Diary Dates March 2014
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Diary Dates Saturday 01 March
new season stock in Feathers, 155 High Street, Hurstpierpoint
Exciting new season stock in, including Lebek, Zele, Ribkoff, Olsen, NP and a great selection of jewellery. Contact: 01273 834686.
Saturday 01 March, 09:30
brighton college open morning (11+, 13+, 16+) Brighton College, Eastern Road,Brighton, East Sussex BN2 0AL
The pupils and teaching staff look forward to welcoming prospective pupils and their families to the Brighton College Open Morning. Tours commence at 9.30am. Please contact the Admissions Team: registrar@brightoncollege.net, 01273 704200, www.brightoncollege.net
Saturday 01 March, 10:00-12:00
nutley support group coffee morning St James the Less Church Hall, Bell Lane, Nutley, TN22 3NA
Nutley Support Group invite you to join them for the Coffee Morning in support of St Peter & St James Hospice. Further details from Wilma Porter on 01825 712462.
Saturday 01 March, 10:00
fludes carpets: grand re-opening Fludes Carpets, Denton Island, Newhaven BN9 9BB
Re-launch of the store following major damage due to floods in December. Big discounts in the opening event. Contact: Andy Laird 01273 517619, andy@fludescarpets.co.ukwww.fludes-carpets.co.uk
Admission is just £4 (child £2) and includes refreshments. Sponsored by Burgess Hill District Lions with donations to South Eastern Kidney Patients Association.
Promoting all that is great about British pies made from locally sourced products. Contact: farmshop@rushfields.com www.rushfields.com
Saturday 01 March, 10:15-12:45
Saturday 01 March, 20:00
Horse and country Quiz night in aid of the gambia Horse and Donkey trust
Sunday 02 March, 11:00-15:00
worth school open Day Worth School, Paddockhurst Road, Turners Hill RH10 4SD A chance to find out more about the Worth ethos, meet the Head Master, monks and teachers and see the campus with a personal student tour guide. Contact: Yvonne Lorraine on 01342 710231 or visit www.worthschool.co.uk
Saturday 01 March, 10:30-16:00
international arena Polo test match The All England Polo Club, Hickstead RH17 5NU England v USA, Arena Polo High Goal Match, Wales v Black Eagles Pre Match. £5 admission. £45 post-match 3-course luncheon .Contact: Phern Latta, polo@ hickstead.co.uk, 07889 806789 / 01273 837255, www.hickstead.co.uk/polo
The Henfield Hall, (behind Budgen’s), Henfield, BN5 9DB
The evening starts with a film show highlighting the work of the charity. Refreshments, homemade cakes, super raffle, licensed bar. Food hamper and wine to the winning team. Entrance £6. Doors open 19:30. To pre-book tickets and enquiries please contact Linda 01273 833211. linda.jones1@hotmail.co.uk
Saturday 01 March, 20:30-23:30
trapper
Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodsland Road, Hassocks BN6 8HE
thanks for the memory
The unforgettable Barry and the boys are back playing the all- time classics of the 60s. £3 entry fee non-member. Free for members. Contact: ckrbl@btconnect.com, 01273 845829.
Adastra Hall, 31 Keymer Road, Hassocks
Sunday 02 – Sunday 09 March
Saturday 01 March, 14:00
Two hours of variety entertainment, song, dance, magic and audience singalongs. Advance tickets from Pavilion Electrics, Hassocks or ring 01273 845291.
wedding fayre
Spa Hotel, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN4 8XJ An opportunity to view the hotels facilities and their suppliers. Free entry. Contact: events@spahotel.co.uk
Tuesday 04 March, 10:00
mid sussex ramblers
Meet Ashdown Forest Visitor Centre (on the Colemans Hatch Road). 8- mile Ashdown Forest and Forest Row circular walk. Visitor Centre – Llama Park – Wych Cross – Tompset’s Bank – Forest Row (pub lunch at The Swan) – Forest Way – Vanguard Way – Visitor Centre. Leader, John C. 01444 483860. No dogs please.
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great british Pie week
Rushfields Plant Centre, Henfield Road, Poynings, West Sussex BN45 7AY
Cookes Catering for all occassions Sunday Special: 4 courses for only £10.95 per person The finest contemporary Indian cuisine in the heart of Cuckfield. Authentic mouthwatering dishes
Weddings Private dinners Parties Canapes Funerals Corporate BBQ’s Small Bowl Food
Open 5.30 -10.30pm every day incl. Bank Holidays Takeaway service available Fully licensed
1 Ockenden Lane, Cuckfield, West Sussex RH17 5LD 01444 441373 – 01444 451123 www.spicevillagecuckfield.co.uk
Please do not hesitate to contact us regarding any catering requirement
Tel No: 01444 239825 • 07903 819360 Email: info@cookescatering.co.uk Website: www.cookescatering.co.uk
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Unit 15 Sheddingdean Business Centre Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 8QY 31/05/2013 10:49
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Thursday 06 March, 20:00
Wednesday 05 March, 13:45
Ditchling film society: a royal affair (15)
floral Demonstration
Ditchling Village Hall, Lewes Road, Ditchling
Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill The Burgess Hill Flower Club invite you to their floral demonstration with Bob Tunks: Flowers, My Life. With a copy of Sussex Living Magazine you may enjoy your first visit to us free. Visitors will always be welcome. Contact: Hazel Foster hazelF31@talktalk.net
Wednesday 05 March, 19:00
a sussex farm During the 1950s
A handsome period drama based on the real-life story of Caroline Mathilde, the English princess who married King Christian VII of Denmark during the 1770s, and Johann Struensee, the King’s German physician. This Danish film is a stunningly powerful portrait of love, lust and betrayal. Free refreshments and parking. Guests and temporary members are welcome for a small charge payable at the door.
Friday 07 – Sunday 16 March
Bowls Club Pavilion, South Avenue, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex AGM followed by an illustrated talk by Ian Everest which includes a 16mm cinefilm recording a year in the life of a downland farm in the 1950s. To conclude with drinks and nibbles. Contact: greenhpp@tiscali. co.uk
burgess Hill fairtrade & freedom festival See Local Living.
Friday 07 March, 08:30-13:00
the future of business
Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath
Thursday 06 March, 15:00-17:00
Conference for senior managers and business owners. www.hhdba.com
Haywards Heath Prostate cancer support group
Friday 07 March, 10:00-15:00
Dolphins Surgery Meeting Room, Butlers Green Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4BN
Sliproad off A23 near The Plough Inn, Pyecombe BN45 7FN
wolstonbury Hill: conservation tasks
Talk by Teresa Lynch, a specialist nurse from Prostate Cancer UK. Free entry. Contact: Arthur Millard, 01403 262868, a.millard44@btinternet.com
Conservation tasks to maintain the biodiversity of Wolstonbury Hill. Removing scrub to improve the grassland. Tools and hot drinks provided. Bring packed lunch.
The Eight Bells, Bolney celebrate
St Patrick’s Day
Wear boots and old clothes. Contact Mike: 07971 045607, mike@wolstonbury.com www.wolstonbury.com
Saturday 08 March, 10:30-12:00
Friday 07 March, 19:45-21:45
Lots of bargains including clothing, books, toys and bric-a-brac plus homemade cakes and refreshments. Time for a spring clearout? Bring us your jumble items on the day (8.30-9.30am). 50p entry. Contact: Vicky Power, 01444 410986 or Sarah Raison, 01444 457042, www.cuckfieldpreschool.co.uk
celebrity concert: old Dirty brasstards Great School, Lancing College, Lancing, West Sussex BN15 0RW
Fresh from their successful appearance at Latitude, this 10-piece Drum & Brass combo bring their unique playing style to Lancing. Tickets: £10. Contact: Beverly Allen, Music Secretary, Lancing College, 01273 465968, baa@lancing.org.uk
Friday 07 March, 20:00
friends of East grinstead museum East Court Mansion, East Court, East Grinstead, RH19 3LT
cuckfield Playgroup Jumble sale
Queen’s Hall, High Street, Cuckfield, RH17 5EL
Saturday 08 March, 19:00-22:00
Quiz night
Ringmer Village Hall, Ringmer BN8 5QH
Tickets £6 per person (tables of 4) from Bob Cairns 01273 812784. In support of St Peter & St James.
Saturday 08 March, 19:30
`The Magic of Pantomime’ – Ian Gledhill will talk about this enduring and peculiarly British institution, interspersed with personal anecdotes from working and appearing in pantos. Members free, non-members £2.50.
Friday 07 March, 20:30
inspire2be
The Sportsman,Goddards Green,Nr Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9LQ
Live music from local band covering music from the 60s to modern day classics. Free entry. Contact: 01444 233460, www.thesportsmanpub.com
rotary race & Quiz night
Adastra Hall, 31 Keymer Road, Hassocks
The Rotary Club of the Sussex Vale is holding their annual Charity Fundraising Race & Quiz Night on 8th March. This is a great fun evening with an opportunity to bet on horses, whilst at the same time, testing your knowledge on a wide ranging quiz.. Tickets £10 to include an Asian Buffet. Please bring your own drinks. Tickets from the secretary@rotary-sxvale.org.uk or John Baker (01273 841681) jfbaker@coincoplc. com and Paul Bowley (01273 846612). Proceeds from this event will be used to support local charities.
T he Bolney
Irish themed 3 Course Banquet
Saturday 15th March 7.30pm for 7.45pm
Followed by Irish Folk Music with special guests
Easter Monday 21st April, 2014
The Straw Dogs £20 per person
Guinness just £2 per pint for the whole day!
Mother’s Day Sunday 30th March Bookings now being taken for Sunday lunchtime and evening
The Eight Bells Village Pub, Restaurant and Bed & Breakfast The Street, Bolney, West Sussex RH17 5QW
www.theeightbellsbolney.co.uk Tel: 01444 881396
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Proudly Sponsored by Bolney’s annual test of man, machine, stamina and a touch of madness! Start planning... start building...start training... Various Live Bands, Face Painting, Bouncy Castle, Hog Roast, Prize Draw and more.
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Diary Dates Saturday 08 March, 19:30-23:00
Sunday 09 March,14:45-17:00
Sunday 09 March, 19:30
Village Hall, Lewes Road, Ditchling
The Birch Hotel, Lewes Road, Haywards Heath RH17 7SF
Wivelsfield Village Hall, off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG
fundraising Disco
A Fundraising Disco is being held to raise funds for extra costs in putting on this year’s Ditchling Fair, which will be held on Saturday 21st June. Come and dance the evening away to the ‘Hoo Ha Party Sound System’. Tickets are £6 and will be available from all the usual village outlets. In the meantime please watch the Ditchling Fair 2014 website for further information.
Saturday 08 March, 20:00-23:00
big night out
Village Centre, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint Hurstpierpoint Tennis Club presents: A Big Night Out In Hurstpierpoint! A live band – ‘No Town like Motown’ (the South’s best Motown tribute band). Doors open 19:30. Bar and raffle. Tickets £15 (which includes light supper) available from Hurst High Street (The Mint House, Vanilla) or Maddy Dunckley, 01273 757017 or 07714 159370.
Saturday 08 March, 20:30-23:30
the butchers blues band
Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodsland Road,Hassocks BN6 8HE
New to the club. 7 Piece Blue’s Band playing mostly Chicago Blues. From the 50 & 60s a great night of Blues Music. £3 per non members,Members free. Contact: ckrbl@btconnect.com 01273 845829.
the Phantom comes to the birch! The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Sussex presents a concert by Stephen John Davis (Baritone), star of the West End and Broadway. £4.50 for members of this and affiliated societies, and £9.50 for non-members. Both prices include interval refreshments. Contact: Bill Colbourne, 01444 456227. colbourne@btinternet.com, www.gilbertandsullivantoday.org.uk
Sunday 09 March,16:30
wivelsfield film: frozen (Pg) Wivelsfield Village Hall, off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG
Directors: Chris Buck, Jennifer Lee, 2013. Starring: Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Joanthan Groff, Josh Gad, Santino Fontana.Cursed by her estranged sister, the cold-hearted Snow Queen, Anna must race against time and survive a perilous but thrilling journey across an icy landscape and battle an army of menacing snowmen if she ever hopes to melt her frozen heart.Winner of the Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Feature Film 2013. Refreshments served before the film and during the interval. Doors open at 4pm. Tickets £2.50 on the door or in advance from Wivelsfield Green Village Stores. Contact: wgpg72@gmail. com for details and tickets. Easy parking. All proceeds to Wivelsfield Green Playgroup.
wivelsfield film: gravity (12a) Director: Alfonso Cuarón, 2013. George Clooney and Sandra Bullock star as an astronaut and a medical engineer who work together to survive after an accident on a seemingly routine spacewalk leaves them adrift in space, tethered to nothing but each other and spiralling out into the blackness. Free, easy parking. Refreshments. Tickets £5.50 on the door, in advance from the Post Office & Village Stores or The Cock Inn, or online via the Facebook page for Wivelsfield Films or via wivelsfieldfilms.wordpress.com
Monday 10 March, 10:00-14:30
msoPc: beat the blues
Martlets Hall, Burgess Hill RH15 9N
Doing more for Mid Sussex Older People. Book a mood lifting, stress-beating, treatment being provided by students from City College Brighton & Hove, Beauty and Therapy course Level 2. Treatments on offer range from basic manicure or pedicure to massage and make-up therapies. Speak to local organisations, who can show you how to make a movie, play scrabble or chess, swap recipes and knitting patterns, hear about new books in your local library, find out about local walking groups to join, discuss current affairs, make sure your car is ready for any weather, or have an introduction to golf. Single, married, male
or female, there is plenty for you to do at this event: find out about volunteering opportunities, and get information about joining clubs and activities. Complimentary refreshments and lunch will be available. Contact anita@msopc.org.uk or ring the helpline 01444 242760, if you would like to go, but need help getting there.
Monday 10 March, 12:00
race meeting: the aspen insurance anglo irish raceday ltd Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton BN7 3AL
Cheltenham Preview: 12.30pm to 1.45pm. First Race: 2.00pm, Last Race: 5.00pm. Come and get in the Cheltenham Festival spirit with our 7 race card. Adult Admission Advanced Online £10-£16 (on the day) including a free programme and parking. Senior Concessions (60+) on the day with photo ID: £12. Children under 18: FREE. Contact 01273 890383.
Monday 10 March, 19:45
Hassocks field society
Adastra Hall, 31 Keymer Road, Hassocks
‘History of Peregrines in Sussex from 1904 to 2010’ - a talk by Phil Everitt. Members £1. Visitors are very welcome (£1.50). Contact: Beryl Varley 01273 832351.
Tuesday 11 March, 14:30
lindfield Preservation society King Edward Hall, 24 High Street, Lindfield
Cuckfield Crafts & Market The Dublin Legends The spirit of the great legendary Irish folk group The Dubliners. Sat 8 Mar | Martlets Hall Los Endos: Ultimate Genesis All the drama and excitement of a Genesis gig. Sun 9 Mar | Clair Hall River Monsters with Jeremy Wade Presenter of the global hit series Wed 12 Mar | Clair Hall Pudding Night Fairtrade With no less than 5 puddings to try! Thurs 13 Mar | Martlets Cafe
Friday March 21st 9.30am-1pm
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Tea, coffee and cakes are available.
Next Market 25th April
Think Floyd The definitive Pink Floyd Experience Fri 28 Mar | Martlets Hall Johnny Cash Revisited A rollercoaster ride of nostalgia Fri 4 Apr | Martlets Hall
martlets hall, burgess hill 01444 242888 or clair hall, haywards heath 01444 455440 book online at www.freedom-leisure.co.uk
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Lively village market offering a delightful mix of stalls with something for everyone, including a huge plant stall.
Cinderella Ballet Presented by the Vienna Festival Ballet Fri 14 Mar | Clair Hall
Contact Beverley allthingsnicecft@aol.com | 01444 440274 Queens Hall, High Street, Cuckfield
VOUCHER A pub for the community with a great atmosphere and great food Book early for
Mothers Day
Mon - Sat
LUNCHTIME ONLY
Fabulous Roast Sunday and all day Wednesday. Sunday Lunch: £8.95 1 course, £12.00 2 course, £15.00 3 course. Food served 7 days a week • À la carte menu • Traditional bar menu • All fresh produce • Function facilities available for birthdays, wakes, christenings etc • Daily specials available.
30 years experience as a Chef. The TRADITION continues Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QT
This entitles 2 PERSONS to dine for £12 From Specials Board Only
Valid until 31st March 2014. Excluding Bank Holidays
01273 842645
Email: greyhoundkeymer@yahoo.co.uk
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Free, illustrated talk on ‘Sussex Village Life in the Middle Ages’ by Mark Perry-Nash. All welcome. Contact: John Chapman 01444 484470, johnchapman@talk21.com
Tuesday 11 March, 19:45
Hurstpierpoint Horticultural society Village Centre, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint
‘Central Royal Parks – Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, St James’ Park, Clarence House and Buckingham Palace’ – an illustrated talk by Jim Buttress, former Superintendent of the Royal Parks and Britain in Bloom, RHS judge and radio and TV presenter. Members £1, non-members £2. Contact: greenhpp@ tiscali.co.uk
Wednesday 12 March, 20:00-22:00
Friday 14 March, 19:30-22:30
Adastra Hall, 31 Keymer Road, Hassocks
St Andrew’s Church, Burgess Hill RH15 0LG
Hassocks Horticultural society
Sue Broadbridge will give an illustrated talk entitled ‘70 Years of the English Garden - A Personal Recollection’. Members £1.50, visitors £2.50. Refreshments included. Contact: Sylvia Hancock, 01273 844544, n8a5cluv@talktalk.net
Thursday 13 March, 19:00-21:00
open Evening
barn Dance & supper
Dancing to the Village Band with caller. Bar drinks available, supper and raffle. £8 per head; children £1. Tickets from Church office 9:30-12:30, 01444 232337.
Friday 14 March, 20:00
ashdown rambling club: sybil martin memorial lecture Meridian Hall, East Court, East Grinstead
You are warmly welcomed to a whole school Open Evening with an opportunity to meet senior staff and have a tour of the school. Contact: Registrar, 01444 450256.
‘Oh Get On With It!’ – a talk by Colin Snook describing his 4,000 mile walk around the coastline of Britain. Tickets at door - Club Members £1, Visitors £2. Refreshments included. Contact: Timothy Barr, 01342 321842, barrtim_lesley@hotmail.com, www.ashdownramblers.org.uk
Join the presenter of the global hit River Monsters for an evening of mystery, mayhem and monster wrangling. Adults £16.00. £12.00 children. Contact: 01444 455440. www.freedom-leisure.co.uk
Friday 14 – Friday 28 March
Friday 14 March, 20:00
Wednesday 12 March, 20:00
Enter the Burgess Hill Town Centre Partnership’s online Mother’s Day Competition and some fabulous prizes from Burgess Hill retailers could be yours! One lucky winner will be selected from all the correct entries and notified on 28th March. Terms & Conditions apply. Contact: Liz Clark, Projects & Administrative Officer, Burgess Hill Town Councilliz@burgesshill. gov.uk 01444 238203.
Wednesday 12 March,19:30
river monsters with Jeremy wade Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath
clematis through the seasons King Edward Hall, 24 High Street, Lindfield Talk by Everett Leeds, a clematis expert who helped to form the International and British Clematis Societies, and has written books on the subject. £1 members, £2 non-members. Contact: Publicity Officer 01444 451363, www.lindfieldhorts.org.uk
Tavistock & Summerhill School, Summerhill Lane, Lindfield Haywards Heath RH16 1RP
online mother’s Day competition www.cometoburgesshill.co.uk Facebook /teamburgesshill
the Development of the georgian country House Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill
Spring Market with local produce, craft stalls, tombola and hot snacks at our Café. Free entry. Contact: Sylvia Martin, 01825 740547, smartin@chelwood.fsnet.co.uk
Saturday 15 March, 09:30-11:15
Parish Jumble sale
St. Barnabas Church Hall, Worth Road, Pound Hill, Crawley RH10 7EB
Something for all the family. Books, bric a brac, clothing, household furnishings, toys/games, etc. Refreshments available. Entry: Adults 30p, children free. Contact: Mrs Phyl Pennell, 01293 883362, roger. pennell@zen.co.uk
Saturday 15 March, 09:30-11:30
gluten free coffee morning
Coffee Shop Plus Café, 61 Church Walk, Burgess Hill RH15 9BQ
Meet others with a Coeliac condition, get advice and enjoy some delicious gluten free refreshments. Contact: William Andrews, Group Organiser, 01903 521850, westsussex@coeliac.org.uk
Sue Berry will give a presentation on Sheffield Park and some other local examples, c1680-1840. Members £1, visitors £3, to include refreshments. Contact: paulinetm@gmail.com, 01444 233835.
Saturday 15 March, 09:30-10:30
Saturday 15 March, 10:00-14:00
Families of pupils aged between 4 and 7 years are invited to tour the school and meet the Head of Hurst Pre-Prep department, Michèle Finnegan. There is a playalong
chelwood gate village market
Beaconsfield Road, Chelwood Gate RH17 7LF
Pre-Prep & Prep school open morning Hurstpierpoint College, Chalkers Lane, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9 JS
15 North Street, Lewes, BN7 2PD
www.gorringes.co.uk
High demand means it is a great time to sell your Chinese Works of Art. To arrange a FREE valuation call 0800 881 5684 SuSSex Living March 2014
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Holiday home France
Lakeside House
Ecuras, Charente
Village le Chat. 142 Rue des Narcisses. 16220 Ecuras
£65,000 Also available for rent
Summary • Type: Lakeside house • Bedrooms: 2 • Bathrooms: 1
• Year Built: 1980 • Lot dimensions: 400 sq m • Floor area: 70 sq m
This lakeside house is situated in a private village between Angouleme and Limoges in the beautiful department of the Charente. Nestling in a shallow wooded valley, this village of about 200 dwellings has a lake central to its position. There are about 20 houses that border the lake and this is one of them. The house was refurbished in 2009 with upgraded electrics, a new quality kitchen, new lounge furniture, new bedroom furniture and heaters. All but one small window is double glazed. The ground floor is open plan with a lounge, diner and kitchen. Stairs lead up to the first floor where there are 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and a storage cupboard. The village itself has a reception centre, restaurant/bar, laundrette and shop. Other facilities include a large heated outdoor pool, a children’s pool (with attendants in the summer months), tennis, table tennis, mini golf, fishing and a football pitch. Fishing in the lake is available for owners, their friends and tenants of the property. There are many more activities locally, too numerous to mention. The village can look after the property for you if you wish, including interior cleaning, repairs, gardening and turnaround days if renting. This village is totally safe for children and pets, as the max. speed limit is 15kph/9mph. The public park areas are always kept neat and tidy. The house is located about 1hr from the Atlantic coastal town of Royan and 1 1/4hrs from the beautiful port of La Rochelle, being situated only 30 min east of Angouleme and 40 min west of Limoges, both with airports. Motorway links are within 20km of the property. The village has 2 entrance/exits and has its own unobtrusive security patrols. Peace of mind when you cannot be there is everything. This house is set in a plot of about 400 sq metres of easily managed garden in the most gorgeous setting. Tranquility and peace for only £65,000 ONO. This property is also available for rent. Contact information for rates as below.
Community features • Playground
• Tennis court(s)
• Lake
• Two swimming pools
• Laundry on site
• International 18 hole • Restaurant/Bar • Shop golf course
Property features • Tiled floor • Hardwood floor
• Balcony with views over the lake
• Private garden
• Parking for two cars
CONTACT: Tristram & Gillian Reay-Young
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Email: gillandtris@telefonica.net
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Diary Dates session for the children. If you would like to find out more about the Pre-Prep School before the next Open Morning, we invite you to arrange a personal family visit. Families of pupils considering their 7+ and 11+ opportunities are invited to tour the Prep School and meet the Head of Hurst Prep, Ian Pattison. The morning finishes with a buffet lunch. If you would like to find out more about the Prep School before the next Open Morning, we invite you to arrange a personal family visit. For further information about the Pre-Prep and Prep School, please contact:The Prep School Admissions Officer, prepregistrar@hppc.co.uk. Telephone: 01273 836927. Facsimile: 01273 836900.
Saturday 15 March, 10:00-15:00
conservation tasks
Sliproad off A23 near The Plough Inn, Pyecombe BN45 7FN
Conservation tasks to maintain the biodiversity of Wolstonbury Hill Removing scrub to improve the grassland. Tools and hot drinks provided. Bring packed lunch. Wear boots and old clothes. Contact: Mike: 07971045607 mike@wolstonbury.com www.wolstonbury.com
Saturday 15 March, 10:30
senior school & sixth form open morning Hurstpierpoint College, College Lane, Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex BN6 9 JS
What Happens at an Open Morning? After a short introduction to the College by Headmaster, Tim Manly, and a brief address from a couple of current students, families of pupils considering their options at 13+ and 16+ have the chance to meet and talk to current pupils and staff, tour the school and join pupils and staff for a relaxed buffet lunch. If you would like to find out more about the Senior School and Sixth Form before the next Open Morning, we invite you to arrange a personal family visit. For further information about the Senior School & Sixth Form, please contact: Mrs Dianne Allison, Head of Admissions. Telephone: 01273 836937. Facsimile: 01273 835257. Email: registrar@hppc.co.uk
Saturday 15 March, 10:30-16:00
mother and Daughter craft Day
Made and Making, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling, BN6 8GT If you are looking for a way to get quality time together come and spend a relaxing day in our inspiring workroom completing three very different projects. Lunch and refreshments included. Min age 10 years. £55 per person. Contact: www.madeandmaking.co.uk sarah@ madeandmaking.co.uk, 07967 819540.
Saturday 15 March, 10:30-14:30
silks, handmade jewellery and country antiques. Free tea/coffee with our delicious homemade cakes. Try our pies too! Entrance £1.00. Free prize draw. Supporting CHICKS, the charity for UK disadvantaged kids. Contact: Darcy Shepherd, 07773 360631, darcymaclean@yahoo.co.uk, facebook.com/cuckfieldvintageemporium.
Saturday 15 March, 19:00
magic lantern show
St Peter’s Church, Chailey Green, Lewes
Original slides of Lewes and surrounding villages taken 1890’s-1920’s. How many of us have used the words Magic Lantern Show, but never actually seen one? In a unique event, we are showing original slides on an original Magic Lantern projector for one evening only. Pictures that will be of interest to both history and photographic societies, which may have never been seen before by those attending. This event starts with a welcoming drink and nibbles, before the show starts at 19:30. You will be sitting in a Medieval 13th century church on Victorian pews, which will add to the authenticity of your Victorian evening of entertainment. There will be a break during the performance, when further refreshments will be on sale. Profit will go towards the modernisation of this wonderful church. Tickets for this special event (£8) are limited and can be obtained from St Peter’s Church Office, The Rectory, Chailey Green, Lewes BN8 4DA (please enclose SAE).
Saturday 15 March, 19:30-23:00
st Patrick’s Day banquet with irish band The Eight Bells, The Street, Bolney, West Sussex RH17 5QW
3-course banquet with choices of traditional Irish culinary favourites, and music by Irish folk band The Straw Dogs. £20 per person for the banquet, but entry to the pub to enjoy the band from 9.30pm is FREE. Contact: Emma Wasyliw, 01444 881396, info@theeightbellsbolney.co.uk www.theeightbellsbolney.co.uk
Saturday 15 March, 20:30-23:30
st Patrick’s weekend with ‘reelstrings’ Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodlands Road, Hassocks, BN6 8HE
Back by popular demand, 3-piece Irish folk and country band covering songs from ‘Whisky in a Jar’ to ‘Brown Eyed Girl’ and more. £3 entry fee for non–members. Members free. For more info contact 01273 845829, ckrbl@btconnect.com
Sunday 16 March, 16:00
burgess Hill fairtrade & freedom festival: celtic, classics & cakes King’s Church, Victoria Road, Burgess Hill
A free introduction to the Biodynamic Horticultural Foundation Year at Emerson College, East Sussex. Book your place now: 01342 822 238, registrar@emerson. org.uk. Or visit: http://emerson.org.uk/ biodynamics-course
Virtuoso Celtic guitarist plays a selection of Classical and Celtic pieces with excellent support from members of the Burgess Hill Symphony Orchestra. A great Sunday afternoon out which includes tea/coffee and cake, free of charge. Entry fee: £7.50. Contact: www.burgesshillfreedomfestival. com or Help Point, Burgess Hill or Present Company, Robert Eggleston 07947 792033, snowdropmusic@talktalk.net
Saturday 15 March, 11:00-16:00
Tuesday 18 March, 19:45-21:45
The Queen’s Hall, High Street, Cuckfield, West Sussex RH17 5EL
Club Suite, Hurstpierpoint Village Centre, Trinity Road , Hurstpierpoint
biodynamic Horticulture taster Day Emerson College, Hartfield Road, Forest Row, East Sussex RH18 5JX
cuckfield vintage Emporium
A beautiful village hall full of vintage treasures, decorative homeware, rustic gardenalia, pre-loved cashmeres and
wolstonbury wi monthly meeting A talk by Alexandre Loske entitled “George IV and his Giraffe.” Contact: Brenda Mack, Secretary, Wolstonbury WI. 01273 832575.
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Wednesday 19 March, 14:00
Friday 21 March, 19:15-21:45
Wivelsfield Village Hall, off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG
The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill
Please bring your own cards and cloth. Tea and raffle. Tickets £30 per table. Contact: John Jefferson on 01444 471324. This event is in support of St Peter & St James Hospice.
National and international musician, Andrew Varley, playing the electric organ/keyboards. Entry £5 on the door. Contact: Rosalie Birchmore, 01444 241269, bhkeyclub33@talktalk.net.
Thursday 20 March, 09:30-12:00
Friday 21 March, 19:30-21:30
crochet techniques
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Made and Making, Unit 3 Turner Dumbrells, Dumbrell Court Road, Ditchling BN6 8GT
Main Hall, East Court Mansion, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 3LT
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Come along and improve your crochet by mastering joining techniques and pretty trims. For beginners classes see the website. £30 per person. Contact: www.madeandmaking.co.uk, sarah@ madeandmaking.co.uk, 07967 819540.
Thursday 20 March, 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 valuations. By appointment. For information or to make an appointment, please contact Jenny Bouston on 01273 22000 or email jenny.bouston@bonhams.com
Thursday 20 March, 11:00-17:00
Joseph ribkoff fashion Day
Feathers, 155 High Street, Hurstpierpoint
World renowned for their unique and highly flattering designs, the Joseph Ribkoff team and their professional model will be at Feathers showcasing the fabulous Spring/Summer collection. Enjoy personal advice, with a glass of bubbly. 10% discount and a free gift will be given with every Ribkoff purchase made or ordered on the day. Contact 01273 834686.
Thursday 20 March, 15:00
agm mid sussex Patient Participation group Mid Sussex Patient Participation Group, Conference Room Hassocks Health Centre The AGM is open to all patients of the Practice of Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks and Ditchling. For further details from CoChairman, Terry Harper 01273 833554 or email terry.harper@btinternet.com
Friday 21 – Sunday 23 March
workshop series: social Ecology and community Emerson College, Hartfield Road, Forest Row, East Sussex RH18 5JX
Workshops on themes connected with social development, collaboration, community building and related areas. Starting with: Spirit of Community – how spiritual insights inform social development. Tuition £160 per workshop - 10% reduction when booking more than one workshop. Book your place now: Contact Belinda Heys at: socialecology@ emerson.org.uk or visit: http://emerson.org. uk/2014-01-08-10-50-27 to find out more.
Friday 21 March, 09:30-13:00
cuckfield crafts and market
Queens Hall High Street Cuckfield RH17 5EL Cuckfield Crafts and Market will have 35 plus quaint, quirky and contemporary stalls comprising of jams to jewellery, vintage homewares to Italian handbags! Refreshments available. Free admission. Contact: Beverley Smith, 01444 440274, allthingsnicecft@aol.com
music for Everyone
Geoff Wickenden, who spent 42 years running this much loved family sweet shop, reveals its fascinating history. All welcome. Non-members£1.50, members £1, including refreshments. Contact Joan Roberts, 01342 322648. www.eastgrinsteadsociety.org
Friday 21 March, 19:30
star cinema: Philomena (12a) Adastra Hall, 31 Keymer Road, Hassocks
Starring Dame Judi Dench and Steve Coogan, this moving and multi-award nominated film is based on a true story of a woman’s search for her son who was taken away from her years earlier. This will be our final film of the current season and we expect it to be popular, so come early! Raffle and refreshments. Contact Sherrian Guest, 01273 842081.
Saturday 22 – Sunday 23 March
Ditchling film society: Jane austin weekend
Ditchling Village Hall, Lewes Road, Ditchling
2-day special screening of ‘Lost In Austen’ (15) – a romantic comedy and light-hearted take on ‘Pride & Prejudice’. Director: Nikolaj Arcel. Denmark 2012. 137 mins. Saturday 8pm (Part 1) Sunday 10am (Part 2) We are fundraising towards our new projector. Tickets for both parts cost £15 and are available from Ditchling Post Office or 01273 846359. The ticket includes a glass of wine and canapés on Saturday evening and coffee and croissant on Sunday morning. Relaxed seating around tables – why not make up a party ?
Saturday 22 March, 19:00
Handel: brockes Passion
St Mary the Virgin, Windmill Lane, East Grinstead, RH19 2DS
East Grinstead Choral Society, directed by Richard Jenkinson, with internationally renown tenor Neil Jenkins as Evangelist and Meridian Chamber Orchestra, leader George Clifford. Tickets: Adult £12. Under 18/disabled £5. Family (2 adults, up to 4 children) £25. Contact: http://www.egcs. co.uk or 01342 328774.
Saturday 22 March, 19:00-21:30
sausage & mash Quiz night
Plumpton Village Hall, 1 West Gate, Plumpton Green BN7 3BQ
Tables of 8. Licenced Bar and Raffle. Please bring your own plates and cutlery. Tickets £10 each to include dessert. Contact Gill Gamble, 01273 891218. Hosted by the Plumpton Support Group in support of St Peter & St James Hospice.
Saturday 22 March, 19:30
rnli Quiz night
Village Centre, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint Teams of up to 6 are invited to come and SuSSex Living March 2014
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Diary Dates join us for another great evening raising funds for the RNLI. Pit your wits against other teams and our excellent Quiz Master, John Wilkinson. Cash bar, raffles. Tickets at £9 include a light supper and are available from the Mint House, 94 High Street Hurstpierpoint, Orion News, Keymer Road, Hassocks or any Committee member. Do come and support this very worthwhile cause and have a fun evening at the same time. Contact: Jo Kaddish (Chairman, Hurstpierpoint and District Branch RNLI) on 01273 843857.
Saturday 22 March, 20:00
burgess Hill District lions club present: chicory tip Martlets Hall, Burgess Hill
Enjoy some good old 60s and 70s music! Licensed Bar. Cabaret Seating. For Tickets (£10) from 01444 243003. All proceeds in aid of Burgess Hill Marching Youth.
Visit Tottington Manor, an amazing wedding venue, and see a selection of wedding suppliers and wedding fashion shows. Contact: Sara Luff, 01903 815757 info@tottingtonmanor.co.uk www.tottingtonmanor.co.uk
Monday 24 March, 19:45
Hassocks field society
Adastra Hall, 31 Keymer Road, Hassocks
The Work of Sussex 4x4 – a talk by Mike Cox. Members £1. Visitors are very welcome (£1.50). Contact: Beryl Varley 01273 832351.
Tuesday 25 March, 13:00-20:00
Jane iredale mother’s Day makeup Event La Touche Beauty, 39 High Street, Lindfield, West Sussex RH16 2HJ
East grinstead sports club: the sport relief mile
Informative and hands-on makeup event. Learn hints and tips using a professional skincare makeup range. Demos, goody bag and refreshments included. £20 per person (redeemable against 2 or more products purchased on the day). Contact: La Touche Beauty, 01444 484 600, enquiries@latouche-beauty.com
East Grinstead Sports Club, Saint Hill Road, East Grinstead RH19 4JU
Wednesday 26 – Thursday 27 March, 10:00-17:00
Sunday 23 March, 09:30-14:00
Show East Grinstead what you’re made of in the Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile! Dust off those trainers and get ready to jog, run, walk or wiggle. Choose from 1, 3 or 6 miles. Meeting point: The cricket pitch at East Grinstead Sports Club. Refreshments available on the day. To book your place, visit: www.sportrelief.com.
Sunday 23 March, 11:00-16:00
luxury wedding fayre
Ashdown Hotel & Country Club, Wych Cross, East Grinstead, RH18 5JR Luxury Wedding Fayre brings together a selection of the finest wedding suppliers. It will also be an opportunity to view the hotel’s facilities. Inspiring catwalk shows featuring the latest top designers’ collections. Catwalk shows: 12:30 & 14:00. £5.00 or complimentary if you apply online or from Broadleys, High Street, East Grinstead. Contact: Bridget York, 07961 430599, bridget.york@entireaffair. com, www.luxuryweddingshow.co.uk, weddings@ashdownpark.com
Sunday 23 March, 11:30-15:30
tottington manor wedding fayre Tottington Manor, Edburton Road, Edburton, West Sussex BN5 9LJ
fine art, antiques & collectables auction Gorringes, 15 North Street, Lewes BN7 2PD Contact Julie Kelly, juliek@gorringes.co.uk, 01273 472503.
Wednesday 26 March,10:00-14:00
Paintings valuation Day
Charleston Farmhouse, Firle, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6LL
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Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks and Ditchling Practice welcome. Details from CoChairman, Terry Harper, on 01273 833554 or email terry.harper@btinternet.com
Saturday 29 March, 19:30-22:00
Wednesday 26 March, 20:00-21:30
The Ashdown Singers, directed by Terence Steele, will be performing The Crucifixion (Stainer) and also include motets by Poulenc, Purcell and Byrd. Entrance is free of charge. A retiring collection will be taken in aid of St Peter & St James Hospice. Contact: Hilary Shepherd, 01444 482957 or hilary.shepherd@uwclub.net
balcombe History society
Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 6HP
‘A Victorian Woodman, Signalman and Diarist”. John Ireland explores the changing life and work of his great grandfather Thomas, a Balcombe man, through his recently-discovered diaries. Admission is £1 (members)/£3 (visitors) on the door, including refreshments.The talk will be preceded by the Annual General Meeting.
Friday 28 March, 19:30
celtic concert: michael & teenie Harcus St John the Evangelist Church, Church Lane, Newtimber, West Sussex BN6 9BT
A Concert of Celtic traditional country, folk, rock and gospel music by singer and songwriters Michael and Teenie Harcus from Westray in the Orkney Islands. The Concert is being held in this beautiful church mentioned in the Domesday Book, nestling under the South Downs. Admission: £15 per adult, £5 for under 18s, to include delicious Scottish themed canapés, drinks and other tempting delicacies. Contact details: Shirley Murrell, 01273 857353, shirleymurrell@ btinternet.com; Lucy Dalrymple, 01273 832009, lucy@arboreaters.co.uk. All proceeds to Newtimber Church restoration fund. Spaces are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Join Bonhams for Masterpiece Month, a series of picture valuation days held throughout Bonhams regional network in February and March. Bonhams specialists Robert Smith and Dendy Easton will be at Charleston Farmhouse to offer free and confidential auction valuations, by appointment. For information or to make an appointment, please contact Jenny Bouston on 01273 220 000 or email jenny.bouston@bonhams.com
Saturday 29 March, 10:00-12:00
Wednesday 26 March, 14:00
Saturday 29 March, 14:00-16:15
mid sussex Patient Participation group: Palliative care Conference Room,Hassocks Health Centre, Windmill Avenue, Hassocks Dr Terry Lynch will give a free talk on palliative care, a subject of potential concern to patients. All patients of
the ashdown singers
United Reformed Church, High Street, Lindfield RH166 2HL
Saturday 29 March, 20:00-23:00
touchstone barn Dance
Village Centre, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint A fundraising Barn Dance for Heber Opera with Touchstone Barn Dance Band. A buffet supper will be provided and the licensed bar will open from 19:30. Tickets are £15 (under 16s £8) and are available from Goodsman Letting on 01273 495220.
Saturday 29 March, 20:30-23:30
Kevin ward
Clayton & Keymer Royal British Legion, Woodlands Road, Hassocks, BN6 8HE
Solo Artist Vocalist / Entertainer. Music from all the decades, anything from big band and ballads to soul, latest pop and soft rock music, so something for all tastes. It’s not just his singing that he impresses with, it’s his ability to get his audience involved and make sure everyone has a good time. £3 non-members, free to members. Contact: ckrbl@btconnect.com, 01273 845829.
Sunday 30th March
Paws & claws spring fair
Adastra Hall, 31 Keymer Road, Hassocks
Spring Fair with many stalls including homemade cakes, bric-a-brac, clothes, jewellery, gifts, cards, tombola and raffle. Refreshments available. Entrance: 20p. Contact: Rosemary Harding, 01273 846946, rosemary.harding@mypostoffice.co.uk. www.pawsandclaws-ars.org.uk
burgess Hill Horticultural society: spring flower show Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill
Afternoon teas, raffle, plant and produce stalls - everything homegrown and homemade! Entry fee 50p. Contact Flo Whitaker, 01444 245509, bhhs@talktalk.net
Monday 31 March, 14:20
racing welfare raceday
Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton BN7 3AL
Racing Welfare will be holding a fundraising raceday. Gates open 11.30am. Adult tickets £10 (advance tickets until 25th March), £16 (on the day) including a free programme and parking. Senior Concessions (60+) on the day with photo ID: £12Children under 18: FREE. Contact Plumpton Racecourse on 01273 890383, @plumptonraces
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