November 2015 Sussex Living

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No 126 November 2015

LET’S GET CRAFTY

Upcycle and create your own Christmas decorations

SAMARITANS ON CALL

Three Mid Sussex listeners tell their stories

FRANKED, STAMPED, POSTED

Delve into the world of stamp collecting

Whizz, pop

BA NG! FIREWORKS TO LIGHT UP YOUR NIGHT

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Editor’s COMMENT

I love this time of year; the air is crisp, the nights are cosy and Christmas is just around the corner, whoopee! Make sure to turn to pages 55 to 61 for our cracking Christmas gift guide. And if you haven’t done your pud yet, get the currants out for Tori Stevens’ traditional family pudding recipe (p.50).

We have yet more festive fun for you with our crafty Christmas decorations on page 26, as well as our festive village events from page 54 – make sure you don’t miss out!

Ruth Lawrence delved into the world of stamp collecting this month as she met up with two local enthusiasts. They shared their fascinating stories with her, as well as showing her their colourful collections.

Turn to pages 63 to 69 for the full story.

For all of you who have been eagerly awaiting part two of Lisa de Silva’s traditional Sussex building methods, you can discover all about timber, tiles, bricks and stone from page 31. And in the garden (p.38) Flo Whitaker is championing the tulip ready for spring!

I hope you like our sparkling November cover – it certainly gets me in the mood for some bonfi re celebrations. Many thanks to Queenie Waterman and F1 Pyrotechnics for the image. You can fi nd a list of all the local bonfi re events in the Local Living section of the mag from page 16. Have a great night whatever you do!

All the team here would like to say thanks to Millie Forman who did her work experience with us; she was very helpful, wrote some wonderful book reviews (p.78) and hopefully enjoyed her time here with us.

And thanks to all our readers and advertisers for your continued support.

Enjoy your November Sussex Living.

Whizz, pop bang!

Find your local bonfire events

Crafty Christmas

Glue, stick and decorate!

Stamp collecting

The colourful world of philately

Samaritans

Always listening, always there

72 Beautiful You

63 Stamp

Collecting

26 Christmas Crafts

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Regulars 8 16 31 38 40 42

10 Snap Happy

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Natural living

Ruth Lawrence meets some Exmoor ponies

Local living

Keeping up to date with your community news and events

Home & garden

Discover traditional Sussex building methods, part two

Blooming times

Flo Whitaker, Burgess Hill Horticultural Society, champions the tulip

Steyning walk

Les Campbell brings you a 4.5 mile circular

Dear Sussex Living…

Feedback from our readers

Let’s eat

Warm up with this delicious fish pie

In season

It’s national sandwich day!

Features

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Snap happy

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Present Company

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Beautiful you

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Rush to Rushfields

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Stitch in time

Tufnells

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The Cat Inn

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Christmas pudding

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Santa’s in town

In Burgess Hill this December

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The Alternative Healthcare

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On

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The introduction of grazing Exmoor ponies on Chailey Common is a welcome sight, and ideal for keeping the heathland under control It was a languid evening in late summer, no breeze, no sound save the faint chirring of hidden grasshoppers. Chailey Common seemed empty but on skirting a corner of pale silver birches, I caught the unexpected sight of a small herd of Exmoor ponies grazing a large clearing.

Coloured brown, bay or dun, they blend easily into bracken, heather and gorse and their characteristic ‘mealy’ muzzle and ‘toad’ eye (prominent flesh around the eye to protect it from harsh weather) make them easy to identify.

Native to their namesake land many miles west, I was surprised to see these stocky, hardy ponies here; later I discovered that their presence is down to the Sussex Pony Grazing Conservation Trust, who provide the ponies to graze protected, rare heath, preventing it returning to an overgrown state.

Exmoor ponies are the UK’s oldest native equine breed and the closest pure descendent from

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ponies that inhabited this country 100,000 years ago; they remain one of the purest equine examples in existence. They lived alongside mammoths and sabre toothed tigers, and remain tough animals today with short ears to keep out rain, large nostrils and a long face to warm the winter air. Their winter coat has two layers, making them impervious to snow and cold.

They have a long, thick tail with short hairs on top to act as a water chute while tough, neat hooves cope with hard or wet terrain.

Small, with an average height of 12.1 hands high (a ‘hand’ is four inches), they are perfectly suited to living in this environment of poor soils and ground prone to bogginess. Capable of thriving on poor forage, gorse, rush and bramble, the ponies trample bracken to open up the sward.

Exmoor ponies are classed as endangered – there are only about 2,000 individuals in the world. At the end of World War II they were rarer than the giant panda after they’d been used for food and target practice while their owners were away at war, but thankfully their unique and special qualities have been recognized and they are now a part of the Sussex

landscape because of the grazing programme.

A total of 80 ponies, broken into smaller herds now graze ecologically important sites including Chailey Common, which at 450 acres is one of the largest areas of lowland heath in South East England.

The project is always keen to recruit volunteer ‘lookers’, an old English term meaning “one who watches over” to check the pony’s welfare and the condition of gates, fences and water troughs and funds are always needed for vets, trailers, fencing and transport.

The ponies seemed the perfect addition to the landscape; as I sat for a while, the sound of them nibbling the grass, snorting and slowly moving across the clearing was a comforting feeling, their presence a welcome surprise in an unfamiliar place.

Exmoor ponies lived alongside mammoths and sabre toothed tigers and remain one of the purest equine examples in existence

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Snappy Snap

Happy A group of snap happy students experienced the world of professional photography with a front cover project, and I spoke to a retired professional about the history of photography

Our magazine was approached recently by a local photographer working with a group of keen photography students. He had set them an exciting project, which, much to our delight, was to take a photograph suitable for the front cover of Sussex Living magazine!

Paul Noble, the photographer working with the students, showed us the results, and we were very, very impressed.

Treating the project like a real commission from us, Paul gave his students a picture brief, technical guidance and a strict deadline.

They were told the image must be eye-catching, and they must then supply a ďŹ nished image (including any post-production work) ready for reproduction. The image must adhere to speciďŹ c dimensions, resolution and colour quality and have space for a header and cover lines. Lastly they were given a deadline.

Rising admirably to the challenge, the students produced some very arresting images. We just had to see what they would look like, so we mocked up some continued on page 12

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Interested to hear what another photographer thought about the images, I spoke to Michael Denman, a photographer who had his own photographic shop and studio in Haywards Heath for 40 years.

Him and his partner did wedding photography, colour printing, portraiture and studio work as well as running the shop out front. Now retired, and having celebrated his 80th birthday the day before I met him, Michael is as keen on photography as he ever was and is intrigued to see the front cover images.

“That’s unusual with the diagonal background,” he mused as he looked at the

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rhododendrons, then reaching the bee on the purple flower his face lit up; “That’s my kind of photography,” he said. “They have taken the trouble, made the technical effort.” His own interest in photography was sparked at about the age of ten, and when he was old enough he became a Saturday lad with a photographic company in Salisbury. By that point Michael was already developing his own fi lms at home and became more interested in the dark room than the camera. It’s the magic, “The magic of putting a piece of photographic paper in a dish and seeing the picture come to life in front of your eyes,” he told me. I nostalgically recall the smell of the college darkroom

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production programmes such as Photoshop; “That is magical as well…things that used to take me hours in a dark room take a few seconds on a screen.”

For the average Joe Public photography started in the 1930s, although the fi rst popular cameras actually came about in 1888 with George Eastman and the Kodak. They cost just $5. In the 1980s the fi rst digital cameras arrived with their audio cassette tape recording technology – they were about the size of a slide projector. “It’s ironic that the one thing that hasn’t changed is the shape of an SLR camera,” Michael said. “There is a certain functionality of something that is designed for a purpose and there is no point in changing it for

For the average Joe Public photography started in the 1930s, although the first popular cameras actually came about in 1888 with George Eastman and the Kodak myself – developer, fi xer, all very evocative.

Michael looked on through the cover images; “The fly on the white daisy is lovely because it’s light and delicate, lovely composition.” He was keen on the signpost breaking up the horizontal line of the Downs, as the tree does in the field with the girl running with sunlight in her hair. The rocks on the beach he thought have a tremendous depth of field, although could do with something like a fishing boat to break up the horizon line.

Fully embracing technological advances, Michael extols post-

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fashion.

On the other hand, people are producing marvelous pictures with smart phones.”

I suggested that phone cameras often offer far more pixels than your average compact digital, which Michael countered with, “Pixels aren’t everything.

The lens is important, and of course smart phones only have a tiny lens.” The other thing, he explained, is the discipline of looking through a viewfi nder.

Snapping freely with our phones held out at arms reach, one does continued on page 14

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Michael drew comparisons with the old photographs taken on box brownies, where it took an age and everyone had to stand there like inanely grinning statues continued from page 12

not have the same concentration on the image. “Having it up to your eye with nothing else in the viewfi nder makes you concentrate, and it makes all the difference in the world. You get better pictures because all your effort is going into that one image.”

Michael drew comparisons with the old photographs taken on box brownies, where it took an age and everyone had to stand there like inanely grinning statues, but, he said, “If you go back through the albums, they are so composed.” Not just in terms of the figures; the costumes they wore and the scenes they set, such as ‘Summer on the Norfolk Broads in the 1930s’, one Michael imagined his parents posing for.

One of the biggest developments during Michael’s career was the Kodak Instamatic,

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and he fondly recalled the advertising commercial for it with the man who fell in the swimming pool. “A photographer who I knew back in the day,” he said, “would have people come up to him and say, ‘Brilliant photographs, what camera did you use?’ My friend used to say no one would go up to a writer and ask them what sort of pen they used….it’s just a tool for the job.” So does it matter? I ask.

Is there a difference between a Hasselblad and a Nikon?

“Technology has just changed everything,” Michael replied.

“In those days it mattered, the equipment you used, the fi lm, the way in which prints were made.”

But today, not so much. And yet, Michael fi nished by saying, “Even now I think they are teaching the fundamentals of analogue photography in schools, which I think is a very good thing.”

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Remembrance Services On Sunday 8th November Clayton and Keymer RBL will be holding a Remembrance Service at The Lych Gate of St John the Baptist Church, Clayton commencing at 10.45am when the names of the Fallen will be read, followed by the wreath laying and prayers. Immediately following, there will be a service in the Church commencing at 11.00am.

At Approximately 12 noon, there will be a further wreath laying ceremony at The Royal British Legion Headquarters in Woodsland Road, Hassocks.

In the afternoon, a parade will form at 2.00pm in Woodsland Road including the Burgess Hill Marching Youth and local youth organisations.

The Parade will then march through the village to Saint Edwards Church, Lodge Lane for a Service of Remembrance at 2.30pm.

After the Service, the Parade will then proceed to the Keymer War Memorial for a wreath laying ceremony and prayers. The Parade will then return to The RBL Headquarters in Woodsland Road where light refreshments will be served.

On Wednesday 11th November the observance of Two Minutes Silence will take place at 11am at The War Memorial in Keymer. Everyone is very welcome to attend any or all of these events.

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The Annual Mid-Sussex Remembrance Concert For nearly twenty years the MidSussex Remembrance Concert has been promoted by Ardingly Choral Society and this year it will take place in the Dolphin Centre, Haywards Heath, on Sunday 8th November at 7.30pm in conjunction with Ardingly Prep School Choir and Mid-Sussex Sinfonia. The

soloists will be tenor Lawrence Olsworth-Peter, Baritone Mike Christie and soprano Olivia Bell.

The major work will be Puccini’s delightful but vigorous Messa di Gloria. This setting of the mass explores all the most rewarding choral styles of the early twentieth century and also displays both the tenor and baritone soloists in what was to become his extraordinarily brilliant operatic technique.

The concert always starts with Robert Hammersley’s moving Remembrance in which the children’s choir plays an emotionally powerful role.

Robert will conduct the concert which then features the children (under their director Stephen Smith) in a selection of varied songs.

This is followed by Beethoven’s Seventh Symphony Slow Movement to which Robert has added Siegfried Sassoon’s uplifting poem ‘Everyone Sang’. The choral version of those words fits the mood of Beethoven’s slow movement very closely,

reflecting Sassoon’s relief at the passing of the terror of fighting in the trenches that he faced in the First World War. There follows Panis Angelicus in which all the choral forces will perform and, after that, Verdi’s exuberant Brindisi to lift everyone’s spirits for a combined performance of Parry’s Jerusalem to round off the first part of the concert before the performance of Puccini’s Gloria.

Tickets will be available from Carousel Music (01444 417654), from Michael Kershaw (01825 791241) and on the door.

Fairies, Phantoms and Fiends Opera Heber Opera’s concert Fairies, Phantoms and Fiends will take place on 22nd November at the Steyning Centre and on 29th November at Hurstpierpoint Village Centre. Both performances start at 6pm.

Opera usually focuses on love and death but very often it is the supernatural influence that determines the outcome, so Heber Opera is looking at the operas where witches meddle with fate and fairies plague mortals, where heroines fall in love with ghosts and ghosts make unreasonable demands of heroes. Oh, and vampires!

Musical director Michael Withers will be guiding the audience through all the excerpts during the evening with an informative narrative that will put the operas into context and provide fascinating background information about the works and their composers.

The programme will include witches in scenes from Dido and Aeneas (Purcell) and Macbeth (Verdi), fairies as portrayed

by Vaughan Williams, Purcell and Sulllivan, and ghosts from Sullivan’s Ruddigore and Wagner’s Flying Dutchman.

Even vampires will be under the microscope as there will be extended excerpts from a little-known opera by Heinrich Marschner – Der Vampyr.

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love story or the power struggle that forms the main story, but the real stars are often the supernatural elements that drive the main characters; just think of the witches in Macbeth or Mephistopheles in the Faust legends! And very often these supernatural characters inspire a composer’s best music.”

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Ditchling Players set builders Do you enjoy making things with your hands? Would you like to get together with some like-minded people and have the satisfaction of being part of a team? If you answered yes then you could be the person we’re looking for.

Sets are an important part of any production and we are looking for people to become involved with a small group in preparation work for building the sets, looking ahead to problems that may arise

and constructing some items beforehand. Your help would also be required on the day of the set build in helping to put everything together.

If you, or someone you know, would be interested in being involved in this or would like further information please contact Alec Gaskin on 01273 843182 or by e-mail at amandalec@googlemail.com Ditchling Players autumn production is well under way and we’re very pleased to welcome three new faces to the Ditchling stage for this suspenseful production, ‘Nightmare’ by Norman Robbins, on the 18th-21st November at Ditchling Village Hall. Marion Bishop is a successful romantic novelist living in an isolated cottage on the edge of Barrowdale Moor, cared for by Katherine Willis and Katherine’s brother, Michael.

When Katherine and Michael go to Scotland mysterious telephone calls start and a long lost relative of Marion’s appears, all of which culminates in a murder.

Deceit, suspicion, blackmail and incrimination are woven into a web of crime which is completed by a dramatic confrontation and an ingenious twist.

Tickets are £8.00 (Wednesday) and £9.00 (Thursday to Saturday) and are now on sale from Clifford Dann, High Street, Ditchling (01273 843344). We look forward to seeing you in the audience.

Leo House nurses Join us for a sales and Coffee Morning at Hassocks United Reformed Church on Saturday 14th November from 9.30-12 noon in aid of the Leo House nurses.

There will be cakes, a tombola, a nearly-new clothes sale, gifts, books from the Lions, puzzles and a raffle.

All the money raised from this fun morning will go to the Leo House nurses who do such wonderful work caring for life limited children from 0-25 years

in Sussex. Each nurse has a large caseload and supports families from the time of diagnosis right through to end of life and bereavement. The support the nurses provide might be anything from looking after the sick child or young person in order for the rest of the family to spend time together, providing information and obtaining equipment, teaching the family how to carry out certain medical procedures and bereavement support for however long it is needed.

Please do come and join us for this worthwhile cause, every donation is gratefully received.

Visit www.leohouse.org.uk for further information.

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For further information please contact robin@ letsdancehassocks.com or call 01903 817029. Hope to see you there!

Wivelsfield Little Theatre presents...

BBC Children In Need On Friday 13th November Let’s Dance! (Hassocks) will be holding their Sponsored Tap Dancing Sessions for the BBC Children In Need Appeal. This has been an annual event by the school for over 20 years.

Children from 3 years in Fancy Dress from 4.00-5.00pm.

Older pupils and adults from 6.30-8.30pm. Come along and join in the fun with us at Keymer Church Hall either Tapping or as a spectator.

Refreshments will be

’Edge of Darkness’, a Victorian mystery play by Brian Clemens on Thursday 19th to Saturday 21st November.

Licensed Bar opens at 7pm, Curtain up at 7.30pm.

Wivelsfield Village Hall, Eastern Road, RH17 7QG After her disappearance several years ago, Emma finds that her memory is damaged; there is so much that she does not recognise or understand.

Why is she afraid of a number of everyday items? Is she really Emma? Behind these questions looms a menacing mystery which finally erupts into violence and horror.

Ample free parking, disabled

access. Tickets are £8 and available from our box office on 01444 471201.

St Peter’s Church, Twineham - 500th Anniversary St Peter’s Church is one of the earliest brick built churches in Sussex, built during the 16th Century. Local tradition gives this as 1516 during the reign of Henry VIII (1509-1547).

Next year during the week of St Peter & St Pauls Day (29th June 2016) St Peter’s Church will celebrate 500 years with services and events planned to commemorate this wonderful occasion.

To mark this historic occasion, a Book of Memories will be produced by the Parochial Church Council and we are appealing to anyone who has now, or in the past, any connection with St Peter’s Church to share their memories, and photographs.

We hope to gather memories from people married at St Peter’s (and perhaps their family and other wedding guests), those

whose children were baptised here, the many with connections with Twineham CEP School who will have attended school services in the Church, bell ringers who have visited our tower, relatives or friends of people at rest in our beautiful Churchyard, and anyone who has enjoyed visiting our historic building.

Please help us to celebrate by sharing your memories and photos!

Please send your written memory to Mrs Jo Worsley, Twineham Place Farm, Twineham Lane, Twineham, West Sussex RH17 5NP or email jo.worsley@btinternet.com. The deadline is 31st December 2015.

We would be grateful if you would include a stamped addressed envelope for the return of your photographs.

Be an Age UK volunteer The Age UK shop in Hassocks is calling on local people to sign up as a volunteer to help raise much-needed funds to support the Charity’s work with older people. Stella Stevens, a volunteer at the Age UK

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Hassocks shop, said: “Not only have I been able to help make a difference to the lives of older people, I also really enjoy volunteering with Age UK. You meet lots of people every day in the shop and, along with the team, I am pleased to say that many have become good friends.

Anyone looking to meet new people and get involved should definitely consider volunteering at the Age UK Shop in Hassocks.”

Age UK has over 420 shops across the UK, which are supported by a team of dedicated staff and volunteers.

Those volunteering can expect to support the shop in a range of activities, both behind the scenes and on the shop floor, including serving customers, merchandising and creating displays, managing stock donations and assisting with shop administration.

Beverley Paxton, Shop Manager at the Age UK Hassocks shop, said: “We are reliant on the support of volunteers, so whether it’s for five minutes or five hours, we are delighted when anyone wants to support us. Not only will you meet new people and be a key part of the local community, you will also be helping Age UK raise vital funds. These enable us to deliver a range of services to help ensure older people can make the most of later life. If you would like to join us please just pop in and talk to us about how you can help!”

Bonfire Events Danny Park

Sunday 1st November 5.30pm Gates open 6.00pm Best Guy Competition Judging 6.30pm Fireworks Display 6.50pm Bonfire lit with all the Guys and the Best Guy on top New Way Lane Hurstpierpoint BN6 9BB The 20th Hurst Family Bonfire & Fireworks evening will be celebrated with its biggest ever bumper display of fireworks from our regular pyrotechnic masters. This year the event is organised by Hurstpierpoint Gymnastics Club with assistance from various other schools and associations, all of which will benefit from your support.

Burgess Hill & District Lions are also supporting the event.

Take a ‘Guy’ to the Best Guy Competition before 5.50pm and one child will be given free admission (one Guy gives admittance to one child).

Under 3’s are admitted free.

Food available on site, including BBQ. Free parking.

Children or adults £5.00 on the gate or £3.00 in advance – unchanged from last year’s prices!

Families including up to two adults and three children £15.00, but still only £9.00 in advance.

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available in Hurstpierpoint from the Minthouse and Pierpoint Pets and in Hassocks from QD Stationery, Marchants or the Friends of Hassocks Infants School, in Albourne from the school PTA, and in Burgess Hill from Birchwood Grove PTA and London Meed School.

For safety reasons - No private fireworks or sparklers etc please.

For the up-to-date position regarding the weather, please view our news page on www. hurstpierpointgym.co.uk

Lindfield Bonfire Society

Thursday 5th November 6.30pm Fancy Dress Competition 7.30pm Torchlight Procession 8.15pm Lighting of the Bonfire 8.30pm Grand Firework Display 9.00pm to 9.15pm End of show.

9.30pm Roads reopen to traffic Celebrations will start with our Fancy Dress competition at the King Edward Hall (free to enter), followed by a torch light procession around Lindfield village. On Lindfield Common the reading of the Bonfire Prayer and lighting of the bonfire will take place, before ending the evening with our grand firework display.

Please visit our website (www.lindfieldbonfiresociety. co.uk) or Facebook page (Lindfield Bonfire Society) for further details.

Chailey Bonfire Night

Saturday 7th November 6.30pm Start Lewes Road Chailey BN8 4DB

Chailey Bonfire Society will be holding Bonfire Night celebrations with a torchlit processions, bands, bonfire and fireworks. No Visiting Societies please. This is a very small village family bonfire society orientated event.

Cuckfield Bonfire

Saturday 7 November 6.00pm Gates open 6.45pm Bonfire lit 7.30pm Fireworks to music start Cuckfield Park Cuckfield Haywards Heath RH17 5AB Now in its 30th year, Cuckfield’s bonfire is the major fundraising event in the village. Run by an enthusiastic committee, the aim is to run a safe, spectacular and fun event that can be enjoyed by all the family – and raise money for good causes.

All funds raised, after costs, go to young people in education locally. Significant distributions have been made to Holy Trinity Primary School, Cuckfield, Woodlands Meed Special School, Kangaroos in Haywards Heath and Cuckfield Playgroup.

Visitors can expect the usual HUGE bonfire decorated with many Guys made by the children of Holy Trinity Primary. Bright FM’s roadshow gets things swinging until the bonfire is lit followed by a professionally run firework display, all choreographed to music.

There are a host of food and drink stands too, raising money for their own good causes. Full details at www.cuckfieldbonfire. co.uk or www.facebook.com/ cuckfieldbonfire.

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November Films Ditchling Film Society Thursday 5th November Selma (12A) – a scorching civil rights masterpiece. In the spring of 1965, the Rev Martin Luther King sets out from the town of Selma in Alabama to begin his famous civil rights march to Montgomery, the state capital. His protest, the horrific violence it prompted from state police, and the eventual reforms that enable black citizens to register to vote without fearing for their safety, which forever altered history, are the focal points of this terrific, intelligent, understated film. The impressive cast includes David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo and Tim Roth.

Director: Ava DuVernay.

Thursday 26th November Of Horses and Men (15) – This is a collection of six or so interlocking fables about a group of rural Icelanders and their relationships with their horses and each other. Each story involves at least one horse and its human owner – two

soulful beasts united against the blind cruelty of fate. The stories are played out across plains of blue ash, green rock and grey snow. Set in photogenic Iceland, it is a well-crafted and resoundingly original film which

is intelligent and breathtakingly beautiful.

Director: Benedikt Erlingsson.

The films will be shown in Ditchling Village Hall. Doors open 7.30pm, film starts at 8.00pm. Free coffee and biscuits

beforehand and wine can be purchased by the glass. There is ample free parking behind the hall. Guests and temporary members are welcome for the sum of £5.00 payable at the door.

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We, at St Andrew’s Church, Edburton, have produced an entertaining, limited edition calendar in aid of church funds.

It is A4 size and a ‘month to view’ with a spiral top and hanging loop. Each month has an illustration and a thought-provoking saying, below which is plenty of room for daily engagements.

Priced from only £5, it is now in local outlets including Small Dole Stores, Rushfields Plant Centre Poynings, The Fox Small Dole, Shepherd and Dog Pub Fulking, Coles Automotives Edburton, Henfield Leisure Centre, Springs Smoked Salmon Edburton, Hamfelds Henfield ,Wayfield Farm Shop Pyecombe

For more information including further outle ts, and also how to order and buy online, visit www.downlandchurches.co.uk

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For Brian Wiseman, the Great Storm of October 1987 marked another notable event; his move back to Burgess Hill and the opening of his store, Present Company. In his other guise as a musician, Brian has travelled all over the UK, but he’s a Sussex lad at heart Why the return to Sussex?

“I was tempted by a traditional confectionery shop in Station Road that was for sale. I thought that if most chocolates were sold as gifts, maybe there was a market for combining them with other gift-related items. The business grew and homewares entered the mix. Furniture was the obvious next step but the shop was too small for that, so Present Company re-located to the Martlets.”

When did the interest in Fair Trade start?

“I’d sometimes declined to buy products because of their dubious provenance. My wife, Louise, and I became increasingly concerned about the pay and conditions of workers.

We decided to visit India and see for ourselves.”

And how was that?

“We searched for companies who were fair to their workers.

It’s not just about the rate of pay. We gave orders to businesses that provided employees’ sick pay, meals, or a crèche, or time off for religious festivals. The ultimate Fair Trade goal is, of course, long term financial security, but cultural security is very important too. The response to the simple question, “May we look around your factory?” will tell you a lot. A stony silence means there’s something to hide.”

How often do you visit your suppliers?

“Frequently. Louise can’t remember how many times she’s visited India; she stopped counting after her 30th trip. Indonesia is also a very important source for us. Being an archipelago of over 17,000 islands, we need a local ‘fixer’ to run around and check on everything. Ours is fantastic - she’s Bali’s answer to Wonderwoman!”

You closed your Martlets store?

“Yes, in September 2013. We moved into offices on the first floor of the Market Place centre to work solely on an online business but people kept asking us when the new shop was opening. So, the office became a shop, but first and foremost we trade online from our website. The internet’s changed everything. It’s crazy - we’ve just shipped a toast rack to Adelaide!”

With such a hectic life, I assume the guitars got sold off long ago?

“Never! I’ll always be a gigging musician. We were in India last month but I returned early in order to play at the St Peter and St James Hospice Charity Ball.

Life is incredibly busy, but I wouldn’t change a thing - although a 30 hour day wouldn’t go amiss!”

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Sunday 8th November Far from the Madding Crowd (12A) – This film set in Victorian England, is an adaptation of Thomas Hardy’s literary classic Far from the Madding Crowd.

The independent, beautiful and headstrong Bathsheba Everdene, attracts three very different suitors: Gabriel Oak, a sheep farmer; Frank Troy, a handsome and reckless Sergeant; and William Boldwood, a prosperous and mature bachelor. This film explores the nature of relationships and love – as well as the human ability to overcome hardships through resilience and perseverance.

Director: Thomas Vinterberg 7.30pm, Wivelsfield Village Hall.

Hurst Village Cinema Thursday 12th November, 8.00pm Ida (15) – In a mere 80 minutes, this film explores more than many films of two or three hours do. Stunningly shot in monochrome, the film tells the story of Ida, a novice nun who is sent by her Mother Superior to meet her sole surviving relative, her aunt, before she takes her final vows. Together they set out to discover what happened to the rest of their family. Many themes are explored with the lightest of

touches and in subtle depth.

This is a compact masterpiece.

Thursday 19th November, 7.00pm NT Live: Of Mice and Men – The hit Broadway production Of Mice and Men, filmed on stage in New York by National Theatre Live, comes to UK cinemas.

This landmark revival of Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck’s play is a powerful portrait of the American spirit and a heartbreaking testament to the bonds of friendship.

Friday 27th November, 8.00pm While We’re Young (15) – Ben Stiller and Naomi Watts play a fortyish couple whose life is in a bit of a rut. When they meet twentyish couple and strike up a friendship they rediscover some of their youthful zest and start to reassess their life, much to the bemusement of their peers. A terrific satire on hipster lifestyle and mid-life crises, this film is properly funny and is stuffed with brilliant gags as well as being genuinely thought provoking.

Saturday 28th November, 3.00pm The Great Mouse Detective (U) – Exciting and beautifully animated, The Great Mouse Detective is the story of Basil of Baker Street who is on the trail of the dastardly criminal Ratigan. It is a genuinely exciting, a well-told tale that is entertaining to both children and adults.

Sunday 29th November 3.00pm The Imitation Game (12A) – Based on the real life story of legendary cryptanalyst Alan Turing, the film portrays the nail-biting race against time

by Turing and his brilliant team of codebreakers at Britain’s top-secret Government Code and Cypher School at Bletchley Park, during the darkest days of World War II. All films shown at The Players Theatre, Hurstpierpoint High Street.

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The Perks Of Being A Wallflower 2012 I am 16 and fickle with my love of films; one week my movie of choice will be an adventure, the next a perfect romance.

However, there is one film that never wavers in my esteem and that is The Perks of Being a Wallflower, written and directed by Stephen Chbosky.

Not only do I love the honesty in the way it betrays the highs and lows of growing up, the relatable plot, the wonderful actors and the beautiful filming but the soundtrack made me realize how great David Bowie is which, I’m sure, a lot of people would see as a valuable lesson to be learned.

The Perks of Being a Wallflower follows Charlie (Logan Lerman) who is a quiet and socially awkward outsider as he starts high school. Despite starting positively with all his trepidations seemingly coming true – his first few days go by unmarked by any new friendships – he soon meets siblings Sam (played by Emma Watson) and Patrick, who is brought to life so perfectly by Ezra Miller, the same actor who played the tormented Kevin in We Need To Talk About Kevin.

He falls into their non-conformist artsy crowd, unpopular at school but full of wonderful and exciting characters.

Charlie’s new friends, alongside mentor-like English teacher Mr Anderson (Paul Rudd), help to rescue him from his depression and guide him towards understanding that people will accept him for who he is. The film finishes with my favourite ever movie scene; one which puts a huge smile on my face and made me download Bowie’s Heroes onto my phone.

The Perks of Being a Wallflower, which is based on a book by the same author that I would also recommend, is a film perfect for adolescents and adults alike, although I have a suspicion that the older generation would use it as an opportunity to reminisce about their own youth.

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BY TORI STEVENS

CRAFTY

Got a Christmas decoration dilemma? Get inspired with Tori and Lily as they enjoy an afternoon of crafty Christmas decoration making, then see what you can make yourself

Christmas

Christmas tree baubles can quickly look scratched and tired, but to save you from throwing them away try these two different DIY designs – upcycle, have fun and make your tree look fabulous!

Shabby chic baubles You will need Old baubles, any shape or size Lots of different fabric cut offs Fabric glue Glue brush Scissors String for hanging up

1) Cut up lots of squares of different fabrics, roughly 1 inch in size.

2) Spread the glue onto the bauble, place fabric down and smooth out and repeat process until all covered.

You may have to overlap the fabrics, which is fine.

3) Tie your chosen string to the end of the bauble and hang it up to dry – it wont take long!

Blingy baubles You will need Old baubles, any shape or size Gems or diamantes Fabric glue Glue brush String for hanging up 1) Dot the glue onto the bauble where you want to stick the gem or diamante and carefully press it into place.

2) Glue and stick until you are happy with how the bauble looks. We made ours in all different patterns – some covered all over, some dotted around and some with sparkly strips.

3) String it up to dry. This one is so easy Lily did most of the work herself!

Every Christmas tree needs a special decoration to crown the top – make yours extra special this year with a home-made angel.

Angel You will need An old cereal box Fabric Glue Glitter Glue Christmas wrapping paper or any other pretty paper 1 small bauble Ribbon Scissors 1) Cut a large circle out of the cereal box, role into a cone shape and glue. You may need to trim the

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bottom edge straight. Put aside to dry. This is the angel’s body.

2) From the other side of the cereal box cut two wing shapes and cover with wrapping paper. Brush with the glitter glue and set aside to dry.

3) Take the body and glue wrapping paper around the cone, then brush with the glitter glue.

4) Sit the small bauble on top of the cone and glue around the hole.

Then glue a band of ribbon around the neck to hold the head in place.

Set aside to dry.

5) When everything is dry, glue the

wings onto the back of the cone.

Now place your angel on top of the tree and admire!

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BY SARA WHATLEY

Let’s rush to Rushfields Plants, gifts and goodies await you at this thriving family run business. Not to mention the fabulous farm shop food to fulfi l all your festive fancies Rushfields Plant Centre never fails to surprise and delight.

Under the energetic direction of Adrian Hillman, one of Rushfields’ owners, it has long since outgrown its simple ‘plant centre’ label and matured into an extraordinary retail shopping location. Of course it still retains its established reputation as the ‘go to’ place for all your garden needs from pansies to outdoor hot tubs, but a carefully thought-out strategy of expansion has resulted in Rushfields becoming the relaxing and fun place it is today.

An independent and family owned business, Rushfields nestles at the foot of the Downs near Poynings and offers not just a wonderful selection of plants and everything associated with them, but a cafe, farm shop and a really extensive and imaginative gift area.

Waiting to talk to Adrian, I strolled around the busy leisure and gift section accompanied appropriately enough by a robin – a regular visitor apparently. As I marvelled at the extraordinary range of goods, it was clear that anybody looking for Christmas or birthday present ideas could not come to a better place. I browsed amongst glassware, china, and wooden ornaments, clothing, cookware, greeting cards, children’s toys, games and jigsaw puzzles. I could continue in this vein, but there simply isn’t space in this short article to adequately cover all of the options in the gift

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The many kinds of sausages are all made on the premises, as are my personal favourites, the home-baked pies section, let alone the other retail areas of the indoor store.

I asked Adrian about the increased emphasis on the non-horticulture side of the business and his explanation was straightforward; “We’re moving into the winter months now and of course we’re less than two months away from Christmas, so it makes sense to offer people a fun place to shop, especially when there’s not much going on in the garden at this time of year. We have a large and loyal customer base who take pleasure in spending time exploring the site, so we like to give them lots of things to do and see.”

Warming to his theme, Adrian went on, “Nowadays, people’s expectations of what they can buy in a garden centre are much greater than they used to be. In fact so much so that I

believe that in certain areas, we are now a genuine out-of-town competitor for much bigger high street stores.”

Adrian joked that as the month of November arrives and their plant stock diminishes in order to make room for all the Christmas trees that will be arriving, some people worry Rushfields is going out of business! “This is defi nitely not the case,” Adrian explains.

“This year we have got the biggest amout of artificial trees Rushfields has ever seen, so you can understand we have to make quite a lot of room.” They will be housed in a dedicated festive marquee along with all the glittering Christmas lights, and then at the end of November the real Christmas trees will arrive and be placed outside.

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It is possible to fulfil an entire family’s present needs from this one store, gardeners and non-gardeners alike Rushfields. The store will be decorated in the traditional colours of red, gold and silver and the scent of pine will fi ll the air.

In fact it is more than possible to fulfi l an entire family’s Christmas present needs from this one store, gardeners and non-gardeners alike. There are books, clever gardening gadgets, toys, festive candles, solar garden lights, plants and cracking crackers.

A really popular present is Rushfields delicious Christmas hampers. These can be bought ready made-up from the Farm Shop, or you can have a bespoke one made for you. Choose from the vast array of food and drink delights to create exactly the kind of hamper you want, be it a selection of cheeses, a hamper made for the beer connoisseur in your life, or how about one fi lled with chutneys, pickles and jams? Presented beautifully, these hampers can also be made-up to your budget, making them a truly personalised gift.

It’s not just Christmas hampers the Farm Shop has to offer; there’s a huge selection of fresh fruit and vegetables, eggs and cheese, chutneys, freshly baked breads and cakes and local wine and beer. At this time of year especially the shop is overflowing with festive chocolates and sweets, many of them moulded into intricate seasonal characters; fancy snacking on Rudolph’s nose anyone? The shop’s ethos of ‘locally sourced and home-baked’

has proved to be a resounding hit with Rushfields’ customers. All the meat is from local sources, and the many different kinds of sausages are all made on the premises, as are my own personal favourites, the award-winning home-baked pies. And of course, there will be a huge selection of turkeys to choose from for your Christmas order.

As well as those making a well earned pit-stop during their shop, regulars often come just to enjoy eating the delicious homemade food in the light and airy cafe. The winter menu is now in full swing, with hearty and warming meals such as sausage and mash or pies, the very same as those available in the Farm Shop. And for a taste a little further from home, there is a new cook in the cafe who will be creating some mediteranian flavours with a selection of Tapas.

So, get ready for some Spanish themed dishes! Make your meal complete with some of the festive fare on offer, after all, who can resist a steaming cup of coffee and a mouthwatering freshly baked mince pie? Not me, that’s for sure.

RUSHFIELDS PLANT CENTRE Open 9.00-5.00pm 7 days a week Henfield Road, Poynings West Sussex BN45 7AY 01273 857445 adrian@rushfields.com www.rushfields.com

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In part two of our exploration of traditional Sussex building methods, Lisa de Silva investigates timber, tiles, bricks and stone Last month we looked at the traditional building methods of cob, adobe, rammed earth, cordwood, wattle and daub and the impact of the Roman invasion on our building and decoration methods. Now in part two we will discover more about traditional Sussex building methods as we explore timber framing, clay tiles and bricks and the use of stone.

Timber Framing In Anglo-Saxon Sussex, much of the population would have lived in a ‘hall’. This is the Old English term to describe a large room enclosed by a roof and walls.

These hall houses would contain a single hearth in the middle of the room for cooking and warmth and the whole community would eat and sleep around it.

Over time, the hall developed to provide more than one room which would allow some privacy for its more important residents.

What’s more, two storeys became more common, with the upper level usually reached by a simple wooden ladder.

By medieval times, people started to think of houses as permanent living structures and not just as temporary shelters. In Sussex, residents began to build homes using timber framing with wattle and daub infi ll. Owing to the local availability of chalk, clay and fl int, these would have been

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A Wealdon hall house, traditional to our area, describes a medieval timber-framed hall house, usually built for a yeoman. The earlier examples had thatched roofs and walls of wattle and daub, which were whitewashed. Inside, the main hall was central to the building and contained the full height of the house, whereas there was an upper storey at each end of the building. These typically

extended beyond the lower outer wall, jettying out on both sides. This feature was more for status than any practical reason or advantage.

Timber frames from this period were more comprehensively structured and built than those used for roundhouses. There were two main types; a crucks frame, which used curving tree trunks cut lengthways and placed against each other to form an A-shaped frame, like a tent.

There was also a box frame, which is a framework of vertical and horizontal timbers set together to form the shape of a house and supported by diagonal braces.

Oak was the most popular choice for frames but as it was unseasoned it took years to fully dry out, the structures often continued on page 32

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warped and cracked, giving the slightly twisted appearance we associate with medieval and Tudor homes. Once the frames were complete the gaps were filled in, usually with wattle and daub, but in later Tudor periods, the wealthy began to infill with brick.

During this period the most common roofing material was thatch. As time progressed, wealthier homeowners would begin to use clay tiles and lead for roof coverings. Glass windows remained a luxury until well into the Georgian period and for

As a wealthy county with a good supply of clay, Sussex was an early adopter of building with brick and tiles the majority, window coverings were either wooden shutters or just plain oilcloth.

The current revival of green oak framing for house building is in part due to the way oak gives instant age and character to a home. Many designs are based on old Tudor houses, but with all the advantages of modern insulation and technology.

Clay Tiles & Bricks It was the Romans who first introduced bricks to England but the techniques for making them were lost until the 13th century, when brick makers from the Low Countries brought their skills across the water. While bricks offered a distinctive and more fire-proof alternative to timber framed houses for those that could afford them, clay tiles offered the same advantages over thatched roofs. As a wealthy county with a good supply of clay, Sussex was an early adopter of building with brick and tiles.

Much of Mid Sussex sits on clay and the area developed a clay industry, making tiles, bricks and pottery. The Keymer Brick and Tile Company can trace its origins right back to 1588, to the renowned continued on page 34

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brick maker, John Pomfrey. During the Victorian period, it was the largest works in the south of England, employing over 300 people, making clay roofing tiles and bricks. Keymer’s red terracotta ware became famous winning awards in both the UK and USA. In the old days employees lived in cottages on site, with brick making tables on the ground floor and living accommodation upstairs. These homes were known as birdcages. The finished products were dispatched by rail, as Keymer had its own siding adjacent to the Lewes-Eastbourne line. Today, at its new base in Ewhurst, Surrey, the company continues to produce handmade clay tiles using the orange clays of the South Weald and the same traditional equipment and processes.

Stone From Tudor times onwards, the finest houses in our region would have been made from stone. However, stone was expensive and difficult to transport.

There were no large quarries and often a small quarry would be opened up for the building of one particular house.

For those lower down the social scale and of more limited means, stone would simply be used as it was found. With no money for a mason, the stone would be either set in mortar, or simply stacked dry to form rubble walls.

In our region, sandstone is the most common type of stone found in the Kent and Sussex Weald.

Sandstone is sedimentary which means it is a softer rock, making it easier for masons to carve and create into elaborate shapes. Wealden Sussex Sandstone has an attractive palette of oatmeal and honey shades, that mellow over time. It has been an important and valued construction material in our region since Norman times and was used to build many notable buildings, including Wakehurst Place and Battle Abbey.

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The savvy gardener must always stay months ahead of the game, which means planting your tulips now for stunning spring colour Tulips are the most diverse and amazing group of flowers you could possibly wish for. They come in a dizzying array of colours; from almost black to the purest white, trumpet-shaped, globe-shaped, peonyshaped, lily-shaped, short, tall, fat, thin – there’s a tulip to suit every taste. Some are modestly priced and long-lived, others less so.

When selecting tulips, the fiscally prudent gardener, benefitting from a steely resolve, short arms and deep pockets, sticks to a pre-planned budget. Having none of these attributes, my bank balance is guaranteed to take a hammering every autumn. Ah, well … in my heavy Sussex clay, it’d be cheaper and quicker to bury £20 notes, but I don’t care. I simply must have tulips – the more the merrier.

The sad fact is that many tulips will only put on a spectacular show for the fi rst year after planting. Originating from places such as Iran, Iraq, Turkey, Crete, Kashmir, Afghanistan – areas we used to colloquially refer to as ‘Persia’; they grow here at their northernmost limits. Our winters are too wet and our summers too cool for them to thrive. However, in horticulture, there are always exceptions to the rules. All modern garden tulips are descended from wild ‘species’ forms. If it’s longevity you’re after, species tulips will stay the course. With their jewel-like flowers, growing 1530 cms high, they look spectacular planted in short grass under deciduous trees and, given time, will bulk up into colonies, giving bright pools of colour every spring. Try ‘Odalisque’; a rich magenta pink that’s often in flower as early as March. ‘Peppermint

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Stick’ has curious long petals in candy pink and white stripes. The flowers of tulip ‘Bakeri’ open wide on sunny days to reveal delicate pink petals with bright golden centres.

Tulips from the ‘Parrot’ and ‘Viridiflora’ groups grow 30-45 cms high and have blooms with distinctive green stripes. They also have the tendency to be longer-lived, flowering for several seasons from the initial planting. ‘Spring Green’ combines white petals with vivid green flashes and is reliably tough in all weathers. ‘Formosa’ has the classic spring colour combination of sulphur yellow and acid green. Best of all is ‘Rococo’; heart-stoppingly gorgeous, with frilled, silky petals in cardinal red.

Most spring-flowering bulbs should have been planted by now but tulips hate long periods of cold and wet and will benefit from a delay. November is the ideal month for planting them and December’s not too late either. Christmas is all very well, but it’s not without its trials, as it requires you to be nice to people for several days in succession. If it all gets too much, head outdoors on Boxing Day and plant tulips!

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by Les Campbell

STEYNING WALK

This 4.5 mile walk through peaceful farmland uses mainly field paths and established tracks with two unavoidable crossings of the A283. There are fine views across open countryside to the South Downs with Chanctonbury Ring prominent From Fletchers Croft car park, return to Vicarage Lane and go into the churchyard. Cross a paved path and take the narrow tarmac path ahead. Leave the churchyard, and cross the road into Tanyard Lane.

At the point where the lane becomes Stonecroft, turn right on a tarmac track beside a stone wall.

Go up some steps and bear left on a narrow path indicated by a no cycling sign. At the end of the path, bear right on a surfaced path again indicated by another no cycling sign. Pass through a pair of concrete bollards, and carry on ahead crossing the entrance to Steyning Grammar School, and continue on the path ahead indicated by a single concrete bollard. Cross an estate road, and carry on to descend steps, and cross the A283 with extreme care.

Take the footpath on the opposite side of the road to go through a metal gate. Go over two footbridges, and turn left on an enclosed path which soon bears right uphill. At the end of this path, go over a stile and maintain direction following a right hand field edge to another stile. At this stile, carry

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on ahead still following a right hand field edge.

Before reaching woodland, go right over a stile beside a metal gate, and follow a left hand field edge. At the top of the field go over a stile and through a small wooded area, and over a footbridge and stile into a field. Follow a left hand field edge with the buildings of Nash Farm away to your left.

Go up steps and over a stile, then bear left and then right still following a left hand field edge.

Beware rabbit holes on this section of the walk concealed by long grass!

In the bottom left hand field corner, turn right and follow a left hand field edge ignoring a path off to your left. In the far left corner, go over a footbridge, leading to a short but overgrown section of path and go through a gate and into a field.

Walk up the field ahead with a house to your left, and go through a metal gate to follow a tarmac track uphill.

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to your left of the Adur Valley and the ridge of the South Downs. Stay on this track which shortly joins the Downs Link, for a little under a mile through Wyckham, ignoring all turnings off to your left.

Just before reaching a sewage works, go over a bridge across the track-bed of the former Shoreham to Horsham railway, then immediately right on a signed path. Follow the obvious path ahead with a fence line on your left to a pylon in the far corner. Go through a kissing gate and follow the waymarked path ahead. Cross over a track by an electricity sub-station, and turn right through a kissing gate and follow the narrow path ahead to go up a fl ight of steps to cross the A283 again to a signed path on the opposite side.

Go down a fl ight of steps to join a tarmac path with a children’s play area on your right. Carry on along the tarmac path to cross two estate roads, and at a “T” junction turn right for the church and the car park.

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

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Let’s Eat...

Fish pie Living near to the coast we are surrounded with some of the best fresh fish available, and what better dish to celebrate this than a lovely creamy, comforting fish pie? Perfect for these chilly dark evenings, enjoy this pie in front of a roaring fire with a side of freshly steamed broccoli – what a treat.

SERVES 6-7

PREP TIME 40 mins

COOK TIME 30 mins

Fish pie

4 cod fillets, deboned 4 smoked haddock fillets 180g small peeled prawns 1 mug of petit pois 1 handful parsley, chopped 1 handful dill, chopped 1 pint milk Sea salt and pepper

Roux

2 tbsp plain flour Knob of butter Milk (from the baked fish) 150g parmesan, grated 150g cheddar, grated

Mash

2kg white potatoes Big knob of butter Splash of milk 3 tbsp crème fresh Sea salt 1. Pre heat the oven to 180C, gas 4.

Place the cod and haddock in a large dish, add the milk and half the parsley, dill and pepper and cover with some tin foil. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.

2. While the fish is baking peel the potatoes, cut into quarters and put them in a large pan of salted water to boil.

3. In a medium pan on a medium heat make a roux. Melt the butter and stir in the flour to form a thick paste. Add the milk from the fish a little at a time and stir constantly to get rid of any lumps.

You may need to add a little more milk if required. Add 100g of parmesan and 100g of cheddar and stir in to make a thick, creamy sauce.

4. Mash the potatoes with the butter, sea salt and crème fresh. Add a splash of milk if too thick.

Break up the fish into big flakes in the large dish and mix with the prawns, petit pios and the rest of the parsley and dill. Pour over the roux to cover all of the fish, then spoon the mashed potato on top and score with a fork.

Sprinkle the remainder of the cheese on top and brown on a high heat in the oven for 20 minutes.

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FOOD & DRINK

BY ROGER LINN

Dining in the heart of Lindfield

Now taking bookings

for Christmas

Sandwich

Time

Everyone loves a In sarnie, the most versatile of foodstuffs – celebrate this breaded wonder on the 3rd November with National Sandwich Day It is said that the Earl of Sandwich invented the sandwich in 1762, when rather than stop gambling to have a meal, he ordered his servant to bring him some meat served between two slices of bread. Of course he didn’t invent anything. All he did was to lend his name to the sandwich, because although people have been eating sandwiches since pre-history, they simply didn’t know what to call them. This was difficult for people running cafes. And lucky for us that the Earl of Sandwich was not the Duke of Wellington, because then, of course, we would have been wearing sandwiches and eating our wellingtons.

The sandwich has come a long way since those early days of plain bread and meat and now comes in a multitude of shapes and sizes, completely defeating the original reason for its invention. Surely, anything which requires the use of more than one hand to eat or which, heaven forbid, requires cutlery, does not qualify as a sandwich.

Yet some ‘foodies’ continue to search for the outer limits of sandwichology. Take Wild

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Woody’s Chill and Grill in Roseville, Michigan for instance. For some demented reason, they once made a corned beef, mustard and cheese sandwich that weighed some 2.5 tons.

As recently as 2008, Iran made a tragically failed attempt on the world record for the longest sandwich.

They tried to make an ostrich meat and chicken sandwich that was 1500 metres in length, but even though the officials from the Guinness Book of Records were on hand to record the event, the crowd broke through the barriers and, hilariously in my view, began to eat the start of the sandwich while the chefs were still trying to fi nish the end.

Where sandwiches are concerned, less is defi nitely more.

Think crusty bread, farmhouse butter and cheddar cheese – no fi ner meal.

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by Ruth LawRence

Bursting with charm and character, The Cat Inn boasts an award winning menu for an enchanting meal out or even better, a whole weekend away At the centre of pretty West Hoathly, directly opposite the 16th century church, The Cat Inn has been steadily gathering awards and attention since owner Andrew Russell began its transformation six years ago.

The Cat has retained the coveted Michelin Bib Gourmand award for five years, which celebrates the highest quality food at reasonable prices. I decided to sample the traditionally English lunch of ham, eggs and chips during my visit; the ham was tender, plentiful and succulent, eggs perfectly runny

I decided to sample the traditionally English ham, eggs and chips – it was, in short, the perfect lunch accompanied by the largest, hand cut, delicious chips I’ve ever tasted. For desert, I chose a zingy lemon curd tart with an utterly scrumptious blackcurrant sorbet. It was, in short, the perfect lunch.

I spoke to head chef, Alex Jacquemin, who explained that locally shot game will head the winter menu from November. Pheasant, partridge, venison, pigeon and rabbit will arrive with zero food miles, in keeping with the Cat’s ethos of fresh, local, seasonal and organic.

adveRtising featuRe

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delicious It’s a vision that extends to the drinks menu as well. Andrew now stocks a selection of Sussex sparkling and still wines, including an Albourne Blush Pinot Noir chosen by a blind tasting with discerning guests. Beer fans can enjoy a crisp, spicy Bohemian style Pilsner from the Firebird Brewery near Horsham and gin lovers will appreciate that they now have eight of their favourite tipples to choose from. Wine Dinner events will include Bordeaux during November while the New Year will introduce English wines to whet our appetite for the approaching spring.

As well as the Michelin Bib Award, The Cat has made the Editor choice in the Good Hotel Guide and is in the top ten places to stay in the 2016 Good Pub Guide.

“People appreciate what we are doing,” Andrew told me.

The Cat is known for its warm, hospitable welcome; “In the evening lots of locals love a drink and a meal and find it a joy to have somewhere that’s buzzy and informal,” assured Andrew. It has achieved that rare balance between gastro pub and friendly local and praise for the food has spread far and wide by word of mouth.

Using organic, seasonal,

local, fresh vegetables and fruit and locally sourced meat has resulted not only in a plethora of recommendations and awards, but a delighted crowd of regulars.

Walkers from the nearby Ashdown Forest, local retirees and discerning foodies regularly make The Cat their destination of choice while guests from further afield can stay in one of the pub’s cosy, tranquil rooms, rising refreshed and ready to enjoy the many delights of the area.

The Cat Inn makes the most of its beautiful setting by providing excellent food at accessible prices with convivial hospitality and a superb selection of drinks; it is an authentic Sussex gem.

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gluten free baking

by Jane Freeman

Jane’s notes for...

Gluten free

Rocky ROAD

Makes 24 pieces i Preparation 20-25 mins each i Cooling time 2 hours i Oven temp 190C, gas 5

Remember, remember the 5th November… and you certainly will if you serve this Rocky Road at your bonfire party. Forget gunpowder treason and plot, it’s all about chocolate, biscuits and marshmallow for me. Rocky Road is a ‘classic’ for good reason, it makes great finger food and is perfect served at parties, bonfires or even with a nice cup of tea. The crunchy biscuit and soft marshmallow are happily married by the rich chocolate, and to make this Rocky Road extra autumnal you could swap the biscuit for a gluten free ginger nut… ...I see no reason why Rocky Road should ever be forgotten.

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Rocky Road Ingredients 125g butter 150g gluten free milk chocolate 100g gluten free plain chocolate 1 tsp cocoa 3 tbsp golden syrup 200g gluten free biscuits (see recipe right, or use pre-bought biscuits) 80g mini marshmallows 2 tsp icing sugar (for dusting) 1. Lightly grease a swiss roll tin 7x12inch.

2. Melt the butter, chocolate and golden syrup over a low heat, in a heavy based saucepan.

3. Place the cold biscuits in a bag and bash with a rolling pin until there is a mix of crumbs and larger pieces the size of a one pound coin, and set aside.

4. Place the marshmallows, crushed biscuits and cocoa into the cooled chocolate mix and combine together.

5. Spoon into the prepared tin and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

6. Once set, slice into squares or oblongs and dust with icing sugar.

7. Store in an airtight container. This Rocky Road keeps for 2-3 days and can be stored in the fridge.

Biscuits

125g butter, softened 125g golden caster sugar 1 tsp vanilla essence 2 tsp xanthan gum (available from most major supermarkets in ‘free from’ aisle) 225g gluten free plain flour 1 medium egg 1. Preheat the oven to 190C, gas 5.

2. Place the butter, sugar and vanilla extract in a large bowl and beat together until pale and fluffy.

3. Beat in the egg.

4. Gradually beat in the xanthan gum and flour, until all ingredients are incorporated.

5. Wrap dough in cling film and chill in the fridge for at least 20 minutes.

6. Roll the dough out between two sheets of baking paper, until it is the thickness of a pound coin.

7. Place the mix onto a non-stick baking tray. It doesn’t need to be an exact shape as this will be broken up once cooked.

8. Cook the biscuits for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

9. Place on a cooling tray until ready to use.

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Cyrnel Bakery Artisan bakery using traditional methods and natural ingredients.

Visit us in Forest Row for an amazing selection of speciality breads, cakes, tarts and quiches.

For Christmas, we have our very own, traditionally handmade Christmas puddings, cakes and famous mince pies.

You are guaranteed a warm welcome at our shop or at Lewes Farmers Market on the first Saturday of every month.

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Kebab

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We also have vouchers available for our Gluten Free Cookery Courses – the perfect present for good food lovers Veryan Young 07786 735714 www.very-good-food.co.uk info@very-good-food.co.uk

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PRE CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION MENU £23.95 for 3 course £18.95 for 2 course per person, served between 1st and 23rd December (excluding Sundays) Christmas Hamper Nibbles on Arrival Mini Garlic Breads, Lightly Salted Parsnip Crisps & Roasted Spicy Nuts

Starters

Cream of Roasted Tomato Soup(v) with a warm Ciabatta Bread or Homemade Duck Liver Pate with Ciabatta Bread and Fruity Apple Chutney or Smoked Salmon & Prawn salad platter with a Horseradish Cream & Honey & Mustard Vinaigrette served with Granary Bread & Butter

Christmas

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We are now taking bookings for your pre-Christmas party celebration, or join us on Christmas Day for a traditional Family Lunch.

Open all day every day

Food served: Mon-Thurs 12-2:30 & 6-9. All day Fri, Sat and Sun Accommodation with 10 en-suite bedrooms

Broad St, Cuckfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH17 5DW Tel. 01444 454078 • www.thewheatsheafpub.com

Main Courses

The Festive Bird Traditional Roast Sussex Turkey with our own Pork & Chestnut Stuffing, Roast Potatoes, Rich Pan Gravy, Creamy Bread Sauce and Cranberry Compote or Oven Baked Salmon Fillet Scotch Salmon Fillet with a Creamy Dill & Mustard Sauce, on a bed of Rosemary & Garlic Crushed New Potatoes or Slow Roasted Loin Of Pork Roasted Loin of Pork with our own Pork & Chestnut Stuffing, Apple Puree, Crackling, Rich Pan Gravy and Roast Potatoes or Vegetable, Mushroom & Chestnut Bourgignon Pie(v) Cooked In a rich Gravy, Topped with Puff Pastry and Served with Roast Potatoes Your main course will be served with a selection of fresh seasonal vegetables

Desserts

Traditional Rich Christmas Pudding served with Brandy Sauce Dark Chocolate Brownie with Hot Chocolate Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream Iced Caramel Parfait

Coffee or Tea with mints Most of the menu options are available Gluten Free. Please ask when booking Subject to availability. Booking essential Pre orders and deposit required

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by tori stevens

Old Ma Petters

Christmas Pudding Our family have been making this recipe for years, and we enjoy carrying on the tradition in our house every Christmas. We all get involved with the stirring and making wishes for the New Year, which of course the children love! This makes one large pudding big enough for about 8 people. It is reasonably sweet, rich and dark when cooked.

Ingredients

2oz flour – plain or self raising 4oz fine fresh breadcrumbs 4oz shredded or chopped suet 4oz soft brown sugar 1 tbsp treacle or golden syrup 4oz chopped blanched almonds (can be omitted or quantity reduced) 4oz chopped mixed candied peel 8oz stoned chopped raisins 4 oz currants 4oz sultanas 4oz grated apple (this helps to make the pudding moist) 1 small grated carrot (this gives a pleasing ‘nutty’ flavour) Grated rind and juice of 1 lemon 1 level teaspoon of mixed spices 1 level teaspoon cinnamon ½ level teaspoon of grated nutmeg 2 eggs ¼ pint of liquid (the liquid can be any mixture of ale, stout, brandy, rum or milk – Old Ma Petters uses all brandy)

SERVES 7-8

PREP TIME 45 mins

COOK TIME 3-8 hours

1. Put all the ingredients into a large bowl and mix well.

2. Put the mixture into a large greased basin, cover with plenty of greaseproof paper and a pudding cloth. Boil or steam the pudding for 8 hours (if the mixture has been divided into two separate puddings then reduce the

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cooking time to 5 hours, or 3 hours if using a pressure cooker).

3. Take off the cover the moment the pudding comes out of the pan and recover when cold. Store in a cool dry cupboard. Re-cook Christmas Day for 2-3 hours if steaming or at least 1 hour in a pressure cooker.

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Townings Farm Shop Meat for the connoisseur

No discount cards during December

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ChFraisytrme as Sat 21st, Sun 22nd November

Photo by Carlotta Luke

“The restaurant that sets the standard for Indian, Bangladeshi and Nepalese Cuisine”

Order your turkey, gammon and ham.

Sample delicious local produce.

Festive food and gifts.

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Banquet every Sunday Call for special offers on Take Away Menu

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01444 415141 / 415142 www.curryinn.co.uk OPEN EVERY DAY: 12 noon - 2pm / 5.30pm - 11pm Car parking available at rear of restaurant

David and Leisa welcome you

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Home-reared Bronze Turkeys Grass-fed Beef, Lamb & Mutton Rare-breed free-range Pork Come and discover some of the best produce Sussex has to offer and many other treats from further afield.

We stock a wide selection of gluten-free products

CAFE AND SHOP OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK

Tel: 01444 471352 email: info@towningsfarm.co.uk

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The Eight Bells

Bolney

Village Pub, Restaurant and B&B For a night out with friends or Sunday lunch with the family.

Waz and Emma invite you to spend Christmas at theirs.

Pre Christmas Party Menus from 26th November Boxing Day: Regular menu served 12-2.30pm Booking essential New Year’s Eve: Regular menu served 6-9.30pm

Christmas Party Menu £19.95 per person

Please phone or view online for menu details

Elvis Night

14th-15th December • Fresh Food prepared to order on the premises Great night of music, • Specials Menu changes daily comedy and laughter • Spectacular views over the countryside Tickets £15 includes finger buffet • Large Garden, children are welcome • Dog friendly

Tel: 01273 842946 | www.thatchedinn.co.uk Grand Avenue, Keymer, Hassocks, West Sussex BN6 8DH

Christmas Day Menu £65 per person

New Year’s Eve £45 per person

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COMMUNIT Y

Santa’s

in town!

Every weekend this December Burgess Hill will be transformed to a Christmas wish come true as The Round Table bring their Santa Sleigh to town The Round Table’s Santa Sleigh ride has become a fi xture in the town’s calendar and an institution for many of its residents. For over 30 years, charitable organisation The Round Table has been bringing festive joy to the children of Burgess Hill in the form of a large sleigh complete with music, a snow machine and dazzling reindeer lights at the helm.

The Santa Sleigh stops at various locations along its three-hour route and parents can let their children come out to meet Santa and receive a small gift.

As Simon Elliott, Vice Chair of the Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath and District Round Table says, “The Santa Sleigh Ride through the town is one of the charity’s most successful fundraising ventures and we are always looking for new volunteers to come and help out. Whether it’s helping to build the sleigh in November or just an extra pair of hands on the sleigh ride itself, it’s great fun and very rewarding.”

Founded in Norwich in 1927 and now an international association with over 34,000 members worldwide, The Round Table is aimed at men aged between 18 and 45. Independent and secular, The Round Table describes itself as ‘an organisation for the greater good’, with a remit of raising money for local causes through member and community efforts.

From running drinks tents at summer fetes and marshalling at community events to hosting charity balls and dinners, The Round Table has

The Santa Sleigh stops at various locations along its three-hour route – come meet Santa and receive a small gift!

many fundraising dates throughout the year to raise money for vital local causes that may not be represented by mainstream charities. Simon explains, “People in the local community with specific needs come to us for help. There is then a careful process and debate by members on where the money goes, but everything is considered and we actively encourage people to approach us.”

Recent examples of where vital funds have been used include the installation of a special bed worth £3000 for a child with Pitt-Hopkins syndrome, which was well supported by other organisations and individuals in Hurstpierpoint.

However, it’s not just an interest in helping their local community which makes The Round Table so appealing, it’s the fact that it’s also a social club for its members and their families. “Many of our members have stressful jobs and young families, so it’s a great opportunity for them get out of the house once a fortnight and do something a bit different.”

If you are male, aged between 1845 and are interested in joining The Round Table, or want to know when the Santa Sleigh Ride will be in Burgess Hill in December, contact se@bennettoakley.co.uk or 01444 460133.

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Festive

VILLAGE EVENTS

Do you have a seasonal Mid Sussex community or charity event to promote?

Email info@sussexliving.com and ask for a Diary Date form.

Visit our Diary Dates page on www.sussexliving.com

Don’t forget!

Let us know about your Christmas Carol Concerts and Church Services by 5th November for inclusion in our December festive listings.

Albourne Saturday 28 November, 10:30-14:00

Albourne, Sayers Common and Twineham Churches Christmas Fair Sayers Common Church Hall, Oakhurst, Sayers Common BN6 9JA

Santa’s Magic Grotto, Pop Up Cafe, Bake Off and Vintage Stalls! Games to amuse the children and lots more. Free entrance. Contact: Ian Simmons 01273 833342 ascatparish@gmail.com

Balcombe Saturday 07 November, 10:00-14:00

Balcombe Village Craft, Gift & Local Produce Market Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 6HP

Please come and start the festive season with a visit to our Christmas Market - you will find lots of unique ideas for Christmas presents! There will be a selection of stalls, including plants and chocolates to drool over!

You can even order your Christmas cake, turkey/game from the Balcombe Estate. Also pork and hams. Even something special for your dog!

Refreshments in aid of Tiggers PreSchool Nursery in Balcombe.

Burgess Hill Saturday 12 December, 10:00-15:00

Christmas Market

Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX An array of stalls, many in support of local groups, selling cakes, jams, flowers, greeting cards, Christmas decorations, woodwork and handicrafts. There will also be bird nesting boxes and feeders for sale perfect gifts for your feathered friends!

Refreshments available. Free admission!

Hosted by Burgess Hill Horticultural

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Society. Contact : Flo Whitaker 01444 245509 bhhs@talktalk.net

Fee £4. Contact: 01892 870347 www. chiddingstonecastle.org.uk

Saturday 21 November, 11:00-17:30

Chailey

Burgess Hill Town Centre

Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 November, 10:00-16:00

Burgess Hill Christmas Celebrations & Lights Switch on Burgess Hill will be buzzing with fun and entertainment for all the family at this year’s Christmas Celebrations and Lights Switch On. The FREE event, organised by Burgess Hill Town Centre Partnership, runs all day with the lights being switched on around 5pm at The Bandstand in Church Walk. Lots of exciting activities and entertainment are planned to make it a festive family fun event not to be missed such as the artificial ice rink, real reindeer, Father Christmas, Children’s Fancy Dress Competition, live music and more…..

Full details about the Christmas Celebrations and Lights Switch On, including a programme for the day, will be available at www. cometoburgesshill.co.uk and Facebook /teamburgesshill.

Chiddingstone Saturday 28 November, 10:00-16:00

Chiddingstone Castle Christmas Fair 2015 Chiddingstone Castle, Hill Hoath Road, Chiddingstone, Edenbridge Kent TN8 7AD

Enjoy Christmas shopping in relaxed surroundings. Lots of stalls, many selling unique products not found in the High Street. Tea room open. Entry

contemporary stalls comprising of jams to jewellery, vintage homewares to Italian handbags! Refreshments available. Free admission. Contact: Beverley Smith 01444 440274 allthingsnicecft@aol.com

Christmas Fayre at Townings Farm Shop

Saturday 21 November, 10:00-14:30

Come and sample some of the best Sussex Produce, order your Turkey, Gammon and Ham. Bespoke hampers and other gifts.

40+ stall selling a variety of gifts.

Homemade soup, coffee, tea and cakes available all day. Visit Father Christmas too. Free Entry. Contact: Peter Groves, Manager 01444 456900 oldschoolmanager@tiscali.co.uk www. cuckfieldholytrinity.co.uk

Townings Farm, Plumpton Road, Chailey, Lewes BN8 4EJ

Copthorne Sunday 08 November, 11:00-16:00

Christmas Spectacular

Copthorne Effingham Park Hotel, West Park Way, Copthorne RH10 3EU We are holding an early Christmas Spectacular For Donkeys. We will be very lucky to have Father Christmas with Mrs Santa and one of his elf’s! We will have a wide range of crafts, lucky dip, Christmas Decorations, tea, coffee, mulled wine, mince pies & much more! £5.00 per adult. Children go free.

Contact: Sarah Webster 01444 831177 sarah@safehaven4donkeys.org

Christmas Craft and Gift Fair

The Old School, Church Street, Cuckfield RH17 5JZ

Ditchling Sunday 22 November, Saturdays 10:3017:00 & Sundays 10:30-16:30

Winter Wonderland Weekend

Garden Pride, Notcutts, Common Lane, Ditchling BN6 8TP

Cuckfield Crafts and Market

This is the grand opening of the popular reindeer attraction. Father Christmas will be arriving at 11am to meet everyone and open his grotto.

This is a fantastic festive event with half the income in support of St Peter & St James Hospice. These weekends run for four weekends, until 20th December with tickets priced at £3 per person (children and adults) and every child receiving a book.

35 plus quaint, quirky and

Saturday 05 December, 10:00-17:00

Cuckfield Friday 13 November, 09:30-13:00 Queens Hall High Street Cuckfield RH17 5EL

Christmas Open Studios

Turner Dumbrell Workshops, Dumbrells Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8TG Artists and Makers in Ditchling will once again be throwing open their doors to offer visitors a unique Christmas Shopping experience. Away from the hustle and bustle of the town centres, this collection of studios is a haven of peace. Buy unique handmade gifts directly from the artists: gemstone and silver jewellery; leather handbags; paintings; prints; handmade journals and books. Festive refreshments will be served. Free parking.

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Ashley & Thomas Huge selection of stunning jewellery, scarves and toiletries and new Lampe Berger Paris.

Personal Shopping Service and FREE Gift Wrapping Service.

Open Mon-Sat 10am to 5.30pm.

54a High Street, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9RG 07748630316

Balcombe Estate Our sawmill is open 7 days a week from 1st December, 9am-4pm, for the sale of Christmas trees, logs, oak and softwood beams, planks, fencing stakes, woodchips and other woodland products.

Haywards Heath Road, Balcombe, West Sussex RH17 6NJ 07887 868247 Sawmill 01444 811446 www.balcombesawmill.co.uk

Fat Fish

Christmas

GIFT GUIDE Bullfrog Music

Fresh fish and seafood daily.

Orders taken for your Christmas treats and family favourites. Seafood platter and smoked salmon specialists.

Hundreds of instruments and gift ideas, as well as accessories and sheet music.

Make it a Musical Christmas!

115 High Street Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9PU 01273 83551 www.fat-fish.co.uk

15-17 Ship Street, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 4EG Tel 01342 315602 www.bullfrogmusic.co.uk

Rushfields A huge range of gifts for all the family this Christmas. From gardening and home wear to gift wrapping and toys.

Henfield Road, Poynings, West Sussex BN45 7AY 01273 857445 www.rushfields.com

Hampers of Hurstpierpoint

Sarah Lacey Dry Cleaning

Celebrate Christmas with a luxury hamper!

Gourmet treats for Grandma, delicacies for Dad... all the special people in your life will love this delicious present. Choose from ready-made or customise your own.

At Sarah Lacey Drycleaning we have a range of beautiful Gisela Graham Christmas decorations and gifts to choose from.

117 High Street, Hurstpeirpoint, West Sussex BN6 9PU 01273 833452 bob.saunders@hampersofhurst.com www.hampersofhurst.com

1 College Road, Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 1QN 01444 416644 www.sarahlacey-drycleaning.co.uk

Hippychick Buy a Hedgehog Wheelybug and 20% of the proceeds will go to the Hedgehog Preservation Society. Wheelybugs are very manoeuvrable, soft and cuddly!

1 Roberts Drive, Taunton Road, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 6BH 01278 434 440 enquiries@hippychick.com www.hippychick.com

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East Grinstead

Saturday 05 December, 13:00-15:30

The Windmills Junior School Christmas Fayre

Sunday 15 & 22 November

Sponsored Santa Run

The Windmills Junior School, Dale Avenue, Hassocks BN6 8LS

Chartham Park, East Grinstead - 09:00 Horsham Park, Horsham - 10:00 K2, Crawley - 10:00 Caterham School, Caterham - 10:00 Spread some festive cheer by supporting the work of St Catherine’s Hospice at Christmas. Contact: 01293 583063 www.stch.org.uk/santarun

Forest Row Saturday 14 November, 11:00-16:00

Mansion Market

Kidbrooke Park, Priory Road, Forest Row RH18 5JB A lively and unusual market - gifts galore for Christmas, crafts, delicious local produce and more. All-day Cafe; Puppet shows. Free entrance. Contact: www.michaelhall.co.uk 01342 824944

Handcross Tuesday 01 December - Sunday 03 January, 10:00-16:00

A Topsy-Turvy Christmas at Nymans

National Trust, Nymans, Handcross RH17 6EB You can expect the unexpected at Nymans this Christmas where nothing is quite as it seems.

Please see website for admission details. Contact: www.nationaltrust. org.uk 01444 405250 nymans@nationaltrust.org.uk

Hassocks Saturday 14 November. 09:45-11:45

Pre-Christmas Fayre - Friends of Villa Adastra Pauline Thaw Centre, Dale Avenue, Hassocks BN6 8LW

A Christmas Fayre with a variety of stalls and a bumper raffle. 50p entrance to include coffee and biscuits. Contact: Jean Taplin 01273 845276

Friday 27 November, 16:15-20:00

Light Up Hassocks: It’s Christmas Keymer Road, Hassocks

16:00-20:00 Main Road through Hassocks will be closed from Budgens to Grand Avenue. Dale Avenue closed to the Forgetful Cat Cafe.

16:15 Children’s Parade starting at Hassocks Hotel. Whole of main road through Hassocks closed for the parade.17:45 Hassocks Christmas Lights will be officially turned on.

Lots of stalls and most local shops will be open during the evening.

Saturday, 28 November, 10:00-12:00

Come and support your local junior school at our biggest fundraiser of the year. There will be plenty of fun and games and some active challenges too! We have book and toy stalls, Christmas crafts, a raffle and, of course, Father Christmas in his grotto. Our Food Hall will, once again, be jam-packed with bakes, cakes, mince pies and mulled wine all accompanied by festive music including our fabulous school choir!

And get your bids ready for our famous Silent Auction, you’re sure to pick up a few Christmas treats!

Outside you’ll find a delicious BBQ and hot soup along with a fairground ride and some fun and sporting challenges. Bring the whole family! Free entry.

Haywards Heath

Paws & Claws Christmas Fair

Saturday 05 December, 10:00-12:00

Christmas Fair with homemade cakes, clothes, books, jigsaws, toys, jewellery, cards, gifts, tombola and raffle. Refreshments available. Entrance 20p. Contact: Rosemary Harding 01273 846946 rosemary.harding @ mypostoffice.co.uk www.pawsandclaws-ars.org.uk

St Richard’s Church, Sydney Road, Haywards Heath RH16 1QE

Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH

Advent Fair

An Advent Fair with homemade crafts, cakes and produce, books, Christmas Raffle, children’s activities, tea and coffee, gifts and lots more.

Contact: Louise Walker 01444 414950 www.strichards.co.uk

Established 1935

Household Linen Specialists Calendar Tea Cloths, Oven Gloves, Tea Cosies, Table Cloths, Towel Packs, Handkerchiefs, Aprons, Scarves Knitting Wools and Patterns Felt, Fur Fabric, Tapestry and Embroidery Kits, Needlework Baskets, Ribbons, Christmas Materials

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Haywards Guns Just an example of our large range of outdoor clothing: Schöffel Oakham Fleece Gilet - Denim Colour £129.95 Polartec® Thermal Pro® 200 weight fleece gilet, an ideal mid layer.

Buncton Barn, Buncton Lane, Bolney, West Sussex RH17 5RE 01444 882815 customerservices@haywardsguns.co.uk www.haywardsguns.co.uk

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The Cheesemaking Workshop Shea Innocence Shea Innocence creates handmade natural products including body butters and scented soy wax candles. Shea Butter is the foundation of all our body butter products.

07517904898 www.sheainnocence.com

For a unique and fun Christmas gift choose a gift voucher for the Cheesemaking Workshop, where guests learn to make 6 soft cheeses in a day. They will also enjoy cheese tastings, a delicious cheese inspired lunch with wine and take home some of the cheeses made on the day.

01903 889 730 www.thecheesemakingworkshop.co.uk

Parkminster Products

John Lloyd Fine Furniture Our gift vouchers are the perfect Christmas present for the practical person in your life. We offer short courses in a variety of woodworking skills or choose beautiful woodworking tools from our online toolshop.

Beautifully scented gifts for your home, created by hand in our Sussex workshop. Luxurious soy wax candles and reed diffusers - the perfect present this Christmas.

01403 713778 www.parkminster.co.uk

Bankside Farm, Ditchling Common, 01444 480388 www.johnlloydfinefuniture.co.uk

Helter Skelter Looking for something special this Christmas? Then visit us for a wide range of delightful toys and gifts including Sylvanian Families, Le Toy Van, Mudpuppy, Jellycat, Wow and many more! Now stocking Lego.

104a High Street, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9PX 01273 835333

Forest Garden Shovelstrode Buy a gift voucher for Yurt Stays and traditional craft courses in an idyllic, tranquil woodland setting.

Shovelstrode Lane Ashurstwood, Sussex RH19 3PH 07956 815 458/ 07957 621672 info@forestgarden.info www.forestgarden.info

Real Transfer 8mm Cine Film and all types of Video digitally captured to DVD. Archive your family memories, making them secure and easy to watch. Perfect Christmas presents for all the family.

Hurstpierpoint, 01273 833167 www.realtransfer.co.uk info@realtransfer.co.uk SU uS ss eX x L LIiV vIiN nG g S SE November 2015 2015 November

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Saturday 28 November, 10:00-12:00

Macmillan Cancer Support Christmas Fayre Church of the Presentation, New England Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3LE

Teas, cakes, tombola, books, bric-a-brac and raffle. Contact Jennie Anson 01444 242295

Summerhill Lane, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 1RP Lots of lovely things to make, do and buy including mulled wine, mince pies, bouncy castle, raffle, stalls and Father Christmas. Free entry. Contact: Katie Johnson 07944 59800

Saturday 28 November, all day

Christmas Festival Fireworks

Victoria Park, Haywards Heath RH16 4HT For details please look on: www. samesky.co.uk/ailec_event/christmasfestival-fireworks

Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 November, 11:00-17:00

Haywards Heath’s Christmas Festival Weekend The Orchards Shopping Centre, Haywards Heath

Christmas Festival Weekend with Father Christmas, his elves and live reindeer, arriving Saturday afternoon from Greenland, joined by one of the three kings on his camel all the way from the Orient. Mickey and Minnie Mouse will also be coming from America to wish us all a very Merry Christmas! Contact: Nicola Bird 01444 410620 Nicola Bird NBird@bmorep. com; www.theorchardsshopping.com

Saturday 28 November, 12:00-15:00

Tavistock and Summerhill School Christmas Fayre Tavistock and Summerhill School,

Henfield Saturday 07 & Sunday 22 November, 10:00-16:00

The Henfield Arts and Crafts Fayre

The Henfield Hall, Coopers Way, Henfield BN5 9DB This Fayre was initially started in 2008 to showcase the talents of local artists, craftsmen, makers and designers.

Free entry and free parking. There will be our (now famous!) selection of homemade cakes on sale, with teas and coffees as well as some savoury snacks. A great way to kick start that Christmas shopping!

Highbrook

Sunday 08 & Saturday 14 November, 10:00-13:00

Charities Christmas Fairs

The Henfield Hall, Coopers Way, Henfield BN5 9DB An enjoyable and friendly occasion to do some early Christmas shopping, get some great bargains and support your local charities. As well as the giant raffle run by St Giles, we have everything from puddings, pies, cakes, pastries, chocolates, crafts, books, DVDs, Christmas cards, novelties, toys, hand knitted items, souvenirs, books, jigsaws, bric a brac, jewellery, fair-trade goodies, and home-made preserves. Don’t forget to take a break half way round and investigate the wonderful refreshments on offer – including the famous bacon butties.

Contact for 8th: Linda Beresford 01273 492497 and Contact for 14th: Margaret Hollingsworth 01273 493 754 margaret@deadlinegraphics..co.uk

Saturday 21 November, 10:00-16:00

Christmas Fair at Birchfield Nursery Cloud Tree Coffee Shop, Jack Dunckley’s Birchfield Nursery, Kidders Lane, Henfield BN5 9AB

Please come and browse our fantastic selection of local gifts and produce.

Perfect for Christmas shopping. Free entry and parking. And guess who will be popping in with his reindeers?

Yes, Father Christmas. For more information please contact Maddy Dunckley 01273 491427

Saturday 05 December, 11:00-16:00

The Highbrook Christmas Market Highbrook Village Hall and Church, Highbrook

There will be the usual range of delicious locally-sourced produce and also the Highbrook Cafe for a quick bite to eat or a glass of mulled wine.

Across the road in the playground there will be a wide range of very good value Christmas trees on sale and these will also be sold on the following two weekends. The Christmas Tree Festival will once again take place in All Saints’ Church in Highbrook, but this year it will be on both Saturday, 5th and Sunday 6th December from 11.00 am to 4.00 pm – there will be an entry charge of £2.

Over 30 Christmas trees, sponsored by local businesses and individuals, will sparkle with decorations and lights. On the Saturday there will be a programme of music and carols throughout the day and the Christmas Tree Festival will culminate in a special Christmas Evensong at 4.00 on the Sunday (6th). Last but not least we understand that Father Christmas will be in his grotto in the Church between 11.30 and 3.30 on Saturday, 5th and he will look forward to seeing our younger visitors. We hope to see you there. Contact: Peter Browne on 01444 892746 or Lynn Tipper on 01444 892434

Come to for your quality Loison Panettone imported direct from

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Christmas cheese, gifts for all the family and more at 43 High Street, Lindfield www.fieldandforrest.com

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Henfield Furnishings, Cook and Giftware Come and see us and find everything you need for Christmas cooking, entertaining and gift shopping. We have beautiful lights and decorations, a range of tempting homewares, gifts, scarves and jewellery and much much more...

High Street, Henfield BN5 9DB 01273 492204

Skelton Workshops Gift vouchers for Christmas. Taster Sessions in stone carving. Friday or Saturday mornings. £25 per session plus £10 for a starter piece of stone.

Contact Helen Mary Skelton Blabers Mead, Streat, East Sussex BN6 8RR 01273 842363 helenmaryskelton@hotmail.com www.skeltonworshops.co.uk

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Fizz on Foot Limited These hampers of local Sussex produce make ideal Christmas presents.

Prices range from £50.00 – all including a bottle of sparkling wine and a greeting card. Plus P&P. The Vinery, 36 Baldwin Avenue, Eastbourne BN21 1UP 01323 737271 www.fizzonfoot.com

Harmony at Home Perfect children’s gifts. Beautiful toys, gifts and clothes for that special Christmas present. Great customer service and free gift wrapping.

Ridgeview Wine Estate

Harmony at Home Children’s Boutique 68 High Street, Lindfield, West Sussex RH16 2HL 01444 482393 boutique@harmonyathome.co.uk www.harmonyathome.co.uk/shop

Martha and Daisy’s Martha and Daisy’s, an emporium full of gifts - toys, clothes, homeware, a cafe and much more all under one roof and at great prices. Open 7 days a week Mon-Sat 9-6 and Sun 10-4, late nights in December.

Celebrate Ridgeview’s 20th Anniversary with 20% off Cavendish 2013 throughout November and December.

Purchase direct from our tasting room or online with the code “20thAnni”.

Fragbarrow Lane Ditchling Common, Sussex BN6 8TP 01444 242040 www.ridgeview.co.uk

School Close, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 9RX 01444 686086 www.marthaanddaisys.com

Rok Skool Gift voucher: 6 sessions at Rok Skool, Haywards Heath, for just £99! All ages welcome. You choose: drums, guitar, piano or bass; singing, songwriting, recording or band workshops.

07506 838 050 info@rokskool.co.uk www.rokskool.co.uk

Dyke Golf Club The perfect Christmas present for every golfer.

3 Months Unlimited Golf only £200 (1st Jan-31st Mar) at one of the best courses in Sussex.

Devils Dyke Road, Brighton BN1 8YJ 01273 857296 www.dykegolf.com S u ss e x L i v i n g November 2015

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handcrafted beautiful items, and the evening wouldn’t be complete without Carol Singing, children’s storytelling and of course, Father Christmas!

Whatever the weather, this will be an evening of “Hurstpierpoint magic” guaranteed to fill you with festive cheer and huge relief that so much is available on your doorstep!

Lindfield

Thursday 03 December, 17:30-20:30

Festive Fun in Hurst

High Street, Hurstpierpoint (High Street closure 17:30-20:300 for safe shopping) A wide variety of shops will be offering mulled wines and cider, prosecco and fizz, tasty nibbles, fish, meat and delicious delicacies, that will give you the inspiration to impress at the Christmas table! Not forgetting gifts for him, her and them! If you are looking for toys, books, china, jewellery, clothes, the latest gadget for the kitchen or a treat for a beloved pet you can source it all in Hurstpierpoint High Street. In addition, there will be a variety of health treatments and hair and beauty vouchers on sale - which means there really is something for everyone! Local artists and societies’ stalls in the High Street will be selling

Ovingdean Saturday 14 November, 13:00-16:00

Saturday 21 November, 10:00-15:00

Hurstpierpoint

p.m. There will be lots of festive stalls in the High Street, food and drink, carol singing, and music provided by Mid Downs Radio. Come along and enjoy the fun! Contact: Iain McLean at the Parish Office as soon as possible if you would like to book a stall, 01444 484115

Lindfield Bonfire Society Christmas Gift & Craft Fair

King Edward Hall, 24 High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HH Three halls packed with a variety of stalls including confectionery and jewellery. Tea, coffee and cake will also be available. 50p entry. Contact: Sarta Tampion-Lacey 01444 487470 lindfieldbonfiresoc@gmail.com www.lindfieldbonfiresociety.co.uk

Tuesday 08 December, 17:30-21:30

Annual Village Christmas Festival Night

Blind Veterans UK Christmas Fair

The Lounge, Blind Veterans UK, Greenways, Ovingdean BN2 7BS We have gathered together some wonderful craft stalls to help you with your Christmas gift ideas. Join us for a festive afternoon for all the family.

The fantastic Coastline Harmony Chorus will be performing at 2pm.

Free entrance.

Plumpton Saturday 28 November, 12:00-16:00

Plumpton Festive Fair in aid of St Peter & St James Hospice

Lindfield High Street

Plumpton Village Hall, 1 Westgate, Plumpton Green BN7 3BQ

Lindfield Parish Council is holding its annual Village Christmas Festival Night this year on Tuesday, 8th December 2015. Lindfield High Street will be closed from 5.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m., but many of the shops will be open for the evening. The event gets under way with the arrival of Father Christmas at 6.00

There will be around 30 stalls selling festive foods, crafts and a variety of Christmas gifts. Also, a raffle with fantastic prizes, games for children, Christmas Carols and refreshments.

Bring the family, meet friends and have some fun! Father Christmas will arrive at 2pm!!

Shoreham Sunday 29 November, 11:00-14:00

Dogs Trust Shoreham’s Christmas Fair Rehoming Centre, Brighton Road, Shoreham BN43 5LT

Activities include: Raffle, Dogs Trust merchandise, Christmas cards, Christmas goodies & gifts, doggy gifts and festive refreshments! Entry fee: Adults £1, OAPs, children and dogs are free. Disabled parking only on site.

Contact: 01273 466971

Steyning Saturday 21 November, 10:00-16:00

Steyning Grammar School Winter Fair Steyning Grammar School, Shooting Field, Steyning BN44 3RX The 25th Steyning Grammar School Winter Fair: stalls of all types with music, drama, food and drink for all.

Entry £1 per adult, under 18s free.

Contact: Suzanne Terrington 01903 810523 rsusangearing@hotmail.co.uk www.sgs.uk.ney

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Wayfield Park Farm Shop & Cafe - High quality locally sourced food without the high prices

Great selection of local cheeses

London Rd, Pyecombe, West Sussex BN45 7ED

07742 082 051 info@wayfieldparkfarm.co.uk www.wayfieldparkfarm.co.uk connect with us for seasonal offers

Cards, Gifts & Hampers

Christmas Orders • Fresh locally produced turkeys • Our own South Down lamb • Sussex beef and game • Local bacon, pork sausages and pies

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Inspirations Be inspired for all your special gifts - Christmas, birthday, wedding, new baby. Also lovely decorations, cards & gift wrap.

Designers Choice, 9 Keymer Road, Hassocks, West Sussex BN6 8AD 01273 834581 / 01273 841048 inspirations4gifts@gmail.com

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Flicker Rose We stock a unique range of lovely handmade jewellery, home accessories and gifts perfect for special Christmas presents, including the Maileg range of mice and bunnies, starting from ÂŁ10. Visit our Facebook page to find out more!

Shop 2, Cobblestone Walk, 74 High Street, Steyning, West Sussex BN44 3RD 01903 814264

SWALK These crackers from Meri Meri completely sum up our Christmas collection at SWALK! Colour and sparkle! These have to be our favourite product of the season and with neon highlights they will make your Christmas go with a bang.

66 High Street, Lindfield, West Sussex RH16 2HL 01444 484400 swalkstore@gmail.com www.swalkstore.com

Penny Farthing Jewellers

Three rows of fine quality freshwater pearls, white through to intense pink in a perfect graduation of colour.

Part of a unique collection from Remay Pearls, at Penny Farthing Jewellers, which include South Sea, Tahitian and Japanese Akoya.

28 High Street, East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 3AS 01342 323331 www.pennyfarthingjewellers.co.uk

Present Company Our fragrance lamps, oil burners and diffusers will help banish those winter blues. Present Company purveyors of a perfect Christmases since 1987.

33 Market Place Shopping Centre, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 9NP (above Greggs) 01444 233078 info@presentcompany.co.uk www.presentcompany.co.uk

River Rose Occasions Track Right Equestrian and Country Store For the perfect gift this Christmas. Delight your significant other with a pair of Dubarry Galway waterproof country boots RRP ÂŁ299.

Track Right, London Road, Bolney, RH17 5PY 01444 881882 www.trackright.co.uk

We stock a large variety of accessories, gifts and jewellery, much of which is bespoke or can be designed and handcrafted for you by Tina Conway, and all at very reasonable prices!

The Shop at Ivy House, High Street, Henfield, West Sussex BN5 9HM 07745 064166 river.rose@yahoo.com

Kingscote Estate Treat friends and family with unique cookery, vineyard tour and fishing experience vouchers and Sussex trug hampers filled with award-winning Kingscote wines.

Mill Place Farm, Vowels Lane, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 4LG 01342 327535 info@kingscoteestate.com www.kingscoteestate.com g SSUuSss S EeXx LLIiVvIiNnG November2015 2015 November

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Nymans presents a Gilbert and Sullivan Topsy-Turvy Christmas 1 December to 3 January (closed 25 & 26 Dec) 10am – 4pm Nymans, Staplefield Road, Handcross, West Sussex, RH17 6EB

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Stamp collecting used to be the fi rst and favourite hobby of entire generations. Ruth Lawrence recently met two enthusiasts who are bringing all things philatelic into the 21st century while celebrating the historic aspects of their chosen passion Phil Mepham’s father gave him a work colleague’s stamp album when he was a young boy, a random collection that complemented his love of geography and ignited his curiosity for nations beyond our shores. He made contact with an uncle who had emigrated to New Zealand in the 1950s and was an avid stamp collector; the pair were soon swapping stamps from their respective countries and Phil quickly built up a varied collection from the other side of the world, including the Pitcairn Islands.

Pitcairn’s fi rst postage stamps were issued in 1940 and

its fascinating history involving the HMAV Bounty was responsible for a great many special issues of interest to a budding collector. Phil was also building a collection of fi rst day covers that were then silk printed with gold leaf borders, franked in a particular place to celebrate an event, such as the investiture of Prince Charles or the opening of Eurotunnel.

First day covers began with the world’s fi rst postage stamp, the Penny Black, in May 1840 and consist of a continued on page 64

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stamp franked on the fi rst day that the new issue is authorised for use within the country or territory issuing the stamp. As they became more popular, they began to appear on prepared envelopes, often with an illustration called a ‘cachet’ that corresponded with the theme of the stamp.

Phil still collects New Zealand stamps but his main specialisation is on the theme of lighthouses; he views the illustrations as an art collection in miniature and takes an interest in the process of stamp design itself. Early designs were etched onto a steel die, a process called engraving and later, multicoloured images were built up in layers using several plates. In the mid 20th century, less expensive methods were employed, such as lithography, intaglio and offset printing.

The images themselves began in the 1840s with depictions of Queens, Presidents and political figures but eventually began to include increasingly diverse subjects, events and scenes.

Postage stamps were originally produced in full sheets with no perforations.

For the fi rst decade, stamps were cut with scissors or other cutting methods, sometimes even being torn off manually. This accounts for the rarity of

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Early designs were etched onto a steel die, a process called engraving and later, multicoloured images were built up in layers using several plates

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and variety between early stamps, the most famous being the Penny Black which lasted a year before being replaced with the Penny Red, upon which it was easier to see the black cancellation mark while preventing the public from rubbing off the black postmark to reuse the stamp.

By 1850, rouletting wheels were being used by time-strapped postal clerks to separate individual stamps and a machine to perforate stamps was invented by Henry Archer in the same year. After Archer’s perforating machine had gone through years of trials, a modified version was used to issue the fi rst perforated Penny Red stamps in 1854.

Ironically, the early, hand cut stamps can now hold far greater value than the more uniform later issues.

A stamp’s rarity value can depend on a number of factors, the Penny Black being the best known example. Printed from 11 plates, because engraved plates wore out quickly and had to be replaced, stamps printed from the fi nal plate are now very rare. This was because plate 11 was originally intended solely to produce new red stamps but a small number were printed in black and these are the most scarce; serious collectors can apparently tell the difference. A quick search of a specialist

Postage stamps were originally produced in full sheets with no perforations

collector’s website revealed a block of just four unused Penny Blacks with a price tag of well over quarter of a million pounds!

Phil’s collection of approximately 5,000 stamps has been built up because he enjoys specialising in certain themes. He advises anyone thinking of starting a collection to not generalise too much and stick to what genuinely interests them.

His burgeoning collection of lighthouse stamps has sparked the planning of a trip around the coast of England and Wales to photograph all the lighthouses en route. Perhaps a potential collector might have an interest in a particular country, animal, bird or event that could spark a collection based on that theme. This could then continued on page 66

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be expanded and even exhibited. Phil has a collection of interesting fi rst day covers which are small pieces of art in themselves, depicting the themed event with an illustration and accompanied by a set of stamps of that event and franked with a cachet at that place.

Encouraging new blood into the world of stamp collecting is a concern of Malcolm Green, secretary of the East Grinstead Stamp and Postcard Club. As letters are rarely sent these days, younger people lack the familiarity with seeing interesting stamps on envelopes, which would once have ignited an interest or curiosity. Thus, collectors are getting older. Malcolm told me that people turn up at stamp fairs who used to collect in their youth and now wish to start again in their retirement.

“It has to be meaningful to collect,” Malcolm revealed, such as his own interest which lies not only with stamps but the items they accompanied, namely postcards. Often, the postcards depict local scenes which have changed to a greater or lesser degree; Malcolm has visited sites portrayed in his postcard collection and collected modern postcards which illustrate that alteration. An added bonus of postcards with stamps attached is that they were sent, often from people on holiday and in many cases their messages are poignant, humorous or simply interesting in the context of when and by whom they were sent.

Before stamps were used, mail was paid for by the recipient and was sent around the country by business people or government bodies. Ordinary people usually didn’t have relatives who lived far from them and few people could write or afford to use

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Before stamps were used, mail could be sent in illustrated envelopes, some of which are still in existence the postal service. It was only literate or wealthy individuals who would send letters; when the fi rst stamps emerged, the Penny Black was the stamp for lightweight paper and the Tuppeny Blue for paper of twice the weight. People would often write one way and then write across their own script to save paper and obtain cheaper postage.

When postcards emerged, they were the precursor of emails, able to arrive the same day they were sent, a service that remained viable until the 1960s. Delivering the mail was fraught with danger; on the East Grinstead post road, a famous robbery took place in the summer of 1801. While taking mail bags by cart, the post boy was held up by two men at Wall Hill, two miles from East Grinstead.

After taking 10 mail bags, John Beatson and his adopted son William were eventually identified and arrested in Liverpool carrying almost £3,000 in banknotes after a nationwide search. The pair were tried and found guilty at the Horsham Assizes and publicly hanged on 17th April 1802 on a gallows, grimly rigged up where they had carried out the robbery.

Stories like this, connected to locality and rich with historical resonance can emerge from research into stamps and postcards from the past; Malcolm has a collection that includes postal ephemera such as programmes and postcards dating back to the Queen’s coronation. His interest was sparked by continued on page 68

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joining his secondary school stamp club and he amassed a British collection of significant events although he doesn’t collect all issues. Malcolm’s stamps range from the beginning of postage in 1840 to 1980. Buying his collections privately or in auctions, keeping those he likes and selling the rest, he admits it’s a scattered rather than a focused approach to collecting, but one that suits him.

Malcolm joined the East Grinstead Club after moving down from London in the early 80s; the club is one of the oldest in Sussex, originating in 1944, three years before the foundation of the

umbrella organisation for this area, the Association of Sussex Philatelic Societies (ASPS for short). The Club meet fortnightly and usually include a speaker and a varied programme of events, competitions and displays. Most speakers are entertaining, enthusiastic and knowledgeable and non members are always welcome if they are interested in specific talks. Members from other clubs often display and talk about their own collections and competitions which are held between clubs where displays are judged in a friendly, supportive setting.

Stamp auctions are held twice a year and swaps and sales regularly take place. The club is gearing up to help the town museum curate an exhibition on East Grinstead Postal History in the autumn of 2016 and the club is keen to hear from anyone who may have had older relatives who served as postmen or postwomen, including photos of them in their uniform. Any objects that would have had connections with the postal service would be of interest including documents, telegrams, postal orders or photographs.

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The message to young people is they needn’t feel marginalised if they have an interest in collecting stamps; the Stamp Active Network is the UK’s leading organisation that promotes stamp collecting among young people. There are initiatives such as Kids Corner, a feature at major exhibitions providing fun stamp related activities, and Kidstamps, a postal stamp club that offers free stamps and activities for young collectors aged 4-19.

Major collection houses sponsor the British Youth Stamp Championships and starter packs for Junior Clubs and a Stamp Active Competition aims to engage younger members in their chosen hobby.

It seems that the stamp world is gradually discovering a new generation of collectors.

Stamps may not be as prevalent in everyday life as they were in the past, but the internet has made collecting visible again for today’s youngsters.

As people rediscover the lost art of letter writing, perhaps the humble stamp will once again become a colourful part of daily life; there is nothing more personal than a handwritten letter accompanied by a beautifully illustrated stamp. You don’t have to collect stamps to appreciate their variety and beauty, but for many people, these tiny pieces of art are a door into a world of stories, history and national identity.

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The Chattri memorial, South Downs

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Every year at 11am on 11/11 the nation comes to a mindful standstill, but where did this ritual of remembrance come from?

Roger Linn tells us more The Remembrance Sunday ritual, when we gather round our war memorials to pay tribute to those men and women who lost their lives in defence of the nation, entered our calendar as a result of a simple idea proposed by King George V in 1919. His thought was that we should pause our lives and stand in silence for two minutes at eleven o’clock, on the 11th day of the 11th month – the exact moment when the guns had fallen silent to signal the end of the war in the previous year – but he had no idea of how the idea would be received by his subjects.

He needn’t have worried, because it struck exactly the right chord with a public desperate to find a way of expressing the enormous national sense of grief at the loss of almost a generation of young men.

When the moment arrived, the nation simply stopped. Trams and taxis came to a standstill; some people knelt; factories halted and cities, railway stations and busy thoroughfares fell silent as all movement ceased.

For a people renowned throughout the world for being undemonstrative and unemotional, the reaction to the King’s idea was overwhelming. And nowhere more so than in London. An informal service had been planned focussed around the temporary wood and plaster memorial which had been erected in Whitehall for an Armistice parade some months earlier. However, from early in the morning the public came in their thousands, so many in fact that Whitehall became completely impassable, and flowers and wreaths had to be passed over people’s heads to be placed on the Cenotaph (Greek for ‘empty tomb’), as the structure was called.

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From then on, it was clear that not only should the Cenotaph be rebuilt as a permanent memorial, but the occasion should become a fixture in the nation’s annual calendar.

In due course, the date of the formal remembrance ceremonies moved to the second Sunday in November and during the 1920s, individual local war memorials were built in their thousands. Today, almost every hamlet, village and town in the United Kingdom has its own memorial as the focus for a Remembrance Sunday parade.

The public came in their thousands, and flowers and wreaths had to be passed over people’s heads to be placed on the Cenotaph Initially the memorials only recorded the names of the men and women from the local community who had fallen in the Great War, but subsequently the names of the casualties from World War II were added.

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In the beginning some years ago, the structure was simply a somewhat unusual birthday present.

Standing some five feet high, it consists of platforms, extending bars and perches, knobs and trays of various sizes. The person who gave it to me said it had been made as occupational therapy by people in a Home in Ruislip. He said he didn’t think it was a Home for retired carpenters. I thought that it might stand a fair chance of winning the Turner Art Prize, but I’d no idea what the birds would make of it.

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FROM THE The structure seems made for them and at any one time up to four of these huge, messy, selfsatisfied bullies perch on it, frightening away the tiny garden birds for which it had been designed. This is war. I’ve stopped putting bread out, but they come anyway. I’ve hammered small nails every half an inch into every perching bar and they simply dance on them. I’ve become extremely creative with string and created a kind of cat’s cradle designed to entangle any large bird that tries to land on it.

The pigeons use it as a workout station. My dog is enthusiastic about chasing them of course, but they know he’s only kidding really and they return as soon as his back’s turned.

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Book Reviews

In this month’s book reviews Millie Forman discovers what happens when a novel and technology combine and a mischievous collie dog saves a farm from fire

November Fox, Following Joy

by E. E. Bertram (Conscious Fiction), www.novemberfox.com for release information The title and cover give few clues about what to expect when opening this thrilling hardback apart from the sense that it is going to be an exciting read. It doesn’t disappoint; from the first page it pulls you in with the phrase that decorates the back cover in place of a blurb “Things aren’t always as they seem, do we wake or do we dream…” and the reader is introduced to the mysterious ‘Architect’ who is to become an integral part and narrator of November Fox. The Architect later introduces aging rock star November Fox herself, our protagonist.

As well as providing the reader with a curious plot and interesting characters, author E. E. Bertram has created this book to have an augmented reality: an additional component to the

book accessed using an app that you download onto your phone or tablet. Scanning the picture that accompanies the beginning of each chapter then activates this. Using this method the reader discovers a beautiful animated video paired with the first chapter that is described as “taking a critical look at current events” and follows a mysterious figure on a journey towards “inner peace”.

November Fox is a refreshingly different book reminiscent of the curiosities of Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland and despite it’s daunting appearance - the book is slightly larger than A4 - it is an accessible and interesting read and one that sticks in your head long after you have finished it.

Put That Dog Out!

by Jayne Leaney (Pegasus Elliot Mackenzie £6.99), out now A relatable and amusing novel, Put That Dog Out! follows the intelligent and loveable ‘Nipper’, a collie dog who works on a farm situated just bellow the South Downs.

The book is based on the true story of Nipper the dog, who courageously saved hundreds of his owners’ sheep and cattle from a farm fire, and conjures up a strong

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feeling of warmth towards our canine companions and dog kind in general.

During the story Nipper meets Tina, a Labrador cross whom he soon befriends and their antics provide many entertaining anecdotes all told from Nipper’s point of view. All of these are particularly relatable for any dog owner such as the time the mischievous pair run off

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A warm and enjoyable read, Put That Dog Out! gives an insight into the mind of a collie and reminded me why I love dogs despite their mischief!

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and friendly exercise referral coordinators at each centre have helped hundreds of people increase their levels of physical activity. It’s medically proven that people who do regular physical activity have up to an 83% lower risk of osteoarthritis and a 50% lower risk of type 2 diabetes.

Paul, a previous patient of the exercise referral scheme at The Triangle in Burgess Hill said,

a range of light exercises and worked with me to gradually increase the amount of time I spent doing physical activity on a weekly basis,” explains Paul.

“Having recently been back to see my doctor I was surprised to learn that my medication was no longer needed and my blood pressure has returned to a normal level.”

Delighted with the results, Tim commented, “I am extremely pleased that exercise played a fantastic role in helping Paul to cure his type 2 diabetes. Our programme aims to improve every patient’s quality of life and in this case the turnaround has been remarkable.”

Exercise takes many forms but most importantly, is about increasing our levels of activity on a daily basis. Our specialists in Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath and East Grinstead are available via referral from your GP to create your personal plan.

People who do regular physical activity have up to an 83% lower risk of osteoarthritis and a 50% lower risk of type 2 diabetes Leading a healthy lifestyle can be a challenge for many. Life and commitments can easily get in the way but for some, the barriers to exercise are even greater. Bone and joint conditions, asthma, chronic fatigue syndrome, mental health conditions – these are just a small selection of hundreds of clinical conditions that can prevent people from getting an adequate level of activity, increasing the risk of obesity. To address this, The Triangle, The Dolphin and Kings Centre leisure centres all provide a low-cost GP exercise referral programme.

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Communit y

Samaritans are a vital life line to those in need, offering an uninterrupted listening service at any time of night or day.

Robert Veitch meets some listeners in Mid Sussex

We are listening There are two misconceptions that most of us have about Samaritans. Firstly, that you need to be suicidal to contact them and secondly, that it is a Christian organisation. Three volunteers I met recently quickly debunked these myths: Celia, Brenda and Roger, are all from the Horsham branch of Samaritans.

It’s true that in 1953 the Reverand Chad Varah founded Samaritans after officiating at the funeral of a young girl who had committed suicide, but the charity has no direct links with the Church.

It’s also true that people with suicidal thoughts use the service, but as Brenda pointed out “less than half the calls these days are from people with these dark thoughts.” Celia picked up the baton, “Some calls have begun, is it OK to talk because I am not suicidal?” Samaritans don’t judge people they just listen to them.

Between Celia, Brenda and Roger, there is over thirty years of experience listening to callers.

Roger told me, “We are here for people when they have their darkest thoughts and feelings.” Brenda continued, “We offer empathy not sympathy and

“Listening is the only time in my life when I am totally immersed, focused on one person, the person I am listening to. It’s a pretty amazing experience.”

Brenda

callers talk to us for as long as they need.” Some calls might last just a few short minutes, but calls of an hour are common, and much longer calls do happen. They take as long as they take.

Brenda went on, “the caller has the undivided attention of the listener and there must be no distractions during the conversation.” Callers are encouraged to “Explore issues within their mind themselves”.

Just a few minutes in the company of these extraordinary volunteers makes it very apparent that they offer a special service to Society. All three of them come across as remarkably calm, with even-handed placid temperaments and yet each of them are passionate about what they do.

“Most people have it in them to be calm in the right circumstances,” Roger told me, and went on to say that his 23 years service “had definitely been a very good thing to do, and I’ve got something out of it as well.”

Callers to Samaritans only ever learn the first name of a listener. “We don’t offer advice, we are a listening service,” said Celia. When a call is received, the listener is whoever picks up the phone at that point in time and there are always two listeners on duty. There is no ongoing relationship between caller and listener. Calls are generally put through to a local office, but can overflow to other offices if the local one is busy; in Horsham they have continued on page 84

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their first time listening. Volunteers are also needed for fundraising and to help run the office. Once a listener has been trained they are asked to volunteer for 18 hours a month, including one night shift, and shifts last a minimum of 2 hours. Listeners choose their own shifts. There are also meetings and ongoing training from time to time.

Roger volunteered after contemplating a career change, Celia retired from teaching and got talking to a Samaritan at a party, while Brenda was “blown away” by the training when looking for a fresh challenge after leaving nursing.

All listeners are supervised and a debrief takes place after every shift. Roger told me listeners are there to support each other as well as the

“There are people who seem to be ordinary, but who turn out to be extraordinary. We call them Samaritans” Chad Varah

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received calls from as far afield as the United States before. Brenda reflected, “Listening is the only time in my life when I am totally immersed, focused on one person, the person I am listening to. It’s a pretty amazing experience.”

Samaritans phone lines are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year – there is always someone there to listen. Horsham alone receives 14,000 calls. It is also possible to visit the office and talk face to face, but some offices cannot open as often as they would like due to a shortage of volunteers, particularly in the Mid Sussex area.

Volunteers come from all walks of life and it’s as easy as ringing the free-phone number 116123 to get involved. With 70-80 volunteers in most offices it’s an eclectic mix of colleagues that appeal to Celia and Brenda as there is always a variety of people to share their shift with. Samaritans host open evenings where it’s possible to talk to listeners and other potential volunteers.

Brenda enthused, “The training is excellent” and Celia continued, “It involves learning to be an active listener.” Training consists of eight modules, for one day a week, for six weeks. This is followed by role-play and mentoring. A very broad spectrum of calls are received by Samaritans and listeners need to be prepared for anything, even when it’s

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public. Some calls can be harrowing, traumatic or disturbing, alternatively sometimes someone has just had a frustrating day.

Roger said volunteers usually listen for at least two years, after which some continue and some retire, hence a constant need for new recruits.

Has it been worth it I asked? Brenda and Celia looked at each other, then described what they did as, “Very worthwhile, a privilege, an important public service. It’s a very special position to be so trusted in Society.”

As Samaritans founder Chad Varah once said: “There are people who seem to be ordinary, but who turn out to be extraordinary. They give their total attention. They completely forget themselves.

They listen and listen and listen, without interrupting. They have no message. They do not preach. They have nothing to sell. We call them Samaritans”

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Wednesday 04 November, 10:00-11:30

Mid Sussex Patient Participation Group - Talk on Arthritis

National Cat Adoption Centre, Chelwood Gate RH17 7DE There will be a Fancy Dress competition, BYO Carved Pumpkin competition, tours, stalls, games, raffle, Tombola, face painting, and much more. Contact: 01825 741331

Hurstpierpoint Surgery, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UQ A talk on the subject of Arthritis will be given by Dr Terence Lynch, and will take place at Hurst Surgery in the Education Room, Lower Ground Floor.

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Sushi Workshop

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This hands-on workshop will teach you how to roll sushi using a variety of vegetarian fillings – then take it home to eat! £45. Contact: 01444 628667, classes@biglifeorganics.co.uk, www. biglifeorganics.co.uk Sunday 01 November, 17:30

Danny Park Bonfire & Fireworks

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Mozart’s Requiem

St Nicholas Church, Church Road, Crawley RH10 7RT Hear Mozart’s Requiem sung by the Worth Festival Choir as part of a service to commemorate the departed. Entry free. Contact: Sue Perry 03001 118150 Monday 02, 09, 16, 23 & 30 November, 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 regular 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 Tuesday 03 November, 09:30-12:30

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Burgess Hill Flower Club

Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX A Floral Demonstration by Angie Hyde entitled: Christmas Delight. Visitors £5.50 but with a copy of Sussex Living Magazine your first visit is free.

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Burgess Hill Horticultural Society Open Meeting

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Lindfield Bonfire Celebrations Lindfield Village Common, Lindfield, Nr Haywards Heath RH16 See Local Living

Thursday 05 November, 20:00 (Doors open at 19:30)

Ditchling Film Society - Selma 12A Cert Ditchling Village Hall, Lewes Road, Ditchling BN6 8TT See Local Living

Thursday 05 November, 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 06 November, 18:30-23:00

Mid Sussex Amateur Radio Society Surplus Equipment Sale Cyprus Hall, Starford Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Come along to have a great evening, buy a few things; have a cuppa and a bite to eat. Meet up with friends.

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Speaker night “Friends of East Grinstead’ Museum

East Court Mansion, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LS ‘Wakehurst at War’ - speaker, John Withall. All are welcome. Friends of the Museum, free/Non-members, £2.50 (pay on the door).

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The Sportsman, Goddards Green BN6 9LQ Live music. Free entrance. Contact: 01444 233460 www.thesportsmanpub.com Saturday 07 November, 09:00-12:30

Information Morning at Plumpton College Plumpton College, Ditchling Road, Lewes BN7 3AE Find out about the successful landbased courses, apprenticeships and employer training. Meet student ambassadors.

Tours of student facilities. Contact: Plumpton College 01273 890454 enquiries@plumpton.ac.uk www. plumpton.ac.uk Saturday 07 November, 10:00-12:00

Coffee Morning organized by Burgess Hill Methodist Church

The Martlets, Burgess Hill RH15 9NN Find out about the various activities at Burgess Hill Methodist Church. All monies raised to go to Church Funds.

Contact: Burgess Hill Methodist Church 01444 236733 Saturday 07 November, 10:00-14:00

Balcombe Village Craft, Gift & Local Produce Market

Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe HP17 6HP Come and enjoy the assortment of lovely stalls and local produce, including fresh fish, sausages, pork and eggs etc. Mary’s cakes, chutneys and jams.

Gill’s pies and quiches. Plus truffles and sweets. Rapkyns Nursery will also be there with their lovely plants etc.

Donations will be given to Tiggers Play Group. Contact: Glenda Thomson 01444 811462

Saturday 07 November, 10:30

Mid Sussex Ramblers - Tea Shop Walk around Chailey Common

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Saturday 07 November, 18:00

Cuckfield Bonfire

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Haywards Heath Music Society Concert

St Wilfrid’s Church, Church Road, Haywards Heath RH15 9RJ Countess of Munster Award winner Ugne Tiskute (viola) accompanied

by Alexandra Vaduva (piano). £12, with concessions and members’ discount available. Contact: Christine Colbourne 01444 456227 www. haywardsheathmusicsociety.org.uk Saturday 07 & Sunday 08 November, 10:0017:00

The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show

Hurst College, College Lane, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9JS Meet the makers at a craft show with the very best of Sussex designer made goods.

Entrance £2 for adults and students and children free. Contact: 01273 479565 info@thesussexguild.co.uk Sunday 08 November, from 10:45

Clayton and Keymer RBL Remembrance Service

The Lych Gate of St John The Baptist Church, Clayton See Local Living Sunday 08 November, 10:00-16:00

Mind, Body, Spirit Sussex Festival

The Meeting Rooms at Martha & Daisy’s, School Close, Burgess Hill RH15 9RX Healing Therapies, Psychic Readers, Holistic Goods and Produce, Food and Refreshments. Entry to the Festival and Group Healing sessions are free. Contact: mcnabali@yahoo.co 07769269066 Sunday 08 November, 11:00-16:30

Book Nook

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Sunday 08 November, 19:30-21:30

Mid-Sussex Remembrance Concert Puccini Messa Di Gloria The Dolphin Leisure Centre, Pasture Hill Road, Haywards Heath RH16 1LY See Local Living

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Wivelsfield Village Hall, off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG See Local Living Monday 09 November, 10:00-14:00

Fostering Drop-in Session

Horsham Library, Lower Tanbridge Way, Horsham RH12 1PJ 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.gov. uk) and see our ’Fostering - the inside story’.

Monday 09 November, 19:45

Hassocks Field Society

Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH “The Natural Year in Focus: January – June”. A talk by Peter Lovett.

Members £1.50. Visitors £2.00.

Contact: Beryl Varley 01273 832351 Monday 09 November, 20:00

Greyhound - Quiz Night

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Oathall House, 70 Oathall Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3EN It’s our Open Day Taster Day! Do come along - there will be Yoga sessions, an opportunity to speak to our team of therapists and enjoy a juice from the cafe. Entry is free. Contact: Melissa Toleman 01444 474447 melissa@thealternativehealthcare.com www.thealternativehealthcare.com Tuesday 10 November, 14:30

Lindfield Preservation Society

King Edward Hall, 24 High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HH An illustrated talk on – “A Woman Living In The Shadow Of The Second World War – Helena Hall’s Journal from the Home Front ” by Margaret Nicolle. Lindfield resident Helena Hall’s daily diary of the war years, from 1940 to 1945, is one of the most vivid, detailed and evocative personal records of the Second World War as it was experienced by people living in an English village. Contact: John Chapman 01444 484470 john_chapman@talk21.com All welcome, entry free.

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chat, listen to a few stories or even tell a tale of two. For further information please call Fred Bone on 01444 239853.

Tuesday 10 November, 19:45

Hurstpierpoint Horticultural Society - Soil Our Misunderstood Best Friend

Club Suite, Village Hall, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY An illustrated talk by Ross Unsworth who is a lecturer at Plumpton College with 13 years’ experience specialising in plant and soil science. Members £1, Non-members £2. Contact: greenhpp@tiscali.co.uk Tuesday 10 November, 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, and music, dining - loads of things to do. Contact: www.thegroup.org.uk Wednesday 11 - 22 November, 11:00-17:00

Out of the Box - The Return Cartoons & Compositions by Chris Dawson

Hop Gallery, Star Brewery, Castle Ditch Lane, Lewes BN7 1YJ Following his successful 2014 exhibition, Chris Dawson returns to the Hop Gallery with his one man

show. An ever expanding collection of funny, quirky and original paintings and cartoons. Contact: 01273 487744 www.hopgallery.com

Wednesday 11 November, 14:00-16:00

East Grinstead Art Society

St Swithun’s Church Hall, St Swithun’s Close, East Grinstead RH19 3AZ Demonstration – Critique – John Joseph.

Visitors welcome £3. Contact: Wendy Vick 01342311093 wmv85@outlook.com Wednesday 11 & Thursday 12 November, 18:30-21:00

Open Evening

The College of Richard Collyer, Hurst Road, Horsham RH12 2EJ We welcome students and parents to our Open Evening to discuss the post 16 courses we can offer you in 2016.

Contact: Admissions Manager: Frances Boulter fb@collyers.ac.uk Wednesday 11 November, 19:30

Annual General Meeting & Talk

King Edward Hall, High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HH Lindfield Horticultural Society AGM followed by Gill Jones’ talk ‘An Annual Challenge (flowers)’. Contact: www.lindfieldhorts.org.uk 01444 456509 Wednesday 11 November, 20:00-22:00

Hassocks Horticultural Society Annual General Meeting

Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH Annual General Meeting of the Society.

Contact: Sylvia Hancock 01273 844544 n8a5cluv@talktalk.net

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Balcombe History Society - ‘Great War West Sussex: The Home Front’

Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 6HP Our speaker, Martin Hayes, is currently conducting a research programme into the effects of the Great War and has amassed a great deal of information.

Martin is also the County Local History Librarian. £1 Members, £3 Visitors. (includes refreshments). Contact: julie.budgen@ btinternet.com Thursday 12 November, 09:45-12:00

Haywards Heath Ceramics Group Lecture

Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN Lecture by Kathy Niblett, Historian and Lecturer specialising in 20th Century Ceramics, on “The Leach Family of Studio Potters”. Guests £8.00. Contact: Membership Secretary 01444 483372 www.HHCG.org.uk/wordpress Thursday 12 November, 10:00-16:00

Jewellery Valuation Day

Bonhams, 19 Palmeira Square, Hove BN3 2JN Bonhams Jewellery Specialist will be 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

Thursday 12 November, 19:30

Celebrity Recital: Elizabeth Watts, Soprano Great School, Lancing College, Lancing, West Sussex BN15 0RW Hailed as one of Britain’s brightest new singing talents, Elizabeth Watts’ programme will include Strauss, de Falla, Canteloube and Bridge. £15 (£10 concessions, students free) to include interval glass of wine or soft drink.

Contact: Beverley Allen, Music Secretary, 01273 465968 baa@lancing. org.uk www.lancingcollege.co.uk Thursday 12 November, 20:00

Hurst Village Cinema - Ida

The Players Theatre, Hurstpierpoint High St See Local Living Friday 13 November, 16:00-20:30

Let’s Dance Sponsored Tap Dance Keymer Church Hall, Hassocks See Local Living

Friday 13 November, 19:30 for 20:00

Macmillan Cancer Support Annual Dinner Jeremy’s Restaurant, Borde Hill, Haywards Heath RH16 1XP 3 course dinner, including arrival aperitif. By ticket only £45 per person. Contact: David Metcalfe elsda@btinternet.com Friday 13 November, 19:30-22:00

Mid Sussex Amateur Radio

Society Talk by Chris Coward ‘HF Propagation Predictions’

Cyprus Hall, Millfield Suite, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Come along for a most interesting talk.

Contact: Stella Rogers 07803 086838, newsletter@msars.org.uk, www.msars. org.uk Saturday 14 November, 09:30-12:00

Coffee Morning for Leo House Nurses

Saturday 14 November, 10:00-17:30

The Charlie Bear 10th Anniversary Party

Smiffy Bears, Cobblestone Walk, High Street, Steyning BN44 3RD An event hosted by Jackie Smith of Smiffy Bears, celebrating the 10th Anniversary of business. There are special party packs with a secret Charlie Bear inside and many other surprises during the day.

Hassocks United Reformed Church See Local Living

Saturday 14 November, 12:00-16:30 & Sunday 15 November, 12:00-16:00

Saturday 14 November

Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT A beginners workshop for adults and teens. £65. Visit the website or call for more info. www.madeandmaking.co.uk sarah@madeandmaking.co.uk 07967 819540

Martha & Daisy’s, School Close, Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 9RX By popular demand John is returning to the Emporium with his beautiful owls for you to hold, ask questions about and have pictures taken with. John and his owls are popular visitors to Martha and Daisy’s – come along and say hi.

Contact: info@marthaanddaisys.com www.marthaanddaisys.com

Saturday 14 November, 09:00-12:00

Saturday 14 November, 18:00-21:00

Learn to Patchwork and Quilt – Make a Mug Rug

Winter Bird Walk on Bedelands Nature Reserve

Meet in car park off Maple Drive for 09:00 Led by John Prodger and Shirley Sierns. Learn about and see the winter birds on Bedelands with help from knowledgeable enthusiasts. Contact: Mary Smith (Secretary of Friends of Burgess Hill Green Circle Network) 01444 242667 mary.s.smith@talktalk.net

Owl Day

A Downland Celebration

Pyecombe Church, Pyecombe BN45 7FE A fun community evening, hear historical tales about local villages and their links to Lewes Priory with wine and songs. £7.50 per adult (includes a glass of wine and nibbles) under 14s free.

Contact: Karen Lewis karenalew1@aol. com 01273857013 for in advance tickets Sunday 15 November, 10:00

Weald Classic Car Club Breakfast

BLIND VETERANS UK CHRISTMAS FAIR SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER 1PM  4PM FREE ENTRY

WE HAVE GATHERED TOGETHER SOME WONDERFUL CRAFT STALLS TO HELP YOU WITH YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS. JOIN US FOR A FESTIVE AFTERNOON FOR ALL THE FAMILY. THE FANTASTIC COASTLINE HARMONY CHORUS WILL BE PERFORMING AT 2PM. Blind Veterans UK believes that no-one who has served our country should have to battle blindness alone. At our centre in Ovingdean, Brighton, for over 75 years we have been dedicated to providing specialist advice, rehabilitation, nursing care, training and equipment for blind and partially sighted ex-Service men and women.

The Lounge, Blind Veterans UK, Greenways, Ovingdean, BN2 7BS www.blindveterans.org.uk

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Cuckfield Crafts & Market Friday 13th November 9.30am-1pm Lively village market offering a delightful mix of stalls with something for everyone, including a huge plant stall.

Tea, coffee and cakes are available.

Next Market 11th December

Contact Beverley allthingsnicecft@aol.com | 01444 440274 Queens Hall, High Street, Cuckfield, RH17 5EL

Plumpton College 01273 890454

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Courses at all levels Higher and Further Education and Apprenticeships Information Morning: Saturday 7th November, 9am to 12.30pm

Chalet Cafe, Henfield Road, Cowfold RH13 8DU All welcome.

Sunday 15 November, 10:00-14:00

Conservation Work Parties

Bedelands Nature Reserve - Meet in car park for 10am Help to maintain your local nature reserve and enjoy the workout for free. All tools supplied. Stay as long as you wish. Contact: 01444 242667 mary.s.smith@talktalk.net Sunday 15 November, 10:30-11:30

Refreshing Church

Burgess Hill Methodist Church,London Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8QD (Entrance off Gloucester Road) Fun Worship for all ages, opportunity for craft making during the service.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. A free will offering will be taken during the service. Contact: Burgess Hill Methodist Church 01444 236733 Sunday 15 November, 10:30

Mid Sussex Ramblers - Hassocks Circular

Dale Avenue Long Stay Car Park, Hassocks BN6 8LN Hassocks, Hurstpierpoint, Clayton, Hassocks. 5.0 miles. GR TQ308153.

Contact: Frances 01273 842628 Sunday 15 November, 12:00-16:00

Wedding Open Day

Tottington Manor, Edburton Road, Nr Henfield BN5 9LJ Visit Tottington Manor, a beautiful wedding venue. We will help you create the wedding of your dreams. Contact: 01903 815757 or info@tottingtonmanor.co.uk Sunday 15 November, 16:30-18:30

Dvorak Mass in D Major Jackson Live!

Sherry Babys

Truly sensational tribute to the King Of Pop, who has the look, the moonwalk and the voice!

This Jersey Boys tribute tells the remarkable rise of one of the most successful bands in pop music history.

Saturday 7th November 8.00pm Martlets Hall

Thursday 12th November 7.30pm Clair Hall

St Mary the Virgin, Windmill Lane, East Grinstead RH19 2DS East Grinstead Choral Society presents Dvorak’s lyrical and dramatic piece.

Also Mendelssohn’s Hear my Prayer (Oh for the Wings). Adult: £15 and £8 Student in full time education. www. egcs.co.uk Box office: Margaret Barnett magsbarnett5869@btinternet.com 01342 328774 Monday 16 November, 19:45-21:15

The Jewels of SE Asia (Vietnam & Cambodia) - Ray Hale – Wildlife Expert Doug Allan

The Nutcracker Ballet

Multi-Award winning wildlife photographer presents an enthralling evening of recollections of his travels and experiences.

The enchanting Christmas tale is one of the best loved ballets.

Great for families!

Sunday 8th November 7.30pm Clair Hall

Friday 27th November 7.30pm Martlets Hall

St Barnabas Church Hall, Dunnings Road, East Grinstead East Grinstead Natural History Society - lecture with slides. £4.50 for guests including refreshments. Terriss Bacon on 01342 315051 Tuesday 17 November, 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 01444 482741 Wednesday 18 - Saturday 21 November

Ditchling Players - ‘Nightmare’ Ditchling Village Hall See Local Living

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Wednesday 18 - Saturday 21 November, 20:00 Saturday 16:00

Warninglid Players - ‘False Widows’ Seaforth Hall, Cuckfield Lane, Warninglid RH17 5UB The play is set in 1955 and the action takes place in Heathersett House, a rambling manor house in Scotland where many strange family secrets are revealed over a period of 48 hours. A charity collection will be held after each performance for ‘The Royal Brompton Hospital’. Tickets are £8 and are available from Elaine Forster 01444 461313 Thursday 19 - Saturday 21 November, 19:30

Wivelsfield Little Theatre ‘Edge of Darkness’

Wivelsfield Village Hall, off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG See Local Living Tuesday 17 November, 19:45-21:45

Wolstonbury WI Monthly Meeting Club Suite, Hurstpierpoint Village Centre, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY Annual meeting and talk on Brazil by Jo Kaddish and Brenda Mack. Visitors welcome. Contact: Jane Biggs 01273 834421 Wednesday 18 November, 10:15–12:00 – Tours & Talk, 12:00 - Buffet Lunch

The Towers Convent School Open Morning

The Towers Convent School, Henfield Road, Upper Beeding BN44 3TF Open Days provide an opportunity to see the school in action on a normal working day. Contact: Anna Chambers 01903 812185 admin@ thetowersconventschool.org to book a place www.thetowersconventschool.org/ admissions/open-days/ Wednesday 18 November, 19:30

Organ Recital in aid of the Lancing College Malawi Project

Lancing College Chapel, Lancing, West Sussex BN15 0RW Lancing College Chapel organ scholar Jack Redman presents a varied programme of music using all six keyboards and 4,879 pipes! £5.00. Contact: Beverley Allen, Music Secretary, 01273 465968 baa@lancing. org.uk www.lancingcollege.co.uk Wednesday 18 November, 20:00

Mid Sussex Ramblers Group AGM

Haywards Heath Town Hall, 40 Boltro Road, Haywards Heath RH16 1BA Group AGM. GR TQ328241.

Contact: Yvonne 01444 441926 and 07843566602 on the day.

Thursday 19 November to Tuesday 05 January, 2016

Wilde about Kingscote

Kingscote Estate, Mill Place Farm, Vowels Lane, East Grinstead RH19 4LG An exhibition of paintings and drawings of life and locations on the estate by William de Wilde.

Thursday 19 November, 10:45-12:00

‘See Us At Work’ Open Morning

Burgess Hill Girls, Keymer Road, Burgess Hill RH15 0EG This Open Morning provides prospective families and students the chance to find out more about the

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Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN AGM followed by short talks by speakers from our local NT properties.

Friday 20 November

Mayfield School Open Morning

The Old Palace, Mayfield TN20 6PH The Headmistress and the Head and Deputy Head Girl will talk about life at Mayfield. Two of our younger pupils give an insight into their own experiences of Mayfield. Then pupils lead guided tours of the building and grounds. Lunch will be provided. If you would like to attend, please contact the Admissions Office on 01435 874642 or admissions@mayfieldgirls.org to register your interest.

Friday 20 November, 14:00-16:00

Hurst, Hassocks & Ditchling U3A

Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH Actor Brian Freeland presents a staged biography about the life, loves and writings of George Bernard Shaw.

Contact: Jacqueline Brewer 01273 841072 j.brewer420@btinternet.com Friday 20 November, 19:15-21:45. Doors open 18:00

Saturday 21 November, 19:30-21:30

Duruffle Concert

Holy Trinity Church, Forest Row RH18 5AF Forest Row Choral Society will sing Duruffle’s Requiem and other pieces.

Accompanied on organ by Dr. David Ponsford. Tickets £12.00 free to under 16s. Contact: Genia Bainbridge 01342 822791 www.frcs.org.uk Sunday 22 November, 10:00

Mid Sussex Ramblers - South West of Haywards Heath

Sunday 22 November, 18:00

Fairies, Phantoms and Fiends Opera Hurstpierpoint Village Centre See Local Living Monday 23 November, 19:45

Hassocks Field Society

Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH The Miracle Seed - a talk by Durwin Banks. Members £1.50. Visitors £2.00.

Contact: Beryl Varley 01273 832351 Tuesday 24 November, 09:30

Saturday 21 November, 10:00

Action for Deafness, 22 Sussex Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4EA Exploring social isolation and the way we can reduce it. £10. Contact: 01444 415582, www.actionfordeafness.org.uk info@actionfordeafness.org.uk

Mid Sussex Ramblers - Horsted Keynes Circular

Horsted Keynes British Legion Car Park RH17 7AE Warren Farm, Twyford Farm, Tanyard, Bluebell Railway, Cinder Hill. Optional pub lunch after walk. Dogs allowed. 6.8 miles. GR TQ383282 Contact: Tony 01444 438297 07597199768 Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 November, 10:0017:00

Chailey & Newick Painting Group’s 10th Anniversary Art Exhibition Chailey Village Hall (On A275, adjacent to 5 Bells pub) BN8 4DA Paintings, cards and refreshments.

Opening by ‘Big Painting Challenge’ judge Daphne Todd OBE on Saturday morning. Supporting St Peter’s & St James Hospice. www. chaileyandnewickpaintinggroup.org.uk Contact: Carlina Oliver 01273 400512 carlina_oliver@yahoo.co.uk Saturday 21 November, 15:00-17:30

Self-Development Taster Workshop -‘You are so much more than you think you are’

Hollytree Healing Centre, Two Mile Ash Road, Barns Green RH13 0PX The question: “who do you THINK you are?” Explore this and much more,

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Beech Hurst Car Park, Haywards Heath RH16 4BB Sandrocks, Holmbush Farm, Heaselands. 6.5 miles GR TQ322238.

Contact: William 01444 831098 07801 711401 on the day.

Music for Everyone

The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Celebrated organist/keyboard player, Paul Carman. Entry £5 on door.

Contact: Rosalie Birchmore 01444 241269 bhkeyclub33@talktalk.net

One of the best family days out in Sussex!

Action for Deafness Autumn Conference

Tuesday 24 November - Saturday 5 December

The Bodyguard

The Hawth, Hawth Avenue, Crawley RH10 6YZ Alexandra Burke stars in the awardwinning West End hit musical based on the blockbuster film.

Box Office 01293 553636 www.hawth.co.uk Wednesday 25 November, 09:30-16:00

Italian Festive Cookery with Valentina Harris

Kitchen Academy at Kingscote, Kingscote Vineyards, Mill Place Farm, Vowels Lane, East Grinstead RH19 4LG Learn how to cook festive Italian food with Italian expert chef Valentina Harris. Cost £165 per person. For further information or to book this course: info@KingscoteEstate.com or 01342 327535 www.kingscoteestate.com Wednesday 25 November, 14:00-16:00

East Grinstead Art Society

St Swithun’s Church Hall, St Swithun’s Close, East Grinstead RH19 3AZ Workshop, but no painting! Christmas celebration - please bring food/nibbles.

Visitors welcome £3. Contact: Wendy Vick 01342311093 wmv85@outlook.com

❅ Santa

Trains run as part of our service two timetable (times will alter on the 14th/15th and 21st/22nd November) All services throughout the day are steam hauled by one of our historic locomotives.

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RUNNING IN DECEMBER HAULED

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★ Santa visits every child on board ★ Every child receives a gift from Santa

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★ Photo opportunity with Santa at Horsted Keynes ★ On board refreshments available to purchase ★ Free children's roundabout at Sheffield Park Station

★ Dickensian themed games and activities at Horsted Keynes Ring 01825 720806 10am - 4pm to book seats

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finding fantastic revelations and lovely surprises about ourselves. £45.00.

Contact: Key Workshops, 01403 732810/07921 837807 keyworkshops@gmail.com www.keyworkshops.co.uk

Eve Pullman ❄ ❅ New Year's The evening will begin at Sheffield Park Station with a mulled wine & amuse bouche canapés reception. You will then board the 1920’s Pullman train where you can step back in time and enjoy the splendour of travel in “times gone by” whilst feasting on a delectable five course menu.

Bring the New Year in with style and decadence at the Bluebell Railway!

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opportunities available for September 2016. Contact: Miss M Roach Registrar 01444 241050 registrar@ burgesshillgirls.com www.burgesshillgirls.com

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Bookings now being taken for this popular Christmas treat. Visit the family of Reindeers and take a journey on a steam train to meet Father Christmas. Mince pie for the adults and a present for all children book early to avoid disappointment.

Tel: 01825 720800 info@bluebell-railway.co.uk

The Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Park Station, East Sussex TN22 3QL www.bluebell-railway.com Twitter @bluebellrailway facebook.com/bluebellrailway Booking is essential for some services. Please see website for details and T&C's.

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RSPB - Fighting for Birds – from Passenger Pigeon to Hen Harrier

Friday 27 November, 12:00-20:00 Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 November, 10:0017:00

Thursday 26 November, 10:00-15:30

The Queens Hall, High Street, Cuckfield RH17 5EL Original works of art for sale including paintings, sculpture and wood carved items. Admission free. Refreshments will be served throughout the fair. Kent & Sussex Air Ambulance - Carole-Lynn 01444 482375 cld48@icloud.com

Wednesday 25 November, 20:00–22:00

Main Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT Illustrated lecture by Dr Mark Avery (former Director of Conservation for the RSPB). £7 for guests.

Contact: Lesley Berry 01342 324955

Haywards Heath Ceramics Group Discovery Day

Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN Lectures by Lars Tharp, Ceramics Expert from BBC Antiques Road Show - “A Tour of European Ceramics” & “On the China Trail”.

Members/Guests £35. Contact: Sue Tagg 01444 483599 or Sheila Gaskell: 01444 483372 or www.HHCG.org.uk/wordpress Thursday 26 November, 19:00–22:00

Gluten Free Vegetarian Feast Night

Limes Restaurant, 67 High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HN Delicious Thai tasting menu with matching wines. All completely vegan and gluten free. See www. limesoflindfield.co.uk/vegetarianfeast-night/ for details. £35 per head (including wine).

Contact: Limes Restaurant 01444 487858 restaurant@limesoflindfield.co.uk

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The Attic Art Fair

Friday 27 November, 18:30-23:00

Murder Mystery

Tottington Manor, Edburton Road, Henfield BN5 9LJ A 1930s styled evening full of drama and entertainment, and a fabulous 3 course meal. £35.00 per head. Contact: 01903 815757 info@tottingtonmanor.co.uk www. tottingtonmanor.co.uk

welcome drink followed by some easy Scottish Country dances.

Contact: 01444 244854 newsletter@ midsussexcaledoniansociety.org.uk

Saturday 28 November, 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: Sarah Lessacheer, 07810 800248 or via facebook “Hassocks Village Market” Saturday 28 November, 09:00-17:30

Open Day

Preston Nomads Cricket Ground BN5 9NH Quiz and Ploughman’s Supper in aid of St Andrew’s Church, Edburton. £7.50 each (tables of 4). Tickets go quickly for this popular quiz so please phone 07812 465559 asap to book a table.

Big Life Organics, 112 South Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4LL Christmas shopping starts here! Special offers on food & drink, health & beauty, gifts and jewellery. With mulled wine, a free health talk and cooking demonstration in store. Free entrance.

Contact:01444 628667 shop@biglifeorganics.co.uk, www.biglifeorganics.co.uk

Friday 27 November, 19:15-19:45

Saturday 28 November

Wivelsfield Village Hall, Eastern Road.

Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG A two course meal preceded by a

Made and Making, The Workroom, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT

Friday 27 November, 19:15 for 19:30

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Christmas China Decoration Workshop

A beginners workshop for adults and teens. Visit the website or call for more info. £25. Contact: www.madeandmaking.co.uk sarah@madeandmaking.co.uk 07967 819540

Saturday 28 November, 09:30-15:30

How to Enjoy Gluten Free Cooking

3 Atlingworth Street, Brighton BN2 1PL Have fun learning all the secrets of successful gluten free cooking including pastry and scones. Contact: Veryan Young 07786 735714 www.very-good-food.co.uk info@very-good-food.co.uk Saturday 28 November, 10:30

Mid Sussex Ramblers - Danehill Valley

Danehill Church Lane RH17 7EY Newnham’s Wood, Birchgrove, Buttocks Bank Wood. 5 miles. GR TQ403272 Contact: William 01444 831098 and 07801 711401 on the day Sunday 29 November, 14:00

Mid Sussex Ramblers - Pyecombe & Poynings Circular

Pyecombe, Old A23 by pedestrian footbridge over the new A23, pass Plough PH, follow road to end towards Pyecombe Street BN45 7ED Pyecombe, Newtimber Hill, Saddlescombe Farm, Poynings, Newtimber Church, Pyecombe.

NB There are two steep ascents and one steep descent. 4.8 miles GR TQ285128.

Contact: Ann P 01273 843850

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East Chiltington

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Budgens, Stokes, Swains Farm & Garden Centre, Jack Dunckley’s Birchfield Nursery 01273 491392, Kebab Knight 01273 491667

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Business to business

Haywards Heath and District Business Association is going from strength to strength with their popular events, conferences and the interminable support of their members

HHDBA just keeps The Haywards Heath and District Business Association (HHDBA) is coming up to its fourth Question Time event on 26th November 2015 from 6.00-8.00pm. And there will be a star studded panel drawn from the local community.

The Business Association now has 170 members and sustains its membership by offering a wide variety of events. These are business focused events but also enable members to have fun together; some examples of this are the Pimms and Petanque event which was held in the summer and the recent Bollywood evening, as well as the regular monthly networking events that are held on the second Tuesday of each month at a watering hole in The Broadway.

The Chairs of the HHDBA, EGBA and BHBPA Maureen Scholefield, Stuart Scholes and Paul Shergold along with Gordon Reay, the Business Liaison Officer at Mid Sussex District Council meet on a regular basis

growing! to collaborate and ensure that Mid Sussex is well served by the three Business Associations.

On a more serious note, last month the HHDBA held its second Annual Conference with just under 100 people attending. The theme for this year’s Conference was ‘Time for a Change’ and the event focused on the changes facing businesses today. It also focused on the changes business owners can make to their company or developing their own skill sets to help business thrive, or even survive!

Topics covered by the keynote speakers at the event covered ‘Change and business opportunities at Gatwick’, ‘Use of innovation to improve business’ and ‘Are you digitally deluded?’

These are business focused events but also enable members to have fun together

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In between the keynotes the delegates also had a choice of two streams of presentations to choose from, with topics ranging from Social Media, Marketing to Management Development.

Plans are now in place to run a third conference next year, so if you are a small business this vibrant Association will offer you a range of opportunities to expand your business and meet people of a similar mindset.

The HHDBA looks forward to welcoming you soon!

Haywards Heath and District Business Association For further information or to become a member visit www.hhdba.com

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