Seaford Scene January 2023

Welcome to the January 2023 issue of Seaford Scene. Let’s hope it’s a happy and healthy New Year for everyone. Although the cost of living crisis may be affecting us all in one way or another, there is plenty that we can still do to make our lives enjoyable. This issue is full of articles from many of the local clubs and organisations you can get involved with, whether it’s volunteering at Seaford Community Garden (page 114) or joining Seaford Photographic Society (page 22), or perhaps you like the idea of singing in a choir (page 43) or getting out and about with Trees for Seaford (page 60) and Seaford Natural History Society (page 80). It’s all there for you to get involved with and have fun! In this issue we also have news from Plastic Free Seaford (page 4) and the Mercread Youth Centre (page 6). Find out what Seaford Community Partnership has been up to on page 71 and check out all the films showing at Seaford Community Cinema on pages 20 and 62. Finally I’d like to say a big thank you to everyone who continues to support Seaford Scene magazine –advertisers, contributors, distributors and, of course, you the reader – thank you and Happy New Year!

PLASTIC FREE SEAFORD

This year we have seen some great support from the local community in helping us protect our coastline and spread awareness of our plastic free objectives. It’s been great to meet people from all walks of life, both young and old, who have been willing to give up their time to help look after our local environment.

This year we saw beach cleans return after a pause in March, with Darren Evans, co-founder of ‘The Green Runners’ taking on the coordination. We would like to say a huge thankyou to everyone that has come along and cleaned up the beach, including our biggest ever attendance of 103 in July when we collaborated with SCIP during their Beacon Show. This year we have removed 130 kg of rubbish from the beach, and recycled 294 kg. All hard beach clean plastics and commercial waste is now sent to MYReFactory via the Anglers National Line Recycling Scheme (ANLRS) to be recycled and turned into useful products.

In July we ran a Plastic Free bingo board at the SEA Climate Hub and collected pledges from members of

the public for the global Plastic Free July initiative. The Tide café at the Buckle became our latest Plastic Free Business Champion, setting a great example of offering sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics within their business. As part of our work with Surfers Against Sewage we signed and shared the River Pollution petition which has now been presented to Parliament to increase the number of River Bathing Waters around the UK. This will ensure that river water quality is officially monitored for harmful bacteria and viruses, with legal obligations to stop sewage and agricultural pollution. November saw the return of the popular Seaford Bonfire and we worked together along with Seaford Environmental Alliance to raise awareness of the concerns of plastic pollution and curb sales of plastic light up toys that are common with this type of event.

Over the course of the year Fran Chorlton gave various Plastic Free awareness talks to community groups including SCIP, Martello WI and Seaford Probus club and has been working with the Young Mayor on her Keep Up, Bring Your Cup campaign.

Following the passing of Plastic Free Seaford’s founder, Claire Sumners earlier this year we are now looking to raise funds for a memorial on the seafront to continue to inspire, motivate change and raise awareness of plastic pollution in the ocean. Please direct enquiries to plasticfreeseaford.community@gmail.com

Other ways to get involved:

Business owners who want to become a Plastic Free Champion for your local community please get in touch with us for a plastic audit and advice on sustainable alternatives.

We are also looking for regular beach clean volunteers to join the team handing out equipment and sorting the waste found on the beach.

We have spaces available on our steering group which meets 2-3 times a year, with team members required in particular to engage with local schools and community groups.

Come along and meet us at a beach clean –dates opposite. Think re-use, before recycle!

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MERCREAD YOUTH CENTRE

We at Mercread have lots to celebrate in 2023 with new youth club sessions and an exciting programme for the young people of Seaford. With our existing exercise classes and groups, we are delighted to bring more to offer the community of Seaford.

Since taking over as Chair in January 2022 it has been a year of change and huge progress for the Youth Centre. Not only have we had to make changes within the building, but also a new up-to-date approach was needed for our youth sessions. The Trustees and I are very excited to share with you the new sessions commencing 16th January 2023.

Mondays: Years 6,7,8 from 3.30-5.30pm Tuesdays: Years 9,10,11 from 6.30-8.30pm

Wednesday: Girls only Years 6,7,8 Thursday: LBGTQ years 9,10,11 (Welcome to bring a friend/family member with you.) All above sessions are term time only.

During these sessions we will be creating a safe space where our young people can thrive, try out new skills, help us to create new ideas of what the young people want delivered at Mercread. All our new sessions will cover arts/crafts, sports-basketball/football, cooking and giving our young people a space to increase their mental and physical wellbeing. We need to nurture our young people and assist them in making the right choices not only for themselves but for the community around them, while offering a non-judgemental space

that enhances a young person’s mental health, allows them to make new friendships and encourages young people to dream of a bright future.

We will also be offering workshops throughout the year, delivering drumming sessions, music lessons, the spoken word/rap, graffiti art, and offering HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) programmes in the holidays. For us the emphasis for 2023 is to assist young people’s wellbeing, both mentally and physically, and to ensure the young people have a voice as they navigate through life. Our Youth Forum session is on a Tuesday at 3.30pm for an hour, and young people are welcome to come along and join the forum as it develops into a young person’s voice for Seaford.

Mercread has a long-standing history of serving the young people in Seaford, once called the Boy’s Club and Elm Court, I myself remember the fun we had as teenagers, the friendships and memories made. Later as a young single mum again, Mercread was a place I could go and be accepted and helped, as I learnt to be a parent. It is purely down to the hard work of my predecessors and their dedication that Mercread continues to be open and helping the young people of Seaford. I cannot thank enough those involved for many years for the passion and commitment they had for Mercread, and the new Trustees for their hard work in the last few months getting everything ready to reopen sessions in 2023 after temporarily suspending services.

The future really does feel bright for Mercread Youth Centre, and I am really excited at the fantastic team of youth workers we have and what they will deliver in the new year.

For any information regarding sessions or registering your young person for a session, please email myriam.mercread@gmail.com. For all classes and times please see the attached timetable.

From everyone at Mercread

I wish you a Happy New Year. Miriam Thundercliffe (Chair).

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Welcome to Andrea Hargreaves’ rundown of arts and cultural events coming up in Seaford this month.

Show

Ruth Augilera and 2 Steps Back return to the Barn Theatre in Saxon Lane on New Year’s Day, Sunday 1st January at 7.30pm with hits from the ’60s and ’70s in a three-hour music event. Call 01323 890364 for tickets.

Cinema

Still at the Barn, Seaford Community Cinema opens its new season on Friday 6th January at 7.30pm with Eric Ravilious: Drawn to War (PG), about the British World War II artist who lost his life over Norway in 1942 and had connections with the local area. Next up, on Friday 13th January, is Elvis (12), a biopic looking behind the Elvis phenomenon and starring Tom Hanks, Austin Butler and Olivia DeJonge. On Friday 20th January, comedydrama See How They Run (12) about the murder of a

pivotal member of a theatre crew, stars Saorise Ronan, David Oyelowo and Sam Rockwell.

Then on Saturday 28th January, at 7.30pm, as a tribute to David Campbell who helped launch the cinema, and who died suddenly on 30th October, the 1982 and original version of Blade Runner (15), his favourite movie, is being shown. The £7 tickets are available from the Tourist Information Office in Church Street, from seafordcinema.org and on the door. The evening will benefit the charity nominated by his family, the Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund. Turn to page 62 for more info about the whole season.

Jazz

Splash Point Jazz has guest and trumpeter Jack Kendon playing at The View, Seaford Head Golf Club on Wednesday 11th January at 7pm. He is the son of double bass player and jazz educationalist Adrian Kendon. A jazz graduate from Middlesex, Jack returned to Brighton and performs in a variety of bands including jazz, Latin, funk and classical. He played gypsy jazz at Martha Wainwright’s wedding and has worked with Pete King and Jim Mullen. Sharing the stage with Jack are Neal (piano/vocals), David Beebee (bass) and Buster Birch (drums).

Classical music

The Corelli Ensemble is playing at Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road on Sunday 29th January at 4pm. Tenor Paul Austin Kelly has a programme of operatic gems, from Mozart, Rossini, Gounod, Verdi and Puccini. Tickets from eventbrite.

Folk

Seaford Sessions is hosting Solana, a five-piece band, at the Little Theatre, Steyne Road, on Saturday 18th March. Solana performs original compositions, modal jazz and experimental grooves while respecting folk traditions.These gigs are always a sell-out, so buy your tickets now from wegottickets or the Touirist Information Centre.

Events coming up? Please email Andrea at andylouhargreaves@icloud.com at least a week before Seaford Scene’s deadline, see page 3, with forthcoming events and jpg images.

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SHAKSHUKA

Shakshuka is a North African and Middle Eastern dish. It makes a wonderful spicy brunch or supper for a cold January day.

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: 30-40 minutes Serves: 4 with bread

Ingredients

4 tbsp olive oil; 1 onion, finely sliced

1 red pepper, diced; 1 green pepper, diced 6 garlic cloves, crushed; 2 tsp sweet paprika ½ tsp cumin seeds; ½-1 tsp cayenne pepper 800g tinned tomatoes (use the best quality you can find)

2 tsp soft brown sugar; 1 tbsp lemon juice 4-8 eggs, depending on hunger Small bunch of fresh coriander, roughly chopped Method

Heat the oil in a large frying pan (with a lid) and add the onion. Fry gently until golden, then add the peppers and cook until they are soft. Stir in the garlic and spices, and cook for another minute or two.

Pour in the tomatoes and mash roughly. Stir in the sugar and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then turn down the heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes. Taste and season. Add a little more cayenne if you like your dishes spicier.

Make 4-8 hollows in the sauce and break an egg gently into each one. Season lightly, turn the heat down as low as possible, cover the pan with the lid and cook for about 10 minutes until the eggs are just set. Sprinkle with coriander and serve with crusty bread.

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COMMUNITY & ENGAGEMENT SURVEY

Seaford Town Council Invites Residents to

Input into the Strategic Priorities of the Town

Seaford Town Council is currently reviewing the strategic priorities for the town for the next five years and is inviting the community to come forward and input their views on what it would like the council to deliver for them over the next five years as part of the revised strategic plan.

The council is keen to identify the views of the local community and to understand what is important to them. The information gathered will then be used to prioritise and target future strategies that benefit the community.

The council’s strategic plan will set out what the council aims to achieve for the community between

now and 2027. The council is keen to ensure the plan is informed, where possible, on the back of the priorities of the local community and what residents would like to see achieved for the town over the proposed period.

Seaford Town Council encourages residents to share this survey with as many friends and family as possible; the more people that complete the survey, the more the strategy will reflect the priorities of the community.

The findings will be discussed with councillors and council officers as part of deciding future priorities for the town centre. A similar survey will also go out to the younger residents of Seaford in due course to ensure the voice of Seaford youth is included in planning the town’s strategic objectives.

The Town Clerk, Adam Chugg says ‘This is your opportunity to have a say on how the council can work to improve Seaford for us all. We hope people can take the time to share their views and help inform our plans for the town.’

The survey can be found on the Town Council website: https://www.seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk/ community-engagement-survey-2022/, accessed directly via survey monkey at: https://www.survey monkey.co.uk/r/SeafordTown CouncilCommunity EngagementSurvey2022 or by scanning the QR code above. The survey is open to anyone of any age that resides in Seaford.

The survey will also be shared on Seaford Town Council’s Facebook Page across the survey period. Posters will also be on display across town allowing residents to easily scan the QR code to access the survey from their mobile devices. Paper copies of the survey are also available from the View at Seaford Head. The survey will close on 31st January 2023.

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UNO23 ONE:

Buon Anno! A Season Opener

Thursday 5th January – Saturday 28th January

Gallery Uno, 14A High Street, Seaford BN25 1PG

OPEN: Tues – Sat 10am – 4pm, Mondays 12pm –3pm. CLOSED Sundays.

January: The month of beginnings and endings, and when the Sussex Arts Collective start their new season of exhibitions with UNO23 ONE: BUON ANNO! at Gallery Uno in what will be an epic year. This follows a year they can happily reflect on as being challenging, yet highly successful, enabling them to confidently look forward to the year ahead.

During UNO23 ONE many of the exhibitors will be showing clearance work from their workshops and studios at reduced prices, alongside their regular lines at full price as they ready themselves for the forthcoming year. So there will be an opportunity for you to buy many pieces at bargain prices as well as delight in the quality of current work.

The ever-changing month-long exhibitions have been wholeheartedly embraced by both our visitors and exhibitors. In 2023 this fundamental feature is being retained and expanded. So, in addition to eleven regular UNO23 mixed-media exhibitions showcasing a variety of work, there will also be six UNO SOLO exhibitions. As the name suggests they will feature the work of one artist. In this way, patrons will continue to enjoy and buy from a wide range of art, craft and design created by their membership as well as accommodate those exhibitors who have more comprehensive portfolios or work too large to exhibit in our mixed media shows.

Such was the response to this initiative, the gallery has already filled five of the six UNO SOLO slots: the inaugural UNO SOLO curated by the highly accomplished photographer Nicola Bolton who has a vast and diverse range of work in many formats in April; will be followed by new member Patrick Goff in May; Mr. Treescapes Mark Munroe Preston in June; Colour Wave duo Linda Wells and Lynn Beck in August, and digital image maker Jan Beesley in late

October, leaving one UNO SOLO exhibition in September currently available.

Looking back, 2022 has been full of highlights. Extraordinary textiles painstakingly created by weavers, and fibre artists; spectacular limited edition fine art prints using modern technology, as well as traditional hand printed skills using inks and blocks; sculpted ceramic animals in all sorts of styles; functional pottery and basketry; individually designed and handmade glasswork and jewellery; not forgetting the sensational work created by Roland Stevenson, a former prop designer for television and film. He was an immediate hit with his superbly cast ceramics and cold cast resin models; remember the porcelain elephant? Or maybe the Chinese dragon or the huge eagle that once featured in the film The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian.

The full extent of what extraordinary work you will be treated to this year we are all yet to discover as the artists and makers once more start their own journeys of discovery throughout the forthcoming year – The results of which will be very evident when you next visit the gallery in the coming months. No matter what is produced, in whatever material or media, the work will always follow the underlining principles of the gallery: originality; quality; conceived and executed from scratch by the artist, and above all – local.

Written by Tim Firth. Performed by kind permission of Concord Theatricals

Mrs Horrocks’ class of seven-year-olds (all played by adults) is about to perform their nativity play at Flint Street Junior School for the proud mums and dads.

childhood memories.

The Martello Tower, Seaford Esplanade

Opening Hours Saturdays and Sundays, and all Bank Holidays (except Christmas Day), 11 am - 4 pm, Wednesdays 2 - 4 pm.

Happy New Year from Seaford Museum

Tuesday 27th 11 to 4 Wednesday 28th 2 to 4 Saturday 31st 11 to 4 Sunday 1st (New Year’s Day)11 to 4 Monday 2nd 11 to 4

Friday 13th January at 2.30 pm

Stories from the Sussex Downs’, given by Ian Everest in the Little Theatre, Steyne Road. Admission on the door, £5 and £3 for Museum members.

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This is a unique opportunity to work with professional theatre makers from LYT Productions and Play On Shakespeare developing your lighting, sound, design and acting skills over a 6 month period

Are you interested in collaborating on a fullscale professional production of Romeo and Juliet in June 2023 at The Fort, Newhaven?

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Are you interested in collaborating on a fullscale professional production of Romeo and Juliet in June 2023 at The Fort, Newhaven?

This is a unique opportunity to work with professional theatre makers from LYT Productions and Play On Shakespeare developing your lighting, sound, design and acting skills over a 6 month period

This is a unique opportunity to work with professional theatre makers from LYT Productions and Play On Shakespeare developing your lighting, sound, design and acting skills over a 6 month period

Each company member is supported with expenses to cover food and travel throughout the rehearsal process. We want Shakespeare in your own words

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SEAFORD PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY

The club’s annual Landscape Print competition is always popular, and this year there were 27 entries. Our definition of ‘Landscape’ is quite wide and includes cityscapes and seascapes. Contrary to what you might think, this is not an easy subject to do well in and it is all about capturing the scene with the right lighting conditions. The judge for the evening was Andy Smith LRPS CPAGB. The top three images were all local coastal scenes, which shows yet again that you don’t have to travel to exotic locations to get good photos. The winner’s trophy went to Janice Hewitt for a very atmospheric view of the downs around Beach Head, taken with her phone (photo left)! Second place went to Stephen Day with a view of the cliffs at Newhaven’s West beach, and Steve Wares took third place with a view of the flooded Cuckmere Valley, We were pleased to welcome Richard O’Brian back to SPS, via Zoom, to give us another one of his excellent talks – this time on restoring and colouring old photos using Photoshop. Richard is a professional IT teacher and his lectures are always very clear and informative. This one, entitled History Re-Coloured, was no exception and he even sent us a printed copy of the talk’s highlights afterwards, as there was a lot to take in.

Round three of the print league was next, with 32 prints on display and a good turnout of people to watch the proceedings. We were pleased to welcome new member Tom Turner, who was actually returning to the club after a break of 8 years or so. Judging for the evening was by Paul Parkinson ARPS CPAGB BPE3*, who had driven all the way down from Sidcup for the evening. Paul was particularly complimentary about the high standard of nature prints in the standard group, and he ended up selecting four of the best for closer inspection. In the end it was Sandra Mitchell’s ‘Brown

Bear Eating Salmon’ and Stephen Day’s ‘Common Darter’ that were awarded 20s. In the advanced group Simon Watkins’ kingfisher (photo right) and Chris Dawson’s monochrome portrait both scored 20.

The final meeting of the month was on-line via Zoom for the second round of the PDI league, judged by Sue Clark LRPS CPAGB AWPF. Out of a total of 34 entries only four scored the maximum of 20/20. These were ‘Red, White and Blue’ by Steven Day (photo left) and ‘Fading Glory’ by Peter Cavanagh

(photo right) in the standard group. In the advanced group we had two more winning flower photos; ‘Seed Head’ by Jenny Edwards and ‘Poppies’ by David Nickalls (photo below).

We meet in person, at Seaford’s Constitutional Club on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month. Every other Friday we get together online only, via Zoom. Larger version of all the above images, can be seen on our website www.seafordps.org, and on our Facebook page.

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SALTDEAN JAZZ BAND NEEDS YOU!

The Saltdean Jazz Band (SJB) has been set up for those who would like to take part in a fun and inclusive organisation aimed at getting people together to play music – at all levels.

Maybe you have recently started learning and can already play a few tunes, or perhaps you played many years ago and would like to start up again. If so, you will be assured of a warm welcome at SJB, which meets at St Martin’s Church, Longridge Avenue.

• No auditions – all levels of enthusiastic musician will be welcome.

• Rehearsals in Saltdean on Thursday evenings 7.30pm – 9.30pm.

• Help and support for nervous or new musicians

• Emphasis will be on having fun and bringing the community together through music – including supporting local events and charities with live performances.

All levels of player are welcome so if you play keyboard, trumpet, trombone, guitar, clarinet, sax, violin, harmonica, flute –or even just a triangle – please get in touch. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t played for a while,

are learning or nervous as we will welcome everyone. There are no scary auditions so just come along and see what you think. There will be plenty of opportunities to learn as you go along.

The Music

Saltdean Jazz Band aims to be big and therefore play the music of the established big bands such as Count Basie, Glen Miller, Duke Ellington and much more. While we will be featuring jazz, blues and swing numbers, we will be considering all music that suits the abilities of the players so we can build up a truly entertaining repertoire.

Contact

To find out more please contact: saltdeanjazzband@gmail.com for further details or come along on a Thursday night to join in.

Recycling old inflatables: lilos, dinghies, arm bands, paddling pools, beach balls (and air beds!) – saving them from landfill and protecting the environment!

Drop off points in Seaford: Seaford Climate Hub (4 Clinton Place); Swimming Squidz Swim School (Marine Parade). Don’t forget to bring back your inflatables from holiday so they can be recycled too!

Individual bags and purses will be sold via our website (currently under construction) and part of the proceeds from every sale will go to the RNLI. www.facebook.com/thereinflatables www.instagram.com/thereinflatables

If you can’t get to the drop off points please call: 07765 903165 –Sewing Machinists also wanted!

COMMUNITY CLUB

Sutton Barn Community Choir entertained the residents of Blatchington Manor with songs from a very varied repertoire...A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square, Lullaby of Broadway, Dream, Dream Dream, Hey Jude and Proud Mary, which got some of the residents up dancing!

We have unfortunately, lost a few members this year for various reasons, and with a busy schedule leading up to Christmas we are looking to swell our numbers. We practise at the Sutton Barn Club (formerly the 60+ Club), the flint barn in the grounds of the Downs Wave Leisure Centre, Sutton Road, on a Wednesday morning at 10.30am. Our Choir Master Nigel would be very pleased to see anyone who would like to join us.

Many members had enjoyed our Murder Mystery afternoon, with a few guessing the guilty party of one murder but not the other. Unfortunately, some forgot to put their names on their Solution Slips. Members were invited to dress up in Halloween-themed outfits to add to the fun.

On 24th November the club had its Annual General Meeting, which was well attended. Views were aired, questions asked and with clear answers given.

On Thursday December 15th, the film club showed White Christmas with Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen.

Sussex Wildlife Trust GREAT SPOTTED WOODPECKER

My New Year’s resolution is to try and be more positive about the future – but I already feel like banging my head repeatedly against a tree. Standing out in the street this morning, I heard a noise that reassured me that I’m not alone.

The drumming of the Great Spotted Woodpecker is a familiar sound throughout February, surely earning this striking black and white bird the reputation as one of Britain’s most famous drummers, along with Ringo Starr and Phil Collins. The bird’s drumming serves an important function because the Great Spotted Woodpecker realises it can’t sing and doesn’t attempt to. Sadly, the same can’t be said for Ringo Starr and Phil Collins. Instead, its drumroll is a percussive proclamation that hammers home the message to other male woodpeckers to stay away

from its territory in the treetops. It also serves to drum up support from female woodpeckers in the vicinity who may be looking for a pied partner.

This ‘song’ may not be as sweet as the melodies sung by the Robin or Blackbird, but it still gets its message across. Indeed, the drumming can carry the bird’s message across half a mile of countryside, with a male broadcasting up to 600 drumrolls a day. Each drumroll consists of up to 10-16 beats, typically in a one-second burst. Of course, if I did attempt to take my frustrations out on a tree in a similar way, I’d suffer some form of concussion – but woodpeckers are specially designed to avoid this by having shock absorbent tissue between the base of their bill and their strengthened skulls to cushion the impact.

Their incredible beak is more than just a drumstick, it’s also a pickaxe, which allows them to chip away at trunks to excavate their own nest hole; and a chisel with which the woodpecker prises open tree bark to find food. That mighty beak is a formidable weapon too, which sends other birds on the peanut feeder scarpering pretty sharpish. And Great Spotted Woodpeckers are becoming more greatly spotted, as it is a British bird which is actually increasing in numbers. The pecker’s population leapt in the seventies and nineties, with some estimates stating they have increased by 300% over the past five decades. The availability of dead wood thanks to Dutch Elm Disease and the availability of peanuts thanks to British bird lovers being among of the reasons for this increase. See, I ended the article on a positive note, maybe I won’t break my New Year’s resolution after all. Well done to me, I’m feeling upbeat about the future. Now to put the kettle on, put my feet up, and turn on the news…

Please recycle this magazine when you have finished with it.

Michael Blencowe of the Sussex Wildlife Trust

Photo: Great Spotted Woodpecker by Barry Cook©

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WHAT IS DEMENTIA?

The word ‘dementia’ describes symptoms that may initially show in mood changes. The symptoms often include difficulties with thinking, language, day-to-day memory, planning and orientation. Yet it is the manner in which the symptoms become apparent, and more obvious to friends and families of sufferers, that make this such a difficult and emotionally trying disease. In fact, one of the best definitions we have come across to the describe the illness is one where the sufferer may have no idea that they are unwell.

Imagine being confronted by someone in your home who is claiming, however gently and empathetically, that they are there to give you a bath. Your confusion at this event, even if you cannot remember that the same thing occurred the day before, and the day before that, may swiftly turn to exasperation or even anger at the ridiculous idea that someone should be here to bathe you. Yet you may not have been aware that perhaps you’ve been unable to look after yourself quite as well lately. You’re forgetting your meals, or having issues cooking on your old kitchen, and beginning to lose weight, and forgetting your medication because that used to be taken after dinner, and you haven’t been out in a while, or caught up with concerned family, and so on.

So how do you give someone a bath when they don’t even recognise that they need help with this previously straightforward part of their day? By gaining their consent, their real consent, through communicating the idea of a rewarding rest in warm water and a cosy environment or freshening up in the shower so that the reward becomes their idea, their goal, we can then assist them to achieve another positive in their day.

At Clifden House we negotiate this learning and relearning with each individual in many different

areas, perhaps several times a day. This requires special patience and fortitude from our carers. We care deeply about our residents and have specific training to help them with their needs, whatever they might be.

Initially you may see that the person is withdrawn, anxious or unusually sad. This may start off in small ways and grow over time to become more noticeable. With some types of dementia, the person may also suffer from visual hallucinations or become delusional.

We take an individual approach to each resident, working alongside families to find out things they liked doing, and all our staff are fully trained in managing symptoms. Often, this can be as simple as taking the time to sit with a resident and talking to them about their day, in order to open up all and any lines of communication at a time when communicating previously straightforward thoughts and emotions has become complicated, difficult and frustrating.

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Greenhavens Network NEW YEAR… A BETTER YOU

As a new year is upon us, it’s time to think how we can make this year better than the last one. 2022 was a year of many challenges. With the cost of living increasing all the time everyone will have been affected, and this takes a toil on our mental health and wellbeing, and thus our families and work.

It’s time to reflect on how we can increase our mental wellbeing without having to spend money, and I think the answer lies all around us. Living in Sussex means we have a huge amount of green spaces we can use, both to increase our mental wellbeing but also our physical health. We really are only a short walk, bus ride, bike ride or car journey away from accessing some of the most beautiful parks, forests and green community spaces in this country.

For me in winter I find it very difficult to keep my mental health buoyant when the days are short with little sunlight, but what does keep my mind healthy is wrapping up and going for a walk. The sunsets in winter on a clear day are stunning, and early morning walks to watch the sunrise are not so early in the winter and well worth making the effort to get up and see. It’s a great way to start the day right, and get the blood pumping and the mind in the right frame to cope with whatever the day throws at you. With all the green spaces around, find the right one for you that soothes the soul and lifts your spirits when days are dark. Scientists now all agree the huge benefits that

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are gained from spending time in nature whatever the weather. And with spring on the way it’s a great time to feel hopeful as we watch the earth and plants awake and begin to bring forth their bounty. I love walking and spotting the first signs of spring. It reminds me the light will return and warmer days are nearly upon us.

It’s also a good time to look locally and see what green community groups are doing, get involved in a local project and help make a difference to the biodiversity around us. Volunteering for me has lead me to work offers, increased my knowledge, and I have made great new friendships. When I look back over the last two years volunteering has opened up my world in a positive way I could have never dreamed of. Working for Greenhavens is a gift that keeps on giving, as I get to engage with local green groups and assist them in all their exciting new ventures. Plus, as I work from home it gives me the human contact and friendship I need for my mental wellbeing and ensures my physical health is good, helping outand breathing in the fresh air. Greenhavens have many member groups on our website www.greenhavens.network. There is a group or project near you that would love some help and volunteering, or type into Google and find a project that suits you.

A local Green Group GIA, Gardening In Association runs a volunteering matching service – you can put in when you are available and GIA will match a project near you. For more information, please use this link to find out more.

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I cannot thank enough the people I have met through volunteering locally, the opportunities it gave me, the skills I have learnt, the long-lasting friendships and the wellbeing it gives me. Make 2023 the year you create a better you – you won’t regret it and have nothing to lose, but so much to gain.

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What Do Downsizers in Seaford Want?

Downsizers are emerging as increasingly influential players in the Seaford property market, with a growing number of over-55s selling up and buying less expensive properties.

In 2021, 181,000 people across the UK downsized, according to an industry survey – this figure will rise when the stats for 2022 are collected.

We’ve seen a lot of downsizing activity across Seaford and Bishopstone in the last 18 months. The definition of a downsizer is usually someone who purchases a property that is at least 20% cheaper than their previous property and has at least two fewer bedrooms.

Why do people downsize?

Free up equity Often, people downsize to fund their retirement or help their children get on the property ladder. In this current economic market, many downsizers are simply cashing in and making the most of their home’s value.

Reduce maintenance As we age, looking after a large property can be a real burden. Downsizing means fewer cleaning, gardening, and general maintenance chores.

Lower heating bills With energy prices skyrocketing, paying to heat a large and predominantly empty home makes no sense.

Mortgage-free Many downsizers want to work less or retire, and hence want to be done with mortgage repayments.

Family ties Many downsizers want to live nearer to children and grandchildren.

What do downsizers want?

There are always exceptions to the rule, but downsizers tend to want:

Low-maintenance garden Rickety fences, leaky sheds and large swathes of lawn that need mowing are definite turn-offs.

Little or no DIY Downsizers are often reluctant to want doer-uppers.

Good storage If you’ve lived in a spacious home for years, you’re bound to have amassed many possessions. Even after a ruthless declutter, you’re still likely to have beloved objects you can’t bear to part from.

Proximity to amenities They may want a quieter pace of life, but many downsizers still desire access to shops, leisure facilities and public transport.

If you’re thinking of downsizing and want tips on marketing your property, get in touch with us.

Thanks for reading and wishing all our readers and clients a happy, healthy and prosperous new year.

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SEAFORD ROTARY

Santa visits Seaford

Santa accepted Seaford Rotary’s invitation and visited the streets of Seaford between 1st and 23rd December and Broad Street each Saturday morning including Christmas Eve. It was a joy to see the excited and, in some cases, awe-struck children as Santa spoke to them and they received sweets from him.

Seaford Rotary Club would like to thank all the residents of Seaford for your generosity. At the time of going to press, the results of the collections are not yet known but a full report will be provided in the February issue of Seaford Scene. We would like to express our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all the volunteers who accompanied Santa to help with the collections, and without whom Santa’s visit would not have been possible. Seaford Rotary wishes Seaford good health and a happy and prosperous new year.

The Philip Moorey Young Citizen of the Year Award

On Friday 18th November around 50 people assembled at Mercread Youth Centre for the inaugural award of the Seaford Young Citizen of the Year. The Young Citizen Award is named after Philip Moorey because of the splendid work that he did, both for Seaford Rotary and for the Mercread Youth Centre. His passing in 2020 was untimely and he is sadly missed by all who knew him.

Before the award was presented, speakers spoke about the work that is carried out by various organisations and individuals to support the town’s youth. The evening was a ‘Celebration of Seaford Youth’ as well as an award evening. Paul Vaesen, Chair of Seaford Rotary Youth Services committee gave examples of the many contributions given by Seaford Rotary to individuals and organisations providing benefits to Seaford youth. Ceri Robley (Vice Chair, Mercread Youth Centre) spoke about the activities available at Mercread Youth Centre, and Roger Daw talked about community projects carried out by the Youth Forum.

The three nominees who were shortlisted for the award were introduced by members of the judging panel. Isla McKellar (presented by Roger Daw) has inspired more

than 40 young people to join Titan Kids and Teens Fitness club who she coaches.

Rose Millington (presented by Bob Ellis, Headteacher of Seaford Head School) has been volunteering for four years through the England Netball Pass on your Passion scheme at Seaford Netball Club and is currently umpiring in the local Junior Netball league.

Hayden Roberts (presented by James Jenkins, past Young Mayor of Seaford) has campaigned to improve society for all through his work with the Youth Forum, the Youth Cabinet, the Youth Trust, and the East Sussex Community Voice. He has fundraised for Bike Racks for Seaford seafront; campaigned on knife crime, domestic violence, and the environment, and was host for the 2020 School Democracy Awards at the Houses of Parliament.

Hayden Roberts was announced as the Seaford Young Citizen of the Year and presented with the Philip Moorey Award 2022 by Philip Moorey’s widow Elaine. Seaford Rotary President Ann Reed presented him with a cash prize from Seaford Rotary and Elaine Moorey. Ann Reed also presented cash prizes donated by Mercread Youth Centre to Isla McKellar and Rose Millington.

A big thank you to all that made this extraordinarily successful event possible and helped to celebrate the good work done by the youth of Seaford.

Seaford Rotary welcomes new members and new Friends of Seaford Rotary. For more information, please email contact@seafordrotary.org.uk or contact us at www.seafordrotary.org.uk.

Photos from top: Mayor Olivia Honeyman and Santa switching on the Christmas lights during Seaford Magic; Rose Millington, President Ann Reed, Isla McKellar and Haydn Roberts.

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CHYNGTON SCHOOL JOINS NEW ACADEMY TRUST!

Children at Chyngton School in Seaford are enjoying the benefits of joining an academy trust with Seaford Head. The recently established Seaford Learning Trust has provided funding for brand-new equipment for Reception-age children at Chyngton. The trust has been developed to bring together expertise and resources in both schools, to provide a seamless education and a community where learning is for everyone.

Chyngton Co-Headteacher, Robin Tollyfield, said: ‘Ofsted was impressed with the way we have worked with Seaford Head to strengthen our school curriculum. I can now see us building on that to provide a much clearer pathway from age 5 through to 18’. Chyngton Co-Headteacher, Amy Clarke said: ‘We want to develop a unique offer for Seaford, giving our children and young people wider enriching experiences that we could not offer as a stand-alone school’. This

has already begun with the development of Chyngton’s Early Years setting.

The Chief Executive Officer of the trust is Seaford Head’s Headteacher, Bob Ellis. He confirmed that consultation is now underway to prioritise places at Seaford Head for children at Chyngton. ‘This is a natural part of becoming a single academy,’ he said. ‘We want to be able to guarantee all children at Chyngton places at Seaford Head, and start working with them and their families at the earliest opportunity.’

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Seaford Choral Society AUTUMN CONCERT:

THE BRAHMS REQUIEM

As we gathered in St Leonard’s church, last November’s Autumn concert, with a half-sized choir still in masks, seemed a distant memory. This time the church was almost full, and our choir, almost back to full-strength, had five new members singing their first concert with us (two who’d not been on stage since school some 30 years ago!). All week we’d all been using two words to describe how we felt: excited and nervous.

Brahms’ Requiem is a beautiful beast. We sang Movement 4: How Lovely is Thy Dwelling Place four years ago. Coming back to choral singing after nearly 20 years I thought it was the most beautiful piece I’d ever sung, and the most difficult. But I loved mastering it and the feeling of singing in the middle of a choir again, the other voices sliding around me, hooked me back into choral singing.

So, I was thrilled to learn there are six other movements in The Brahms Requiem, and we were to sing all of it this year. I quickly learnt that Movement 4 is like the single off an album, the ‘pop-track’. It’s popular for a reason, but once you delve more deeply into the rest there is so much more to love about this extraordinary work.

Thought by some to have been written in memory of the composer’s mother and by others in memory of Schumann, his friend and mentor – this unusual requiem is not primarily a Mass for the dead but intended as comfort for those who mourn. There is sadness, rage and grief, but also peace, hope, triumph and even joy. The music was written over 150 years ago, and yet the

soaring melodies and crunchy chords sound modern, the words read like poetry. This moving work caused many of us to shed a tear or two during rehearsals. But it is complicated! Gloriously so. Turns out that Movement 4, the hardest thing I’d ever sung four years ago, is the easy one. But I’ve been so inspired by how everyone has turned up every Monday evening for weeks to ‘do battle’ with this epic piece. The soprano and tenor lines are so high it’s hard work but sounds thrilling. And the alto and bass lines are not just filling in the harmonies as so often happens; Brahms has given each part its own melodies and solos. And there are pages and pages where you just hold onto your own line, keep singing and hope to all ‘land’ in the same place.

Also, despite all our rehearsals, the concert was our first opportunity to sing the whole piece through with our wonderful professional soloists (Charlotte Shaw and Chris Dixon) and accomplished pianists (John Eady and Will Hancox). So, we were excited to sing such a work, but also not quite sure how we’d manage it – hence the nerves. We’ll let our audience be our judges (thank you if you came to support us), but we loved it and have been buzzing ever since.

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CORELLI ENSEMBLE CONCERT

4pm, Sunday 29th January 2023 at Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road, Seaford BN25 2EE

Operatic Gems

Outstanding international tenor, Paul Austin Kelly, will be joining the Corelli Ensemble on Sunday 29th January for an operatic feast of exceptionally lovely music from sunny Italy. The programme will include much loved arias from famous operas, such as Rigoletto and Turandot, interspersed with breathtakingly beautiful interludes for string orchestra by Puccini, Rossini, Mascagni and Verdi. After the concert the audience is warmly invited to join the performers for tea and biscuits. So let’s banish those winter blues and escape to Italy with the Corelli Ensemble!

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SEAFORD’S NEW MENOPAUSE CAFÉ

By Dr Emma Sloan

GP Menopause Specialist at The Hormone Centre, based in Seaford and founder of the new FREE Menopause Café.

I believe women deserve to feel their best before, during and after their Menopause. We know it can be difficult to find the money for private healthcare, so we offer FREE Menopause Cafés in Seaford and Online where women can meet to discuss their symptoms.

Never before have we heard so much about the Menopause. Whenever we turn on the radio or look online, we see the word. This ‘Menopause Effect’ has been led by celebrities such as Davina McCall, who recently aired her phenomenal TV program ‘Sex, Mind and the Menopause.’ Even if you are not a fan of Davina, you can’t deny that she has opened the conversation about Menopause, which has benefited women all over the UK and worldwide. Now, for the first time, women are talking openly about their menopause and how much it has impacted their marriages, careers and general well-being. So why has this conversation taken so long to get out?

Women weren’t designed to live beyond the age of 50! In the 1850s, the average life expectancy was 42 for women and 40 for men. In Victorian times if a woman reached 50, she was considered elderly! Now women can live for twice this amount of time, but their ovaries begin to slow down around the age of 40, producing less Oestrogen,

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Testosterone and Progesterone, with the average age for the start of full Menopause being 51. This means, historically, women have been hormone deficient for a long time.

What actually happens during Menopause?

As a result of age, women’s hormones decrease, causing deficiencies. During the Menopause, bones may weaken, the skin stops producing collagen, and the hair can thin and fall out. Women start to gain fat around the central part of their stomachs and report memory difficulties, hot sweats, mood swings, anxiety and panic attacks. Also, many women going through the Menopause report painful sex, dry vagina, recurrent urinary infections, and reduced libido, and are also more at risk of diabetes, stroke and heart disease. These are serious changes that should not be ignored.

Is the Menopause just for the middle-aged?

This is another misconception. Menopause symptoms can start early, most patients feel they begin to suffer in their 40s, but my youngest patient is just 17 years old. It is really important to replace these hormones appropriately, as ‘one size fits all’ simply doesn’t work.

How to get help? GPs need to know a little bit of absolutely everything, and unlike other hormone deficiencies such as diabetes or thyroid disease, many GPs feel underconfident in Menopause treatment. Even today GPs in the UK worry about prescribing testosterone, whereas GPs in Australia, for example, prescribe this routinely for patients. Thankfully, since Davina’s TV series, medical professionals and employers are becoming skilled at providing support and care for women experiencing hormonal symptoms – which is something to be celebrated.

Want to know more about the Menopause Café? These FREE interactive sessions encourage small groups of women to chat openly and ask Dr Sloan any questions about the menopause. With advice shared on wellness, breast-checking techniques, and how best to exercise and eat during the menopause too.

If you are interested in taking part, pop along to www.thehormonecentre.com or text 07916 730693. Or if you want to book in privately to see Dr Sloan go book through the same website or call 01323 884334.

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SEAFORD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SUPPORTS THE YOUTH COUNSELLING PROJECT

On a very wet Friday 23rd September, Seaford Chamber hosted its annual Charity Golf Day at Seaford Head Golf Club. The weather was so awful on the day that the golfers were rained off for the first time ever! Some of the 13 teams who took part only made it to the 4th hole, others made it to the 9th – it was therefore not possible to run the competition for Nearest to the Pin or Longest Drive as we have done in other years.

David Jordan ran the auction again, which was a huge success, raising £935 – the highest sale Auction prizes were generously donated by Russell Clarke of Cloud Voice & Data and Richard Light of Fundraising Auctions. S R Davis and ELS Electrics provided the drinks and snacks. Our very grateful thanks, to everyone who sponsored a hole and to all raffle and auction prizes so kindly donated.

The Chamber presented a cheque in the sum of £4,000 at the November breakfast meeting on

Thursday 3rd November to The Youth Counselling Project, who were the chosen beneficiaries for this year’s event. All funds were raised via sponsorship, raffle and auction following dinner.

Seaford Chamber is extremely grateful for the support of its major sponsors:

• Cloud Voice & Data

• Brooklyn Hyundai

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Due to the terrible weather, the teams were scored from the first six holes.

Winners of the Chamber Cup: S R Davis and Sons (they were last year’s runners up). Runners up: Brooklyn Hyundai (Gerri Ori). Third Place: Newhaven Enterprises (Chris Smith).

The competition will be back next year (in the hope of better weather) – for more information, contact the Chamber Secretary.

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Seaford Tapping & Reiki

Tapping

(Emotional Freedom Technique) combines ancient healing traditions and modern psychology.

Based on acupuncture, it uses a system of tapping on meridian points, to release emotional and psychological blocks that are held in the body.

It can help with: l Anxiety l Depression

l Body issues l Relationship issues

l Major life events

This body-psychology technique is a way to release past / present issues and emotions so you can move on with your life.

Tapping is also a self help tool. Once learned with a practitioner, you can use it on yourself whenever you need.

REIKI

Reiki is a gentle, hands-on healing technique for stress reduction and relaxation.

When our life force energy is low, we are more likely to get sick and feel stressed.

When our life force energy is strong, we are more capable of feeling vibrant, happy and healthy.

Reiki is: l Simple l Natural l Safe

It treats the whole person: Mind, Body and Spirit.

Seaford Tapping & Reiki

STRESS RELIEF SESSIONS

Only £10 – tap away your anxieties in a small, safe group.

For more information contact Robin at: seafordtappingandreiki@gmail.com or ring me on 07956 555688

Sharing a life with someone has always had its challenges, but the constant shifts, pace and expectations of modern life means that, for some of us, being in a partnership can prove difficult and, at times, may seem impossible.

Attending couples therapy when issues and differences start to appear can not only save relationships but can help you to enjoy a richer, happier partnership.

Couples therapy can also help couples to separate in a kinder, calmer way which is not only healthier for both parties but has a positive, far-reaching effect on children, family and friends.

The House can offer you local professional support where you can work through a break up or resolve partnership issues. Call us for further information and take the first step to a happier relationship.

Since our last report our members had a very interesting November talk from Jon Pope of the Commonwealth Graves Commission (CGC). Did you know there are 1.7 million people registered with the CGC and 1.1 million graves which are maintained by the Commission. These graves are situated in 23,000 locations around the world. The eldest person looked after was 68 years old when he died, he was a retired service man who was called again to do his duty, and the youngest 14 years old, he obviously lied about his age so he could join up. ou were entitled to a War Grave if you died between 4th August 1914 –31st August 1921 for the First World War and 3rd September 1939 – 31st December 1947 in the second world war. This is because peopled died of their war wounds after the wars had ended.

12,000 graves. Seaford Cemetery has 250 WWI, 25 WW2 and 20 civilian War Graves.

Our December meeting was our Christmas party, where we were entertained by the Sutton Barn Community Choir. We held a raffle whilst tea was enjoyed and everyone went home with a present.

Members have also enjoyed lunch at The Star Inn at Pevensey Bay and a Christmas Tea at the secretary’s house.

The lip-reading classes finished on 6th December and the new term starts on Tuesday 10th January. Our next social afternoon will be on Friday 6th January, when John Henty will be speaking about Max Miller.

May we wish all readers a very Happy New Year and if anyone would like to join us we will make them most welcome.

Pauline White

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CLUB OF SEAFORD

Several members spent an enjoyable evening at the Congress Theatre in Eastbourne watching 42nd Street.

Our Inner Wheel meeting at Diella’s on 11th November welcomed our District Chairman, Katharine Butcher and fellow Hove Member Hillary Ball. Katharine Butcher gave an interesting talk about her charity Children on the Edge. The charity was started in the 1990s in response to the Romanian Orphanage Crisis. The Body Shop owner Anita Roddick was one of the main founders. Nowadays it supports marginalised children all over the World. Katharine also talked about her love of compiling scrap books.

Vice President Maureen Edgar with Past President Maggie Gentry, on behalf of Seaford Inner Wheel, laid a wreath at the Seaford War Memorial on Remembrance Sunday (photo above).

This month we also held a Tiffin Cake afternoon at Vice President Maureen Edgar’s house at which the

Crafty Ladies raised a substantial amount of money, selling their handmade items, for our President, Dr Mary Morris’ Charity HomeLink. This organisation was founded by different Christian Donations from Lewes District Churches. Their aim is to help the homeless or those threatened with homelessness, by organising a local interest-free rent deposit scheme.

SKIN CLINIC

The Inner Wheel of Seaford was founded 75 years ago, and we celebrated the occasion with an evening meal on 6th December at Seaford Golf Club, with partners and friends, and a guest speaker.

SKIN CLINIC

Trees for Seaford NATIONAL TREE PLANTING WEEK

We have had a very busy and successful time so far with this winter’s planting. Activities commenced with a training update in early November, putting in saplings at Southdown Corner, including one tree in memory of past members Colin and Diana Windley.

More recently volunteers put in 20+ trees on Chyngton Avenue one sunny Saturday morning, where a score of people turned up to dig, hammer stakes, ferry tools where needed, spread woodchip and plant bulbs around the new trees. Big thanks to Dan for providing lovely hot refreshments at the halfway point. It was a wonderful morning and gave us lots of opportunities to chat with residents. Despite having to postpone the next day’s planting at Farm Close and Grosvenor Road due to wild weather, we were able to get nine trees planted a few days later, with three more due soon. A further memorial tree to supporter Pete Tatham was planted in Saltwood Road. Many thanks to the helpful residents in all those roads.

We are hugely grateful for all donations received from residents at the planting sites, which go to offset organisational costs over and above our funding from LATF and Heritage Lottery Fund – our tools, training, insurances and turf disposal. Many of our members came out to help plant 200 hedgerow shrubs with the Friends of Sutton Downs in mid-November – and helped them with apple tree planting in December (see more at www.seafuture. org/friends-of-suttondowns). We are also helping put in a wildlife hedge on the Rathfinny Estate, where 215 ‘whips’ will go in to offset the carbon footprint of the 215 competitors in the 2022 annual Rathfinny Run.

Finally, we look forward to planting in Mason Road in February – an event unfortunately delayed by SGN street works, although this gave us the opportunity for contact building and an informative conversation about the gas networks!

Join our merry band?

It has been a pleasure to meet several new members over the last few weeks, including some excellent diggers! But we are still looking for people who can also provide admin support including legal compliance and advice, especially now that we have become a CIC (Community Interest Company). We look forward to getting to know some of the new volunteers better at our January social, and promise a warm welcome to a friendly and inclusive group.

The Peace Garden, St Thomas More Church and the Crouch received a variety of trees. At the Crouch representatives of three Seaford groups (Seaford WI, Churches Together and Seaford Rotary) all attended the memorial planting of three ornamental cherries to extend the row alongside the playground.

And finally… with infamous strong Seaford winds expected, please do get in touch if you notice young street trees which need re-staking – or other ‘treemergency’ needs. Wishing you all a Happy New Year!

Email treesforseaford@gmail.com. Website: treesforseaford.wordpress.com www.enaturingseaford.org

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The new season at the Barn Theatre opens on Friday 6th January at 7.30pm with a very special film, Eric Ravilious: Drawn to War (PG). This is the first major feature about the official British war artist who lost his life over Norway in 1942 and had connections with our local area. The story is told in Ravilious’ own words,through material drawn from private correspondence and previously unseen archive. It recounts a life as compelling and enigmatic as his art, set against the dramatic wartime locations that inspired him, and stars Alan Bennett, Freddie Fox, Tamsin Greig, Grayson Perry, Robert Macfarlane and Ai Weiwei with direction by Margy Kinmonth.

Elvis (12), on Friday 13th January, looks at how the boy with the amazing voice and hip action was launched into the big time from very humble beginnings, shocking and thrilling America as his fame grew, thanks to the iron hands of Colonel Tom Parker (Tom Hanks in great form). Get into the groove with the critically acclaimed Austin Butler as The King.

See How They Run (12), on Friday 20th January, is a comedy-drama set in the West End of 1950s’ London. Plans for a movie version of a smash hit play come to an abrupt halt when a pivotal member of the crew is murdered. Inspector

David Campbell Tribute

To celebrate the life of Seaford Community Cinema co-founder David Campbell who died suddenly on 30th October, the cinema is screening his favourite film, Blade Runner (15), on Saturday 28th January at 7.30pm, all tickets £7. The evening will benefit the charity nominated by his family, the Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund. In the American neo-noir genre of sci-fi and directed by Ridley Scott in 1982, an ex-policeman becomes a special agent with a mission to exterminate a group of violent androids. As he starts getting deeper into his mission, he questions his own identity. Note: not shown on programme leaflet or advert. See seafordcinema.org for updates.

Stoppard (Sam Rockwell) and eager rookie Constable Stalker (Saoirse Ronan) are imperilled as they are thrown into the intrigue within the sordid theatre underground.

When five assassins board the fast-moving Bullet Train (15) they discover that their missions have something in common. Ladybug (Brad Pitt) wants to do his job peacefully, but not with this lot of lethal adversaries speeding through Japan. The end of the line is just the beginning in this action comedy thriller on Friday 3rd February at 7.30pm.

Friday 10th February sees something much gentler in Mrs Harris Goes to Paris (PG, image right), starring Lesley Manville, Isabelle Huppert and Lambert Wilson. A widowed cleaning lady (Manville) falls madly in love with a couture Dior dress and decides that she must have one of her own. So desperate is her longing that she is prepared to gamble and go without food in order to fulfil her dream.

At one time Bradford Movie Makers formed an enthusiastic community of people wanting to create their own films, but interest isn’t what it was and membership is dwindling. A Bunch of Amateurs (12A, image left) charts their fight to pursue their dreams and their struggles to keep going. The cast play themselves. See it on Friday 24th February.

Brian and Charles (PG), Friday 3rd March, was judged funniest film at last summer’s Sundance Festival. After a particularly harsh winter Brian goes into a deep depression, so, isolated and with no one to talk to, he does what any sane person would do when faced with such a melancholic situation. He builds a robot.

Iranian road comedy-drama Hit the Road (12A), Friday 10th March, follows a chaotic, tender family as they make a trip across a rugged landscape, fussing over their sick dog and generally getting on each other’s nerves, driving to the Turkish border to smuggle their young adult son out of the country. This film won top prize at

The season ends on Friday 24th March, all guns blazing, with the Tom Cruise vehicle, Top Gun: Maverick (12A image right). After 30 years, Maverick is still pushing the joy stick to max as a top naval aviator, but must confront ghosts from his past.

Seaford Museum SEAFORD’S WHISTLING CLERGYMAN

Whistling as he spoke and absent-mindedly removing small articles of his clothing during the sermon, John Fitzgerald must have been an entertaining preacher. Although John Purcell Fitzgerald’s father had died in poverty through bankruptcy, John Junior – his son –inherited a fortune and many properties from his mother.

As a young man, John Fitzgerald had intended to become a Church of England clergyman but a ‘brain fever’ in his youth left his eyesight so weak that this was not possible. Instead, he wrote and published many moral and religious pamphlets from 1828 to 1876, including ‘Familiar Commentary on the Book of Revelations’ and ‘The Sovereign’s position towards a Protestant Established Church’, but also took a very real and practical interest in the well-being of the poor and indigent.

As well as endowing the almshouses in Seaford, John Fitzgerald conducted non-conformist prayer meetings and practical charitable work in Suffolk, where he stayed at Boulge Hall, the ancestral home. Despite this deep sympathy with the unfortunate, John Fitzgerald was very proud of his ancestry; visiting preachers at Boulge Hall were not allowed to sit at table with him if they had not been to university. And on bidding goodbye, Fitzgerald would only extend two fingers to be shaken.

Photos & Stories Required

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Thank you, Jackie

John Fitzgerald was never happier than when preaching and would become completely lost in his subject, removing small articles of his clothing as he spoke. Unfortunately, he suffered from a speech defect that created a whistling and clicking as he did so, but his audience ignored these peculiarities.

At the time it was common for the elderly poor to be compelled to live in the Union or Poor House, where husbands and wives were generally separated for the rest of their lives. John Fitzgerald considered this treatment to be ‘contrary to the letter of Christ’s Gospel’ and he became determined to establish a charity for the relief of the aged poor.

In 1858, he endowed the building and financing of the almshouses in Croft Lane off Broad Street. Here, according to the ‘Rules’ all persons were eligible if they were ‘of the class or denomination of labouring poor’, ‘not less than sixty years of age’ and of ‘good character’. In addition, every inmate ‘will be expected, unless prevented by illness or necessary duties, to attend some place of Christian Worship at least once every Lord’s Day’.

John Fitzgerald was already planning and building Seaford’s first National School school, which opened in 1859. He also founded a ‘Lending Library for the Poor’ and contributed £100 towards the cost of renovating and enlarging St Leonard’s Church in 1861-2. In the aftermath of the great floods of 1875 that so damaged the town, John Fitzgerald ordered the doors of Corsica Hall (which he owned) to be opened for the displaced townspeople and refused reimbursement from the Relief Committee.

Whistling and absent-minded he may have been, but Seaford has good reason to be grateful to John Fitzgerald Jr.

Photo: Fitzgerald Almshouse Rules.

Seaford Community Partnership THE CLIFF GARDENS PROJECT

In November, pupils from Seaford Head School joined forces with a work party from Southern Water to improve and diversify the environment of Pump Field, the furthest East of the Sea Meadows.

Once upon a time the River Ouse flowed through Seaford and into the sea at Pump Field. That ended in the mid-16th century, when the course of the river changed and it flowed instead through Newhaven. The Sea Meadows are the remains of the original flood plain of the river.

Seaford Town Council has been working with local environmental groups to renature the meadows allowing them to reach full maturity during the flowering season and set seed for the next year. Pump Field in particular is being maintained as an educational

CITIZENS ADVICE

With everything getting more expensive, this is a really difficult time for a lot of people, so it’s sensible to be thinking about how you can manage. There are lots of things you can do to try and stay in control of your money.

Always make sure you understand what you’re signing up for, how you’ll make the repayments and what will happen if you can’t pay on time. It’s important to check the returns process for both the retailer and credit provider. Paying through BNPL may also affect the cost of postage returns if you’ve ordered online. The riskiest thing about it is that you’re not guaranteed to be protected if something goes wrong. For example, you can’t go to the Financial Ombudsman Service if you have a complaint.

resource, part of the Seaford Community Partnership plan for Cliff Gardens. The hope is that over time the field will develop into a healthy natural meadow. Planting a new hedge along the eastern boundary will serve two purposes. Firstly, the plants are all native English species that will provide shelter and food for a whole host of animals. And secondly, it will hide from view the Pumping Station, hardly the most beautiful building in Seaford!

The volunteers spent the morning digging in the young bushes, known as ‘whips’, firming them down and then, despite the recent rainfall, giving them a good watering, from a Southern Water bowser, on site for that purpose. The pupils were members of the school’s thriving Eco Club, and they hope to be able to use much of what they learned in and around the school grounds. As the name suggests, the Sea Meadows are, naturally, meadows, but this short stretch of hedgerow will need care and attention if it is to reach its full potential. In the fullness of time, not only will the hedge increase the biodiversity of Pump Field, but residents will be able appreciate it as they stroll through the revitalised Cliff Gardens park.

If you find yourself turning to credit cards or your overdraft for your spending, keep track of what you owe. You should prioritise paying your rent or mortgage, plus energy bills and Council Tax, because not paying these has the most serious consequences.

If, like many during this crisis, you find you can’t afford to reduce your debts after paying your priority bills and essentials, seek advice as soon as possible.

If you need specific support or don’t feel able to manage your situation alone, call us: 01273 007557.

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ROYAL SOCIETY OF ST GEORGE Commonwealth Service

of Remembrance

On an extremely wet and windy day, the Annual Service held at Seaford Cemetery, organised by the Seahaven Branch of The Royal Society of St George, honoured and remembered those at rest in the Cemetery who gave their lives in the Service of this Country in the pursuit of Peace during World Wars and conflicts.

The Reverend James Hollingsworth led the Service, which included The Last Post, Reveille, Kohima and concluded with the singing of The National Anthem.

Among the Wreaths laid, were specific tributes to the Canadians, West Indians and the Irish Service Personnel. Standards were lowered during the two minutes’ silence. The Lord Lieutenant Mr Andrew Blackman led the Wreath laying, followed by Deputy

Mayor of Seaford, The Canadian High Commission, the Irish Veterans’ Association, the West Indian Association of Service Personnel and other Service and nonService Personnel represented in Wreath laying.

Kevin Gordon (Local Historian), announced that he had been contacted by Shola Bishop from Guyana, South America and asked to place a Poppy Cross on the Grave of Benjamin Van Groningen who died in Seaford during the First World War, having contracted pneumonia. Kevin had placed the Poppy Cross as requested. It was a poignant reminder that although over 100 years has elapsed since his death, we shall never forget the sacrifice he and all the young men of all generations have made on our behalf.

A gift to Newhaven MENCAP

The Seahaven Branch of R.S.S.G. recently gifted a set of ten tables to Newhaven Mencap. The President Mr Laurie Holland and some Members of the Committee enjoyed a very warm welcome from all the members and spent the evening chatting and laughing with the members of Mencap. A lovely photo of the members of St George and Mencap to remind us of such a happy evening.

Lunch at The View

The members of the Seahaven Branch recently met for lunch at The View, Seaford Head Golf Course which was enjoyed by all present. A raffle was held which raised funds for us to give needed equipment to local charities and groups.

Photo: Members of St George and Mencap.

FEBRUARY DEADLINE: FRIDAY 6th JANUARY

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Seaford u3a News

Now that the activity and brightness of Christmas have finished, followed by the ‘flat’ feeling of the days between Christmas and New Year, we can start to look forward to what is in store in 2023.

For a start there is the January coffee morning on Wednesday 18th January at the Con Club, Crouch Lane, Seaford from 10am to 12 noon. This is a free event open to members and non-members who are interested in joining u3a. No need to book a place –just come along and join in.

There are also new groups to look forward to and an extensive programme of members’ interests talks at the Downs. One of the most popular speakers in the u3a is running a group entitled Masterpieces of British Galleries, starting in January. There is a new Current Affairs group and later there is a new group with a different take on the Ancient Egyptians, when the group leader discusses the craft aspect of their culture. Members’ interests talks yet to come range from information technology to the Bishopstone Station project, with a variety of others in between. There is more to hear at the Tea Parties which have started again at the Con club. Talks and groups are open to members only.

Before Christmas, one of the most popular series of members’ interest is talks at the Downs was A History of Ukraine with a record number of members attending to hear this topic of current relevance. They heard that Ukraine became a melting pot of different races and that truly this country can be described as ‘the gates of Europe’. Its written history starts with Slavs, who established a powerful medieval state known as Kievan Rus. This lasted until the 13th century and then between the 14th and 15th centuries the lands of Ukraine came under the influence of Mongolian tribes, Crimean Tatars, the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and the Crown of the Kingdom of Poland. From the 16th to the 18th centuries the lands of Ukraine were dominated by the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, and then from the end of the 18th century to the beginning of the 20th century the Austrian Empire and the Russian Imperial Empire divided the land between them.

After the Russian Revolution in 1917 Ukrainian nationalists tried to form a nation-state, but the country was conquered by the Bolshevik armies and became one of the founding republics of the USSR in 1922. The country was invaded by the Germans in World War ll and occupied between 1941 and 1944, many Ukrainians being killed. Finally in 1991 when the USSR dissolved, Ukraine declared independence.

Attendees at the talk made donations to the group Seaford for Ukraine by buying portions of some delicious Ukrainianstyle cakes made by u3a members, and £100 was raised to help Ukrainian families.

For more information about Seaford u3a see the website www.u3asites.org.uk/seaford. To find out about membership email seafordu3a@gmail.com, sending your postal address for a welcome pack.

Photo: Ukrainian-style cakes: Chocolate hazelnut meringue, chocolate cream and date cake, walnut sponge cake

Seaford Natural History Society

SEAFORD HEAD DEWPOND RENOVATION

Phase One Finishes – Phase Two Begins

The Seaford Natural History Society project to initiate the restoration and renovation of the long neglected Dewpond on Seaford Head, has been going on throughout 2022, with the aims of:

• Removing and controlling the non-native invasive weeds

• Increasing the biodiversity of the Dewpond and its surrounds for the benefit of wildlife

• Establishing a local group of volunteers to continue the work, when the funded project finishes.

30 local people came forward to form the ‘Friends’. They were divided into groups, which accumulated over 500 hours of project work between them. This fantastic effort has paid great dividends, with perhaps half of the pond area now with clear surface water –whereas there was virtually none originally. Much of the invasive weed has been removed, and burnt on site, as great care is needed to avoid it being spread to any other susceptible locations. Although slowing down over the winter, the ‘Friends’ will still be on site from time to time, ensuring that the invasive weed doesn’t get a chance to grow back before the renovation continues in earnest next spring.

Before

As well as the invasive weed, some of the existing rushes and Iris, have also been reduced, a surrounding path is being created, and two hibernacula dug, for overwintering amphibians and reptiles. Local wildlife has been showing its appreciation of the changes, with newts, dragonfly, insects and birds enjoying the only fresh water on Seaford Head. The wildlife has been surveyed during the year, and some 200 species have

now been recorded, including the nymph of a rare Lesser Emperor dragonfly, the first record of this species breeding in UK – a very exciting coup! We are very grateful to SNHS member and insect specialist Mike Kerry for spotting this.

After

By November, the aims of the original project had been achieved, and we hope that visitors to the area will appreciate what an improvement has been made to the pond, thanks to the hard work of a dedicated team of volunteers.

On a wet and windy afternoon in November, the Mayor of Seaford, Councillor Olivia Honeyman, met with a group of the Friends and Seaford Natural History Society members, to celebrate what has been achieved, and to look forward to continuing the restoration work under the auspices of the Friends (photo above). Paul Baker received a well-deserved round of applause for his dogged determination for seeing the project through. As the weather improved (slightly), we managed a short inspection of the pond, taking care to clean any of the invasive weeds off our shoes before leaving!

For more information about the Friends of the Dewpond or Seaford Natural History Society, please contact Paul Baker (prbaker2ep@btinternet.com).

Jim Howell

BRASSPOINT AT THE CRYPT

Mike Stones started Seaford-based Brasspoint School of Visual Arts eight years ago with just three students and now 80 to 90 artists are passing through each week to develop their creativity and ideas through the exploration of processes and materials.

The results were on show at the Crypt in late November when the gallery was abuzz with visitors discussing the work of 25 artists working in media ranging from linocut to pen and chalk, from watercolour to oil, and sometimes a variety of these.

Take Ruth de Mallet Morgan for instance. She offered joyful limes and cerise in her acrylic Open Gardens Southease, angling a fence as if seen from above to create a welcoming openness to the scene, alongside a contrastingly styled watercolour of a chilly Hindover mantled by mauve-tinged snow, then a father and baby son study tenderly painted in acrylics from a distance that secluded them in their own private world; and in

a complete change, a bold linocut of a shoal of fish in brown and black.

What I enjoyed about most of the work was its freedom of line – no painted ‘photographs’ here –for instance, Margot Little’s Westwards Birling Gap in ink and chalk on paper, where cliffs tinged with yellow soared behind a righthand foreground of lively vegetation and against a translucent turquoise sea.

Very different was Fran Kershaw’s Pathway in acrylics, with a flock of birds in a hot summer sky and a path diagonally located across sweeping striated downland. Kate Nicholls portrayed her cliff and sea images in crisp blue, black and ochre to great effect, and Sheila May Brown’s oil on canvas of fishing huts on stilts at sunset, dark against a palette of golds, was also arresting.

From day’s ending to Darkness Descends, in which Lucie Jones portrayed a mysteriously looming fishing boat in charcoal and chalk.

Liz Newns also displayed multi-media talent with her Exhale, of a swimmer appearing to meditate while floating on a yellowy-green sea whose swirly depths were lit by a sun-filled sky, and three grounded images of unposed people called Reluctant Models.

I loved Angela Race’s Gerbera Heaven, of big, splashy blooms, and Lesley Faux’s Cuckmere Haven in acrylic on watercolour, apparently painted from a distance to slowly draw the viewer into the pleasures to come.

Bold black lines served to hold Emma White’s acrylic and chalk on board Rock Pool together, making one imagine the marine activity of flora and fauna below smooth rocks and calm water.

This was a well-curated exhibition by some very confident artists, and it must have been very rewarding – and not just in the financial sense – to see so many red ‘sold’ dots on the work.

For more info on Brasspoint go to brasspointsva.com

The history of Premium Bonds

Do you own any Premium Bonds? More than 21 million of us own at least one, and their history dates back to the 19th century.

By 1861 the British Empire was wealthy but ordinary citizens were not. They had little opportunity to save. A Huddersfield banker called Charles Sikes wanted to change this. He proposed a scheme to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, William Gladstone. Gladstone approved and decided there should be a savings bank within, ‘...an hour’s walk of every working man’s fireside.’.

The Post Office Savings Bank was established to provide cheap funding to the Government, and the Ordinary Savings Account was born. Because the funds were secured by the Government, people felt it was a safe way to invest, so the project was a success with 2,500 branches opening within two years.

During the First World War, the Government needed to borrow more money, so in 1916 it launched War Savings Certificates in 1916 and followed those with National War Bonds in 1917. These raised £433m (around £24 billion based on today’s values). During the Second World War there was a similar National Savings campaign and deposits rose from £509 million to £1,982 million between 1939 and 1946. After the war, the Government wanted to encourage people to save again and on 1st November 1956, Premium

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Savings Bonds went on sale. These didn’t earn interest, instead each £1 bond received a unique number and had an equal chance to win a prize in a monthly draw. £5 million worth of bonds were sold on the first day (about £121 million today).

So that each £1 bond had an equal chance of winning a prize, the draw needed to be truly random. Because of the complexity of the task, the Government used the team behind the Second World War code breaker, Colossus, to build a piece of Electronic Random Number Indicator Equipment, dubbed ERNIE. This machine generated bond numbers based on the signal noise created by gas neon diodes. The original ERNIE was the size of a van, and took 10 days to complete a draw. Over the past several decades ERNIE has been through several iterations. The current machine is ERNIE 5, which was introduced in 2019. ERNIE 5 is powered by quantum technology, which uses light rather than thermal noise to generate random numbers and takes just 12 minutes to complete a draw.

Back in 1956 you had to own a bond for six months to be entered into the draw, now it’s one full calendar month. Initially you could only invest £500 maximum, and the biggest prize was £1000. In a time when the average weekly pay was £10 per week, and average house prices were just under £2,000, it must have seemed like a huge sum.

Today, you can hold up to £50,000 worth of Premium Bonds, and the maximum prize is £1 million, with two chances to win the jackpot each month. There are also many smaller prizes, down to a modest £25. 82 billion bonds go into the draw each month so the odds of any individual bond winning a prize (no matter how small) is 24,500 to 1. More than £350,000 of bonds from 1956 are still active today and eligible for entry into the monthly draw.

Believe it or not, even in the present economic climate there are currently over 1.6 million prizes worth more than £63 million which have not been claimed. Perhaps now might be a good time to check to see whether you have any old Premium Bonds in your name, which have been forgotten about. You might get lucky!

Jamie Maxfield

NOTE: Before making any financial decisions you are advised to consult a professional, financial adviser.

SEAHAVEN’S 18th ANNUAL BUSINESS AWARDS OPENS FOR ENTRIES – 5th JAN

If you run a business in Seaford, Newhaven or Peacehaven, the annual SBAs, as they are known, are an excellent opportunity to gain recognition for your business in East Sussex. The Seahaven Business Awards celebrate professionalism, creativity, innovation and business excellence, and are an important feature in the local business calendar. Winners include businesses from every sector, and provide business owners, small and large, the chance to shine and tell people about their company’s success story.

We are delighted that our Awards Host will be John Young, presenter and reporter with the BBC for over 30 years. John’s professionalism and audience engagement made the evening an unforgettable experience for the winners, guests, and VIPs in 2022.

There are seven award categories, and three businesses are shortlisted in each category, with finalists invited to the Awards Ceremony and Dinner on 12th May 2023. Visit www.newhavenchamber.co.uk for more details of the awards.

Mike Shorer, President of Newhaven Chamber of Commerce, said, ‘Last year’s event was our best ever. We have some brilliant businesses, individuals and organisations in the area, and we were delighted so many people could celebrate their success with them on the night. We are delighted to welcome onboard as a headline sponsor the Charles Cox Group, and together with Seaford and Peacehaven Chambers of Commerce we look forward to discovering new and innovative businesses that deserve recognition.’ Businesses have until 24th March to apply, but Mike suggests making an early start to your entry by thinking about evidence of your success, customers reviews and what makes you stand out from the competition. Categories include Business of the Year, Business Person of the Year, Best Environmental Business, Best Eatery, Best Customer Service, Best New Business and the President’s Award for Artistic Enterprise.

Many thanks to these successful local companies, who continue to proudly support the awards each year, and without whom we would be unable to run the awards: The Charles Cox Group, The Sussex Sign Company, Swindell’s Chartered Accountants, CleanKill, Fine Marketing, V R Flowers & Son, Experience It Now Travel, SeahavenFM, 2nd Cup of Tea, Arlette’s Florists, Newhaven Enterprise Centre, Newhaven Enterprise Zone, Veolia and Meeching Estate Agents.

Photo: The Seaford table.

SEAFORD AFTERNOON FLOWER CLUB

We do not hold our usual meeting in January, but several of us will be enjoying a New Year lunch in Seaford and we are sure that a jolly time will be had by one and all.

BRICKWOR CONSTRUCTION

In November we were expecting to see Lucinda Knapman, but owing to an unfortunate accident, she was unable to come and demonstrate to us. However, we are lucky to have a number of talented and creative members who were willing to step in at the last minute and demonstrate various techniques and create stunning arrangements for us. The competition was entitled Flowers in a Box, and once again, our members excelled themselves with some lovely arrangements. Looking ahead, on 16th February 2023 Michelle King will be demonstrating Tour de France, and in keeping with the French theme, our competition is entitled Très Chic.

Mr. S. Rychlins

We meet at the Baptist Church Hall in Belgrave Road, Seaford, BN25 2EE on the third Thursday of each month (except January) at 1.30pm. Our fees for this year are £45 and visitors are always very welcome at £7.50 on the door which includes refreshments. Contact Mary Morris on 01323 893899 or Sue Ward on 01323 894848 for further details.

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Old School Surgery Seaford –incorporating Alfriston & East Dean Surgeries PATIENT PARTICIPATION GROUP

Our group works with the GP practice to help ensure patients’ views are understood and where at all possible reflected in the way services are delivered. As winter is now upon us the group is trying to raise awareness of the impact that a simple accident can have on our daily lives. With the wet, windy and possibly icy days ahead, together with dark evenings, tripping and falling with dire consequences is an all too real possibility for us all.

Someone who is normally independent, perhaps living on their own, but enjoying a full and happy life can suddenly become totally dependent on others and no longer able to enjoy life to the full. A simple fall can easily mean a broken bone or joint, and result in many painful months in hospital and the need for extensive ongoing support from family or friends.

I suspect we all know someone who has found themselves in this position but few of us would have considered that it could possibly happen to us. The stark reality of course is that it could at any time. It only takes a moment’s lack of thought or concentration, too much of a rush, wrong glasses, poor light with no torch, inappropriate footwear, forgotten walking stick or frame, uneven paving stone, or texting on the go.

Simply being aware could just be enough to make that difference and avoid what could otherwise be that absolute worst of days!

If we have really caught your attention, you may like to have a look at the following NHS site for some more extensive advice. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/falls/

A few simple precautions to consider:

• wear sensible shoes

• if you are elderly, infirm or disabled in any way don’t be too embarrassed to use a stick or walker to help with balance in difficult weather and in the dark

• try to have a stock of grit and salt to hand, and a snow shovel.

l We supply a large bulk bag to your door for a one-off payment of £4.99.

l When you have filled it with your garden green waste, phone us and we will collect and recycle it for just £17.50.

l No more struggling to take your green waste to the tip and then cleaning your car afterwards.

l Let us do the hard work.

l Practical and easy with weekly collections.

l Registered Environment Agency waste carrier. Call Jason

• know your own limits, and bear in mind that you might be more likely to have a fall if you are tired or distracted – it could happen to any of us!

• use a torch in the dark

• take extra care on uneven ground.

If you notice areas of broken pavement or other hazards where you walk, you can contact East Sussex Highways: https://www. eastsussexhighways.com/report-a-problem

Just be aware -– keep yourself safe and out of hospital! Have a healthy and very happy 2023.

Please recycle this magazine when you have finished with it.

SEAFORD STAMP & POST CARD CLUB

A profitable printing industry arose in the 1890s making copies of rare and valuable Victorian stamps, which were almost indistinguishable from the originals, and selling them for lots of money to the popular collectors’ market. Genuine stamp dealers, and the Inland Revenue, eventually put a halt to this trade when they took the printers of the Chalon Head stamp, shown below left, to court in the early 1900s and imposed a hefty fine. Even so, fake and forged stamps continue to be a problem for collectors to this day. I work on the principle that a valuable stamp is a fake unless it has a certificate from an expert which says otherwise!

Tony Hope showed this ‘fake’ stamp as part of his wonderful display of the stamps and history of New Zealand. Tony worked for many years as the catering manager for the army in New Zealand and travelled widely across the country. His account of his time there was full of fascinating anecdotes, such as the time he asked his close Maori friend, Toby Rickihana, who had a wicked sense of humour, ‘What is the Maori’s favourite food?’, to which his friend replied, ‘Pooka’, a pork dish with spinach. Then he added, ‘If you can’t get that it is ‘Pakiha’, which translates as ‘white man!’

His display included most of the earliest stamps, the Chalon Heads, many of them displayed on envelopes, and some mint examples including this proof of the first stamp (above right) which has a blank space instead of the value.

Along with his stamps were lots of original prints from the Illustrated London News and old postcards tracing the history of the settlement of the Island (top left), which shows the first Missionary colony from the 1840s.

That Tony loved his time in New Zealand and the Maori people, (modern image top right) was clear from his

enthusiastic presentation of his display. Our next meeting (11th January) should interest any railway buff. It is an extensive display, detailing the creating of our railway system and includes early stamps, covers, prints etc. The club meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7pm for 7.30pm at the Seaford Constitutional Club. You are welcome to come along or if you would like to find out more about the club visit our website at Seaford Stamp and Postcard Club: http://www.seaford-sussex. co.uk/sspc/ or from our club secretary David at david. manthorpe10@gmail.com. Tel. 01323 492433.

A VIEW FROM THE POTTING SHED

Happy New Year fellow gardeners, happy 2023 to you all, let’s look forward optimistically to a good gardening year. It may be cold and gloomy out there at the moment, but the winter garden can be lifted with flowering shrubs like Witch-hazel and Winter jasmine. Shrubs and trees with coloured stems also provide bright spots (see topic), and those early bulbs are pushing through with the promise of spring.

Lots of promise too in the Society’s 2023 Programme, which will be arriving on your doorstep this month with full details of social evenings, coach outings and the 2023 Show on 5th August. Lots of bright spots for us all to look forward to.

CORNUS (D ogwood) IPOT C OFTHE MONT H

Dogwoods are a delight in winter, when the vivid stem colour of these adaptable and easy to grow deciduous shrubs brightens the garden; those with colourful foliage are also good for the summer border. Dogwoods require moderately fertile, reliably moist soil, and while tolerant of light shade the best colour is achieved in a sunny, open position.

MEMBERS’ NOTICE BOARD

We hope to see you all at the first social evening of 2023, 7pm at St Luke’s, Walmer Road on Tuesday 31st January, when Richard Oakeley will present The Story of Louvain Organic Nursery. The nursery is set on the edge of the Downs in Peacehaven. Don’t forget the fun competition at the January meeting, bring your snowdops in a vase. Want to attend social evenings but have transport problems? Contact the Society to get your name on the lift list.

The RHS recently conducted a trial of dogwoods at Hyde Hall. Between 2018 and 2020, 62 entries were judged to find best garden selection with nine cultivars earning Award of Garden Merit (AGM). See RHS The Garden Magazine January 2022. Cornus sanguinea Anny’s Winter Orange AGM, has glowing orange/red stems (see photo), while Cornus sericea Bud’s Yellow AGM, with greenish-yellow stems, had the edge on similar old favourite C. sericea Flaviramea AGM. Recommended dogwoods for summer foliage included C. alba Aurea AGM, with excellent yellow foliage, fine autumn colour and red stems in winter. Another AGM went to compact grower C. sericea White Gold, for its variegated summer foliage and green-yellow winter stems.

There are numerous selections to choose from, but you must decide if winter stem colour is your main objective. Plants with variegated leaves are prone to reverting to green if annual coppicing is carried out, but this is necessary to produce the most vivid stem colour on one-year-old wood. However, don’t hard prune in the first year, allow plants to establish.

To play on a film title, it’s Mission Possible in our garden at the Crouch, where volunteers are positively looking forward to addressing their New Year’s Resolution: to refurbish the veg and flower beds.

The whiteboard is covered in a to-do list of jobs for the next few months, and thanks to James, Clive and Naz there’s a Master Veg Plan pinned up in the classroom, along with one from Allison and Katie relating to the ornamental beds.

But first a digression to welcome new volunteers Naz and Ellis. Naz is training in horticulture at Plumpton Agricultural College and has experience of hydroponics, a new one for us, while Ellis, already proving himself to be a tireless worker, only halfway through the morning had planted up bulbs in a planter outside the classroom and swept paths.

So, to get back to planning: the idea is to focus a team on one bed at a time, plus renewing the wildlife pond – so wellies will be at the ready as spring approaches.

Meanwhile at the tail end of the old year clearing had already begun with Jim digging out some strawberry runners from the bed shared with the runner beans. Also being refurbished are the raspberries. Katie said: ‘They are all out but we are saving the best, and digging over the bed to remove bindweed. Angela has given us new raspberry canes. Naz has been helping to take out the bindweed before the new ones are planted.’ She added that refurbishing

ornamental beds was a long-term plan, necessary because some plants had outgrown their allotted size, overwhelming other things.

Included in the grand plan are fruit trees, so look forward to seeing a Morello cherry along the back wall, along with a redcurrant as both tolerate shade.

Currently kale is being protected by green plastic collars to stop the plants from being infected by clubroot. Broad beans and garlic are popping up.

With the tomatoes finished after a long season, the poly tunnel is now home to overwintering tender plants and some succulents. Outside, hellebores are doing their Christmas rose thing, along with glowing cream Solanum jasminoides blossoming on the west wall and Clematis Freckle with its internally purple-spotted bells happily climbing up an obelisk. And it’s only just January!

Happy gardening in 2023

The Garden Team

Photos from top: Mugs washed up after welcome tea break; Hopefully these collars will keep the kale free of clubroot; Clematis Freckle adds winter colour; Ellis makes a tidy job of the paths; Succulents and tender plants are now in the poly tunnel; Jim digs up old strawberry runners.

On a sad note Jackie Edwards died on 3rd December. She had been volunteering at Seaford Community Garden since moving to Seaford from Warrington to be closer to her daughter. She quickly became an enthusiastic member of the team, and her self-deprecating humour was a joy which made sessions with her so much fun. She will be hugely missed by all her friends and a sad loss to the Community Garden.

THE PROBUS CLUB OF SEAFORD

At our most recent meeting we had a presentation by Sam Amphlett, of the Macular Society. Sam explained that she was the Regional Fundraiser for the South East.

The macular is part of the retina, at the back of the eye, which has the particular function of giving fine detail, colour and clear vision. If damaged, it may lead to the appearance of grey patches within the field of vision, or distortions, particularly in a series of parallel lines. The macular affects the central portion of the vision. The macular has a very high concentration of the cells which detect light. Sam explained that there are around 300 new diagnoses each day. By the age of 60, one in 200 people will display the disease, rising to one in five by the age of 90. For this reason, reference is often made to age-related macular disease (AMD).

There are two types of macular disease: the ‘wet’ and the ‘dry’. Progress of the wet variety can be slowed by injections; the dry variety deteriorates more slowly, but there is no treatment. To date there is no cure for the disease, which may be inherited, although symptoms may not appear for many years. There may be some evidence that diet can slow the disease, particularly when high in fruit and vegetables.

The aim of the Macular Society is to raise funds to help find a cure. There is no Government funding available, and all their income is either from personal donations, or through charities such as the lottery. The Charity also has local support groups, providing counselling, befriending buddies and visual aid volunteers, who can advise on physical adaptations in the home. The charity has so far provided £5.1 million of funding into research to find a cure, or at least a means of slowing the progress of the disease.

Further information from macularsociety.org, or from 0300 3030 111.

Members’ hand-to-eye coordination, (or, in the case of your author, his lack of) were put to the test in our annual Skittles match, at the Crouch Bowling club in Seaford. To make sure that the better players were ‘nobbled’, the event began with an excellent fish and chip lunch from a nearby emporium. It was a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon, at the end of which one team won, and the other seven teams didn’t.

The Probus Club of Seaford is aimed at retired or semi-retired gentlemen living in Seaford and surrounding areas. We meet on the second Tuesday of each month, at 12.15, for a two-course meal followed by a speaker. For further details please contact the Secretary, Gavin, on (01323) 893760.

WOOD CREATIVES –NEW SPIN ON WOOD TURNING

‘You will find something more in woods than in books. Trees and stones will teach you that which you can never learn from masters.’ Saint Berna.

The Hillcrest Wood Creatives of Newhaven have traditionally been a woodcarving club although members have undertaken a wide range of wood crafts. The Club is aiming to start a wood-turning section so that members can turn wooden objects like table legs, vases, tool handles, mallets, dishes, bowls and much more. The Club has four lathes, and also has chisels and other turning tools available to use. With this wealth of equipment the Club is currently running a wood turning day every Tuesday. Initially there will be teaching sessions, and days with expert help at hand to guide and advise. Those who are passed out on the lathes will be able to use them unsupervised. The Club has limited safety equipment for members but participants are advised to have their own if possible.

Wood Creatives, are a diverse group of men and women who love creating and making things from wood. Our members are making items from the wide variety of wood available to us, using a variety of techniques. These include relief carving, sculpture, lathe turning, scroll sawing and pyrography – just to name a few. We also have been known to make furniture, boxes and other household items as well as fixing chairs, stools and other broken and damaged furniture – we have been ‘The Repair Shop’ for decades. We are always open to

new ideas and techniques that broaden the scope for working with the wide variety of timbers available and to include the many craft skills involved in working creatively with wood.

We are in a position to engage with community groups and help future projects with our skills and workshop facilities. We hope to forge wider links to community activities making lasting relationships and welcome new ideas to our Wood Creative facilities. We are steadily gathering in numbers from Seaford, Newhaven and the whole East Sussex area. We continue to improve our equipment and facilities at the workshop within The Hillcrest Centre, Bay Vue Road, Newhaven.

Currently we open on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9.30am to 3.30pm. As our numbers have increased we now have the options to open on other weekdays (Wednesday and Friday) and as autumn approaches we are considering the possibilities of opening in the evenings and even weekends if demand is high enough. The current fees are £25 per month, with half price for the unwaged (tea & biscuits are free). For beginners the club provides a good selection of carving chisels as well as hand & electric tools, for use in the club. We also provide a friendly and helpful environment with advice and support from experienced members.

The current management team (Ted Gordon – treasurer, Jeremy Adams – secretary, Joe Boylan – publicity) has built up the membership to pre-Lockdown levels. We are however very keen to welcome new members to our club. If interested please pop by on a Monday, Tuesday or a Thursday to look us over and have a guided tour. Wood Creatives are at The Hillcrest Centre, Bay Vue Road, Newhaven, BN9 9LH. Otherwise if you need any information contact Joe 07768 331038. See also our website at www.woodcreatives.co.uk and our Facebook page at Wood Creatives Newhaven.

Fri 9th Dec – Sun 15th Jan Aladdin

Devonshire Park Theatre, 8-10 Compton St, Eastbourne

Various times

Tickets from £15.50. Tel: 01323 412000 www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk

Sunday 1st January

Ruth Augilera and 2 Steps Back

Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane 7.30pm

Hits from the ’60s and ’70s. Tel: 01323 890364

Tuesday 3rd Walk & Talk at the Downs

The Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road 10am Drop in and find out about the Growing Project, a community garden and orchard being planned at the Downs. Email: friendsofsuttondowns@gmail. com www.seafuture.org/ friends-of-sutton-downs

What’s On in January? Sudoku

Seaford Head Probus Club Seaford Golf Club, Firle Road 12.30pm

Lunch and guest speaker. For further information, please contact Mike by phone or email. Tel: 01323 894893 Email: mjcstaples@gmail.com

Seaford Natural History Society

St Luke’s Church Centre, Walmer Road 2.15pm Discussion of the society’s 2022 records. Non-members £3. Membership enquiries, email: richardmongar@ btinternet.com www. seafordnaturalhistory.org.uk

Thurs 5th – Sat 28th

Uno23 One: Buon Anno! Gallery Uno, 14 High Street 10am - 4pm (Tues - Sat), 12 noon - 3pm (Mon), closed Sun An exhibition of art, craft and design for the month of beginnings and endings. Tel: 07470 876674

Email: info@galleryunoseaford. co.uk

Instagram: @unoseaford

Friday 6th

Hearing Aid Batteries and Hearing Loss Advice

St James’ Trust, 11 Blatchington Rd, BN25 2AB 10am - 12 noon Come and meet your local friendly team from East Sussex Hearing. Bring your brown NHS record book. 01323 722505 mail@eshrc.org www.eshrc.org

Seahaven Hard of Hearing Club St James’ Trust, 11 Blatchington Road 2pm Monthly social meeting, with speaker John Henty on Max Miller. Visitors welcome. Transport available if required. Tel: 01323 895216. Email: white-c7@sky.com

Heartsease

Seaford Baptist Church Church, Belgrave Road 2.30pm A group for bereaved people, and anyone who’s alone and would enjoy some social interaction. Includes speakers, entertainment etc and refreshments. For further information contact John and Jill Hughes, tel: 01323 898678.

Seaford Community Cinema

Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane 7.30pm Eric Ravilious: Drawn to War (PG). Tickets online or from Seaford Tourist Information Centre. wwwseafordcinema.org

Saturday 7th

Lewes Music Group Orchestra with Lewes Singers All Saints Centre, Friars Walk, Lewes 7pm, Doors 6.30pm Vivaldi ‘Gloria’ and Mozart ‘Symphony No. 41 (Jupiter)’. Tickets £8-£15. www.ticketsource.co.uk/ lewes-music-group

Sunday 8th Alfriston & Cuckmere

Valley Twinning Association Fête des Rois

The Old Chapel Centre, The Tye, Alfriston

4pm - 6pm Traditional French celebration of the Feast of Epiphany with a Galette des Rois (King’s cake), made of puff pastry and frangipane and contains a fève (favour).

Tuesday 10th

The Probus Club of Seaford

Venue to be confirmed 12.15pm for 12.30pm Two-course meal with a speaker. For further details, please contact Gavin: tel: 01323 893760.

Wednesday 11th Seaford Stamp & Postcard Club

Seaford Constitutional Club, Crouch Lane

7pm for 7.30pm Speaker Toney Hope on British Railways. All stamp and postcard collectors welcome. Tel: 01323 492433 www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/sspc

Splash Point Jazz

The View, Seaford Head Golf Club, BN25 4JS

7pm The Neal Richardson Trio with Jack Kendon (trumpet). Tickets £15, on the door or at wegottickets.com/ splashpointjazz. www.splashpointjazz.com Facebook @splashpointjazz The View. Tel: 01323 890139.

Friday 13th

Seaford Museum & Heritage Society

Seaford Little Theatre, Steyne Road

2.30pm ‘Stories from the Sussex Downs’, talk by Ian Everest. Admission £5/£3 Museum members. www.seafordmuseum.co.uk

Seaford Community Cinema

Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane 7.30pm Elvis (12). Tickets online or from Seaford Tourist Information Centre. wwwseafordcinema.org continued...

Saturday 14th

Tanya’s Quiz Evening

Seaford Little Theatre, 4 Steyne Road, BN25 1HA 7pm Open to all Seaford Little Theatre members, friends and family. £8 per person incl. buffet. Min 8 people per team. All proceeds after costs go to Macmillan Nurses. To book your place tel: 07725 632849

Sunday 15th

Seven Sisters Lace Society WI Hall, Claremont Road 10am - 4pm

A small, friendly group who meet on the 3rd Sunday of alternate months, primarily making bobbin lace but other types catered for. Beginners welcome, tuition provided. Tel: Sue Brooks 07941 327409

Tuesday 17th

Seaford Natural History Society St Luke’s Church Centre, Walmer Road 2.15pm ‘Aquifers’, talk by Aimee Felus. Non-members £3. Membership enquiries, email: richardmongar@ btinternet.com www. seafordnaturalhistory.org.uk

Wednesday 18th

Seaford U3A Coffee Morning

Constitutional Club, Crouch Ln 10am - 12 noon

Free entry. Open to members and prospective members. No need to book.

National Trust Seaford Association (NTSA) Constitutional Club, Crouch Ln 2.30pm

‘The Life of Rudyard Kipling’, talk by Geoff Hutchinson. New members (including non-NT members) most welcome. www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/nt

Hearing Aid Batteries and Hearing Loss Advice

St James’ Trust, 11 Blatchington Road BN25 2AB

10am - 12 noon Come and meet your local friendly team from East Sussex Hearing. Bring your brown NHS record book. 01323 722505 mail@eshrc.org www.eshrc.org

Friday 20th Seaford Community Cinema

Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane 7.30pm See How They Run (12). Tickets online or from Seaford Tourist Information Centre. wwwseafordcinema.org

Tuesday 24th Climate Café

The SEA Hub, 4 Clinton Place 6pm - 7.30pm Share your thoughts and feelings about the climate and ecological emergency, supported by a skilled facilitator. Free, everyone welcome. Tea, coffee and cake provided. Tel: 01323 891097 Email: groupwork@bodyspace. co.uk

Thurs 26th - Sun 29th Meeching Amateur

Dramatics: The Flint

Street Nativity

Meeching Hall, Fort Road, Newhaven 7.30pm (Thur-Sat), 2.30pm (Sun) Tickets £10/£8 conc. Available from Seaford Tourist Information Centre, 37 Church Street; tel: 01323 897426; or online. www.madtheatre.org

Saturday 28th

Open Church Café

St Leonard’s Church, Church St 10am - 3pm Free refreshments, craft for kids. All welcome. www.seafordparish.org.uk

Repair Café Seaford

Mercread Centre, Mercread Rd 12 noon Community lunch 1pm - 3.30pm Bring your broken items from home for repair with the help of specialist volunteers. Tea, coffee and cake while you wait for your item to be seen. www.seafordrepaircafe.co.uk

Seaford Community Cinema

Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane 7.30pm Blade Runner (15). Screening in celebration of the life of cinema co-founder David Campbell. Tickets £7, online or from Seaford Tourist Information Centre. In benefit

of the Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund. wwwseafordcinema.org

Sunday 29th Corelli Ensemble

Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road 4pm Operatic gems with tenor Paul Austin Kelly. Includes works by Mozart, Rossini, Gounod, Verdi and Puccini. Tickets £15 adults/£5 children, available from Seaford Tourist Information Centre, 37 Church Street, or online. www.eventbrite.co.uk www.corelliensemble.co.uk

Tuesday 31st Seaford Natural History Society

St Luke’s Church Centre, Walmer Road 2.15pm ‘The Sussex Biodiversity Records Centre’, talk by Claire

Blencowe. Non-members £3. Membership enquiries, email: richardmongar@ btinternet.com www. seafordnaturalhistory.org.uk

Seaford Horticultural Society

St Luke’s Church, Walmer Rd 7pm Members social evening. ‘The Story of Louvain Organic Nursery’, talk by Richard Oakeley. Competition: snowdrops in a vase. www.seafordhorti.com

Coming Up

Friday 3rd February

Seaford Community Cinema

Barn Theatre, Saxon Lane 7.30pm Bullet Train (15). Tickets online or from Seaford Tourist Information Centre. wwwseafordcinema.org

What’s On Weekly?

Arts and Crafts

Drawing Workshops

Paradise Park, Avis Rd, Newhaven BN9 0DH

Last Monday of the month 10am - 12 noon £15 per session. Contact Lesley Harvey: 07722 236741.

East Sussex Moviemakers

St Luke’s Church, Rattle Road, Stone Cross 1st and 3rd Weds of the month, 7pm - 9pm

A friendly club with members assisting those new to film making. Anyone with an interest in watching quality amateur films or helping with the tasks in film making is welcome to join. For details, tel Val MacManus: 07590 904778. www. eastsussexmoviemakers.com

Jewellery & Creative Metal Classes

Seaford

Mon, Tues & Weds 10.15am - 1.15pm £240 per term. Beginners, intermediate and advanced students welcome: Tel Amanda: 01323 873313. Email: amandazoejewellery@ yahoo.com

Knit and Craft

Chyngton Methodist Church, Millberg Rd, Seaford Thursdays 2pm - 4pm

For more details please phone Viola on 01323 890271.

Linocut Printmaking

Hillcrest Centre, Bay Vue Road, Newhaven

Mondays 2pm - 4pm (from 8th October) All equipment provided. Beginners welcome. £10 per session. To book a place, tel: Sally Jennings 07876 666784. Email: jennings.sally@gmail.com

Meridian Lacemakers

Denton Island Community Centre, Newhaven

3rd Saturday of the month 10am - 3.30pm

A friendly group for lacemaking in all its forms. We welcome anyone with an interest in tatting, crochet, knitting or cross-stitch. Bring your own lunch and a mug for tea or coffee. Beginners welcome, first visit free. Tel: Gail Ball 01323 730552.

Pottery Workshop

Brasspoint School of Visual Arts, 84 Sutton Road

Mon: 6pm - 8pm and Thurs: 10am - 12 noon Classes suitable for complete beginners, as well as those looking to develop their skills. 12-week course. www.brasspointsva.com

Robinson House Studio Furniture School

Unit E1 Eastside Business Park, Beach Road, Newhaven Furniture design and makers’ course with Jan, May and Sept intakes, and short courses in woodworking. Tel: 01273 513611 Email: info@marcfish.co.uk

Seaford Afternoon Flower Club

Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road

3rd Thursday of the month (except Jan) 1.30pm - 3.30pm Membership £45 per year, visitors £7.50. Tel: Mary 01323 893899 or Sue 01323 894848.

Seaford Art Club

The Downs Leisure Centre, Sutton Road Fridays 2pm - 4pm

New members always welcome, although we currently have a waiting list. Please note, not suitable for beginners. Further details and a contact form are available on our website: www. seafordartclub.weebly.com

Seaford Evening Flower Club

The Flint Barn (Downs 60+ Club), Sutton Corner, Seaford First Thursday of the month (except August) 7pm

New members very welcome. Tel: 01323 896567.

Seaford Photographic Society

Seaford Constitutional Club, Crouch Lane, Seaford BN25 1PU 1st & 3rd Friday of the month in person, every other Friday online, 7pm for 7.45pm Friendly club for all age groups and abilities. Chat about photography, lectures, talks and competitions. Visit www.seafordps.org and get in touch via the ‘contact’ button.

Wood Creatives

Hillcrest Centre, Bay Vue Road, Newhaven Mon, Tues & Thurs 9.30am - 3.30pm Wednesdays & Fridays, evenings and weekends possible from autumn Beginners and experienced carvers, turners and wood workers of every kind are welcome to our fully-equipped workshop.

Tel: Joe 07768 331038

Email: enquiries@ woodcreatives.co.uk www.woodcreatives.co.uk

Children

Music with Ruth

Chyngton Methodist Church, Millberg Road

Fridays in term-time 9.30am-10am Sensory music 10.15am-10.45am Sing and sign 11am-11.30am Active music

Early years classes. £5 per session per child (£3 for siblings). Book ahead or turn up. Tel: 07854 418770 Email: musicwithruth18@gmail. com

Scallywags

Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road

Fridays in term-time 9.30am-11am Established playgroup for whole pre-school age. Toys, games, songs, refreshments. £1 per parent/carer. Staffed by DBS volunteers. Just turn up!

Seaford Youth Drama Group

Life Church, 12 Steyne Road Mondays 5pm onwards

For children from age 7. With qualified and experienced ex-professional actress/teacher Chris Stanley. Tel: 01323 892023

Streetfunk

Common Room,

2 Old Tree Parade Wednesdays 4pm-5pm (Beginners, 6-8 yrs), 5pm -6pm (Intermediate, 9-13 yrs) Streetdance and Hip Hop dance classes. Email: info@ streetfunk.co.uk www.streetfunk.co.uk

Clubs/ Organisations

Bereaved by Suicide Support: East Sussex

Assistance for those bereaved by suicide. Support is faceto-face, via the telephone or Zoom. Also support groups meeting others who have been through similar experiences. Contact 07542 305419 or email Kellie.leyton@ sussexcommunity.org.uk

Blue Van Veterans’ Breakfast Club

Seaford Town Football Club, The Crouch, Bramber Lane BN25 1TL

Second Sunday of the month 9am - 11am

Cooked breakfast, tea, coffee and soft drinks. £6 per head. WWII veterans free. Tel: 07754 147778 or 01323 890211. email: edafvbc.sf@yahoo.com www.bluevandropin.co.uk.

Bump2Babies

Life Church, Steyne Road Thursdays in term-time 10am-11.30am Welcoming group for mumsto-be and babies 0-16 months to meet other families whilst enjoying tea and cake. www.wavesseaford.org.uk

Fibro, ME,CFS and Long Covid Friendship and Wellbeing Group

Anzac Room, Meridian Centre, Peacehaven

Fourth Tuesday of the month 12 noon - 2pm

For more information, tel Sue: 07799 170820 or Val: 07747 305666.

Greenhavens Network

For more information email: contact@greenhavens.network or Facebook: Greenhavens Network.

Just Friends

The Newhaven Day Club, West Quay, Newhaven

1st & 3rd Monday of the month 10am - 12 noon, 2nd Mon walking group, 4th Mon lunch group

Weekly and monthly social meetings including coffee mornings, walking groups, steam train excursions,

heritage sites, tea parties, wine tasting and lunches. Tel: 01323 725882 www.just-friends.uk

Lip Reading Classes

Sutton Barn Club (previously 60+ Club), Old Flint Barn, Sutton Corner

Tues: 10am (new term starts 10th Jan) Sign language is also included in the lessons. £5 per week. Phone Jayne on 01323 655957 or email: enya1.marsh@gmail. com

Martello Rotary Seaford

For more information email: contact@martellorotary.org.uk or visit www.rotary-ribi.org

National Trust Seaford Association (NTSA)

Seaford Constitutional Club, Crouch Lane

Third Wednesday of the month 2.30pm Talks from Oct to March (no meeting in December), outings from spring to autumn, plus other social and fundraising events. New members (including non-NT members) welcome. For further info tel: 07989 077079, email: membershipntsa@gmail.com www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/nt

Newhaven & District

Model Railway Club

Norton Road, Newhaven

Wednesday: 7.30pm - 10pm A friendly club with tea and a chat. Tel: 07715 993675 Email: newhavendmrc@gmail. com

Newhaven, Peacehaven & Seaford Lions Club

For more information visit www.npslions.co.uk or email: lionpresident@npslions.co.uk. Tel: 0345 8335981.

Facebook: @NPSLions

Parents in Mind Seaford

Are you pregnant or do you have a baby and feel low, anxious, alone? Talk and support, parent to parent.

For information, text/tel Katie: 07712 300733. Email: parentsinmind.es@nct.org.uk continued...

Reading Friends

Seaford Library, 15-17 Sutton Park Road

Thursday: 11.30am - 12.30pm Weekly drop-in for friendship, stories and activities around books and reading. Tel: 0345 6080 196. www.new. eastsussex.gov.uk/libraries

Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes

RAFA Club, Wish Road, Eastbourne

Third Wednesday of the month 8pm Pride of Eastbourne lodge monthly meeting. Tel: Lawrence Steer 07369 254437. Email: lawrence1860@gmail.com

Seaford Bridge Club

St Thomas More Church Hall, 54 Sutton Road

Mon: 1.30pm - 4.30pm Weds: 6.30pm - 9.30pm Online Fri: 7pm - 9.30pm

For more details or to arrange a visit, contact John Gillespie, Club Secretary, tel: 01323 893626, email: gillespiejohn6@ gmail.com, or Pam Pelling, Chair, tel: 07834 833561, email: pampelling@hotmail.com

Seaford Museum and Heritage Society

The Esplanade, Seaford Sat and Sun 11am - 4pm, Weds 2 - 4pm We welcome visitors to our Tardis-like Museum displaying history from the Stone Age to the present day. Tel: 01323 898222. www.seafordmuseum.co.uk Facebook: Seaford Museum.

Seaford Natural History Society

Indoor meetings held at St Luke’s Church, 15 Walmer Road BN25 3TH Tuesday fortnightly 2.15pm

A friendly group of local people with a shared interest in all aspects of wildlife, who have been studying and recording all branches of natural history for over 60 years. New members are always welcome. Membership application form and details of forthcoming meetings: www.seafordnaturalhistory. org.uk

Seaford Rotary

New members welcome. For more information contact via: www.seafordrotary.org.uk/ contact.php

Seaford u3a

For more information about Seaford u3a visit: www. u3asites.org.uk/seaford.

For membership email: seafordu3a@gmail.com including your postal address for a welcome pack.

Seaford Women’s Institute

Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Rd

First Wednesday of the month, 1.30 - 3.30pm Craft & Chat.

Second Wednesday of the month, 2pm Main meeting.

Third Wednesday of the month, 2pm Master Class.

Fourth Wednesday of the month, 1 - 2pm Walking group. Email: seafordwisecretary@ gmail.com

Seahaven Afternoon Trefoil Guild

St Thomas More Church Hall, Sutton Park Road

First Tuesday of the month, 1.45-3.45pm Part of Girlguiding UK. New members welcome. Tel: 01323 894454.

Seahaven Hard of Hearing Club

St James’ Trust, 11 Blatchington Road BN25 2AB

First Friday of the month, 2 - 4pm Guest speakers and other activities, tea, biscuits, raffle. New members always welcome. Tel: 01323 895216 or email: white-c7@sky.com

Sutton Barn Community Club

Old Flint Barn, Sutton Corner Daily, 9am - 4pm

For ages 40+. 12-month membership includes free activities. (Formerly Downs 60+ Club.) Tel: 07813 071590 Email: jamsuttonbarn@gmail. com

Trees for Seaford

For more information visit: www.treesforseaford. wordpress.com/Facebook: treesforseaford or email: treesforseaford@gmail.com

Waves Family Support

8 Church Street

Tues - Thurs 9.30am - 12.30pm Weekly drop-in for parents and children 0-4 years. Tues: toys and art & craft activities; Weds: sensory play; Thurs: play. Tel: 01323 873797 www.wavesseaford.org.uk

Community

Chyngton Methodist Church Millberg Road Sundays, 10.30am

Everyone welcome to join in worship on Sundays. Tel: 01323 891957 www.chyngtonmethodistchurch. co.uk

Coffee Pot

Chyngton Methodist Church, Millberg Road

Thursdays, 10am - 12 noon Weekly coffee morning open to all. Bus 12A stops nearby. Tel: 01323 891957 www.chyngtonmethodistchurch. co.uk

Cross Way Church

Clinton Place BN25 1NP Sundays, 10.30am Everyone welcome to join in worship on Sundays. Tel: 01323 894687 Email: cross waychurchseaford@gmail.com www.crosswaychurchseaford.org

East Dean Village Market

East Dean Village Hall, BN20 0DJ Wednesdays, 10am - 1pm Craft, artisan, food and more stalls, outside and inside. Free parking. Email: mirandabearns@ aol.co.uk Facebook: East Dean Village Market

Free Lunch

St Thomas More Church, Sutton Road

Thursdays, 12.30pm - 5.30pm Free lunch, tea, coffee and biscuits for anyone, regardless of age or circumstances.

Friends of Tide Mills Tide Mills near Seaford and Bishopstone

Third Sunday of the month 9am - 11am Meet at beach end of old village road. Help us care for this special place. Email: brianjimskinner@gmail.com

Indoor Craft & Gift Market

Crossway Church (formerly the Clinton Centre)

Thursdays 10am – 2pm

Local crafts for sale plus café with affordable tea and cake. www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100057586182675

Seaford Allotments

Sutton Drove, Seaford

For more information, contact sec.seaford.allot@gmail.com The waiting list for allotments is closed at present.

Seaford Baptist Church

Belgrave Rd BN25 2EE

Sundays 10.15am

Please join us for our service, also available on YouTube. Tel 01323 896009 for updates on children’s Sunday morning activities.

Seaford Beach Clean Martello Tower and The Buckle end of beach

First Sunday of the month

Gloves, bags and litter pickers provided, BYO bucket. Accompanied children and dogs welcome. Email: plasticfreeseaford.community@ gmail.com

Seaford Community Garden

Crouch Gardens next to the Peace Garden

Weds 9.30am - 12.30pm

Sat 10am - 12 noon (July to Sept only) Garden open, plants and produce for sale. All welcome. www.seaford-sussex.co.uk/scg

Seaford Community Tea Room

Seaford Old Town Hall, Church Street

Mon - Sat 10am - 1pm

New customers welcome to enjoy tea, coffee and cake. We are now open until 1pm on Saturday.

Seaford Environmental Alliance

Climate Hub, 4 Clinton Place

Climate Hub: 9am - 12 noon (Thurs, Fri), 10am - 1pm (Sat)

SEA is working to tackle the climate and ecological emergency. The SEA Community Fridge operates from the Hub to pass on

surplus food and reduce food waste. Email: hello@seafuture. org www.seafuture.org/ the-sea-climate-hub

Seaford NWR (National Women’s Register)

Members’ homes and out and about

Various days

For women who are interested in everything and talk about anything. Details at www.nwr.org.uk or email us at: nwrmemberseaford@ btinternet.com

Seaford Town Market

Church Street

Second & fourth Saturday of the month 10am - 3pm

Local foods, producers, makers, crafts, artisan and much more. Email: mirandamarket73@ yahoo.com

St Leonard’s & St Luke’s

St Leonard’s, Church Sreet; St Luke’s, Walmer Rd

For details of all our services and events, please visit our website. www.seafordparish.org.uk

The Group Social Group

John Harvey Tavern, Bear Yard, Cliff High Street, Lewes

Fourth Thursday of the month, 7pm A social group for unattached men and women over 55 years old. www.thegroup. org.uk

Warm Room

Lounge @ Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Rd

Tues 9am - 12 noon, Weds 9am - 12 noon & 2pm - 5pm

Facility for making hot drinks. Small library and some games available. Toilet facilities. Free wifi.

Music

Concentus Choir

Willingdon Community School, Broad Road, Eastbourne BN20 9QX

Mondays 7.15pm

No need to read music to join this friendly choir – regularly sings in Seaford. Tel: 07920 430162 or 07789 343514. www.concentus-sings.com

Lifesong Creative Arts Club

Seaford Little Theatre, Steyne Road

Various days/times

Children’s music workshops, dance, drumming, art and song workshops for all ages.

For more details visit: www. seaford-choral-society.com

Seaford Choral Society

Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road

Mondays 7.15pm

For more details visit: www. seaford-choral-society.com

Seaford Handbell Ringers

St James’ Trust, 11 Blatchington Road

Wednesdays 10am - 12 noon

For more details tel Margaret Hopkins: 01323 325305. New members very welcome. Wednesdays 1.30pm – 3.30pm

For more details tel Jo Tigg 01323 893878. New members very welcome.

Seaford Musicians

Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road

Fridays 10am - 12 noon until 11th November, restarts 20th Jan 2023 Orchestra open to ALL instruments and ALL abilities, with enjoyment the keynote. For further details, email: pat@ pwhiteseaford.co.uk or tel: 01323 897360.

Seaford Silver Band

Seaford Head School, Steyne Rd Wednesdays 8pm - 10pm

New members welcome, all levels of music. Tel: 07909 913077 www.seafordsilverband.co.uk

Seaford Sings

Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road

Thurs 7.30pm - 9pm

Come and sing a huge range of music, no audition necessary. Have fun and raise money for Cancer Research UK. For information, contact Martin: Tel: 07925 548217

Email: Martinneill139gmail.com

Singing for Fun

Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road

Weds 11am - 12 noon Thurs 7pm - 8pm

For adults of all ages and

abilities. No need to read music. £6 on the door. Tel: 01323 365495 or 07799 818590. Email: sallyann@ crystalclearaudio.co.uk

Sutton Barn Choir

Old Flint Barn, Sutton Corner Wednesdays 10.30am - 11.30am Singers over 40 years age welcome. Pop music 1920s to present day. No need to read music. Membership included in annual Sutton Barn Community Club fee. Tel: 01323 899778 Facebook: Sutton Barn Choir

Sport/Dance/ Health

1-2-1 Yoga, also Reiki and

Sound Healing Therapy

Private treatment room Sessions with a highly dual qualified senior yoga teacher, reiki master and sound healing therapist. Tel: Janet 01273 512306 Email: samtosha4u@btinternet. com

1-2-3 Walks/East Sussex Health Walks

Salts Café, 14 Marine Parade Tuesdays 10am One-hour walk led by trained community volunteers. Free to join, no need to book.

Beachy Head Ramblers Local area

Mostly Wednesdays or Sundays Make new friends and get plenty of exercise. We also have regular social events, walking holidays and weekends away. Email: admin@ beachyheadramblers.com www.beachyheadramblers.com

Beautiful Yoga with Kelly Burns

Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Weds 6.30 - 9.30pm

St James’ Trust Community Centre, 11 Blatchington Road Fridays 9.30 - 10.30am

Full library of recorded classes available to do in your own home. A blend of flowing and still postures to build strength and flexibility. All abilities welcome. Tel: 07828 829965.

Email: contactkellyburns@gmail. com www.facebook.com/ beautifulyogawithkellyburns

Bishopstone Table Tennis Club

Bishopstone Village Hall, behind St Andrew’s Church, Bishopstone Rd, Bishopstone Mon & Fri: 7.30pm

A friendly group pleased to welcome new members. The emphasis is mainly social, although we do enter two teams in the Eastbourne League in winter. Tel: David 01323 891534.

Crouch Bowling Club

Crouch

Gardens, East Street

A friendly bowls club open to all age groups. Bowling outdoors April to September, free coaching available. Indoor short mat bowls and skittles between October and April. Social events throughout the year. Tel: 07736 750126 Email: secbowls@gmail.com www.crouchbowling clubseaford.co.uk

Cycle Seahaven

Various locations

Rides for MTB and road riders of all levels of fitness and experience. For more information visit www.cycleseahaven.org.uk

Freeflowyoga

Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Rd

Mon 6.30pm - 7.45pm Weds 10am - 11.30am, 7.30pm - 8.45pm

Bishopstone Village Hall Thurs 7pm - 8pm

Gentle hatha yoga. Suitable for all ages and abilities. Tel: 07515 961327 Email: Theresesaunders7@aol.com Facebook/Freeflowyoga

Guided Meditations for Wellbeing

Seaford

Mon 10.30am - 12 noon Tues 7pm - 8.30pm

Relaxing and restoring your body and mind. Also available: 1 to 1 meditation, Reiki, Indian head massage. Tel Ann: 07989 294445. continued...

In Balance Yoga

www.in-balance.org.uk

Online – Thurs 10am - 11.15am

WI Claremont Hall, Brooklyn Road

Fri 10am - 11.15am

All abilities/ages welcome. Hatha yoga classes connecting the breath with movement for a mindful practice. Private 1 to 1 yoga and massage. Tel: 07444 549859. Email: inbalancesussex@gmail.com

Linda’s Egyptian Dance Classes

Mercread Youth Centre, Mercread Rd, Seaford Tues: 11.15am - 12.30pm Thurs: 7.15pm - 8.30pm

Classes start Tues 10th January/Thurs 12th January. Tel: Linda 07905 687827

Louise’s Exercise Classes

Mercread Youth Centre, Mercread Rd, Seaford Tues & Thurs: 10am Fitness: high energy dance-style class. 2pm Golden Girls: less energetic dance-style class with music from the 60s and 70s.

Church Hall, Bramber Ave, Peacehaven Weds 2.30pm Golden Girls (see above).

All classes £5 each or £20 for 5. Tel: 07786 425758. johnlouisecave@gmail.com www.louisecavefitness.co.uk

Newhaven Gig Rowing Club

Newhaven Marina, Yacht Harbour BN9 9BY

NGRC is a charity rowing club inclusive to all from the ages of 11 to 75+. If you are interested in learning to row please visit https:// ngrc.co.uk for more info.

NGRC ask that a health questionnaire is completed in advance for safety reasons. Your maiden voyage session is approx. 90 mins. Only £5. Each row after is then £3. For more information email: membership@ngrc.co.uk

Penny’s Yoga

Seaford

Accessible yoga (suits older people), prenatal & post natal yoga, baby yoga, vinyasa flow, restorative and chair yoga. Baby massage. Tel: 07944

416572. Email: penny@ yogaforallherts.com www.yogaforallherts.com

Pilates & Yoga with Karen Hall

Cross Way Church/Clinton Centre, Clinton Place Mon 6pm-7pm Restorative pilates for back care and managing pain conditions

7.15 - 8.30pm Yoga Inspired Seaford Baptist Church,

Belgrave Road

Weds 9.30am - 10.30am Pilates for Every Body 10.45am - 11.30am Introductory Beginner Pilates 11.45am - 12.30pm Chair-based Pilates

Dance Studio, Seaford Head School, Arundel Road Thursdays 6.30pm - 7.30pm Pilates for Every Body

By appointment

Personal tuition and reformer. Tel: 07944 785520. Email: karenmoves@gmail.com www.pilatesstudioseaford.co.uk

Seaford Bowling Club

Chichester Road BN25 2DT

New members welcome to our friendly and inclusive club. Open all year with bowling from April to September and short mat and social activities in the winter. Tel 01323 899845 or 07710 546223. Email: bdnewns@gmail.com. www.seafordbowlingclub.co.uk

Seaford Golf Club

Seaford Golf Club, 111 Firle Rd Tel: Rebecca 01323 892442 Email: events@seafordgolfclub. co.uk www.seafordgolfclub.co.uk

Seaford Head Golf Club

Seaford Head Golf Course, Southdown

Road

Every day, 7am - 5pm Tel: 01323 890139 www. seafordheadgolfcourse.co.uk

Seaford Striders

Running Club

Monday: 7.30pm - 8.30pm Lewes Track. Wednesday: 6.30pm onwards Main club night, start times/ locations vary for different ability groups. A friendly, supportive running club for all running abilities. Email: info@ seafordstriders.org.uk www.seafordstriders.org.uk

Seaford Tennis Club

Belgrave Rd BN25 2HE

Play from 8am - 10pm New member offer, 3 months for only £50! Get fit and play tennis at Seaford Tennis Club. We welcome players of any ability and age. Sign up at www.seafordtennis.com

Seaford Traditional Folk Dance Group

St Peter’s Church Hall, Belgrave Road Wednesdays 10.15am - 12.15pm Gentle exercise for body, mind and chuckle muscles. Visitors/ new members welcome. £4 per week. Contact Nid Barnes: 01323 897315.

Seahaven Yoga

The Chapel Rooms, St Peter’s Church, Belgrave Rd BN25 2HE Tuesdays 10.30am Yoga for over 50’s Seaford Constitutional Club, Crouch Lane, BN25 1PU Saturdays 10am, Thursdays 7pm Gentle traditional yoga, suitable for everyone. Limited places in Thursday class so please contact beforehand. Tel/ text: 07983 622840. Email: seahavenyoga@btinternet.com

Sevalight Hatha Yoga & Relaxation Class

St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd Tuesdays 10am Bishopstone Village Tuesdays 6.30pm

Small group yoga classes for all abilities. Deeply relaxing and healing. Tel: Susannah 07862 263869. Email: susannah@ breathing-spaces.com www.breathing-spaces.com

Seven Sisters Pool Seaford 61 Chyngton Way, BN25 4JE Enjoy our beautiful indoor pool www.sevensisterspool.co.uk

Mon – Sat1-hour private swim sessions for over 18s. Tel: 07788 101765

Mon morning & evening, Thurs evening SLK Aqua Yoga. Gentle water exercise in 40-minute sessions. www.slkaquayoga.co.uk Children & Adult Confidence Building Swimming classes: www.swimskillsschoool.com

Swimming classes for home educated/schooled children

with Happy Frogs Swimming School. Tel Debbie: 07790 369927

Southern Stomp Line Dance Club

Church Hall, Bramber Avenue, Peacehaven

Monday 10am - 12 noon Good Intermediate 12.15 - 1.30pm Good beginners Wednesday 10am - 12 noon Improver/Intermediate 12.15 - 1.30pm Absolute beginners Telscombe Hall, Tyedean Road, Telscombe Cliffs

Tuesday 7.15 - 8.45pm

Improver Plus Tel Joy: 01273 587714. www.southernstomp.com

Swim Skills School

Seven Sisters Pool, 61 Chyngton Way

A unique swimming school with 3 to 1 teaching groups. Learn all the strokes to a high standard with close attention to detail. For more information, tel: 07817 640748. www.swimskillsschool.com

Tai Chi, Kung Fu & KickBoxing

Mercread Youth Centre

Mercread Rd, Seaford

Tues 5.50 - 7pm Family Kung Fu £6 adults, £4 Children

Tues 7 - 8pm Tai Chi £7 per class or £10 both classes

Thurs 12 - 1pm Tai Chi £8 drop in, £7 if paying monthly. Instructor Audra Marshall. For kickboxing and more info Tel: 07971 296698 Email: audramarshall@icloud.com

Yin

Yoga with Jacqui

St James’ Trust, Blatchington Rd, Seaford and online

Thurs 9.30am - 10.45am

In person and online. Small in person class, booking essential. Email: jacqui.johnston@hotmail. co.uk. Tel: 07816 154644.

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South Coast Homestays 50 Accountants & Bookkeeping

Mad About Tax 41

Shoreline Accountants 41

Swindells Chartered Accountants 10 Arborist/Tree Surgeon

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R W Green Ltd 110

Sussex Treefella Ltd 108

The Green Escape Gardening 111 Tree Wizard 109 Architects

Challinor Hall Ltd 97 Arts/Crafts/Exhibitions

Gallery Uno 19

Lesley Harvey 19 Bathroom/Bedroom/ Supplies/Fitting

A S Home Refurbishments 74

Brewster & Sons 93

Builders Club 99/128-131

Claremont Interiors 70

HPS Newhaven 73

Jai Scudder Ltd 94

Maiden Maintenance 85

Morgan Plumbing & Bathrooms 95

P G Renovations & Construction 100

STC 69

Beauty & Massage

Absolute Beauty 56

Ageless by Nikki 57 Blinds/Curtains

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G F Sinclair 79 Room 78 Seahaven Blinds 76

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A S Home Refurbishments 74

Builders Club 99/128-131

Evenden Roofing 103 NF Construction & Driveways 99

P G Renovations & Construction 100

Richley Contractors 100

Robert Martin Roofing Services 103

Seaford Driveways 113

S R Davis & Sons 82

Stewart Brickwork 98

Technique Roofing 102 Your Construction Shop 66/67 Care Homes & Sheltered Housing

Abbeyfield House 32

Clifden House 33

Nova House 32

Rivendale Lodge 32

Carpentry/Joinery

A S Home Refurbishments 74

JDC’s Handyman & Decorating 84

P G Renovations & Construction 100

PWS Carpentry Services 75 Richley Contractors 100

Car Sales/Repairs/Services

Solo ABC 105

Charities

Seeability 55

Cleaning Services

Chores and More 26

Excel Carpet Care 26

JDC’s Handyman & Decorating 84

John’s Cleaning Services 27

Nick West Window Cleaner 27

Oven Gleamers 26

Seaford Gutter & Roof Cleaning 27

Seahaven Handyman Services 85

Cinemas

Seaford Community Cinema 20/62

Clubs & Organisations

Beachy Head Ramblers 43

Computer Supplies/Services

SBG Computers 41

Conservatories

Solid Conservatory Roofs Ltd 13

Sussex Trade Windows 11

Sussex Windows and Doors 2

More Space Solutions 97

Tops Conservatories & Garden Buildings 97

Curtains

G F Sinclair 79 Room 78

Distilleries

Harley House 61

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G&N Garage Doors 75

South East Garage Doors 75

Sussex Windows and Doors 2

Electricians & Suppliers

Allcott-Wells Electrical Ltd 91

Geering Electrical 90

Griffin Electrical 89

J Kirby Electrical Ltd 88

J K Pope & Sons Ltd 89

M Hughes Electrical 88

Newton Electrical 91

PES Power Electric Services 5 Westview Electrical 91

Estate/Letting Agents

Eightfold Property 36 Newberry Tully 37

Rowland Gorringe 132

Fabrics/Haberdashery Room 78

Fairs/Bazaars/Markets

Michaela’s Market Place 25

Fencing

Fullers Fencing 105

R W Green Ltd 110

Suttons Groundcare 116

Wynnes & Seaford Fencing 104

Flooring/Fitting

A S Home Refurbishments 74

Ideal Flooring 15

James Lawrence Flooring 78

Richley Contractors 100

V R Flowers & Son 9

Furniture

V R Flowers & Son 9

Seaford Second Hand Furnishings 64

Gardening/Landscaping

Briar Rose 118

Hollywood Tree Surgery Ltd 108

Horizon Landscapes 107/117

K P Landscapes 119

Lime Landscapes Ltd 115

N F Construction & Driveways 99

P G Renovations & Construction 100

R W Green Ltd 110

Seahaven Handyman Services 85

Suttons Groundcare 116

The Green Escape Gardening 111

The Shed Man 118

Tops Conservatories & Garden

Buildings 97

Treefella Gardening 116

Tree Wizard 109

Gas/Heating/Plumbing

Amethyst Plumbing & Heating 93

Brewster & Sons 93

Chris Dowling Heating & Plumbing 92

D Egan Gas Services 92

Jai Scudder Ltd 94

Morgan Plumbing & Bathrooms 95

N M Plumbing & Heating Ltd 92

Perameter Plumbing 92

R B Plumbing & Heating 96

Willis Heating Ltd 96

Gifts/Gift Shops

Flowers and Pots Boutique 81 Room 78

The Re-Inflatables 24

Glazing/Windows

Just Like New 77

SRC Double Glazing & Repairs 5

Sussex Trade Windows 11

Sussex Windows and Doors 2

Hairdressers/Barbers

Short Cuts 59

Handy Person Services

1st Rate Handyman Services 87

Handy Manda 85

JDC’s Handyman & Decorating 84 Maiden Maintenance 85

Peter Vulovic Handyman Services 83

Seahaven Handyman Services 85 Health & Wellbeing

Acorn Chiropody & Podiatry 48

Biodynamic Cranial Osteopath 48

Chiropodist/Podiatrist - Rita 48

Lynne Mendelsohn Counsellor 53

Nutritional Therapist 48

Seaford Podiatry & Chiropody 49

Seaford Tapping & Reiki 51

Seaford Osteopathic Clinic 47

Sussex Eyecare 51

Sussex Podiatrists 49

The Ear Clear Group Ltd 57

The House 52

Home Help/Care

Andrew White 34

Angel Approved 42 Chores and More 26

Homes Care Ltd 35

Jewellers

Marks 65

Kitchen Design/Supply/ Installation

A S Home Refurbishments 74

Builders Club 99/128-131

Claremont Interiors 70 P G Renovations & Construction 100 STC 69

Locksmiths & Key Cutting

Andy Anderson & Son 77/101

Lee’s Locks 72

Mortgage Advice

Premier Independent Services 16/17

Mobility Aids

Clearwell Mobility 31 MP’s Surgery

Maria Caulfield MP 23

Museums/Galleries

Gallery Uno 19

Seaford Museum 20

Music

Music with Ruth 21

Neal Richardson’s Splash Point Jazz 8

Piano Tuning – Clive Benson 24

Singing for Fun 21

Opticians

Sussex Eyecare 51

Painters/Decorating

Adam Burgess Painter/Decorator 82

AWK Decorating Services 83

Builders Club 99/128-131

Brush Strokes Ltd 82 Decorum 83

JDC’s Handyman & Decorating 84

Maiden Maintenance 85

Peter Vulovic Handyman Services 83

S R Davis & Sons 82

Paving/Pointing/Stone Work

Horizon Landscapes 107/117

N F Construction & Driveways 99

Seaford Driveways 113

Stewart Brickwork 98

Pest Control

R S Aerials of Seaford 101

Pets, Supplies & Services

Cats Protection 30 Patter Paws 28

Seaford Pet Home Delivery Service 29 Vets2Home 29

Plastering

Builders Club 99/128-131

Jai Scudder Ltd 94

JDC’s Handyman & Decorating 84

Plumbing Services see Gas

Property Management

Sanders Property Management 39

Recycling/Waste Removal

Greenacre Recycling 106

Horizon Landscapes 107/117

Suttons Groundcare 116

Removals & Storage

Britannia Beckwith 39/40

Restaurants/Café/Public Houses/Take-Aways*/Food

Ollivers Restaurant 59

The Viceroy* 59

The View 58

Roofing Services

Evenden Roofing 103

More Space Solutions 97

Robert Martin Roofing Services 103 Technique Roofing 102

Security Systems

SAS 14 Solar Installation

Newton Electrical 91

Solicitors

Barwells 54

Sport, Dance & Exercise

Beachy Head Ramblers 43

Gingerfit 44

Personal Exercise Instructor 43

Seahaven Yoga 45

Swim Skills 45

Swim Squidz 45

Whitt-Fit Training 44 Storage

Britannia Beckwith Self Storage 40

Tattoo Removal

Absolute Beauty 56

Taxis/Chauffeur Service

JTS Taxis 63

Kingfisher Chauffeur Services 63

Martello Taxis 63

Tiles & Tiling Services

Jai Scudder Ltd 94

Maiden Maintenance 85

Peter Vulovic Handyman Services 83

Theatres

LYT & Play on Shakespeare 21

Meeching Amateur Dramatics 19

Town Councils

Newhaven Town Council 23

TV/Satellite Services

1st Rate Aerials & Satellites 87

LTV Aerials & Satellites 86

R S Aerials of Seaford 87

Seaford Television 86

Teleview 86

Upholstery

G F Sinclair 79

Room 78

Wanted Items

Create Records 64

Pre-loved, Un-used Hi-fi 64

Window Cleaning

John’s Cleaning Services 27

Nick West Window Cleaner 27