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Happy New Year! I hope you all had restful Christmas breaks, and are raring to go in 2016 – we have certainly got another exciting year ahead of us at Sussex Living with lots of great things planned. Getting the year off to a flying start, we have got a fab ‘It’s a New You’ feature with health, fitness for both the mind and body and beauty all rolled into one. Check it out from page 20 and kick start your way to feeling fantastic. After all, I can’t be the only one feeling a little ‘festive’ round the middle! Why not give your home and garden the new year treatment as well? Lisa de Silva gives us her tips and trends for what’s hot in 2016, from colours to technology - page 45. And keeping your garden in check (p50), Flo Whitaker reminds us to keep watering! Roger Linn has been digging in his history books and has unearthed a fascinating story for us, all about Devil’s Dyke and the intrepid Victorians (p6). Tanis and I had our own adventure recently when we paid a visit to the West Sussex Record Office in Chichester. This building is positively humming with thousands of stories from Sussex history, and the resulting article starting on page 55 is the beginning of a new feature. Look out for it in the coming months! I hope you like our zingy cover this month - our thanks and gratitude go to both The New Inn and Marram Trading Company in Hurstpierpoint for letting us do our photoshoot in their premises, and to Fat Fish for the crushed ice! From all of us at Sussex Living, we wish all our readers and advertisers a prosperous year ahead.
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The deepest dry valley in the world, Devil’s Dyke was once more than the beautiful walks and views it affords it’s many visitors. Roger Linn unearths this extraordinary story, still scarred in the earth today
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Nowadays Devil’s Dyke, situated six miles or so north of Brighton, is simply a renowned beauty spot covering some 200 acres of stunning downland and affording what the artist Constable described as the “the grandest view in the world”. North, the panorama takes in the entire sweep of the towns and villages, farms, fields and woods that make up the weald of Sussex and the eye is lead all the way to the faint purple line of the North Downs. To the south is the ever-changing, majestic sight of the English channel, swept by its cloud-driven kaleidoscope of light and shade. The far southerly horizon offers a parade of merchant shipping; tankers, bulk carriers, and container vessels all making their stately way down channel en route to the world’s
ports. While away to the west, on a clear day, one can see the misty outline of the Isle of Wight. The Dyke itself is a steep sided gulley some 700 feet deep and three quarters of a mile long. Supposedly created by the Devil in a failed attempt to flood the churches of the weald, it is the deepest dry valley in the world. Today the area is popular with dog walkers, hang gliders, mountain bikers and walkers on the South Downs Way. However, busy though the Dyke is today, it is nothing compared to its Victorian heyday, when on Whit Monday 1893 some 30,000 people visited. How they got there and what they all did when they arrived is an extraordinary story. Throughout the 19th century, people had been coming out from Brighton to take the air on the Dyke. There, they could be refreshed in an early version of a tea room, or from the mid 1800s onwards in one of the previous versions of the Dyke Hotel - of which there have been at least four, including continued on page 8
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opposite sides of the valley some 650 feet apart and 230 feet above the ground. A cable was strung between them and two cars each capable of carrying four people were pulled, swinging and swaying, back and forth by a small oil-powered engine. All that remains of the cableway now are the two concrete plinths upon which the edifice was constructed, but just looking across the gulf can make your head swim. The Victorians were certainly intrepid. When I visited, I found that on one of the platforms there was a posy of wildflowers and a chalked message saying “Fairies welcome”. The aerial cableway was followed in 1897 by the construction of a ‘Steep Grade Railway’ which ran down the precipitous north slope of the Down towards the village of Poynings. The
two open-sided carriages could take fourteen people each and for the princely sum of 2p each way, day trippers could have a thrilling descent from the tiny station at the top, to stroll around in a field at the bottom. The remains of the top station and the clear line of the track are still visible today, but the foot of the hill is now thick woodland grown over the hundred years or so since the little funicular closed. Both these attractions had closed by 1909 and the funfair steadily lost its attraction for the Edwardian generation, but the railway continued to chug its way slowly up from Hove - so slowly in fact that it was said passengers could pick blackberries on the way. Throughout the 20s and 30s generations of golfers in their tweed plus fours and caps the size of aircraft carriers were carried to their golf and at the end of the day were eased out of the clubhouse by the Steward who was charged with ensuring that the members did not miss the last train. The very last train to the Dyke ran on the 31st December 1938 and subsequently the tracks were picked up to help with the war effort. Devil’s Dyke is now managed by the National Trust as a part of the South Downs National Park and although the railway has long gone, you can still take a trip out from Brighton to the top of the Downs on an open top bus. And it is still one of life’s great pleasures.
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Ditchling Players auditions We are just finishing our autumn production ‘Nightmare’ by Norman Robbins and do hope that you managed to get along and see it. It was a lot of hard work for everyone both on and off stage but what makes it all worthwhile is when we have an audience and we know that some of you support us at every production. Turning now to 2016, our spring production (performance 11th to 14th May 2016) is to be directed by Jill Hewer and will be ‘Blithe Spirit’ by Noel Coward. For those of you not familiar with the play it was first produced in the West End in 1941 and revolves around Charles Condomine who brings in Madame Acarti (the unforgettable Margaret Rutherford and latterly Angela Lansbury) to rid him of the spirit of his first wife, Elvira, who has appeared following a previous séance. As well as Charles and Madame Acarti the cast consists of Ruth (his second wife), their friends Dr & Mrs Bradman and the maid, Edith. An audition for this production is being held at the Ditchling Village Hall
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Round Table party The Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath and District Round Table will be swinging into action again this year when they will be hosting their annual party specifically aimed at the elderly members of our community. The Swingtime Sweethearts have been booked to provide the entertainment and they will be singing a wide range of songs from the 1940s, wartime and
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BY RUTH LAWRENCE
ADVERTISING FEATURE
Movers
& Shakers Once you have met Jane Todd and the team at Flint & Co in Haywards Heath, you will realise that moving house can actually be a hassle free and dare I say it – pleasant experience
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Having moved seven times in the past decade I’m no stranger to estate agents, so I was keen to meet Jane Todd. Her agency, Flint and Co, is proving there is a far better way to buy and sell property. Having worked in the business for 28 years in the volatile London market, Jane was determined to establish a softer and more friendly approach to the business. This style of agency has brought the company considerable success after just two years on Haywards Heath’s bustling South Road. Flint and Co is welcoming from the word go; comfy sofas and homely lighting are a world away from the brash, impersonal premises of some agencies. Potential buyers are provided with professionally photographed, triple fold out particulars of the properties that appeal to them, complete with floor plan and an honest description. Jane has noticed a large influx of London buyers who are finding the 40 minute commute and affordable property attracting them to Haywards Heath and Burgess Hill. Both towns are benefiting from regeneration
and Jane has been achieving record prices this year. “It’s rare now that I value a house which hasn’t come through personal recommendation,” Jane told me, adding that, “we work really hard for the vendor and don’t just base our valuations on past sales.” Jane and her team ensure that the same care and attention is lavished on selling a modest terrace house as they would for a substantial family house set in grounds; testimonials left by satisfied clients prove that they go the extra mile. One lady commented that they sold her house “after only a few days with two asking price offers considerably higher than local agents valued it for” and said they “have been fantastic at sorting out everything else since then.” Another delighted client wrote how “Jane’s fabulous team answered all our queries with professionalism, honesty, friendliness and a welcome sense of humour”. Jane’s commitment to the local community is demonstrated by Flint and Co’s continued sponsorship of Lindfield Primary
School and support for St Peter and St James Hospice and the Kangaroos Children’s Charity. For the second year running Flint & Co have hosted Christmas drinks in their office, inviting both past clients and local business contacts to help them celebrate another successful year. With a range of properties on their books, from starter flats to country houses, Flint and Co are firmly established as agents with an impeccable reputation and a superb sales track record. When most agents are slowing down, the office is buzzing with house sales being agreed well into the middle of December. 2016 certainly looks to be another record breaker for an agency with a rare combination of professionalism, honesty and total attention to their client’s needs.
FLINT & CO 113 South Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 4LR 01444 627762 jane@flintandcompany.co.uk www.flintandcompany.co.uk
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ADVERTISING FEATURE
BY LISA DE SILVA
Look we have Gardiner Opticians has always prided itself on delivering high quality customer service from friendly, experienced staff and now this welcoming practice has another cause for celebration – it has moved into spacious new premises offering clients the latest in modern eye care technology and equipment “We’re all thrilled with the new building. We’ve got lots more space, it’s a more convenient location for clients and we’re fully equipped to provide the highest level of eye care,” explains owner, Catriona Gardiner.
“The staff and dispensers here are wonderful. They are all highly experienced, know everyone by name and are happy to go that extra mile for all of our clients” In fact, the practice is not moving far from its old location in Church Walk, Burgess Hill, as the new shop can be found a short distance away in Church
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Road. The building was formerly Dockerills the Ironmongers and, working with local architects and builders Clive Voller Associates and Robert Simpson Construction, Catriona was able to retain the old character of this much-loved building. This combination of old and new reflects Gardiner Opticians’ philosophy. “There had been an opticians on our old site for 30 years. I took over the practice when the previous owner, Wendy Carey, retired but I’ve always strived to retain the traditional values of personal service and genuine client care that was at the heart of the business,” says Catriona. “The move means we can build on this reputation within a contemporary spacious environment, with all the latest eye care and computer technology needed to modernise
the business.” Catriona had worked alongside Wendy for 12 years, before taking over the business in 2012, but sharing the same ethos of genuine client care meant that both staff and clients have remained incredibly loyal. “The staff and dispensers here are wonderful. They are all highly experienced, know everyone by name and are happy to go that extra mile for all of our clients. Nova’s been here over twenty-three years and I don’t think we’ll ever let her retire!” laughs Catriona. As an independent, Gardiner Opticians can always bring that personal touch to client relationships and treatment. What’s more, it is also free to choose which suppliers and products are stocked. This is an www.sussexliving.com
moved! aspect of the business that Catriona really enjoys and she prides herself on constantly introducing new lines and brands, experimenting with modern styles and colours, offering a wide choice of both classic and contemporary glasses. New brands include Calvin Klein, the French brand, Chloé and Scandinavian styling from Öga, all stocked alongside a range which includes Nike, Silhouette, Elle, Lightec and Esprit. More recently the practice has noticed a trend away from traditional metal to more adventurous acetate frames. While thicker style frames remain popular, the Scandinavian influence in all things design has seen a more minimalistic look emerge. The use of innovative materials such as titanium and carbon fibre results in lightweight designs with a more subtle approach to colour. “It’s really important when you’re wearing glasses everyday to get the right choice for you, in terms of styling and comfort,” explains Catriona. “All of our staff and dispensers really
know their stuff, which means they can offer great advice in helping clients choosing frames. Our main concern is that everyone leaves feeling happy and satisfied.” The store also stocks an impressive range of specialist sports eyewear and contact lenses. As technology has advanced, most prescriptions are suitable for contact lenses and it seems that the trend for daily disposables is showing no signs of slowing down. “Disposable contact lenses are really popular these days as they’re so convenient. People like the fact that you don’t have to clean them, there’s a reduced chance of infection as deposits don’t have a chance to build up on the lenses, they’re great for most sports and they’re a good option for those who have to wear glasses all the time as it gives them the chance to have a break from wearing spectacles,” says Catriona. In fact, the practice has seen a growing trend in clients adopting a mix and match approach to wearing both glasses and contact lenses. Eye health is vital for quality
of life and regular eye tests are always recommended. “Eye tests are important because as well as giving people an idea of their general eye health, we also screen for various eye conditions. Some of these have few initial symptoms, but like all health issues, the earlier problems can be detected the better the outcome, as it limits the damage being done.” Catriona explains that regular eye tests are particularly important for children, diabetics, those with a family history of glaucoma, the elderly and those buying off the peg reading glasses. As natural changes occur to your vision in your forties and early fifties, an eye test can help to explain what is happening to your vision now and what to expect over the coming years. Gardiner Opticians is also proud to be part of the Acute Community Eye Service (ACES), a free NHS community service which works with local GPs to assess and manage certain medical eye conditions. Alongside her work at Gardiner Opticians, Catriona also works at the Princess Royal and Sussex Eye Hospital as a specialist paediatric optometrist. “I’m very lucky to be able to have two very different jobs which I love. At the hospital it’s great to work within a team and I enjoy working with the children. At Gardiner Opticians, I love getting to know my clients and building up relationships with them.” With the whole team at Gardiners committed to maintaining their reputation for excellent care and service, you can be sure of a warm and friendly welcome at their wonderful new practice.
Anne Jones MBE, Mayor of Burgess Hill formally opens the new premises
GARDINER OPTICIANS Opening times: Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:30pm, Sat 9:00am-1:00pm 9 Church Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 9BB 01444 248277 info@gardineropticians.co.uk www.gardineropticians.co.uk
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Wellbeing
by Amy Newson
Mind
Games Limber up, stretch it out and feel the burn! Incorporating a mental workout into your exercise regime will make you feel switched-on, quick-witted and full of life – what are you waiting for?
In January our thoughts turn to our health. For most this may come in the form of healthy eating and exercise, but bear in mind that while looking after our bodies by keeping active is important, it is equally important to make sure your mind is also kept in use as well as relaxed. A healthy body can help towards a healthy mind, and vice versa. In this day and age, it is easy to feel stressed and anxious on a regular basis, due to the fast pace of life in the 21st century. Keeping your mind busy and healthy can help combat some of these modern-day stresses, while learning to focus your awareness on the present moment through meditation and by practicing yoga, thi chi or Pilates can be very effective in keeping you feeling energised and comfortable in your own skin. There are other methods of keeping your mind going that are even easier – and so much
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more fun than you may think. Something as easy and enjoyable as reading a book helps exercise your cognitive skills and helps increase your vocabulary. Choosing a novel you find a bit challenging and makes your brain really work will not only have mental benefits but escaping into a fictional world is also relaxing. Doing jigsaw puzzles, solving maths problems, crosswords, Sudoku puzzles and playing card games are all ways to have a mental ‘workout’, but if you want to do something a bit more social just whip out those really challenging board games at home and get the family round for a friendly game. Alternatively, you could end your brisk winter walk at your local pub and join in on quiz night – these may not always be known for their intelligent questions, but are so much fun and will keep your mind whirring as the questions fly thick and fast. Try to combine your physical and mental workout: let’s say, when you are out jogging
or walking the dog, practise becoming aware of your feelings, thoughts and bodily sensations. Being aware of your stream of consciousness may seem like an unusual thing to do, but getting rid of the hustle and bustle of modern day life gives you a sense of serenity and relaxation, that you will only get from spending some oneon-one time with yourself. Winter is a great time for this as nature hibernates and the quiet and peace of the countryside becomes even more apparent. It doesn’t matter how old you are, keeping your mind stimulated is always a good thing; learn something new: a language or even taking a cooking class will add to your skill set and keep your mind engaged and challenged. It also helps in coming up with a witty comment when you need one – and everyone needs one of those once in a while.
Doing jigsaw puzzles, solving maths problems, crosswords, Sudoku puzzles and playing card games are all ways to have a mental ‘workout’
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It’s a New You!
wellbeing
Say Hi to the new improved you, with the help of these great services Emma Ross Osteopathy
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Based in Hassocks and Hove. 01273 843380 07860 470081 www.emma-ross-osteopathy.com emmaross.30@icloud.com Like my Facebook page Emma Ross osteopathy
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Osteopath with 27 years experience. Start the year as you mean to go on and come and see if I can help with any of your aches and pains.
Energy is the spark of life and the foundation of health. If you are keen to recharge your energy and health, book a free consultation today and let Dr Simi Khanna (30yrs Medical experience) help you with your personalised programme. Dr Simi Khanna
Falcon Health
Virtual Gastric Band
Back & neck pain? Headaches & migraine? Sciatica & leg pain? • A full consultation with our Chiropractors. • Orthopaedic, neurological and bio-mechanical examination • A thorough explanation of our findings. All for £40 (usual cost £45 - £105) Exp. 31st March 2016
Want to feel and look your best this year? We can help with our Virtual Gastric Band Programme. Lose weight and re-train your brain. Feel confident and love your new figure. Call Nicola to find out more 01444 819075 www.nicolaprestonbell.com
01444 257555 66A Church Walk, Burgess Hill
Burgess Hill Accupuncture Clinic
The range of treatments we offer have evolved over many thousands of years. Where conventional medicine cannot help, we often can, especially in the relief of pain. So do contact us to see what we can do for you. Suite 4, 1 Teknol House, Victoria Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 9LH 07735 083316 info@midsussexacupuncture.co.uk www.midsussexacupuncture.co.uk
Healthwyze
Metabolic Balance® The all natural weight management system offering long-term success. Not a diet but an easy to follow nutritional programme. The perfect selection of natural foods to stimulate your metabolism and key hormones. Suzanne Sawyer Dip ION.CNHC mBANT 01273 834246 07836 632176 info@healthwyze.co.uk www.healthwyze.co.uk
Meridian Osteopath
Treat your body - enjoy free movement. 30% discount for all New Patient bookings in January & February – use discount code – MERIDIAN. • Osteopathy and Sports massage • Experienced practitioners • Lovely welcoming clinic • Online booking available Meridian Osteopath, 30 Railway Approach, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1BP 01342 326708 info@meridianosteopath.uk www.meridianosteopath.uk
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Feeling sluggish? Now is the time to rid yourself of waste toxins and feel great with Robert Gray’s gentle and effective colon cleanse, suitable for all lifestyles. 20% off all Robert Gray’s products in January with code: JANRG on our website. 01342 410303 www.bestcare-uk.com S u ss e x L i v i n g January 2016
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FITNESS
BY ROBERT VEITCH
The Forest Way The Forest Way started life back in 1866 as a railway line. Today, this rural pathway is a haven for walkers, horse riders, cyclists and an abundance of wildlife Back in 1866 the sound that interrupted the chorus of birdsong emanated from the steam engine, from the fi rst trains running along the recently opened Three Bridges to Tunbridge Wells Central Line. It was well used but not a busy line, mostly popular with commuters between East Grinstead and Tunbridge Wells. Yet in 1967, after 101 years of timetables and ever decreasing services it was closed after Dr. Richard Beeching, then Chairman of British Rail, published “The Reshaping of British Railways”. Ironically, Beeching cut off his nose to spite his face, as this was the line he sometimes used for his daily commute to London. For five years little happened, except for nature taking it’s course. Weeds grew through what remained of the track bed and the arboreal canopy linked fi ngers high above the line, creating a long green interwoven tunnel. Railway buildings fell silent and into disrepair, while some were converted into homes.
A second life began in 1971 when East Sussex County Council purchased the line between East Grinstead and Groombridge. Three years later in 1974, it was designated a country park. For many years it was little more than a long woodland footpath,
interspersed with faded relics of once grand railway architecture. My grandparents brought my eldest sister and I here in the late 1970s. Their navy blue VW Beetle was parked at Ham Bridge near Groombridge and we walked as far as Balls Green. My sister and I felt like two of the Famous Five after stumbling across the redundant platforms at Withyham Station, but our Grandad soon explained away what appeared mysterious and ghostly to us. On the way back I found my one and only four leafed clover. My sister got stung by a wasp shortly after. The route remained an idyllic little known secret until the turn of the 21st Century, when plans to make it continued on page 24
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Weeds grew through what remained of the track bed and the arboreal canopy linked fingers high above the line
more widely used were put in place. In 2002 a hard surface was laid down along the old track bed and the footpath was upgraded to become a cycleway. Simultaneously, the route became integrated into the Sustrans National Cycle Network (Route 21). These days, the Forest Way, as it has become known, is a 10-mile (16km) linear park, a green corridor, a nature reserve, footpath, cycleway, bridleway and dog walkers paradise. Be up early enough and you can see deer grazing amongst the sheep and cattle in the fields off to the sides. Later in the day, you might see a Kingfisher or angler, fishing the upper reaches of the River Medway. The Forest Way is free to access at all times. Park users are requested to show respect for each other, keep it litter free, to leave as you find and to follow the Countryside Code. Adjoining footpaths veer away from the route, towards Weirwood Reservoir, Ashdown Forest, Pooh Bridge and the Spa Valley Railway to name just a few locations. The only gradient is between East Grinstead and Forest Row, beyond which, the route flattens out. There are also four circular walks that vary in length and difficulty, which use part of, and then deviate from the Forest Way: • The 2½ mile Green walk is from Hartfield through Lower Parrock and St Ives Farm. • The 3½ mile Orange walk is from Forest Row to Cansiron Lane. • The 3½ mile Red walk heads from Hartfield to Ham Bridge alongside the Medway. • The 4¾ mile Purple walk is from Groombridge
January Pilates Introductory Workshops
New Classes for
2016
Book on-line or phone to book an introductory class, or try them all. Mat Classes: enhanced by using bands, balls, rollers and the magic circle. Reformer Classes: using the Reformer apparatus designed by Joseph Pilates himself, and is both challenging and Reforming! Pilates on a Chair: Pilates in sitting. This is a lovely, choreographed class in sitting. Try it and see! Saturday Teenager Class: Improve posture and body awareness. Great for those with hypermobility as well as improve dance and sporting performance.
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There are plans that might one day see the Forest Way linked to the Cuckoo Trail and all the way to Eastbourne via Motts Mill to Balls Green. The only missing link in the route is a section of the current A22 that runs through East Grinstead, at the western trailhead - from the roundabout at the junction of the High Street and the Lewes Road through to East Grinstead Station. It’s named Beeching Way after Richard Beeching, who lived along the adjacent Lewes Road. The eastern trailhead at Corseley Road in Groombridge is just over a mile from Eridge Station. As well as the trailheads, access points exist in several places: Forest Row, Hartfield, Balls Green, Ham Bridge and Hendal Bridge. Each has room for a few cars to park along the roadside. Bus services stop at East Grinstead, Forest Row, Hartfield, Withyham and Groombridge. There are plans that might one day see the Forest Way linked to the Cuckoo Trail and all the way to Eastbourne. In the meantime, the western end of the route is linked to the Worth Way at East Grinstead Station. This makes it possible to get to Three Bridges traffic free, along the other half of the old Three Bridges to Tunbridge Wells Central Line. On my recent autumnal venture along the route,
all that interrupted the birdsong was the crunch underfoot, a solitary canine bark, the squeal of a bicycle brake, one singing horse rider and the sound of several happy children. The ghost of railways past has become an inspiring country playground.
further information new.eastsussex.gov.uk/leisureandtourism/countryside/walks/ forestway/ www.sustrans.org.uk
The Independent choice for expert eye care in Haywards Heath
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Now incorporating the latest technology in eye health scans: Optomap – ultra-widefield retinal imaging
Looking after the health of your eyes and your families Come and visit us for all your eye care needs Dolphin House, 33 Muster Green, Haywards Heath, RH16 4AL
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advertising feature
by lisa de silva
Regain
your health
The Alternative Healthcare in Haywards Heath is a haven for health and well-being. With an extensive range of treatments, therapies and classes, your health is of the upmost importance here, whether for a chronic disorder or general overall wellness If you are looking for an alternative way to regain your health to its fullest in the New Year, let The Alternative Healthcare revive both your health and energy. Based in Haywards Heath, the centre offers state of the art treatment rooms, a team of accomplished health professionals, a light and spacious yoga studio and a health cafe. With a welcoming and supportive vibe, whether you want to detox, de-stress or address a chronic disorder, you’ll feel better as soon as you arrive. The big idea for the centre came to owner, Melissa Toleman, after a serious health issue with her young son, which Western medicine failed to control. Melissa turned to Ayurvedic medicine as nothing else had worked. Thankfully, the Ayurvedic treatment, based on a combination of diet, massage and herbal medicine, not only worked, curing her son completely from juvenile arthritis, but proved to be a life changing experience for Melissa too. Inspired by the success of the treatment and the desire to help others, Melissa had a vision to create somewhere offering integrated healthcare, with an emphasis on treating individuals, not simply symptoms, in a supportive and caring environment. “Ayurvedic medicine is bespoke. As we all have different bodies which react to diseases and disorders in different ways, Ayurveda treats the whole person, not just the disease or the symptoms. In that sense it is truly holistic and all the treatments are designed to rebalance an individual’s physical, emotional and mental health,” she explains. The centre has an Ayurvedic doctor and consultant available for appointments, alongside a variety of therapists offering treatments which range from reiki to acupuncture, massage to hypnotherapy, shiatsu to psychotherapy. The range of treatments
on offer are constantly updated and new for 2016 are macrobiotics, astrological counselling and natural, non-invasive face lifts. The range of children’s services is also expanding to offer yoga, Kung Fu and clinical psychology. Over the coming months, the centre will be developing their programme of Packages which will include Detox, Destress, Fertility, Well Woman and Sports. Each package comes with a set number of treatments which give clients the flexibility to pick and mix according to their specific needs. The idea to integrate a whole host of health and wellbeing treatments was prompted by Melissa’s experiences when trying to get help for her son. “When Louie was ill we were sent to Brighton, then London and had appointments all over the place. I felt lost and confused and so I wanted Alternative Healthcare to be able to operate within one space, to help people feel nurtured and secure when dealing with health issues.” Another aspect of healthcare that Melissa found lacking was the actual care itself. “It’s why I decided on the name, Alternative Healthcare, with all the emphasis on care,” she tells me. A caring philosophy lies at the heart of the centre, which offers off site visits, for those unable to travel and low cost Thursdays for those on low incomes.
Common disorders and diseases that can be helped While all types of disorders and diseases can be helped, below are some of the more common health problems that the professionals at The Alternative Healthcare deal with: l
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Arthritis l Depression l Anxiety &
Panic Attacks
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disorders -
psoriasis, eczema etc l Insomnia l IBS l Lupus l ME l Infertility l Addictions l Weight
Issues l Stress l Asthma
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So, if you have been living with a chronic condition, or simply feel out of balance, make 2016 the year you help your body repair, recover and regain its vitality, with a visit to The Alternative Healthcare.
The Alternative Healthcare
The Annexe, Oathall House, 70 Oathall Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 3EN 01444 474447 info@thealternativehealthcare.com www.thealternativehealthcare.com Opening times: Mon-Fri 7.00am-7.00pm, Sat 9.00am-5.00pm
SELECTING TREATMENTS
There are four different ways to select treatments for your specific health requirements:
1 Book Direct - If you know which treatment you require, simply call up and book. 2 Ayurvedic Consultation - If you have a chronic condition, such as IBS, insomnia, psoriasis or ME, book to see the Ayurvedic doctor who will devise a programme of treatments with you. 3 Personal Advice - Call in or call up Melissa who is happy to guide and advise clients towards relevant treatments. 4 Packages - book a specific package from a choice that includes Fertility, Detox, Destress, Sports and Well Woman.
AVAILABLE TREATMENTS
This is a selection of the wide range of treatments on offer, please check The Alternative Healthcare website for more details. AYURVEDIC MEDICINE Recommended for chronic conditions. Offers holistic person-centred treatments - Ayurvedic doctor for consultation and personalised holistic diagnosis - Treatments include diet, herbal medicines and massage - Rebalances physical, emotional and mental health TALKING THERAPIES Recommended for emotional issues and supports coping with physical illness - Hypnotherapy - Emotional Freedom Technique (sometimes known as Tapping) - Contemporary psychotherapy - Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) BODYWORK THERAPIES Recommended for rehabilitation & sports injuries - Osteopathy - Thai Massage
ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES Recommended for emotional issues and supports coping with physical illness - Reiki - Acupuncture - Shiatsu MASSAGE THERAPIES Recommended for those looking for support, nurturing & re-energising - Ayurvedic Massage - Well Woman Massage - Fertility Massage LIFESTYLE THERAPIES* Recommended for daily relaxation - Yoga - Pilates - Tai Chi - Meditation & Chi Kung * Introductory offer - ÂŁ20 unlimited Lifestyle classes for 2 weeks
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HEALTH
BY AMY NEWSON
Make Mine
a
l i a t k c o M
The festivities may be done with for another year and after all the over-indulging on delicious food and drink, you probably feel like taking a break and concentrating on healthy living. Now, this doesn’t mean you should restrict your diet to lettuce leaves and water. If you are considering giving up alcohol for the month, there are drinks out there that won’t make you feel like you’re missing out on all the fun. To make your alcohol-free January an enjoyable and guiltfree experience, why not make yours a mocktail? These recipes aren’t super-sugary or boring and even have great antioxidants and healthy components. Having an alcohol-free January and trying these delicious and hydrating mocktails should leave you bursting with energy and with a heavier purse to combat those January blues. Get your friends round to show off your new mixologist techniques, or even better, get your local to make one for you!
Dry January doesn’t have to be boring. These mocktails make a marvellous alternative and are packed with wholesome and healthy ingredients to keep you feeling tip-top – just grab some friends and enjoy!
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Sussexpolitan
(serves 1)
Ingredients: • 60ml freshly squeezed orange juice • 30ml homemade mango puree (just blitz some peeled and deseeded mango in a blender for a couple of seconds) • 20ml fresh lemon juice • 15ml agave syrup • Crushed ice • 30ml cranberry juice Method: Shake the orange juice, mango puree, lemon juice and agave syrup together in a big jam jar or a cocktail shaker. Put some crushed ice into a martini glass, then add the drink and top it up with cranberry juice. Enjoy!
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Mulled Apple Juice
(serves 4)
Ingredients: • 500ml Sussex apple juice • 250ml cranberry juice • 250ml pomegranate juice • Zest and juice of an orange • 1 cinnamon stick
• 5 cloves • 2 cardamom pods • Half a tsp of grated nutmeg • 1 apple, sliced
Method: Keeping back a few slices of apple for garnish, put the rest of the ingredients into a pan and warm on a low heat for about 15-20 minutes. Make sure the pan doesn’t come to the boil, as the juice will lose its flavour. Pour into mugs and garnish with the apple slices.
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Rosemary and Blueberry Mule (serves 1)
Ingredients: • A handful of blueberries, crushed • Leaves from a small sprig of rosemary • 1 tsp of honey
Method: Mix the blueberries, rosemary leaves and honey in a jam jar or cocktail shaker. Add the lemon juice and crushed ice and shake until well combined. Use a cocktail strainer to ensure the rosemary leaves don’t escape, and pour into a tall glass, topping up with the sparkling water. Stir and serve.
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• 2 tbsp of fresh lemon juice • Crushed ice • 120ml sparkling water
Strawberry and Chamomile Martini (serves 1)
Ingredients: • 1 tbsp of elderflower cordial • Half a tbsp of agave syrup (optional) • 1 tbsp of lemon juice • 1 tbsp of orange juice • 80ml chamomile tea, cooled • 5 strawberries • 5 mint leaves • Crushed ice • Orange and lemon wedges Method: Crush the strawberries in a cocktail shaker or jam jar, while mixing with elderflower cordial, agave syrup, lemon juice and orange juice. Add the chamomile tea, mint leaves and crushed ice and shake well before tipping into a martini glass. Use the orange and lemon wedges to decorate and add a citrusy zing to the drink.
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ENVIRONMENT
BY RUTH LAWRENCE
Awakening
Missing the flutter of summer butterflies, Ruth Lawrence discovers how these delicate creatures winter out the cold months, and looks forward to their return in the spring While the New Year may herald fresh beginnings for us, nature is at her slowest; branches are bare, fields are empty and the woods are quiet and still. One of the sights I miss in winter is the glimpse of a passing butterfly. So symbolic of warm summer days, they seem to disappear once the cold weather bites. Yet all lay waiting in one of four forms throughout the darker, shorter days. Britain has nearly five dozen types of butterfly and just over half spend the winter as caterpillars, the remainder existing as either eggs or chrysalises while only six hibernate as adults. Their life cycles are perfectly timed so that the caterpillars emerge alongside their specific food plants; some depend upon a single plant and here on the South Downs, we have a perfect example of nature’s synchronicity. Caterpillars of the Chalkhill blue and Adonis blue both feed on one plant alone, horseshoe vetch, found on the unimproved chalk grassland of the Downs. If both caterpillars emerged simultaneously, they would be in competition, so the Adonis caterpillar emerges at the winter’s end and the Chalkhill six weeks later, by which time the Adonis has become a chrysalis, leaving the vetch for the hungry Chalkhill. The only adult butterflies to survive in a state of torpor over winter are the colourful species such as the Red Admiral, Brimstone, Comma, Peacock and Small Tortoiseshell. They
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lie dormant in sheds, log piles and tree hollows, waiting to be ignited by warmth. Sometimes, an uncharacteristic prolonged winter sunny spell can awaken them, which can be fatal if there is no food to sustain them. If you find a dormant butterfly over winter, leave it undisturbed so long as it is dry and sheltered; if it has woken in your house because of the central heating, some action can be taken to help it return to dormancy.
The only adult butterflies to survive in a state of torpor over winter are the colourful species such as the Red Admiral, Brimstone, Comma, Peacock and Small Tortoiseshell It can be placed in a shoe box with ventilation holes and after being kept in a cool dark place for an hour, it can be placed somewhere sheltered and dry like a woodshed to sleep out the winter. If you decide to let it remain in the box in a dry cold place, make sure you cut a couple of slits 5cm high by 1cm wide in the box so it can emerge in spring when it awakens. The coldness makes sure it does not wake before its food becomes available and the dryness avoids fatal fungal infections. Special insect hibernation boxes are available or can be built; they resemble bird boxes with the same waterproof roofs, but have slits instead of a hole in one side and can be placed with the slits facing the brightest part of the garden. For me, knowing that the butterflies are waiting out winter in one form or another makes the short days more bearable with the promise of delicate wings taking to the skies once more. www.sussexliving.com
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Give your wardrobe a January detox to feel organised, re-energised and most importantly, make room for some classic New Year bargains Are you feeling overwhelmed by the amount of clothes that are bursting out of your wardrobe? If so, it’s time to declutter your closet as the New Year begins. As most of us don’t have walk-in wardrobes, shopping for new items soon catches up with us. Decluttering does not mean throwing everything out, but rationally considering every piece you own, weighing up the level of use it gets and how much you love it. Organisation is also an important factor, as keeping your wardrobe disciplined can help weed out clothing that you haven’t worn in years and have forgotten all about. Take a look at these tips on how to start 2016 feeling unburdened and refreshed: Set up a divider line in your wardrobe – this could be a brightly coloured hanger or a colourful clothes bag – and every time you wear something put it on the right hand side of this border. After a month or two you will start to get an overall picture of which items you wear on a regular basis, and those remaining on the left hand side of the border should be carefully evaluated: are they uncomfortable or make you feel less confident? Are they a poor fit? If the answer is yes, it’s probably time to remove them from your wardrobe. Organise your closet correctly (skirts with skirts, jackets with jackets) and this will make your clothes collection a lot more transparent. It will also make it so much easier to fi nd things. Don’t throw anything away that you may later
regret: remember fashion comes in cycles, so you may want to hold on to key pieces. Get hold of some storage boxes and make use of your loft or storage space to pack away your beloved items, which are just not on trend at the moment. One small step at a time: most people have at least one thing they are sure they don’t want or need. If you are one to get attached to items, start yourself off gradually and try to get rid of something just once a week. Get hold of boxes and baskets to organise smaller items in, like bags, shoes and belts, and arrange them at the bottom of your wardrobe. Getting to your accessories will be easier and will free up some space for your clothes. Alternatively you could keep your shoes on a shoe rack for the ultimate way to see your collection in one place. Once you’ve downsized, make sure on your next shopping trip you don’t get caught up in the moment; buy clothes you love, rather than just like. Your wardrobe will remain a stress-free zone, and you won’t have the trauma of decluttering on your hands again for a while.
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It may not appeal to all, but Burns Night celebrations would not be complete without a Haggis – now the question just remains, how do you address yours? On the 25th January it’s traditional to dust off the kilt and salute all things Scottish. In our house this means hunting down a Haggis to celebrate Burns Night. Haggis is made from oatmeal, sheep’s offal (heart, liver, kidney and lungs), onion, salt and pepper. It’s a list of ingredients to make most children recoil with alarming speed. Cooking Haggis is straightforward; simply simmer for just under an hour. Unfortunately an hour seems an excruciating eternity, always feeling much longer. Eventually most of the water boils away, the kitchen windows are covered in condensation but the Haggis is ready. In our house, we don’t bother with ‘The Selkirk Grace’, piping in the Haggis, or the ‘Address to a Haggis’. It’s not that we’re disrespectful, it’s just that having waited so long for the thing to cook we are
starving hungry. Now, every Haggis I’ve ever seen has appeared dimensionally transcendental when it comes to cutting it open. No sooner has the knife made an incision than Haggis seems to overflow from the casing, fi lling the plate with alarming speed, like expanding offal foam. There’s so much of the stuff you wonder how they crammed it all in to begin with. It is wonderful to eat. I like a Haggis smothered in sauce, be it brown or red; that’s the best. I leave neeps and tatties to the purists. Sometimes we toast it with whisky, more often we just put more whisky in the Tipsy Laird that follows. In place of traditional Scottish country dancing, my good lady prefers to watch re-runs of Strictly on the iPlayer, which is fi ne with me – all those glittery outfits certainly put a smile on my face… www.sussexliving.com
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French onion soup This is a lovely, tasty, and light soup to be enjoyed all year round, but especially in the chill of January. It is easy to tweak to your own taste by adding less sugar or substituting some wine for stock, but this is how we as a family have perfected it to our tastes. We quite often make this as a starter when we are entertaining or on it’s own for a light, tasty meal. SERVES 6
French onion soup 4 large white onions 2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsp brown sugar 2 tbsp brandy 400ml dry white wine 3 pints vegetable stock Salt & pepper French baguette 150g gruyere cheese, grated Pinch of thyme Pinch of sage
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1. Peel and cut the onions in half, then finely slice them lengthways. Put the olive oil and butter into a large saucepan and heat on a medium to high heat (keep a close eye on it as you don’t want it to burn), then add all of the onions. 2. Stir the onions well so that they are covered in the oil and butter and then add all the sugar and leave to caramelise, stirring every 3-5 minutes. You want the onions to go golden brown in colour and soft, but
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not burn, which should take twenty minutes to half an hour. Don’t worry if the pan gets a little sticky and brown, just stir in some more butter if need be. 3. Add the brandy and cook out for a couple of minutes, then add all the wine and let it simmer for five minutes. 4. Make up three pints of vegetable stock. I use two vegetable stock cubes, but you can also use chicken stock if you’d rather, it’s just as good. Add a good pinch or two of sea salt and lots of pepper to
taste. Leave the soup to infuse on simmer for about twenty minutes to half an hour. 5. While you are waiting for the soup you can prepare the French bread cheese toasties. Cut the French stick into thick slices and pop under the grill to brown on both sides. Heap on a generous amount of grated gruyere cheese and a sprinkle of fresh thyme and sage, and place back under the grill until melted. Serve the French onion soup with two of the gruyere melts on top.
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Aiming high Cuckfield & Lindfield Rotary Club are looking forward to their next Sponsored Darts Marathon, one of the biggest fundraisers for this community spirited group The very amiable Trevor Clapp had his genesis moment for the Sponsored Darts Marathon as far back as 1978, while working in Knutsford, Cheshire. But it would not be until 1997 when he joined The Rotary Club of Cuckfield and Lindfield that the idea was finally put into practice. “It will be a winner,” he recalls telling Chairman of the Day Derek Hopkins, with absolute certainty. The genius behind the Sponsored Darts Marathon is the sheer simplicity of the event. There’s no need to be an experienced accurate darter to take part because chuckers are just as welcome. The marathon invites teams of six to take part and these teams can be all male, all female or evenly mixed. The event itself is sixty minutes of speed darts, requiring team members to step up to the oche in rotation, scoring as many points for their team as they can.
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There are £100 prizes for the highest scoring teams and the team that raises the greatest amount of sponsorship. The male record score stands at just over 40,000 points, or 666 points per minute. Each event is on a date of the teams choosing, usually during January to April but it’s best to register your team before mid-January 2016.“We’ve had up to 44 teams in the past,” beamed Trevor. Three Rotarians – one on the stopwatch, one scoring, and one keeping control of the running total attending each event. Trevor continued, “Spectators come along for the ride, to cheer on their team and create a jolly good atmosphere.” The Sponsored Darts Marathon is Cuckfield and Lindfield Rotary’s biggest contributor to the £25-30,000 they fundraise annually. In 2012 the event raised a mammoth £16,221 and in 17 years the grand total has exceeded £140,000. In 2016 five new causes
will benefit, along with traditional beneficiaries: Chestnut Tree House Hospice in Arundel and St Peter and St James Hospice in Chailey. The Cuckfield and Lindfield Club was set up in 1984 and several original members are still present amongst a total of forty. Trevor told me the Rotarians are keen to recruit new male and female members in the thirty to fifty age range but, “We hope to take anyone with a genuine interest in community service. It’s for people to give a little back to society,” he continued with earnest, pointing out the Rotary Club help several good causes each year rather than just one in particular. Meetings take place weekly and in the fifth week of a five week month partners are invited to attend as well. The Rotarian’s motto is “Service and Friendship” and Trevor has plenty of both to offer, although ironically he has never played real darts himself. So whether it’s joining the Rotary Club or taking part in the Sponsored Darts Marathon, grab your arrows - It’s best of order and game on!
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Book Reviews
Snuggle up this January with these two involving books, reviewed by Sara Whatley. Enjoy an epic 400 page drama where the book of a family history resurfaces many years later, and an intriguingly dark tale of self-sacrificing evil
The Book of the Randalls By Jane Reid (Author Essentials £9.99) out now At just a whisker off 400 pages long, this book is not for the faint hearted. Born in Hurstpierpoint and still a local Sussex resident, author Jane Reid has a clear interest in her home county, which is where much of this story is set. Starting in 1794, we are introduced to the Randalls. Richard Randall, the head of the family, is thrilled to have recently penned his long established Sussex family history. His two daughters – beautiful Lucy and feisty Caroline – will not continue the Randall family name, much to Richard’s chagrin. However they both lead their own lives, encompassing
many adventures, marriage and children. We follow Caroline and her family right up to the grand old age of 90 when it is Christmas 1859. Time then jumps to the summer of 1956 to the diary of Charlotte Louise Randall, who has a great interest in her family history. Finding an account of Richard Randall’s cherished book, the family connections are made. Intricately written with particular attention to detail, Reid successfully manages to immerse the reader into her fictional world. This story is set at a slow pace (not one for the thriller lover), but a pace which mirrors perfectly the genteel feel of the era.
Intricately written with particular attention to detail, Reid successfully manages to immerse the reader into her fictional world
Long Shadows By Julie Haiselden (Austin Macauley Publishers Ltd £6.99) out now Long Shadows is Julie Haiselden’s debut novel. A West Sussex resident herself, Haiselden has taken inspiration from her many visits to the Lake District, which is where her story is set, and where the Tennyson family move to start a new life in the Blenthorne Inn. We meet the protagonist, Lizzie Tennyson, and are launched into the domesticities of her life.
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Some detail feels slightly tedious and not particularly relevant to the story, however this all builds a strong background for this interesting character. Initially, Lizzie seems a little bit of a push over, looking to please others (particularly her husband) more than herself, but as the story progresses another side to Lizzie’s character emerges; dangerous, dark,
predatory and yet somehow still innocent. Throughout the book tragedy strikes many times, but Haiselden still manages to portray warmth in her character’s relationships, particularly between Lizzie and her son. Easy reading and entertaining, Long Shadows will keep you hooked for a light yet intriguingly dark read.
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Welcome 2016 into your home and garden with Lisa de Silva’s guide to trends, colours, lighting, plants and gardens for the year ahead. Now is the time to fall in love with your home again Just as fashion enjoys an ever changing range of influences creating new trends in colour and design, it’s the same for interiors. Each year designers come up with their tips for the latest trends to influence our homes. Even if you’re not planning to redecorate, a few simple accessories, or a coat of paint can do wonders for transforming your home and garden. So here’s the lowdown on what’s hot for 2016.
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Connected Homes Smart living is no longer the future, it’s a trend set to boom in 2016. Where once controlling home appliances remotely by telephone was a myth of science fiction, spin forward a few decades to the 21st century and it’s a reality which more of us are enjoying. With numerous smart appliances out there, it’s now possible to turn on our heating, hot water and washing machines ready for our return from work. Fridges can alert us to items that need to be replenished and in some cases even set up the order for us. Hate hoovering? Just get a
robot vacuum cleaner and set up a regular cleaning schedule. The wireless trend continues to grow in strength, with the wireless charging table offering a stylish option for charging your phones and tablets. Bold Colours While different manufacturers all have specific and varying colours of the year, the general consensus for 2016 is the return of bold colour. Deep rich hues of gold, blue, green and burgundy are the perfect foil for silver, copper and gold accessories. After years of neutrals, these stronger shades look fresh, new and dramatic. Use a palette of lighter shades to complement them. Artisanal Style & Accessories Just as the fashion in food is for locally sourced artisanal products, the trend in interior design also reflects this. Unique and handcrafted designer objects are soaring in popularity, in preference to mass produced goods. Look out for tassels, basketry, crochet and folk-inspired embroidery, all of which can add texture and colour to a room. As the 1970s is also providing designers with inspiration this year, geometric patterns on tiles and fabrics will also be popular. Also look out for retro bling in accessories, fixtures and fittings with brass, gold, copper and metallic finishes, while natural materials like cork, raw concrete, stone and wood offer a more timeless appeal. continued on page 46
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The trend for taxidermy, stuffed animals and skins shows no signs of abating and can all be used as a focal point in any room. What’s more, as our world becomes more digital, our desire to see words and print has led to the popularity of letters. Giant alphabet letters, some with bulb lighting can now be easily found and make attractive accessories and wall decor. Plant Life With a new found respect for nature, expect to see more interior plant life. This could be in the form of potted herbs in the kitchen or small accessories, but houseplants are back and are a great way to inject some life into once sterile areas. Indulging in some lush indoor vegetation also has a calming influence and offers a healthy and environmentally friendly way to ventilate your home. LED Lighting Sustainable and stylish, with a long lifespan, LED lighting can save up to 90% of energy and is a fantastic option for illuminating your home. LEDs come in every lighting form imaginable, including strip and line lighting. The bulbs can change colour and intensity in response to different times of day, differences in temperature and even differences in mood. So whether you want to create a hypermodern starkly lit futuristic vibe, or a warm, cosy intimate atmosphere, LED lighting can deliver.
Indoor vegetation has a calming influence and offers a healthy and environmentally friendly way to ventilate your home GARDENS Plants With A Purpose While we all want our plants to be beautiful, there is a growing trend for choosing plants for function as well as beauty. As the garden-to-table movement increases in popularity, more space will be given to
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edible plants, as grow your own beds and edible landscaping increase in importance. So, whether it’s hops for home brewing, or kale for smoothies, fruit and vegetable gardens are a growing trend. Sustainability issues are also a consideration and pollinator gardens, perennials, shrubs and small trees will be the order of the day, as we plant to support our local ecosystems and wildlife. What’s more, as we become ever more conscious of the planet’s resources, drought tolerant plants will also be popular among water wise gardeners Garden Style The trend for geometric shapes will also leave an imprint on our gardens, with outdoor furniture, containers and terrariums all taking on angular dimensions. There will also be more investment in furniture that can be used both inside and outside and garden gear will get the glam treatment with utensils available in hues of copper and gold. Garden rooms and offices will continue to increase in popularity as we seek to make the most of our plots, avoiding the need to extend or move home. This sector has seen some real innovation in design and whether your style is highly contemporary or more Boho, there will be something to satisfy most tastes. Garden Technology As with interiors, gardens will also benefit from technological advances. LED lighting combined with music speakers can be used to add drama and
The general consensus for 2016 is the return of bold colour: deep rich hues of gold, blue, green and burgundy movement to your garden, with a form of ‘lightgrafitti’ creating striking and constantly changing displays. Technology can also be used to remotely operate watering systems and water features, giving you complete control even while you are away.
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Think you can let up on your watering over the winter? Think again! A well hydrated garden is a happy garden I’m writing to remind you to water your garden. You’ll probably respond with derision, “In January? Is she completely bonkers?!” No, I’m not (quite) as daft as I look. Even if your plants aren’t in visible growth, most of them aren’t dormant. They’re not ‘asleep’ because gardens never sleep something’s always on the move. Dry and/or breezy wintry weather can be the kiss of death for a recently-planted shrub. Gales can loosen ties and stakes and the term ‘wind rock’ is exactly as it sounds; a plant that has not yet put out anchoring roots can be blown over or completely rocked out of its planting hole, so it’s important to check on new plantings. Holding a stem, give the plant a gentle tug - it should resist your pulling and feel fi rm at the roots. If not, examine the planting hole, backfi ll with more soil if necessary, gently fi rming it as you go, then apply a mulch of old potting soil and/or leaf mould. The mulch can be as thick as you like, just make sure it’s not pushed up hard against the stem(s). Strong winds also have a desiccating effect, so check the plant is damp at the roots by carefully excavating a couple of inches of soil. If it seems on the dry side, give the plant a good drink. Two gallons, gently applied, is not overdoing it. Plants grown in containers often suffer from neglect; especially in winter, when tasks such as watering are far from our minds. However, those bedding plants and bulbs you planted last autumn will be on the move now; especially daffodils, which start into growth as early as September. Dryness at their roots will severely check them, so examine your patio pots carefully. Dry potting compost can be difficult to re-wet, as the water simply gushes through and runs out of the bottom of the pot. Try adding a few tiny drops of washing up liquid to the water. It will not harm the plants and the action of the detergent helps the water to bind to the soil particles. Immediately after flowering,
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Dry potting compost can be difficult to re-wet; try adding a few tiny drops of washing up liquid to the water shrubs such as camellias and magnolias make new flower buds for the following year. The buds remain dormant throughout autumn and winter, ready to burst forth the following spring. Lack of moisture causes the buds to abort and fall off, so these plants can suffer from drought - even in the depths of winter. Once again, containerised specimens are most at risk, although they should never be watered in frosty weather - the water will freeze, which may break the pot. Water your containers on a mild day - preferably before noon. This gives time for surplus water to drain away before evening temperatures fall.
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HISTORY
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The West Sussex Record Office is simply bursting at the seams with fascinating, local historical information. Sussex Living spent a wonderful day being shown around the archives and came away so impressed with the scale of vital work they do we just had to tell you all about it
Hurtling across the Sussex countryside on a crisp and sunny winter day, Tanis Banham and I were o on an adventure. We were heading in the direction of the cathedral city of Chichester, the only city in West Sussex and one which boasts a long settlement history dating back to Roman and Anglo Saxon times. It is also home to some of the oldest churches and buildings in Great Britain, and
as such there are some really pretty old cobbled streets. Despite being geographically challenged for the merest of moments on some seriously windy back-roads of West Sussex, we arrived safe and sound at the West Sussex Record OďŹƒce. We were welcomed in by Matthew Jones, our patient and very knowledgeable guide for the day. continued on page 56
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Founded in 1946 in the County Hall basement, the archive collection started as all collections do, with a relatively small amount of material
Founded in 1946 in the County Hall basement, the archive collection started as all collections do, with a relatively small amount of material. However, this soon gained a width and breadth which was perhaps at first unexpected, and it outgrew its home. The search for new premises was on, and thankfully in 1989 after some vital funding was found, a new, bespoke office was built specifically to house this important collection. Another new premises has also been built very recently to house the East Sussex archives – The Keep just outside of Brighton. As with all good collections, the West Sussex archive continued to grow until in 2009 it had again outgrown its home. Rather than uprooting once more, plans are afoot to create more space with an extension to the building. As well as the extension, a large-scale plan is underway even as I write to make better and more economical use of the already existing space they have, including a reshelving project – a reshuffling of the deck if you will. There is no end to the subject matter being preserved at the Record Office, and with all sorts of people bequeathing their documents to the archive, there is an endless supply of variety. For an example of just a few subjects they have on record, Matthew lists police, fire brigade, the church (reaching back to 1538 with baptisms, marriages and burials), local estates such as Goodwood and ordinary family records such as personal letters, diaries and photographs. They have an extensive collection of information on microfilm (or microfiche), wills dating back to 1482, births, marriages and
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deaths. And for the Royal Sussex Regiment, which was founded in 1701, they have one of the best regimental collections in the country. The first area we enter on our tour, after signing in and securing our coats and bags in the lockers provided, is a large room with a huge table. At one end a box of measuring devices and magnifying glasses is on hand to help identify your point of interest, and the rest of the table is covered with maps. They have a range of OS maps going back through the 19th century and estate maps from the 17-18 hundreds. The Tithe maps (a map of an English parish or township denoting the ownership and occupancy of the land) on show are beautifully simplistic and pleasingly colourful, yet the data they hold on the computerised records is extensive. Tanis and I looked up Hurstpierpoint High Street and we were intrigued to see how the layout has stayed largely unaltered since the map was first made. We were also privy to information such as who owned what house or shop, and for how long – all very interesting. Further into the Office is the Original Document Area. Here, you fill out your reader ticket number (available on the front desk as you sign in – just bring some current ID) on a request slip and post it into the waiting box. Within 1015 minutes someone will have searched out your requested documents and you could be holding history in your very own hands. Such quick and available resources like this help to break down
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low vault. It is also markedly cooler; a constant temperature of 17˚ Celsius and 50% humidity is maintained at all times. Too warm and mould becomes a dangerous possibility, too cold and the paper will dry out and crumble away. When put like that, I can see how vital this atmosphere control is. To further help maintain the integrity of the documents, acid free boxes are used in the Strong Rooms, as well as brass paper clips, soft cotton cloth to roll the maps in and most importantly, a highly sensitive fi re and smoke detection system. They have tested it and the fi re brigade can reach them in just a couple of minutes, a good job too when you are preserving 1,200 years worth of history for future generations. Before leaving the Strong Rooms to continue our tour, Matthew shows us a large framed www.sussexliving.com
document dating back to 1817. It is a hand written list relating to the selling of slaves in South Carolina, and is shocking reading indeed. For each person on the list there is their age, sex, scant personality traits and a monetary value beside their name to denote their estimated worth. For example the elderly, injured, disabled or very young were deemed less useful so were sold for pence, whereas a young, fit and healthy boy was sold for a few dollars, deemed as an able workman. We moved on. The next room we entered was much warmer, and again racked out with boxes of documents. This is where they keep the newly received documents before they have gone through a rigorous cleaning and decontamination process in order to enter the Strong Rooms and the rest of the Office. The documents are not harmed by this process, and it safeguards the collection as a whole. Through another door a strong smell meets us and brings me straight back to the darkroom at college. This is the Screen Archive South East and is like a fi lm student’s fantasy. Reels of fi lm are stacked up everywhere you look, tantalizing you with their hidden stories and information. We don’t delve too far into this room, but I can see its potential is huge, with fi lms dating back to 1896. Up the stairs and along a corridor with a glass wall overlooking the main room downstairs, we pass by the Conservation Workshop. There is a man sitting at a bench in deep concentration over a piece of work; I wonder what it is he is working on. The room is clean, light and airy – the perfect atmosphere for careful restoration and conservation.
Reels of film are stacked up everywhere you look, tantalizing you with their hidden stories Back down the stairs and we have come full circle. It is still as busy as when we arrived, and I can see what a well used resource this is. They receive approximately 10,000 visitors a year, and it is a particularly popular resource with historians, teachers, students, solicitors and authors. Indeed, Matthew informs us that local Sussex author Kate Mosse has spent hours in the archives researching original material to breathe life and vitality into her characters, such as the day-to-day life and school records of the Victorians. I can absolutely envisage these stimulating and studious surroundings being a wonderful place to come and write; the hum of background noise provides a welcome distraction to silence, the tables are large and well lit and there is a bank of computers hooked up to the internet. The many staff on hand are all experts in their field and have an excellent reputation for being helpful. Bidding farewell to Matthew, Tanis and I headed back out into Chichester for a spot of lunch and to digest all we had just learned. There is a mind-bending amount of information stored in that one building, and it really is history on our doorsteps. The opportunity to tell some of the wonderful stories sitting on those shelves is something we felt we must grasp with both hands, and so from next month Robert Veitch will be starting his new archive column. Watch this space.
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Fox Hill WALK
Enjoy the wild side of Haywards Heath on this 3.5 mile circular. Woodland paths, a few uphills and a little boggy area make for an exciting ramble to blow the January cobwebs away This 3.5 mile walk from Fox Hill on the B2112 south of Haywards Heath is along mainly woodland paths and established tracks and an attractive area of semi parkland. There is a feeling of remoteness for much of the walk which is surprising given the close proximity of the urban conurbation of Haywards Heath. Opposite the Fox and Hounds pub, walk along Hurstwood Lane for about 300 yards then go right into Colwell Lane. Go through a metal barrier, and in about 200 yards, go right on an obvious track through woodland. This path through to Slugwash Lane, is not marked for much of the route so I advise following the instructions carefully to hopefully avoid getting lost and to carry a map! Just before reaching a
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wooden gate, side step to your left and go over a stile and into a field. Cross the middle of the field and into another short section of woodland through a gap by a fence. Leave the woodland by a stile and cross the next field on a
rather thinly defined path to the third section of woodland. Go over another stile and drop down some steps and through a short boggy area then pick up the path through the wood. Cross a stream on a small footbridge, and follow the obvious path ahead uphill. At the top of the hill turn right as indicated by a waymark attached to a post. Follow this obvious path along a wide track through the wood, and on reaching a field, follow the left hand edge out to Slugwash Lane. Turn left along Slugwash Lane shortly passing the buildings of Home Farm on your left. Look for a signed path on your left, opposite the Old Farmhouse. Follow this path uphill through woodland. Eventually, leave the wood and continued on page 64
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Made up of an eclectic mix of independent shops and small businesses Hurstpierpoint is a unique village with free parking where you can find that special little something.
A new start and a new year – it’s written in the stars. It is said that 2016 is a year of opportunity and a new cycle for those who are willing to step up, ready for a challenge. It is likely to be a bumper 2016 for retailers and villagers, alike, as we see a return of revenue and favourable fortunes for all. The Daily Telegraph named Hurstpierpoint in its July 2015 story on ‘The 25 most idyllic English villages’, there really is nowhere better to spend a day.
Spend time weaving in and out of the small boutiques, shops and home stores along the High Street before stopping off at one of the village’s cafes, restaurants or pubs for a drink and a bite to eat. If it’s a bit of pampering you’re after, there are a number of beauty and hair salons to choose from so you can properly prepare ahead of any special event. With it’s own grocers, fishmongers and butchers and delicatessen then why not consider your daily shop in the village.
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go over a stile and into a field. Keep close to a metal fence bearing right around the grounds of Abbots Leigh. This large country house was built in 1892 by an aide-de-camp of Queen Victoria. At the top of the field, go over a stile and into another field and keep slightly left on a thinly defi ned path across pasture. Go over another stile and follow a wide path ahead through an area best described as parkland. Cross a drive and carry on ahead between trees to pick up a narrow fenced path which leads you out to the A272. On reaching the A272, cross the road carefully to the pavement opposite and turn left. Opposite Foxglove House, turn left into Colwell Lane. The lane is initially tarmacked, with properties on either side. At a metal barrier, carry on ahead on a wide track with Hurst Wood on your left. Eventually join your outbound route and follow this back to your car and no doubt much needed refreshment! We are very grateful to Les Campbell for bringing us new and exciting local walks every month. A founder member and former Chairman of the Mid Sussex Ramblers, he is a very experienced and enthusiastic walker indeed. Les insists on testing all routes personally, making sure they are suitable for walking. However, even he cannot guarantee the effects of the weather, or roadworks, or any other factors outside of his control. If you would like to send your feedback about a local walk, please email editorial@sussexliving.com
Distance: 3.5 miles Stiles: Several Map: Ordnance Survey Map no. 135 Parking: Roadside parking in Hurstwood Lane Refreshments: Fox and Hounds pub Public Transport: Sussex Bus route 40 from Burgess Hill and Haywards Heath
Dear Sussex Living... …Thank you for running the article on our Cuckfield Stroke Communication Group. It was great publicity for us and although we haven’t actually had any new Members or Volunteers, your magazine has been read by a large number of interested people, who now know there is help for stroke survivors who have difficulty with speech and low self confidence. Thank you again for being such a supportive magazine. Kind regards, Carolyn Dodd …Thank you for publishing the information of our Talks and Events throughout the year. Our Programme Secretary does a great job in fi nding such interesting subjects and speakers and with your help we reach a far larger audience. There is always a warm welcome and our venue, the Victory Hall, with its historic frescos painted by Neville Lytton, depicting the Great War and the following peace, is
itself worth a visit. Thanks to your magazine we often get queries from people some distance away, who then turn up and enjoy listening to our speakers, some because they have missed a particular speaker at their local venue and some because the subject matter has stirred their interest. Your articles are so varied that there are always items of interest every month and I always go through your listings with my own diary to make a note of what is on in various areas of Sussex. Best wishes to the whole team, Julie Budgen, Secretary, Balcombe History Society …We’ve had a positive response and a high number of sign ups since the article in October 2015, so thank you very much for helping us with that. We are still hoping that we will be
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I’ve always thought that the middle of winter is a silly time to start anything new, let alone a completely new year. There’s not really much incentive to reinvigorate, rethink, revitalise or re-anything when the daylight is so short and the weather is so awful that staying in bed often seems the best option. It’s the time of year when the sunlit uplands of the cricket season seem impossibly distant. How much more sensible it would be if we threw ourselves into new things in the spring, when we would have the energy and the optimism to think that in the next 12 months we would keep to diets, write a novel or learn to speak Italian, even if our past experience would suggest otherwise. However, we must put our best feet forward and advance into 2016 with hopefulness and high hearts, assuming we all recover from our New Year’s Eve celebrations. I may have some difficulty in recalling all the resolutions I’ve made at the turning of the year, but I can always remember where I was when I made them – some more fondly than others. Like being stranded with a warm Coke in the transit lounge of Mumbai airport or dining with friends waiting
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High Hearts for the ‘Millennium Bug’ to trigger the end of the world or, more recently, in a not very jolly pub in rural Norfolk. Counting Liz and me, there were only eight of us in the bar where we’d thought there would be a party. At ten to twelve, the landlady came over and said: “Are you going to be here at midnight then?” When we said yes, she gave us each a single party popper and a paper hat. I just loved the spontaneous enthusiasm of it all. In my native Scotland, of course, there is rather more exuberance at Hogmanay, though I was never entirely sure whether we were celebrating the start of a new year or exhibiting profound relief at having successfully survived the old one. And what will the good folk of Mid Sussex wish for in this shiny New Year? The more fanciful ones will be hoping that we can reach the end of 2016 with some countryside left that hasn’t been earmarked for property development. The more pragmatic will be happy with fine days for our village festivals, good health and companionship for our older generations and joyful days for our children. Happy New Year to all of you.
We must put our best feet forward and advance into 2016 with hopefulness and high hearts, assuming we all recover from our New Year’s Eve celebrations
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Friday 01 January, 10:45
Wednesday 06, 13 & 20 January, 19:30-21:00
Ditchling Village CP behind the Village Hall, Lewes Road, BN6 8UQ, TQ326151 Ditchling, Streat Church, fields and twittens. Route to be finalised on the day to suit prevailing conditions, Map 122. Optional refreshments after the walk in the White Horse. 4mi/6.4km. Easy. Contact: Paula 07919 198047 on the day (families are more than welcome).
Downlands School, Dale Avenue, Hassocks BN6 8LP Free taster with fun, friendly pop, soul and gospel choir - shower singers welcome! Free entrance. Contact Soul of the City Choir: soulofthecitychoir@live.com www.soulofthecitychoir.com
Mid Sussex Ramblers - New Years Day Walk
Monday 04, 11, 18 & 25 January, 08:00-17:00
General Antiques & Collectables Auction
Gorringes, Garden Street, Lewes, East Sussex NB7 1TJ Gorringes hold a weekly Monday sale located at Gorringes Garden Street Auction Rooms, Lewes. This is a wellestablished auction holding between 600 and 800 lots of antique and other furniture, ceramics, jewellery, pictures, silver and collectables. Contact: 01273 478221 clientservices@gorringes.co.uk Monday 04 January
Flicker Rose Sale starts today!
Shop 2, Cobblestone Walk, 74 High Street, Steyning BN44 3RD Flicker Rose has beautiful Danon jewellery handcrafted with crystals, pearls, semi-precious stones and leather. Some of these items will be in the Sale, so a visit to Steyning may well be where you will find a New Year bargain and a treasure to start 2016 with! Tuesday 05 January, 10:30
Mid Sussex Ramblers - Wivelsfield Station to Cuckfield Village Circular Wivelsfield Station, RH15 0QE, TQ320200 Bedelands, Mill Pond and Waterfall, Hookhouse Farm, Court House Farm, Cuckfield Church, Newbury Pond, Copyhold Lane, Wivelsfield Station. Dogs on leads please. Could be muddy and is undulating. Please bring picnic lunch. Map 135 8mi/12.9km Moderate. Contact: Pam B. 01444 248717 Tuesday 05 January, 20:00-22:00
Lindfield & District Folk Dance Club
Ashenground Community Centre, Vale Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4JR Folk dancing for fun, no partner needed. £2 including tea/coffee and biscuit at half time. First evening free. Contact Mike on 01444 482741 Wednesday 06 January, 19:15 for 19:30
Mid Sussex Philatelic Society
Oaks Hall, Burgess Hill School for Girls, Keymer Road, Burgess Hill RH15 0EG Aspects of War – A philatelic display by Richard Berry, Mike Elliot and Jim Etherington. Contact: Jim Etherington 01273 471897 jespeth@hotmail.com
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Free Taster Session – Soul of the City Choir
Thursday 07, Friday 08 & Saturday 09 January, 19:45 & Matinee at 14:30 on Saturday
Henfield Theatre Company - The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
The Henfield Hall, Coopers Way, Henfield BN5 9DB A wonderful play, closely based on the classic C.S. Lewis tale, full of excitement and spectacle. Suitable for all ages. £8 to £12. Box Office: Stevens Estate Agents, Henfield High Street (01273 492141). www.henfieldtheatrecompany.com Thursday 07 - Saturday 30 January
Baldwins 81st Winter Sale
120-120a South Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4LT At our Winter Sale everything reduced in all departments. Linens, Dress and Furnishing Fabrics, Curtain Rails and Poles, Handicrafts, Haberdashery and Knitting Yarns. Contact: Colin Buxton 01444 454648 sales@baldwinsdrapers.co.uk Thursday 07 January, 20:00
Ditchling Films - Diplomacy Ditchling Village Hall, Ditchling See Local Living
Thursday 07, 14, 21 & 28 January, 20:00
Greyhound - Open Mic Night
Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QT Every Thursday! Whatever your talent, come and show it off or just watch others. Pop in for a fun night out - entrance free! Contact: thegreyhoundinnkeymer@yahoo.co.uk Friday 08, 15 & 22 January, 19:30-22:00
Mid Sussex Amateur Radio Society
Cyprus Hall, Millfield Suite, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX a) Meet the Committee, b) Radio Night, c) Radio Night and Table Top Sale. Come along for a chat, cuppa, use the Radio Shack equipment and sell some things. Contact: Stella Rogers 07803 086838 Saturday 09 January, 10:30-14:30
Downland Quilters Doughy’s Fabric Sale
Patcham Community Centre, Ladies Mile Road, Patcham, Brighton BN1 8PB Annual fabric sale selling fabric from Doughty’s by local patchwork club. Entrance £1. Contact: J Cadle 01444 248332 www.downlandquilters.co.uk Saturday 09 January, 09:00-12:30
Plumpton College Information Morning
Ditchling Road, Nr Lewes East Sussex BN7 3AE
A great opportunity to meet the staff, find out more about the successful range of courses, apprenticeships and training. Free taster courses for those at school. Free course information and advice. Contact: Plumpton College 01273 890454 www.plumpton.ac.uk
Monday 11 January – Sunday 28 February, 10:00-16:00
Nymans Art in the Garden: ‘Rapture’ by Elpida Hadzi-Vasileva Nymans, Staplefield Road, Handcross RH17 6EB Nestled against the backdrop of woodland, Nymans art installation for 2016 explores both the fragility of nature and the effect of time passing. Visually striking, this poignant art installation brings a new perspective to the winter landscape. Normal garden admission applies. Monday 11 January, Coffee 10:00, Lecture 10:30-12:00
Steyning Decorative and Fine Arts Society Monthly Lecture The Steyning Centre, Fletchers Croft, Church Street, Steyning BN44 3XZ Bertie Pearce will give an illustrated lecture on “Now you see it, now you don’t- the ART of deception”. Annual membership £36.00. Visitors warmly welcomed (donation of £5.00). Contact: Mrs Ann Blakelock 01903 297553 ann.blakelock@gmail.com Monday 11 January, 14:30-16:00ish
“James Gillray; Satirist to Insanity”
Henfield Hall, Cooper’s Way, Henfield BN5 9DB Gillray became the foremost caricaturist between 1792 and 1810. His witty and humorous cartoons mocked Royalty, before himself becoming insane. Guest of members £5. Contact: 01273 494945. Tea will be served. Monday 11 January, 19:45
Hassocks Field Society
Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH “Witches, Warlocks and Wellingtons – the ritual protection of the home” - a talk by Dr Janet Pennington. Members £1.50. Visitors £2. Contact: Beryl Varley 01273 832351 Monday 11 January, 20:00
Audition for Ditchling Players Ditchling Village Hall, Ditchling See Local Living Monday 11 January, 20:00
Greyhound - Quiz Night
Greyhound Inn, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QT We currently hold a monthly quiz on the second Monday of each month. Why not pop along for this fun night and pit your wits against others. Contact: thegreyhoundinnkeymeer@ yahoo.co.uk Tuesday 12, 19 & 26 January
Jewellery-making Classes for
Beginners
65-66 Priory Street, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 1HJ Learn how to make necklaces, bracelets and earrings using beads and simple wire-work techniques. £75 per person for 3 x 3 hour sessions. Contact: Natasha Caughey 07801 825 476 Natasha@auricula.co.uk, www.auricula.co.uk Tuesday 12 January, 19:30
Weald Classic Vehicle Club
Weald Inn, Royal George Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9SJ We meet every 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Weald Inn. Owners and enthusiasts welcome. Come and have a chat, listen to a few stories or even tell a tale or two. For further information please call Fred Bone on 01444 239853 Tuesday 12 January, 20:00
The Group
A pub in Burgess Hill A club for single men, aged 45+. Not really!! It’s a club for everybody, but we would like more men to join. We meet in Burgess Hill on the second Tuesday evening of every month, Lewes on the 1st Tuesday, Brighton on the 3rd Tuesday and Horsham on the 4th Monday. Walking, theatre, golf, arts, music and dining - loads of things to do. www.thegroup.org.uk Tuesday 12-15 January, 19:30 & Saturday 16 January 12:00-17:00
Puss in Boots
Clair Hall - Places for People Leisure, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN See Local Living Wednesday 13 January, 09:30-13:30 for three weeks
Dressmaking from Patterns
Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT Nervous about making your own clothes? Can’t read all those funny markings? Come along with the pattern and fabric of your choice and banish those thoughts. (runs 13th, 20th and 27th Jan) Cost: £90 for three weeks. Contact: 07967 819540 sarah@madeandmaking.co.uk www.madeandmaking.co.uk Wednesday 13 & 27 January, 14:00-16:00
East Grinstead Art Society
St Swithun’s Church Hall, St Swithun’s Close, East Grinstead RH19 3AZ 13th - Demonstration – mixed media – Anne Marie Brody. 27th - Workshop. Visitors welcome £3 entry. Contact: Wendy Vick 01342311093 wmv85@outlook.com Wednesday 13 January, 20:00-21:30
Balcombe History Society - ‘A History of Paddockhurst and my Life on the Estate’ Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe, RH17 6HP Our speaker, Albert Constable, will
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Rapture
by Elpida Hadzi-Vasileva
Mon 11 Jan to Sun 28 Feb 10am – 4pm This January artist Elpida Hadzi-Vasileva unveils ‘Rapture’ – a towering creation of wood and intricate gilding. Nestled against a backdrop of ancient woodland, it brings a new perspective to this beautiful landscape. Normal garden entry applies Nymans, Staplefield Road, Handcross, West Sussex, RH17 6EB 01444 405250
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DiaryDates give an illustrated talk on the early history of Paddockhurst and his memories of his life on the Estate. £1 members, £3 visitors at the door, including refreshments. Contact: Julie Budgen (01444 811641) julie.budgen@btinternet.com
The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Celebrated organist/keyboard player David Ingley. Entry: £5 on the door. Doors open at 6pm. Contact: Rosalie Birchmore 01444 241269 bhkeyclub33@talktalk.net
Tuesday 19 January, 19:45
Wednesday 13 January, 20:00-22:00
Sunday 17 January, Doors/Licenced Bar: 19:00, Film 19:30
Wednesday 20 January, 10:00-16:00
Wivelsfield Village Hall, off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG Suffragette is a British historical drama directed by Sarah Garron and written by Abi Morgan. The film stars Carey Mulligan, Helena Bonham Carter, Brendan Gleeson, Anne-Marie Duff, Ben Whishaw and Meryl Streep. Parking at the hall and refreshments available. Tickets £6 on the door, in advance from the Post Office and Village Stores or The Cock Inn, or online via the Facebook page for Wivelsfield Films or wivelsfieldfilms.com
Bonhams, 19 Palmeira Square, Hove BN3 2JN Bonhams will have Jewellery and Watches Specialists at the office to provide free and confidential auction valuations on items you are considering selling. To make an appointment, please contact Jenny Bouston on 01273 220 000 or email jenny.bouston@ bonhams.com
Hassocks Horticultural Society - The Natural Year in Focus – January to June
Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH Our guest speaker this month is Peter Lovett. He will be giving an illustrated presentation called “The Natural Year in Focus” - January to June covering the orchids, butterflies, insects and nature in general to be found in Sussex, Surrey and Kent. A pleasant subject for a January evening. Visitors welcome. Members £1.50. Visitors £2.50. Refreshments included. Contact: Sylvia Hancock 01273 844544 n8a5cluv@talktalk.net Friday 15 January, 9:00-13:00
Entrance Exams at The Towers Convent School
The Towers Convent School, Henfield Road, Upper Beeding BN44 3TF Entrance Exams – pre-registration required. £50.00. Contact: Anna Chambers 01903 812185 admin@thetowersconventschool.org Friday 15 January, 19:15-21:45
Music for Everyone
Wivelsfield FILMS - Suffragette
Sunday 17 January, 10:00
Weald Classic Car Club Breakfast Chalet Cafe, Henfield Road, Cowfold RH13 8DU All welcome. Monday 18 January, 14:00 for 14:15
Mid Sussex Philatelic Society
Jubilee Room, King Edward Hall, 24 High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HH Members’ Displays beginning with T, U or V (12 sheets). Contact: Jim Etherington 01273 471897 jespeth@hotmail.com
Wolstonbury WI Monthly Meeting
Club Suite, Hurstpierpoint Village Centre, Trinity Road BN6 9UY Japan from the Inside by Stephen Morphew. Visitors welcomed. Contact: Brenda Mack, 01273 832575
Jewellery and Watches Valuation Day
Wednesday 20 January, 10:15 for 10:45. Finishes 12 noon
Mid-Sussex Decorative & Fine Arts Society Talk on Paula Rego: Tales of the Unexpected Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN Talk by Linda Smith looking at the life and work of Paula Rego and her depictions of folk tales. Visitors £7. Contact: www.mid-sussexdfas.org.uk Wednesday 20 January, 20:00-22:00
The Mid-Sussex Franco-British Society
Function Suite, Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN An illustrated talk in French by Barbara Stevens, Secretary, Mid-
Sussex Franco-British Society entitled “Quebec et le Canada Francophone”. All members and visitors are most welcome. Visitor’s fee is £4 per evening, payable at meetings. Contact: 01444 452385
Thursday 21 January, 14:30
Mid Sussex Association National Trust Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN A talk on Japanese Gardens an Appreciation by Stephen Morphew. Friday 22 January, 09:30–12:30
Beginners Patchwork – Make a Chevron Cushion
Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT A beginner’s session to help you on your way with techniques for rotary cutting and machine piecing. Essential skills for all patchwork. Cost £30. Contact: www.madeandmaking.co.uk sarah@madeandmaking.co.uk 07967 819540 Friday 22 January, 13:00 onwards
Smallbrook Care Home opening of new Dementia Wing Smallbrook Care Home, Suffolk Close, Massetts Road, Horley, Surrey RH6 7DU Smallbrook Care Home’s official opening of the ‘The Upfield Suite’ - a specialist dementia care home in Horley, Surrey. Contact: 01293 772576
Do something you love and realise your dreams in 2016! Highly skilled and trained people in demand to work across the rural sector in a range of exciting roles! Discover more at our Information Morning. Saturday 9th January, 9am-12.30pm.
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On Thursday 4th February 6pm-8pm
Chailey Heritage Foundation is opening its doors to the local community for a fascinating talk about our history, and an opportunity to see what we do today. To receive a ticket to this FREE event please contact Jenny Hanraads on 01825 724752 or by email jhanraads@chf.org.uk Registered Charity No. 1075837 and Company Limited by Guarantee No. 3769775 (England)
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Friday 22 January, 14:00-16:00
Hurst, Hassocks & Ditchling U3A Meeting -Talk
Adastra Village Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH Ernest Shackleton: By Endurance We Conquer. A talk about the explorer Ernest Shackleton by Michael Smith. Contact: Jacqueline Brewer 01273 841072 Saturday 23 January, 09:00-13:00
Hassocks Village Market
National Tyres Forecourt, 60 Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8AR A lively and bustling village market supporting local producers and crafts-people. Huge selection of fresh bread, free range meats, eggs and fish, traditional cheese, plants, home baked cakes and much more. Music and singing, weather depending, plus Hassocks Football Club promoting their services to the community. Contact: amandajanefelix@gmail.com or via facebook “Hassocks Village Market” Saturday 23 January, 09:30-13:00
Marchant’s Coffee Morning Coffee & Cake
1 Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8AE Please come in and take 5 minutes out of your busy day and relax with a coffee and slice of home-made cake, in return for a small donation to support St Peter and St James Hospice. This is being organised by Wendy George 01273 843333.
Monday 25 January, 19:45
Hassocks Field Society
Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH “The Restoration of Oldlands Mill” - a talk by Fred Mailladet. Members £1.50. Visitors £2. Contact: Beryl Varley 01273 832351 Tuesday 26 January, 18:30-20:30
Fostering Information Evening
County Hall North (Parkside), North Street/ Chart Way, Horsham RH12 1XH Come along to meet members of the Fostering Team, ask questions and discover more about what it takes to become a foster carer. To view our video on a real-life foster family, visit our West Sussex videos pages (www.westsussex.go.uk) and see our ‘Fostering - the inside story’. Wednesday 27 January, 20:00–22:00
Butterflies and Moths of Sussex – Michael Blencowe Main Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT East Grinstead RSPB local group Illustrated Lecture. Entry Fee: £5 for guests. Contact: Lesley Berry 01342 324955 Friday 29 January, 10:00–15:00
Burgess Hill Expo
The King’s Centre, 33-35 Victoria Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9LR Poker Themed B2B Tradeshow. 6 Guest Speakers including Penina Shepherd of Acumen Business Law. Raffles, Prizes and Grand Draw. Free to Guests. Sonny Cutting 01273 834316 burgesshill@netxp.co.uk www.netxp.co.uk
Saturday 23 January, 18:30 for 19:00 till Midnight
Friday 29 January, 20:00–22:00
A traditional Burns Supper with a 3 course meal with a piper and speeches, some humorous, followed by some easy Scottish Country dancing. Contact to book 01403 252694 or newsletter@ midsussexcaledoniansociety.org.uk www.midsussexcaledoniansociety.org.uk
Hurstpierpoint Guide Hall, Adjacent to Trinity Road car park, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY Art Deco: Talk by Ian Gledhill, on the fashion that swept the world in the early twentieth century. Free to members (£10 annual subscription). £3 for non-members. Contact: Chairman: Bill Kent 01273 832280 w.kent123@btinternet.com
Burns Supper
Saturday 23 January, 19:00 for 19:30
Clayton with Keymer Churches ‘Murder Mystery Play with supper’
Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH Come and help solve the mystery of who killed the vicar whilst enjoying a delicious three course meal. Pay Bar. £15 per person. Tickets from Hassocks Hardware. Contact: Juliet Strange 01273843908 julietstrange@onetel.com Saturday 23 January, 19:30 for 19:45
Burns Night Supper
The Eight Bells, The Street, Bolney RH17 5QW Join us for a night of Scottish celebration. After “a wee dram” and the ceremonial ‘Ode to the Haggis’, enjoy a 4-course meal, accompanied by a Scottish Piper. £20 per person. Contact: Emma Wasyliw, The Eight Bells, 01444 881396 www.theeightbellsbolney.co.uk info@theeightbellsbolney.co.uk
One of the best family days out in Sussex!
Hurstpierpoint Historical & Geographical Society talk
Saturday 30 January, 11:00-12:30 & 14:0015:30
Ridgeview Vineyard & Winery Tour & Tasting
Ridgeview Wine Estate, Fragbarrow Lane, Ditchling Common BN6 8TP Tour of Ridgeview’s vineyard and winery and a tasting of our wines in our Tasting Room, overlooking the South Downs. £15 per person. Contact: Hannah Simpson-Banks 01444 242040 hannah@ridgeview.co.uk; www.ridgeview.co.uk Saturday 30 January,14:30
Mid Sussex Ramblers - Sussex Area Annual General Meeting
The Shoreham Centre, 2 Pond Road, Shoreham-on-Sea, BN43 5WU, TQ215052 Followed by tea and cakes and a Speaker from BBC Radio Sussex. 0mi/0km. Easy Access
The Golden Arrow
The Bluebell Railway's Golden Arrow Pullman dining train is the perfect setting for a special meal with friends or an intimate evening for two. Pullman travel ticket £27.00 (per person) Table D'Hote menu £48.00 (per person) including VAT Children (aged 5 - 13 years) Pullman travel ticket £27.00 Table D'Hote menu £27.00 (per person) including VAT
Afternoon Tea Train
Full traditional Afternoon Tea is served on board as you steam through the beautiful Sussex Countryside. Afternoon Tea includes a choice of luxury teas, a selection of delicious sandwiches followed by mouth-watering cakes, tarts, scones, fruit bread and shortcake. See website for more details
Valentine's Lunches
Valentine’s specials on either the Golden Arrow or Afternoon Tea train. See website for more details
Bookings now being taken for 2016
Tel: 01825 720800 info@bluebell-railway.co.uk
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Preparation of Certificates of Origin A certificate of origin is an important international trade document attesting that goods are wholly obtained, produced, manufactured or processed in a particular country. Send us your signed commercial invoice and details of the consignment and we will prepare the required document for you. e-z-Cert This is an express service using electronic stamps and signatures to allow exporters to print their approved documents.
Exporting? Don’t be scared If you are exporting overseas, the Sussex Chamber of Commerce can help. They offer export services including help with documentation and forms, saving you both time and money Once you have identified your market overseas, what next? The Sussex Chamber of Commerce offers help and advice with all aspects of export documentation to make trading overseas as easy and successful as possible. We assist exporters throughout the process of completing the documentation. Chamber Certification and Embassy Legalisation of all Export Documents If you are exporting goods, correctly prepared documentation is vitally important. Incorrect completion of the required paperwork can lead to delays at Customs, which in turn can result in storage charges. The Chamber can certify all types of export documentation and arrange subsequent embassy legalisation if required. Authentication of EUR1 and ATR forms An EUR1 is a Movement Certificate used to support claims for preferential rates of duty in the country of importation. The
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goods must ‘originate’ in the UK or EU. The ATR Certificate entitles goods, which are in ‘free circulation’ in the EU to receive preferential import duty treatment when shipped to Turkey. This applies to all eligible goods except agricultural goods, minerals and steel which require an EUR1 Movement Certificate. The Chamber is able to authenticate these forms on behalf of HM Revenue & Customs. Notarisation Service or Foreign & Commonwealth Office Express Service Do you need documents Notarised by a Notary Public or legalised by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office? We can arrange this for you.
Letter of Credit Processing Service This can be an arduous task and incorrectly completed documents can incur both bank charges and a delay in payment. We can arrange production of all the documents, shipment of your goods and presentation to the bank, saving you hours of valuable time. ATA Carnet for Temporary Export This is an international Customs document which allows the temporary importation of commercial samples, professional equipment or goods going to either a trade fair or exhibition to countries which are part of the ATA Carnet system. It simplifies the custom formalities by allowing a single document to be used which is valid for one year and allows for movement of the goods shown on the Carnet as many times as required during the 12 months to any of the destinations applied for. Sussex International Trade Forums Our forums bring together companies that are already engaged in international business or just thinking about it. It is a great way to learn more about exporting and share experiences.
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