Seaford Scene April 2012 by Fran Tegg

SEAFORD Scene April 2012 Issue 60

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A Cinema is coming to Seaford Newhaven & Seaford Sailing Club Seaford Little Theatre Review Distributed free each month to homes and businesses in Seaford

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Welcome Welcome to the April issue of Seaford Scene. Finally, the clocks have moved forward and the nights are staying lighter longer, there’s even warmth in the sun these days. This month celebrates Easter with Good Friday on the 6th and Easter Day on the 8th - don’t forget it’s a bank holiday on Monday 9th and it’s also St George’s Day on Monday 23rd. Fancy a go at sailing or windsurfing? We feature Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club on page 28 along with more outdoors activities from Seaford Natural History Society on page 53. The cinema is coming to Seaford! Find out when on page 8. Enjoy your April issue!

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4 Launch of Mayor’s Mad March Marathon 4 The Mad March Marathon Rolls On 5 East Blatchington Lectures 8 Seaford Community Cinema 14 Family Support Work Charity FSW 15 Seaford WEA 17 Who, What, Where & When? 17 Seaford Young Musicians Display Their Talent 20 Lewes & Seaford Citizens Advice Bureau 24 The Rotary Club of Seaford 28 Newhaven & Seaford Sailing Club 30 Running Commentary... 32 Eat Your Way to Success 39 An Evening of Local Farming Nostalgia 40 Seaford Choral Society 44 Seaford Branch of the Royal Society of St George 44 Seaford Kurlers 49 Who’s Who In Seaford? 53 Seaford Natural History Society 54 Seaford Scene’s Object of the Month 60 Living at Cuckmere Haven Part 8 63 Seaford Little Theatre Review ‘Habeas Corpus’ 66 What’s On at the Hop? 67 Artwave 2012 is Go 68 The Pebble From The Seashore.. 71 A View From the Potting Shed 73 Seaford Gardening Club 75 Seaford in Bloom 86 Sussex Macmillan Cancer Support Appeal 88 You Shall go to the Ball 92 What’s On Monthly? Pages 92 - 93 93 Sudoku 96 What’s On Weekly? Pages 96 -98 102 Index of Advertisers

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The Launch of the Mayors Mad March Marathon

For more details on upcoming events, please see the Seaford Town Council webpage or facebook site or call 01323 894870.

The Mayor of Seaford’s Mad March Marathon got off to a great start by raising £150 for WAVES Family Support Service at the monthly Seaford Chamber of Commerce business breakfast on March 1st. Chamber of Commerce Immediate Past President Gerri Ori welcomed the Mayor of Seaford, Councillor Linda Wallraven, and her Consort, Mrs Liz Holland, along with the Chairman of WAVES, Mr Richard Plowman, who gave a short talk about the work of WAVES in the Seaford Community. Organisations hosting events for the Marathon Month include the Seaford Musical Theatre Juniors, Bishopstone Village Hall Committee, the Constitutional Club, M&Co, The Royal Society of St George Seahaven Branch, Seaford Family Focus Group, Seaford Town Football Club, Seaford Lecture and Literary Club, Seaford Horticultural Society, NPS Lions and Lionesses and the Seaford Rugby Club.

Are you a car owner/driver with occasional free time on a Monday afternoon? The Seaford Stroke and Caring Club desperately needs volunteers with their own cars to transport our members to and from the local venue.

Photo: Immediate Past President Gerri Ori presents the Mayor of Seaford, Linda Wallraven, with a cheque for WAVES Family Support Service.

The MAD MARCH MARATHON ROLLS ON... The Seaford Mayors Mad March Marathon rolled on with a quiz night hosted by the NPS Lionesses on Saturday 3 March, which was well attended. Around £200 was raised for the mayor’s supported charity – WAVES Family Support Service – and the winners of the quiz were the Walking Wounded team comprising of Barry, Marion, Sue and Steve. The runners up were the Brighton Lions, The Moggies and The Sparklers. The quizmaster was Trevor Gomersall. Councillor Linda Wallraven, Mayor of Seaford, thanked the NPS Lionesses for hosting a Mad March event and briefly spoke about the support that her charity, WAVES FSS, gives to families in Seaford.

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Photo: The Mayor presents the Walking Wounded with their team prizes.

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East Blatchington Lectures St Peter’s Church Hall Belgrave Road April 3rd, 2.30pm

Kay Blackburn, the Art Historian, will give one of her delightful talks on the Pre-Rapaelites. Tea and cakes are included in the ticket price of £5. The tickets are available from Stephen Newberry or from Shirley Linsell on 01323 891910 or at the door

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A Cinema is coming to Seaford! Seaford Community Cinema has secured funding to bring the best of contemporary and world cinema to Seaford. In June 2011 a group of local residents formed a committee with the aim of bringing a cinema to Seaford. An ‘Awards for All’ grant for the purchase of equipment was applied for and in February 2012 the grant was successfully awarded. A further grant from Sussex Community Foundation has been given to cover publicity. The committee continues to seek funding from other funders, local businesses and donations as Seaford Community Cinema is a not-for-profit organisation run by volunteers. Seaford Community Cinema will aim to show a diverse range of arthouse, world cinema and contemporary films. A quarterly programme will be put together by the committee and currently two films will be shown per month with one junior film to be shown per season. It is important for the committee to know what audiences think of the films shown and will give everyone who attends the opportunity to rate the film. The launch of Seaford Community Cinema will be at 7pm on Friday 21st September 2012, at the Barn Theatre, Steyne Rd, followed by a film screening at 8pm. To add your name to the email list or if you’d like to comment or offer help, please visit the website at: www.seafordcinema.org We look forward to seeing you at our shows!

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Local hypnotherapist meets new national standards A Seaford based hypnotherapist has become one of the first in the country to achieve a new national standard of excellence for her therapy. Magda Harbour has been registered by the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC), the UK regulator for complementary healthcare. The recognition places her at the forefront of a national drive to provide a benchmark for standards and safety for the public. Practitioners registered with the CNHC meet national occupational standards and abide by a rigorous code of conduct, performance and ethics. Magda Harbour said: “Achieving registration is not only great news for me and my clients, but a vital step for hypnotherapy. The most

popular uses for hypnotherapy are around stress and anxiety conditions, weight control and addictive behaviours such as smoking and alcohol abuse.” Hypnotherapy is one of 12 disciplines now recognised by the CNHC. Members of the public can search the CNHC register to find practitioners in their local area. More than 40,000 searches were carried out last year. By providing a verification of standards, the CNHC allows GPs, hospitals, private healthcare providers and insurance companies to refer patients to hypnotherapy practitioners or to make hypnotherapy more readily available in health centres, clinics, doctors’ surgeries and hospitals. For further information, please contact Magda Harbour on mobile number 07968 114196

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Family Support Work association The Family Support Work Association (FSW) is a registered charity which dates back to 1890. Over the years, there have been many changes in the society, which first started as an adoption agency. FSW’s work has often been of a pioneering nature, gaining a relationship with government-provided services. FSW anticipated roles taken on by the state, with the adoption work being one example. At present FSW work complements that of the government whilst offering support which focuses on distressed parents as well as children and young people. The Association repeatedly sees the disintegration of families, arising from issues such as bereavement, illness, imprisonment and relational breakdown which are accompanied by many emotional and practical difficulties. As an Association it seeks to help around 2000 families per year across Sussex and as an independent charity, its work is undertaken on a neutral basis and is open to all people. FSW operates with several full- and part-time community workers working across various areas of East and West Sussex. Its ambition is to grow so that it can cover the whole of East and West Sussex. It currently offer individual and group support to some 250 families each year, and with work done at the residential and day centre, that figure multiplies ten-fold. FSW works to support families overcome difficult periods in their lives with positive, emotional and practical advice through: • home visits • one-to-one meetings • support groups and drop-ins • signposting to other agencies for legal and financial issues • arranging trained volunteers to work alongside our professional staff We offer information on: • benefits • housing problems • health and education issues including domestic abuse• advocacy Our free and confidential support is offered to parents/ carers and their children in many areas of East and West

Sussex, including Brighton & Hove. This includes anyone who has the responsibility for the care of children, whether they are single, separated, divorced, bereaved or grandparents. The Family Support Work enables the team to help families, often in times of great difficulty and chaos, for as long as they need us. Unlike many services aimed at supporting families, we have no time limit or set outcomes to prove. Research shows that pro-active work with parents is much more effective than reactive work with children in crisis. The service we offer acknowledges that parents, especially those coping alone, need and deserve support - there is no manual for the difficult job of raising children. What is so different about FSW is that we work directly with some of the more vulnerable members of our community. We do so in the full knowledge and confidence that we carry with us the prayers, kindness and support of so many. (FSW Worker) Recently FSW has joined forces with Brighton and Hove Albion FC’s ‘Albion in the Community’ Charity, to work on some fundraising schemes and projects that can benefit both charities; these will include a match-day collection, Brighton and Hove Albion first team players attending several FSW events throughout the year, among them the Open Day in September at Knowles Tooth Children's Centre and the Annual Book sale in November. Both charities will also contribute to a new scheme set up by Albion in the community, called ‘Want to Work’. It is being set up to help many unemployed people across East Sussex who seek work experience, training and even partand full-time employment.

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Seaford Branch Seaford branch of the WEA is running a fiction-writing workshop with Umi Sinha at the Hillcrest Centre, Newhaven, on Fridays from April 13 until June for 10 weeks. Dates are April 13th, 20th, 27th; May 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th and June 1st, 8th, 15th. The times are 10am - 12.30pm (inc half-hour break). This is a welcoming, supportive workshop, suitable both for beginners and more experienced writers. Exercises are set and work read in class and feedback given on basic techniques and larger structural issues. Umi has written comic books for children based on Indian history and mythology and has taught on the Certificate in Creative Writing for ten years. The cost is £100 for the course. Please contact Douglas Young on 01323 890201 for enrolment or further information.

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Seaford Young Musicians Display Their Talent There was a packed hall on Saturday, 10th March at Newlands School, Seaford to see pianist Lia Todd take top spot in the inaugural competition to find the Seaford Young Musician of the Year, organised by the Rotary Club of Seaford.

who, what, where & when in APRIL 1st 1999 Seaford Town Council is established. 2nd 1871 The Census return shows that there are 640 men and 717 women in Seaford. There are 265 inhabited buildings. 7th 1869 A huge flock of over 15,000 ducks passes Seaford heading east. 10th 1813 Mr Leach of Seaford dines with the Lord Chancellor and the Prince Regent at a meal at the Royal Pavilion in Brighton. 10th 1979 Seaford Museum opens. 11th 1804 James Hurdis, Seaford Apothecary and Druggist, is made bankrupt 13th 1950 Seaford Council buys 500 deck-chairs. 15th 1899 Seaford Council agree to let the National Telephone Company erect telephone poles in the town. 18th 1058 The Flemish monk Bulgarus arrives in Seaford to steal the bones of local St Lewenna from nearby St Andrewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church. 20th 1901 Mrs E. Hindle, the manageress of the Esplanade Hotel, falls down a lift shaft and is killed. 21st 1958 Chyngton School opens. Compiled by Kevin Gordon.

The competition, which was open to young people aged 11 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 17 who live or attend a school in the town, attracted both vocalists and instrumentalists with the chance to win cash prizes and the opportunity to feature in a spotlight solo at the Seaford Rock and Jazz Cabaret Evening on 24 March. The music chosen ranged from hits by Oasis and Adele to songs from well-known musicals as well as classical pieces. The second and third prizes went to vocalists Lamiah Davey and Emily Pearce and all performers also received a certificate commending their performance. Presenting the prizes Rotary Club President Isla Sitwell commented that this was just one of the ways the Club aimed to support our young people in the town. He went on to thank Mandy Johannson, the Head Teacher at Newlands School, for the use of their facilities, the judges Pat White, Margaret Darwall Smith and Andrew Daniels, along with Adam Briggs who managed the sound and lighting, and Damon Willer who acted as Master of Ceremonies for the event. But most of all he thanked the young people for the talent and confidence they had shown, which had captivated the audience. Because of their efforts this inaugural competition had been an unqualified success and he hoped it could become the first of many.

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KEEP CALM AND CARRY ON As our economy continues to struggle many businesses face real difficulties and challenges writes Robert Willison, Partner Corporate & Commercial Business at top local accountants Swindells. It is a great tribute to many of the businesses I know that they have survived, because they display a level of ingenuity, flexibility and grit which will stand them in good stead for the year to come.

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Lewes and Seaford CAB has recently received a grant of £4,833 from the Nationwide Foundation to support its work. The funding will be used to provide an additional day of debt advice each week for clients over 50. This will benefit people in the whole of Lewes District.

Jackie Wilkes, District Manager, said: “We are very grateful to the Nationwide Foundation for this grant. It will make a huge difference to our debt provision across the district and help clients over 50 to receive the face to face advice they need in order maximise their income and access the benefits to which they are entitled. If we were able to recruit a volunteer administration worker to support our Money Advice team it would relieve them of some of the paperwork and allow them to see even more clients. I’d like to encourage anyone interested in volunteering in this vital role to give me a call on 01273 477924 for an informal chat about what’s involved.”

Lewes and Seaford CAB provides free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to everyone on their rights and responsibilities. It values diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. Debt is the second largest area of advice for Lewes and Seaford CAB and in 2010-11 its advisers dealt with 3,778 debt issues. In one case, a client who had accrued debts due to long term ill health, was helped to get a grant to clear some of his utility debts. The client would always struggle on a limited income so the CAB money adviser was able to negotiate with the

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protecting your inheritance Barry Davis, Mayo Wynne Baxter When someone dies without a will, you might think relatives decide who inherits what, but this is not so. Assets are distributed according to rules laid down by Parliament - which may not follow the deceasedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes. If there are no relatives, the money may go to the state â&#x20AC;&#x201C; showing the importance of making a will. The law does offer some protection to people disinherited in this way, as well as those left out of a will.

Child of the deceased; including adopted and adult children l Anyone (including stepchildren) who was not a child of the deceased, but was treated as a child of the family in relation to a marriage or civil partnership l Anyone who, at the time of death, was at least in part financially maintained by the deceased.

You must be able to prove reasonable financial provision has not been made. The Court considers various factors to judge this: l the present or future financial resources and needs of the person claiming l the present or future financial resources and needs of other beneficiaries or claimants l the deceasedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s responsibilities towards the claimant and any beneficiaries of the estate l Unless there is good reason for delay, l the size and nature of the estate the claim must be issued within six l disabilities of any claimant or beneficiary months of the Grant of Probate or Letters l the conduct of the claimant and others of Administration. that may be relevant. The Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 allows some categories of people to contest the division of an estate that does not adequately provide for them. A claim can be brought if certain criteria are met: l The deceased was domiciled in England or Wales. This generally means they lived here, but they may have moved abroad and still retained their domicile here.

The relationship with the deceased must be either: l Spouse or civil partner l Former spouse or civil partner who has not re-married or entered a new civil partnership l A person who lived with the deceased as if their spouse or civil partner for at least the whole two years immediately before the death

Barry Davis, a Partner at Mayo Wynne Baxter specialises in contentious probate cases.

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Wills Are you aware of how your estate would be distributed if you died without making a will? It might not be as you think or would wish for, leaving a lot of potential problems for your beneficiaries. A will is inexpensive to make and the professional advice you will receive at Barwells will ensure that your loved ones are left with as few problems as possible.

Lasting Powers of Attorney This document enables you to give named persons, your attorneys, the powers to deal with your affairs should you become unable to deal with them yourself. The document can be, and should be, prepared well in advance so that it is there if the time comes. It must not be left until it is too late as a person without capacity cannot then appoint attorneys and an application to the Court to appoint a Deputy must be made, which is much more time consuming and expensive. The moral is to prepare the document when you can and, if you have elderly relatives, make sure that they have done so as well.

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Rotary Leads Volunteer Force in Global Polio Eradication

squeezing drops of the oral vaccine into the mouths of children under the age of 5. Day two, the same team dressed in canary yellow, so that they could be recognised and bring people out to satisfy their curiosity, proceeded on to house-tohouse calls to immunize those that could not get to the booths. John reported that there was such a warm and friendly welcome from the people who have very few possessions of their own but still took a great interest by gathering to witness the help being administered. They understood what the helpers were doing and why the help was there for the children. John said, “It has been extremely rewarding knowing that you are really doing something worthwhile and seeing the happy friendly children and the appreciation from their families. It was an awe-inspiring experience – never to be forgotten.”

Following on from the recent BBC programme on this subject we should bear in mind that Rotary Club members in more than 200 countries are leading this global effort to eradicate polio worldwide. As the lead private-sector partner of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, Rotary has contributed nearly US$800 million to fight this crippling and potentially fatal disease. Of even greater significance are the countless volunteer hours of more than one million Rotarians who have donated their help to immunize nearly 2 billion children in over 122 countries over the last 20 years. Locally, the Rotary Club of Seaford can report that one of its members, paying his own passage, made a working visit to a deprived area in the outskirts of Delhi, India. Day one of the visit, working from one of the “booths”, Past President John Owen had the privilege to be involved in a team of four immunizing 620 children by

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The Rotary Club of Seaford’s Christmas towing vehicle

The vehicle that the Rotary Club of Seaford use for its Christmas collections is available at other times of the year to clubs and organisations that may wish to use it. It is fully fitted with a PA system, and is very suitable for fetes, festivals, Donkey Derbies, etc. Drive it yourselves (subject to terms & conditions) or we can usually provide a driver.

If interested, please contact us by email to pa@seafordrotary.org.uk.

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NEWHAVEN AND SEAFORD SAILING CLUB Welcome

Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club is based in Sussex and has three operating centres: Seaford Seafront (West End), Newhaven Marina and the training Lake at Piddinghoe located just off the Lewes Road between Newhaven and Lewes. Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club is an RYArecognised Training Centre, which runs courses based on the National Training Schemes. Whether you have never stepped on a boat before, want to improve your skills, or simply want to get back out on the water, our team of instructors are available to help you achieve your goals, in a friendly and relaxed environment, and to give you a taster of this exciting sport for all the family, Have you ever thought about trying sailing or windsurfing, participating on a learn to sail or windsurfing weekend course, or perhaps learning to drive a fast powerboat?

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and enables you to meet new friends. As a member of the club, our Seaford site offers one of the best views of the bay and the setting sun, where you can enjoy a drink or meal on the verandah overlooking the beach.We have a very active social side to the club with regular theme evenings and events and out on the water, we race on a Wednesday evening and on Sundays from March until October on the sea in Seaford bay, and on our Piddinghoe Lake from November to February. Throughout the summer we have sailing events such as a four-day Olympic Regatta at Piddinghoe, a sailing week on the beach for the whole family and a ‘Cadet Week’ for our youth sailors in the school holidays. For the non-sailors who wish to take advantage of our facilities there is a social membership category.

If you would like to come and view the excellent facilities at our Seaford club house where we have our bar and shorebreak café with fantastic views,

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Running Commentary... In these monthly articles I have touched on many of the aspects that make running such an enjoyable and popular pastime for so many. However, one element that I have mentioned very little is inspiration. Being inspired by the efforts and encouragement of others can have a profound and lasting effect on one’s mindset and achievements, and I believe that the world of running is full of inspirational characters at all levels. One such person was Bill Young, who, at the age of 50 was one of the original members of the Seaford Striders when it was formed in 1986. Like so many, he ran for fitness and enjoyment but also liked the challenge of competing in races, and took part in hundreds of events, from one-mile ‘sprints’ to ultramarathon endurance races. Throughout his 25 years as a Strider he encouraged, advised and supported his fellow runners, while through his dedication and commitment ensured that the club grew strong and thrived. Bill’s favourite races were marathons, achieving a PB of 3:49 at the 1987 London Marathon. He went on to build up a cricket score of marathons as he set about reaching 100 marathons by his 70th birthday. When he was on 93 (and aged 68) he was diagnosed with prostate cancer and told to give up running. His response was - “In that case, I’ll walk the last seven”… and he did. Interestingly, Bill didn’t enjoy running in hot weather, yet despite that, nearly half of his marathons were done on such occasions. His first attempt at the South Downs Way 80-mile ultramarathon was on a very warm summer’s day in 1993, but he was forced to pull out with heat exhaustion after only 52 miles… only? Two years later he returned to the event and conquered it despite similar weather conditions.

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An early sign of his enthusiasm for running came as a 12-year-old when, in the 1948 Olympics year he was one of a group of children who organised their own ‘mini Olympics’ around the roads of Brighton, and he comfortably won all the ‘long distance’ races. His interest in athletics then took a back seat until the running boom of the 1980s when marathons caught his imagination and he became an enthusiastic participant. He used to call himself a plodder, but plodders don’t run sub 4-hour marathons. While he was inspired by people like Paula Radcliffe, Eamonn Martin Haile Gebrselassie, he was enthusing others around him, particularly newcomers to running. Bill Young was a quiet, unassuming person with a passion for running, a strong sense of loyalty and a cast-iron determination to do his best in whatever he tackled. So when he was restricted to just walking, his resolve was just as solid, even though it must have been extremely hard watching runners leaving him trailing far behind in a race. At no time did he ever show any bitterness at having had the thrill and buzz that running creates, taken from him. Bill was a truly inspirational athlete. Martin Bulger, founder member of Seaford Striders Running Club.

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SEAHAVEN Yoga Vajrasati Yoga with Rosie Waters

with Becky Have FUN! Get FIT! With FRIENDS! Every Monday 6.45pm - 7.45pm and 8pm - 9pm

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Eat Your Way to Success For those of you who have started your journey towards a healthier lifestyle, may I congratulate you on the choices you have made. I am sure you are striving towards eating a healthier diet and being more active. However, on your journey obstacles may get in the way and one of those is likely to be pressures to eat the wrong foods or more food than you need or want. This will, of course, take you off your path to following your healthy eating plan and I would like to give you some helpful advice when faced with difficult situations, which I hope will help you stay on track towards your ultimate health and fitness goals. Dealing with pressures to eat It is likely that you are going to be faced with pressures to eat by family, friends or colleagues. The reasons are varied, some are well meaning and some for whatever reason are not. l

Others may feel uncomfortable when eating large meals in front of you and may offer or encourage you to eat more. Always be polite in your responses and tell them you do not feel uncomfortable and they can eat as they wish and you are happy with what you have chosen.

A loved one may feel obliged to take care of you and they may feel you are starving yourself and making yourself ill. They may want to encourage you to eat more because they are concerned for your welfare. Again you need to reassure them that you are fine and happy with what you are doing and that they will help you more by encouraging you to keep to your healthy eating plan.

Unfortunately, you will come across people whose motives are not positive and they may want to sabotage your efforts. They may be jealous of your success because they cannot do the same. This is their problem and attitude, don’t let it be yours.

Others, for whatever reason, may not want you to succeed and again this is their problem. It is better to ignore them, refuse the pressure to eat and move on with your life; after all, you are going to be the happier and healthier person in the end.

your plan whatever it takes and most people will get the message and stop pestering you. When pressured to eat, stand up for yourself and refuse. Avoid being aggressive or insulting even if you suspect evil motives. Eating away from home l When you go out for a meal only order what you need and believe is right for you. Do not be taken in by the £1 added extras and usually high-fat items. It may sound like a good deal but your waistline will not thank you. l When you make the good choice of a salad then ask for the dressing on the side, or low fat option or better still, none at all. l Watch out for hidden calories such as rich sauces, oils, fried or breaded foods. Ask the waiter if you are not sure. l Beware of the breadbasket - it’s best not to eat the bread; however, having one piece without butter and eating it slowly will mean you are more full before your main meal and may not eat as much fatty food later in the meal. l Be wise with dessert. Ask yourself, do I deserve a dessert? Am I still hungry? Have I eaten lightly today and can I enjoy a light dessert without feeling guilty later? Choose fresh fruit salad. Some restaurants have calories on the menus so choose the low option. Ask your friends or partner to encourage you to order the healthy option. l To drink or not to drink alcohol. It is, of course, better to avoid alcohol. When you eat your muscles will become saturated with glycogen (the sugars from the carbohydrates you eat) so any alcohol you drink has nowhere to go and can only be stored as fat, usually around your middle. If you are going to have a little alcohol, better choices could be a wine spritzer; having a glass of wine and glass of water and alternating the two perhaps a spirit with a low-cal mixer or water. Avoid alcopops and beer. As always when you are on a healthy eating and exercise plan, life may sometimes take you off course. Be kind to yourself when this happens; do not punish yourself. Accept that you did not make the best choice and move on, being determined to do much better next time. The next day you are going to get back on your healthy eating plan and healthy lifestyle. One small blip does not have to affect your whole week. Always, move on, go forward and do whatever it takes to reach your goal.

If you would like to know more about diet and exercise Abs Personal Training runs a Free Weight Loss Club which can be attended by all our exercise class members. The weight-loss plan that we share is the highly successful Abs Weight Loss Plan that I have used with my personal l When you are dealing with these situations it is training clients for many years. Please contact me on important that you remain in control; after all, when we are 07711 890956 and I would be pleased to discuss your calm and in control we are more likely to make the right health and fitness goals and how I can help you towards a choices. Always be firm and polite when reaffirming to healthier and more fulfilled future. your family, friends and colleagues that you are sticking with Claire Ori. Master Trainer at Abs Personal Training Please mention Seaford Scene when contacting advertisers 32 l

Show others how determined you are to succeed however many times they test you. You must tell them you are serious about your goals and that you do not want to be pushed off course.

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Seaford Golf Club ‘A day without golf is a day without sunshine’

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MEDITATION CLASSES AT THE ARCHWAY with Robin Shell

Seaford bowling club Chichester Road Seaford BN25 2DT Founded 1912

These classes are a time for you to learn to go inwards, to connect with your inner, creative energy and wisdom. “We need to get back in contact with our spirit, with our inner creative source. I believe that each one of us has a deep sense of truth within us, the guiding force that can lead us successfully through our lives.” Shakti Gawain, 1991

We will do: Simple breathing exercises Relaxation exercises Guided visualizations Meditation techniques Fees: £5 per session Days: Tuesdays Dates: starting 17/4/2012 (term time only) Times: 18:30 – 19:30 Venue: The Archway 1 Blatchington Road, Seaford You will need to wear comfortable clothes and bring something to lie/sit on and a light blanket.

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Private – affiliated to EBA SCBA SWCBA Seaford Bowling Club are holding their annual Spring Bazzar on 14th April 10am till 12 noon. Many stalls including cakes and preserves, bric-abrac, crafts and jewellery, books & puzzles, videos and plants. There will also be a raffle and tombola. Seaford Bowling Club are also proud to announce the commencement of their Centenary Year Celebrations to be held at their club premises in Chichester Road, Seaford on 21st April 2012 at 1.30pm, to be officially opened by the Mayor of Seaford, who will also be raising the new centenary club flag. Seaford Bowling Club are holding their Annual Open Day at their club premises in Chichester Road, Seaford on Sunday 29th April 2012 from 10am until 12 noon. It will be a good opportunity for anyone to try their hand at this popular and very enjoyable and healthy sport. Expert tuition will be on hand at this friendly and informal event. Soft flat shoes are the only essentials. Free tea and coffee will be available and our well-stocked bar will also be open for refreshments. For more information visit www.seafordbowlingclub.org.

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First a reminder that on Good Friday, 6th April, the choir will be joined by guest singers for an ‘Almost Instant’ performance of John Stainer’s The Crucifixion at 7pm in St. Leonard’s Church, Church Street, Seaford. Soloists Gary Marriott (Tenor) and Adrian White (Bass) and the chorus tell the Passion story and the work includes five hymns for the congregation/audience to sing along with the choir. Richard Toms plays the Organ and Sion Parry conducts. The performers have a run-through at 5pm on the day, followed by refreshments and then the performance at 7pm. Singers and audience are asked to contribute an admission charge of £3 at the door on the day, the proceeds of the event going to the local registered charity Homelink, assisting homeless people in the area to obtain private rented accommodation. Much more about Homelink at www. lewesdistrictchurcheshomelink.org.uk. Further choir information from 01323 492791. Fast forward three weeks and, again at St.Leonard’s Church, the Society presents its Spring Concert at 7.30pm on Saturday 28th April (not ‘May’ as the writer dozily suggested in the March issue of this publication !). The two very contrasting works in the programme are contemporaneous. Johannes Brahms While Brahms, in his thirties, was around 1866 composing his monumental German Requiem, Fauré (19) was working on his small but perfectly formed masterpiece the Cantique de Jean Racine which won him first prize when he graduated from the École Niedermeyer in 1865. The Requiem will be sung in English and the soloists will be Lucinda Houghton (Soprano) and Jozik Kotz (Baritone). The Cantique will be sung in French. Nick Milner-Gulland will be at the Organ and Sion Parry conducts. Tickets at £9 (including programme) will be on sale at Seaford Tourist Information Centre and Newberry Estate Agents, both in Church Street, or telephone 01323 894954. There will be a further opportunity to hear the Requiem on Friday 11th May at 7.30pm when the choir and soloists repeat it in Lewes Town Hall with the Lewes Concert Orchestra in a programme which will include Saint-Saëns Symphony No. 2.

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Pauline Ruckes, President of the Inner Wheel Club of Seaford Pauline has been a member of the Inner Wheel Club of Seaford for 11 years. She was born and educated in East London and attended the first ‘Technical & Commercial’ School. Now retired, Pauline used to work as a secretary/PA at Legal & General. She belongs to and is involved with her local church. Pauline is married and has 2 sons and 4 grandchildren. What does your role involve? I chair monthly meetings and coordinate activities of various committees (fundraising, social, overseas & catering). I support my own club’s fundraising events, ie. Spud & Pud lunches, coffee mornings, ‘Candlelight Supper’ in late June in aid of St Wilfrid’s Hospice and MacMillan Nurses, etc., attend outside activities, when invited, ie. Rotary quizzes, fundraising events, etc., and also activities of other Inner Wheel Clubs in our district. What is your favourite song or piece of music? Anything from ‘Les Miserables’. I have seen the show four times. What book are you reading? The Return by Victoria Hislop. However, Neville Shute is my favourite author of all time, but it is very difficult to get hold of his books these days, even via the library. What is your favourite film? I really do enjoy going to the cinema. Shawshank Redemption, Castaway, Beaches, Steel Magnolias. What is the first line of your favourite poem? Just a line to say I’m living, that I’m not among the dead Though I’m getting more forgetful and mixed up in my head... What is your idea of happiness? Lying on a sunbed on a beach in either Greece or Cyprus, reading a book. Also enjoying a meal out with family. We don’t go in for presents in our family but always enjoy a meal out together to celebrate a birthday or Christmas. Which living person do you most admire? Camila Batmanghelidjh, The founder of ‘Kids Company’. I would truly love to talk to her and find out how she started this organisation. What is your favourite smell? Freshly cut grass – it makes me so glad to live in England. What is your greatest fear? I have a phobia of anything to do with birds. I cannot stand the sound of their flapping wings. What words or phrases do you most overuse? My husband says it’s “now where did I put that?” What is your most memorable learning experience? Hot-air balloon ride, given to me as a 60th birthday present. A fantastic experience (if you don’t mind heights). What is the most important lesson life has taught you? Not to worry too much. Today’s flood will be tomorrow’s puddle. What or who is the greatest love in your life? My grandchildren (one of whom is slightly disabled).

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Come and join us - we are a friendly informal group, with some members who are great experts in various aspects of natural history (and are happy to share their knowledge) and others who are novices keen to learn about plants, birds and insects in our lovely Sussex countryside. We start our new season of outdoor meetings on 3rd April with a stroll around High and Over looking for spring flowers. 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 all our current members and we welcome visitors and prospective new members on these walks. We suggest that visitors make a £1 donation. For more information about the society, please visit our website www.seafordnaturalhistory.org.uk or ring 01323 491964.

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Living at Cuckmere Haven

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I’m sitting out on the verandah writing this on a warm spring morning. The sun on the sea, the birds singing, the garden springing into life: all these things make the dark days of winter worth it. The warmth of the sun gives Robb and I the chance to fall in love with Cuckmere all over again. Not that we’d fallen out of love with this beautiful place, only that the daily tasks to enable us to live comfortably during the winter could distract us from the wonder of it all. I try to remember this on a daily basis – to take stock and count my blessings, so that it doesn’t take a sunny day for me to think ‘Life’s good’. I keep a little book of gratitudes with things I’m grateful for on a grand scale (my husband, my family, my health etc.) and ‘smaller’ daily gratitudes (witnessing the mist rolling off the sea at sunrise, catching up with my best friend over a glass of wine). I go for months happily reminding myself of all life’s small wonders. Then, one day, I forget to write in the book and that day becomes weeks…and then months. My attitude has imperceptibly changed and I’m living less in the moment and more caught in the daily grind of getting things done. Recently, whilst sorting through a pile of dusty books by my bed, I rediscovered the gratitude book. I was in a fret about all the things I had to do and how little time I had to do them in and the book landed in my hands at JUST the right time – time to reinstate that sense of joy and wonder! Everything about Cuckmere’s natural spring beauty reminds me to live in the present – to savour every moment. April is my spring-cleaning month when I start running around with cardboard boxes marked ‘charity shop’ and Robb starts quaking in his boots! Growing up as a child of hoarders has made me rather ruthless, whereas Robb, whose mum kept a minimalist home, likes to hold on to things. I’m sure this is common in a lot of

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Seaford Little Theatre Review

Habeas Corpus The Seaford Little Theatre has struck gold once again as they brilliantly performed Alan Bennett’s racy post-card comedy ‘Habeas Corpus’ on Saturday 18th February. The Little Theatre crew have a real talent for farce, a talent which came winging through in their revival of this wickedly funny and bawdy play. ‘Habeas Corpus’ is a witty comedy about the 1970s permissive society. Set in Hove, the play revolves around the lives of the sex-obsessed middle-class. The main action of the play takes place in the household of Dr Arthur Wicksteed (Tony Bannister), a household, which, behind closed doors is not quite the respectable establishment it is thought to be... Whilst the lustful and adulterous Doctor Wicksteed pursues his attractive patient Felicity Rumpers (Lauren-Nicole Little), his wife Muriel Wicksteed (Cathryn Parker) is off chasing and forcing her voluptuous self upon various love interests, his gormless son Dennis Wicksteed (Chris Church) becomes trapped into a love triangle of an engagement, and his sister Connie Wicksteed (Lindsey Holledge) prances around wearing fake boobs in a desperate attempt to snare a man. You could cut the sexual tension in this play with a knife as each character is just as insatiable as the last. An endless round of trouser-dropping and sexual antics takes place throughout the play, and we are taken from one ridiculous circumstance to the next. The comedy aspect of the production is highlighted by the cast’s continual asides to the audience and through their random bursts of rhyming couplets. Lindsey Holledge was fantastic as the shy and dowdy Connie Wicksteed. Obsessed with improving her flat

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FUSCIAS

Late March and early April are active months if you want to grow excellent Fuchsias. Prune established half-hardy plants, which have wintered under glass, as soon as they have started into growth. Pot on plants that have become pot bound into the next size pot. Failure to do this will result in premature flowering and week blooms. Towards the end of the month take cuttings from new growth with 3 or 4 pairs of leaves. Water the cuttings then leave in a warm place. If there is no bottom heat they will take up to four weeks to root and show signs of growth. Stop or pinch out the growing tip of cuttings after two pairs of leaves to encourage a bushy habit. After a month you can use a weak solution of high nitrogen feed on a regular basis. Shade plants under glass and spray daily. Keep pinching out all growing tips to further shape the plant and encourage lots of flowers. Take care of you lovely plant and enter it in our Main Show on the 4th August. Mike Parker (Chairman)

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Now that the days are getting longer we can look forward to venturing out in our gardens more. At least the spring bulbs are coming out to give us some colour, and other perennials are pushing through the soil or budding up. I even have several blobs of frog spawn in the pond. Our speaker at our February meeting, Dr Barry Yates, gave a very interesting talk entitled ‘Plants of Rye Harbour Reserve’. He is the manager of the area and works hard with his staff to keep it as tidy and interesting as possible. It is run by three different committees, namely Sussex Wildlife Trust, the Environment Agency and Friends of Rye Harbour. The shingle beaches are created by the force of the sea movement and many rare plants exist on this area. The waters around Camber Castle consist of one large gravel pit, which involves a lot of work to make shallow areas for special birds to use and nest on. But is it not just about birds, as shingle attracts plants such as sea kale, the pretty mauve pea flower and yellow poppy, as well as the vipers bugloss which attracts many insects and special butterflies. Rabbits cause quite a big problem eating the rare plants so special fencing has to be erected to protect the habitat. All colours of valerian have no trouble in surviving and get so dominant that it has to be reduced by digging-up sessions! The salt marsh attracts the wading birds and special plants which like the salty conditions. The saline lagoon is covered most of the time with the sea but some lovely plants survive such as goose foot, pink beetroot and bearded grasses. The reed bed has tall grass on which sheep and goats graze. It has to be cleaned out mechanically each year. Lots of wonderful birds come in to breed. As reeds are so intense they make different calls to communicate.

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Dr Barry Yates’s talk was full of far too much information for me to write down, but everyone present thoroughly enjoyed the evening. Our next talk will be at Cross Way, Steyne Road (opposite the Wellington pub). We are only using this venue until June while renovation is carried out at the Clinton Centre. The title of Mrs Gina Bowman’s talk is ‘Growing Fuchsias in Shingle’. Please come and join us either as a visitor for a fee of £2 or become a member for £10. Phone Anne Silk on 01323 491 331 for information, or visit www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/sgc.

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You shall go to the ball, and I’ve got just the dress... Rosemary has more dresses than the average woman in fact, the top floor of her house is crammed full of them to fit all shapes and sizes: prom dresses, evening gowns and outfits for ‘mother of the bride’. As I ambled up and down the well-organised dress rails, musing over the drape of the damask and the flow of the silks, in awe of the broderie anglaise, the sequins, the glass beads and the rainbow hue of a hundred different chiffons, I found myself wishing that someone would invite me to a ball or a wedding so that I would have an excuse to try on lots of lovely dresses. Hiring an outfit for your special day isn’t as popular as it once was, but the opportunity to wear a new outfit every few months has its benefits; after all that’s what celebrities do, but I also found out that dress hire can be very liberating. Who’d have thought?........ Imagine, the mother of the groom stands nervously in a smartly decorated room, surrounded by hats, shoes and handbags. Her husband is sitting in the chair in the corner looking rather bemused. A smartly dressed and rather glamorous middle-aged woman removes the protective cover from a midnight blue silk two piece and hands it to the woman while guiding her to the changing area, drawing the curtains behind her. After a while the woman tentatively opens the curtains and presents herself into the spotlight in front of the full-length mirror. Every one agrees midnight blue is just not her colour, so she goes back into the curtained cubicle to undress. Holding the curtains together to allow a small gap she takes a second outfit to try on. Again the comments from the bored gentleman in the corner are none too positive and there are seventeen more dresses awaiting approval or otherwise. This time, rather than return to the changing room, she removes the dress where she stands and takes the next one. It’s been a while since she stood in front of quite such a well-lit large mirror, and even longer since she had the confidence to do it in front of a stranger. To her surprise she feels quite relaxed in her semi-nakedness and throughout the costume changes she has plenty of time to scan her body; its lumps and bumps, the evidence of her three pregnancies, the imperfections and the lovely curvy bits too. She smiles. She looks quite good naked. Gok Wan would be proud. Rosemary told me, “It happens all the time. Women come in feeling self-conscious and embarrassed and in no time at all they take their clothes off in front of me as if they do this every day.” Back in the store room, I gravitate towards the pink and lilac corseted, prom dress adorned with sequins and diamante, which spreads a third of the rail. With multiple layers of net

it could quite easily stand up all by its self. It cost £395 new, but Rosemary bought it from its frustrated owner for a tenth of that price. “She tried to sell it on Ebay but had no offers” Rosemary told me. She explained that nowadays, girls want to own a prom dress and rarely consider hiring one. “They think they will wear it again, but the next time these young girls get a chance to dress up, they won’t want to wear something they wore at their school prom.” Some times it make sense to hire a dress rather than buy one and have it hanging in a wardrobe until you reluctantly hand it to the charity shop. Rosemary gets plenty of offers for once-used prom dresses although rarely buys them. Rosemary is passionate about what she does, recounting stories of her customers, like the woman who turned up in a dress and cardigan from M&S, seeking a hat to ‘finish’ the ensemble. She was dressing for her son’s wedding. After Rosemary’s expert guidance, she left with a whole new outfit, including evening jacket and a hat that would have turned heads at Ascot. When she returned the items a few days later, she told Rosemary that the new man in her life said she looked “bloody fantastic”, that her son was in tears when he saw her and best of all she outshone her exhusband’s new younger wife and she told Rosemary “That was worth every penny.” A small but very satisfying victory for this ex-wife I feel. Then there was Barbara, who chose a beautiful skirt and matching corset to try on for her 25th wedding anniversary party. As Rosemary laced the corset she explained that Barbara didn’t need to keep her bra on as the corset did the job all by itself. “Oh I couldn’t go anywhere without a bra on” insisted Barbara “what if someone found out?” Rosemary assured her “Only two people know and I’ll never tell”. The bra came off, the corset fitted and Barbara left with an apprehensive but excited smile. Upon her return and with a little anticipation Rosemary asked how the celebrations had gone. Barbara told her “It was wonderful; everyone told me how fabulous I looked.” Asked if she had left her bra at home she answered “Yes, and it was the first time in my life I have ever left the house without a bra on!” And both women smiled and embraced this moment of true liberation. Are you listening Gok? June Bradbury

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WHAT’S ON In & Around Seaford APRIL Thursday March 29th Unity Group Lunch The White Lion, Seaford 12.30pm. Charity lunch and raffle. Donations welcome. Tel: 01323 896877. Saturday March 31st National Trust Spring Fair St. Leonard’s Church Hall, Church Street 10.00 - 11.30am. Entry 50p including coffee and biscuits. Musical Showtime with Jean Martyn Seaford Head Community College, Arundel Road 7pm - 9,30pm, doors 6.15pm. Tickets £6 including interval refreshments. Tel: 01273 512771. www.musicalshowtime.co.nr Saturday 31st March - Thursday 12th April ‘From the North looking South’, David Stacey and Graham Carlow Hop Gallery, Castle Ditch Lane, Lewes Tues - Sat 10.30am - 5pm, Sunday 12 noon - 5pm. Closed Monday. Photography as a medium is explored through the iconic landscape and scenic views of the south. Tel 01273 487744. www.hopgallery.com Sunday 1st - Sunday 15th Easter Excitement Newhaven Fort Various events including quiz, Punch & Judy, craft workshops and motorcycle rally. www.newhavenfort.org.uk Tuesday 3rd Seaford Natural History Society High & Over 10.30am. Meet High & Over car park. Ref: TQ509011. Tel: 01323 491964, www. seafordnaturalhistory.org.uk Seaford Head Probus Club Seaford Golf Club, Blatchington Monthly meeting and lunch for members and guests. Tel: 01323 896373 East Blatchington Lectures St Peter’s Church Hall, Belgrave Road 2.30pm. Art historian Kay Blackburn on the PreRaphaelites. Tickets £5 inc tea and cake, from Stephen Newberry Estate Agents, Church Street, or on the door. Compiled with assistance from Seaford Tourist Information Centre and Lewes District Council.

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 Wednesday 4th Seaford Museum & Heritage Society Martello Tower 10am-12 noon. Easter Holiday Children’s Easter craft event. Tel: 01323 898222 www.seafordmuseum.co.uk

Saturday 7th Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane, Seaford 8pm. Mia Browne. Tel: 01323 890087 The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Iron Tyger. Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk Monday 9th Table Top Sale Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane, Seaford 10am - 1pm. £5 per table.

Silver Song Club - Sing For Your Life Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road, Seaford 2 - 3.30pm. Free social singing for all older people & carers. Refreshments inc. Tel: Barbara Cronk on 01323 897401

Tuesday 10th Probus Club of Seaford Seven Sisters Hotel, Alfriston Rd 12 noon for 1pm lunch. Monthly meeting with 3-course meal and speaker. Tel: 01323 894858 or 01323 894073

The Wednesday Group Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd 7.30pm. Meeting in the Wesley Room. Mildred Price ‘Easter Flowers’. Tel: 01323 891003

Tuesday 10th & Wednesday 11th Shape Up for Summer! WellnessWorks, 1st Floor, 38 Church Street Tuesday 11am with coach Natalie. Weds 7pm/7.30pm with coach Toni. £35 for 12 weeks. Tel: 01323 897671. www.wellnessworksinfo.co.uk

Thursday 5th Family Roots, Eastbourne & District Family History Society Ocklynge School,Victoria Drive, Eastbourne 7.15 for 7.30pm. AGM followed by three talks by members. Visitors £1.50. Tel: 01323 731792 www.eastbournefhs.org.uk Friday 6th Ouse Valley Cycle Network Piddinghoe 11am. Village Connections Living Landscape Ouse Valley photowalk. www.ovcn.org.uk Seaford Choral Society St. Leonard’s Church, Church Street 7pm. Guest singers join the choir for an ‘Almost Instant’ performance of John Stainer’s ‘The Crucifixion’. £3, proceeds to Homelink. Tel: 01323 492791 for info. Seaford Folk Club The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road 8pm. Singers and Musicians Night. Come and join our DIY night to either perfom or just listen. www.seafordfolkclub.com Fri 6th - Mon 9th Sussex Grange Open Weekend Sussex Grange (A26) Uckfield Road, Clayhill, Lewes BN8 5RU Mays Terracotta, SG Home Interiors, PN Paving Supplies. Tel: 01273 814165

Wednesday 11th Seaford Women’s Institute Claremont Hall, Claremont Rd 2pm. Monthly meeting Seaford Museum & Heritage Society Martello Tower 7.30pm. ‘The Scandalous Diaries of Mrs Henry Dudeney’, a talk by Diana Crook. £2 (members £1). Tel: 01323 898222 www.seafordmuseum.co.uk Seaford District Stamp Club Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd 7.15pm. Meeting and talk. ‘Fun Philately’ by Nigel Chandler MBE. Tel: 01323 890699 www.seafordstampclub.co.uk Friday 13th Seaford Bowling Club Spring Bazaar Chichester Road, Seaford 10am - 12 noon. Stalls, raffle and tombola.Tel: 01323 896121 Seaford WEA Fiction Writing Workshop Hillcrest Centre, Newhaven 10am - 12.30pm. every Friday for 10 weeks. Fiction writing workshop with Umi Sinha, for beginners and more experienced writers. £100 for the course. Tel: 01323 890201.

Lunchtime Concert St Leonard’s Church 1pm. ‘Practicall Musicke’ with Period Instruments. Concert approx 1 hour. Free and selfsupporting with donations given by our generous audience. Seaford Hard of Hearing Club St James’ Clubhouse, 11 Blatchington Road, Seaford 2pm. A presentation on the building of the new St Wilfrid’s Hospice. Tel: 01323 898628 Bishopstone Parish Hall fundraising evening Bishopstone Parish Hall 7pm for 7.30pm. An evening of local farming nostalgia. Talk, cine film and cheese & wine. £7 including refreshments, from Linda’s Stores, Bishopstone Railway Station. Tel: 01273 515985 for info. Seaford Folk Club The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road 8pm. Music from Derek Gifford, who has been singing folk songs for over 30 years and is now a full-time folk singer. www.seafordfolkclub.com Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane, Seaford 8pm. Disaster Quiz. Tel: 01323 890087 Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th Newhaven and Seaford Sailing Club Open Day Piddinghoe, Piddinghoe Pond Saturday 10am - 4pm. Seaford, Marine Parade Sunday 10am - 2pm. Come and have a taster sail and learn about the club. www.nssc.org.uk Saturday 14th - Thursday 26th ‘Rooms and Roaming Residencies’, Katie Sollohub Hop Gallery, Castle Ditch Lane, Lewes Tues - Sat 10.30am - 5pm, Sunday 12 noon - 5pm. Closed Monday. Katie Sollohub’s paintings and drawings explore her response to other people’s homes, the spaces they inhabit and the stories behind their significant objects. Tel 01273 487744 www.hopgallery.com Sunday 15th Friends of Tide Mills Community Beach Clean Tide Mills 10am. Tel 01273 517291

Rotary Club of Seaford Boot Sale, Craft and Produce Market Martello Fields, Seaford 7.30am for sellers, £8 per car, £10 for produce market vendors. 9am - 1pm open to public. Free parking. Tel: 01273 513162 or email: secretary@seafordrotary.org.uk Tuesday 17th Seaford Natural History Society Herstmonceux 10am. Meet Herstmonceux Church. Ref: TQ642101. Tel: 01323 491964, www. seafordnaturalhistory.org.uk Wednesday 18th Seaford Women’s Institute Claremont Hall, Claremont Rd 2pm. Scrabble Friday 20th Seaford Folk Club The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road 8pm. Roy Clinging has a strong vocal style and adept use of the English concertina and acoustic guitar. www.seafordfolkclub.com The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Karaoke Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk Saturday 21st The Crouch Bowling Club Crouch Gardens, East Street 10am - 12 noon. Open Day. Tel: 01323 896344 or email brian.bodsworth@btinternet.com. The Wednesday Group Coffee Morning & Stalls Cross Way Church, Steyne Rd 10am - 12 noon. Coffee morning and stalls. Tel: 01323 891003

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Seaford Bowling Club Chichester Road, Seaford 1.30pm. The club’s Centenary year celebrations will be opened by the Mayor of Seaford. Tel: 01323 896121 Seaford Silver Band Seaford Head Community College Hall, Arundel Road 7.30pm. Spring Concert. £6 adults, £3 up to age 12. On the door or from Carole Electra, Clinton Place or Crosby’s Broad Street. Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane, Seaford 8pm. The Likely Lads. Tel: 01323 890087 The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Mike & the Meerkats. Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk Sunday 22nd Seaford Cricket Club Family Fun Day Salts Recreation Ground, Seaford 10am - 4pm. Free admission. For information tel: 07850 602865. Monday 23rd The Royal Society of St George St Andrew’s Church & Dean’s Place Hotel, Alfriston 6pm - 6.45pm. Church service. 7pm for 7.30pm St George’s Day dinner. £23. Black tie/lounge suit for gentlemen, ladies as appropriate. Tel: 01323 899985.

Wednesday 25th Seaford Gardening Club Clinton Centre, Clinton Place 7.30pm. Talk by Gina Bowman on ‘Growing Fuchsias in Shingle’. Tel: 01323 491331 www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/sgc. Thursday 26th Seaford & District Horticultural Society St Leonard’s Church Hall, Church Lane, Seaford 7pm. Social evening for members only. Speaker Lindsey Thomas on ‘The Seaford Exchange Project’. Tel 01323 898733. www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/sdhs Friday 27th The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Quiz Night. Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk Seaford Folk Club The Royal British Legion, Claremont Road 8pm. Barber and Armer, a brilliant duo from Brighton. www.seafordfolkclub.com Saturday 28th Seaford Historic Guided Tour Seaford Tourist Information Centre, Church Street 10.30am. Tour lasts at least one hour. £5.Tel: 01323 897426

Alfriston Historic Guided Tour Seaford Tourist Information Centre, Church Street 2pm. Tour lasts at least one hour. £5.Tel: 01323 897426 Seaford Choral Society St. Leonard’s Church, Church St 7.30pm. Spring Concert. Brahms ‘German Requiem’ and Fauré ‘Cantique de Jean Racine’. £9 including programme from Seaford Tourist Information Centre and Newberry Estate Agents both Church Street., or tel: 01323 492791 Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane, Seaford 8pm. Playing with Fire. Tel: 01323 890087 The Royal British Legion Club Claremont Road, Seaford 8.45pm. Peter Bennett. Tel: 01323 890154 www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk Sunday 29th Seaford Bowling Club Open Day Chichester Road, Seaford 10am - 12 noon. Expert tuition, free tea and coffee. Bring soft, flat shoes. Tel: 01323 896121 Seaford Women’s Institute 10am. Sponsored walk for ACWW (WI abroad).

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WHAT’S ON WEEKLY In & Around Seaford ARTS & CRAFTS

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. For further details contact Julia Galvin 01323 507712 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 Bishopstone Parish Hall 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 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 Art Club Downs Leisure Centre Alternate Fri: 2 - 4pm. New members welcome of all levels. If you would like to paint, this is the place for you.Come and join us. Oct 7th - June 22nd 2012. Tel: 01323 895223 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 Photographic Society Chyngton Methodist Church Hall Fri: September to June. 7.45pm. www.seafordphotosoc.co.uk

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

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) to18yrs. For further information email ben.clay@serfca.org Civil Service Pensioners Alliance Blatchington House, Firle Road 1st Tues of month: 10am. Seaford CSPA meeting. Friendly chat inc. group business and info on pensions/benefits/ socials & days out. Refreshments. Coffee Morning The Clinton Centre, Clinton Pl. Tues: 10.30am - 12pm. Coffee, tea and biscuit, 80p. The coffee morning will not be held for the duration of the building work at the centre. Sessions are expected to resume in July 2012. Tel: 01323 873262 Coffee Morning & Bring and Buy St Luke’s Church Hall, Walmer Rd Weds: 10am - 12 noon Coffee Pot Chyngton Methodist Church Hall Thurs: 10 - 11.30am. Assorted items on sale. Disabled access. Friendly atmosphere. Tel: 01323 897799 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. 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, discussions and outings. For more details tel: 01323 490154 Lipreading Classes St James’ Clubhouse Tues mornings: Tel 01323 898628 email: bcarter29@ btinternet.com

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 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 Seaford Head Probus Club Seaford Golf Club, Blatchington 1st Tues of month: Monthly lunch for members and guests. Tel: 01323 896373 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. St John Ambulance Headquarters, Little Place Lane Cadets Mon: 6.30 - 8.30pm. (10 to 17 yrs) Badgers & Adults Tues: Groups not currently running. Tel: 07817 604279 Seaford Bonfire Society The White Lion Hotel, Claremont Road First Thurs of month: 7pm. Membership and open committee meeting. Seaford Book Group 4th Tues of month: 7.30pm. New members welcome. Contact seafordbooklovers@hotmail. co.uk. for more information. 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. Tel: 01323 896877 or email: ritaevans@hotmail.co.uk 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 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. 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 Branch of Royal Airforces Association Over 60s Club, Downs Leisure Centre 4th Tues of month: 7.30pm. All ex-members and friends of RAF welcome. Tel: 01323 894763 or come along. Seahaven St John Ambulance Coffee Morning Headquarters, Little Place Lane 1st and 3rd Sats 10am - 12noon Southdown Bridge Club 60+ Club, Downs Leisure Cnt Weds: 6.30 - 9.45pm. Friendly duplicate bridge for any age. Tel: 01323 892171/492146 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

The Wednesday Fellowship The Clinton Centre, Clinton Place, Seaford Weds: 2.30 - 3.30pm. Variety of speakers and subjects, musical afternoons, talks of local interest. All welcome. Tel: 01323 898068

music & drama

Whist Drive St Thomas More Roman Catholic Church Hall Thurs: 1.45pm. Admission £2 inc. tea and biscuits. Tel: 01323 896412

Seaford Collective Choir Seaford Head Community College Tues: 3.30 - 4.30pm. 12 to 17yrs. www.thearchway-seaford.co.uk

community

East Dean Farmers’ Market East Dean Village Hall Weds: 10am - 12.30pm. 01323 423481

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

Exchange Community Garden Crouch Gardens next to the Peace Garden Weds: 9.30am - 1pm. All are welcome to visit, volunteer or just enjoy the garden.

Seaford Little Theatre Workshop & Social Evening Steyne Road Weds: 7.30 - 10pm (except during productions). Set building, props and backstage activities. Tel 01323 894304

Newhaven Country Market Hillcrest Centre, Newhaven Thursdays: 9.45am - 1pm. Homemade produce, free-range eggs, fresh fish, plants, crafts, café.

Seaford Musical Theatre The Barn Theatre Tues & Thurs: 7.30pm. Rehearsals - new members welcome. Tel: 01273 581912

Ladies’ clubs

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 bingo social evening, first aid emergency, dress to suit your shape. New members welcome. www.seafordwi.co.uk Seaford Women’s Institute Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Mon: 10am - 12pm. Art group Every other Mon: Play-Reading. Tues: 9.30 - 10.30am Tai Chi 2 - 4pm Craft/Social group Seahaven (Afternoon) Trefoil Guild Afternoon Meeting St Leonard’s Church Hall 1st Tues of month: 2.30 4.30pm. Tel: 01323 897959 Seahaven (Evening) Trefoil Guild Evening Meeting Downs Leisure Centre Over 60s Club 3rd Thurs of month: 7.30pm. Tel: 01323 893250 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

Seaford Musical Theatre Juniors The Barn Theatre Weds: 6 - 8pm. Rehearsals for 8 to 17-year-olds. To book a place for rehearsals tel: 07710 426321 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 Southdown Society of Recorder Players St James’ Clubhouse 4th Sat of the month: 2 - 5pm. Contact Phoebe Williams 01323 8943111or email: jgpwilliams852@btinternet.com The Archway Blatchington Rd Tel 01323 897590 www.thearchway-seaford.co.uk Gospelish Choir Mon:12.30 - 2pm and 8 9.30pm. £5 per session. Contemporary Choir Weds: 12.30pm. and 8pm. £5 per 1.5hr session. Seaford Children’s Choir Thurs: 3.45. 5 to 8yrs and 9 to 12yrs. £4. The Glee Choir Thurs: 7.45 - 9.15pm. £5.

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

Come and Play Kingswell, 115 -117 Vale Road Home of the Community Church Weds: 1.30 - 2.30pm. Free play sessions for parents with preschool children, school termtime only. Stay on for a drink. Contact 01323 492833 or visit: www.kings-well.org.uk/kingswell/ new_pages/come_and_play.htm 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 Parent and Toddler Group St Peter’s Church Chapel Rms Tues: 9 - 11am. Open to all Tots ‘n’ Tums Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Tues & Thurs: 10.45 - 11.45am. Mums and babies exercise class. Tel: Alex 07540 551054

sport & dance

3D Circuits Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Weds: 7 - 8pm. Sat: 9 - 10am. Cardio and conditioning class suitable for beginners. Tel: Alex 07540 551054. Aerobics Shakespeare Hall, Newhaven Tues: 6.30 - 7.30pm. All over body work-out. Tel Louise on 07786 425758 Aerobics For Beginners Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Rd. Tues: 6.30 - 7.30pm. Relaxed, friendly and fun aerobic, conditioning and body-toning class. Tel: 07973 441074, bushellkelly@hotmail.com Alfriston Badminton Club Pleasant Rise, Alfriston Weds: 8 - 10pm. Small friendly group looking to expand its membership. All standards welcome. Tel: 01323 645210

Ballet, Tap, Modern Jazz & Limbapop Nikki Bond School of Dance St James’Clubhouse, Blatchington Road. Weds: Ballet & Limbapop. All ages inc adults. St Peter’s Chapel Rooms, Belgrave Road. Fri: Ballet, Tap & Modern Jazz. All ages. Free trial class. Tel: 01323 492795/07703 485348 Ballroom Blitz Shakespeare Hall, Newhaven Weds: 11am. Easy Ballroom/Latin steps without a partner. 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. Boxercise Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Mon: 7-8pm. Boxercise for Beginners. Fri: Boxercise Advanced Padwork & Circuits. Tel: Claire 07711 890956 or 01323 896600 Coreability Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Mon & Thurs: 6 - 7pm. A mix of functional movement, pilates and yoga. Suitable for beginners. Tel: Claire 07711 890956 or 01323 896600 Denton Indoor Bowls Club Denton Island, Newhaven Mon - Sun: 9am - 9pm. New members welcome. Tel 01273 305211 or 01323 873015 Junior Netball Club Newlands Sports Hall, Eastbourne Road Mon: 6.30 - 7.30pm. Looking for new members, girls aged 11 to 16. Tel Clare for more details on 01323 894648 or 07724 956649 Line Dancing Scout Hut, Chichester Road 7 - 9pm. Beginners and improvers. Due to the building work at the Clinton Centre, classes will take place at the Scout Hut starting Friday 20th April. Tel Val on 01323 895760

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Line Dancing Fri: 6 - 7pm Beginners, 7 - 9pm Intermediates at Mercread Youth Centre, Mercread Road Tues: Bishopstone Village Hall. 6 - 7pm Beginners, 6.30 - 8.30pm Intermediates. Tel Gina on 01273 470456 or 07810 245784 Line Dancing with Studio In Line Mon: 6.45 - 10pm. Seaford Constitutional Club. All levels. £4.70. Thurs: 10am - 12pm. Downs Leisure Centre. All levels. £4.50. 6.45 - 7.45pm. Cradle Hill School. Absolute beginners. 7.45 - 9.30pm. Cradle Hill School. All levels. £4.70. Tel: 01323 873558 Line & Tea Dancing Seaford Constitutional Club Crouch Lane Thurs: Line Dancing.Tel: 01323 890087. Tea dance with Peter Harvey. Ballroom & Latin classes with Studio Tempo. Tel: 01273 476565 Meditation The Archway, Blatchington Road Tues: 6.30 - 7.30pm. Simple breathing exercises, relaxation, guided visualisation and mediatation. £5 per session. Starts 17th April. To book tel: Robin on 07956 555688 robinshellsilks@hotmail.co.uk

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 Kurlers Downs Leisure Centre Tues: 2 - 4pm. All welcome. Tel: Mrs June Wood on 01323 895376 Seaford Netball Club Newlands Sports Hall, Eastbourne Road 2nd Mon of the month: 7 - 9pm. New members welcome. Tel 01323 894648 or 07724 956649 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

CUP A C ABANA 12 Dane Road, Seaford BN25 1LL

Tel. 01323-873058 l 7 Different Teas on offer Choice of 7 Delicious Coffees (beans freshly ground by us) l Full Menu available all day l Top Quality Hot and Cold Food freshly prepared to order l Best Value-For-Money Prices l Breakfasts, Lunches, Snacks l Sandwiches, Toasties, Baguettes, Paninis l Separate Take-Away Menu (phone orders welcome) l Loyalty Card on Eat-In and Take-Away l Free Wi-Fi for all our customers l Extended Opening Hours l

Whether you want a satisfying meal or just a cuppa, your custom will be appreciated and valued at Deb’s and Dave’s. Opening Hours Mon - Fri: 7.30am - 5pm, Sat: 7.30am - 3pm Open Good Friday, Easter Sat/Sun & Mon

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’s Playford Dance Group St Peter’s Church Hall Weds: 7 - 9pm. Dancing from past eras. Tel Caroline: 01323 492310 Seaford Table Tennis Seaford Head College Sports Hall, Steyne Road Thurs: 7 - 9pm. Players of all levels welcome. Email: john.jrinst@gmail.com Seaford & District Folk Dance Group Sutton Hall, Downs Leisure Centre Mon: 7.45pm. New members welcome. Tel: 01273 516668 or 01273 585551 Wave Leisure Health Walks From Downs Leisure Centre Thurs: 10.30am. Tel: 01323 490011 Yoga Cross Way Church, Steyne Road Mon: 6.30 - 8pm. All levels and beginners welcome. Tel: Therese 07515 961327 or email: freeflowyoga@aol.com Yoga Classes for the Less Able St Peter’s Church, Belgrave Rd Thurs: 11am - 12pm. Organised by the Seaford Group of the Eastbourne & South Wealden Multiple Sclerosis Society. Led by a trained yoga teacher, exercises are designed for the floor and chair. £4 per lesson. For more info tel. 01323 651364 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 622840/01273 512170 rosiewaters@tiscali.co.uk. www. vajrasatiyoga.co.uk www.yoga-portal.co.uk Zumba The Archway Arts Centre Blatchington Road Tues: 10 - 11am. Fri: 6.30 - 7.30pm. Shakespeare Hall, Newhaven Weds: 7.30 - 8.30pm. Old Chapel Centre, Alfriston Thurs: 10am. Tel Louise on 07786 425758

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Zumba With Becky Chyngton Methodist Church, Milberg Road Mon: 6.45 - 7.45pm and 8 - 9pm. Hillcrest Centre, Newhaven Thurs: 7pm - 8pm. Discounts for loyal cards. Tel: 07892 884944

Weight loss & Beauty

12-Week Community Weight Loss Challenge The Wellness Centre, 18 Church Street, Seaford Tues & Thurs: 9.30am and 6.30pm. Open daily for wellness evaluations by appointment. Tuesdays: skincare workshop Thursdays: sports nutrition talk 7pm, all free - please book. Tel: 01323 325060 or 07969 041865 www.nutritionforall. co.uk ABS Free Weight Loss Club Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road Weds: 6.30 - 7.30pm. Weekly weigh-ins. Motivational talks and advice. .Tel: 01323 896600 Arriba! Weight Loss Challenge WellnessWorks, 1st Floor, 38 Church Street Weds: 7.30 - 8.30pm. Join the fun! Shape up for good health! For men and women of all ages, shapes and sizes.Tel 01323 897671 Facial Fridays WellnessWorks, 1st Floor, 38 Church Street Fri: Test our vitamin-enriched skin care range, nourish your skin through diet and leave with a skin-care plan suited to your age and lifestyle. Call to book a free consultation on: 01323 897671 Slimming World Seaford Constitutional Club Tues: 5.30pm & 7.30pm with Brenda. Weds: 9.30am with Charlie. Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Thurs: 7.30pm with Brenda. Tel Brenda on 01323 325648 or Charlie on 01323 492904 Weight Watchers 60 Plus Club, Downs Leisure Centre Mons: 9.45am. Join us and relax with a cup of coffee or tea. Leader Sally 01273 605749. www.weightwatchers.co.uk Weight Watchers Seaford Constitutional Club Weds: 5.45pm. Come along and learn about ProPoints. Contact Sue on 07786 967000.

BENGAL PALACE TANDOORI RESTAURANT

10% Discount on take-aways over £15 on collection only (offer excludes our new menu dishes - regular menu applies)

Recommended by www.gourmetbritain.com

Try our Sunday Special only £10.95

Choose from our a la carte menu, one starter, main and side dish (except King prawn)

Free home delivery in Bishopstone/Seaford area on orders of £20 or more

30 Church Street, Seaford. Tel: 01323 89 90 77 Open 7 days a week inc. Bank Holidays www.bengal-palace.co.uk GOLD AWARD QUALITY FOOD 2010-2011

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The Royal British Legion Club (Seaford) Limited CLAREMONT ROAD · SEAFORD · 01323 890154 · www.seafordbritishlegion.co.uk

BINGO EVERY WEDNESDAY

QUIZ LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH

Forthcoming Events

Anyone can join! For an £8 registration fee, then one annual membership fee of £22. You don’t have to be ex-forces. • Low Price Meals & Drinks • Snooker and Pool Tables • Meat Raffle Every Sunday • Family Celebrations Catered For

APRIL SAT 7 IRON TYGER FRI 20 KARAOKE SAT 21 MIKE & THE MEERKATS FRI 27 QUIZ NIGHT SAT 28 PETER BENNETT

Acts subject to change please check with club to avoid disappointment

LEOS KITCHEN Mon ~ Closed Tue-Thu ~ 12pm-2pm Fri ~ 12-2pm, 6-8pm Sat ~ 12-2pm, 5.30-8pm Sun ~ 12-3pm

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THE HAMPDEN ARMS South Heighton

07873 751166 or 01273 514529 www.hampdenarms.com

Food Available Thurs to Sun Lunchtimes 12pm – 2pm

APRIL BANDS

Fri 6th Brass Monkeys Sat 7th Jam Night Fri 13th Zeds Dead Weds 18th Acoustic Folk Night Fri 20th Mickey Hart (rock ‘n roll) Fri 27th The Elevators (blues)

‘Anytime Pizza’ £4.95 Come and try our New Winter Menu Main Dishes from £5.00 Fresh Baguettes £3.95 Desserts from £2.50 Sunday Roasts £6.50

Take Away Service Available Visit our website www.hampdenarms.com

NEW MEMBERS & FAMILIES WELCOME.

CONSTITUTIONAL CLUB

SAFE, SECURE FAMILY GARDEN

LARGE FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE FOR WEDDINGS AND PARTIES l SEATING FOR 140 PEOPLE l

Seaford and District

HOME COOKED MENUS l WAITRESS SERVICE l WIDE RANGE OF BEERS, WINES & SPIRITS

HOME COOKED FOOD SERVED FRESH, DAILY 12 - 2.30PM 7 DAYS l LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT l

QUIZ NIGHTS, BINGO & WHIST l SNOOKER ROOM l 3 FULL-SIZED TABLES

APRIL 9th table top sale - £5 per table. Starts 10am to 1pm 7th Mia Browne 14th: Disaster Quiz 21st: The Likely Lads 28th: Playing with Fire

Buy 2 meals and get one dessert free Monday to Friday Sunday Roasts - Buy 2 and 2 desserts for £14.50

Crouch Lane, Seaford, East Sussex BN25 1PU. Tel: 01323 890087 Email: judd@onebillnet.co.uk www.seafordconclub.co.uk

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Ollivers Restaurant CELEBRATE ANY OCCASION WITH US

HOME MADE DELICIOUS FOOD PARTIES WELCOME PRIVATE DINING AREA AVAILABLE OPEN 7pm LAST ORDERS 9pm

APR 2012

Please visit Ollivers website for our monthly menu, vouchers and special offers and also for any upcoming news and events: www.olliversrestaurant.co.uk, email:enquiries@olliversrestaurant.co.uk See our blog: http://olliversrestaurant.blogspot.com

£5 OFF

per person (5 course option only)

Valid for Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday nights until 30/04/2012 PLEASE BRING VOUCHER ALONG WITH YOU TO QUALIFY.

11 Clinton Place Seaford East Sussex BN25 1NL. Telephone: 01323 872111.

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JOINERY & FURNITURE LTD

• Kitchens • Bathrooms • Joinery • Bespoke furniture • Commercial and Retail projects Call us if you’re thinking of having your Kitchen or Bathroom revamped. You’ll be assured of a job fitted by experts at competitive prices. GBD Joinery are an officially approved Corian and solid surface fabricator and can offer you a complete interior package, including refurbishment of existing furniture and bespoke items. Unit 1 Bridge Industrial Estate New Road Newhaven East Sussex BN9 0EU tel: 01273 612788 fax: 01273 513147 email: rod@gbdjoinery.co.uk www.gbdjoinery.co.uk

The Pavilion

Breakfasts * Lunches * Cream teas

And NOW serving wine with your food or just enjoy on its own! Good Food * Good Value Good Location And the best house roasted ground coffee

The Pavilion (opposite Morrisons)

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