, in and around Bognor Regis town centre and seafront. It incorporates the Southdowns Ukulele Festival and, new for 2020, the Southdowns Americana Festival.

THere`s more information on all of this at: southdownsfolkfest.co.uk

AMBERLEY Museum is known for its vast collection of industrial heritage objects, reflecting on how our ancestors earned a living in times past, either with their hands or machinery.

In complete contrast, a contemporary sculpture trail for visitors to follow and view the works in a natural outdoor setting has been opened.

Called Transformation and Change, the assembled group of more than 40 modern sculptures will be exhibited throughout the former chalk quarry and lime works in the South Downs National Park. Carefully chosen works have appeared across the 36-acre site, in stark contrast to the museum’s nostalgic industrial backdrop.

Featured artists from across the south of England, who have contributed include Simon Probyn, Kay Singla, Lester Korzilius, Paul Harvey, Ian Marlow, Michael Joseph, Will Spankie, Emma Nicole Straw, Cherie Lubbock, Cliff Palmer and Sarah Blunden.

THe trail can be seen from March 14 to June 28, during the museum's usual winter opening hours of 10am until 4.30pm, Wednesday to Sunday.

Other regular attractions at the museum, which is next to Amberley railway station, include a nature trail and the opportunity for rides on trains and vintage buses as well as the range of exhibit buildings covering topics such as electricity, printing, telecommunications and the cement works.

Special events are held throughout the year and start with Mothers Day on March 22 and a James Bond weekend on March 28 and 29.

For further information, visit the website at: amberleymuseum.co.uk

Frank Loesser’s Tony award-winning 1950 musical ,about high-stakes gamblers Nathan Detroit and Sky Masterson bringing the righteous Save-aSoul missionary Sergeant Sarah Brown into their glamorously seedy world, will be staged by the University of Chichester's Triple THreat THeatre Company.

With one of the country’s leading conservatories of young talent, supported by a professional production team and a West End live band, audiences can look forward to another sparkling show from the team which brought '9 to 5' to the Alexandra THeatre last year.

Directed by Karen Howard, with Damien Delaney’s exuberant choreography, Brady Mould’s rich, expansive sound and Ryan Laight’s stunning design, the company offers an energetic take on the popular musical, which includes the show-stoppers "Sit Down You're Rockin' the Boat" and "Luck Be a Lady Tonight".

Adult tickets for Guys and Dolls cost £14 with concessions at £12 and students at £8.

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Whether your garden is a quarter of an acre of grass, an enclosed square of paving and containers or something in between, Brick Kiln Garden Centre has everything to help you get the most pleasure from your special piece of land - and all under one roof.

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THe same level of customer commitment continues inside the garden centre where all types of accessories are on display but customers' eyes are bound to be drawn to the new furniture area with the latest styles and great prices.

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If the water in your garden includes a fish pond, again all the accessories you need, including food and cleaning equipment are available in store and our four-legged friends are well catered for with a wide range for pets plus feeders so you can encourage wild birds to join you in your garden.

THere's so much to browse and buy in this comprehensive garden centre, you'll be glad of a sit-down and refreshments at the airy indoor restaurant, which is open seen days a week. At popular times it's advisable to book, especially when there is live music performed on the stage - donations from these events support a number of charities - and it's dog-friendly, too.

Be prepared for a summer of sunshine and pleasure in your garden with a spring visit to Brick Kiln.

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By David Rigglesford, president of the Rotary Club of Chichester ONE OF the areas in which Rotary is very active is that of service for the benefit of young people. I have written in earlier columns about our club’s support for the Chichester Boys’ Club, which we established in 1922. But there are also many national Rotary programmes which are focused on young people.

THere is a long list of competitions for young people, aimed at providing a platform for them to develop and demonstrate their talents in a variety of fields. THere are competitions for young chef, young musician, young photographer, young artist, and several others, many of which are supported by local Rotary clubs.

Our club has been a good supporter of the Youth Speaks competition for many years. Working in teams of three, local schools are invited to participate in this competition which allows team members to practise their public speaking and debating skills, as well as taking questions from skilled speakers. THere are four stages to the competition – local heats, a district competition, regional finals, and a national final. Winning teams from each stage move on to the next level.

THere are competitions for teams at intermediate (11-13 years) and senior (14-17 years) levels, and a team from St Philip Howard School in Barnham, having won the senior heat last autumn, has now progressed to the regional finals.

As well as competitions, there are other youth programmes. For example, there is an annual technology tournament to inspire young scientists and engineers, Rotary Youth Exchange, which offers opportunities to develop confidence and language skills through experience of other cultures, and Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA), a leadership development programme. THis year, our club has sponsored a young student from Bishop Luffa School to attend a week-long RYLA activity programme as part of this scheme.

In Chichester, each year we run a poetry competition for children in three age groups – five to seven, eight to 11, and 12 to 15 years – inviting children to submit poems on a designated theme. THis year’s topic is trees. THe final date for entries is March 21, with prizes being awarded at a ceremony in Chichester in April. More information can be found at: rotarypoetry.info Our objectives with all these activities are to encourage young people to develop their skills and talents. We don’t always get to see the end product of our endeavours, but we had a rare opportunity to do just this in our club very recently. A young music student at the University of Chichester came to our club to talk about the work of the recently formed Chichester Rotaract Club, of which she is one of the leaders. Rotaract aims to develop professional and leadership skills for young people across the world, and is open to members from 18 to 30 years of age.

THe student who spoke to our club had first become aware of the Rotary family when she was entered into a Youth Speaks competition in her home area of Cornwall at the age of 11. She is certainly a shining example of the benefits of involvement in Rotary activities, giving us a polished and enthusiastic overview of her Rotaract club.

People of all ages are now able to engage with Rotary. As well as Rotary clubs all over the world with membership exceeding 1.2 million people, we also have Rotaract for young adults, Interact for those aged 12 to 18, and there are even RotaKids clubs for 7 to 12year olds. THroughout the Rotary family, there are many wonderful people who will ensure that the good work that we do continues for future generations.

A GRANT from Chichester City Council and the skills of a local music shop owner have helped a cadet group with their musical instruments.

461 Chichester Air Cadets have six refurbished snare drums thanks to the skills of Mike Bosley at Mikes Music Workshop in Bognor Regis.

THese drums were originally made in the 1970s by Premier Olympic in Leicester and were specifically made this size for use by the Cadet forces.

Mike said: "It was a pleasure to restore these drums- they are really well made with

FIVE years ago Fishbourne launched its first day-long book festival and called it ‘Fishbourne Loves Books’.

THis event has grown into the current literary festival as it became a popular annual event, with free entry to a massive book sale, and daylong refreshments..

THis year, the festival has been extended to a weekend. THere will be ten talks by authors, starting off with Kate Mosse, the festival’s patron, whose novel, set in Fishbourne, the Taxidermist’s Daughter, is being dramatised this summer at the Chichester

proper British workmanshipthough if you were to look for modern replica it would be almost impossible to find."

461 are expanding their band with some talented new recruits and will be playing at several local events this spring in order to raise money for further new instruments.

Chichester Air cadets meet twice weekly throughout the year at THe Keep in Broyle Road, and welcome all young people aged 12-18 who have an interest in aviation. Visit their website 461aircadets. co.uk for more information.

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Among authors also appearing are Nicci French, Paul Kerensa and Deborah Moggach.

THe festival runs from 9.30am to 4.30pm on Saturday, March 28 and 29 at Fishbourne Church and its modern hall, St Peter’s Place.

THis year, proceeds will be shared between Fishbourne Church and THe Sussex Snowdrop Trust.

For more information, details of all the authors’ talks and to book tickets visit: fishbournelovesbooks.com Alternatively, call 07718 512860.

LOVERS of poetry are invited to join Brighton writer Naomi Foyle at the launch of the 2020 South Downs Poetry Festival at Chichester Library on THursday, March 26, starting at 7.30pm.

Naomi is a British-Canadian poet, novelist and essayist. Her many poetry publications include THe Night Pavilion, which came to national attention with a Poetry Book Society recommendation, and her very latest collection, Adamantine.

Spokesman for the event, Barry Smith, said: "THe vibrant South Downs Poetry Festival will be visiting venues all across the South Downs in the coming months.

"We’ve a fantastic line-up of great poets in store. We’re particularly delighted to welcome Naomi to kick off the new season in Chichester, especially as she is a teacher of creative writing at the University.

"She is also the author of five science fiction/fantasy novels with an ecological twist, which began with Seoul Survivors in 2013 and culminated recently with the publication of Stained Light.

"Naomi is in demand as a performer of her work nationally and internationally, having read at literary gatherings in the UK, Ireland, Canada, America, Europe and Iraq.

"What people may not know about Naomi, is that as well as being a writer, teacher and editor for Waterloo Press, she is also a professional tarot card reader."

THe library evening also features live music from Linda KelsallBarnett on classical guitar. In the open mic poetry section, local poets are welcome to share their latest poems on any subject and in any style – a huge variety is guaranteed.

Audiences are promised a stimulating mix of words and music, with a complimentary glass of wine in the interval. Readers and listeners equally welcome.

THe event is jointly organised by Chichester Library and SDPF. Tickets, at £7.50 (to include a glass of wine), are available from Chichester Library, Tower Street, PO19 1QJ, or by calling: 01243 777351.

For more information on the South Downs Poetry Festival, visit: sdpf.org.uk

A MULTI-AWARD-WINNING Chichester business decided to help promote the importance of kindness by devoting a day to raising money for a mental health charity.

Last month, Q Hair and Beauty’s salon in North Street, Chichester, held a cake sale and collected donations from guests and the team throughout the day for THe Samaritans, as well as raising awareness of the Be Kind culture.

THe same drive to give the charity a boost took place in the Q sister salons at Donnington and Midhurst.

“I personally feel very strongly about protecting our own team from the challenges of Facebook and Instagram,” said Q managing director Dawn Lawrence Grant.

“Social media isn’t going anywhere and we can’t stop it, in fact as a business we need it. But cyber bullying is sadly becoming a by-product of the benefit the social media revolution has brought us.

“How can we protect our team and ourselves from it? I don’t have any of the answers except to say we are aware of it, we are not ignorant of it, we educate to prevent, we educate to provide support - what we can’t educate is how to be kind.

“Fortunately, although social media and our business thrive and depend on image-conscious guests, we also naturally breed kindness in our culture at Q. "Kindness is rewarded, celebrated and encouraged amongst our team and we are proud to be doing our bit in raising money for THe Samaritans.”

For more information visit: qhairandbeauty.co.uk

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Tips to help to protect against corona virus www.denisekelly.co.uk Tel: 07730671436 Email: denise@ thewellbeingcompanyltd.com EVERY day, the news spreads about the dangers of corona virus. I can’t help wondering if the fear is as bad as the virus itself.

You have to remember that for the majority of healthy people, it should be no problem to shake off. I have written about our immune systems so many times over the last few months in connection with this virus, and, honestly, my biggest advice right now is to keep yourself as strong as possible.

THe obvious thing you can do is to stay calm. It’s not just about the food that goes into the body, although that is an essential part of keeping the immune system strong. Meditation for just five minutes per day helps to keep you grounded and reduces cortisol in the body. Make sleep a priority as rest allows your body to rebalance overnight. Exercise in the fresh air, as getting enough daylight is a great immune boost, and feed your soul with nourishing whole foods.

I have chosen four specific superfoods that I think will be helpful for you to add into your daily regime to keep your body fully functioning. THink of these superfoods as your insurance policy!

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2. Pea Protein Powder - Protein is such an important nutrient to support the body, but most of our sources aren’t always the best. Meat and eggs come with saturated fats, extra calories, and cholesterol. Plus, animal products can be pretty hard on the kidneys.

THey can also cause issues, and have been known to cause bloating, gas, and other digestive disturbance. Soy is an allergen and contains estrogenmimicking compounds that can mess with hormones. Even a slight change in hormones can cause problems in the body. Pea protein is a high-quality protein and a great source of iron, which is essential to keep the body healthy. It can aid muscle growth; help protect heart health and gives the body extra strength. Take two teaspoons per day for a maintenance dose.

3. Maca - THis root is a nutrient powerhouse! It is high in protein, fiber, vitamin C, copper, iron, potassium, B6, and manganese. Maca is also a good source of riboflavin and niacin. THe amino acids profile in maca may be behind the exceptional health benefits. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, and every cell in the body needs them. Maca also contains adaptogens which help the body respond better to stress and illness while they gently restore balance. Where the caffeine in coffee boosts energy and stress the adrenal glands, the nutrients in Maca boost energy and support the adrenals!

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regulating cortisol, which is our major stress hormone. Take one to two teaspoons per day for a maintenance dose.

4. Turmeric – containing powerful antiinflammatory compounds and antioxidants that help to fight free radicals in your body, this is an essential herb when it comes to protecting your immunity. When we are bombarded with invaders (germs, viruses, bacteria, etc) it can cause damaging oxidative stress to healthy cells. Your immune system works hard to protect you from excess free radicals with the help of antioxidants. THat’s where turmeric can help. As a dietary supplement, turmeric curcumin can support your immune

function by supplying you with a healthy dose of powerful antioxidants. You could also add a little black pepper to the mix as it is said to help absorption of turmeric. Have two to three teaspoons per day for health protection.

All these products can be obtained from my website, or any good health store. I believe in supplying the best quality products for all my clients and keeping prices as low as possible so everyone can afford them.

Orders will be with you within two working days. I would suggest ordering either 250g bags or 500g of powder. THis supply will last you roughly three months and help to keep you nutritionally rich.

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Event Fundraisers and Box Collectors (Bognor Area) – RNLI The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea; they provide, on call, a 24-hour lifeboat search and rescue service and a seasonal lifeguard service. They are looking for volunteers to help with events for fundraising. This is totally flexible and may be bucket collections, helping with fairs or RNLI box collections; perhaps involvement with events at the Lifeboat Station or Town parades and special events. Either occasional or regular commitment is totally acceptable. They are also looking for Box Collector Volunteers who will be responsible for 10 to 12 RNLI store boxes personally, regularly emptying the boxes when full of change and providing receipts to the box location owner/manager.

They may have up to 30 if they wish and will liaise with the Treasurer and possibly some Committee Members or other Box Volunteers. You must be over 18 for these roles, and be reliable, trustworthy and keen to help.

Sunday Drivers – Leonard Cheshire Disability Leonard Cheshire Disability provides services in support of disabled people in the widest context: care at home, supported living, domiciliary support, day services, rehabilitation and respite care.

Could you utilise your skills and assist someone to achieve their ambition to socialise and go to church? The disabled people they support at St Bridget’s face challenges in accessing leisure and social activities in their local community. By becoming a volunteer driver, you could make all the difference to someone’s life. They are looking for someone to commit to once a month, ideally, more often if possible. Length of the church service will vary - average 2 hours.

Coordinator for a local/countywide support group – PMRGCAuk The charity, PMRGCAuk, mainly through support groups, helps sufferers of the autoimmune conditions Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) and Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Polymyalgia Rheumatica causes inflammation of the large muscles resulting in increasing pain and stiffness, only controlled by long term use of steroids. Giant Cell Arteritis causes inflammation of the temporal head arteries which can cause blindness if not diagnosed quickly, and also treated with high doses of steroids.

They are looking for an enthusiastic positive person with experience in managing a group of people to coordinate and lead, initially, the Chichester PMRGCAuk support group. An interest in the conditions would be helpful but not essential. You will ideally be: sympathetic, positive, organised, tolerant, and energetic, with a sense of humour and basic computer skills.

To apply for these opportunities, or to see others in your area, please go to wwww.vaac.org.uk/volunteering.

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The history of Chichester's Prebendal School

By Olivia French, Learning and Community Engagement Officer at The Novium Museum

PREBENDAL SCHOOL prides itself on its rich history, as the oldest school in Chichester and in Sussex.

It is probable that the school dates back to when the cathedral was built (1075) when it would have been known under a different name as a ‘song school’ for the cathedral boys’ choir.

THe old school house which stands today dates back to the 13th century and features a narrow tower above the Long Dorm that contains 300-year-old panelling.

THe school was forced to close down in 1462 when the headmaster at the time, THomas Gyldesburgh, who was also rector of St Olaves, found himself in prison for debt.

In 1497, Bishop Story was consecrated Bishop of Chichester and was very quick to express his feelings over the ignorance of the clergy and the general lack of education in the city. THe grammar school was reorganised and its statutes renewed and attached to the Prebend of Highleigh in Chichester Cathedral. THe Prebendal School as we know it today was founded.

During the 17th century, there were a few notable events for the school. In 1642, during the Civil War, Chichester went under siege

by Parliamentarian forces led by Colonel William Waller.

THe siege lasted five days, after which the Royalist resistance surrendered. Despite the surrender, the Parliamentarians proceeded to sack and desecrate the cathedral.

Bruno Ryves, later the Dean of Chichester, described what happened when they raided the cathedral: "THese monuments they defaced, and mangled with their hands and swords as high as they could reach: and to shew their love, and zeal to the Protestant religion." Despite desecrating the cathedral, the Parliamentary forces preserved the school but did appoint a new headmaster. THe school was then closed during the summer of 1665 due to the Great Plague.

From then until the end of the 17th century a succession of pupils either came from, or went on to important schools or even to teach royalty, which indicates that the school at this time must have been held in great respect nationally.

Notable alumni include regicide and Member of Parliament for Chichester, William Cawley, and William Juxon, chaplain to Charles I and later Bishop of London and Archbishop of Canterbury, Over time, the school has undergone many

changes, and fluctuations in the number of students attending the school. At the end of the 18th century, school numbers were low, some 40 boys, and new statutes were drawn up in 1880 making payment of fees by all pupils, except the choristers, compulsory.

By the third decade of the 19th century there were between 70 and 80 boys and three adjoining houses were added to the original 13th century school house.

During the First World War, former Prebendal teacher, THe Rev C. Pierpont Edwards, conducted a funeral service as an army padre at Gallipoli. THe funeral was shelled, yet he bravely carried on. It was also during the Great War that Graylingwell hospital became occupied by the war wounded, and required voluntary support from local groups.

THe Scout Troop of the Prebendal School (62 boys were educated during 1917) was one of those groups and they received war service badges for their services at the hospital.

In 1931, the school uniform underwent a great change as the traditional Eton suits and mortar boards were given up and replaced with grey suits and shirts, stockings and pullovers with scarlet caps bearing a badge derived from Bishop Story’s Arms.

THe school cellar was turned into an air raid shelter during the Second World War with both Tangmere RAF field, and Portsmouth Dockyards nearby.

Since the end of the Second World War, the school has played host to many important visitors, notably Her Majesty THe Queen and THe Duke of Edinburgh, who visited on July 30, 1956, and nine years later the school formed an honour guard for the Queen Mother’s visit.

THe school choir has sung for Princess Margaret, Lord Snowdon and Sir Laurence Olivier. In 1975, the school was visited by politician, barrister and army officer Airey Neave and by RAF pilot Oliver Philpot in 1977.

In 1997, the school marked 500 years since its re-founding in 1497 with a service of thanksgiving at Chichester Cathedral.

THe school became co-educational in 1972 when girls were allowed to join and today it is both a day and boarding school for girls and boys aged between three and 13.

THe motto ‘fons sapientiae verbum dei’ in Latin, which translates to ‘the word of God, is the foundations of wisdom’ reflects the school’s strong traditions and close ties to the cathedral which continue today.

Since the end of the Second World War, the school has played host to many important visitors, notably Her Majesty The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh

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f Front cover of the programme for the thanksgiving service celebrating 500 years since the re-founding of the Prebendal School in 1497

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Chi aiming to 'sneak' into a play-off place MILES RUTHERFORD says if Chichester City can secure a playoff spot it will cap an “absolutely fantastic” season.

But he admits he does not know if another promotion would be a good thing for the club in the short-term.

Chichester eased to a 3-1 victory over Sevenoaks Town last Saturday but had their game with Haywards Heath postponed on Tuesday night.

THey sit sixth in the table, six points off the last play-off position with three games in hand on Herne Bay who occupy the last spot.

Boss Rutherford told THe Post: “We are looking now to just sneak into the play-offs.

“We shall see how we end up as we do have some tough games in the run-in.”

Chi only won promotion to the BetVictor South East from the Southern Combination Football

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premier this season but could now be eyeing successive jumps up the footballing pyramid.

Rutherford concedes Chi’s success has been something of an eye-opener, even to him and the rest of his management team.

He said: “We did not really add more then three or four players to the squad which came up from the County League.

“Most of the squad were playing County League before but we have had a great season.

“We shall just keep it going and if we end up in the play-offs it will be an absolutely fantastic season.”

THeir return to form in the league follows a dip after an incredible FA Cup run earlier in the campaign which ended at Tranmere Rovers in the second round.

THe finances from that cup success will underpin the club at this level for another couple of

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seasons.

THe danger is another promotion could stretch the squad’s resources.

Rutherford said: “As a club, of course we would go as far as we can but I don’t know whether it would be the right thing for Chichester City at this moment but it is something we would just have to get on with.

“If we were to go up again I don’t know if we are financially in a position to do so but we’d just have to get on with and see where we end up at the end of it.”

He added: “It would be fantastic for the club but it could also be a bad thing, which no one can doubt, because you do not want to overstretch yourself.

“We wouldn’t do that, though, and would not go and spend money that we do not have.”

Rutherford revealed the club are exploring the possibility with the council of having an artificial pitch at Oaklands Park.

Rutherford said: “THings are going on behind the scenes but if that was to happen over the next

couple of years, then we would be in a lot better place.”

Chi, like most clubs, have had a lot of games postponed this season but also struggle for training facilities.

Clubs such as Eastbourne Borough, Worthing and Horsham all have artificial surfaces and have reaped the rewards.

Chi head to 16th-placed Sittingbourne tomorrow boosted by a return to winning ways last Saturday when they sunk Sevenoaks.

After the midweek defeat to Ashford United, Chi responded as goals from Matt Axell, Lloyd Rowlatt and Ryan Davidson secured a fifth win in six games.

Axell curled in a third-minute opener but Frankie Sawyer tapped home a 27th-minute leveller.

Chi went back in front two minutes later when Rowlatt stabbed in after a Josh Clack freekick was parried.

Davidson fired in the third after 78 minutes when the keeper could only block a Clack strike.

Sittingbourne (A) Tomorrow (Saturday March 14), at 3pm

Six of the best as Selsey win SELSEY made the most of their return to action as they battered Oakwood 6-0 in Southern Combination Football League division one.

Daren Pearce’s side have been left kicking their heels like many sides during the wet weather but finally got a game on at the Bunn Leisure Stadium against the relegation battlers.

THe floodgates opened after 19 minutes when Max Davies swivelled and fired home.

James Cowans’ free-kick four minutes before the break doubled the advantage.

Davies added his second five minutes after the restart.

Nine minutes later a Cowans’ free-kick found THeo Bennett, who smashed home to make it 4-0.

Max Davies’ brother, Syd, looked like he might have thrown Oaks a lifeline when he conceded a penalty but the keeper made amends as he saved the spot-kick.

Selsey wrapped up the win with an 81stminute Mike Baker effort and goal from substitute Callum Jefkins with two minutes

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to go.

Selsey are at home to Seaford Town tomorrow (3pm KO).

In division two, Bosham go to Worthing

Town (2pm KO).

THe Robins’ game against visitors Angmering Village last Saturday was postponed.

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Hardwell challenges his Lions to roar back after defeat to title chasers KERRY HARDWELL has challenged Pagham to respond to their frustrating 3-0 defeat to Eastbourne Town.

THe Lions were well beaten by promotion chasing Eastbourne Town at Nyetimber Lane after a first-half hat-trick by well-travelled striker Zac Attwood.

THe first half started with an onslaught by the visitors which continued for most of the period.

THe Lions managed a decent attempt at goal in the ninth minute when Toby Funnell smashed a shot just wide of the near post, but it was a rare threat to the Eastbourne goal.

Pagham keeper Jordan Matthews was forced into an excellent 24th-minute save, punching a vicious shot over the bar, but three minutes later an Attwood shot deflected over Matthews’ head.

It was 2-0 in the 41st minute when Attwood crashed home his second from the penalty spot when a rough challenge on the edge of the box was deemed to be inside the area.

Attwood completed his hattrick two minutes later after he shot through a static Lions defence.

Matthews was sent to the sin-bin to cause the home team even more problems and the second half started with Pagham down to ten men and Joe Clarke in goal.

He coped well, though, producing one good save, as did the rest of the defence.

THe Lions slowly started to cause Town a few more problems, although they could not force keeper Chris Winterton into a save.

Lindon Miller worked like a

Trojan up front but received no support and it was not a surprise when he was replaced

by Callum Chalmers.

Kieron Howard also came on for Lukas Franzen-Jones and immediately the fresh legs caused Town a few more problems, though again, no shots on target developed.

Jack Barnes came closest with a 25-yard free-kick which flew wide, and Barnes was involved again in the 78th minute, when he was sent off, alongside Eastbourne sub Tom Vickers, following a scuffle on the half-way line.

Hardwell said: “It was a disappointing afternoon’s work from the boys.

"After the midweek win away at Lingfield, I said our firsthalf performance was one of the best I’d seen since being at the club. However, Saturday's first-half performance was no doubt the worst I had seen.

“THat is so frustrating as we told the lads pre-match there is no room for complacency at Pagham as we are looking to finish as high as possible but we lacked the hard work passion and desire we've shown in recent months.

“Our shape was all over the place and we conceded two really soft goals, something I hope Jordan Matthews won’t be happy about.

“We asked for a reaction at half-time and we certainly got that with the majority of the second half being played in Eastbourne’s half without really creating too much but the damage was done in the first half.

"We must bounce back on Saturday at home to Little Common.”

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Sportinbrief  Football CHICHESTER City Ladies return to action on Sunday against Oxford United WFC in the Women's National League Southern Premier.

Chi are at home at Selsey's Bunn Leisure Stadium (2pm KO) for the rearranged league encounter.

Samantha Ashton has been voted as the club's new chairperson after Caz Evans stepped down.

Friday, March 13, 2020

Bognor road trip brings its reward

By Jack Hornibrook sport@sussexpost.co.uk WITH the poor weather persisting and ruling out any home fixtures at Hampshire Avenue, the first team travelled to honour their league fixture against Alresford.

THe Royals were postponed and the third team travelled away to Crawley.

THe first team had a convincing 20-6 victory in a return fixture against opponents who made it much tougher in the first clash of the season when they forced Bognor to battle for a narrow win.

THe backs led the way in the scoring through tries from Elvis Millen, Paddy Burnett and Sam Newcombe.

Fly half Jeremy Newton Young added a conversion and a penalty.

THe forwards created the platform with the likes of man of the match Chris Webb providing strong ball carries and the momentum to unleash the backs.

THe win leaves Bognor fifth in the Hampshire Premier table.

THey have games in hand on the four sides above them.

Bognor are scheduled to be at home tomorrow against Eastleigh II in another rearranged league fixture.

THe third team travelled to Crawley and came away with a 29-10 victory.

Again, the selection team used the opportunity to blood in the youngsters of the club. Charlie Weller made his senior debut while Ethan Teasdale, Harry Smith and James Billingham also featured.

A Colts development team played Petersfield in a friendly and lost 19-7.

Charlie Jays scored the try in a man of the match performance converted by Nathan Chitty.

THe team host Cranleigh RFC Colts on Sunday.

First Team: C. Webb, M. Voigt, T. James, S. Stevens, N. THompson, L. Balchin, A. Knight, J. Burgess (C), S. Newcombe, J. Newton Young, F. Hayes, E. Millen, P. Burnett, C. Hay, L. Decarteret, C. Ali ,J. Foote, F. Burgess.

THird Team: K. Szymanczyk, H. Edwards, C. Pigden, S. Hull, J. Merrett, C. Weller, B. Hopkins, T. Orchard, B. Wilkinson, M. Szulc, E. Teasdale, A. Groome, H. Smith, B. Hares, J. Billingham, N. Baker, M. Reed, M. Matafwali, J. Fisk, H. Fisk, M. Weller, K. Matthews.

The Grizzly's a rum do for Tone Zoners

 Football FORMER Chichester schoolboy Adam Webster says he has enjoyed the challenge of his first season in the Premier League.

Webster, from West Wittering, is preparing for Arsenal's visit to the Amex tomorrow, having good memories of playing the Gunners after scoring against them this season.

Defender Webster scored his second goal for the Seagulls when Albion were 2-1 winners in December at the Emirates.

THe ex-Portsmouth player, a former Chichester High School for Boys student, told the club website: “I knew [the Premier League] would be tough and the margins are fine because of how high the levels are.

"THe team have drawn a lot of games that we could have easily won.

“You need a bit of luck as well and maybe at times this season, we haven’t had that, but we have nine games left and we’ll be doing everything we can to get results on the board.

“We’ve had some tough games, but I’ve enjoyed the challenges of the division.”

 Darts GARY BLACKWOOD shone in the Bognor Friday Benevolent Darts League catch-up week with his performance for Legends against Lamb Shankers. Results: DIVISION ONE - Friary 'Z' 11 Hunston Hares 11; Newtown Amity 10 Little Legends 15; Legends 9 Lamb Shankers 13; Lamb Shankers 10 Legends 8. MOTM: Gary Blackwood (Legends) 18 & 19 darts [27.08 av]; Gary Blackwood (Legends) 21 & 22 darts [23.30 av]; Ian Kewin (Little Legends) 21 & 22 darts [22.98 av]- 1st leg 46 left in 21 darts; Lee Franklin (Friary 'Z') 21 & 23 darts [22.77 av].

DIVISION TWO - Lamb Chops 6 Aldingbourne Mavericks 14. MOTM: Adam Hall (Aldingbourne Mavericks) 19 & 32 darts [19.65 av].

DIVISION THREE: No matches.

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Going green at Fontwell Park FONTWELL Park’s much loved St Patrick’s Raceday returns tomorrow with racegoers hoping the luck of the Irish will be on their side.

THe racecourse gets the St Patrick’s Day festivities started early.

With Cheltenham drawing to a close, Fontwell Park gets into the Irish spirit with a social event not be missed.

THe course will see seven races take place, with racegoers encouraged to wear green and enjoy the variety of entertainment on offer.

Executive director Paul Ellison is looking forward to the festivities.

He said: “We are very excited about our St Patrick’s Raceday on Saturday.

"We will have some top racing for fans wanting to see all the action and for those who purchase an advance ticket and get here within the hour of gates opening, we’re offering a free pint of Guinness to get the festivities going.

"We have some excellent

entertainment for the day including live music from a brilliant Irish group, Absolute Band, to really get everyone in the St Patrick’s Day spirit.

“St Patrick’s Raceday is a real favourite of mine and is perfect for the whole family, with under18s able to come for free.

“We have some brilliant packages available to really make the most of your day and one of our most popular is our St Patrick’s Complete Raceday package. THis includes entry to the premier enclosure, a Guinness hat, traditional Irish stew and dumplings, pint of Guinness and more for only £34 per person. It’s a fantastic option for a great day out and people love to make the most of this event day.”

THe racing action starts at 1.40pm and gates open at 11.30am.

Tickets start at £20, when booked in advance before tomorrow, and are available at www.fontwellpark.co.uk.

Restaurant packages are available and start at £79pp.

DOWN in the town of Seaton were 14 hardy Bognor Regis Tone Zone runners ready to take on what is known as THe Grizzly.

THe Grizzly is a gruelling 20-miler with two knee deep bogs, run on shingle and cliff edges and at a 3,200ft elevation.

It is one of the toughest races around but it was certainly a special day for all.

THe 14 club runners set off running the first mile on shingle before taking the first climb up to the town of Beer.

THe group were sticking together and in high spirits crossing the first river at mile five and making their way to the first bog eight miles in.

It was here where one member of the group fell and had to be taken away by St John Ambulance.

Nonetheless, the group carried on through the bog, hills, mudslides and shingle before approaching the ‘Highway to Heaven’ at mile 17, a steep climb to the top of the cliff from the beach.

THe group ran together for the full 20 miles and crossed the line under five hours, an impressive time for the course and terrain.

THey were greeted by firemen to hose

down the mud that was caked on their legs, a finishers' t-shirt and a small bottle of rum as a memento.

THe group bundled into the mini-bus with head coach Keith Hardwell and driver Neil Pacey to head home after a long day.

Over in France were Derek Natoli and Grace Natoli. Derek was running the St Emilion Half Marathon and finished in two hours 15 minutes. Grace ran the marathon and took home a trophy for being the third female to finish in a time of 4:33.

In Wales, Leigh Paige ran the Llanelli Half Marathon. Paige ran a fantastic race to finish in a personal best of 2:18.

Grizzy 20 - Mark Annals; Ian Bayley; Chris Gallagher; Simon Hunt; Anne Kari Enes; Kari Mack; Danny Mahoney; Kate O'Connor; Jack Penfold; Gary Smith; Duncan StephensonGill; Neil Strudwick; Sarah Zacal (all completed).

Llanelli Half Marathon: Leigh Paige 2:18.20 PB. St Emillion Half Marathon: Derek Natoli 2:15.10.

St Emillion Marathon: Grace Natoli 4:33.59 third lady.

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Rocks' hopes are not 'up the swanny' yet

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JACK PEARCE admitted victory over Horsham in their Sussex derby prevented Bognor's season going "up the swanny".

THe Rocks claimed a 2-0 win at the Camping World Community Stadium to rekindle their play-off hopes.

Tommy Leigh rifled home a 23rdminute goal from 30 yards to put the Rocks ahead after the hosts had missed several early chances.

Bognor skipper Harvey Whyte added the second on 54 minutes when he was on hand to net after a free-kick came back off the Horsham crossbar.

Victory for Pearce's side keeps them in eighth but crucially nine points off the play-off places with two games in hand over Carshalton Athletic.

THe Hornets, who have a game in hand on Carshalton, are sixth.

THe Rocks host relegationbattling Corinthian-Casuals tomorrow with Pearce admitting every BetVictor Premier game is now high stakes for his side.

THe Bognor manager said: "If we had lost to Horsham that was our season totally up the swanny really.

"You can say that it is going to apply to most of our games for the rest of the season now, beginning with Corinthian-Casuals tomorrow.

"We have got ten games left and to give ourselves any sort of chance we are going to have to win seven of them.

"It might even be eight wins and two draws or three draws.

"Our start has really hit us but the other two clubs who are doing really well, Leatherhead and Hornchurch, are in the same boat as us."

Casuals present the same sort of problem as relegation battlers Merstham, who held Rocks to a draw last Saturday.

Pearce said: "Casuals drew with AFC Hornchurch 1-1 last Saturday so we know they shall give it all they have got.

"Merstham are giving it all they have got, and so are Wingate and Finchley, so it is very tight.

"As I have said many times this year, I am not surprised when we beat the top teams but I am not that surprised when we don't beat the bottom teams.

"THere are no real outstanding teams and there are no real bad teams."

Pearce felt the Horsham game against Dom Di Paola's side was an even contest.

He added: "It was a good game.

Both teams had chances and fortunately we took ours, and unfortunately for them, they missed their chances.

"On another day the result could have swung the other way but I felt we just about shaded it.

"I would expect their manager would just about have shaded it too and I would understand that argument."

Corinthian-Casuals (H) Tomorrow (Saturday March 14), at 3pm

Waiting game for midfielder

Runners

JAKE FLANNIGAN should be fit for tomorrow's clash with Corinthian-Casuals in BetVictor Premier.

THat is the hope of manager Jack Pearce after he came off with a hamstring strain against Horsham in the 2-0 midweek win.

THe prognosis for influential midfielder Doug Tuck is not so good, though.

Tuck has not featured in the league since February 8 when he came off in a costly defeat at Enfield Town.

Pearce said: "Doug remains out with a heel injury which is one of them where he either needs an operation or a long rest.

"At the moment, we are trying a long rest."

First team coach Robbie Blake felt last Saturday's 2-2 draw at relegation battling Merstham was a lesson for Rocks that must be continued to be heeded for the rest of the campaign.

He said: "It was frustrating and disappointing.

We started so poorly for the first 20 minutes and if you do that and don't impose your style on them, and let them impose their style on you, then you are going to struggle.

"We struggled in that first 20 minutes with their physicality and their strength."

He added: “We lacked the desire and mentality to impose ourselves in the first 20 minutes and that is what cost us.”

Merstham struck after 17 minutes when Bobby Mills turned his marker from a cross by

Calvin Ekpiteta to fire home.

On 38 minutes the lead was extended by the Moatsiders as Ekpiteta's corner was headed home by Mitchal Gough.

Bognor got a goal back on the stroke of half time. Harvey Whyte's ball over the top picked

out Smith, who peeled off his marker before turning and firing in a low effort.

Bognor got the equaliser when a long ball over the top by Tommy Leigh was smashed home on the volley by brother Ashton on 68 minutes.

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NYECAMP NEWS

by Liam Goodley

THERE is never a dull moment with Bognor. Every week you think it’s all over in the race for the play-offs but then the team go and play really well and win like on Tuesday night against Horsham.

THe pitch suited us. It is a really good artificial surface and quite slick, which suited our game. Horsham did have a few chances but our defence kept them out and we killed them off with the two goals.

It was a confident and assured performance in many ways on the road, certainly more than I expected it to be, and the best I have seen us play for a few games.

We won at Lewes recently but did not play well, then we had the Bowers & Pitsea game postponed before we went to Merstham and should have done better.

I was not sure, therefore, how we would do and I think most people thought it was probably it for our play-off hopes.

Many people don’t think we will make the play-offs even after the win at Horsham but I feel like we still have an outside chance.

It is a very outside chance but it is still a chance.

We shall have to just keep winning. We have seven more home games left and three away, so there are 30 points to play for.

It seems like an uphill battle to get into a play-off position.

What I do definitely believe is had we lost to Horsham that would have been it for this season and we would be thinking about next season.

THey are probably thinking about next season anyway but hope lives on.

Horsham were probably surprised by how well Bognor played. We moved the ball around well but they had chances and our defence were making blocks and last-ditch tackles, while Amadou Tangara

was keeping everything out.

It was one of those nights when everything seemed to click and the whole team put in a shift to get a win.

It certainly was a vast improvement on the last two games against Lewes and Merstham.

For us, I would not be surprised if we finish up just outside the play-offs, sixth or seventh.

THe trouble is there is a big gap between us and the teams above us and we need to win those games in hand we have to really push our chances.

If we make it, it will be the fifth position. But I can’t see Carshalton and Cray Wanderers slipping up too much, although, we have to play them and things could change.

I was impressed with the setup at Horsham’s ground.

I usually travel on the coach but I drove and it was just over the road from the park and ride. It is easy to get to, which makes it quite unique.

It is called the Camping World Community Stadium, which does not exactly trip off the tongue but it is their sponsors, so that explains that.

THey are set up for the next tier.

Joe Cook played well against Horsham and he did not give Elliott Buchanan, who Bognor were interested in during the summer, much of a sniff.

Cook seems to just settle everyone down when he plays.

It is a shame he was not quite fit enough to start against Merstham.

It was also nice to see Tommy Leigh score a great goal.

He made a couple of jumps up in leagues to join us and has really stepped up.

Ashton Leigh got a good finish at Merstham while Tommy’s free-kicks bring another dimension.

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