Seaford Scene June 2021

SEAFORD Scene June 2021 Issue 170

Your Community Magazine, Business Directory and What’s On Guide

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Seaford Music Society Neighbourhood Watch Roundup

Seaford CARES Update

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Welcome...

to the June issue of Seaford Scene.

Finally it really feels like we’re getting back to normal with more restrictions lifted ,and by the time you read this you’ll be able to meet up with others in your home and many more outside. Hospitality should be up and running including entertainment such as cinemas, museums and children’s play areas, plus theatres and gyms. Hotels and B&Bs will be open, and travel to some countries is possible. Above all, we can choose to hug friends and family – however, we must be cautious as this remains a way of transmitting COVID-19. On this more positive note, as you browse through the pages of this issue, you will see that things are getting back on track in Seaford. We have news from Seaford Tennis Club on page 16, and gardens will be open and raising funds for charity this year, see page 73. Seaford Music Society is performing live this month (page 23) and there are a variety of exhibitions on at the Crypt Gallery (page 20). It’s World Refill Day on the 16th (page 76), and with environmental issues in mind, we have articles from Seaford CARES (page 108), Trees for Seaford (page 51) and Greenhavens Network (pages 64 and 115), plus updates from Seaford Community Garden (page 71) and A View from the Potting Shed (page 68). Find out what Cradle Hill Primary School has been up to on page 36, and check out what’s happening on Seaford Beach and Seafront, pages 5, 81 and 98. Let’s celebrate the summer solstice on the 21st and, all being well, the easing of more restrictions! Enjoy your June!

Fran Tegg. Editor

Let’s relax in June

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5 West View Beach Huts are Back!

6 Seaford Volunteer Emergency Team 8 Newhaven Country Market 10 Seaford Photographic Society 13 Reduce Single-use Plastic in Seaford 16 Seaford and Blatchington Tennis Club 20 Crypt Gallery 23 Seaford Music Society 26 Colour Wave 2021 32 The Green Fuse 36 Cradle Hill Primary School Health and Fitness Event 40 Who’s Who in Seaford?

43 St Peter’s Church 45 What’s What in Seaford Museum?

46 Sussex Wildlife Trust 51 Trees for Seaford 52 Clifden House 54 Seaford Afternoon Flower Club 56 Newberry Tully Estate Agents 58 Martello Rotary Seaford 61 Britannia Beckwith’s New Self-storage Facility 62 Neighbourhood Watch Roundup 64 Love Your Wild Verge? Love your Wild Front Garden?

68 A View from the Potting Shed 71 Seaford Community Garden 73 Driftwood Garden Opening Again 76 World Refill Day 81 Seaford Beach Gets a Makeover!

88 Seaford Rotary 92 Anyone for Bridge?

96 East Sussex Charity Boost for the Homeless 98 Seaford Seafront Doggie Dos and Don’ts 103 Seaford Inner Wheel 108 Seaford Cares Update 111 Seaford u3a News 115 Calling Gardening and Wildlife Enthusiasts 120 What’s On in June?

122 Index of Businesses Front cover photo by davidmartyn©

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West View Beach Huts are back!

Seaford Town Council welcomes bookings for the West View Beach huts With the days lengthening and the evenings getting lighter, it’s clear that summer is just around the corner – and what better way to while away a summer’s day than spending it at the great British seaside?

Seaford Town Council is delighted to announce that the West View Beach Huts will be available to hire from 7th May until 30th September 2021.

The eight purpose-built beach huts, two of which are fully accessible, are in a prime location on Seaford’s promenade and situated close to Frankie’s Beach Café with lovely views out across Seaford Bay. Equipped with a table and chairs, these lovely beach huts are perfect for a day at the beach, enjoying a picnic and watching the children having fun at the seaside.

To comply with Covid cleaning regulations West View Beach Huts are available on a weekly basis only and are booking up fast! During May and June, the weekly hire cost is £125. During the high season of July, August and September the weekly hire cost is £150 for the week.

We’re pleased to be back providing the full Seaford Town 120 Service. The circular route runs every 30 minutes (except for driver breaks). 5½ days per week and covers Morrisons, Marine Parade (Edinburgh Road), Hawth Hill/ Crescent, Hurdis Road, Clementine Avenue, Beacon Road, Station Approach, Morrisons.

On Sundays we run service 26 linking Seaford to Eastbourne via Alfriston; and the circular service 47 Cuckmere Valley Ramblerbus.

The usual pre-covid timetables now apply to all services.

Concessionary fares accepted.

Owing to current regulations we can only carry limited numbers on our buses. Please bear with us.

We are grateful to the Town Council for their ongoing support.

For timetables and other information about us, please visit:

cuckmerebuses.org.uk or call us on:

07802 305155 or 01323 870920

You can book the West View Beach Huts by contacting the Seaford Tourist Information Centre, 37 Church Street, Seaford, BN25 1HG, 01323 897426. Card and cash payments are accepted.

Don’t miss out! To find out further information visit www.seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk/west-view-beach-huts/

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What an Achievement! By Seaford Volunteer Emergency Team (SVET) We’re overwhelmed and delighted to have been awarded the Mayor’s Award for Health and Well Being 2020/1. This is an award and achievement for each and every volunteer who helped set up the service, kept it going and helped our community in so many ways.

Congratulations and well done to you all!

As many of you will know, Seaford Volunteer Emergency Team was rapidly set up in March 2020 in response to the Covid crisis and Lockdown. The service provided a telephone helpline to connect our vulnerable residents with volunteers who could help with shopping and prescriptions. Although we must confess to helping with a few other different calls for support, which we rose to the challenge on.

This team involved over 200 volunteers and a network of community support pulling together for a common aim. From individual members of the community, through to the Rotary clubs, Town and District Councils, and local Churches who provided physical or financial support. What we have achieved for our lovely town of Seaford would not have been possible without all of you who stood up, stepped out or stayed at home to protect the health and well being of the town during the Covid lockdowns. THANK YOU ALL. As we’ve been wrapping things up, we’ve reflected on the achievements made between March and December 2020: l Created a team of over 200 volunteers. l Provided volunteers with PPE. l 11,000 leaflets delivered to every household in the Seaford area. l Set up and manned a telephone helpline. l Set up a bespoke database system to enable more efficient despatch of tasks. l Completed more than 2,808 total tasks (averaging approximately 10 tasks per day, for every day of activity). l Implemented a team structure and management committee with governance and policies in place. l Continually refined/revised our service as the situation kept changing. l Became members of the National Council

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for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) to support our activities. l Left a legacy in place for the volunteer team structure, framework and resources for the future.

We’re also very proud of how our town set up more services to handle people’s needs, and we used the service to help promote these and enable our callers to become more confident, independent and selfsufficient. When we were confident we were no longer needed, we closed the helpline from 1st January 2021, keeping a watchful eye over the most recent lockdown.

Since this time, we’ve wound up our service, sorted our admin and put our finances in check. Any remaining funds received from individual donations on our GoFundMe campaign have been retained alongside some other resources, and our team governance, in readiness for a future emergency/purpose. All this infrastructure will enable us to jump into action again quickly should the need arise. Although, of course, we all hope that this is not needed for some time!

We’ll continue to keep our Facebook page active.

We’d like to keep in contact with our network of volunteers and supporters, and continue to provide our community with useful information.

The motto of Seaford is often quoted as ‘In the Wind Strength’, yet the essence of that strength is in the town’s community. As we all look back on what’s been achieved together this has been a vibrant, energetic, passionate, and caring team from the very start, working together, using each other’s individual strengths and skills. It ends in a greater sense of community and stronger friendships. The measure of what’s achieved is in the voices and words of those we helped and those who volunteered.

To everyone who came together and supported this great team effort – no matter how big or small – we thank you and hope you’re as proud as us in what we were able to do for our great town.

Sarah McStravick (SVET Chair) and the rest of the SVET Team.

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HOORAY! – NEWHAVEN COUNTRY MARKET AT THE HILLCREST CENTRE We are pleased to announce that the market recommenced trading on Thursday 20th May 2021 from 10am

There will be the usual wide range of stalls including sweet and savoury freshly baked goods, Indian food and spices, jams and preserves. Textile crafts are well represented with sewn goods and hand-knitted items such as socks, hats, scarves, gloves, children’s clothes and lots more. Jewellery, handmade cards, gift bags, mosaics, candles and plants are also available.

Supporting the Country Market by buying direct from

the producers helps to reduce food miles and benefits the local community. Come and see us, you’ll be very welcome!

Hopefully the Market will be open every Thursday (covid permitting) from 10am and 12.30pm in the Hillcrest Community Centre (formerly the Old Boys’ School), Bay Vue Road, BN9 9LH. The premises offer free parking, disabled access and toilets. The Hillcrest Café is well known for its very good food, cooked fresh daily on site. (Due to covid, the café hours may vary.)

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The lockdown has seemed endless. However, we are now able to trade again. There will be social distancing restrictions in place. We look forward to seeing you again. Market members have been very busy during Lockdown and there will be some exciting new merchandise available to purchase.

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Seaford Photographic Society For our first meeting after the Easter break we were privileged to have a lecture by Chris Weston, one of the world’s most influential wildlife photographers. This was an inspiring talk and he gave us all a lot to think about on how we go about creating our photographs.

His view is that it’s not about capturing what you see; it’s about capturing what you are feeling. The best subjects are therefore ones that you feel passionate about, so you will bring something personal to your photographs. With his wildlife photography he will often spend a day or two in the area without a camera, just watching his subjects’ behaviour. He will then work out the shot he wants and plan in advance how to achieve it.

The penultimate round of the second PDI league competition was judged by Bob Webzell ARPS EFIAP from Rottingdean and there were over 60 entries to get through. Well done in particular to David Nickalls, Anna-Marie Armstrong, Simon Rigby, Liz Fitzsimons, Kevin Smoker, Chris Dawson and Colin Mitchell, whose images all received high scores.

The following week we had another lecture, this time on ‘Photographing the Night Sky’ by Pete Colley. This is quite a specialist subject and not for everyone, but Pete certainly knew his stuff and the talk included a lot of technical information. It covered a wide range of techniques from how to get better images of the moon and Milky Way with an ordinary camera, right up to photographing galaxies and nebulae with a star-tracking camera mount and stacking software.

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In late April we organised a socially distanced photo meet-up at Tide Mills. We had a good turnout and it was nice to meet some of our newer members in person for the first time. You can see some of the photos we took on the club’s Facebook page.

Going into the final round of the second PDI league there was everything to play for as the top scores were all very close. In the Standard group Anna-Marie’s two 20-scoring images were sufficient for her to get first place with an unassailable 100 points, the maximum possible.

Simon Rigby was second with 95, and Liz Fitzsimons and David Nickalls joint third with 93. It was good to see some of our newer members doing so well.

In the Advanced group, Simon Watkins just grabbed the first place from Colin Mitchell, with a total score of 98 to Colin’s 97. Chris Dawson’s two 18s and a 19 were just enough for him to catch Janice Hewitt, giving them both joint 3rd place with 95 points. Exciting stuff and a fun evening.

The KCPA exhibition will be going ahead this year, but only for digital images, not prints. There will be a virtual slideshow on YouTube rather than the usual exhibition at the gallery in Faversham. Several SPS members have entered images and we will see whether any of them get accepted. As usual, detais will be posted on our website www.seafordps.org.

Photos from top: Painting the Pachyderm by Kevin Smoker; Milky Way Over Namibia by Colin Mitchell; Beauty by Design by David Nickalls; Sedge Warbler with Azure Damsel Fly by Simon Watkins; Sand Mountains by Liz Fitzsimons.

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Seaford welcomes four new water refill stations across the town Seaford is an incredible place to live in or visit, enjoying amazing scenery, access to several beautiful beaches, the South Downs National Park, and a fabulous town centre with eateries, shops and galleries to peruse.

Seaford Town Council has been working hard to look after the town and surrounding nature for many years to come by reducing the use of single-use plastic with the introduction of several new water refill stations.

After the successful launch of Seaford’s first water refill station in The Salts Recreation Ground, Seaford, in September 2019, Seaford Town Council and its Young Mayor of 2019-2020 James Jenkins, have raised funds and installed four new water refill stations throughout the town. James Jenkins did an amazing job of raising funds for the water refill station at Place Lane in Seaford Town Centre, and Seaford Town Council have worked hard to secure funds in partnership with Lewes District Council for the installation of several other water refill stations which are located by the Martello Toilets, Frankie’s Café, and Bonningstedt Promenade beach huts. These stations will give members of the public access to fresh, free drinking water and help reduce the consumption of single-use plastic in the town.

are delighted it has taken off so well in Seaford and more people can now enjoy some of the 14 million litres of tap water we clean and distribute to the town every day, when out and about. It’s great to see Seaford’s Young Mayor James lead the fundraising and for the whole community to get behind the project, especially given the tough year we have had. We have a dedicated team of environmental experts who work with communities across the region to protect at source the quality of the water we all need and schemes like Refill go a long way in helping us do just that. Well done Seaford and we all hope the latest Refill is a roaring success.’

Tom Webster, Chair of Seaford Town Football Club said,’It’s a delight to be able to support Seaford Town Council in their efforts to reduce single-use plastic usage in the town and bring fresh clean drinking water to residents and visitors. At Seaford Town Football Club we actively encourage our players to stay hydrated and understand the importance of hydration for a healthy mind and body.’

A spokesperson for Refill Seaford and Newhaven, said, ‘After 3 years of campaigning and support from STC, LDC and sponsors we are absolutely delighted to see the installation of what is now a network of waterpoints in Seaford. We really hope these can be added to in the future so that we can reduce the scourge of empty plastic bottles which are discarded all over our town and beauty spots. Being able to Refill on the go will enable residents and tourists to show how much they care for our environment. Thank you to everyone who has made this possible.’

In order to secure the future success of the water refill stations, they are sponsored by local businesses and organisations to ensure they are maintained and looked after for many years to come. Seaford Town Council would like to thank the sponsors who are South East Water, Plastic Free Seaford and Tom Webster on behalf of Seaford Town Football Club.

Claire Sumners, the Lead of Plastic Free Seaford said: ‘Plastic Free Seaford is thrilled to have been able to sponsor a Refill station. Public water fountains were a part of life but their appeal became outdated when companies and supermarkets started to push bottled water as more appealing and healthier. Cue 2021 and we all know the dangerous threat single-use plastic bottled water has on the planet. We are ever hopeful that every member of the Seaford community will see the Refill stations as theirs to use and inherently environmentally-friendly.’

Emma Goddard, Head of Environment at South East Water, said: ‘We’ve been champions of the brilliant work of the Refill campaign for a very long time so we

Please help make a difference and bring your reusable bottle for a free refill next time you visit Seaford Town, The Salts or the beach.

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Seaford and Blatchington Tennis Club

Return to play

We’ve all had a heck of a year, some dealing with more than others – but all having our mental and physical health tested. For some Lockdown has provided an opportunity for reflection, and to prioritise what’s important to them; be that family, health and enjoying the simple pleasures such as being outdoors in nature.

Tennis has returned for our members and we’ve seen the rusty and the energetic return, happy to be back enjoying the sport they love, coupled with the oncourt interaction with others. It’s a social sport, we’ve seven outdoor courts, and it’s amazing for fitness.

At Seaford Tennis Club we’ve measures in place around the club to keep hygiene and social distancing in check, but we’re open. We have coaching, team match practice, social weekend events, box leagues and more. Most sessions are more popular than ever, and with depth at all levels, new members and families are soon made part of the club and have others to join in with if they so wish.

Future Federers

27 new Juniors have signed up for our LTA endorsed Kick Starter 6-week course. A great initiative where for just £34.99 4-11 year olds, new to tennis, gain a racket, t-shirt and expert coaching for six weeks. If they like it, they can consider membership – what better way to sample a sport, discover your talent, and develop a lifetime passion?

Team Talk

Sussex Leagues are up and running, and whilst we’ve only played one match across our 5 men’s and 3 ladies teams – we’re boasting a 100% win ratio. Even better, it was against our noisy neighbours the other side of the Seven Sisters. Mondays and Wednesdays see squad players leisurely put through their paces as we prepare for the summer ahead and future bragging rights.

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Our weekend social from 2pm is open for members to come down and mix in. A gentle hit for all-ability

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levels, with further sessions in the week for all different age groups.

We’re firm believers that you’re never too old or too new to the game to get started. Inclusive, enjoyable, and with teas and cake thrown in for good measure – we’re keeping our much-loved club traditions alive.

How much you mix in is totally up to you – with plenty of courts and club activity, you’ll be able to gain court time with friends or join and make many more.

Coaching Core

Whilst a members’ club, we know we offer a community service. We’re so pleased to have Matt Gollege guiding our coaching team meaning we’re able to support from novice to performance level – a gentle giant, he’ll get your game on the right track from the get go. New members and starter classes ensure whatever your level, you can develop and learn.

We’ll also be proactively talking to the schools across Seaford to see where we can support tennis provision as an active part of their curriculum.

Members make us

We’re the sum of our parts. We’re a happy merry band of vastly arraying abilities; we share one thing – an enjoyment of the game. If chasing a yellow furry ball, swinging a racket with a smile on your face, learning new skills, finding your new feelgood, or connecting with your family over a new common interest sounds like a summer you can get onboard with, then why not try before you buy? Come down to our open day on Sunday 4th July 2021, or contact us for more information at www.seafordtennis.com.

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SESSIONS

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2021

The Summer Launch Party One With ‘GrooveZoo’, an eight-piece party band, a delicious farmhouse BBQ we predict this is going to be the best party to kick off the Summer season. It’s been a while!

Sun 4th July

The Independence Day Jazz Brunch One

Sun 22nd Aug

The Choir and Cocktails One

Sun 29th Aug

The Neal Richardson Trio perform while you enjoy a glass of bubbles and a delicious home-made brunch from the Farmhouse Kitchen served to your table.

Presenting Archway Choirs in their first performance since Lockdown!

Come and celebrate with them as they perform a selection of their best songs.

The Balearic Sunset One

Join the Never Mind The Balearics DJs for a Balearic chill-out sunset experience akin to Hostal La Toree & Café Del Mar. Price of entry includes a delicious BBQ – spend your bank holiday Sunday in the Sun.

£30 7-12am

£25 11-2pm

£10 5-7pm

£20 5-10pm

Vegan Options available Full Bar at all events Saltmarsh Farmhouse Seven Sisters Country Park, East Dean Rd, Seaford BN25 4AD

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C RY P T GALLERY It’s so good to be back

Art, craft, making, upcycling, fiddling about with some old paints found in the back of a cupboard; whatever you want to call it, loads of people have either found or developed their creative side this past year or so, though some, it must be acknowledged, have found it difficult to focus or just ended up sticking their fingers together. But what nobody has been able to do is suck up inspiration from, or just be transported away from the daily grind by, real, in the flesh, exhibitions. So for everyone at The Crypt it’s wonderful to be up and running again and extremely happy to invite everyone to our programme of shows over the coming months.

From 3rd to 9th June we welcome back Colour Wave, an eclectic collection of work by Seaford artists using different media to showcase their skills. This will be the fourth annual Colour Wave exhibition at The Crypt which reflects the success the collective has had with its previous shows.

Sandra Chessum, a local painter and part of the Last Minute Artists Group in Seaford, will be displaying her work in our windows from 11th to 25th June, so stroll past and take a look.

And finally for this month, Katy Oxborrow will be exhibiting her work from 26th June to 3rd July. Katy builds up her work using paint combined with layers of collage, mark making, text and other mixed media to create evocative canvases which reflect her response to the world around her.

The Crypt, like everywhere else, will still have to comply with Covid regulations, so please wear your masks and follow the arrows around the gallery. You

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can always go round the circuit twice or more times to revisit favourite pieces!

The June Crypt Challenge What is this thing about superheroes? Yes, they can fly through the air, swivel their necks, arms, legs and other parts of their anatomy 360º whilst kick boxing their bitter enemy to the ground or even change shape, and all whilst wearing a strange skin-tight and weirdly colourful outfit, but do they do anything really useful?

OK, they have occasionally been known to save the world from some equally strange evil-doer or to snatch a child from the jaws of certain death in a totally unrealistic situation, but can they make an interesting dinner night after night for a family of picky eaters? No! Do they swoop down to write history GCSE essays, compress all the world’s rubbish into a one centimetresquare cube or use their superhero lungs to blow malaria-carrying mosquitoes into outer space? No they don’t.

How many times have you wished that someone or something would just appear from nowhere and sort out a particularly difficult world or personal problem? So this is where The Crypt’s June Challenge comes into its own and saves the world, or at least some people you know. What we want this month is a representation, either two-dimensional or three dimensional, of your fictional superhero and his/her/ its powers. What would they do, what would they look like, what are they called?

The challenge, as always, is divided into two age groups, children and old(er) people, with a prize for each age group. The closing date is Friday June 25th.

Please send us a picture of your entries via email to cryptbookings3@gmail.com before then. If you’ve made a sculpture you could send us a short 360° video. If you haven’t got email, then just pop your entry – or photos of your sculpture – into our letterbox at 23 Church Street, Seaford. Winner or not, we will publish all your entries on our website, thecryptgallery.com, and our social media.

Image by Katy Oxborrow

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Seaford Music Society This last year has inevitably meant that Seaford Music Society has been unable to present its usual concert season. In the anticipation that we will all soon see a return to some kind of normality, an exciting season of concerts for 2021/22 will be announced in June.

Meanwhile we are presenting two pairs of short concerts at Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road BN25 2EE in June and July, with socially distanced seating and all prevailing precautions taken, to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for our audience.

In the first concerts, on 6th June at 3pm and repeated at 6pm, Sebastian Comberti, cello, and Maggie Cole, piano, will present a programme featuring works by Beethoven: Sonata in A and Variations, David Popper: Romance, and Schumann: the ‘5 Pieces in Folk Style’.

In addition, we will be remembering local composer Kenneth V. Jones, who sadly died last year at the age of 96, with his ‘2 Contrasts’ for solo cello.

The concerts will last just over 60 minutes and tickets need to be booked in advance from the Treasurer treasurer@seafordmusicsociety.com or on 01323 491601.

Full details of the programme and ticket availability can be found at www.seafordmusicsociety.com.

Further concerts, given by London Mozart Players Chamber Ensemble will take place on 11th July. We look forward to welcoming audiences old and new.

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Lynn and Linda are looking forward to presenting a collaboration of their work with a ‘Colour Full’ Display.

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Colour Wave at The Crypt Gallery, Seaford is free to enter and there is a car park to the rear (free on Sundays). Numbers entering the gallery at any one time will be restricted. Visitors are expected to comply with the latest government advice regarding face coverings.

Thursday 3rd June: 1 – 5pm Friday 4th to Wednesday 9th: 10am – 5pm

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The Green Fuse A book by botanist Hilary Miflin explores her journey from science to its subtitle ‘Our Deep Connection with the Power of Plants’ Hilary Miflin, who can often be seen tending the Beach Garden, until recently split her time between Seaford and her alpine home in France in the aptly named Vallée d’Abondance. There she developed over 20 years a burgeoning garden that took advantage of south-facing mountain slopes to produce herbal products from lavenders, Melissa (lemon balm), roses, Calendula (marigolds), rosemary and many others.

The Green Fuse, which she wrote over seven years, not only explains her energetic, explorative and patient approach to gardening, but describes the personal journey she took to empowerment through plants.

What all started with endeavouring to heal her inner self after cancer treatment continued with her realisation that known science only goes so far in our understanding of nature and that now is the time, more than any other, to turn to the plant kingdom to heal not only ourselves but our relationship with our planet.

When Hilary and husband Ben were working with Swiss pharmaceutical companies, they bought the house in 1987, gradually replanting where necessary and learning that the old native varieties did much better in the alpine climate than most UK ones. While transforming house and garden in the early years Hilary was treated for breast cancer. The surgery went well but, feeling unhealed in herself, she was told about the Breuss Diet, a 40-day fast which allowed only herbal teas, beetroot juice, clear onion soup and, halfway in, the addition of a daily half grapefruit. This was the turning point. By day 13 she was starting to feel wellbeing, physical energy, elation and light-heartedness.

By day 18 she re-read scientific papers relating to cancer and burned them as no longer relevant.

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With the completion of the diet regime Hilary freelanced from La Vallée d’Abondance, began quilt making and reading Jung, remembering how to remember her dreams. She also embarked on a herbal medicine course and decided to create a herb garden on her mountainside and to find someone who could lead her into Jung’s work and understand what she calls monumental changes that occurred to her while on the Breuss Diet.

In 1993 a new position for Ben found them based in London where Hilary found a Jungian analyst close to Kew Gardens in which she would chew over what they had discussed. The lynchpin was volunteering at the Chelsea Physic Garden where she transcribed their 7000 handwritten plant record cards onto a database.

Inspired by this garden, she started developing her French one into a herbal heaven, planting her herbs into glistening and vital black soil Continuing the herbal medicine course, she soon found herself at odds with their teaching. While she was looking for a way towards holistic healing; they were pursuing an increasingingly scientific approach. ‘I was a sceptic. The course lacked the dimension of a deep appreciation of nature.’ she told me. ‘There are too many people on the planet and we should be looking for natural remedies and green technology to find a solution. With creativity and imagination, if we go in the right direction we can make choices that can be very much in tune with nature’.

So she switched to a ‘greener’ diploma course in aromatherapy, learning about essential oils and growing the herbs in France. She designed a still with the help of two experts, and found two markets in the UK which bought everything she produced.

The house and garden in France are now sold and Hilary and Ben, who left London and eventually settled in Seaford 13 years ago, are permanently back in town.

‘We love it here. Lockdown has made us realise what we have, the sea and the Downs. When we realised we were focusing on Seaford, we decided to make that transition.’

All who want to work towards a continued future for our wonderful world should read this book.

Andrea Hargreaves The Green Fuse is available from www.troubador.co.uk for £15.99

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Cradle Hill Community Primary School health and fitness event Cradle Hill has started working with a number of sports clubs to offer their children sports places over the whole of the school holidays. They launched this over the Easter Holiday period starting with a two-day football camp with John Robinson Soccer UK. This was attended by primary school children of all playing abilities, and helped improve their development, fitness and team building. The coaching was provided by John Robinson himself, who was assisted by Seaford Head sixth form sports students. After two days of many varied

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activities, there was an award presentation at the end which saw every child receive a football shirt, medal and souvenir.

The end of the week Seaford Rugby Club came into school offering free sessions. All children that attended for the two days learnt fun rugby skills from the Seaford Rugby coaches.

The second week was taken over by Brighton Albion coaches who offered a fun four-day event of sports, games and fun activities.

This free event also delivered healthy eating workshops to the children with the schools catering company Chartwells. The event was achievable due to Brighton Albion securing grants and working with the Chartwells area managers who cooked and presented the workshops free as volunteers.

The school also utilised some of its own funding towards these events to ensure the costs were as low as possible or free. Andrea Keith, Head Teacher of Cradle Hill Community Primary School said ‘After what has been an incredibly challenging year for many, we are determined to support our children and their families with their emotional and physical wellbeing.

We believe working closely with community run clubs and offering these exciting opportunities will support all our children and the wider community. We will continue to keep our school open during most of the school holidays this year and dedicate this time to maintaining and improving physical activity and wellbeing.’

Cradle Hill have also started up after school sports clubs each night after school for the above as well as Saturdays dedicated to Seaford Football Club for Girls for Term 5 & Term 6.

Photos from top: Children enjoying the smoothy bike making healthy drinks and being active. John Robinson at the award presentation with some of the children who attended.

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Seaford Bowling Club

Chichester Road Seaford BN25 2DT Outdoor sport is back so why not try out a session of bowls - it’s fun, friendly, healthy and surprisingly easy to learn We are offering a number of open mornings in the coming months so why not come along and have a go or just find out more about our club Everyone is welcome - from the experienced bowler to those who want to start playing for the first time Phone 01323 899845 or 01323 398320 to book your taster session in our Covid safe environment

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Who’s Who in Seaford?

Christine Brett, Creator and Chair of Refill Seaford and Newhaven Christine moved to Seaford in 2013 and founded Refill Seaford and Newhaven in February 2018 with some friends. She has also spent the last 16 months as the social media manager, call handler and liaison officer for Seaford Volunteer Emergency Team. Christine is currently a member of the Seaford branch of the National Womens register, a member of two book clubs, a walking group and a gardeners’ group. She is affiliated via Refill to Seaford Environmental Alliance and is working with On the Verge group. Christine was educated at Laughton CP School, Brighton and Hove High School, Sheffield, North London and South Bank Polytechnics, the Open University and Canterbury Christ Church College. Her first Saturday job was a waitress in Seeds of Seaford c.1968 then she had various roles in the private and public sector, followed by working as a teacher for over 30 years, and Head of Design and Technology in a large London school specialising in Food Technology. She was an Administrator for Hotel Designs Ezine, and most recently has become a District Councillor! Christine lives with her partner and rather demanding rescue tabby cat.

What does your role involve? We aim to reduce reliance on single-use plastic and enable everyone to Refill reusables. We set up a Facebook group to share information locally, then started to visit businesses to ask them to advertise that they would freely give tap water. I gave talks to some local organisations, got some press coverage and then began to lobby Seaford Town council about installing public water points.

What do you like best about Seaford? The fresh air and friendly people. I didn’t know anyone when I moved here, now I can hardly go out without seeing someone I know.

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What is your favourite piece of music?

Free Man in Paris by Joni Mitchell.

What is your favourite film? Star Wars.

What book are you reading at the moment?

The Rose Code by Kate Quinn.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Relaxing with a book in a very quiet place.

Where is your favourite place to go in and around Seaford?

I love to walk on the seafront when there are not too many people about and gaze out to sea. I don’t even mind rough weather.

What makes you sad? Dumped dog poo bags, discarded masks, plastic bottles and cans – any litter in fact.

How do you relax? I can lose myself in a book if it is really engaging. I like to walk on the seafront and on the cliffs.

I enjoy fibre arts, but they are on hold at present.

What is the most important lesson life has taught you?

Learning is a lifelong process, there is always more to know and learn.

What is the first line of your favourite poem?

When I am old I will wear purple…

What is your favourite journey? Arriving in Cape Town to see my family – always so moving to see Table Mountain then out in the bush to see the starry skies and wildlife.

How would you spend a million pounds? Establish a Community Kitchen and Food Hub in Seaford.

What is your most memorable learning experience? A course tutor who said women don’t apply for a job until they think they can do 80% of it, men 20%, so take the plunge.

What keeps you awake at night? The thought of so many isolated older people with no one to support them – encountered so many in the last year.

What is your greatest extravagance? Travel – or it was!

What is your greatest fear? Our roof blowing off, its so windy in Seaford What is your favourite smell? Patchouli.

What is the best advice you have ever been given? My dad once said… ‘You don’t suffer fools gladly – you are just like me!’

What would your motto be Never give up.

Which person in history would you most like to meet?

Eleanor of Aquitaine.

What or who is the greatest love in your life?

Cheese...please!

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All this is to help boost the funds of the church which, like so many others, has suffered from the severe limitations of the recent times.

Everyone is warmly welcome to come along to the fair which will be held in the church grounds, and by then it is hoped the lockdown restrictions will be but a memory. Now to pray for good weather! Entry is free, of course.

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The café will be a fun and creative space to explore faith and prayer, using craft, activity and outdoor fun.

New members welcome, and any youngster who is interested is invited to contact rector@ebbchurches. org.uk for more information.

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WHAT’S WHAT IN SEAFORD MUSEUM? As we re-open to the public after an exceedingly difficult year, we ask the question: have you ever actually been in the museum?

It is always surprising to find just how many local people have never ventured inside the Martello Tower No.74 (the last in the long chain of defensive towers built around the south coast). Walking across the recently installed bridge and stepping inside is like entering a different world… many people liken it to a Tardis.

It is so much bigger inside than it looks from the outside. Take a few steps up to the roof where you can see for miles and view the cannon at close quarters. Our flag is flown from here and, on special occasions such as the Queen’s birthday, we raise the Union Jack.

The main collection is downstairs below the promenade, and our lift makes this easily accessible.You will find so many different things down here, something for everyone. We house the second-largest collection of Neolithic flint tools ever found in the UK. These were dug up in the High Street when essential services were being installed. The history of Seaford is on show together with a record of the changes to the path of the river Ouse and coastline over the centuries.

We have an astonishing collection of domestic equipment, radios, televisions, telephones and much more. Our Edwardian shop is being rebuilt but is nearing completion when it will re-join our other displays: a Victorian kitchen; the Ritz cinema, an air-raid shelter, Camerons, Wynns, our bathing huts and much more besides. Our wartime kitchen features a kitchen dresser that was bought at the Ideal Home Exhibition in 1936, then exported to Germany with its owners who had to leave it behind when they left Germany in a hurry!

Amazingly, when they returned after the war they found that their house had been used by German officers and their dresser was still there in good order. It was used by the family for many years.

We have a large collection of local drawings by the local artist H.H. Evans, who managed to draw the most amazingly accurate pictures of local houses and landmarks despite having only one arm! An amazing feat.

There are many stories behind so many of our displays.

As stewards will tell you, the most commonly overheard remark is ‘My mum had one of those’. It really is a stroll down memory lane.

We have had to make a number of adjustments due to Covid-19 but every care has been take to keep people safe. Come on down – it really is an amazing place! Open Wednesdays 2 -4pm, Saturdays and Sundays 11-4pm.

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On Sussex Wildlife Trust’s Malling Down nature reserve, just fifteen minutes’ walk from the centre of Lewes, something is stirring. Something rather beautiful.

Something rather… blue.

The Adonis Blue must be in with a good chance of being crowned our most beautiful butterfly. The male’s dazzling, electric blue wings are an insult to all other butterfly species who consider themselves blue.

Believe me – you haven’t experienced blue until you’ve watched a male Adonis Blue fly past. And, like many other famous Lewes residents, our Adonis Blues also have a colourful and somewhat odd life history.

During the larval stage of its life cycle, the Adonis Blue caterpillar exudes a sugary sweet secretion and, amazingly, sings an enticing siren’s song. This drives local

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ants into a frenzy and they fall under its spell.

With its sugar-drunk, loved-up ant admirers in tow, the caterpillar cruises the Lewes Downs with the ants protecting it against parasites and predators. Each evening, when the caterpillar retreats to the soil, the ants bury it – effectively tucking it in for the night. It’s amazing what devotion you can get around these parts in return for a drink and a song!

When it’s time for the caterpillar to pupate, the ants stand guard over the chrysalis too in an underground chamber, and when the adult butterfly emerges they escort it to the surface. Without so much as a thank you for their loyalty, the butterfly unfurls its wings and deserts them for the skies above – no doubt leaving the ants wondering how they’re going to explain themselves to the queen when they get home.

The existence of this wonderful butterfly is only made possible due to the Sussex Wildlife Trust’s careful management of Malling Down. The Trust’s rare breed sheep, which you can see from Lewes High Street, graze the reserve to ensure the correct habitat is maintained for this rare species.

An important factor in the Adonis Blue’s life cycle is heat, and if the grass here gets too tall the temperature at ground level drops. Without the grazing management, the fantastic downland habitat would disappear, along with all the amazing species that depend on it.

Michael Blencowe of the Sussex Wildlife Trust Photos from top: Adonis Blue by Nigel Symington, Sussex Wildlife Trust©; Adonis Blue by Alan Price, Gatehouse Studio, Sussex Wildlife Trust©.

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Trees for Seaford volunteers – back on the verges!

We were delighted that the lifting of Covid restrictions in April has allowed us to get back outside to resume our ‘Tender Loving Care’ sessions for the trees we have planted. This includes pruning, checking stakes and ties, replacing mulch mats etc. It’s been so nice to get outside and see everybody in person! So far we have been working in Bodiam Close, Belgrave crescent and Seaford Golf Course.

Look out for our new tree labels which are recycled from old tin cans! If you spot any problems with our trees do get in touch.

That’s not to say we have been idle during Lockdown. On the contrary there has been plenty of planning and discussion going on, albeit in a virtual world! Lots of our volunteers have been helping developing the sister “On the Verge” group. This is a very enthusiastic grassroots volunteer project to connect people and wildlife pathways throughout Seaford. Trees don’t grow in isolation; not only do they need a bit of protection and support from us, but they also need enough rain, nutrients through the soil, and a whole range of life forms, from microscopic mycorrhizae fungi, to insect pollinators, to birds and mammals to spread seeds.You can read more on our website, and that of Seaford Environmental Alliance.

Trees for Seaford is working as part of the Seaford CARES Project, led by Seaford Community Partnership, with its project vision for: ‘An engaged, knowledgeable Community, where residents and decision-makers understand the threats posed by the climate and ecological emergency and are actively collaborating to reduce their carbon footprint and build personal and ecological resilience.’

It’s so important to keep talking to our partners and work together. We recently met up with representatives from Seaford Town Council and their contractor Idverde to work together to protect our trees. Did you know that trees need their bark more than we need our skin? Humans can survive a scrape or a cut quite easily.

But severe damage to a tree’s bark can set back its growth or even kill it. We are therefore so pleased to

get agreement from Idverde that an area will be left unmown around our trees, to protect them from damage.

We are also delighted to support Seaford Town Council’s plans this year to leave areas of our parks and green spaces unmown.

This will save the council money, and we will be watching with interest to see what flowers grow in the longer grass, and what insects can be found. If you enjoy watching our green spaces get ‘wilder’ do let the council know that you support them!

A group of us were recently delighted to meet Keith Sacre from Barcham Trees. Keith is the UK’s foremost expert on urban tree planting. He advised us on planting and tree care techniques, also on different species we could plant in the future. We feel very privileged to have him advising us.

And last but not least, did you know that the first week of June is National Hedgerow Week? Planting more hedges is also on our To-Do List, so do get in touch if you can help, or would like to know more!

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5 key messages for carers and individuals with dementia…

It seems like our world is beginning to open up.

The vaccination programme has given us a glimpse back into everyday existence, almost like we remember it, and the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown is enticing us with thoughts of hugs, contact and conversation. For us at Clifden House we are cautious and excited. We operate at our best with the engagement of families and loved ones, interactions between individuals with eye contact and touch, but we are also aware that things may not quite be the same again for a little while longer.

When you care for someone, it is easy to worry, and the Covid crisis has given us plenty of that.

However, it is always better to turn that concern into positive, progressive action that helps us all to not simply manage through this difficult period, but even to thrive. We remain cautiously optimistic that we can build on the amazing focus on the vulnerable around us that we have all shown over the last year, and we wanted to share some advice from the Alzheimer’s Society in cooperation with several research departments of UK universities.

Stay safe and well

Don’t let yourself be overwhelmed by issues with your health, whether Covid-related or otherwise.

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Stay connected

Though you may be overwhelmed by Zooms and telephone calls, it has truly never been easier to keep in touch with those friends and family that may otherwise be physically distant. Knowing that we can reach out and interact helps us feel closer to those who are important to us.

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Keep a sense of purpose

Completing jobs and pleasurable activities allows us to keep hold of a daily routine that is proven to be beneficial for our physical and mental health. These can be hobbies or simple tasks such as tidying up, preparing food, or making sure we don’t miss our favourite TV programmes.

Stay active

Daily exercise in a manner that you enjoy lifts the spirits. If you can, even 30 minutes direct exposure to daylight, even on a cloudy day, can help you rest better at night and assist your natural body rhythms.

Stay positive

We will all by now have stories of testing times over the past months, but the key thing to remember is that we are not alone in this. We all have those stories and therefore all share this experience, with its ups and downs. You don’t need to struggle on alone and support is out there.

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Our April competition was entitled ‘Blossom Forth and Burst into Flower’ and once again, some of our members have sent in photos of their inspiring designs.

Looking back to this time last year, I see from the Seaford Scene entries that we had been enjoying some beautiful warm weather, and that the gardens were colourful and many plants were flowering ahead of their normal time. Sadly, that has not been the case this year. April temperatures were below average, and whilst the sun has shone, the winds have been unseasonably cold.

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Let’s All Support Seaford’s Small Business As we emerge out of Lockdown, there’s one thing we can all do to help Seaford recover from the pandemic – and that’s to shop locally.

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The momentum is there as the lockdown measures are being eased; we need to keep it going as the economy opens up again. If you’re still not convinced, here are three reasons to support Seaford’s small businesses.

Small businesses in our town are rooted in the community we all serve, and they often support local charities, schools, and sporting clubs. Shopping locally is an easy way you can say thanks to them for lending a hand to the small organisations that make a big difference across Seaford and help maintain our community spirit.

It’s character building

Good for the environment

Small businesses, and the people who run them, bring character and personality to Seaford. They make our area feel special and unique, rather than sterile and anonymous.

Thanks for reading.

If we give all our business to online multinationals, what will become of our high streets?

Answer: they’ll become ghost towns.

The Seaford Youth Forum has created a wonderful project called ‘Use it or lose it’, which encourages young people to use local shops and helps them understand the value and importance of community.

It’s well worth checking out, and the project runs until June 2022.

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Martello Rotary Seaford Martello is still busy supporting the community and this month’s update focuses on the environmental and the work that we are supporting both financially and with active participation, and some of the groups that we have financially supported.

Trees for Seaford

Despite being hampered by Covid 19, Martello Rotary continues to work online with Trees for Seaford in their ongoing programme for planting trees around the town. While new planting will now have to wait until the autumn, the maintenance of trees planted over the past years and the surveying of the roads to decide on the location for new planting is now a priority. When you see us out on the street, give us a wave!

Environmental Survey

By the time you are reading this article, Seaford Community Partnership and Martello Rotary will be continuing to evaluate the results so far received for the survey which can still be found on the Facebook page called Martello Rotary Seaford. The survey can also be accessed directly on the website https://www. surveylegend.com/s/2znx. It is not too late to take part if you haven’t yet had your say.

This is one result of the ongoing teamwork between the two organisations, to try to address both the need to mitigate the impact of climate change, and also to enhance the appearance of our townscape. It focuses on six of the Local Green Spaces protected by the Seaford Neighbourhood Plan by finding out how we can enhance their contribution to our well being and enjoyment of our green heritage.

Community Grants

We are pleased to let you know that working in conjunction with Seaford Rotary we have given

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£500 to Seaford Little Theatre https://www. seafordlittletheatre.co.uk/ to help them improve their air conditioning system, and £500 to Sailhaven, https:// www.sailhaven.org/ (a local organisation based in Seaford/Newhaven, developing the infrastructure to help disadvantaged youngsters learn the skills and participate in sailing).

If you are involved in a community group or working to help the community and need financial help don’t forget we are here to support you if we can.

Grants are available on a discretionary basis to support organisations and individuals that will be of community or environmental benefit, or aim to raise aspirations, engender community spirit, or assist those in local need.

You can download Grant Application forms from either of the two local Rotary web sites: martellorotary.org.uk. or seafordrotary.org.uk.

And Finally

If you want to join us or just to find out more about us, contact Martello Rotary on contact@martellorotary. org.uk or use our QR code below to visit our website.

Photos from top: Martello Rotary Seaford supports Newhaven Lifeboat and Seaford Half Marathon.

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Neighbourhood Watch Roundup Happy Birthday to Us!

Seaford and Bishopstone Neighbourhood Watch (S&BNHW) turns 35 this year, making us one of the oldest NHW Associations in the UK. To celebrate, we are planning a bumper EXPO in September with lots in store to celebrate our community and the neighbourliness that makes us one of the safest towns in the UK to live in, work in, or visit. We are also one of the best subscribed Associations in the country with well over 10% of our households registered members. We are visible, active and relevant, which keeps crime rates down, and community spirits up. Far from being stuffy and bureaucratic, our NHW success stems from our core ethos of Great Neighbourliness. The way we, as a town, have rallied and supported one another through this ghastly pandemic evidences this spirit. Proudly, Kindly, Seaford. Keep an eye out for the dates of the

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September Birthday party – we are holding off setting anything in stone until we are certain that we can safely meet in person.

We Do Things Differently

S&BNHW is a constitutioned association and a registered charity. This means we get to do things our own way. We consider all Seaford residents automatic members of the NHW, and our work as a committee is for the benefit of all residents. You will soon notice a face lift to the NHW signs in your street – NHW will be even more visible and as a result, all of us benefit. You can join NHW on a national level at www. ourwatch.org.uk which is totally free and automatically registers you with our scheme. You can also become a registered member of the Association and your subs contribution will help to keep us ticking along. Subs are ridiculously affordable at £3 per household per year or £2 per household per year for a senior household.

Joining is easy at www.sandbnhw.org/join.

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Like last year, our AGM will be held virtually on Zoom on 23rd June 2021. Please keep an eye out for the meeting notice in your email inbox. If you haven’t yet subscribed to our mailing list, please do so at www. sandbnhw.org so that you don’t miss out on any invites or alerts. We never spam and you will not receive unnecessary mail from us, ever.

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Extended Renewal Season

With all the chaos of lockdowns, endless isolating, and the disruption of Covid, we took a view that you had more important things to think about in 2020 and 2021 renewal seasons than the NHW and your subs. There is no rush, but we will need to catch up with renewals and if you haven’t already set up an autorenew on Paypal or on our website, then this is the time to do it – it takes no more than 1 minute to set up and then you can forget about it. It will autorenew each year until you cancel. Visit www.sandbnhw.org/join and select the membership you prefer. Then follow the screen prompts. This method saves us a ridiculous amount of time in admin, running around with cash and cheques.

If you prefer to do it the old way, there is a tear off form on the opposite page for your convenience.

Scams are Rife

Without a doubt, digital and cybercrime far outstrip any other type of crime in our community. Being scamsavvy is your first and best defence to this type of crime and we strongly encourage you to take the Trading Standards Friends Against Scams online course, which is free, and become a Friend Against Scams, sharing that knowledge with others. It is outrageous how clever most scams are and how insidiously scammers inveigle their way in, to empty bank accounts and devastate lives.

Scamming is not just a phishing email or a dodgy link in a text message. Some scammers take months to work their way in, building trust and developing a relationship with their victims with no other purpose but to steal as much money as they can. We often read about people losing tens upon hundreds of thousands in a phone

scam and we wonder how on earth someone could lose that much money – well when you are elderly, lonely and some charlatan befriends you over a course of months on the phone, it starts to make more sense.

This is why being a Great Neighbour and being scamsavvy is so vital – keeping an eye on our vulnerable family and friends and sharing your scam-savviness with them will help protect us all. The statistics of scam crime are astounding, and our elders are at most risk.

Our most precious neighbours are scammed to the tune of £5 to £10 billion pounds a year. Yes, billion.

Most who have been scammed are too ashamed to report the crime, so our best and only defence is being well prepared and knowledgeable. You can access the course here https://www.friendsagainstscams.org.uk/

Report Everything

It seems like a drudge when scam calls, texts and emails are a daily event, but the more scam attempts that are reported, the better our Cyber Units at the Police are able to work together to stamp out this crime. Most of this crime is cross border so our Police Cyber Crime Units need our reports to better map the crimes and where they originate. You can report telephone scam fraud most easily at https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/ and text scams and email scams can be forwarded as follows. For text scams forward the whole message to 7726 which sends it to the National Cyber Security Centre. Email scams can be forwarded to report@ phishing.gov.uk.

There is a wealth of information on the National Cyber Security Centre website which you can visit here https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/suspiciousemail-actions It is such an exciting time with our brilliant NHS getting us all vaccinated and what looks to be a glorious summer ahead of us. Please be safe when out and about. Remember that your safety comes first – make sure windows and doors are secured, and your front and back doors locked even when at home. Keep purses and wallets well out of sight and do not leave your bags and backpacks unattended. Keep being the Great Neighbours that you are – be generous with your smiles, your encouragement of others and your kindness. See you in September for our Birthday Expo – we look forward to hugs and laughter (and cake) aplenty. Be safe.

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This communicates to neighbours and friends that re-wilding is in process (and that it is not just the owner or council being lazy!).

The campaign is now partnered with Keep Britain Tidy and Eco-Schools England. The campaign promotes the re-wilding of our gardens, parks, road verges and school grounds. It suggests that a part of this ground is set aside and left to grow through the summer. #greenhavensnetwork #urbanwilding #wildergardens #BlueHeartCampaign https://bluecampaignhub.com/

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3 Cut back Weigela immediately after it has flowered. Each year take out a couple of stems entirely to the ground.

Deutzia responds well to the same treatment.

3 Keep onions weeded as they hate competition.

3 Plant outdoor tomatoes now. They do best in a sunny, sheltered site against a south facing wall.

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Will it be flaming June in 2021? Will we be basking on the beaches? Or will the weather try to spoil our fun?

According to the Met Office, winter 20/21 as a whole, and despite that -23º in Braemar, was not far from average. But surely the same cannot be said about the spring, especially the exceptionally cold April that brought air frost somewhere in the UK every single morning of the month. Those chilly nights continued into May, bad news for gardeners, especially those in the frozen north.

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In Victorian and Edwardian times magnificent herbaceous borders were found in country house gardens throughout the UK. These borders relied predominantly on herbaceous perennials, plants that die back to a rootstock each winter before bursting back into life again in spring and flowering throughout the summer. Nymans Garden in West Sussex has splendid examples that were planted in Edwardian times giving maximum colour impact in the spring and summer when the family were in residence. Nyman’s ‘summer borders’ are now a layered mix of those herbaceous perennials with added grasses and blocks of annuals for extra colour and interest. They are big and bold, but you could have a scaled down version.

Choose several hardy perennials for the backbone of your border; the design should aim to provide interest from April to October e.g. achilleas, asters, astrantias, delphiniums, euphorbias, heleniums, lupins, peonies and phlox, while hardy geraniums come in dozens of varieties. One of my favourite perennials is penstemon, a long flowering bee-loving plant in shades of pink, mauve and purple. Bulbs, grasses and annuals can be added to the scheme to produce a crammed mixed border – no room for weeds!

To maintain the border, clumps of congested perennials are lifted and divided in autumn, followed by a good mulch of manure to keep the soil fertile.

Winter interest is created by leaving some stems and seedheads intact until new shoots start to emerge in early spring. Grasses especially can look good in winter.

Establishing a stunning herbaceous or mixed border requires lots of patience, loads of manure, and plenty of plants, and don’t forget plants supports. It’s a big project but the bees will love you, and that wow factor will be worth it.

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By the time you read this our delightful garden within the Crouch should be open again – at last! Since it became virtually a secret garden last autumn, a whole winter and spring have gone by but, nature coupled with a few very hard working volunteers have somehow managed not only to maintain it but give thought to adding further vibrancy and colour.

So, two weeks before the official reopening, older plants were being split and either planted back to share their bounty in the beds or placed in pots for the sales table. Thus, there are all sorts of beauties, like irises in dark purple and white forms potted up to tempt visitors who may have spotted the velvety flowers of the purple one in a sunny border and coveted them.

Katie, busy coaxing a Clematis alpina to spiral around a tree against the adjoining Peace Garden wall, pointed out a salvia that was left out over winter to see how it got on in this sheltered spot. ‘It survived!’ she said with surprised relief. The clematis was planted about two years ago and has been slow to grow but has now reached the dizzying height of 1.5m! Moving on to the telephone exchange wall, Katie next tackled a leaning tree echium that must be the great, great grandchild of one we were given several years ago, attaching a sturdy piece of rope around it and our majestic palm. Having got the echium vertical she turned her attention to the wall and pondered on the possibility of a wisteria there.

And back to those great, great grandchildren, their progeny are growing well in various places including the raised beds. Katie said that while the baby echium seedlings had been potted up and all had succumbed

to the late frosts and vicious winds we experienced earlier this year, the naturally seeded plants were doing well. A case of nature knows best?

Having said that, what is a garden but a wo/man-made thing? So the community garden was being assessed and where areas in borders clearly needed a little tlc they were being regenerated. For instance, some crocosmia were being removed and the space replenished in this case with scabious.

Eryngium was being planted elsewhere.

Not all plants can be grown at the garden so Allison, Katie and Val were to be seen wheelbarrow-ing in a variety of plants including eryngium and the scabious which were to be divided.

Awaiting Allison’s green fingers were pots of tomatoes, peppers and chillies, which she was to plant out in prepared beds in the poly tunnel. And talking of tomatoes, the garden was last open at the very tail end of our tomato season, so here we are again, reopening at the start of a new cycle of cultivation.

After keeping those gates shut for seven months, we confidently expect they will be wide open this summer to welcome back long-serving volunteers, maybe even some new ones, and of course lots of visitors eager to stop by on Wednesday mornings. We so look forward to meeting you all again and swapping gardening tips. Let’s just hope the classroom kettle hasn’t forgotten what it’s for!

The Garden Team Photos from top: Val wheels in plants destined for the garden and the sales table; Iris and tulips offset each others’ charms; Katie spirals a clematis around a tree trunk; The pink of the stepover apple blossom contrasts prettily with the blue of forget-me-nots; Young tomato plants await transfer to the poly tunnel bed; Tree echium restored to an upright position.

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Driftwood Garden opening again this Summer All being well, government guidelines permitting, Geoff Stonebanks is hoping to open his multi-awardwinning garden again this summer from 21st June, the final date in the government’s roadmap.

Geoff tells us, ‘We are planning on three openings for the National Garden Scheme, on Tuesdays the 29th June and 13th July, and Sunday 1st August! However, please note that entry on these dates will be by pre-paid tickets ONLY, booked in advance on the scheme’s website for £5 each, www.ngs.org.uk. Please do not just arrive at the garden as you will not gain entry.’

Driftwood remained closed throughout 2020, due to the impact of Covid-19 and Geoff tells us he really missed his regular visitors. Readers may have seen the garden last year though, as it featured on both BBC South East Today and ITV Meridian news. It will not be business as usual though in 2021, as all NGS visitors will be booked into six individual sessions in the garden that will allow a maximum of 14 guests in any one hour from 11am through until 4pm. It is regretted that this year, there will be no access to the house (or bathroom) to any visitors, and a limited selection of cakes will accompany the teas served by Geoff and his team, direct to the tables in the garden. As usual, there will also be a small range of garden art for sale too.

Geoff goes on to say: ‘In addition to these three timed openings, visitors can also contact me direct on 01323 899296 and arrange private visits on most other days between 21st June through until 12th August. I’d be happy to cater for special events if discussed and arranged beforehand. Admission on these days will be £8.50, with all the entry going to Macmillan Cancer Support, with refreshments extra.’

This year, all visitors will be able to see a few new additions in the garden since its last opening in July 2019 and be able to appreciate the planting with fewer visitors inhibiting their movement around the plot.

Full details of all the events this summer at Driftwood can be found at www.driftwoodbysea.co.uk There are links on the homepage to book for the National Garden Scheme days and a new facility to book through Macmillan Cancer Support for other days too, if required. It is hoped that the Macmillan Garden Trail will take place over the weekend of 24th and 25th of next month, with more on that in the July issue.

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food packaging, retail and PPE, and organisations have backtracked on their commitments to tackle single-use and scale reuse. We’ve seen retailers, chains and brands ban reusables, despite the evidence from Greenpeace and over 100 scientists publicly stating they’re safe to use.

World Refill Day

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World Refill Day is a global public awareness campaign to champion reuse over single-use and prevent plastic pollution.

Together with our partners and Refill schemes around the world we’re creating a global movement of everyday activists, NGOs and sustainable businesses who are uniting behind a shared vision – a world where everyone can eat, drink and shop without the pointless plastic!

As a result of the pandemic, we’ve seen a huge increase in single-use plastic – particularly from take-away

On 16th June, we’ll be calling on individuals, businesses and governments around the world to join the refill revolution and say goodbye to single-use plastic for good.

We’re proud to be part of the Break Free From Plastic global community and will be aligning World Refill Day to support, and amplify the We Choose Reuse campaign.

In the last few weeks we have been delighted to see the installation of the water points we campaigned for.

A big thank you to Seaford Town Council plus all the fundraisers and sponsors who have made this possible.

We now have a chain of three on the seafront and our past Young mayor James Jenkins raised money for another one at Place Lane. With the first one at the Salts intalled before the pandemic we now have five in our lovely town open all day, every day, as well as support from the businesses who will fill your bottle from their premises. Don’t forget Scoop and Weigh, Gabriellas/ Walbrins and The Health Food store who will fill your own containers as you buy lose produce/products from them. Morrisons has now re-offered a bring your own container on their delicatessen, butchery and fish counters as well.

Do let us know via our email below if you run or know of a business that wants to join the scheme or will now offer refills for coffee etc. They can sign themselves up with the app or website and add the coffee cup icon.

Please don’t forget you can download the Refill app here to get the location maps to find Refill points https:// www.refill.org.uk/get-the-refill-app/ and also register your business and others if you have their permission.

If you want a Chilly’s bottle or food container which makes a great gift, you can buy one of these yourself to keep your lunch and drinks hot or cold from refill.org.uk/buy-a-bottle/ and Chilly’s make a £10 donation to the Refill campaign. Find us on Facebook Refill Seaford and Newhaven as there is a group and a page to follow. Twitter @RefillSN, Instagram @ refillsn. General enquiries for talks and information to RefillSeafordandNewhaven@gmail.com

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Seaford Beach Gets a Makeover Thanks to Seaford Shingle Shifters!

When Seaford resident, Chris Conil, put out a post on Facebook to ask for volunteers to help clear shingle from parts of Seaford’s promenade, he wasn’t prepared for the huge response from local residents offering up their services!

When Lockdown restrictions eased accordingly, Chris put together teams of six people each to start clearing from the Edinburgh Road car park all the way to the western end of Bönningstedt Parade.

Seaford Town Council is swept away by the generosity and hard work of the volunteers that undertook this gruelling work and would like to thank Chris and his volunteers, nicknamed the ‘Seaford Shingle Shifters’.

The clearance work they have done has helped

ensure more of the promenade remains stone free and accessible for all. This is invaluable as the warmer weather approaches and the beach will start to see a stark increase in visitor numbers.

When approached about what prompted him to take this on, Chris explained: ‘Every year Bönningstedt Promenade is subject to high tides and storms that lash onto the walkways, leaving difficult areas to manoeuvre. The job of the Environmental Agency is a massive one, shifting truck loads of shingle from one end to the other. Thanks to them our beaches are safe and well maintained. This year Seaford has experienced many more visitors due to Covid-19, who wish to walk and exercise along the Seafront, the difficulty being, shingle underfoot piled up on the promenade. I would like to take this opportunity to thank our small group of Volunteers who helped Sweep clean Bönningstedt area. Seaford Town Council supplied the brushes, we supplied the people power, so everyone can now enjoy the delights of Seaford bay, knowing the promenade is safe and ready for the summer, until the next storm arrives.’

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MOCKFORD’S Blinds & AWNINGS Mockford’s the Blindmakers are a small family business Mockford’s the trading in who have been Seaford for over years.

Blindmakers are a30 small Big or small Mockfords make them all!

Find us business at: The Industrial Estate, family who have Green Street, Eastbourne been trading in Seaford BN21 1ON and Eastbourne for over 30 Telephone: 01323 417518 years.

Website: mockfordblinds.co.uk

Email: jeanmockford@yahoo.co.uk Find us at: The Industrial Estate, Green Street, Eastbourne BN21 1QN

When customers are asked why they choose Mockfords Blinds, here are Website: mockfordblinds.co.uk some of their replies: Take Seaford, onreal approaching ‘Thethe 20A259 yearfrom guarantee, personal Eastbourne go straight over the first set of service, no gimmicks, no pushy sales traffic lights then take the next left into Green people, members of both street. Once on Green Street thereSeaford is a bus and shelter on the right hand side opposite the Eastbourne Chambers of Commerce, entrance to a small trading estate where our over 2,000 fabrics to choose from, showroom is located. a local firm, Mockfords reputation, recommended,good value for money, I wanted the best, my Nan and my Mum have your blinds’ Telephone: 01323 417518

Replacement vanes, weights, hangers and chain are also available from our showroom.

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FITTING SERVICE fitting service TO HAVE BLINDS for internal blinds ie roller PROFESSIONALY blinds etc, fittedFITTED, only inJEAN the MOCKFORD, A QUALIFIEDand BLINDS seaford, eastbourne INTERIOR DESIGNER, WITH OVER surrounding villages.

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SUMMER ROOM COOLER SUMMER ROOM SUMMER ROOM COOLER ASUMMER Mockfords’ awning isCOOLER far more effective than internal blinds to keep a room and house cooler. It ROOM COOLER AA Mockfords’ awning is farfar more effective than internal blinds keep agarden room and house cooler.

It Mockfords’ awning is more effective than internal blinds keep room cooler – cooler. protects carpets and furnishings from fading, you can see outto into the and ofhouse course, perfect A Mockfords’ awning is far more effective than internal blinds totokeep a aroom and It protects carpets and furnishings from fading, you can see out into the garden and of course, perfect sitting carpets incarpets the shade. itfor protects andfurnishings furnishings from fading, you can garden protects and from fading, you can seesee outout intointo thethe garden andof ofcourse, course, perfect for sitting in the shade. for perfect sitting infor thesitting shade.in the shade. and FREE WIND SENSOR WITH ELECTRIC AWNINGS FREE WIND SENSOR WITH ELECTRIC AWNINGS To encourage more customers to order before the summer rush, this device withdraws the awning FREE WIND SENSOR WITH ELECTRIC AWNINGS Small Bites To encourage more customers to order before the summer rush, for thisadevice withdraws the awning during high winds and gales and will be fitted free, £144, pre-season limited period.

To encourage more customers to order before thesaving summer rush, this device withdraws the awning during high winds and gales and will be fitted free, saving £144, for a pre-season limited period.

With the ever increasing popularity awnings, we for areawary of biting off more during high winds and gales and will of beMockford’s fitted free, saving £144, pre-season limited period.

ESTIMATES than we can chew, which could damage our reputation for quality and personal service.

ESTIMATES As we do not have any salesmen, a fitter who has been installing Mockfords’ awnings for over three ESTIMATES Therefore tohave lessen workload, Mockford’s will longer supply awnings to commercial As we do not anyour salesmen, a fitter who has beenno installing Mockfords’ awnings over three decades will behave pleased to visit you answer show fabrics and provide anfor estimate.

As we do not any salesmen, ato fitter whoquestions, has been installing Mockfords’ awnings for over three properties i.e. shops, hotels, etc. decades will be pleased to visit you to answer questions, show fabrics and provide an estimate.

Alternatively, visit us to operate a manual or electric model.

Ourfabrics address is on the opposite page. decades will be pleased to visit you to answer questions, show and provide an estimate.

Alternatively, visit us to operate a manual or electric model. Our address is on the opposite page.

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ESTIMATES PLEASE NOTE PLEASE We are NOTE and intend remain, a small family firm. To stunt our business growth, do not supply Mockford’s do not to have any salespeople, consequently Harvey Mockford, whowe physically PLEASE NOTE We are and intend to to remain, a smallpremises family firm.

To D.I.Y. stunt our business growth, we do not supply awnings to be fitted commercial or for We are and intend to remain, family firm. To stunt our business growth, we do not supply installed hiscommercial youngera small days, will be awnings toawnings be fittedinto premises orpleased for D.I.Y.to visit you to answer queries and awnings to be fitted to commercial premises or for D.I.Y.

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Manual and electric models on display at our workshop

BUNGALOWS ARE OUR SPECIALITY BUNGALOWS ARE OUR SPECIALITY FOR OVER YEARS BUNGALOWS ARE30OUR SPECIALITY FOR OVER 30 YEARS FOR OVER 30 YEARS

ALL MOCKFORDS’ AWNINGS ALL RETRACT MOCKFORDS’ INTOAWNINGS AAWNINGS NEAT ALL MOCKFORDS’ RETRACT INTO A NEAT IN CASSETTE RETRACTWHEN INTO ANOT NEAT CASSETTE WHEN NOT IN CASSETTEUSE WHEN NOT IN USE USE

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Sunrise Blinds & Awnings Welcome to Sunrise Blinds & Awnings With over 35 years experience in the industry we supply and fit all types of blinds including vertical, roller, venetian, woodslat, perfect fit.

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SEAHAVEN BLINDS Tel 01323 899011 sales@seahavenblinds.co.uk www.seahavenblinds.co.uk Seahaven Blinds is a family run business, located in Seaford.

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Since our inception we have been suppliers to the trade and public alike.

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We believe in our products and are passionate about them.

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Seaford Rotary

Return of the Rotary Boot Fair

A chill spring morning with blue skies greeted the early risers who made their way on 18th April to the first Seaford Rotary Boot, Craft and Produce Fair of 2021.By time the gates opened to let the eager stallholders on to the Martello Field, some had been waiting over an hour.

The sun warmed the field and soon a constant stream of potential customers to investigate the wares on sale at the 75 stalls were being checked and counted in at the entrance by Rotarian John Owen. It was apparent that during the recent COVID-19 lockdown some stallholders had been clearing out their attics. Tables on some stalls were full to overflowing, with the surplus goods for sale scattered and laid out on the grass.

There was the usual eclectic myriad of items on sale, including several sets of golf clubs (had the owners given up during the lockdown?), luggage cases (possibly the result of overseas trips not currently permitted?), a set of four high-back children’s chairs, more than the usual number of pushchairs, plus some wooden curtain rails. The most popular stall appeared to be one selling vinyl records.

Various charities also welcomed the opportunity to raise some much-needed funds and had set up stalls; these included Seaford Bonfire Society, The Royal Society of St George as well as Seaford Town Council raising funds for the Mayor’s charity initiative. Normally the period between fairs is 4 or 5 weeks, but as the April fair was delayed to mid-April, the second fair occurred only two weeks later on 2nd May. It was noticeable that several of the stallholders had been present at the first Rotary Boot Fair, and still had Please recycle this magazine when you have finished with it.

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stock from their lockdown clear-outs to sell.

The next Seaford Rotary Boot, Craft and Produce Fair will be held on 6th June. We hope that the weather is fine and dry and that we shall see you there. Further Seaford Rotary Boot, Craft and Produce Fairs will be held on 4th July, 1st August, 29th August and 19th September.

Bluebell Walk, Arlington

The Bluebell Walk at Bates Green Farm, Arlington which was first opened in 1972 opened this year for a 5-week period between 12th April and 19th May. To enable the Walk to open Honorary Rotarian John McCutchan put in place a series of measures to ensure social distancing.

He introduced a booking system to limit the number of visitors to not more than 65 visitors every hour.

Further, the only walk available to see the vista of wood anemones and bluebells was one way round Beatons Wood, an ancient wood of oak and hornbeam, with a separate entrance and exit.

Thus, on 22nd and 23rd April, Seaford Rotary were at the Information Kiosk located at the farm entrance gate to check and ensure that only visitors who had booked and paid entered at their assigned time.

Rotarians Janice Vince, Frank Thompson and John Windsor at the Information Kiosk awaiting visitors The restrictions imposed also meant that there were no mobility scooters or petting animals in the animal barn. Neither was it possible for Seaford Rotary to serve any food or drink including their usual array of homemade cakes and other delicacies in The Bluebell Barn.

Each spring, Beatons Wood, provides a landscape of colours changing with the increasing warmth of the days. The timing of when the bluebells blossom is however dictated by nature, and according to the Met Office ‘April 2021 had the lowest average minimum temperatures for April in the UK since 1922’, so when Seaford Rotary manned the Information Kiosk, bluebell

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leaves were still emerging through a white carpet of wood anemones. There were some patches of blue where English bluebells could be seen but white was the dominant colour above a sea of green leaves.

Over the Rainbow Fancy Dress Walk

Come down to the Seaford promenade on the afternoon of Sunday 20th June to see the ‘Over the Rainbow Walk’. The walk organised by Seaford Rotary on behalf of the Mayor of Seaford’s Charity Initiative will see participants, who are sponsored to raise funds for their charity or organisation, in colourful outfits, some possibly in fancy dress, walking along Seaford seafront from the Martello Tower to Seaford Sailing club and back.

We hope that you will come and join in the fun and give them your support.

Seaford Rotary welcomes new members. For more information contact us on http://www. seafordrotary.org.uk/contact.php.

Photos opposite: Return of the Rotary Boot Fair, Rotarians Janice Vince, Frank Thompson and John Winsor at the information kiosk awaiting visitors at the Bluebell Walk, Arlington.

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joined, a virtual version of the Club was formed on BBO. Members started to play virtual Bridge in June 2020, initially on Wednesdays and Fridays starting at 7pm. It proved very popular and Tuesday afternoons at 2pm were added in October 2020.

ANYONE FOR BRIDGE? Readers may be aware that for many years Seaford had two bridge clubs. In 2019 the clubs talked about merging and this became a reality from January 2020 with the Bridge club now being known as the Seaford Bridge Club, meeting on Tuesday afternoons in the Wave Leisure, Sutton Room and Wednesday and Friday evenings at the 60+ Club. The Covid-19 pandemic, however, brought a halt to face-to-face Bridge from Friday 13th March 2020!

Obviously, this was a huge blow to our members and like many many other Bridge players throughout England, and indeed the world, online casual Bridge games by our members using the BridgeBase Online (BBO) platform became very popular. The club committee actively sought ways that members could continue to play Bridge together as a virtual club, and with the assistance of the English Bridge Union, which the club

It is not perfect and cannot fully replace the social aspect of face-to-face Bridge, but it does have its fans, and has kept the Bridge Club alive during these very trying times and allowed members to keep in touch and enabled them to maintain and even improve their bridge skills.

The future of face to face bridge remains uncertain but the Club is in regular touch with the EBU as to the requirements necessary for that to restart at some point.

That said, it is likely that virtual Bridge will continue to have a place for the future, perhaps mixed with face-toface bridge.

We have always been a friendly club and welcome new members, happily providing support and assistance to those not familiar with online Bridge. If you are interested or have questions please visit https://www. bridgewebs.com/seaford/home.html where you can leave a message on the website to which one of our committee members will reply.

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East Sussex Charity Boost for the Homeless

With the horror that the first lockdown brought, a small group was born. I was approached by two lovely local people, to be one of three administrators belonging to a group of 10 members, who were aiming to sew masks and scrubs for the NHS. Within three months the number of members had grown to 1,000.

As the need for masks and scrubs diminished, and with winter fast approaching, I felt the time for me to leave was imminent. I had a sense of urgency to help another cause – the homeless of ‘Surviving the Streets’, being the aim. I left the group, and with a few like-minded members, formed a brand new one – East Sussex Charity Boost for the Homeless. The group focused on what we can do to turn a negative situation into a positive one.

Although a small group, each member has contributed, either by knitting hats and scarves, sewing Christmas gifts for the homeless or buying items. It makes my heart almost burst with pride to be friends with these people. They have been so selfless in buying items and holding raffles. One of our younger members and her mum obtained thermals, waterproof coats, waterproof boots, etc for the less fortunate – the number of items is now in the hundreds. In recent months everyone has rallied together, including a young lady who is undertaking her Duke of Edinburgh award, to fill 43 hampers of relaxing items and snack bars for staff in the COVID-19 wards, staff at the mortuary and at Eastbourne District Hospital, and also the paramedics.

We also sent out over 100 vet beds and carrier bags full of treats to four local animal charities. The ages of these amazing ladies and one chap range from eleven up to retired, and to show how selfless they are, the saying I have heard several times by members is: ‘this group helps us, as much as it does others’.

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Seaford Seafront Doggie Dos and Don’ts Observing Seaford promenade’s dog ban by-law from 1st May – 30th September Seaford is well known for its attractive and unspoiled seafront. The beach is enjoyed by visitors all year round but in particular during the warmer weather and summer season.

In order to ensure the comfort and ease of all beach users, a dog ban by-law was put in place from 1st May to 30th September on certain parts of the seafront.

Seaford Town Council would like to remind all dog walkers visiting the seafront to please take care in observing the dog ban areas, which differ for the promenade and beach itself, and are in effect from Frankie’s Beach Café leading west to the start of Bönningstedt Promenade.

There are signs along the promenade displaying the designated areas either for ‘Dogs on Leads’ or ‘No Dogs Allowed’.

Dog owners are also reminded to please pick up after your pets; this allows all users to enjoy the beach safely.

To report an issue with dog fouling or breaches of the by-law, please inform Lewes District Council’s Neighbourhood First team online at https://www. lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk/environmental-problems/ neighbourhood-first/ or report it through the District Council’s ‘Report It’ smartphone app.

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Seaford Inner Wheel Goes International Tri-annually we hold an International Convention and this year we were due to meet in Jaipur India.

Needless to say we were unable to do this in 2021 and the Convention was cancelled last year. The Indian organisers would not take this lying down, so they got together with The International Committee and decided to run our first ever convention on line. It may sound easy but what a lot of planning and work went into creating our very first virtual convention, and in so little time. Two of our members from the Seaford club took part, and we really enjoyed it. By holding Notice: This issue of Seaford Scene has been distributed by an independent delivery company. Please note that Seaford Scene is not responsible for any other publicity material that is delivered at the same time as the magazine. If you have any issues regarding the delivery of Seaford Scene, please contact MA Distribution www.madistribution.co.uk

the convention online, the number of members who participated, increased by well over 25%.

The voting was done simultaneously throughout the world (fortunately at BST!) and was certainly as well if not better organised than during past years. The whole conference could be enjoyed at any time to suit each delegate. There were also a number of rooms to visit, shopping, virtual tours of the major Indian cities and learning centres from sari folding to yoga. There was also the ability to chat with other Inner Wheel members around the world. Instead of speakers this year we were treated to dance displays from a number of Eastern countries. We would normally meet socially twice during the convention, but unfortunately this was of course impossible this year. To be honest, having spent eight hours per day looking at my screen I did not think I would have been up for it!!

Inner Wheel will celebrate its century in 2024, and we have been awarded the convention that year in Manchester where it all began. Lots of hard work for us all, but we are all delighted.

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Seaford CARES UPDATE To re-iterate: Early last year the South Downs National Park Trust submitted an application for £2.5 million to the National Lottery fund for the Ouse Valley CARES project. It was called CARES to stand for Climate Action, Resilient Ecosystems and Sustainability and also to remind us ALL that we have an urgent need to look after our environment which is suffering from climate change and loss of so many plant and animal species because of destruction of their habitats. And to do this will require that we all change the way we live on this Earth – that is what sustainability represents!

The Ouse Valley CARES project covers the Ouse Valley – from Barcombe, through Lewes, to Newhaven and then to the coastal towns of Peacehaven and Seaford. We all live alongside the Ouse river, which has flooded in the past and could certainly do so again in the future, causing so much damage (for those of you who remember 1986 and Lewes floods).

Climate change is causing the ice caps at the North and South Poles to melt and sea levels to rise. Those communities inland will be affected by river floods and we in Seaford with our 4-mile beach and unprotected coastline will be subjected to flooding from the river, the sea and storms.

The communities involved in the project are all designing and planning things we can do to lessen the effects of climate change. These are often quite small things but together they can add up to something significant. And that is important: the accumulative effect of so many individual actions.

The climate on planet Earth is changing – as David Attenborough and many others have been telling us, because of our actions. We have burned so many fossil fuels – coal, gas, wood – to make electricity, heat our homes, drive our cars, power our factories, fly our planes etc. that our air is changing. It contains more carbon dioxide than it used to and that makes it heavier, more ‘blanket-like’ and so the surface of the Earth is warming up. Then the ice melts etc… But there is another thing that goes on too – the weather gets more extreme – more storms, more heat waves,

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Things get out of balance. So what can we DO? It seems a daunting task.

The Seaford CARES project is part of the bid and has been developed by Seaford Community Partnership who’s aim is to make Seaford a better place to live, work and relax in – and if we are successful in being awarded part of this National Lottery grant, it certainly will be! While the months have been flying by, Seaford CARES members have been beavering away, dreaming, planning, Zoom-ing, talking, inviting others to join in… and making progress with the six projects we have chosen to be our part of the lottery bid – all of them inviting community involvement: The biggest and most ambitious is to treble the size of the Ouse Estuary Nature Reserve. We plan to do it by hopefully purchasing the extra land; by active community engagement in developing and managing the final scheme; and by making a significant contribution to offset the impact of climate change by re-wilding the area and reducing the effect of flooding.

The planned reserve will stretch from the river, all the way across to Bishopstone station area.

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At the other end of the beach towards Splash Point, we have the Cliff Gardens project, where we want to create a ‘Climate Change’ Beach Garden to replace the current un-made-up road by Southern Water’s Pumping Station. It will be created so that residents and volunteers are fully involved in its design and eventual maintenance; Seaford Head School will be able to use it as an educational resource; information boards will raise awareness of climate change issues; a cycle path will be created joining existing ones and there will be ready access for the disabled. Also by incorporating the meadow in the adjacent pump field, biodiversity will be increased by the creation of a

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‘green corridor’ of plants and hedgerows between the town and the Downs.

Throughout the town a network of Trees, Hedgerows and Mini-Meadows will be created.

This ambitious plan will involve so many people in the community working together to provide rich habitats and green corridors for wildlife; and a resilient community that understands and is taking steps to mitigate the effects of climate change. We are creating a strategic plan for increasing tree and hedgerow cover, and flowering plants; working closely with stakeholders, including the Seaford Environmental Alliance and local schools; and mapping and surveying the town’s road verges and green spaces. To set this project rolling, we are creating pilot schemes in three areas – schools; hedgerows and mini-meadows.

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But of course all this work is only part of what is needed for a successful Lottery fund application.

The other hugely important part is to motivate and encourage EVERYONE to be aware of what we all need to do and to want to be part of it. So much has been going on in Seaford for a long time before this Lottery bid came into existence – all those environmental groups working relentlessly for a cleaner environment: Plastic free Seaford, Refill Seaford and many others. There is also the recently formed SEA – Seaford Environmental Alliance, whose main aim is to raise awareness of the issues of climate change and promote sustainable living. We are delighted to work alongside them and acknowledge their huge contribution and efforts. We are optimistic that this lottery award can make all our aspirations more attainable. Then there is the Seaford Town Council Climate Change Working Party who has declared Seaford a Climate Emergency Zone. We all know the challenge we face and in the spirit of Community are planning a Climate Action day – A GREENER SEAFORD on 1st August.

If you want to be part of this community action: to offer your expertise, enthusiasm, creativity and handson work, please let us know. There is so much to do and it involves every single one of us. Remember, what you do will make a difference.

Please contact: seapartners@gmail.com and we will respond.

Hilary Miflin (Communications Seaford CARES) Photos from top: The Pump field – with careful mowing regimes, a Sea Meadow for use as an outdoor classroom for schools; The Cliff Gardens project: from camper van park to educational garden, cycle track and foot path to the sea.

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Seaford u3a News The coronavirus and lockdowns have taken a toll on the happiness index of most people, and the long cold spring has done little to dispel the gloom. We think of things as they used to be and we have a long way to go to get back to what we used to take for granted as ‘normal’.

Fortunately, there are more things to look forward to as summer approaches.

Seaford u3a is getting ready to reopen with a summer buffet party and our usual coffee mornings as soon as we are allowed to do so. Meanwhile our members enjoy free Zoom talks, some by our own members which reflect their interests, and some by professional speakers.

Members who are unsure about using Zoom are given support by those who lead on technology in our u3a.

The coffee mornings are continuing by Zoom.

Early in April we had a presentation from an experienced retired police officer and detective who is also a tour guide in London. The subject was the poisoning and murder of Alexander Litvienenko. We looked at his life, death and the reasons why he was murdered using the radioactive nerve agent Polonium 210. The talk was very clear and well illustrated. There was the opportunity to ask questions and discuss points raised. We found out what happened to his family for example. Our espionage speaker who presented the talk on Alexander Litvienenko will give us another treat in July when we will hear about the mysterious death of a codebreaker and agent found dead in strange circumstances in 2010.

The talk which followed could not have been more different. Jenny Mallin is a published author whose great, great, great grandmother Wilhelmena Hardy was Anglo-Indian, born in India in 1828. Jenny told us about her family tree and how all the women of her family from that ancestor were born and lived in India.

The link between them all was a handwritten recipe book which was started by Wilhelmena in 1844 to which recipes were added by each generation. As the women had visited and lived in diverse areas of India the recipes reflected those found in different areas of that huge country, which at the time seemed to have little in common by way of ingredients and dishes. Most of the recipes had a strong Indian influence because the Anglo-

Indian women would have Indian cooks who added spices and sauces to English dishes. A recipe for spiced scrambled eggs sounded delicious and was known as Rufty-Tufty.

The recipe book was more than just a cook book – it was an exercise in social history which reflected an era gone by. Wilhelmena was alive in the time of the East India Company, before the British Raj, and the history of this one family ran through until the British were beginning to be unwelcome in India in the 1940s when the speaker’s parents left India for England. A family legacy which the speaker had commemorated in her talk and a book which she has published.

Seaford u3a is continuing to host Zoom talks at least once a month. For more information about Seaford u3a (particularly pre-Covid) 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.

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What’s On in June Thurs 3rd – Weds 9th

Sunday 13th

Crypt Gallery, 23 Church St

The Flint Halls, Folkington Manor near Polegate BN26 5SD

Colour Wave

Thurs:1 - 5pm, Fri to Weds: 10am - 5pm Artworks by Lynn Beck and Linda Wells. www. thecryptgallery.com

Saturday 5th

Dr Bike

Salts Café, Richmond Rd, Salts Recreation Ground BN25 1DR 10am - 12 noon

Covid restrictions dependant.

Free bike safety check. No labour charge, all parts fitted at cost price.Voluntary donations to Seaford Down’s Syndrome & Special Needs Support Group.

Sunday 6th

Boot, Craft and Produce Fair

Martello Fields West, Seaford 7.30am stallholders, 9am - 1pm public

Low pitch fee, free car parking, refreshments available. www. seafordrotary.org.uk

Seaford Music Society

Seaford Baptist Church, Belgrave Road 3pm and 6pm

South Downs Baroque 4pm and 6.30pm

Julia Bishop (violin), Nicholas Houghton (chamber organ) present Bach, Biber, Schmelzer and Buxtehude. Tickets £20 + booking fee – pre-book online only. www.trybooking.co.uk/ BANR. Enquiries: 07960 039740

Wednesday 16th

World Refill Day

Calling on all individuals and businesses to join the refill revolution and say goodbye to single-use plastic for good.

Refill your water bottles at water points in Seaford, see page 76.

Thursday 17th

Saltmarsh Sessions

Saltmarsh Farmhouse, Seven Sisters Country Park, East Dean Road BN25 4AD 7-12 midnight

The summer launch party, with GrooveZoo, an 8-piece party band, delicious farmhouse bbq – vegan options available and full bar. Tickets £30 from: www.saltmarshsessions.co.uk

Wednesday 23rd

Sebastian Comberti, cello; and Maggie Cole, piano, featuring works by Beethoven: Sonata in A and Variations, David Popper, Romance, and Schumann: the 5 Pieces in Folk Style. Also in memory of Kenneth V. Jones, 2 Contrasts for solo cello. Tickets booked in advance – email: treasurer@seafordmusicsociety. com, tel: 01323 491601. More details at: www.seafordmusicsociety.com

Seaford & District Neighbourhood Watch AGM

Fri 11th – Fri 25th

11am - 5pm

Sandra Chessum Crypt Gallery, 23 Church St

Local painter who’s work will be displayed in the gallery windows. www.thecryptgallery.com

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Online via Zoom

For more information and to join the mailing list visit: www. sandbnhw.org

Thursday 24th

The Long House Open Garden

West Dean BN25 4AL Proceeds to All Saints Church, Westdean and village projects.£6, children free, no dogs. Lunches, teas and plant sale. Free parking. www. thelonghousegarden.co.uk

Friday 25th

The Crypt June Challenge

23 Church Street, Seaford

Closing date for the Crypt June Challenge, page XX www.the cryptgallery.com

Saturday 26th

Dr Bike

Paradise Park, Avis Rd, Newhaven BN9 0DH 10am - 12 noon

Covid restrictions dependant.

Free bike safety check. No labour charge, all parts fitted are cost price. Donations can be made to Seaford Down’s Syndrome and Special Needs Support Group.

Sat 26th – Sat 3rd July

Silent Sentinels – Katy Oxborrow

Greenhavens Network For more information email: greenhavens@yahoo.com or Facebook: Greenhavens Network.

Martello Rotary Seaford

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

Newhaven, Peacehaven & Seaford Lions Club For more information visit www.npslions.co.uk or email: lionpresident@npslions.co.uk.

Tel: 0345 833 5981.

Facebook: @NPSLions

Seaford Bridge Club

The Esplanade, Seaford Online Tues: 2pm and Weds and Fri: 7pm

Open daily, 11am - 5pm

We welcome new members and provide support to those not familiar with online bridge.

For more details visit: www. bridgewebs.com/seaford/home

21st June - 12th Aug

Seaford Museum and Heritage Society

Crypt Gallery, 23 Church St

An exhibition of paintings

by Katy Oxborrow. www. thecryptgallery.com

Driftwood Open Garden

Bishopstone, Seaford BN25 2RS 10am - 12pm

Open for NGS: 21st June, 13th July, 1st Aug. Pre-paid tickets only, £5, from www.ngs.org.uk.

Private visits also from 21st June to 12th Aug, tickets £8.50. www.driftwoodbysea.co.uk

What’s On Weekly?

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. www.seafordmuseum.co.uk Facebook: Seaford Museum.

Seaford Photographic Society For more information visit www.seafordps.org and get in touch via the ‘contact’ button.

Seaford Rotary

Clubs/ Organisations

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

Paradise Park, Avis Rd, Newhaven BN9 0DH

Seaford Stamp & Postcard Club

Drawing Workshops

Last Monday of the month 9.30 - 11.30am £14 per

session. Contact Lesley Harvey on 07722 236741

Seaford Constitutional Club, Crouch Lane 7pm for 7.30pm

Members night showing stamps J K and L. All stamp and

postcard collectors welcome.

Tel 01323 492433 www.seafordstampclub.co.uk

Seaford u3a

Seaford Baptist Church

Sundays 11am. Join us for church UK,

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.

YouTube: Seaford Baptist Church online.

Trees for Seaford

Sundays 9.30am: Communion 11.15am:

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

Community

Bereaved by Suicide Support: East Sussex

We provide assistance for those bereaved by suicide.

Support can be face-to-face, via the telephone or Zoom.

We also run support groups providing the chance to meet others who have been through similar experiences. For further details contact Kellie on 07542 305419 or email Kellie.leyton@ sussexcommunity.org.uk

Newhaven Country Market

Hillcrest Community Centre, Bay Vue Road BN9 9LH

Every Thursday, 10am 12.30pm. Wide range of stalls and the Hillcrest Café. Free parking, disabled access, toilets.

Seaford Allotments

Sutton Drove, Seaford For more information, contact sec.seaford.allot@gmail.com

Friends of Tide Mills

Tide Mills near Seaford and Bishopstone

Third Sunday of the month 10am - 12 noon.

Meet at beach end of old village road. help us care for this special place. Email: brianjimskinner@gmail.com

St Leonard’s & St Luke’s Sunday Worship Online Informal worship Use link on www.seafordparish.org.uk Watch live or on demand all week! ‘Come as you are’.

Music

Splash Point Jazz Club

‘Splash Point Jazz’ on Facebook and YouTube Thursdays 7pm

Free livestream gig – multiple cameras, grand piano, studioquality sound. Free. Search Splash Point Jazz at www. facebook.com and youtube. com

Sport

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

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 filled in and sent back in advance for safety reasons. Your maiden voyage session is approx. 90 mins. All this for only £5. Each row after this is then only £3.

For more information email: membership@ngrc.co.uk.

Email: fran@seafordscene.co.uk for your July What’s On events by 7th June.

Nordic Walking Taster Sessions 1-1

Seaford Tennis Club

30-45 minutes. Try out the technique to improve fitness, posture, and stamina. Poles provided. Tel: 01323 891492.

Email: kathrynmcdonald2@ googlemail.com

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

Belgrave Rd BN25 2HE

Seaford

Play from 8am-10pm

Pilates with Karen

Seahaven Yoga

www.pilatesstudio seaford.co.uk Monday 10-11.15am:

The Chapel Rooms, St Peter’s Church, Belgrave Rd BN25 2HE

Mindful Pilates for Back Care, live online class.

7-8.15pm: Pilates Fusion, live online class.

Weds 9.30-10.30am: Pilates for Everybody, live online class.

Thursday 10-11am: Chairbased Exercise, live online class.

if weather permits. Tel/text: 01323 892638 or 07983 622840. Email: seahavenyoga@ btinternet.com www.seahavenyoga.co.uk

Pilates Fusion, live online class.

Yin Yoga in the Havens

Saturday 10-11.15am:

The Pilates Studio at Seaford Osteopathic Clinic will re-open again for 1:1 & 2:1 personal tuition as soon as guidelines permit.

In-person group classes at Seaford Baptist Church on Monday and

Thursday evenings will resume when possible. Tel: 07944 785520.

Email: karenmoves@gmail.com

Pumped

Join our fun, affordable, sweaty classes today. Facebook: Pumped Bootcamps, Instagram: pumpedbootcamp

Qigong 1-1 Sessions Seaford

30-60 minutes. Improve breathing, strength, stamina, flexibility and be mindful in the moment. Free – have fun! Tel: 01323 891492. Email: kathryn mcdonald@googlemail.com

In Balance Yoga Online

Online/in person

Hatha Yoga connecting movement with the breath.

Floor based stretches and and standing postures. All ages/abilities welcome. Full schedule at www.in-balance. org.uk or to book, contact Sophie: 07444 549859 Email: inbalancesussex@gmail.com

Tuesdays 10.30am, Thursdays 7pm Yoga in the garden continues

Thursday 9.30am 10.45am online Fridays 5.45pm - 7pm

The Practice Space, Newhaven (currently online via thepracticespace.co.uk, payment by donation). Email: jacqui.johnston@hotmail.co.uk.

Tel: 07816 154644

Yoga and Sound Baths Private Studio in Newhaven

Sound Baths: Sunday afternoon Therapeutically healing and

relaxation plus re-energizing experiential sessions.

70+ Yoga: Tuesday: 10-11.30am

Joint freeing mobility sessions, breathing techniques plus relaxation with Senior British Wheel of Yoga Teacher Trainer/ ex Army Nurse.

Progressing in Yoga Wednesday: 7.30-9pm

Small group with guidance by advanced dual qualified senior tutor in ‘Know Yoga, Know Peace, No Yoga, No Peace’.

Mixed Ability Yoga Wednesday: 10-11.30am

Small group and individual support with Senior Yoga Teacher. Empower yourself, improve your health, calm your mind. Tel: Janet 01273 512306 or email: samtosha4u@btinternet.com

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