Seaford Scene April 2013

SEAFORD Scene April 2013 Issue 72

YOUR LOCAL BUSINESS DIRECTORY AND WHAT’S ON GUIDE

St George’s Day Fitness For All Blatchington Hill Townswomen’s Guild Seaford Silver Band Spring Concert

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Welcome Welcome to the April issue of Seaford Scene, your community magazine, business directory and what’s on guide. So the clocks have gone forward (March 31st) and the days are getting longer - roll on the summer! This month we celebrate St George’s Day on the 23rd, with details from the Royal Society of St George on page 4. We also feature local photographer Sarah Sands, whose photo is on the front cover of this issue - see page 8, and we include the first of two new articles ‘Fitness for All’, page 10 and ‘Understanding Mental Health, page 18. On a musical note, there are articles on Seaford Silver Band, page 41, The Corelli Ensemble, page 55 and Just Voices on page 82 and there are painting and illustration exhibitions on at the Crypt Gallery, Wise Books and The Hop Gallery. Enjoy your April...and don’t be fooled!

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4 St George in East Sussex 6 The Rotary Club of Seaford 8 Pictures by Sarah Sands 10 Fitness For All 13 Running Commentary...

14 Rosie Waters, Seahaven Yoga 14 Fundraising Charity Lunch 15 Seaford Kurlers 18 Understanding Mental Health 25 Seaford Medical Practice 25 Who Let the Dads Out? 27 Top UK Illustrators “Doing a Doodle”

for Charity Bookshop 32 What’s On At The Hop? 36 Butterflies of Seaford & Surrounding Area 40 Mercread Youth Centre 41 Seaford Silver Band Spring Concert 44 Seaford Inner Wheel Club Valentine’s Tea 47 Who’s Who In Seaford?

48 Seaford Natural History Society 53 Rotary Club of Seaford Boot, Craft

& Produce Fairs 2013 53 Arts @ The Crypt 55 The Corelli Ensemble 58 Titfield Thunderbolt Review 61 Seaford Community Garden 64 A View From The Potting Shed 69 Seaford Gardening Club 72 Seaford Community Cinema 77 Seahaven Lioness Club 80 ‘Scoring Goals’ by B J Kibble 82 Blatchington Hill Townswomen’s Guild 82 Just Voices...One Year On 87 Seaford Museum Needs Volunteers 94 The Downs 60 Plus Club Valuation Day 96 What’s On Monthly page 96-98 100 What’s On Weekly page 100-103 106 Index of Advertisers Cover photo by Sarah Sands

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SAINT GEORGE IN EAST SUSSEX Back in 1894, the Royal Society of St George was formed, and Queen Victoria became its patron.

Since then the reigning sovereign has been the patron, and early in her reign Queen Elizabeth granted the Society a Royal Charter. This not only gave extra dignity to the Society but also ensured that it remains apart from party political activities.

So what is the Society for? Amongst its many aims is to promote St George’s Day as England’s National Day; then it may even eventually become a Bank Holiday.

It also aims to ensure that the men and women from all walks of life who have contributed to England and the Commonwealth are not forgotten. These people came from the sciences, politics, the armed forces, from charitable works and those who had served and continue to serve humanity. These people are an inspiration to the young of today and our future.

English history, in the opinion of many, is a subject that has been neglected over the years so it is a basic aim of the Society to revive interest in so much of our past, both good and bad. To this end branches of the Society celebrate significant dates, such as the Battle of Britain, Trafalgar and D-Day. There are well over 100 branches worldwide and in this part of East Sussex there is the Seahaven Branch whose area of interest is the whole of Lewes District with surrounding towns and villages.

It was formed on 1st January 2010, and has just had its third anniversary. This strong branch meets for lunch or dinner every month, the most important event of all, of course, being St George’s Day each year.

This year England’s National Day is being celebrated with a church service at St Andrew’s in Alfriston followed by a formal dinner in Dean’s Place Hotel to which anyone who loves England is invited.

Membership is by recommendation and any man or woman who is English or any resident of England who was born elsewhere but wants to support the Society’s aims is welcome to join. The activities of the branch are governed by its AGM and then implemented by a committee. Although not a fund-raising charity, the branch spends its surplus monies on buying gifts for local worthwhile efforts. For example during the past year it has provided items for the Seaford Young Musical Theatre group, the Newhaven Squadron of the Air

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Training Corps and the Seaford charity BASE. In previous years there have been many others to receive some benefit, such as the Meeching Amateur Dramatics (MAD), the local community radio SeahavenFM, the Seaford Lifeguards and the Starfish organisation, which provides help for stammerers.

We all hope to see more flags of St George flying throughout each year and especially on St George’s Day. It is encouraging when we are told of more events such as church services, lunches and suppers being organised to celebrate the day. This year Bishopstone as well as Alciston and Selmeston are organising events which our branch is pleased to support. Members of the branch have also been invited to speak to Rotary, Probus and other local organisations about St George and our Royal Society.

The Royal Society of St George is England’s leading patriotic organisation and we hope that everyone living in our country will see our aims and support us in what we do. We seek the fervour that the Irish have for St Patrick’s Day, the pride that the Scots show for St Andrew and the Welsh ability to promote their own St David.

We seek to help preserve all the best of England, past and present, traditions and history, manners and chivalry and gain support for England’s National Day, St George’s Day each year on the 23rd April.

Bob Peedle MBE, Chairman, Seahaven Branch, ‘The Royal Society of St George’.

GRANT APPLICATIONS Seaford Town Council is pleased to announce that it is inviting applications from voluntary or community groups providing a service or activity for the benefit of the residents of Seaford to apply for a small grant. In 2012 we helped 35 organisations. Applications forms may be obtained from the Council by contacting the Corporate Services Manager, Simon Cooper at 37 Church Street, Seaford, BN25 1HG or by email simon.cooper@ seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk.

The telephone number is 01323 894870. Please indicate if you wish to apply for a grant in excess of £500. Closing date is 8 April 2013. The Council has £13,500 to allocate.

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THE Rotary Club of Seaford RYLA Changes Ashleigh’s Career Plans About a year ago Seaford Life Guard Ashleigh Gent was suggested as a possible candidate for the challenging annual Rotary Youth Leadership Awards. One year on, the sponsors, the Rotary Club of Seaford decided, to find out how she was getting on.

Ashleigh, 18, was born in Brighton and lived in Newhaven until she was 16, attending Tideway School. The following year she studied at BHASVIC and volunteered as a Seaford Lifeguard and currently works as a swimming teacher in Brighton. Ashleigh is passionate about physical activities, especially water based-sports, and her aim was to train as a paramedic, but it was Peter Gwilliam of Seaford Lifeguards who recommended that she be considered as a RYLA candidate. She went on a one-week course and successfully gained her Youth Leadership Award at the Surrey Outdoor Learning Development Centre.

She found herself in a group with 11 strangers, where shyness was not an option and communication was essential, but by the end of the week she was much more open-minded and understood the concept of teamwork in practice. With her greatly improved confidence Ashleigh has decided that paramedic is not the role for her and in September this year she will start an Outdoor Adventurous Activities degree course at Plumpton. We wish her well!

Dress Down Day at Newlands President Paul Vaesen and Past President John Owen recently paid a visit to Newlands School during their dress down day. President Paul opened procedures with a talk on Rotary and gave details on how our club supports the local community. John followed by giving an update on Rotary’s polio eradication programme “End Polio Now” three years after our last visit. He told the assembly that India is now polio-free and no case has been reported there for two years, proof that Rotary is able to help tackle the world’s most difficult health challenges. However, polio remains in

three countries – Afghanistan, Nigeria and Pakistan – and John went on to give a slide show on “What is Polio?”. He concluded by thanking the students, who had dressed down, for their contributions for the day, each contributing £2 or £3 if the girls let their hair down. The students raised a magnificent £241.

Arlington Bluebell Walk and Farm Trail We are pleased to be running and providing the refreshments at the Bluebell Walk on April 23rd and 24th at Bates Green Farm Tye Hill Road, Arlington, Polegate BN6 6SH. We look forward to seeing you, – come and enjoy a relaxing bluebell woodland stroll. Homemade refreshments are available throughout the day. For further information check on the Arlington Bluebell Walk web site.

Young Musicians Compete at Newlands School Where in Seaford can you hear solo performances by four young pianists, four guitarists, two drummers, a violinist, a flautist, and six vocalists all on the same evening?

The answer is at Newlands School, if you were lucky enough to get a ticket for the second Rotary Young Musician of the Year competition. All the young people taking part were aged between 11 and 17 and either live or attend a school in Seaford. The competition aims to give them the experience of appearing in front of an audience and the chance to showcase their musical talent. The packed audience was treated to an evening of outstanding instrumental and vocal performances!

The most difficult job fell to judges Margaret Darwall-Smith, Sue Richardson, and Pat White who had the task of deciding the top three prize winners., This year’s winner, who was also presented with the Colin Seymour Memorial Shield, was Hambel Goodchild, and the two runners up were Alyssa Mather and Alfie Dyer. Hambel will now go on to appear at the Seaford Young Mayor’s Awards on 10th April.

There was also an additional encouragement award which was won by Beth Moore and all the competitors received commemorative certificates.

The prizes were presented by Paul Vaesen, President of the Rotary Club of Seaford and Tula Dyer, Head of Newlands School. Thanking the judges, technical organiser from Sussex Events Ltd Adam Briggs, MC for the evening Damon Willer, and Newlands School, Paul said this was just one of the many ways in which the Rotary Club supports our young people. There were twice as many entries this year than last year’s competition, and it now looks to be a permanent fixture!

Photos: top to bottom: Ashleigh Gent, Hambel Goodchild with President Paul Vaesen and Newlands School Dress Down Day.

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I’ve always loved taking pictures but when I got my iPhone two years ago, photography became my hobby. I’m not trained in photography at all. I’m a primary school teacher and I I live in Seaford with my husband and our two young sons.

I absolutely love taking pictures of Seaford. I think Seaford looks amazing whatever the season. The beach is our favourite place to be, especially on a windy day, and we have plenty of those here. We are perfectly positioned for sunrises and sunsets too. Seaford beach at 6 o’clock in the morning is beautiful and I’m lucky to live close by so I don’t have too far to go.

I enjoy showing other people how I see Seaford, so having my pictures on the front cover of Seaford Scene is a privilege. All the photos are taken and edited with my iPhone 4. I like my pictures to be colourful, bright and cheerful. I use a variety of different apps to edit them; I have tried to use Photoshop but it’s very complicated! By using my phone I can take pictures and edit them in a spare 5 minutes during the day. I use my iPhone for my macro photography too and have a small, three-inone lens that attaches to my phone; it’s for wide angle, fish eye and macro. I’m fascinated by macro photography and it’s an area that I want to explore more.

My iPhone gave me the opportunity to be creative with my pictures. I joined a photography community online called Instagram and it was there that I happened to meet a small group of Eastbourne photographers, from professionals to iPhone enthusiasts like myself. A few of us started to meet up once a month to chat about our love of photography.

We started to call ourselves #ebphoto, because that’s the hash tag for our pictures on Instagram and Twitter.

Our meetings have a very relaxed atmosphere and I have met so many inspirational people. We set ourselves

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monthly challenges and also try to get together for photography trips, so the ones among us that actually know what they are doing can share their knowledge with those of us that don’t!

As a part of #ebphoto I’ve been lucky enough to have unlimited access to Herstmonceux Castle at 5am on a summer’s morning. The sunrise was incredible and they now use one of my iPhone pictures as their cover picture on Twitter. The Seaford Gazette has used one of my pictures on its front page recently and a handful of my sunset and sunrise pictures have been chosen to precede the weather on Meridian News too. Our #ebphoto challenge this month has been Street Photography, not my usual type of photography but I’ve really loved it and also enjoyed learning something different.

Last year, through Instagram, my pictures of Seaford were noticed by a woman who lives in Seaford, Melbourne. She asked if she could use my pictures on her blog and she wrote all about our Seaford…their town is a bit less windy than ours and the beach is sandy! Through Instagram I have also made a friend in Seaford, New York and it was fun to compare our recent snow pictures!

However, as much as I love my iPhone, I thought it was time to try something new and at Christmas I was given a Canon 450D DSLR camera. It’s a challenge learning how to use it but it my friends at #ebphoto are helping me out. So my photography journey is moving on - who knows where it may take me!

If you would like to see more of my Seaford pictures you can find me on Facebook ‘Pictures by Sarah Sands’ or I’m ‘mrssandsy’ on Instagram, Flickr and Twitter.

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Fitness For All We all have seen the statistics and know the importance of leading a fit and active lifestyle with regards to our own health and that of our nearest and dearest and so I won‘t bore you with the details.

Here are my seven golden rules for getting active:

As a personal trainer I am very passionate about fitness for all. However, I encounter a number of barriers that prevent many people from the benefits of leading a fit and healthy lifestyle on a daily basis. These include the following;

1. Do something

Lack of time l Lack of money l Negative perception of all exercise (boring, uncomfortable, expensive) l Lack of motivation l Lack of support from family and friends l Lack of confidence in their ability to be physically active l Fear of/previous injury l Lack of discipline l Lack of convenient access to amenities

2. Start Now

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Look at the list and ask yourself how many of these excuses you have made to yourself to forgo participation in any given activity in recent memory.

Really be honest. Now ask yourself if these points were really valid. Be honest.

Of course it is overcoming these barriers that is the hardest part - getting started is always the most difficult part but once you’re up and running (no pun) there is no stopping you.

I find that what underpins all of these barriers is that most people with low activity levels perceive becoming more physically active as being inaccessible. I am hoping I can demonstrate that achieving a more active lifestyle need not exclude anyone or cost a fortune by simply being creative and utilising what is at our disposal.

I truly believe that there is also no substitute for a good attitude, hard work and perseverance. We are lucky enough to live in a truly beautiful part of the country which is blessed with natural resources aplenty, from The Seven Sisters to Friston Forest and Cuckmere Valley and I personally believe that these resources are much under used within the local community and so it has long been my mission to enthuse others to embrace what we have right on our very doorstep.

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Anything. By doing something that raises your heart rate you are already doing far better than doing nothing at all, so don’t worry about how small you start, get going and stay with it.

Don’t wait for holidays, new years, next week or next month, don’t put it off, today is the first day of the rest of your life so start now, as in TODAY!

3. Be Proactive Find out what is out there, whether it’s clubs, associations, societies, physical resources - go and discover what is available and if something isn’t available that you think should be then why not set it up yourself?

4. Find A Friend Whatever your chosen activity may be finding someone to enjoy it with you and to provide you with support is worth its weight in gold; that is why clubs and classes often work so well. The camaraderie that we get from each other is often what really makes the activity

5. Pick Something You Enjoy Only you know what you will and more importantly will not enjoy, so by all means be open to trying new activities but by doing something you know you’ll enjoy you are much more likely to stick at it. It is this perseverance that will have you on the road to leading a fitter and healthier lifestyle in no time at all.

6. Challenge Yourself Have a goal in sight. whether it be training to compete in a race, charity challenge or something much more modest, your goal is your own as is your journey. Be careful and pick something that is both challenging but achievable then break it down into a series of mini targets that will motivate you to continue your journey.

7. Persevere Do not give up unless you get injured or become ill.

Stick with your regime at all costs. Perseverance is the key - just ask the Tortoise!

Always consult your GP before undertaking any new physical activity. Richard Brown, Personal Trainer.

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Running Commentary...

Many runners who race regularly are now seeking out quirky or extreme races, character-building puddles and pain challenges or simply events that offer something just a little bit different. It might be merely a new route through beautiful, iconic countryside or an event that demands more of you than just your running skills.

Although it is good to pick out races that offer the chance of a PB now and again, like the Hastings 5 miles or the Worthing 10km, which are both flat and well-organised, it is vital for the sanity of your brain and legs to tackle races that captivate more than just your desire to run faster or further than before. The King’s Head Canter, for instance, is a 5km race in August that takes you along quiet country lanes between Chiddingly and East Hoathly, and having completed it, you swap your race number for a pint in the Pub, which is all of 5 metres from the finishing line.

In mid Wales, an event that’s been going for several decades is the unique Race The Train Challenge. Runners have to race against the Talyllyn Mountain Railway train, which is timetabled to complete the 14.5 miles course in exactly 1hr 45mins, while the carriages are full of spectators. Whether they are cheering you on… or trying to beat you, serves only to enhance this amazing

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race even more. In recent months, this column has touched on some of the mud-and-torture races to be found in Sussex, and fortunately, this type of race is on the increase. Then there’s the 5-mile Beach Run near Middleton in West Sussex in June, where you have wait until the tide goes out before the race can begin as most of the course is on the foreshore. There are also marathons that require you to be able to complete the route by following written instructions and perhaps a map rather than having marshals to guide you at every turning point.

It is also beneficial for runners to vary their training runs too, not just in the distance they cover but also where they run and the type of terrain they run on. If you intend running throughout the year… and year after year, it’s even more important to be creative in your approach to the running you do. A dull training regime kills the spark that got you running in the first place. I’d love to hear from Seaford Scene readers of other races that offer something different… and also, what you look for in a race.

Has anybody previously run the Bluebell 10km near Angmering, West Sussex? It’s on again this month, on the 21st. It’s mainly off-road and hilly but the thought of running through a bluebell wood on a bright, sunny, Spring morning sounds irresistible. Also this month, if bluebells don’t chime with you, perhaps the Warrior Run, just north of Brighton, on the 28th might appeal.

Advertised as the toughest obstacle and mud run in the South you will need to be ultra stubborn and not fazed by the impossible. Whatever running you do this month, let it extend your horizons and further boost your feelgood factor, and when you’ve pushed the boundaries of your comfort zone and sought out the limit of your capabilities… will you be faced with a high brick wall… or a door?

Martin Bulger, founder member of Seaford Striders Running Club

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Rosie Waters

SEAHAVEN Yoga Seahaven Yoga Rosie has been teaching Vajrasati yoga SUN, SEA & YOGA IN WEST CRETE

Vajrasati Yoga with Rosie Waters

Gentle traditional yoga suitable for all levels of experience New year Classes start Saturday 5th January 2013

The Archway, Blatchington Rd, Seaford

in Newhaven for five years and in Seaford for more than two years, and her drop-in classes continue to attract a lively group of local yogis.

Wednesdays 6.30pm Saturdays 9.30am

Vajrasati Yoga with Rosie Waters

Summerhayes Centre, Marshall Lane, Newhaven Thursdays 6.15pm

Tel: 01323 982638 / 07893 622840

25th JUNE 2013 TO 2nd JULY 2013

Email: seahavenyoga@btinternet.com www.seahavenyoga.co.uk

We will once again be staying at the delightful Peli Hotel in the rural bay of Kissamos with it’s golden sands & backdrop of mountains, gorges and craggy peaks. Sightseeing, guided walks and charming beach tavernas all on the doorstep.

Ask me about one to one tuition and small private groups.

Suitable for men and women of all ages and levels of experience including beginners.

Price: £450 plus flight includes accommodation, breakfast, dinner on 4 nights & yoga.

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The Archway, Blatchington Rd, Seaford

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Thursdays 6.15 pm Book 5 classes and the 6th is FREE Email: seahavenyoga@btinternet.com www.seahavenyoga.co.uk

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A Londoner by birth, she moved South in 1987 and fell in love with the Sussex landscape and especially Seaford’s beach and coastline. She finally moved to Seaford from Newhaven last autumn and lives in a seafront flat with views across the bay.

Rosie tuned into the spiritual magic of Seaford, and in addition to yoga she leads & attends local meditation groups. She has also taught on four yoga holidays in Spain over the last three years and in 2012 took a group to West Crete, which was so beautiful she is returning there this year. The Peli is a quiet family-run hotel with spacious accommodation and a large pool. It is situated just two minutes’ walk from an equally quiet sandy beach and 10 minutes from the local small town, with its variety of shops. Our hosts from West Crete Holidays are happy to arrange sightseeing to other parts of the island, boat trips, and to lead hill walks to take in the views.

Rosie teaches Vajrasati yoga, which was founded in 2000

by Buddhist-influenced Jim Tarran who was originally an Iyengar Yoga teacher. He developed a softer, more individual practice, to reveal the essence of yoga and ultimately release the full potential of our humanity, an internal, local connection with ‘intuitive intelligence’.

Rosie’s teaching therefore focuses on using the breath and she encourages students to work meditatively, listening closely to their own bodies and breath, and using their inner resources to develop postures only as the body allows, and without grasping. The classes are therefore deeply enriching and great fun!

FUNDRAISING charity lunch The next fundraising charity lunch is on Weds 7th May at Trawlers Restaurant, 12.15pm with funds raised for NP & Seaford Lions Club and St James’ Trust. Raffle prizes and donations very much appreciated.

To reserve a place, please phone Rita on 07538 583178 or email: ritaevans@hotmail.co.uk.

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seAFOrD crOUcH BOwliNG clUB OPeN MOrNiNG th sATUrDAY 20 APril

Why not take up the sport of bowls this summer at Crouch Bowling Club in Seaford.

Joining our club is an inexpensive way to participate in a popular sport throughout the summer months.

The Crouch Bowling Club is holding an Open Morning for anyone interested in playing bowls at its ground in the Crouch Gardens, East Street, Seaford BN25 1PX.

We are a friendly club and our aim is to provide opportunities for everyone to play whether you are interested in social bowls or playing competitively. We will do our best to ensure that you enjoy playing at our club.

If you want to give it a try we will provide the bowls and free coaching from qualified th coaches, all you have to do is come and see us on Saturday 20 April between 10:00 am and 12 noon.

If you cannot make the open morning call Brian Bodsworth on 01323 896344 or email brian.bodsworth@btinternet.com to arrange an alternative date to visit us.

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Seaford Kurlers Hey look folks, we have made it through to April! Spring is on its way and here’s hoping it will be a good one. We deserve some warm sunshine - time to get fit for those long hot summer holidays. Lots of exercise will sort that one out!! Don’t go too mad and pull those poor old muscles. If you do, you will have a long way to travel for physiotherapy help. Seaford no longer has a day hospital with physio services. So take care!

Seaford Scene readers will recall that Seaford Kurlers were fortunate to receive money from the Seaford Choral Sciety’s retiring collection from the production of The Messiah that was performed at St. Leonard’s Church on 1st December, 2012. This money enabled us to donate a set of kurling equipment to the Bradbury Centre (Seeability) as shown in the photo below. Mike Roberts, the chairman of the Seaford Choral Society was also able to attend and see where the money has been spent whilst a number of the centre members were able to try the equipment out. They were all very enthuisiastic.

Why not come along to the Downs Leisure Centre and see Seaford Kurlers in action? We can offer you exercise,

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companionship and a good social scene. The sport is played on a badminton court and is a good way of doing those stretching and bending exercises. It does not matter how unfit you are, we can help. We can cater for most levels of mobility. The game can be as competitive as you want it to be. We run a yearly in-house tournament for the more competitive players.Whilst at the Leisure Centre, have a look at what they offer. They have recently had new facilities added. It is a good friendly centre – give it a try.

Seaford Kurlers also have a social life and we arrange outings to places of interest. Out next trip is to Portsmouth on April 11th. We will be transported there by coaches that we hire from ESDA (East Sussex Disability Association). The coaches are fully adapted to take people in wheelchairs. We are affiliated to ESDA and are able to take advantage of their services and advice.

They can be contacted at 1 Faraday Close, Eastbourne, BN22 9BH. Tel. 01323 514500 www.esda.org.uk Seaford Kurlers meet every Tuesday from 2pm to 4pm at the Downs Leisure Centre, with a break for refreshments.

Your first visit is free, thereafter it is £2.50 per session.

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UNDERSTANDING MENTAL HEALTH It is well documented that one in four of us may suffer mental distress at sometime during our life.

Whether someone is experiencing anxiety and stress, depression, addiction, phobias, panic attacks or trauma, having some understanding about these conditions can often help. I hope therefore that this series of articles each month will enhance understanding of these distressing conditions, starting with “Stress”.

STRESS Stress results from a build-up of mental and/or physical pressures to a level that we find overwhelming. The amount and type of stress we can stand will vary from individual to individual – for instance, one person may get a buzz from giving a talk to hundreds of people whereas someone else will be a nervous wreck in similar circumstances. We may all have to go through different stresses in a lifetime – such as bereavement, job loss, relationship breakdown, serious illness, or the demands of caring for children or sick relatives. We have to cope with challenging life changes, such as leaving home for the first time, taking on new responsibilities at work or settling down with a new partner. Even when these are pleasant developments, they can still take a mental and physical toll on us. When lots of little stresses and some big ones happen in a short period of time, we may lose our ability to cope well. If we feel defeated by all we have to do, and lack drive and energy, that is stress.

Stress is the modern-day effect of an evolutionary mechanism known as ‘fight or flight’, designed to save our distant ancestors from dangers in the wild. For instance, when under physiological stress, our muscles may tense, blood pressure soar, the heart race and the chest hurt, as breathing becomes shallow and quick; saliva may dry up and we might sweat and shake. When these bodily changes took place for our ancestors, it was because they faced a major threat, such as a wild boar attack, and they needed to gear up to run for it or to fight for their lives. Once they had taken action, and survived, all the physiological arousal would quickly subside.

But in modern times, it is rarely a wild boar that makes us feel threatened. More often, it may be an overdemanding boss or not having enough control over our work (stress is now the most common cause of

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long-term sickness absence) or the demands of taking a sick relative to regular hospital appointments while trying to hold down a full-time job. The stress doesn’t end and so the physiological effects don’t ebb. That’s why we get physical symptoms from severe stress, such as disturbed sleep and ailments such as frequent migraines, backache, angina, skin eruptions, bowel problems, stomach cramps or high blood pressure. And we commonly feel highly anxious or depressed.

All these symptoms are warnings that important emotional needs are not being met (maybe our lives feel lonely, too demanding or meaningless) and that something has to change, to bring the harmful stress levels down. To lower stress levels, human givens practitioners can show people how to relax and encourage people to find ways to reduce their stress.

Psychotherapy from the human givens approach combines proven therapeutic techniques with the most up-to-date psychological knowledge to relieve emotional distress and help you move on with your life as quickly as possible. Next month the focus will be on “Anxiety”.

Lynda Bryer (HGDip) runs her own private practice as a Human Givens therapist.

If you feel you or a loved one needs support contact Lynda on 01323 897287, or email lynda3hg@hotmail. com

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Seaford Medical Practice Patient Participation Group Public and Patient involvement in the NHS The Patient Participation Group (PPG) for Seaford Medical Practice has been in existence now for just over a year. The group was started following a Department of Health initiative to encourage GPs to involve patients, on a voluntary basis, in the operation of their services.

Members of the group act as a communication channel between the practice and the community in order to help patients use facilities to the best advantage and for the practice to implement policies influenced by representative patient views. We have a suggestion box and notice board in the waiting room with our newsletters and minutes of past meetings.

‘Who Let The Dads Out?’ is a parents and toddler group, but is specifically for fathers, grandparents or male carers and their preschool children. Launched in Seaford in December 2012 at Seaford Baptist Church, the monthly session is a place where dads can have the opportunity to get some quality time with their children, have fun and chill out.

We have bacon butties, coffee, and there are plenty of toys and games to play and a different craft each month for the children and dads to get involved with together. This has quickly grown popular with over 10 dads and 17 children attending in February. This is an excellent opportunity for dads to connect with each other and build community, have some quality time with the children while having fun. This group is a winner to everyone involved, and whether it is to chill out, build community or simply to give mums a little time off, ‘Who Let The Dads Out’ is guaranteed to be a popular time, both with the children and their dads or carers as well as giving mums some time too.

Why not check it out? 9.30am -11.30am, Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road, Seaford, BN252EE 2nd Saturday of the month Who let the Dads out? We did!

The group aims to represent the practice population in terms of age, gender, ethnicity and mobility. At the time of writing we are actively seeking one male and one female member from the 16-40yr age group. We meet approximately every two months on a Saturday morning in the Health Centre. If you are in this age group and interested in joining we would be very keen to hear from you. Please email smpppg@yahoo.co.uk with your details.

We decided at the outset that we needed to know the views of patients on the services the practice provides, and how easily or not patients can access those services, so we carried out a patient survey. The survey took place over two weeks in January 2012.

The survey was analysed and an action plan for the forthcoming year was agreed between the practice and the PPG. Overall, there was a very positive response and some very positive comments were made about the practice staff and the services offered. However, there were also areas of weakness and throughout the past year the PPG and the practice have been working hard to bring about improvements. Full details of the survey, the resulting action plan and the improvements made are available on the practice website www. seafordmedpractice.gpsurgery.net.

The PPG carried out another survey in January 2013 and again some very positive comments were made. However, again areas were identified for improvement, for which an action plan has been agreed for implementation during 2013. This too is displayed on the practice website www.seafordmedpractice. gpsurgery.net.

A common theme from both surveys is about having to queue at reception to make appointments, collect prescriptions or for general enquiries. We aim to help improve this situation by reducing the queues. To do this, members of the PPG will be in the waiting room at peak times for two weeks from 15th April. We will be collecting information from patients and, where we can, suggest better ways of accessing the services or dealing with prescriptions.

We will also be handing out copies of the new practice brochure which contains full details of all the services offered by the practice and how to access them Please help us to help you by giving us your comments and suggestions. Together we can bring about improvements where they are needed. You can write to The Chairman of the PPG at the practice, leave written comments in the suggestion box or email smpppg@ yahoo.co.uk

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Top UK Illustrators ‘Doing A Doodle’ for Charity Book Shop Wise Books in Seaford, East Sussex has been creating awareness for the shop and the charity it supports FSW Family Support Work, by asking some very well known children’s illustrators to contribute an owl doodle for display in the shop.

“We just got in touch with a whole

bunch of illustrators to see if they

would be interested and it’s just

really taken off ” said Maggie

Simons, director of FSW “We have

now started getting requests from

artists wanting to do a doodle for us,

it’s created a real buzz about the

shop and of course the work that

FSW does with families throughout Sussex” The Illustrations will be on display throughout the shop over the next couple of months and there are plans for a possible auction of the originals.

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earn to drive with You can see the Wise Owl Doodles at Wise Books, 14 Sutton Rd, Seaford, East Sussex. please follow on twitter @WisebookFSW

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The Crypt Gallery will also be holding an exhibition of the owls on April 20th, 10.30am - refreshments available.

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Wednesday, 3rd April from 10:00 to 12:00 noon

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Wednesday, 10th April at 7:30pm “Henry Coxwell” The Seaford Balloonist An illustrated talk by Peter Fellows in the Tower Admission £2 (or £1 for members) 17th to 21st April during opening times

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‘I Remember, Or Do I?’ by Brenda May Saturday 30th March to Sunday April 7th Mon - Sat 10.30am - 4pm, Sun 12noon - 4pm.

Brenda May became interested in movement and form during her first career as a dancer, while her later work as a clinical psychologist combined with years of parenting established a strong interest in the complexities of life’s experiences. These inspirations led to a degree in Fine Art, followed by a postgraduate diploma in Printmaking.

Using an intuitive creative process, Brenda’s twodimensional works are mainly acrylic paint on paper, card wood or canvas, sometimes augmented by collage, found objects, wire or wood., her three-dimensional pieces using similar materials. This exhibition evokes scattered memories of houses that have been important to her, from frost patterns on windows to her father playing on the pianola. The images explore the unreliable accuracy of memory; they are reconstructions of hazy memories, displaced by time and the process of painting itself.

‘Catching My Imagination’ by Gaylord Meech Saturday 13th to Thursday 25th April Mon - Sat 10.30am - 4pm, Sun 12noon - 4pm, closed Mon. Born in the USA, Gaylord Meech has been fascinated since childhood with the power the visual arts have over the human imagination.

He immersed himself in studying the human form at Syracuse University, and advanced techniques of drawing, colour, printmaking, sculpture and photography under Josef Albers at Yale.

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Gaylord has lived in England for over 40 years, exhibitiing many times in Sussex. ‘Catching My Imagination’ is an exciting new collection of paintings, in which the two worlds of animal and human figures and faces are explored from contrasting perspectives. Sometimes dynamic, sometimes still, the paintings celebrate the rich variety of the life that is always around us.

‘Art Trouvée’ by JanaNicole Saturday 27th April to Thursday 9th May Tues - Sat 10.30am - 5pm, Sun 12noon - 5pm, clsoed Mon. JanaNicole is an American artist who lives at Whitestacks in Wilmington, a curious property that began life as a village school.

The pavillion in the garden is her studio, and it is here amongst the architecture and her collection of chickens, that wander freely around the grounds, that the inspiration for her new collection of paintings came about - recognising the extraordinary character of chickens. ‘These commonplace creatures are often considered more appealing as a lean meat than the handsome, beautiful, intelligent and charismatic creatures they really are’. JanaNicole trained at the California University of Northridge and the American College of Fine Art in London. She specialises in acrylic on canvas.

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BUTTERFLIES OF SEAFORD & SURROUNDING AREA April With the arrival of April comes the promise at last of warmer weather and longer daylight hours. The countryside at this time of year comes alive with flowers, young birds and insects including more butterflies.

The butterfly species that started to emerge in March increase in numbers throughout April and from the middle of the month several new species show for the first time.

On the sunny slopes of the Downs Grizzled Skippers can be seen. This is one of the smallest of our butterflies and they can appear from early April on the warmer south facing slopes where they fly fast and low over the short turf. The butterflies emerging on the cooler north facing slopes can be 2 to 3 weeks later. The slightly larger, duller and more common Dingy Skipper also starts to emerge in April, normally a week or so

later than the Grizzled Skipper.

Both these butterflies are often confused with day-flying moths as they are quite furry and they fly fast like moths. Good local places to look for both these species are around the outskirts of Friston Forest, High and Over, Cradle Valley and Bo Peep.

From the middle of the month Green Hairstreaks can be seen flying around bushes. Mainly on the Downs but also in sunny spots on the edges of woodland, this small butterfly always settles with its wings closed showing just the underside of their wings, which are green in colour. This camouflage means it is often overlooked by the casual observer. The males are very territorial and often fly up to investigate any passing insect before returning to its favoured bush. Although this butterfly is never common, it is widespread and can appear almost anywhere. Good local areas however do include the scrub between Belle Tout and Beachy Head as well as around the gorse bushes on Seaford Head Golf course.

The Pearl Bordered Fritillary in the 1970s was found in many of our broad-leaved woodlands, however, in the last 20 to 30 years the species has suffered a major loss and disappeared from all its former haunts in East Sussex. Fortunately the species is still found in good numbers in woodland near Arundel. In 2004 butterflies from the Arundel wood were released in Abbotts Wood in a bid to bring the butterfly back to East Sussex.

With careful management work carried out by the Forestry Commission the introduction has proved to be extremely successful with the butterfly now being found in several areas of the wood and during the latter part of April and throughout May this delightful butterfly can be seen flying strongly along the woodland rides.

For more information on local butterflies including recent sightings and how you can help butterflies and other wildlife visit www.sussex-butterflies.org.uk Bob Eade Photos clockwise from left: Green Hairstreak, Pearl Bordered Fritillary, Dingy Skipper, Grizzled Skipper.

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THE Mercread Youth Centre We are pleased to report, following the logo design competition, Harry Ward produced the winning design and the second prize was shared. We anticipate that Harry’s design will be used for all our publicity, and will shortly be appearing on our new website.

Following the success of the Urban Night with 30 young people trying fun activities such as DJ’ing, circus skills and professional football coaching, we have now launched a new session aimed at school Years 8 and 9 on Tuesday after school. This joins many other opportunities for young people in Seaford, some of which are listed below: Youth Club Sessions at Mercread Youth Centre Learn to cook, play X Box Kinnect, pool, table tennis, basketball, try new art activities and socialise with friends.

Tuesday Juniors - Year 8 & 9: Tuesday 3.30-5.30pm, £1 After School Cub - Year 6 & 7: Wednesday 3.30-6pm, £1 T.O.A.S.T. - Girls Only Group: Thursday 3.30-5.30pm, £1 Thursday Night - Year 9+: Thursday 6.30-8.30pm, £1 Seaford Youth Forum - Open to new members - an opportunity to have a say about what happens in your

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community for young people, Monday 6 - 7pm Tuesday Lunchtime Football: Indoor Kick about at Steyne Site Sports Hall, Year 7 & 8 (Seaford Head Students only).

Tuesday Football - Come and have a FREE kick about with your mates on the astro turf, Downs Leisure Centre, Year 7+, Tuesday 5-6pm Friday Football: Football Street League session with Brighton & Hove Albion in the Community on the all weather pitch, Downs Leisure Centre, Friday 9-10pm, £1 Mercread Youth Centre is lucky to have a strong dedicated team of volunteers of all ages who help support the running of the youth activities. Recently three of our young volunteers took part in a Leadership Residential Weekend which gave them the opportunity to develop their skills and their ability to run activities for other young people. We are always keen to enlist the help of willing, skilled volunteers to support the Centre in a number of ways including, maintenance, youth work and committee work. For more details please contact Roger Daw or Sam Whittaker at the centre on 01323 892531.

Details of all the opportunities are available at Mercread Youth Centre, distributed through Seaford schools and on our facebook page @ ‘Mercread Centre’.

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Seaford Silver Band Spring Concert This year the Band’s Spring Concert will be on Sunday 14th April at 7pm at Seaford Head Upper School Theatre in Arundel

Road, Seaford. The programme should appeal to all ages with pieces ranging from arrangements of a Mozart melody to up-to-the-minute music from the cinema screen. This year there is the added attraction of pupils from Seaford Primary School Choir who will give a vocal contrast to the Brass Band sound. They have recently performed in the Schools’ Concert at the O2 Arena in London. A donation to the School’s Music Department will be made from the proceeds of the concert. We also welcome back Donald Brown, Bagpiper, who will play a well-known Scottish melody.

The Band was formed shortly after the Great War as a brass and reed Band, similar to a modern Military or Concert Band. It was disbanded during the Second World War and restarted at the end of 1944 by a retired member. At the beginning a group of youngsters shared one French Horn! It was at this point that our President, John White, joined the Band. He will be playing in April!

At the end of the ’40s the Band changed to its current Brass Band format and over the years has performed at countless venues in and around Seaford, in France and in Germany, at our Twin Town, Bönningstedt and its Twin Town Crivitz.

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The Band is a registered charity and members do not profit financially from its activities. There are weekly rehearsals in Seaford and instruments and simple tuition are available to beginners. We enjoy the friendship and camaraderie that comes from working as a team and we enjoy entertaining those who stop and listen at the fêtes, garden parties, community events and formal concerts where we perform. We would love to see you!

Tickets £6, children 12 years old and under £3, telephone 01323 892424 or on the door.

Seaford Scene is a completely independent small business. All rights are reserved over the content and design of Seaford Scene unless agreed otherwise. The opinions expressed in editorial matter are not necessarily those of the publisher. Every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of entries. Seaford Scene cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage caused by errors, omissions or alterations and assumes no risk or liability for articles or adverts or the accuracy of the facts within them, that are provided by contributors. Seaford Scene does not endorse companies, products or services that appear in this magazine.

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Seaford Head Golf Club was a main reason why I moved to service. Fully insured the town, and the club is my favourite place – the views, the members, and the atmosphere!

What book are you reading? The Restless Spirit by Jessica Blair.

What is your favourite film? The Dambusters.

What is your favourite journey? It was to Eire (southern Ireland).

What is your favourite song or piece of music? Concierto de Aranjuez, Rodrigo and Carrickfergus.

What is your favourite smell? Pine woods in the early morning.

What is the first line of your favourite poem? When I am dead, my dearest, sing no sad songs for me, by Christina Rossetti.

What makes you sad? Seeing unhappiness of others and being unable to help, also upsetting others with an unkind but thoughtless remark.

What is the best advice you have ever been given?

Always be yourself, never try to be someone you are not!

What is your idea of perfect happiness? A fantastic game of golf with a hole in one (which I have yet to achieve – the hole in one that is!)

Which living person do you most admire? HM Queen Elizabeth II What is your greatest extravagance? My cars.

What has been your most embarrassing moment? Having passed out top of my gunnery course in Evanton, Scotland during the war, I was first to be presented with my air gunner’s brevet and sergeant’s stripes by the Group Captain. I marched up smartly – and forgot to salute him – clang!!!!

What is the most important lesson life has taught you? Try to be tolerant and if possible help others with words or deeds.

What words or phrases do you most overuse? I’m not getting at you!

What is your greatest fear? Not being able to look after myself – incontinence and having to move into an old people’s home – I would dread that! (I am now 92).

Which person in history would you most like to meet?

Sir Winston Churchill What would your motto be? If you have a good idea, never let it go to waste.

Anything else you may like to include? Having been involved with charitable work for 65 years I would like to be able to continue and make it 70 years at least!

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SEAFORD NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETY Come and join us - we start our 2013 season of outdoor meetings on 2nd April with a stroll near Blatchington Golf course to look for spring flowers.

On 23rd April we are going to Hertsmonceux to look for Bluebells and possibly the much rarer Spring Beauty we spotted there last year. Our outdoor meetings are gentle walks usually lasting about two and a half hours.

They generally take place on Tuesdays – see the listings in Seaford Scene for details. We look forward to seeing our current members and welcoming visitors and prospective new members on these walks. We suggest that visitors make a £1 donation.

Seaford Natural History Society has been going for 53 years now - we are a friendly group, with some members who are great experts in various aspects of natural history and others who are novices keen to learn about plants, birds and insects in our lovely Sussex countryside. For more information about the society, please visit our website www.seafordnaturalhistory.org. uk or ring 01323 491964.

Out and about in April April is a glorious time to be out in the countryside - it feels like everything is springing into life. It’s lovely to be outside and more enjoyable still if you can identify some of the wildlife around you. Predicting what will be seen in April, however, is a perilous business – it all depends on the weather. But the Blackthorn bushes should be developing their white blossom, Early Purple Orchids will be beginning to appear and with a bit of luck we’ll see Cowslips by the roadside between Burling Gap and Beachy Head.

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The spring bird migration has already started by April and the first half of the month is often quite quiet. During the second half, however, the migration will be in full swing and the dawn chorus is often reaching its peak. Look out for the first Common Swift around the middle of the month. For many, however, the most impressive spectacle is simply the sheer number of birds passing over this part of the coast – although whether they actually stop to feed and rest on Seaford Head and the Lower Cuckmere depends entirely upon the weather because a southerly wind and clear skies overnight encourage incoming passerines to pass straight over our part of the coast as they rapidly make their way inland to favoured breeding locations.

The second half of the month is also an exciting period for sea watchers, particularly given a steady wind from the south or south-eastern quarter. In these conditions the passage of Great and Arctic Skuas passing Splash Point can be extremely impressive.

On a more sombre note, keep an eye out for Ash trees.

They are in bud and flower in April and are usually another welcome sign of spring but this year they are a reminder of the threat of ash dieback disease (chalara fraxinea). According to the Forestry Commission, the disease has reached East Sussex. The infected trees are in the wider countryside rather than in tree nurseries and well to the north of here – so far (25 February 2013) there have been no sightings near the coast. Still, we need to be alert to the signs of ash dieback – stem discolouration (healthy olive brown stems which change to purple and brown) and diamond-shaped lesions are the things to look out for at this time of the year.

If you would like more information on ash trees and ash dieback, visit the Forestry Commission’s website at http://www.forestry.gov.uk/chalara or look out for leaflets on the subject.

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Arts@thecrypt, Seaford’s Crypt Gallery in Church Street is becoming well known locally for exhibitions and cultural events.

In the last year we have hosted art and photography exhibitions, children’s events, poetry and literary evenings, a Christmas Craft Fair, and recently a talk about Farley Farm where Lee Miller the famous war photographer lived.

We have a thriving Friends group with details and membership forms as well as up-to-date information about events, all availableon our new website: thecryptgallery.com or can be found at the Tourist Information Office in Church Street. Anyone wishing to hire all or part of the Crypt can contact Gemma on 01323 894870.

Our next event is on Saturday 20th April from 10.30 1pm. This will be an owl-themed exhibition in association with Wise Books, Seaford latest book shop run by Giles Paley-Phillips and others. The shop supports the charity Family Support Work (FSW) and their logo is an owl.

Giles has recieved many paintings, drawings and collages of owls and we think it will be fun to exhibit them and to have some owly activities for children! We hope people will join us for a coffee and the chance to see how many talented people there are in Seaford. We will also have Friends membership forms available. We hope to see you there.

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They are supported by their President, Lord Denis Healey, who attends all of their concerts at the ripe old age of 95!

On Sunday 28th April, at 4pm in St Thomas More Catholic Church, Sutton Road, Seaford, the Corelli Ensemble will be performing a programme of Russian Music, including Stravinsky’s charming “Pulcinella Suite” from his ballet of the 1920s, the spellbinding Romance from Shostakovich’s “The Gadfly”, and Tchaikovsky’s beautiful “Serenade for Strings”.

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Review

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Friday 15th - Saturday 23rd February 2013

In the great tradition of the classic Ealing Comedies, Philip Goulding’s adaptation of the much-loved film to a stage play presented an enjoyable evening of warm good humour and insight into the variety of characters in a rural community. Set in 1952 it is a story of villagers rallying around to run their own branch line when it is threatened by closure, despite the best efforts of wily competitors and the red tape of Transport Ministry officialdom.

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The charm and wit of the play were brought to life by the enthusiastic and versatile cast, most of whom played two roles and all of whom were convincing in their characters. With stand-out performances by Mike Piller playing both the conniving would-be bus company mogul ‘Vernon Crump’, and the local gentleman bon vivant and drunk ‘Mr Valentine’, and also Roland Boorman as train-enthusiast ‘Reverend Sam Weech’, and officious councilman ‘Mr Blakeworth’. Both actors were well-matched alongside the characters of ‘Joan Weech’, played with just the right mix of steely determination and charm by Jenny Humphries and the forceof-nature character of ‘Lady Edna Chesterford’ played with verve and wit

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Lee Powney brought a warm mirth to his roles as Vernon’s putupon son ‘Harry Crump’ and the stiffly backboned ‘Sergeant Wilson’, both of whom ‘took a shine’ to the delectable barmaid Joan Weech – but only Harry won her heart in the end. Phil Armstrong gave strong performances in his roles as ‘Mr Ruddock’ and ‘Mr Clegg’ – the latter being the ‘Man from the Ministry’ who seemed to take too much note of the saucy ‘Miss Coggett’, played with a wiggle and a wink by Andrea Lowe, who made the right decision in the end to uphold the dreams of the village and let them run their own beloved branch line.

Sue Shephard, as ‘Mrs Bottomley’ and Martin Adams as good-old ‘Dan Taylor’, and David Heathcote as ‘Clifton’ rounded out the rest of the superb cast line-up. The audience had great fun and thoroughly enjoyed yet another brilliant show by The Little Theatre.

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Feeling fruity One of the many useful aspects of a community garden is the opportunity it gives to exchange ideas, and when Katie came up with the notion of growing and training a couple of new apple trees using the step-over technique we were intrigued. The great advantage, she told us, is that you don’t need a large amount of space in which to harvest a good quantity of fruit. These new trees will be in addition to our existing fruit collection of an unnamed apple tree and pear tree, which bear tasty fruits, two plum trees, which hopefully will be big enough to fruit this year, and a blackcurrant bush; we have also recently bought another rhubarb, pickings from our existing plant being very popular when the rosy-pink stalks make their appearance at the sales table behind the gates of the garden at The Crouch.

Climbing fruit like blackberries and raspberries recently underwent a timely prune ready to take advantage of some fine carpentry by Dan who is building some robust and good-looking supports from which baskets can be hung later on. He also has plans for much-needed staging and for building raised beds for wheelchair users; thanks to Paul at Seahaven Lions for his practical advice on this.

Right now Richard, our youngest volunteer, is watching the wildlife pond with an eagle eye for first sight of the tadpoles and insects that thrive in this little oasis. He is planning to leave us with a chart explaining the pond life when he leaves us to go to Plumpton College, a gift that will give particular pleasure to James, our longest-serving volunteer – yes James, you deserve a medal – who built and planted the pond and has always maintained it.

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Our daffodils were very popular and quickly sold out, but some tulips are still available. Meanwhile, a few weeks back we planted up 100 pelargonium plugs and these will be on sale as soon as they are hardy enough, to brighten up everyone’s pots, baskets and beds.

At the time of writing we have lots of green shoots in our veg beds, produce from which will be picked fresh for you to buy each Wednesday morning from 9.30am to 12.30pm, so do drop in, not just to purchase but to see what we get up to and to pitch in with your ideas too. We look forward to giving you the grand tour. The Garden Team Photos: An apple, good enough to eat and Dan’s the man for carpentry

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ou may ask, “What do I get if I join the Seaford & District Horticultural Society?”

Well, the Annual Subscription of £6 covers the whole household not just the applicant. Some other societies charge extra for partners or families.

New members will be issued with a copy of our Schedule & Programme for 2013.This will detail all of our activities for this year. Members may participate in our eight monthly social evenings, four coach outings and our two “shows” which we hold every year.

They will be issued with a Paradise Park Loyalty Scheme card.This gives them a £1 plant token every time they spend £10 or more at Paradise Park.

They will also get invitations to their special Loyalty Card customer events.

Members also qualify for discounts from some of our local businesses that kindly sponsor or advertise in our 2013 Programme.

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The first of our annual coach outings is always an afternoon mystery tour with a stop for refreshments. Later coach trips are to Cambridge Botanical Gardens, then Saville Gardens with a Thames river cruise and finally a trip to the famous Bruges Christmas Market. Our Social Evening speakers include Barry Newman on “Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit”, Steven Moore on “extending the season” and Peter White (Seaford Town Cryer). All of our Social Evenings include refreshments and a raffle. Finally, at the end of November we have our Annual General Meeting, which now includes the presentation of all cups, trophies and medals won during the year.This is a popular evening and is combined with our special bumper grand raffle.

We are affiliated to the RHS (Royal Horticultural Society). From 2013 the RHS has introduced their new and exciting Garden Holiday

APRIL checklist

3 Start sowing seed under glass and if it’s warm enough also sow some outside.

Brochure of World Wide Tours operated by Collette Worldwide Holidays.These holidays offer some of the finest horticultural-themed holidays and escorted tours to Europe, America, Japan and New Zealand. Our members will qualify for free transport by taxi to and from airports, a special £60 discount on the price of the holiday plus a year’s free RHS membership. Current and new members can obtain a copy of the RHS 2013-14 Garden Holiday Brochure from Mike Parker on 01323898733.

Further information and membership application forms can be obtained from the Seaford Information Centre in Church Street or from our website www. seaford-sussex.co.uk/sdhs.

Alternatively you may telephone Sylvia (Membership Secretary) on 01323891954 or Mike Parker (Chairman) on 01323-898733.

Please also see our monthly full-page article in your Seaford Scene magazine.

This is full of helpful horticultural hints, comments and advice.

3 Harden off ready-sown plants obtained from garden centres or

Alternatively please complete the slip at the bottom of this page and send it

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MEMBERS’ NOTICE BOARD We have our first coach outing on April 25th. This is our popular Mystery Tour. Our Social Evening is also on April 25th at 7pm and the guest speaker is Diana Crook on “Ragged Lands – Viscountess Wolseleys’ College for Lady Gardeners at Glynde”.

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Coming back along the coastline we pass the Cuckmere valley, Camber Sands (with its majestic sand dunes) and the Pevensey Levels which are wonderful for their bird life, wild flowers and peace and quiet.

So much information to take in and make notes on but Geoffrey kept members and visitors interested for over an hour. Certainly, a speaker to invite back in the future.

Our 2013 outings programme is now available – please phone Anne for more information. Non-members are more than welcome to join us. We are to visit Down Place in April and Charts Edge Garden in May, plus three later venues.

Our next talk on Wednesday, 24 April, will be by Mrs Amanda Millar at 7.30 pm in the Clinton Centre, Clinton Place, Seaford. The subject will be ‘Working with Bats’ – a very informative talk. Please use the entrance door opposite Tesco’s. Visitors are more than welcome for a fee of £2 or you can join for a yearly fee of £10 – there are no extra entry charges. Refreshments are available, with a raffle several times in the year. Do come and join us for an enjoyable evening in pleasant company – you will not be disappointed. More information can be obtained by phoning Anne Silk on 01323 491331 or go to the website www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/sgc.

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“It’s about being there to do what other people find difficult. I find that they save up things for my weekly visit. Now I’m looking forward to lawnmowing season.”

Ultimately though, the business is a gardening (not landscaping) business and it is in the garden where Ian is in his element. His attention to detail is impressive - it would be impossible for him to walk away without trimming and finishing the edges of the lawn. This added value is what helps him stand out from others.

With 25 years of financial services under his belt, it would be fair to assume that Ian was getting ready to start winding down. On the contrary, he has made the decision to change direction entirely and fulfil his ambition to work outside.

Like his grandfather before him, Ian has always had a passion for gardening, especially his lawn.

So, how is Ian going to prove that he is better than it says on the tin? “I’m offering new customers their first hour for free! All they have to do is book their first two-hour slot and I will come along and show that it is value for money.”

All Seasons Gardening was set up to offer something different; “When I spoke to people, I found that they were paying one person for their lawn mowing, another for the back-breaking digging and weeding, another for clearance and tidying and Interestingly, over 80% of Ian’s new business has yet another if they wanted lawn care. On top of come from customer referrals, which is extremely this, if they wanted something else like a few repairs encouraging. to a shed or fence, they had to pay someone else for their time.” Ian’s thoughts were that this was Introductory Offer simply uneconomical and that savings could be Book 2 hours and get the made by having one person who was willing to first hour FREE! do everything relating to the garden.

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He prefers to work in two-hour slots, which allows his clients to plan ahead. Since starting the business (in the middle of the winter) Ian has found himself clearing gutters, fixing fences, planting bulbs and even washing fascias and soffits.

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“Wait”, you are saying “surely Midnight Cowboy was released long before Gatsby?” and you would be correct, except of course this is long before video tapes or DVDs, not to mention the various ‘on-demand’ sources of film we have today. So it was quite usual for the programme to include older films of note.

Despite the multitude of ways to access films today, none of them can replicate the communal act of sitting in a cinema and sharing the experience of film. I bet everyone else in the cinema was crying with me and it didn’t matter that the film was five years old. When we choose films for Seaford Community Cinema we are essentially offering the same experience, a cinema at the heart of the community and a hand-picked programme of recent films of merit. We hope our audience agrees but if not, please let us have suggestions for your community cinema via the website “http://www.seafordcinema.org” Tickets from our website, on the door or from Seaford Tourist Information Centre, Church Road.

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SEAHAVEN LIONESS CLUB

After a quiet couple of months through the depths of winter the Lionesses are now geared up for a busy season of fundraising:

Saturday Stalls The Saturday morning bric-a-brac stalls in Tansley’s Yard, off Broad Street, will be starting as soon after Easter as the weather allows. Do look out for us while you are doing your weekend shopping.

Lioness Awareness Coffee Morning If you would like to learn a bit more about what Lionesses do and why they do it come along and have a cup of coffee with us at the Old Plough, Church Street on Thursday morning, 11th April, any time between 11am and 1pm. We will have photos etc of the Club’s activities and information about the wider world of Lions and Lioness Clubs. You will be put under no pressure to join – we would just like more people to understand what we are about. However, if you would like to see more at one of our regular meetings you will, Page of course, be most welcome.

Charity Quiz On Friday 19th April we are having a Charity Quiz at the Downs Leisure Centre. It will start at 7.30pm and finish at about 10pm. Tickets are £5 each and can be purchased from Stephen Newberry Estate Agents in Church Street or from Lioness Pat on 01323 894085.

Barn Dance On Friday 8th March the Seaford Constitutional Club rang to the sound of fiddles and fancy footwork as the Lionesses hosted a Barn Dance with the Band Ded Efnik.

The band and caller did a fantastic job and everyone joined in with enthusiasm. The joy of Barn Dances is that you don’t have to be a great dancer and no-one minds if it all goes horribly wrong. You just do your best and have fun, which everyone seemed to be doing on Friday.

The hundred or so people there helped us raise around £400.00 for Leo House at Home Children’s Hospice Service, which provides home visits and support by specialised nurses for children and young adults with life-limiting conditions, and their families. This was the first time the Lionesses had organised a Barn Dance, but hopefully it won’t be the last. Watch this space!

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SCORING GOALS

By B J Kibble

200 lines for my misplaced affections. I thanked him. I wanted to ask him for ten dollars -- I didn’t.

12.30pm. Gary has another brainstorm during lunch. I should stow away on a ship to Iceland, or hijack a bus to Iraq where it’s quiet. I thanked him. I’m feeling generous.

I’m convinced that thanking everybody will force God into bringing an avenging angel upon Briscoe. He doesn’t, and as I’m lobbing a ball into the side of the goal net from thirty yards, Briscoe’s on the sideline. Face grim and contorted, he’s chewing something with a bone in it. I’d like to think it’s chicken, but it’s probably the remnants of some poor kid’s arm or leg.

His sidekick, Oscar Lemming (his parents obviously had a natural instinct for animal similarities) was on tiptoes, big eyes wide. He smiled gleefully at me. He likes to watch a good fight. It’s on-the-job training for every bully’s apprentice.

Chrissy waved from behind the goal. I pumped my chest up, threw my head back and waved like a hero on a podium.

Heck, I’m suddenly worried about my stick insect legs in my large shorts. She doesn’t care. She thought all heroes were entitled to one drawback.

The skinny Lemming bounded over. He clenched his puny fists, an attempt to look tough, but he couldn’t blow up an empty potato chip bag.

“What do you want?” I snapped.

“Billy’s upped the ante to twenty bucks.”

“What!”

His grin split his freckled face in two. “Not a problem, we trust.”

Instead of the ball, I’m going to kick him. He seemed to read this. He backed off, turned, stumbled and then ran back to his keeper.

Chrissy is now waving like a lunatic. I, of course, wave back like an all-action-hero. Huh, more like a maniac heading for the ER. Another precise kick and yet another ball glides into the top of the net. A confirmation that I’m better at soccer than dying. It’s good to be good at something. I want to play for the US team in the World Cup. Chrissy wants me to join the Marines, become an officer, win a crate of medals and live in a smart condo with two toy poodles--and her!

Briscoe, on the other hand, wants me for dinner.

1.30pm. Gary’s final suggestion during Math class is supposed to be fail-proof. I will collapse and be carried off to the hospital earlier than planned. I asked him, quietly gnawing my bottom lip, what about tomorrow and the next day and so on? He shrugged and slipped another gobstopper in his ever-open mouth from a rustling bag under his desk. Mrs. Donnelley caught me delving in for one. Guess what? I got detention, but it was an extra hour’s reprieve from a beating.

Perhaps Briscoe would have a sudden bout of amnesia or read a book about Mother Teresa during this precious sixty minutes. If I had the money, I’d buy him a copy.

8.00am. The bells rang loud and clear through the halls of Butte County Middle School. Billy Briscoe slammed me against the lockers outside classroom 5B. Spitting bits of onion ring, he whispered, “Ten dollars, Reed you slimy weed, or end of the day-out back.” He wiped saliva from his lips with his dirty shirt sleeve. “Then I’m gonna stomp your bones.”

Today, he seems twenty-foot taller and wider than me.

His boa constrictor fingers tightened around my skinny neck, choking away my short life. The trapped blood boiled in my head until I thought it would explode like a melon struck by a dumb-dumb bullet.

“Okay okay.You’ll get your money.” When it comes to tackling a Big Foot, I’m no hero. Trouble was, I didn’t have the cash: worst was, I didn’t know how to get it.

Gary Tate waddled up to me. My best friend grinned like he’d scoffed another box of doughnuts to widen his too-fat frame. He sniffed; he’s always sniffing as if he has a permanent cold. Gary could sniffle for an American gold medal at the Olympics, if he ever found time between snacks.

He said, “Don’t worry about that creep. He’s a bag of wind.”

“That bag of wind is going to flatten me.”

“So what you gonna do, run?”

I shook my head. “I ain’t losing face in front of Chrissy.”

“Man, you won’t have a face when Briscoe’s finished. Pay the guy.”

“With what?”

Gary shrugged.

“Will you lend me ten bucks?”

He laughed from his sneakers up. “Yeah, right. I’m falling over them.”

10.00am. Morning break and I’m hiding in the bathroom.

Billy Briscoe’s giant fists loom in my mind. I wanted to sign up for the witness protection program.

I caught Melvin Grimmond at the door and tried to sell him my schoolbooks. Melvin was the thick-spectacled, studious looking nerd you’d think would buy dirt for a garden from a fast talking salesman. He wasn’t having it though. He told me - TOLD ME! - that nasties like Briscoe need cutting down to size. He said I should make a stand and land the first punch. I snatched his glasses and huffed on them, then planted them back on his egg-shaped head. He wandered off, feeling his way along the green tile wall with two thin, bonewhite hands.

10.30am. English. Chrissy Pasternack turned and grinned at me from the front of the class. She thinks I’m her hero. I am, but I’m also the strong silent type. Rescuing cats from trees is as dangerous as my life should get. She doesn’t know this yet.

She has heard about the fight and is sure who’s going to win.

To be continued...

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JUST VOICES...ONE YEAR ON Blatchington Hill Townswomen’s Guild The 30th of April brings Seaford a new group for ladies.

Blatchington Hill Townswomen’s Guild will offer ladies of all ages the opportunity to get together once a month to exchange ideas and views, develop new skills, campaign on various issues, support each other, make new friends and above all have fun.

The programme of events will include a wide variety of activities such as: • Guest and member speakers • Serious and gossipy discussion groups • Lunch and supper club • Cinema, theatre trips and days out • Quiz nights and card club •Arts, crafts, music, drama.

These are only a few ideas - your suggestions will always be most welcome.

As a new group we will be looking for both members and committee members to help shape and take this exciting venture forward. Above all we want Blatchington Hill TG to provide a stimulating, enjoyable and vibrant organisation which will be of interest to all age groups.

If you would like to find out more, why not come and enjoy a glass of wine at our launch meeting 7.30pm on Tuesday 30th April, Seaford Golf Club, Firle Road or our first full meeting at 7.30pm on Tuesday 14th May, St Peter’s Church Hall, Belgrave Road?

Townswomen’s Guild is a national organisation formed in 1929 to advance the education of women, irrespective of race, creed and party so as to enable them to make the best contribution towards the common good.

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Just Voices is a gem at the heart of Seaford. The group was formed a year ago and has grown naturally and beautifully into a choir at the centre of the community, where people come together and sing for the pure joy of it.

There is no accompaniment, no music to read, Just (our) Voices, learning by ear and marvelling at the sound we create (a ‘Natural Voices’ approach). We sing in a circle so that we can hear ourselves and each other. The notes travel around it, as do the smiles and the laughter.

There are many ‘tingle factor’ moments too! One singer remarked: ‘Where so much communication these days is on a superficial level, it is lovely to get together with people and simply sing.’ Songs are collected from all over the world and include the rich harmonies of Georgian music, the infectious rhythms of Africa and the lilting melodies of our own English and Celtic traditions. There is no audition for ‘Just Voices’, but you will need to be able to sing in tune. We meet on Mondays from 2pm to 3.30pm at St James’ Trust, Blatchington Road. The first session of the summer term will be on April 15th, and to celebrate our first birthday, it will be FREE to newcomers.

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Seaford Museum needs Volunteers Your local museum is housed in the oldest and most distinctive building on our town’s seafront: Martello Tower No. 74. Constructed in 1810 as the last in a series of fortifications around Essex, Kent and Sussex it was a defensive fort supporting one large cannon to be used against Napoleon’s forces. Luckily, the French never came and in time the tower became successively a coastguard station, café and roller-skating rink and is now a museum.

Those who have visited the Museum know that local and military history forms only part of the content. A cavalcade of domestic and social memorabilia of the 20th century makes up more than half of the displays, and together with tableaux of shops, a school room, and Victorian and wartime kitchens, provides a wider interest to both visitors and stewards. Membership, providing a regular magazine and free entry to the Tower, is only £5 per year.

During the summer months the Martello Tower is open to visitors on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons and on Sunday morning and afternoon. The Museum

is run entirely by volunteer members of the Seaford Museum & Heritage Society. To enable us to open we are looking for more volunteers to help with the stewarding.

We normally have two stewards and a senior steward on duty. Stewarding initially involves meeting people and making them welcome, and is usually an enjoyable time.

The welcome element is particularly important when manning the entrance desk and shop. There is no prior knowledge needed to become a steward – we all learn on the job and there is always a senior steward to deal with difficult queries. The average commitment is two hours per month but you can do more or less than this according to circumstances.

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VALUATION DAY Gorringes of Lewes are hosting a ‘Valuation Day’ at the Downs 60 Plus Club on Friday the 3rd May. Entrance is free and there is a small charge of just £1 per item or 5 items for £4. Gorringes are particularly interested in jewellery, silver, watches and tea caddies but all items will be given an opinion.

Visitors will also be able to view a selection of craft items – all hand made by local people. Some craft items will be on sale during the day. Doors open from 10am and close at 4pm. Delicious home-made cakes, teas and coffees will be available.

The club is located in an old, single-story, flint barn in the grounds of the Downs Leisure Centre. There is a bus stop close by and plenty of free parking alongside the club and around the back of the leisure centre.

Sat nav ref BN25 4QW. Don’t miss this opportunity – it’s two events in one and all proceeds go to help run this popular local club. www.Seaford60plusclub.yolasite.com

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WHAT’S ON?

Friday 5th Seaford Hard of Hearing Club St James’ Clubhouse, Blatchington Road, Seaford 2pm. Talk by Tony Flood ‘My Life with the Stars’. Tel: 01323 898628 Seaford Community Cinema Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane 7.30pm. ‘Skyfall’ (Cert. 12A).

Tickets £6/£5/£3.50. Advance booking at Seaford Tourist Office or online. www.seafordcinema.org Seaford Folk Club The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road 8pm. Singers and Musicians Night. All welcome. www.seafordfolkclub.com The Hampden Arms South Heighton Jam Night - electric and acoustic.

Tel: 01273 514529 or 07873 751166 Saturday 6th Newhaven Fort Fort Road, Newhaven ‘Stitch for Victory’ touring exhibition. 01273 517622. www.newhavenfort.org.uk Seaford National Trust Association Spring Fair St Leonard’s Church Hall 10am - 11.30am. Cakes, savouries, accessories, gifts, books, puzzles, raffle and more. Entrance 50p including refreshments. Tel: 01323 899573.

Historical Guided Tour of Seaford Seaford Tourist Information Centre, 37 Church Street 10.30am. Tickets available from Seaford TIC or on the day.

Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane, Seaford 6.45pm. Fun Night, with basket meals.

Tel: 01323 890087

Saturday 6th - Sunday 7th Sussex Guild Contemporary Art Show Village Hall and St Margaret’s Church, Ditchling 10am - 5pm. Local crafts and meet the designer makers. £2 admisssion. Tel: 01273 479565 Saturday 6th - Sunday 14th Newhaven Fort Fort Road, Newhaven ‘Stitch for Victory’ touring exhibition. www.newhavenfort.org.uk Sunday 7th Guided Tour of Seaford Cemetery Seaford Tourist Information Centre, 37 Church Street 2pm. Tickets available from Seaford TIC or on the day.

Monday 8th Seaford Seniors’ Forum AGM Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road 2pm. Meeting, followed by refreshments. Speakers from the NHS on ‘Changes in Local Acute Health Care’ and from Sussex Housing & Care.

Tuesday 9th Probus Club of Seaford Seven Sisters Hotel, Alfriston Rd 12 noon for 1pm lunch.

Monthly meeting with 3-course meal and speaker. Tel: 01323 894939 or 01323 897546.

Guest House Storytellers Hillcrest Community Centre, Hillcrest Road, Newhaven 7 for 7.30pm. ‘Tales from Lands of Mystery and Desire’ by Sarah Rundle. Tickets £7 on the door or £6 in adv. from Hillcrest café, email rondaarmitage@ hotrmail.com, tel: 01825 873477.

Hillcrest Centre café opens at 7pm. www.hillcrestcentre.co.uk/ activities/storytelling.html Wednesday 10th Seaford Women’s Institute Claremont Hall, Claremont Rd 2pm. Speaker Helen Wagstaff on ‘Jams & Pickles’. Tombola stall.

Guests welcome to meetings.

New Moon Gong Ceremony Gong Gardens, Sutton Road 6.30pm for 7pm start. Voluntary £10 contribution or exchange.

Free Gong session and CD for pregnant ladies. Tel: 01323 890101 or 07973 227175.

Seaford & District Stamp Club Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd 7.15pm. Alan Brown ‘Herstmonceux and Local Villages in Postcards’. Tel: 01323 890699 www.seafordstampclub.co.uk

Sat 30th March - Mon 1st April Newhaven Fort Fort Road, Newhaven ‘Hands on History’. Fun activities for all ages, including WW2 paintball guns, leatherworking and make your own gas mask.

Tel: 01273 517622. www.newhavenfort.org.uk Sat 30th March - Sun 7th April ‘I Remember, Or Do I?’, Brenda May Hop Gallery, Castle Ditch Lane, Lewes Sat 30th 12.30pm - 2.30pm, Mon - Sat 10.30am - 4pm, Sun 12 noon - 4pm. Work capturing memory snippets of past homes.

Tel: 07740 424949 www. hopgallery.com Sat 30th March - Sun 21st April Eastbourne Festival Various locations Theatre, dance, concerts, exhibitions and artists’ open houses and studios. www.eastbournefestival.co.uk Sunday 31st March Sunrise Service Martello Tower 7.30am. Tel Seaford Baptist Church on 01323 896009.

All-age Easter Celebration Seaford Baptist Church 10am. Tel: 01323 896009.

Monday 1st April Newhaven Fort Fort Road, Newhaven 1.30pm and 2.45pm. Jaws ‘n’ Claws animal handling workshops. Places must be booked in advance on 01273 517622. www.newhavenfort.org.uk The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Free Juke Box evening Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk Monday 1st - Sunday 14th April Newhaven Fort, Fort Road Easter Quiz trail. www.newhavenfort.org.uk Tuesday 2nd Seaford Head Probus Club Seaford Golf Club, Blatchington Monthly meeting and lunch for members and guests.

Tel: 01323 896373 Seaford Natural History Society Blatchington Golf Course 2.30pm. Meet at bridle path Firle Rd (park top of Firle Rd/ Royal Drive). Ref: TQ485008.

Tel: 01323 491964 www. seafordnaturalhistory.org.uk

East Blatchington Lectures St Peter’s Church, Belgrave Road, Seaford 2.30pm. Norman Baker MP. Tickets £5 including refreshments, available from Stephen Newberry Estate Agents, Church Street or tel: 01323 891910.

Seahaven Friendship Club Seaford Constitutional Club, Crouch Lane 8pm. We welcome old and new members to join us in a wide range of social events. For more information, tel the membership secretary 01323 895625 Tuesday 2nd - Friday 5th Transformers Holiday Club Seaford Baptist Church 10am - 12 noon. Monsters incl for primary school kids. Booking essential. Tel: 01323 896009 Wednesday 3rd Seaford Museum & Heritage Society Seaford Museum, Martello Tower 10am - 12 noon. Easter holiday event for children. Tel: 01323 898222 www.seafordmuseum.co.uk

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The Wednesday Group Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd 7.30pm. Meeting in the Wesley Room. Laura Crowther ‘Vision Action’. Tel: 01323 891003 Thursday 4th Seaford Inner Light Club St Peter’s Hall, Belgrave Road 2pm. Entertainment, tea & raffle.

Monthly meeting for Blind & Partially Sighted Persons.

Tel: 01323 899592.

Seaford Bonfire Society Open Committee Meeting The White Lion Hotel, Claremont Road 7pm. A chance to join and meet the committee. www.seafordbonfire.co.uk Family Roots, Eastbourne & District Family History Society Ocklynge School,Victoria Drive, Eastbourne 7.15 for 7.30pm. AGM followed by a talk ‘Look at the Bright Side of Life’ by Dave Chester. Book stand and help desk available.

Visitors £1.50 inc refreshments. new members welcome.

Tel: 01323 731792 www.eastbournefhs.org.uk

Seaford Twinning Association 37 Church St (Council Chamber), Seaford 7.15pm for 7.30pm’Town Criers and Bellmen Past and Presents’.

Talk by Town Crier Peter White.

Admission £1. To book a fish and chip supper (at cost) to follow the talk, phone Garry asap on 01424 201610.

The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Rob (our very own Elvis).

Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk

Seaford Museum & Heritage Society Seaford Museum, Martello Tower 7.30pm. ‘Henry Coxwell,, the Seaford Balloonist’. Illustrated talk by Peter Fellows. £2/£1 members. Tel: 01323 898222 www.seafordmuseum.co.uk Wednesday 10th - Saturday 13th Synergy Theatre’s ‘Blithe Spirit’ Kingston Parish Hall 7.30pm. Tickets £7 from 01273 301444 or 01273 474303 or boxoffice@ thesynergytheatre.co.uk www.thesynerhytheatre.co.uk Thursday 11th Seahaven Lioness Awareness Coffee Morning Old Plough, Church Street 11am - 1pm. Come and learn more about what the Seahaven Lioness Club do, and why. All welcome, no pressure to join.

Friday 12th Charity Bingo and Quiz Night St James’ Clubhouse, Blatchington Road, Seaford 7pm - 10pm. Tickets £3.50.

Tel: 01323 492800.

Seaford Folk Club The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road 8pm. Geoff Higginbottom. One of the great entertainers of the folk scene makes his annual visit. www.seafordfolkclub.com The Hampden Arms South Heighton Road Dogs. Tel: 01273 514529 or 07873 751166 Friday 12th - Sunday 14th Retro Plus Market!

The Crypt Gallery, Church St 11am - 5pm. Top quality second hand/vintage clothes, collectables, retro-style handcrafted items, photography, paintings and more. Café with homemade cakes. Entry 50p, kids free. Tel 07956 555688 www.staffordroadopenhouse. blogspot.com Saturday 13th Seahaven Scouts Boot Sale Seaford Head Lower School, Steyne Road 9am - 1pm (buyers), sellers 8.30am. Sorry, no food sellers or dogs.

Spring Bazaar Seaford Bowling Club, Chichester Road 10am - 12 noon. Stalls include cakes, preserves, crafts, jewellery, books, puzzles and bedding plants. Raffle and tombola.

Lunchtime Concert St. Leonard’s Church, Seaford 1pm. Noelle Casella (violoncello) and Sebastian Grand (piano). Concert approx 1 hour. Free and self-supporting with donations given by our generous audience.

Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane, Seaford 8pm. Ameritz.

Tel: 01323 890087 Saturday 13th - Thursday 25th ‘Catching My Imagination’, Gaylord Meech Hop Gallery, Castle Ditch Lane, Lewes Sun 14th 12.30pm - 2.30pm, Tues - Sat 10.30am - 4pm, Sun 12 - 4pm, closed Monday. New collection of paintings exploring the richness of human and animal life.Tel: 07740 424949 www.hopgallery.com Sunday 14th Cuckmere Valley Transition Litlington Village Hall 4pm. Film Show with tea, cakes and discussion after. Admission by donation. Tel: Jane Jones on 01323 870409 Seaford Silver Band Spring Concert Seaford Head School Theatre Hall, Arundel Rd 7pm. Tickets £6/£3 12 years and under., available on the door or tel: 01323 892424 Monday 15th Seaford National Trust Assoc.

Theatre Royal, Brighton 7.45pm. ‘The Mousetrap’ theatre outing. Coach leaves Seaford 6.30pm, several pick up points. Tickets £34 including coach and theatre. Tel: 01323 892750 Wednesday 17th Seaford Women’s Institute Claremont Hall, Claremont Rd 2pm. Scrabble.

Wednesday 17th - Sunday 21st Seaford Museum & Heritage Society Seaford Museum, Martello Tower 2pm - 4pm Weds and Sat, 11am - 4pm Sun. ‘‘Stitch for Victory’ touring exhibition from Eastbourne Redoubt. Tel: 01323 898222 www.seafordmuseum.co.uk Thursday 18th Sussex Wildlife Trust Seaford and Eastbourne Area Group Victoria Baptist Church, Eldon Road, Eastbourne 7.30pm. ‘Rye Harbour Nature Reserve’ . Illustrated talk by Dr Barry Yates, Reserve Manager.

Preceded by very short

AGM. £2 members, £3 visitors.

Tel: 01323 506540 or 07704 839573. www.sussexwildlifetrust. org.uk/eastbourne Friday 19th Seahaven Lioness Club Charity Quiz Downs Leisure Centre 7.30pm. Tickets £5 each, available from Stephen Newberry Estate Agents, Church Street, or from Lioness Pat on 01323 894085 Seaford Community Cinema Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane 7.30pm. ‘The Hunt’ (Cert. 15).

Tickets £6/£5/£3.50. Advance booking at Seaford Tourist Office or at www.seafordcinema.org Seaford Music Society Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd 7.45pm. The Florin String Trio.

Programme includes Mozart and Beethoven. Tickets £12/£5 students, available on the door.

Tel: 01323 895812 www.seafordmusicsociety.com Seaford Folk Club The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road 8pm. Dave Beckett and Eddi Armer. Top blues guitarist and harmonica virtuoso. www.seafordfolkclub.com The Hampden Arms South Heighton Jellyhead. Tel: 01273 514529 or 07873 751166 Saturday 20th Coffee Morning and Stalls Clinton Centre, Clinton Place 10am - 12 noon. Coffee morning and many stalls, including large craft stall.

Entrance £1 including coffee.

Seaford Crouch Bowling Club Open Morning Crouch Gardens, East Street 10am - 12 noon. Free coaching from qualified coaches for anyone interested in playing socially or competitively. Bowls provided. For info or alternative dates contact Brian Bodsworth on 01323 896344 or email brian.bodsworth@btinternet. com

Owls Exhibition and Activities The Crypt Gallery, Church St 10.30am - 1pm. Owl-themed art and children’s activities, in association with Wise Books. www.thecryptgallery.com Hillcrest Film Society Hillcrest Centre, Hillcrest Rd, Newhaven 7.30pm. ‘Goodnight & Good Luck’ (Cert. PG). Tickets £4.50, available at the Hillcrest Centre.

Tel: 01273, 512376, email: film@ hillcrestcentre.co.uk Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane, Seaford 8pm. Terri Ann. Tel: 01323 890087 The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Club band. Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk Sunday 21st Rotary Club of Seaford Boot, Craft and Produce Fair Martello Fields, Seaford 9am - 1pm. Free public admittance and car parking, refreshments, bouncy castle.

Gates open for stallholders 7.30am, pitches £8. For info tel Bill on 01273 513162 or email events@seafordrotary.org.uk

Sussex British Motorcycle Owners Club Newhaven Fort, Fort Road Annual fundraising rally. Music and entertainment throughout the day.

The All New Sunday Lunch Club St Peter’s Church Hall, Belgrave Road 1pm. Sunday roast and gettogether for Seaford senior citizens. £5. Transport can be arranged. To book and further details tel: 01323 892327 Tuesday 23rd Seaford Natural History Society Herstmonceux 10am. Meet at Herstmonceux Church. Ref: TQ642101.

Tel: 01323 491964 www. seafordnaturalhistory.org.uk The Royal Society of St George Pilates Spring Tone Up Cuckmere Cottage, Cuckmere St Andrew’s Church, Alfriston / Dean’s Place Hotel Haven Service 6pm, formal dinner 10am - 4pm. A unique Pilates 7.30pm for 8pm. Celebration of experience with qualified teacher and backcare specialist, St George’s Day. £23 per head.

Karen Hall. £50 inc. tuition, lunch, For info contact the Chairman afternoon tea and refreshments. on 01323 899985, email 514928@talktalk.net www.movementforlife-pilates. co.uk Seaford Sweethearts WI Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road 8pm. Bread Making and Bread Bag. www.seafordwi.co.uk

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Tues 23rd and Weds 24th Arlington Bluebell Walk and Farm Trail Bates Green Farm, Tye Hill Road, Arlington Relaxing bluebell woodland stroll, homemade refreshments available throughout the day. Run by the Rotary Club of Seaford. www.bluebellwalk.co.uk Wednesday 24th Seaford Gardening Club Clinton Centre, Clinton Place 7.30pm. Talk by Amanda Millar ‘Working With Bats’. Tel: 01323 491331 www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/sgc Thursday 25th Full Moon Gong Ceremony Gong Gardens, Sutton Road 6.30pm for 7pm start. Voluntary £10 contribution or exchange.

Free Gong session and CD for pregnant ladies. For more information tel: 01323 890101 or 07973 227175 Seaford & District Horticultural Society St. Leonard’s Church Hall, Seaford 1pm. Mystery Coach Trip.

7pm. Diana Crook on ‘Ragged Lands - Viscountess Wolseley’s College for Lady Gardeners at Glynde’. Social evening for members only.

Tel: 01323 898733. www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/sdh Thursday 25th - Saturday 27th ‘Aladdin’ - Seaford Musical Juniors The Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane Time TBC. Tickets £5, available from Paula Woolven on 07710 426321 Friday 26th Seaford National Trust Assoc.

East Sussex 8.45am. ‘Bloomsbury Group in East Sussex’ outing to Berwick Village and Charleston Farmhouse, Firle. Return Seaford 4.45pm. Tickets £19 including gratuities, please bring National Trust card. Tel: 01323 894893

Saturday 27th Save the Children Spring Fair Clinton Centre, Clinton Place 10.30am - 12.30pm.

Seaford Twinning Association 37 Church St (Council Chamber), Seaford 7.15pm for 7.30pm. Fun Quiz Evening with fish and chip supper. and raffle. Admission £1. No cash prizes! Teams of 4 welcome.

To book a fish and chip supper (at cost,) phone Garry before the day on 01424 201610.

Seaford Choral Society Spring Concert St. Leonard’s Church, Seaford 7.30pm. Hayden ‘Little Organ Mass’, Mendelssohn ‘Hear My Prayer’, Rutter ‘Requiem’. Tel: 01323 492791 Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane, Seaford 8pm. St George’s Quiz & Steak Night. Food 6.45 - 8.15pm..

Tel: 01323 890087 The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. The Hatman.

Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk Sat 27th April - Thurs 9th May ‘Art Trouvée’, JanaNicole Hop Gallery, Castle Ditch Lane, Lewes Sun 27th 6.30pm - 8.30pm, then Tues - Sat 10.30am - 5pm, Sun 12 noon - 5pm, closed Monday.

Celebration of chickens, portrayed on salvaged mediums.

Tel: 07740 424949 www. hopgallery.com

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Sunday 28th Corelli Ensemble St Thomas More Catholic Church, Sutton Road 4pm. Programme of Russian music, including Stravinsky, Shostakovich and Tchaikovsky.

Tickets £10 in advance from corelliensemble@hotmail.com or £12 on the door. Children free.

Seaford Folk Club The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road 8pm. Singers and Musicians Night. All welcome. www.seafordfolkclub.com The Hampden Arms South Heighton Brass Monkeys.

Tel: 01273 514529 or 07873 751166

Seaford Bowling Club Open Day Chichester Road, Seaford 10am - 12 noon. Try your hand at this popular, enjoyable and healthy sport. Come along on the day or call Lillian James on 01323 892380 Tuesday 30th Blatchington Hill Townswomen’s Guild Seaford Golf Club, Firle Road 7.30pm. Join us for a free glass of wine at our launch meeting Tel Sandra on 01323 899845 or Carol on 01323 896227

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Unfurnished en-suite rooms for reasonably active older people who wish to remain independent without the worries of home maintenance, shopping, cooking, gardening etc.

We are not a care home — but our staff do care.

Abbeyfield House is not an “old folks’ home” but a place our residents call Home.

Home cooked meals using fresh produce are provided in the dining room.

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Abbeyfield House, North Road, Alfriston, Polegate, BN26 5XB. Tel: 01323 871767 Email: alfabbeyfield@btinternet.com Industrial & Provident Society 23341R. An exempt charity.

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WHAT’S ON WEEKLY ARTS & CRAFTS

Artists Group The Palm Tree, 12 Sutton Park Road (opp. Tesco) Weds & Thurs: 10am - 4pm.

Local artists - come meet, share and display your works. www.facebook.com/ thepalmtreeseaford Eastbourne Moviemakers Club St Luke’s Parish Rooms, Stone Cross, Pevensey 1st & 3rd Weds: 7.45 - 9.45pm.

Members show videos, advice available, speakers on videorelated topics. Contact Julia Galvin 01323 507712 Knit & Chat St John Ambulance Centre, Little Place Lane Tues: 10am - 12 noon. £1 inc coffee. All welcome. Tel: Jane on 01323 861682 or Linda on 01323 07967 331147 Knit & Craft Chyngton Methodist Church Hall, Millberg Road, Seaford Thurs: 2pm - 4pm. All welcome, come and learn new skills making articles for charities. Tel: Viola on 01323 890271 Knit & Natter The Little Theatre, Steyne Road Weds: 10am - 12 noon. For all Seaford hand knitters, beginners to experts. Tel: Eileen on 01323 491638 Lyn on 01323 893412 Little Acorn Machine Knitting Club Baptist Church, Belgrave Rd 2nd Fri of month: 2 - 4pm. Tel: Shirley Bone on 01323 492034 or email: shirleybone@ymail.com Newhaven Art Club Peacehaven Evangelical Church Mons: 2pm. Members meet to paint and draw together with discussions, demonstrations, lifedrawing and sketching outdoors.

Annual subs. £25. Why not come along and see how you get on? www.newhavenartclub.org.uk Seaford Art Club Downs Leisure Centre Fri: 2 - 4pm. Would you like to paint? Then come and join our friendly group. All abilities most welcome. Tel Anne: 01323 491008 Seaford Photographic Society Chyngton Methodist Church Hall Fri: September to June. 7.45pm. www.seafordphotosoc.co.uk

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clubs & organisations Air Cadets 1218 Sqn. Air Training Corps Transit Road, Newhaven Mon & Thurs: 7 - 9.30pm.

Aged 13 to 17 and interested in aviation? Come along any evening. Tel: 01273 513218

Friendly Hour Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd Tues twice monthly: 2.30 - 3.30pm. Talks on a variety of subjects. Transport can be arranged. Tel: Rita Evans on 01323 896877 or email: ritaevans@hotmail.com

‘Growing Old Disgracefully’ Grp. The Archway & various venues 2nd Fri of month: 2 - 4pm.

Monthly meeting including, talks, Civil Service Pensioners Alliance discussions and outings. For Seaford Constitutional Club, more details tel: 01323 490154 Crouch Lane Kids Aloud 1st Tues of month: 10am.

Friendly chat inc. group business Kingswell, 115-117 Vale Road (Community Church Hall) and info on pensions/benefits/ socials & days out. Refreshments. Mon - Fri: 3.45pm - 5.30pm.

Free after-school activities for Clinton Centre Café children aged 4-12. All welcome Clinton Centre, Clinton Place for games, art and stories. Tel: Tues: 10.30am - 12pm. Coffee/ Tina 01323 492833. www.kingstea and biscuit, 80p. Coffee/tea well.org.uk/kids_aloud.htm with toast and butter or mini Lipreading Classes cake £1. Tel: 01323 873262 St James’ Clubhouse Tues mornings: Tel 01323 Coffee Morning & Bring and 898628 email: bcarter29@ Buy St Luke’s Church Hall, btinternet.com Walmer Rd Weds: 10am - 12 noon Mercread Youth Centre Coffee Pot Chyngton Methodist Mercread Road, Seaford Church Hall Mon: 6pm - 7pm. Seaford Youth Thurs: 10 - 11.30am. Assorted Forum items on sale. Disabled access.

Tues: 3.30pm - 5.30pm. Juniors Friendly atmosphere. Tel: 01323 Youth Club (Year 8 & 9), £1.

891534 Weds: 3.30 - 6pm. After School Club (Year 6 & 7), £1.

Cuckmere Valley Transition Thurs: 3.30pm - 5.30pm.

Group George Inn, Alfriston T.O.A.S.T. Girls Only Group, £1.

1st Thurs of month: 7pm 6.30pm - 8.30pm. Youth Club Energy Group meeting.

(Year 9+), £1.

Tel: 01323 870409. email: cuckmeretransition@gmail.com www. cuckmerevalleytransition. org.uk

The Downs 60 Plus Club Sutton Corner, Seaford (Old Flint Building, grounds of Downs Leisure Centre) Mon - Fri: 10 - 12 noon art class Mon: 2 - 4pm - art class, whist/ Phase 10.

Tues: 2 - 4pm ladies’ social, rummy kub.

Weds: 10.30 - 11.30am choir.

12.30pm lunch club. 2 - 4pm bridge, chat & hobby.

Thurs: 10 - 12 noon Scrabble First 2 sessions free, £50 annual membership thereafter, unlimited weekly sessions (excl. lunch). Just come along or tel: 01323 896422 on Tuesdays 10am - 12 noon.

Encompass St Luke’s Church, Walmer Rd 3rd Mon of the month: 2 - 4pm. A variety of speakers, tea, sandwiches and cake. All welcome. Tel: 01323 891749 or 894608 or 872281.

Midland Bank/HSBC Retirees Group Lansdowne Hotel, Eastbourne Last Thurs of month: 10.30am - 12 noon. Calling all retired members. Coffee, tea and biscuits with friendly people.Tel Mrs Doreen Woodward-Davies 01323 898907 Mitchell House Monday Tea Club Lexden Drive Mon: 3 - 4.30pm. Tea, chat and a game or two. 50p and extra charge to play games (for prize funding). Tel: 01323 891804 National Trust Seaford Association (NTSA) Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd 3rd Weds of month: 2.30pm.

Illustrated talks on a wide range of subjects, plus outings.

Annual fee £7. Tel Membership Secretary: 01323 896399 The Palm Tree 12 Sutton Park Road (opp.Tesco) Tues: 10am - 12 noon.

Internationals coffee morning.

Sat: 10am - 1pm. Counselling/

Coaching & Healing Room www.facebook.com/ thepalmtreeseaford Parish Tea Party St Peter’s Church Hall, Belgrave Rd 3rd Mon of month: 3pm. Tel: 01323 895552 Probus Club of Seaford Seven Sisters Hotel, Alfriston Rd 2nd Tues of month: 12pm for 1pm lunch. Monthly meeting with 3-course meal and speaker.

Tel: 01323 894858 or 894073 The Rotary Club of Seaford Seaford Golf Club, Firle Rd Weds: 12.45 for 1pm. Weekly meeting.

Royal Antidiluvian Order of Buffaloes. The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road Sun: 3pm. Weekly meetings Tel: 01323 325121 l.dmurray@yahoo.co.uk Royal Naval Association, Seaford Royal British Legion Club 1st Tues of month: 8pm. All serving and ex-service members and friends welcome.

The Royal Society of St George Monthly events. England’s leading patriotic society. Patron HM The Queen. Contact Chairman 01323 899985 or email: 514928@talktalk.net.

St John Ambulance Headquarters, Little Place Lane Cadets Mon: 6.30 - 8.30pm.

(10 to 17 yrs) Adults Tues: 7.30 - 9pm Badgers Tues: 5.45 - 7.15 (6 to 10 yrs) currently not running. Tel: 07817 604279 Seaford Afternoon Flower Club St Luke’s Church Hall,Walmer Rd 3rd Thurs of month: 2.30pm.

Talks, demos, outings, etc. Past and new members welcome.

Visitors £4.50 inc. refreshments.

Tel Wendy: 01323 895832 Seaford Bonfire Society The White Lion Hotel, Claremont Road First Thurs of month: 7pm.

Membership and open committee meeting. www.seafordbonfire.co.uk Seaford Branch ESDA St Peter’s Hall, Blatchington Rd Last Weds of the month: 2.30pm. An afternoon for catching up with friends and making new ones, with a raffle (items welcome please), sandwiches, cakes and drinks.

All welcome. Contact Jane on 01323 896953 or email: jane. wynniatt@talktalk.net

Seaford Bridge Club Downs Leisure Centre Tues:1.30 - 5pm. Duplicate bridge in a friendly atmosphere for intermediates and above.

Fri: 6.30 - 10pm. Duplicate bridge for intermediate and above. Tel: 01323 893022 Email:lesliefowle@tiscali.co.uk Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane Mon: Cribbage & Line Dancing.

Tues: Whist. 3rd Weds: Klondyke Whist. Thurs: Tea Dance/Dance Classes. Fri & Sun: 8.15pm Bingo.

Last Sun of month: Shadows.

Tel: 01323 890087 Seaford Evening Flower Club St Luke’s Church, Walmer Rd 1st Thurs of month: 7 for 7.30pm demo. Affil. to NAFAS. New members welcome.

Visitors £4.50 inc. refreshments.

Tel: Marian 01273 515544 Seaford Head Probus Club Seaford Golf Club, Blatchington 1st Tues of month: Monthly lunch for members and guests.

Tel: 01323 896373 Seaford Lecture & Literary Club St Leonard’s Church Hall, Church Lane Tues: 7.30 - 8.30pm. Illustrated lectures by well-known speakers on a wide range of subjects.

From Oct to March. Tel: 01323 899932 or 893270.

Seahaven (Evening) Trefoil Guild Evening Meeting Downs Leisure Centre Over 60s Club 3rd Thurs of month: 7.30pm.

Tel: 01323 893250 Southdown Bridge Club 60+ Club, Downs Leisure Cnt Weds: 6.30 - 9.45pm. Friendly duplicate bridge for any age.

Tel: 01323 892171/896236 Sussex Army Cadet Force No. 2 Platoon (Seaford) Old Scout Hut, Newlands School, Eastbourne Road Mon & Weds: 7 - 9.30pm. For ages 12 (school year 8) to18 yrs.

For further information email ben.clay@serfca.org SussexRoamAbility Last Sun of month: A club for disabled people who like to explore the countryside.

Contact 01323 892647 email: sheilamatthews99@aol.com, www.sussexroamability.co.uk Whist Drive St Thomas More Roman Catholic Church Hall Thurs: 1.45pm. Admission £2 inc. tea and biscuits. Tel: 01323 896412

community

East Dean Farmers’ Market East Dean Village Hall Weds: 10am - 12.30pm.

01323 423481

Seaford Martello Rotary Club Seaford Golf Club, Firle Road Mon: 7.15pm for 7.45pm. Tel: 01323 891009 or seafordmartellorotary@gmail. com

Exchange Community Garden Crouch Gardens next to the Peace Garden Weds: 9.30am - 12.30pm. All are welcome to visit, volunteer or just enjoy the garden.

Seaford Quakers Seaford Little Theatre, Steyne Rd Sun: 10.30 - 11.30am. Meeting for worship followed by refreshments. All welcome. Tel Joyce Bowley on 01323 892413

Newhaven Country Market Hillcrest Centre, Newhaven Thursdays: 9.45am - 1pm.

Homemade produce, free-range eggs, fresh fish, plants, crafts, café.

Seaford Stroke & Caring Club St James’ Centre, Blatchington Rd Mons: 2 - 4pm. Slides, music, quizzes, bingo, tea and homemade cakes. Some transport available. Tel: Joyce Woodgate: 01323 894547 Seahaven St John Ambulance Coffee Morning Headquarters, Little Place Lane 1st and 3rd Sats 10am - 12noon Seahaven (Afternoon) Trefoil Guild Afternoon Meeting St Leonard’s Church Hall 1st Tues of month: 2.30 4.30pm. Tel: 01323 897959

Quiz Night The Hampden Arms, South Heighton Weds: 8pm. Tel: 07873 751166 or 01273 514529 Seaford Farmers Market Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Thursday: 10am - 2pm.

01323 654104. www.seafordfarmersmarket.co.uk

Ladies’ clubs

Blatchington Hill Townswomen’s Guild St Peter’s Church Hall 2nd Tues of month: 7.30pm.

New members always welcome.

Tel: 01323 899845 or email blatchingtonhilltg@gmail.com

Inner Wheel Club of Seaford Seaford Golf Club, Firle Road 2nd Tues of month: 7.30pm.

Members only.

Seaford Martello WI St Leonard’s Church Hall 2nd Thurs of month: 7.30pm.

Tel: 01273 583484 Seaford Sweethearts WI Claremont Hall, Claremont Rd 4th Tues of month: 8pm. Up and coming events include kitchen utensil percussion, bird watching, bread making and salsa. New members welcome. www.seafordwi.co.uk Seaford Women’s Institute Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Mon: 9.30 - 12 noon: Art 2pm - 4pm: Play Reading Tues: 9.30 - 10.30am: Tai Chi 2 - 4pm Craft Every 3rd Weds: 2 - 4pm Scrabble Seahaven Lioness Club The Old Plough, Church St, Seaford, Function Room 2nd Tues of month: 7.30pm.

Monthly meeting. Tel: 0845 8332796 www.npslions.co.uk

music & drama

The Archway Blatchington Rd Tel 01323 897590 www.thearchway-seaford.co.uk Gospelish Choir Mon: 8pm - 9.30pm. Gospel and soul-inspired music. £5 per session.

Contemporary Choir Weds: 12.30pm (Archway), 8pm (The Trek). Everything from Ellington to Supertramp. £5 per 1.5hr session.

Chyngton Youth Academy of Arts and Drama St James’ Clubhouse Thurs: 4pm. Ages 5-12 Fri: 5.30pm. Ages 12-18.

For drama classes contact Ellen on 07791 081935 Just Voices St James’ Community Hall, Blatchington Road Mon: 2 - 3.30pm. Come and sing with us! Tel 07788 166173, email: monmaloney@ googlemail.com Seaford Choral Society Cradle Hill School Mon: 7.15 - 9.15pm. Weekly rehearsals. Tel: 01323 492791 www.seaford-choral-society.com

Seaford Handbell Ringers St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd Weds: 10am - 12.30pm or 2 4pm. New members welcome.

Tel Joe on 01323 893878 Seaford Little Theatre Workshop & Social Evening Steyne Road Weds: 7.30 - 10pm (except during productions). Set building, props and backstage activities.

Tel 01323 894304 Seaford Musical Theatre The Barn Theatre Tues & Thurs: 7.30pm.

Rehearsals - new members welcome. Tel: 01323 492240.

Seaford Musical Theatre Juniors The Barn Theatre Weds: 6 - 8pm. Rehearsals for 8 to 17-year-olds. To book a place for rehearsals tel: 07939 296034 or 01323 492240 or email: smtjuniors@hotmail.co.uk Seaford Silver Band The Annexe, Steyne Road Weds: 8 - 10pm. Rehearsals.

New members welcome.

Tel: 01323 892424 or 07740 646386 visit www. seafordsilverband.co.uk Seaford Youth Drama Group Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd Mon: groups from 5pm.

Tues: 6.15pm, mature group Very reasonable prices. New members welcome. Contact Chris on 01323 892023.

Southdown Society of Recorder Players St James’ Clubhouse 4th Sat of the month: 2 - 5pm.

Contact Phoebe Williams 01323 8943111or email: jgpwilliams852@btinternet.com U3A ‘Hotch-Potch Orchestra’ St James’ Clubhouse Fri: 10am - 12 noon. Conductor Pat White. Tel: Phyllys Merrifield on 01323 893882 U3A Recorder Group St James’ Clubhouse Weds: 2 - 4pm. Contact Maggie Jakeman on 01323 895552

Pre-School

Humpty Dumpty Crèche Parent & Toddler Group Mercread Youth Centre, Mercread Road Mon & Tues: Crèche: 9.15am 12.15pm. Children from 1 year. £11 per session.

Mon: Parent & Toddler group: 1 - 3pm. First session free, £1 per session. Tel Mary: 07890 486063

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Parent and Toddler Group St Peter’s Church Chapel Rms Tues: 9 - 11am. Open to all Who Let the Dads Out? Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road 2nd Sat of month: 9.30am 11.30am. Parents and toddlers group for fathers, grandfathers or male carers and their pre-school children

sport & dance

12-Week Community Weight Loss Challenge The Wellness Centre, 18 Church Street, Seaford Sports Nutrition Talks Thurs: 7pm, all free - please book. Cont...

Skincare Workshops Tuesdays: 11am - 12.30pm Health Walks: Thurs: 9.30am.

Starts from Wellness Centre.

Booking essential. Tel: 01323 325060 or 07969 041865 www.nutritionforall. co.uk Fitter Dads Cradle Hill School, Lexden Rd Mons: 7pm. Contact fitterdadsseaford@gmail.com.

Fitter Mums For details tel: 01323 325060 or 07969 041865 www.nutritionforall. co.uk 24 Fit Club Cradle Hill School Thurs: 6.50pm for 7pm start.

Free exercise for all. Wear comfortable clothes and bring water. Tel. 07760239799. vision2nutrition@gmail.com Aerobics Shakespeare Hall Tues: 6.30pm - 7.30pm.

Tel: 07786 425758 www.louisecavefitness.co.uk Aerobics For Beginners Claremont Hall, Claremont Rd Tues: 6pm - 7pm. Ideal for beginners or seniors. Tel: Kelly on 07973 441074. Email: bushellkelly@hotmail.com

Ballroom Fitness Shakespeare Hall, Newhaven Tues: 7.45pm. Weds: 11 - 12 noon. Tel Louise on 07786 425758 Body Vibes Windover Fitness, nr Alfriston Mon: 10am. Weds: 7pm and 8pm, Thurs: 5.30pm, 6.30pm and 7.30pm. Tel: 01323 871554/07930 738034.

Body Works Seaford Baptist Church Fri: 1.30pm: All age circuits, 2.45 - 4pm: Older adult stretch & tone. £5 pp. Tel: 01323 871554/07930 738034.

BOKWA® Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Mon: 8-9pm. Amazing new dance and fitness class.

Beginners welcome.

Tel: Claire 07711 890956 or 01323 896600 Boxercise® Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Mon: 7-8pm. Fun workout for all, beginners welcome. Fri: 7-8pm Advanced padwork & circuits.

Tel: Claire 07711 890956 or 01323 896600 Boxercise® Bootcamp

The Scout Hut, Fort Road, Newhaven Tues: 7-8pm. Fun workout for all, beginners welcome. Tel: Claire 07711 890956 or 01323 896600 CoreAbility Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Mon & Weds: 6 - 7pm. Shape, tone and strengthen your whole body. Beginners welcome.

Tel: Claire 07711 890956 or 01323 896600 Denton Indoor Bowls Club Denton Island, Newhaven Mon - Sun: 9am - 7pm. New members welcome. Tel 01323 899668

Football (Mercread Youth Ctr) Tues: lunchtime. Indoor Alfriston Badminton Club kickabout for Seaford Head Year Pleasant Rise, Alfriston 7 & 8 students only. Steyne Site Weds: 8 - 10pm. Small friendly sports hall. group looking to expand its 5pm - 6pm. Free kickabout for membership. All standards Year 7+, Downs Leisure Centre. welcome. Tel: 01323 645210 Fri: 9pm - 10pm. Football Street Ballet, Tap, Modern Jazz & League session with Brighton & Musical Theatre Hove Albion in the Community.

Nikki Bond School of Dance Downs Leisure Centre, £1.

St Peter’s Church Hall, Belgrave Rd. Tel: 01323 892531 Weds: Ballet & Musical Theatre Just Mums on the Run & Adult Tap/Ballet Outside The Salts Cafe Fri & Sat: Ballet, Tap & Modern Mon: 9.30am (no buggy). dance from 2.5 years.

Combine body and tummy Free trial class. Tel: 01323 492795 toning and stretches with or 07703 485348 running. Tel Alex 07540 551054

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Kids Boxercise Seaford Primary School, Wilkinson Way Tues: 3.30 - 4.15pm. Tel: Claire 01323 896600 or 07711 890956 Line Dancing Daytime classes for mixed abilities starting after Easter Tel Val on 01323 325993 Line Dancing Mercread Youth Centre, Mercread Road Fri: 6 - 7pm Beginners, 7 - 9pm Intermediates.

Bishopstone Village Hall Tues: 6 - 7pm Beginners, 6.30 - 8.30pm Intermediates.

Tel Gina on 01273 470456 or 07810 245784 Line Dancing with the Dance Company Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Weds 6pm - 7pm. Absolute beginners. 7pm - 9.30pm Improvers.

St Luke’s Church, Walmer Rd Thurs 9am - 10.15am. Beginners.

Tel: Donna on 01323 873558, email: donna_steele@rocketmail. com Line Dancing with Studio In Line Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane Mon 7.30 -10pm. All levels Downs Leisure Centre Thurs 9.30 - 10.30am. Absolute beginners, 10.30am - 12pm All levels.

Tel: Territa on 07957 260379 Meditation The Archway, Blatchington Rd Tues: 6.30 - 7.30pm. Simple breathing exercises, relaxation, guided visualisation and mediatation. £5 per session.

To book tel: 07956 555688 robinshellsilks@hotmail.co.uk Meditation The Yurt, side entrance Florence House, Southdown Rd Weds: 7.30 - 8.30pm and Sun: 6.30 - 7.30pm. Come and sample meditation from different traditions. All are welcome.

Donation by contribution. Tel Marisha 07966 285221 Mums Tone & Burn Mercread Centre Weds: 9.30am. Children welcome. Tel Alex 07540 551054 Pilates The Archway Arts Centre, Blatchington Road Tues & Thurs evenings Weds, Thurs & Fri mornings Tel Tricia 07941 922129 www.pilatesofseaford.co.uk

Pilates - Movement for Life Mon & Tues: 9.30am - Seaford small group. Tues: 7.30pm mixed ability, Alfriston War Memorial Hall. Thurs: 9.30am mixed ability, Chyngton School, Milberg Road. 7.30pm - Seaford small group. Tel 01323 873309 Seaford & District Folk Dance Group Sutton Hall, Downs Leisure Centre Mon: 7.45pm. New members welcome. Tel: 01273 516668 or 01273 585551 Seaford Kurlers Downs Leisure Centre Tues: 2 - 4pm. All welcome.

Tel: Mrs June Wood on 01323 895376 Seaford Netball Club Seaford Head Sports Hall Mon: 6pm - 7pm. Juniors, age 10-14. £3.

1st & 3rd Mon of the month: 7.15pm - 8.45pm. Development, age 15-18. £4.

2nd & 4th Mon of the month: 7.30pm - 9pm. Seniors, age 19 upwards. £5. New members welcome. Tel: 07724 956649.

Seaford’s Playford Dance Group St Peter’s Church Hall Weds: 7 - 9pm. Dancing from past eras. Tel 01323 492310 Seaford Rugby Football Club Salts Recreation Ground Tues & Thurs: 7 - 9pm.

Recruiting new players for two teams in the Sussex leagues.

Come along or contact Paul Burns, club captain on 07732 202208 Seaford Rugby Football Club Junior Training Salts Recreation Ground Sun: 10.30am -12pm. Ages ranging from 6 to 16, a friendly but ambitious squad. Come along or tel 07818 438378 Seaford Striders Running Club From Downs Leisure Centre Mon & Weds (main night): 7pm.

All ages and abilities welcome. www.seafordstriders.org.uk Seaford Table Tennis Seaford Head College Sports Hall, Steyne Road Thurs: 7 - 9pm. Players of all levels welcome.

Email: john.jrinst@gmail.com Stress and Relaxation The Archway, Blatchington Rd Thurs: 10.30 - 11.30am. Relax your body, calm your mind and take control of your life. Weekly drop-in sessions run by Pia Prince. Tel: 07432 429688

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Swimming Lessons Newlands School, Eastbourne Rd Sat: Beginners: 9.15 - 9.45am, Improvers: 9.45 - 10.30am, Improver 2/advanced: 10.30 -11.15am. 6-week courses, £30.

Tel: 07989 455020

Yoga Private Studio in Seaford Weds & Thurs: 10 - 11.30am and 6.30 - 8pm. Beginners and intermediates welcome.

Tel: Therese 07515 961327 or email: freeflowyoga@aol.com

Tea Dancing Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane Thurs: 2 - 4.30pm tea dance with Peter Harvey. Tel: 01323 890087

Yoga Classes for the Less Able St Peter’s Church, Belgrave Rd Thurs: 11am - 12pm. Seaford Group of Eastbourne & South Wealden Multiple Sclerosis Society. Exercises on floor and chair with trained yoga teacher. £4 per lesson. Tel. 01323 492351

Tone & Trim Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Rd. Tues: 6pm - 7pm. Relaxed, friendly and fun. Suitable for beginners, intermediates and seniors. Tel: 07973 441074, bushellkelly@gmail.com Toning Mercread Youth Club, Tues & Thurs: 11am.

Tel: Louise, 07786 425758 Tots & Tums Outside The Salts Cafe Tues & Thurs: 11am. Mum and buggy exercise class, bring your baby in the buggy. Tel Alex 07540 551054

Yoga - Seahaven Yoga The Archway, 1 Blatchington Rd Weds: 6.30pm, Sat: 9.30am Summerhayes Centre, Marshall Lane, Newhaven Thurs: 6.15pm. Gentle traditional yoga. Tel 07983 622840/01323 982638 seahavenyoga@btinternet.com. www.seahavenyoga.co.uk

Zumba with Louise Mercread Youth Club, Seaford Tues & Thurs: 10am. Zumba Thurs: 2pm Zumba Gold Shakespeare Hall, Newhaven Wave Leisure Health Walks Weds: 7.30 - 8.30pm.

From Downs Leisure Centre The Trek Club, Blatchington Rd Thur: 10.30am. Tel: 01323 490011 Fri: 7pm Tel 07786 425758

Zumba For Kids Scout Hut, Salts Rec Ground Sats: 10am. Kids 8+ years Limited spaces - to reserve places tel 07892 884944.

Weight Loss Challenge & Wellness Club WellnessWorks Fri: 11am. £35 for 12 weeks.

Free private consultation by appointment.

Zumba With Becky Chyngton School, Milberg Road Free. Tel 01323 897671 Mon: 6.45 - 7.45pm & 8 - 9pm. Free Herbalife Healthy Cradle Hill School, Lexden RD Breakfast & Sampling Free. Tel 01323 897671 Tue: 7pm - 8pm.

FreecSkin Care Workshop Hillcrest Centre, Newhaven Thurs: 7pm - 8pm. Discounts for & Facial Free. Tel 01323 897671 loyal cards. Tel: 07892 884944 Weight Watchers Weight loss & 60 Plus Club, Downs Leisure Ctr Beauty Mons: 9.45am. Join us and relax 12-Week Community Weight with a cup of coffee or tea.

Loss Challenge Leader Sally 01273 605749.

The Wellness Centre, www.weightwatchers.co.uk 18 Church Street, Seaford Weight Watchers Tues & Thurs: 9.30am and 6.30pm. Open daily for wellness Seaford Constitutional Club evaluations by appointment. Tel: Weds: 5.45pm. Come along and 01323 325060 or 07969 041865 learn about ProPoints. Contact Sue on 07786 967000. www.nutritionforall. co.uk Slimming World Seaford Constitutional Club Tues: 5.30pm. Weds: 9.30am Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Thurs: 7.30pm.

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Children’s/Youth Activities Nikki Bond School of Dance 13 Seahaven Dance 13 Chimney Sweep Seahaven Services 60 Cleaning Services All Home Cleaning Services 24 Appleclean 22 Arkwell Services 45 Dolly Char Domestic Cleaning 23 Guardswell Services 5 Novaclean 23 Seahaven Services 60 YCS Your Cleaner Service 23 Clock Restoration Robert Edwards Clock Restoration 94 Clubs & Organizations Seaford & District Con. Club 81 The Royal British Legion Club 76 Townswomen’s Guild 83 Computer Supplies, Support & Service PC & Mac Aquarius Dawn 82 SBG Computers 83 Cooker & Dishwasher Repairs Access Repairs 46 Curtain Makers G F Sinclair 32 Seahaven Blinds & Curtains 33 Sussex Curtain & Blind 33 Door Supplies and Storage Burnage Garage Doors 39 South Coast Sliding Doors 39 Driving Instructors Buckle-Up School of Motoring 27 C K Drive 27 Drive The ‘Safe-Way’ 27 Electricians & Suppliers A N Groundwork 69 Allcott-Wells Electrical Ltd 50 Ashley Electrical South East Ltd. 51 Dave Butler DJB Service Ltd 46 J K Pope & Sons Ltd 51 The Handy Team 60 Estate/Letting Agents Rowland Gorringe 108 Fabrics/Haberdashery/ Wool Supplies Stitch 28 Family Tree Research Stuart Cameron-Waller 90 Fencing Andrew Jesty Fencing 63 Fullers Fencing & Decking 62 Financial/Mortgage Advice Premier 83 Flooring & Fitting Chas Ireland Plumb/Maintenance 47 James Lawrence Flooring 59 Gardening/Landscaping/ Supplies/Services/Furniture All Cuts 72 All Seasons Gardening 70/72 Avimore 72 Cuckmere Garden Services 73 Fullers Fencing 62 Hollywood Tree Surgery Ltd 67 Horizon Landscapes 66/72 Inside Out 60 J-W Landscapes 75 K P Landscapes 68 Lime Landscapes Ltd 69 Liston Products Ltd 74 Mays Terracotta 71 Modec 44 Orchard House Designs 65 Seahaven Services 60 Suttons Groundcare 65 Telscombe Lawn Care 63 Wealden Tree Surgeons 67 Garage Doors Burnage Garage Doors 39 Gas/Heating/Plumbing A J Gander 34 Amethyst Plumbing & Heating 49 Gas/Heating/Plumb cont...

C & J Property Solutions Ltd 36/49 Chas Ireland Plumb/Maintenance 47 DEgan Gas Services 49 Dave Butler DJB Service Ltd 46 George Ward Plumbing/Heating 48 Michael Upton 46 N M Plumbing & Heating Ltd 47 The Handy Team 60 Tim Davies 61 Gifts & Gift Shops Family Tree Research 90 Lesley Harvey Caricatures 82 Martello Antiques 94 Glazing/Windows Dane Glass & Windows 43 Just Like New 42 Hairdressers Jason’s Barbers 2 Ocean Cuts 88 Short Cuts Barber Shop 87 Strandz Hair Design 89 The Blue Room 91 Handyman Services Handy Manda 59 Inside Out 60 JDC’s Handyman & Decorating 59 Seahaven Services 60 The Handy Team 60 Health & Wellbeing Acupuncture Naturally 20 Chiropody & Podiatry - Judith 20 Dave Peachey Physiotherapy 19 Human Givens Therapy 18 Hypnotherapy & Psychotherapy 9 Psychotherapy & Counselling 19 Seaford Chiropody & Podiatry 20 Sussex Eyecare 21 The Wellness Centre 21 WellnessWorks 20 House Clearance Seaford House Clearance 31 Ink Cartridge Supplies Badger Inks Ltd 84 The Office Shop 82 Ironing Service All Home Cleaning Services 24 Dolly Char Domestic Cleaning 23 Jewellers Marks 93 Job/Business Vacancies Blatchington Court 104 Prime Care 5 Locksmiths Andy Anderson 3 Markets & Sales Bonnets & Bootees 17 Retro ‘Plus’ Market 28 Menswear Hire Exquisite You 88 Museums/Galleries Seaford Museum 31 Office Supplies Badger Inks 84 The Office Shop 82 Opticians Sussex Eyecare 21 Painters/Decorating A N Groundwork 69 Arkwell Services 45 Brush Strokes Ltd. 45 C & J Property Solutions Ltd 36 Creggan Builders of Seaford 51/55 JDC’s Handyman & Decorating 59 Modec 44 Paint Perfect 45 S R Davis & Sons 56 The Handy Team 60 Tim Davies Building Services 61 The Cottage Decorators 44 Therin & Son 44 Paving/Pointing/Stone Work A N Groundwork 69 Creggan Builders of Seaford 51/55 David Tickner Pointing Specialists 57 Horizon Landscapes 66/72 J-W Landscapes 75

Pet Supplies & Services Headland Cattery 3 Muddy Paws 98 Pet Au Pair 99 Pet Set...Go! 99 Pad 2 Pad 107 Photographic Services Buckland Photographic 29 Plastering C & J Property Solutions Ltd 36 Tim Davies Building Services 61 Plumbing Services see Gas. Property to Buy/Rent Rowland Gorringe 108 Radio Stations Seahaven FM 26 Recycling/Waste Removal Cuckmere Garden Services 73 Horizon Landscapes Ltd 72 Suttons Groundcare 65 Telscombe Lawn Care 63 Removals & Storage Britannia Beckwith 40 R Ranger Removal & Storage 41 S J Hampton 41 Restaurants/Café/Public Houses†/Take-Aways* Diella’s 77 Ollivers Restaurant 77 Seaford & District Con. Club 81 Seven Sisters† 78 The Bengal Palace* 76 The Hampden Arms† 78 The Pavilion 79 The Royal British Legion Club 76 The Star 79 Roofing Services Headway Roofing 54 M Kneller Roofing 54 Rooms For Hire Seaford & District Con. Club 81 Seven Sisters† 78 The Royal British Legion Club 76 Security Systems Guardswell Services 5 Solicitors Barwells 81/92 Mayo Wynne Baxter 85 Sport, Dance & Exercise Gingerfit 11 Line Dancing 15 Mum’s Fitness 13 Nikki Bond School of Dance 13 Pilates Movement for Life 15 Pilates of Seaford 15 Seaford Crouch Bowling Club 16 Seaford Golf Club 11 Seahaven Dance 13 Seahaven Yoga 14 Yoga in West Crete 14 Yoga with Therese 15 Zumba with Becky 15 Taxi Services Seahaven Cabs 94 Tiles & Tiling Services Chas Ireland Plumb/Maintenance 47 Inside Out 60 Sussex Tile Centre 42/55 Tim Davies Building Services 61 Tuition Mosaic Workshops 29 TV & Satellite Services Andy’s Aerials 53 Guardswell Services 5 R S Aerials of Seaford 52 Seaford Television 52 Teleview 53 Washing Machine/ Tumble Drier Repairs Access Repairs 46 Website Designers Aquarius Dawn 82 Weight Loss Hypnoband 9 The Wellness Centre 21 WellnessWorks 20

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