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88 Harvest Fesival

12 Life’s a Hoot

Learn about the life of owls with Reg Lanaway 58 Beauty & Fashion

Get ready to button up in this season’s best coats 64 Spotlight on Partridge Green

Ruth Lawrence visits this lovely village 71 Gap Year Adventure

Will Kemp’s inspirational trip to Nepal 76 Bring Your Bear!

Support Action Medical Research with a teddy 78 Healthy Eating

Get food smart for a healthy boost

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The Tale of Fox Hill Village

The story of Harold Turner designed homes and their village sign

17 Tisshaws Family Law Solicitors

Bringing the personal touch to your case 18 Home Front

From city life to a snug vintage style

Northumberland cottage 42 All About Camellias

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52 Meet the Tottington Woodlanders

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Bring Your Bear!

With the long hot holidays behind us it’s time to get back to school, hopefully with a spring in the step! Turn to page 71 for our Education feature where you can read all about an exciting gap year adventure, healthy food ideas, Bring your Bear and much more. Elsewhere in the magazine we celebrate the Harvest Festival, have a look around a vintage inspired cottage and get spruced up in the garden. Enjoy!

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61 Profiles Health and Beauty

Beautifying Sussex for over 30 years 69 Eunice Harris Numerology

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and juniper jam 92 Wadhurst Walk

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LOCAL HISTORY

THE TALE OF

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Dedicated to conserving their Harold Turner designed homes, the residents of Fox Hill Village organised the restoration of the village sign. Lisa de Silva tells their story

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while the council are responsible for the upkeep of the B2112 hen a delivery lorry knocked down the and the residents are responsible for the upkeep of Fox Hill sign at the entrance of Turner-designed Village, the small triangle of land along with the sign that Fox Hill Village back in September 2014, had stood there for the best part of half a century, was not nobody realised it would take four years owned by anybody. Consequently, ownership of the sign and considerable energy to have it re-instated. We hear the could not be established. residents’ story and take a closer look at the life and work During the lengthy negotiating process, of Hayward Heath’s most prominent local resident Mr Warwick stripped the architect, Harold Turner.

For many the sign at the entrance to We’re a close community old sign of all the metalwork, cleaned and stored it, in the hope that one day it might Fox Hill Village had been a landmark and thought it was be incorporated into the new signage. on the old drove road running from important to retain the Eventually, after several years brokering an Haywards Heath down to Ditching for agreement, it was decided that the residents decades. So, when the sign was effectively character of our road could commission and fund a new sign, as demolished by a container lorry in well as paying for a contractor to sink it into September 2014, the local residents the ground to a level that would comply with public highway were keen to get it re-instated. Little did they know that the standards. Once this was completed, the council agreed to process would throw open a whole host of issues that would take over the ownership and responsibility for the sign. take the best part of four years to resolve.

“Unfortunately, the old sign, which we believe had stood there since Fox Hill Village was first designed by Harold Turner in the 1950s, was damaged beyond repair,” explains local resident Helen Constantine. However, when it became clear the sign would not be replaced like for like, the residents of Fox Hill Village decided to take action.

“We’re a close community and thought it was important to retain the character of our road and so we agreed to fund the replacement sign ourselves,” Helen tells me. “We were also granted £250 from Haywards Heath Town Council’s Franklands Ward Budget, which was gratefully received.”

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The residents were fortunate in finding a local contractor sympathetic to conservation who had driven past the original sign for many years. He also felt it was important to retain the character of the area and was happy to use the original metalwork in the new design. Finally, in June 2018, almost four years since the initial accident Fox Hill Village had its new signage.

Whether the original sign had been designed by Harold Turner himself is not known, but what we do know is that after the Second World War, the land where Fox Hill Village now stands had been covered in nurseries and fields. As the urbanisation of Haywards Heath began to take off, this land was ear-marked for development. Buyers chose a plot and then selected from a range of Turner-designed houses. The site gradually took shape during the early 1950s and many of the local residents still have the original plans.

HAROLD TURNER An important Sussex architect, Harold Turner was born in 1885 in Ardingly and started his career in Brighton Borough Engineers office in the early 1900s. During the First World War he joined the family firm, Box & Turner, before setting up his own architectural practise in Boltro Chambers, Haywards Heath in 1920. By the 1930s, his style had developed and he came to specialise in a Sussex farmhouse ‘vernacular’ with Arts and Crafts influences. Architectural details characteristic of Turner, include tile-hanging, gabled dormers, metal-framed windows with diamond leaded lights, stained glass, tiled window sills, statement chimney stacks, ornately curved black metal gutter brackets, along with oak bannisters, stairs and doors.

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and Lindfield. Famed for the quality of Along with his signature style, Turner their interior fixtures and fittings, Turner also experimented with Art deco designs. In Architectural details homes remain extremely sought after today. characteristic of Turner 1932, he modernised the premises of Hiltons Along with private homes, Turner was also department store which stood in South responsible for designing Franklands Village include tile-hanging, Road, Haywards Heath. When the Orchards during the 1930s, an innovative low-cost Shopping Centre was developed in the gabled dormers and housing scheme in Haywards Heath and 1980s, the shop was incorporated, but ceased stained glass collaborated with the famous architect, trading in 1987.

Edwin Lutyens in the development of Mill At a time of ambitious development in Hill Close, off the Balcombe Road. This mid Sussex, it is increasingly important to beautiful leafy estate was built to provide homes for engineers preserve the history and character of our region and the returning from the Second World War and the families of residents of Fox Hill Village have certainly played a part in civil engineers whose homes had been destroyed during the this. As Helen says, “It took time and patience, and we were blitz. Today, the estate provides a safe haven for Institute of determined to get a result to help retain the character of the Civil Engineers (ICE) members and their families. area.” l

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With over fifty years of experience, Reg Lanaway certainly is an expert in the field of bird ringing. Peter d’Aguilar spoke to him about his lifelong love of animals and birds

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eg Lanaway was born Reg took a one-year agriculture course in 1934 and spent his and, on its conclusion, was offered childhood years in the job of managing the dairy herd Arundel. The war broke of Shorthorn, British Friesian and out when he was six, but life went on Holstein cattle - spread across a 2000pretty much as normal; though local acre estate and its outstations. Over airfields such as Ford and Tangmere his twenty-six year tenure, the herd attracted their fair share of bombs. increased from forty four cows up to “When the one hundred and sirens went off, eighty – it now we headed for almost Bird-ringing dates back as far numbers the cellar,” Reg three hundred. He as Roman times. It involves reflects. “But I also met his wife don’t think the Pat at the estate. the attachment of a small Luftwaffe would It was through metal or plastic tag to the have dropped a his work in the leg or wing of a wild bird bomb on Arundel Sussex countryside Castle – as Hermann Goering fancied it as his country seat! We were told not to pick anything up in case it blew our hand off. The whole thing was a bit of an adventure, really.”

After school and National Service as a radar operator in the RAF, Reg returned to his first love – animal husbandry. He had worked with animals on local farms during the school holidays and he himself had pedigree, as his great grandfather had won a claret jug for champion livestock beast back in 1896. Aged twenty one, 12 SUSSEX LIVING | September 2018

that Reg developed an interest in birds.

“Back then I used to find all sorts of birds’ nests – snipe, lapwing, redshank.”

Reg explains. “Nowadays you just don’t see them. It was through these discoveries that I first became interested in bird ringing.” In 1968 Reg applied for a bird ringing permit and, fifty years on, he has caught, ringed, released and monitored thousands of birds of every species. As well as this, he became a member of the teaching faculty at an agricultural college, after taking a Cert Ed at university. As well as his daytime teaching duties he also gave evening classes to adults on Wildlife of Sussex.

He finally retired from formal teaching in 1999 when he reached sixty-five, but continues to give talks and lead walks - particularly to show parties of schoolchildren where their food really comes from.

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licence – as ringing is strictly controlled,” says Reg. “We then attach a ring with a unique serial number and the address of the British Museum to the bird’s leg, having made a note of the date and location. The rings come in several different sizes. Surprisingly perhaps, some nestlings need larger ones than their parents - as they have fatter legs.”

Reg has ringed over fifty different species of bird in his garden in Streat.

The rarest include grasshopper warblers, pied flycatchers and one attachment of a small metal or plastic black redstart – which is rare in tag to the leg or wing of a wild bird England but the equivalent of a to enable individual identification. robin in certain parts of mainland This helps in keeping track of the Europe. “The trickiest to deal with are bird’s movements - as well as its life sparrowhawks, which have fearsome history. During capture for ringing, it talons, and great spotted woodpeckers, is common to take which scream and measurements and holler and hammer examine conditions Owl numbers tell you a lot your fingers with of feather moult, their beaks. I’ve about wildlife in general subcutaneous fat, ringed every kind age indications and of warbler and all gender. The subsequent recapture sizes of bird from the smallest goldcrest or recovery of the bird can provide to the largest sparrowhawk. They are information on migration, longevity, attracted to the maize crops close by mortality, population, territoriality, my garden.” feeding behaviour and other Owls are also regular visitors. Reg ornithological data. has ringed barn owls, tawny owls and “We catch the birds in mist nets, little owls. “Owl numbers tell you a which can only be bought with a lot about wildlife in general. We had

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four chicks last year, none in 2016 and twenty-two in 2015. It all depends on the local vole population, which is their food of choice. Since the introduction of field margins, the quantity of voles

has increased - which in turn results in more barn owls.” Generally, the owls make use of the triangular nest boxes a couple of fields away from Reg’s garden, but he recalls finding a nest full of young barn owls in a tunnel inside a stack of hay bales - which provided a perfect habitat. If the chicks survive their first winter they can live for ten to twelve years. Once they have left the nest in the autumn, they need to find a safe territory to roost with a plentiful food supply and not too much competition from other owls. “One of the young owls I ringed turned up in Sevenoaks, over forty miles away,” recalls Reg. “Generally, owls don’t travel more than ten to fifteen miles.

I once ringed a swallow that was found between Switzerland and Italy – which made it the first one properly authenticated, as I saw it in the nest as an egg.”

Reg now works with one of his sons, who is also a dairy farmer. Together they ring about three thousand birds each year – though Reg is currently nursing an arthritic finger which is keeping him on the sidelines at present. “I’ve no regrets about any part of my life,” says Reg. “I’ve always loved animals and birds, and have enjoyed passing on my knowledge and enthusiasm to others.” l

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ith an impressive 40% of new clients coming from personal recommendation, the introduction of dispute resolution services and newlyexpanded offices, family law firm Tisshaws has much to feel proud about.

Recognising the emotional heartache and financial hardship that family breakdown involves, Tisshaws are delighted to be launching a number of new dispute resolution services.

These services include mediation and collaborative practise, both designed to help couples achieve a fair outcome as quickly and costeffectively as possible without going through the courts.

“Family law is evolving with a number of new dispute resolution services,” explains Senior Associate Solicitor, Verity Eunson-Hickey.

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services is to give couples more choice in how issues are resolved, in the hope that by working together they can build a positive platform for moving forward.”

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BREAKFAST BAR A fallen silver birch tree trunk, found in the forest, now serves as a support for Di and Harvey’s breakfast bar. The bar surface is made from a piece of padouk. Di bought the two Louis XVI chairs at one of France’s best known fairs

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Di Overton and Harvey Roll were living in Newcastle when they first came across their Northumberland cottage, and although having a weekend retreat was his dream rather than hers, Di was keen to be involved too.

“As we pulled up outside,” she remembers, “I said, “This is tiny! Shall we even bother looking?” But the owner was standing waiting; we couldn’t just turn around. So we went in, climbed upstairs, saw the bedroom and the views, looked at each other, and that was it. We both said, “Yes!”.’

Reinvention is what Di does best.

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time as a knitwear designer, ad agency partner, and founder of a shopping website. Unsurprisingly, the couple’s cottage, too, has been imaginatively re-worked for each stage of their ownership, from its early days as the family’s weekend bolthole to, and most significantly, its latest phase as their full-time home.

When they bought it, the cottage had been a holiday let, fully booked and popular, given its attractive location tucked into a hillside with country views, yet lacking in character. “The fireplace had a fantastic electric fire in it – it looked medieval – and the bathroom was avocado and only had a shower,” says Di.

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We look out of the two windows at the front and every day the view is different, it’s like having two ever changing oil paintings on your wall

FUN DETAILS Bertha the mannequin has been with Di since her days as a knitwear designer in the 1980s. Di’s son, Gary gave her the easel and the picture frame was a bargain buy at a French brocante fair

MAIN BEDROOM Vintage lace, bought in the South of France, covers the bed in Di and Harvey’s bedroom. The cushions were a lucky discovery, left for a passer-by to find on a street in the Bois de Boulogne

Their first task was to make the small space a cosy escape for themselves and their now grown-up children. Over time they improved the interior with a new kitchen, bathroom, and full redecoration. It was only in 2006, when they decided to sell their large townhouse and move to Northumberland, that they decided to extend.

With the help of a planner friend, they drew up a design to almost double their original floorspace, creating a large open plan kitchen and living area, and above it, moving the bathroom from the back of the original cottage, to the side, and adding a large master bedroom.

“Our friend told us to apply for 18ft and expect to receive 14ft,” says Di. ‘He told us they always knocked four feet off. But this time they didn’t.”

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Before the builders could get to work an archaeologist had to visit the site. “On the first dig they unearthed the floor of a byre next to it,” says Di, which comes from the Old English word for cow shed. “It must have been taken down and used to build the dry stone wall around the cottage. We only found one builder who would actually use those stones to rebuild, but that was important to us. The rest kept saying they’d get new stone, and we knew that would have looked like an extension.

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Di used a leaf stencil with flexible filler for the relief design on the wall

a nightmare,” Di admits. “Most of our stuff had to go into storage and it was like living in a stone caravan.”

Once complete, however, and with the luxury of space, they were free to section off a generous kitchen-dining area, leaving plenty of room for a sitting room and study space for each of them.

“It is one of the biggest rooms in the valley, but then,” Harvey jokes, “most people have more than one room.”

Upstairs, the changes have been equally significant. “What has been done is really clever,” says Di. “I kept thinking we would hit our heads on a low ceiling, but the plans managed to create a passageway in the middle where there is enough head height for us, and make room for a laundry too.”

Where possible, they have used salvaged materials. Stained glass from

a Parisian apartment building stairwell has been built into the bathroom wall; kitchen cabinets made for a photo shoot have been re-fitted and painted. “I am not an eco warrior by any stretch of the imagination,” says Di, “but I do hate to see things being thrown away.”

Aged and worn items work well with the cottage’s relaxed interior style. “I looked for reclaimed flooring,” says Di, “but it was a ludicrous price for boards so thick that they would reduce the head height here, so we just put normal floorboards in and bashed them with chains. When the builders were working here, I was saying, ‘scrape things over them…’ They couldn’t believe it.”

Work continued as they added a new chimney ready for a woodburner, and addressed the serious issue of damp.

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DINING TABLE Di painted the heavy oak dining table and chairs Harvey inherited from his parents

We saw the bedroom and the views, looked at each other, and that was it, we both said yes!

BOWL Di and Harvey inherited the bowl from his mother. The wine-tasting cup at the centre came from France

Despite its stout walls, the cottage was scarcely weatherproof. “It’s the first stop between Newfoundland and here, so the weather hits us with force,” Di points out. “The cottage is so old that it was built without any gap in the wall, and there seemed to be so many pathways for water to enter. We were getting torrents coming through.”

Dealing with the damp is a long term prospect. “I asked them to rough render the wall,” she says. “Any water trapped in the walls will eventually come out and calcify, and I can just paint over it. It will take years to dry out completely.”

The biggest challenge has been to introduce more light. Di is philosophical: “It’s a cottage and cottages are dark. You can’t get round it: you have got low ceilings and 30 SUSSEX LIVING | September 2018

windows that are set back into really thick walls.”

Painting the walls in a subtle cream and window returns in bright white both help, but Di clearly found some of their darker furniture difficult to place, including the carved oak dining table left to them by Harvey’s parents. She admits she hesitated, then, “One day I said to Harvey, ‘Would you mind if I painted your heirloom?’ and he said: ‘No’. It took me two weeks to get the bottle up to do it. I used to look at that end of the room and always think: ‘Oh no, it’s so dark!’ Then finally I painted it.”

Gradually, she says, she has learned to trust her instincts. “At first we had our bed in the middle of the bedroom, and I kept saying, “I want it in the

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DAYBED A French cot, a gift from a friend, makes a pretty day bed, piled high with cushions. Di made the lampshade from a Victorian petticoat and vintage lace

Di bought the plaster grapes and peppers in the South of France

corner to create more space.” Everybody said it wouldn’t work, but one day we did it, and it does. It works really well.”

Vintage fabrics, off beat finds from French brocantes and favourite antiques all come into the decorating mix. The wit and flair Di brings to her design is evident in quirky details, from the silver birch supporting the breakfast bar to bookshelves made from a chest of drawers.

Elegant as the interior is, it is the surrounding countryside Di and Harvey love best. “We look out of the two windows at the front and every day the view is different,” says Di. “It’s like having two ever changing oil paintings on your wall. The colours change with the seasons, and the landscape is not rugged here, it’s pretty.

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from pale to deep yellow. Mutations occur whereby plants produce blooms with flecks or spots of another colour, known as ‘sporting’.

The first blooms to appear in England in 1739 were a single white and a single red. Initially, due to rarity and cost, the plants were sold to rich estate owners and not sold commercially until the mid-19th century. With increased tea imports from China in the late 18th century opportunities arose to bring back more varieties of camellias.

Around this time the Royal College of Physicians debated whether tea would agree with English bodies.

The first blooms to appear in England in 1739 were a single white and a single red

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amellias have been referred to as the Queen of winter flowers. The Swede Linnaeus, who was the first person to classify plants, named camellias after the botanist Kamel in 1735.

Camellias grow wild in China, Japan and South Korea, and were cultivated from about 5,000 years ago as tea plants. Varieties of C sinensis are grown commercially as the ‘tea plant’ 42 SUSSEX LIVING | September 2018

using the young shoots; each variety having its own flavour. Tea is known in China and Japan as ch’a, a sound familiar to readers. A tea plantation has been flourishing in Cornwall since 2005 and several UK nurseries sell the plants.

The ornamental varieties are popular as winter and spring flowering shrubs with glossy green leaves which set off the flowers. The blooms range in colour from white through to red and

The Japanese and Chinese used camellias for decoration thus encouraging cross breeding and the development of cultivars which were then exported. There are medicinal uses based on camellia leaf extracts and camellia oil has been used as a hair dressing. This oil can also be used to lubricate and protect woodcraft tools without affecting the wood permanently.

In England, camellias were initially regarded as exotics to be housed in heated greenhouses but were then found to survive outdoors. In the mid-19th century European nurseries hybridised camellias, based on C japonica whose form and flowers appealed to growers and gardeners at that time thus the cultivation of camellias became widespread. These cultivars give a wide range of bush dimensions, flower size, shape and colour. They are now grown all over the world and currently there are over 260 species and over 20,000 ornamental varieties.

They grow best in a woodland setting, need acid to neutral soil and, being shallow rooted, do better in permanently damp soil. Most camellias are fully hardy, but the flowers are susceptible to frost so that a sheltered position is preferable for a good display.

Minimal pruning is needed, other than to shape and restrict the bush to the garden size, and should be carried out immediately after flowering. Autumn is a good time to plant shrubs when warmth and rain help them to settle in.

Japonicas are the commonest type with flower size from 30-150mm. They bloom from late winter to May in shades from white to rich red.

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Recticulatas became more easily available in the second half of the 20th century. The blooms are often 150170mm in diameter appearing in late winter onwards, and are mainly pink to red in colour. The leaves fall as the new growth develops leading to a rather bare look for a while.

There are six main flower shapes – single, semi-double, anemone, the informal peony and the more formal double. More recently tastes moved away from the larger flowering japonicas leading to the development of other types. The aim with hybridising is to select the most desirable features of the genus. Free flowering, tolerance of alkaline soil and hardiness are important for British gardeners. The Williamsii hybrids have many of these preferred characteristics especially as the dead flowers neatly drop off, throughout their long flowering season, which starts in October. They usually flower from an early age. The few scented hybrids are less tolerant of cold.

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These newer varieties are likely to be more suitable for the presentday garden size and are well worth researching. Across the Channel the climate in Brittany favours camellias, known locally as the ‘Brittany weed’.

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Like a bad haircut, they’ll eventually ‘grow out of it’ but when it comes to conifers, put those secateurs down! Most conifers do not take kindly to pruning. They don’t usually regenerate from old wood so choose the site for new plantings carefully, or be prepared to remove a plant if it outgrows its allotted space.

Conifers come in every colour, size and shape; adding much to the garden but asking for little in return. Keep them well irrigated in their first year, give them a feed every spring and they’ll probably last for donkey’s years.

Don’t be fooled by plant labels that read dwarf conifer. Few conifers are ‘dwarf’ in habit - it’s more accurate to say that some are very slow-growing indeed and take a long time to reach full size.

Many Juniper varieties are ideal for rockeries or gravel gardens. Juniperus procumbens ‘Nana’ is a perfect evergreen ground cover plant that reaches the dizzying height of 30 cms.

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The wood from the Incense Cedar tree is used to make pencils - that’s why they have that distinctive aroma when you sharpen them

approximately 3 cms per year and will eventually makes a neat and slender shrub 60-90 cms high.

Calocedrus decurrens, the ‘Incense Cedar’ is a huge forest tree. The wood is used to make pencils - that’s why they have that distinctive aroma when you sharpen them. There are several garden-suitable varieties of Calocedrus,

including ‘Berrima Gold’, whose bright golden foliage takes on additional fiery orange hues during the winter.

Berrima Gold will eventually reach 3 metres in height, but takes 20 years or more to do so; a good example of ‘slow’, not ‘dwarf’.

The mature bark often becomes golden in colour too, making it a real show-stopper for a winter border.

Pinus mugo used to be called ‘The Mountain Pine’. Nowadays it should probably be re-named ‘The Car Park Pine’, such is its prevalence in dreary urban landscaping. It has stiff bottlebrushtype branches, grows 2-3 metres tall and, along with the seemingly indestructible yew, is one of the few conifers you can successfully prune. It is unbelievably tough; copes with boiling sunshine, snow, rubbishy soil, road salt and survives where nothing else will. It should be better appreciated.

The fabulously architectural Korean fir, (Abies koreana) eventually attains 10 metres, but takes ages getting there, so don’t rule it out. It bears upright cones in astonishing shades of inky purple and violet. Abies ‘Silberlocke’ is even slower and may be content to reach 2 metres in height.

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MEET THE WOODLANDERS If you go down to the woods today… you’ll meet The Woodlanders!

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n the quiet village of Small Dole, West Sussex, there is a hidden gem. Behind the playing field lies the Tottington Wood Local Nature Reserve. This is a 13 acre (5.26 h) ancient seminatural woodland, which is part of a larger wooded area.

For the past 26 years the wood has been managed by Tottington Woodlanders, a local voluntary organization, who are generally referred to simply as ‘The Woodlanders’.

The wood consists of mostly hazel coppice with oak and ash standard trees.

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The practice of coppicing is very old and a bit like pruning on a giant scale.

The tree is cut back to ground level, from where it sprouts with new growth.

This process of cutting and regrowth is repeated in a cyclical pattern. If a hazel tree is allowed to grow naturally it will live for about 80 years, however, a coppiced hazel can live for many centuries.

Coppiced woodland is a very important habitat.

A number of species are highly developed to live in a coppiced environment.

Plants such as bluebells, wood anemones and primroses are indicative of coppiced woodland, and birds like nightingales and chiffchaff favour coppice.

To maintain this environment The Woodlanders cut coppice every winter, from the autumn clock change to the corresponding clock change in the spring. Initially an outside instructor taught

the volunteers how to cut coppice, but then explained that the resulting cut trees should be burnt. This seemed a sorry waste, and the group tried to come up with alternative ways of using the timber.

Consideration was given to traditional uses for coppiced hazel, such as collecting it for bean poles, pea sticks and garden stakes. This was a good start, but further ways of using the wood were considered. Traditionally

Plants such as bluebells, wood anemones and primroses are indicative of coppiced woodland

much of the product would have been converted to serviceable items using green woodworking crafts. A few of the volunteers decided to learn the rudiments of green woodworking and built devices such as pole lathes (leg powered lathe) and shave horses (a clamping device).

This enabled a wide range of articles to be crafted, from wooden spoons to small garden hurdles.

After branching into green woodwork, the next natural step was to find venues to demonstrate these skills and to raise funds. Firstly, this was the Small Dole Summer Show, but soon other villages requested the presence of The Woodlanders at their events. Now, they usually attend 4-5 shows a year. The income from the sales allows The Woodlanders to be selfsufficient financially. They do not need to apply for countryside grants, allowing the money to go to other environmental groups who are not able to generate an income. l If you would like to volunteer or need any more information about Tottington Woodlanders they can be contacted via their website tottingtonwoodlanders.org.uk, or their Facebook page ‘Friends of Tottington Wood’.

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Amongst the full programme of events there will be an amazing art trail including open studios and an exhibition in the Primary

Academy, a craft show, an extraordinary cake display being filmed by Channel 4 for their Extreme Cake Makers programme. Come and watch live art on cellograff in the High Street, some meaningful drama productions addressing memory and culinary delights respectively as well as a unique display of magnificent interactive structures on the Common for families to explore.

The vibrant pink Literary Tent hosts a programme for young and old – come and meet and listen to the published authors and be inspired to start writing; there will be a Strictly Lindfield Tea Dance with ballroom and Latin workshops to give you confidence.

The two ‘must go to’ performances at the King Edward Hall on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Rockaoke is a band not be missed, giving you the chance to sing and dance along, and be the rock star you always dreamed of; whilst FoxiVox! will lift your spirits as you relax and enjoy their jazz interpretations. Book now to avoid disappointment.

Visit the Lindfield Arts Festival information point on the High Street for last minute festival details and to collect your scarecrow trail marking sheet; you will also be able to buy raffle tickets and enter the Porsche spectacular silent auction. A walking tour of the village will allow you to check out the different art studios, The Common events and the varied activities in the King Edward Hall and Tamasha courtyard whilst returning to the High Street you can enjoy the buzz of the live performances on the main stage, the classic cars and the brilliant community orchard display by most of Lindfield’s local associations and clubs in the United Reform church.

If experimenting with creative art, learning the didgeridoo, improving your photography techniques, understanding the mysteries of the violin, perfecting your circus skills, indulging you spray painting techniques, learning to sing like an opera diva, understanding cyanotype printing and discovering how to be a drama queen are among your interests, then you are in for a treat. Or watch a demonstration on theatrical make up whilst enjoying a cup of tea in the URC lounge café. There are many workshops for you and your family to join, many of which are free of charge.

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We help children and parents / carers to resolve problems, develop confidence and resilience, and improve relationships.

We work closely with schools to support children to stay in mainstream education and do well.

FSW also provides food parcels, clothing, household goods and help with winter fuel bills where necessary.

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Heber Opera

Heber Opera opens the musical events at this year’s Hurst Festival following sell out performances at Hurstpierpoint of Pearl Fishers, Faust and Rigoletto. Heber Opera, with its unique approach to performing opera in the round and in English, has been associated with Hurstpierpoint for over 20 years and is delighted to return once more.

The Hurst Festival opening concert ‘Spirit of Opera’ present highlights of the operatic repertoire in a concert setting featuring arias, ensembles and choruses from a wide range of operas such as ‘The Pearl Fishers’, ‘Carmen’, ‘Aida’, ‘Nabucco’, ‘Cavalleria Rusticana’ and ‘Falstaff’, with many of our regular soloists taking part.

‘Spirit of Opera’ will be performed in Holy Trinity Church, Hurstpierpoint, on Saturday 15th September at 8pm.

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If you love singing great musical works or have always wanted to, then Burgess Hill Choral Society could be for you. Singing with us offers an unparalleled opportunity to work with inspiring musical director Michael Stefan Wood BEM and a choir of over eighty members which is continually developing its tradition of excellence.

We perform two concerts a year with professional singers and orchestra, at Christmas and in the Spring. Our next concert includes Karl Jenkins’ ‘The Armed Man’, chosen to celebrate the coming of peace at the end of the 1914-18 war, and extracts from ‘When Icicles Hang’ by John Rutter.

We are a friendly, non-auditioned choir and welcome singers with experience as well as people who have not had any formal musical training. Rehearsals, held on Monday evenings from 7.45pm to 10pm, start on Monday 17th September at the United Reformed Church Hall, Junction Road, Burgess Hill RH15 0JS. Visit www.burgesshillchoralsociety.org.uk for information about the Society and how to join, see our Facebook page, or phone us on 07522 493966.

Free social sessions for Local Veterans

Thanks to a grant from The Aged Veterans Fund, funded by The Chancellor using

LIBOR Funds, local charity Care for Veterans will be able to open its doors to local aged veterans, to provide free of charge social and recreational facilities from its facility at Boundary Road, Worthing.

The Social and Recreation department at Care for Veterans provides a light, bright and fun area for people to come and enjoy arts and crafts (painting, weaving, mosaics, clay modelling etc) and games such as cards, bingo, quizzes, jigsaws and dominoes. There will also be time for drinking tea, having a chat and just enjoying the company of other veterans from the local community.

Care for Veterans’ Head of Fundraising and Marketing, Elizabeth Baxter, said, “We are absolutely delighted that local aged veterans will be able to come and experience our excellent social and recreation facilities. The grant we have received will fund this opportunity for 20 weeks, so non-residents can experience our top-quality recreational facilities and be able to meet and have fun with other veterans in the community, in a home from home environment.”

The sessions will be from 9am until 12 noon on Saturday mornings from 1st September 2018, will be free of charge and available to anyone aged 65 years or over who has served in the Armed Forces.

Attendees must book in advance and will be accepted on a first come, first

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served basis. These sessions are for anyone who is feeling lonely or just wants to get out of the house to a new environment and meet like-minded people, have a chat, have some fun or be creative.

Call Care for Veterans on 01903 218444.

ForgetMeNot Walk & Run

On 7th October 2018 the 8th annual Angus Rowland ForgetMeNot Walk & Run will be held in Staplefield. We normally have between 250-300 joining in, and some runners too.

The walk is open to all with a choice of routes, a 6.5 mile or a 1 mile walk.

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start at 9am for walkers and 10am for runners. A suggested donation of £10 per adult and £5 per child under 14 is welcome.

Refreshments will be available in the village hall, so just come along for a cuppa!

Elizabeth, Angus’ mother, says, “Since losing our 14 year old son Angus in 2011 we have set up the Angus Rowland ForgetMeNot Fund to raise money for Bloodwise. We are thrilled that our fundraising has passed £185 000.”

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H O S P I C E

Can you help Dorrie from Hassocks Friends and Neighbours? They are rehearsing for their Crohn’s Disease Research shows and need a stand-by piano player, ideally able to play by ear.

Over to you Dorrie…

“With a Christmas concert planned for this year and four shows booked for 2019 I need help at the piano! I have a chronic back problem which reared its ugly head a week before our June show and caused me to abandon an important rehearsal just before the show. Thank goodness it was not a ‘show evening’ – unthinkable!

Is there anyone out there willing to stand by just in case that should happen again? It would suit a retired person who enjoys their music – ideally able to play by ear but I can write the music if needed.

Unfortunately, this is not a paid position as all our shows are in aid of charity. Our music is variable – songs from the shows, oldies etc. It would not be necessary to attend all regular rehearsals, just now and again to familiarise yourself with the programme and then to be available if I should be unable to play on the night/ afternoon.

Please ring me on 01273 845291 if you might be able to help so that we can meet and chat about it. Please help us continue the Friends and Neighbours shows! Thank you.”

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BEAUTY & FASHION in these recent years. Bundle up in a bright faux fur jacket to make a statement or indulge in the animal print trend. Word on the street is dare to pair – go top to toe animal print!

Faux fur collars and cuffs also look great on most outerwear and bring an element of snow queen glamour to your look.

It’s time to talk coats.

Sara Whatley takes a look at some of the key trends coming your way this autumn and winter

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t may be hard to imagine wrapping yourself up in a coat what with all this glorious sunshine, but guess what?

Autumn is just around the corner.

Get ahead of the game and sort your winter coat out now; you’ll be thankful when faced with a suddenly chilly morning or a late evening stroll when a pully doesn’t quite cut it.

Think carefully before investing in a new coat – it’s an integral part of your autumn/winter wardrobe and one that will be worn day in, day out, so make sure you are 100% happy with it.

There are a few key trends to look out for this year, including some old favourite classics and some exciting new looks: DRESSING GOWN COATS Like you never left your bed, snuggle into a deep collar and belt up. These super cosy coats will keep you toasty warm inside and out, just don’t forget to take your slippers off.

LONG WOOLLEN COATS A bit like the grown-up version of the dressing gown coat but can be worn fitted – giving you a long elegant silhouette – or oversized – guaranteed to fit over bulky jumpers. Patterns adorn this style of coat, from tartan and windowpane checks to houndstooth plaid and gingham or if you fancy something a little simpler try one of the many single colour options in trend. Just make sure it’s bright – pink was a big look on many of the runways!

FAUX FUR AND ANIMAL PRINT COATS The faux fur trend has catapulted into popularity

SKI JACKETS Heading down from the slopes, ski jackets have made their way to street style. A more relaxed style of coat which embraces the sportswear trend, you can still dress them up with a fur collar and a feminine pretty pastel colour. Best paired over casual separates like jeans, joggers and hoodies.

SHEARLING COATS The shearling coat has been embraced by designers this season with both faux or real shearling readily available.

Something that makes this coat so special is that you can wear it in so many different ways, for example: • Full length in a knee grazing cocoon • Cosy lining in an aviator jacket • Shearling trim • Classic biker VINYL COATS The fabric, once the preserve of flooring, has taken a leap into the fashion world. A big hit in 2017, vinyl coats are back again this season to add a daring edge to your wardrobe. Go all out with a trench or take a baby step with a short vinyl jacket.

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PROFILES Profiles Health and Beauty salon has been pampering clients in the heart of Hassocks for over three decades. Sasha Kanal paid them a visit to find out about their latest exciting developments

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rofiles Health and Beauty salon has long been meeting the beauty needs of women in Hassocks and from all over Sussex. In fact, Profiles has been a firm fixture in the village for 30 years now.

Current owner Ruth Corke bought the business in 2002 having been a beauty therapist in the salon for three years beforehand. “Running my own business had always been a goal of mine, so I jumped at the chance to buy Profiles, and since 2002 it’s really gone from strength to strength,” says Ruth. So much so that in April of this year Profiles extended their premises to the floor above with the aim of offering more appointments and services to their loyal customer base and new clients. “Before we expanded, we had huge waiting lists for our treatments.

Now with further space and an expanding team, we can offer our clients slots when they need them, sometimes even the next day, which was previously unheard of!” laughs Ruth.

The upstairs space is light, airy and luxe and there’s a whole room now dedicated to manicures and pedicures, as well as an area for spray tanning.

It’s a chic home from home and the perfect space to relax and get pampered

time and money in training their staff. Ruth explains, “There’s an extensive training programme for all the team. I always expect our therapists to be learning and developing their knowledge and treatment skills. Our team of therapists are the business’s key assets, they are a fun, friendly team adding a family feel to the salon.

Everyone is welcome to enjoy and experience a Profiles treatment, no matter how often they come!”

Profiles success is set to continue with the newly opened Profiles Studio also upstairs at the salon. A bright and spacious dance and fitness area offering a range of classes including yoga,

There are five stations for manicures and pedicures, so it’s a perfect spot for friends who wish to have their treatments done together as well as special occasions and hen dos. With complimentary tea, coffee and home-made cake every day, it’s a chic home from home and the perfect space to relax and get pampered. The more senior clientele in the community are also well catered for, with a manicure table downstairs for those who would find it hard to climb the stairs.

As well as manicures and pedicures, Profiles offers the highly regarded Guinot facials and recently won the Guinot Crown Salon of Excellence Award for Sussex, something Ruth is hugely proud of. Profiles is also a well-established Clarins Gold award salon offering an outstanding range of products and treatments from the UK’s number one luxury skincare brand. It’s clear to see that Profiles invests a lot of

Pilates, box2fit and tap dancing with professional outside instructors, the space is also available for hire.

“I’m so excited about bringing all this to Hassocks and my Sussex clients!” says Ruth. “There will also be two new exciting Clarins Wellness treatments coming this autumn as well as some exclusive product launches.” l Profiles 16 Keymer Road, Hassocks, West Sussex BN6 8AN 01273 846348 profileshassocks@gmail.com www.profileshealthandbeauty.co.uk instagram @ProfilesBeauty Facebook @ProfilesHealthandBeauty September 2018 | SUSSEX LIVING 61

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Thought trampolining was just a lively leap? Well think again, Sasha Kanal explains the science behind the bounce

MORE OUNCE FOR YOUR BOUNCE So, what’s so special about rebounding and how you can practice the activity in the safest way possible?

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FEEL THE FORCE! Trampolining is a low impact activity compared to jogging or other aerobic activities that use a hard surface. The impact from the bounce is naturally absorbed by the trampoline, in turn reducing the risk of injury to your muscles and joints. When you jump in the air on a trampoline, you experience

According to data collected

by NASA, rebounding exercise or trampolining is 68% more efficient than jogging a momentary state of weightlessness at the top of the jump. Yet, when you reach the bottom of your jump and land, your body will experience as much as 4Gs of gravitational force, twice the force of gravity! It’s this shift in gravity that is super beneficial to

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lymphatic system is a key part of the immune system as lymph contains a high number of the white blood cells responsible for fighting infections in the body. Trampolining causes the valves in the lymphatic system to open and close which can increase lymphatic flow and therefore white blood cells up to 15 times - now that’s a boost!

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CELLULITE FREE The fact that trampolining works every cell in your body means a unique calorie burning opportunity is created. But there’s more. Anecdotal research has shown that it activates the thyroid gland in a particular way. Because more blood is pumped through the thyroid, it stimulates the gland to clean itself and our system of stored fat, in this case potentially the stubborn fat associated with lifestyle factors such as cellulite.

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PLAY IT SAFE If you really want to minimise risk, it’s probably better not to use the garden trampoline, but rather buy yourself a small rebounder or mini trampoline (available at any good sports shop).

Here the emphasis is not on jumping as high as possible, but to make smaller movements with the lower body and all whilst maximising upon the fact that you are working against gravity. l

CAUTION: If you have any long-standing health concerns, always consult your GP if you’re starting a new exercise.

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e’ve all been there, bouncing on the garden trampoline with our children, grandchildren or family members, or simply watching the spectacle from afar. The sound of laughter piercing the air and a feeling of weightlessness and being ever so slightly out of control once you land! Trampolines dot many a back garden in Sussex and are synonymous with childhood and fun.

But if you think bouncing is purely the reserve of youngsters or a quick 2-minute go on a summer evening with little ones, then think again!

According to data collected by NASA, rebounding exercise or trampolining is 68% more efficient than jogging when it comes to burning calories and supporting a healthy metabolism, not to mention the whole host of other benefits it brings.

every muscle and cell in our body as it helps kick start the lymphatic system.

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With a busy High Street and a large variety of clubs and societies, plus some excellent walking opportunities, Ruth Lawrence pays an enjoyable visit to Partridge Green

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artridge Green sits in the midst of low lying countryside within walking distance of the slow winding River Adur which can be reached via the Downs Link, a dismantled railway turned National Trail.

The village was once a thriving apple growing hub which supplied the markets of Sussex and London by the trains which began running in 1861 on what was the Cranleigh line. The line lasted for a century and although it served the local communities and industries, it was not profitable and all but a small section was closed in 1966.

What was inconvenient for residents turned out to be transformative for walkers; the 37 mile abandoned track was repurposed as a bridleway linking

the North Downs Way at St Martha’s Hill, Surrey with the South Downs Way near Steyning. The walk can easily be completed in a weekend and makes a good introduction to long distance walking as it is easily accessed team who take part in friendly matches and waymarked throughout. It also and regular tournaments. The tennis proved invaluable for wildlife, forming club has three hard tarmac tennis a long ‘green corridor’ between courts on the King George V Playing contrasting habitats of the Weald and Fields and the PG Tuesday Bike Club Downs and the floodplain of the River which has a Facebook page for weekly Adur. information is suitable for adult cyclists There is plenty to do in Partridge of all abilities. The WI meets every Green besides walking; green fingered third Thursday of the month in the residents can share knowledge at the village hall at 7 30pm and welcomes Horticultural Society which offers new members to join. regular talks and demonstrations to The origins of Partridge Green’s promote home grown produce, wildlife unusual name stem from a family gardening and called Partrych garden design. who were Beginners are registered in Partridge Green’s unusual made to feel the area in 1332 name stems from a family particularly and that name called Partrych who were welcome at this derives from the friendly club and registered in the area in 1332 medieval word ‘petriche’ which non members means ‘a snarer can attend evening events and shows. There of partridges’. The original settlement are allotments in the village via the was named Jolesfield and it was only in Jolesfield Allotment Association and 1861 that the village began to develop the Horticultural Society promotes with the arrival of the Horsham to a yearly open garden scheme in aid Shoreham railway line. Today the of various charities. Partridge Green High Street offers a variety of shops, Line Dancing meets at the village hall businesses and eateries which make this on Wednesday evenings and female compact, beautifully situated village netball enthusiasts can join the local easy to navigate and enjoy. l

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ADVERTISING FEATURE

Hawthorn Veterinary Surgeries, a local practice which goes the extra mile With a new home visit service, two veterinary surgeons with a specific interest in exotic pets and an impressive array of the latest, modern equipment; Hawthorn Veterinary Surgeries offers a lot more than meets the eye However, behind the scenes, the principle reason for the practice’s existence is more evident than ever.

That is, providing excellent veterinary care to the local community and their pets, which is achieved in a variety of ways. When Jonathan and Annelise Underwood took ownership

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ith surgeries in the Old Bakehouse in Partridge Green and an equally charming victorian cottage in Henfield, Hawthorn Veterinary Surgeries presents the image of a traditional village veterinary practice. To a certain extent this is true – many clients are so well known that they can be identified by the way in which they pull into the car park before they set foot in the practice! “I enjoy catching up with clients who have been coming here since before I started just as much as I do introducing new people to the practice,” acknowledges Sue Bradford who has been part of the reception team for over 20 years! As part of the local community, the experienced team of six veterinary surgeons, eight nurses and nine receptionists take pleasure in the practice’s involvement in local events.

There is a regular calendar of dog shows to judge, fundraisers to sponsor and schools to visit among other things.

Discount visits have proved particularly popular with clients who own anxious pets or who have difficulty in travelling themselves

of Hawthorn vets in April 2012, the practice already had a reputation as a caring and welcoming, family run business and this is something that they are proud to have maintained.

With many veterinary surgeries now owned by big, corporate companies it is nice that the practice has maintained its identity and local credentials. “We are very lucky to have such a great team at the practice. Everyone works well together and this is one of the reasons why we are able to offer such a welcoming environment for our clients and their pets,” commented head nurse Danielle who is also married to veterinary surgeon Fabian – family is

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definitely a theme at the practice!

As well as maintaining the core values of the practice, in the past six years there has also been considerable investment and development of the facilities and the services offered. The main surgery in Partridge Green has a new consulting room and dental suite which has increased capacity to reduce waiting times and made treatment of dental problems easier and effective.

A dedicated cat ward was created last year to provide feline patients with some peace and quiet from their canine counterparts! The branch in Henfield was upgraded in 2015 to include a new operating theatre, kennel block, dental suite and is fully airconditioned. In terms of equipment, new laboratory analysers enable the practice to produce accurate blood and urine results on the same day the samples are taken or submitted. This is especially valuable for pre-anaesthetic testing and for emergencies. A new state of the art digital X-ray system was acquired in 2017 and most recently, this year, the practice has upgraded to the latest veterinary ultrasound system.

Add to that the vast array of modern anaesthetic monitoring equipment, digital ECG machines and endoscopes and you’ll see that Hawthorn Veterinary Surgeries are equipped to deal with all eventualities.

Two areas where Hawthorn Veterinary Surgeries stands apart from many other practices are the services they offer to exotic pet owners and their discount home visit

service. Veterinary Surgeon Meggie Kenaghan joined the practice in March 2017 and she along with Annelise have a specific interest in exotic pets such as reptiles and birds. Clients come from all over Sussex to see them with their unusual pets! Amongst the specialist equipment for the treatment of exotics is a vivarium where reptiles can be hospitalised if necessary. “We are seeing more and more clients with exotic pets,” says Meggie, “we all enjoy the variety of species that we see and the challenges that these unusual pets can bring.”

Everyone works well together and this is one of the reasons why we are able to offer such a welcoming environment for our clients and their pets Hawthorn vets have always provided a home visit service, but last year this was expanded with the addition of a practice ambulance and the offer of discounted visits for only £30 within a 15 mile radius of the practice. Discount visits have proved particularly popular with clients who own anxious pets or who have difficulty in travelling themselves and vet Rebecca Furth has found herself providing the service to clients in a wide area around the practice.

“Discount visits are currently offered on Mondays and have to be booked by Friday afternoon the week before,” explains

Rebecca. “This allows us to plan the order of the visits and their route in advance. Clients can choose a morning or afternoon slot and we advise them on the day of an estimated time of arrival.”

Another very popular development has been the introduction of the ‘Practice Health Plan’. This scheme allows clients of the practice to pay monthly for vaccinations, flea treatments, worming and health checks – all at a reduced price. Members of the health plan also receive a blood and urine test annually, discounts on other products and services within the practice and FREE nurse clinics throughout the year. “Many clients really like the ability to spread the costs,” advises Jonathan. “It’s also reassuring for them to know that by being a member of the plan, their pet is receiving gold standard preventative health care.”

Overall it has been a pretty eventful six years in the history of Hawthorn Vets and an exciting period for both the staff and clients alike. We look forward to seeing what happens in the future! l Hawthorn Veterinary Surgeries High Street Partridge Green, West Sussex, RH13 8HU 01403 710332 reception@hawthornvets.co.uk Wantley Cottages, London Road, Henfield, West Sussex, BN5 9JP 01273 495227 reception@hawthornvets.co.uk www.hawthornvets.co.uk

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unice Harris practices the fascinating and highly unusual science of numerology. I met her at home in Lancing to find out how it can help guide people towards a better understanding of themselves and their lives.

Eunice was a volunteer at the Sussex Beacon charity for 20 years helping people with HIV related illnesses before investigating numerology as a way to engage with clients.

She also practices the AuraSoma technique and colour therapy as part of her healing work, and is a member of the Sussex Healers’ Association. Numerology is a scientific method and not fortune telling, which is a common misconception and it is thought to have originated from Pythagorus who believed that everything can be described in numerical terms.

The sort of clients Eunice attracts want advice on which business name may bring in the best vibrational energies or simply to know what significance the numbers that compose their own name hold. Relationships can be interpreted by numerical characteristics inherent in names and birthdays and the practice can be combined with astrological information to form a more in depth reading.

Each letter has a numerical vibration and from the name of a person Eunice can interpret your creative expression, negative

Many successful city and business people use numerology and consult the numbers characteristics and personal or business success. I was curious to know how this method might affect a married woman when she changes her surname and apparently when you marry, you can take on the vibrational energies of your husband’s name. Nicknames or family names can affect the relationship between you and the person who calls you by that name and it certainly gives pause for thought when you consider what lies behind your own name.

Many successful city and business people use numerology and consult the numbers in names before they launch new brands or products. One reason why numbers attract philosophical speculation is that they provide some order in a seemingly chaotic universe and although numbers obey rigid laws they also extend to infinity and have endless possibilities of combination with each other.

Qualifying as a numerologist ten years ago, Eunice received her diploma after a prolonged period of study. She found that numerology and astrology were sister sciences and each deepens the interpretations of the other.

Eunice prefers to take consultations by phone and clients receive a personal printed sheet with interpretations and advice to refer to.

The date of birth can reveal a person’s ‘soul expression’ sometimes popularly referred to as a ‘lucky number’ which does not fully express the depth that can be achieved during an interpretation. If you are curious about this ancient system or it feels like time for a change in your life, a numerological interpretation may offer helpful pointers to self awareness, business acumen or relationship resolution. Your numbers are waiting to be read. l Eunice Harris Preferred contact 01903 765287 Eunice.harris@gmail.com September 2018 | SUSSEX LIVING 69

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When student Will Kemp, who joined Sussex Living for work experience in 2014, first decided upon a gap year, little did he know that a trip to Nepal with International Citizen Service would bring such life changing experiences.

Sasha Kanal finds out more

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hen you think of the traditional student gap year, all sorts of options spring to mind.

Backpacking with friends in South East Asia, travelling around Australia or interrailing across Europe to name a few.

There are also numerous charitable options that young people can access to gain life and work experience in some of the worlds’ poorest communities.

This is what Will Kemp, 18, from Sussex did when he was looking to fill part of his gap year in 2017. Will chose to go with International Citizen Service (ICS) – a UK Government funded programme providing volunteering placements to 1825 year olds and team leader placements to 23-35 year olds.

“I always planned to do a gap year and trying to get on a placement with ICS felt like a great way of filling part of it in a meaningful way. I opted for ICS because of the gravitas associated with this organisation and the projects they undertake in developing countries,” says Will.

ICS is run by respected development organisations and funded by the UK Government’s Department for International Development. Their projects are carefully designed to help end poverty in a socially sustainable way.

So, in October 2017, Will spent 10 weeks in rural Nepal, staying with a Nepalese host family and fully immersing himself in their way of life. According to Will, this was one of

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the highlights of his trip with ICS. He explains, “Experiencing family life in the small village of Tiltar was amazing.

My host family were wonderful and couldn’t have been more welcoming towards me. They were literally the happiest people I’ve ever met. In terms of Western culture, they have very little in the way of material things, so their life as a close-knit loving family is everything.”

Part of Will’s project in Nepal was to teach in two local schools. “I taught lessons on culture, careers and

geography for 7-11 year olds and to 2015 earthquake, the country is still older kids of about 15,” says Will. “It recovering to a certain extent.” How was really interesting as many of the did Will find the language barrier? children said they wanted to be pilots “There were four ‘in-country’ Nepali when they grew up. They had a real volunteers in our group who would thirst to travel.” help to translate Much of the into English. Plus, My host family were literally the because I was so other work he happiest people I’ve ever met undertook was immersed in the infrastructure and culture, I picked agriculture-based with a particular up quite a bit of Nepalese by the end of focus on climate change. “We helped my trip,” says Will. to build poly-tunnels, plastic ponds, And what were the challenges vegetable gardens and even worked to being away from home and in an with the local blacksmith. After the

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entirely different culture for 10 weeks?

“Oh, there were lots!” laughs Will. “As a young person, having no WiFi and therefore little access to social media was a real challenge for me! But in the end, it was actually brilliant to detox from it all. Where I stayed was really remote and very rural and it took a while to acclimatise. Also eating the same meal of rice and beans each day with little variation took some getting used to. But this really makes you appreciate other people’s way of life compared to your own.”

Similarly, the highlights for Will were multifold. “I met so many great people. There were 12 of us in the team and I’ve made some lifelong friends out of it. When you’re forced out of your comfort zone with others, you tend to bond. A good example is our participation in a Buddhist and Hindi five day festival where we had to dance every night in the village as part of the festival offerings - there was no getting out of it! Plus, Nepal is a stunning country. We went on so many wonderful treks and I had plenty of time to self-reflect.”

Will also came face to face with his arachnophobia when a friend planted a giant spider on his shoulders. “Well I got over that phobia and fast!”

Aside from facing his fears,

Will also grew in confidence on his trip. “I used to be a relatively shy person,” he says, “but I’ve gained so much in terms of confidence and ability to meet new people and challenges.

The beauty of an ICS scheme is that’s it’s structured and you receive plenty of training and support.

Two out of the ten weeks you are given the role of Team Leader which means you have to organise everyone’s daily timetable and oversee your team. It

gives you invaluable insights to take back to your own life and career.”

Indeed because of ICS’ focus on climate change, Will’s experiences in Nepal fit perfectly with his career goals and he plans to study Natural Sciences at Leeds University in October.

“Applying to do ICS is one of the best decisions I ever made,” says Will.

“Plus, the way it is structured enables you to get on with the process of working hard and challenging yourself. The Government funds 90% of your trip and as a volunteer you fund 10% yourself – usually around £800.

Your visas, flights, travel and medical insurance, medication, vaccines, food and accommodation are all included.”

So, for anyone thinking of taking a gap year, consider ICS – it could be one of the best decisions you ever made. l For more information on ICS, go to www.volunteerics.org

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Bring your Bear!

Peter Denton from Action Medical Research explains how ‘Bring your Bear’ is a simple fun event that everyone can get involved in

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hildren at schools, nurseries, with childminders, or at Scouts and Brownies groups, across Mid Sussex are being urged to bring a bear for the day in support of Action Medical Research.

The UK-wide children’s charity, based in Horsham, wants youngsters to bring in their favourite cuddly toys in honour of its mascot, the lovable British institution that is a Paddington Bear™.

Bring your Bear is a fun and educational event that raises vital funds to help save and change the lives of sick and disabled babies and children.

The charity has a wealth of resources to help teachers and nursery leaders make the most of Bring your Bear day by telling everyone about the event and educating children about the work the charity does.

The Mayflower Playgroup in Haywards Heath has heeded the call to ‘Bring your Bear’ for several years.

Supervisor at the Playgroup, Caroline Nicholls says, “When we initially signed up it was because one of our children at the time had been born prematurely at 26 weeks. Since then we have continued to join in the fun each year. We always have a bear-illiant day!”

Sabrina Gant, the event’s administrator at Action Medical Research, says, “Bring your Bear is a really fun and simple event that everyone can take part in, and it’s a great way for children to show they care. It helps to teach them to help others by taking part and it potentially helps others by allowing us to fund even more life-changing research for some of the UK’s sickest babies and children.”

Everyone pays a pound or two to bring their teddy bear or closest cuddly companion to school or nursery with them for the day. Many Bring your Bear participants organise a whole day of fun activities, such as making a passport for their bear, holding a teddy bear’s picnic or reading stories about Paddington.

Register today and Action Medical Research will send out a free fundraising pack including Paddington Bear stickers, a poster and a guide to making the most out of your day. There

are also bear-related activity sheets and resources for teachers available to download including a presentation about the charity that can be used in class or assembly and a letter to parents.

Action has been funding medical breakthroughs since it began in 1952 Action has been funding medical breakthroughs since it began in 1952 including helping to introduce the first polio vaccines in the UK, developing the use of ultrasound in pregnancy and testing the rubella vaccine.

The charity is currently funding research into areas including premature birth, epilepsy, asthma, scarlet fever, cerebral palsy, brain cancer and some rare and distressing conditions.

If you work in a school, nursery or other children’s group then please get involved, or if you are a parent you could let your children’s school or nursery know about Bring your Bear. l

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To board or not to board is a big decision for any family to make. Although boarding environments can offer an excellent solution to the difficulties of juggling two demanding careers, working parents can still feel pressured to keep their children at home.

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The decision over boarding should be one that families make together, visiting as many schools as possible to ensure the choice is right.

The most important thing that boarding offers children is time. A parent’s decision to allow a son or daughter to spend so much time away can really only be justified by the fulfilment of their lives at school. Full boarding gives greater time in the evenings and weekends for pupils to be involved in a wide-range of interests with the aim of becoming more well-rounded characters.

Boarding gives teachers the time to develop deeper trust and partnership and boarders really make the most of their school day. Rather than being stuck in a car commuting to school they are out on the pitches and in the studios rehearsing, or attending evening lectures from visiting speakers or simply hanging out with friends in the boarding house. Such a boarding experience will ensure that pupils leave as confident, independent, personable, well-rounded, adaptable and caring young people who are equipped to make the most of their talents.

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OF SMART FOOD With a cocktail of peer pressure, hectic lifestyles and tempting advertising, it’s easy to fall back on convenience foods and takeaways. But with childhood obesity a serious concern, Lisa de Silva looks at how you can improve your children’s diet and instil healthy eating habits from an early age

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y June 2018, children in England had already consumed more than their recommended sugar intake for the whole year, eating around 13 sugar cubes each per day (Public Health England). The sugar is often hidden in processed and convenience foods, but it has little in the way of nutritional value and can lead to hyperactivity, tooth decay, mood disorders and anxiety.

This is because sugar spikes blood glucose levels causing extreme highs and lows in energy, so the trick is to reduce the sugar and increase the amount of protein and good fats in the diet to provide a less erratic source of energy.

Children with a healthy diet are happier, enjoy more stable levels of energy and have better concentration levels at school. Given this, West Sussex have recently embarked on a Sugar Reduction Programme managing to reduce the sugar content in primary school meals by over 40%. In fact, the amount of sugar removed from primary school meals is equivalent to three London double decker buses.

Keeping up this good work at home can be easier and much less time-consuming than you imagine and we’ve come up with a few healthy suggestions to inspire you.

WHAT CAN YOU DO TO PROMOTE A HEALTHY DIET? Try not to use unhealthy food and snacks as a reward or bribe Try to change your child’s perception of what is a treat e.g. juicy strawberries, creamy avocados or crunchy carrots instead of crisps, chocolate and cakes Be a role model yourself for healthy eating Sneak healthy vegetables into stews and sauces Encourage your children to help you shop, prepare and cook healthy savoury meals instead of baking cakes Make healthy snacks readily available e.g. fruit bowls in the kitchen or fresh crudities in the fridge Try to move towards cooking from scratch so you eat less packaged and processed meals – batch cooking and freezing can help make this a quick and easy option Limit simple and refined carbohydrates e.g. white bread, pizza dough, pasta, pastries, white rice and certain breakfast cereals Increase complex carbohydrates which are higher in nutrients and fibre and digested more slowly, helping to even out energy and mood e.g. multigrain wholemeal bread, high-fibre cereals, brown rice, beans, nuts, fruit and non-starchy vegetables Increase the amount of protein in meals and snacks to provide a more balanced form of energy e.g. lean meats, tuna, eggs, oats, cottage cheese, and Greek yoghurt Increase the amount of healthy fat in the diet, as fats keep us fuller for longer e.g. avocado, walnuts, olive oil, flaxseed, sardines, salmon and mackerel Avoid sugary drinks and encourage your children to drink water - or add a splash of fruit juice to water and make smoothies by blending milk with frozen fruits

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Again, the key to maintaining stable energy levels is to try to keep the food as free from added sugar and salt as possible and upping the protein content.

Ideas include: Wholemeal sandwiches/rolls/pittas/wraps filled with lean chicken, beef, hummus or tuna with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, grated carrots, chopped peppers and other salad vegetables Hard boiled eggs, vegetable crudities and hummus Falafel, hummus and salad Cooked wholemeal pasta mixed with tuna, sweetcorn and mayonnaise Frittata made with eggs, peppers, sweetcorn, mushrooms and peas Couscous mixed with roasted vegetables Protein bites (see opposite page) Fresh fruit and berries Yogurt with no added sugar Healthy flapjacks

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PROTEIN BITES These can be made with a huge range of ingredients according to taste, so this is just one variation.

SNACKS Snacks are often required at short notice.

Here are some ideas so you can be prepared:

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1 Stir all ingredients together in a bowl until evenly mixed.

2 Cover with cling-film and place in fridge for 30 minutes.

3 Roll small amounts of mixture in your hands to form around 10 bite size balls.

4 Store in fridge for when children need a high protein energy boost. Will keep up to three days.

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BOOK REVIEW

Elizabeth Kay offers Sussex Living readers her thoughts on recent reads that have caught her attention. She gives her views on a selection of books from different genres which may capture your interest

ELEANOR OLIPHANT IS COMPLETELY FINE

by Gail Honeyman

And so, obviously, she’s not fine at all. It becomes clear straight away that she has an OCD/Aspergers personality, so her days are rigidly structured and she has no friends. She doesn’t regard this as a problem – it’s the rest of the world that’s out of step. And then, after an incident involving the collapse of an elderly man, she starts to develop a rather prickly relationship with Raymond, who works in her office where she holds an administrative job well below her capabilities. Gradually, the reader begins

She is a very engaging character in her own oddball way to discover things about Eleanor’s past and her insane and dominating mother.

The one thing I’d like to have known was a bit more about the mother’s past, and how she became the multi-faceted and sadistic individual she was. There is a twist in the plot, which I guessed before the reveal, but not so much in advance that it spoilt anything. She is a very engaging character in her own oddball way, and I loved every minute of the book. One of those novels that you’re disappointed to finish – I felt it could have been a lot longer, as it’s original, well-written, and juggles comedy and tragedy with style.

DARK PLACES

by Gillian Flynn

THE BAD BUNNIES’ MAGIC SHOW

This novel was written before Gone Girl. It alternates between the present and 1985, when seven-year-old Libby’s family was massacred and she was instrumental in having her older brother convicted. Psychologically damaged by the event, Libby has drifted in an aimless way, living off donations from well-wishers and the proceeds of a book about the murder of her mother and two sisters. The money isn’t going to last forever, and as she looks for a way, to generate some

This is a pre-school book for little ones, with several clever devices for concealing pictures on the page such as a stage curtain that folds back to reveal Mr Abra and Mr Cadabra.

These are the two bad bunnies who put on a magic show in place of the real magician, who has unaccountably disappeared. The two bad bunnies have the sole intention of stealing all the jewellery worn by members of the audience by hypnotising them to put everything they own into a sack – a

Libby is drawn in, and rather unwillingly starts to play the detective

The two bad bunnies have the sole intention of stealing all the jewellery

income, she is contacted by the Kill Club, a voyeuristic group of people obsessed with murder who disagree with the verdict that Libby’s brother Ben received, and want to investigate it.

Ben has led a blameless life in prison for twenty-five years, and as the club can’t contact the people involved themselves Libby is drawn in, and rather unwillingly starts to play the detective.

There are some upsetting descriptions of violence along the way, and your opinion on who is actually guilty of the crime changes from chapter to chapter.

The plot unravels in some surprising ways, and I did not guess the outcome.

by Mini Grey

real disappearing act! There are all the usual turns – knife-throwing and sawing someone in half and escapology.

I would have found this a bit worrying for young children, but for the final few pages when the real magician arrives and fires the two miscreants from a cannon to teach them a lesson. Author and illustrator Mini Grey has produced an attractive book that would make good bedtime reading, particularly for those parents who like putting a bit of expression into their reading – most of the punch lines end in O, and rhyme, so there’s lots of scope for kids who know what’s coming to join in.

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Sara Whatley is a book lover. Here, she extolls the brilliance of libraries and shares her experience of them being so much more than silent, stuffy reading

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y memories of visiting the library stretch and movements to classic and new nursery rhymes. We first all the way back to before I could see over went when she was just a few months old and she stared in the counter. I clearly remember sitting in fascination at all the other children and babies. Now, at a the bright and cosy children’s corner rifling year and a half, she joins in, claps her hands, shakes her through the books, the excitement of taking them home rattle and laughs her way through sessions, sitting on her own ready for my parents to read again, and again, and again. mini chair or joining the inevitable gang of toddlers tottering I would carry my pile over to the desk, my around at the front. little hand lifting each book up and sliding It’s not just Rhyme Time sessions it over the counter to be stamped, followed We join in with Rhyme Time that libraries run; there is a wealth of by my own special library card which I activities for children and adults sessions, a fun half hour of different think I even remember signing with a alike from Saturday Sing Along, Toddler singing and movements squiggled signature. Then as I got older I Time, Board Games and Multi-sensory found the teenage and young adult section Story Magic to reading groups, Knit and discovered a whole new world of and Knatter, I.T drop in sessions, Relax reading, one which sometimes kept me up with Colouring, writing groups, Asperger until the small hours, or until my torch reading group, Cancer support groups began to flicker, anyway. and many more. Sessions vary from At university I sometimes felt like library to library and are all free.

I lived in the library, and the sight Many of the sessions are run by of snoozing students mid-way volunteers along with library staff, through a mammoth work session and from what I have experienced was not uncommon – why everyone is exceptionally friendly provide sofas if not to encourage and helpful. Our local library a restorative power nap? And staff stop and chat with my beyond uni I was a regular daughter, giving her high fives in many libraries, beavering and generally making her, and away at my short stories, willing my, experience really positive. the words of thousands of great I hope I can instil in her what authors to seep through my my own parents instilled in me; fingers. reading is brilliant and libraries are And now, with my own daughter, magical places. Let’s use them and we are weekly visitors to our local keep them alive. l www.westsussex.gov.uk library. We join in with the Rhyme www.eastsussex.gov.uk Time sessions, a fun half hour of singing

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Saturday 6th October, Cuckfield Baptist Church for children and young people • Sessions for under-fives SATURD AY 6TH OCT OBER (singing, stories, games) • Interactive workshops (drawing, discovery) • Dinosaurs (making models) • Young adult seminars (top tips for writing) Charlie Hopkinson

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CUCKFIELD BOOKFEST Book tickets for our first session at 10.30 and find out! Tony De Saulles, local author/illustrator will lead a fun-packed hour of drawing, discovery and singing to introduce his trilogy of fiction books based on the real life of honeybees.

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Design a poster (A4) to show us why bees are important. Choose an interesting fact to explain why plants and the planet Earth need bees.

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othing is more parochial than dialect, nothing more nostalgic than words that echo a past when carriages dictated distance. I have bought and read the various Victorian lexicographers who were assiduous collectors of dialect and wrote a number of excellent glossaries. Here I look at some of the different vocabulary and phrases that are specific to Sussex and I hope summon up some of her distinct individuality.

COUNTING Shepherds and those that worked the land had their own highly specific ways of counting animals. Here are some of their ways of counting to ten: One-erum, Two-erum, Cockerum, Shu-erum, Shitherum, Shatherum, Wine-berry, Wagtail, Tarrydidle, Den Ena, Deenah, Dinah, Doe, Catterah, Wheelah, Whiler, Whoa, Coram, Doram Onery, Twoery, Zickery, Zam, Holly, Bona, Cracker, Bone, Ninery, Twaddle

SUNNIER IN THE SOUTH Critics often claim that our English weather is dreadful. But this is only one point of view; for others relish the huge

variety of effects to be found in such a changeable climate. These are just those found in the dialect of Sussex: Port-boys - small low clouds in a clear sky Slatch - a brief respite or interval in the weather Swallocky - sultry weather Quissby - unsettled weather Tuggy - dirty weather Egger-nogger - sleet

BOATING LINGO In Sussex dialect, fishing boats are named according to their weight or ‘burden’. Cocks are small boats of 2 to 6 tons used to fish herring; flewers are boats of 8 to 20 tons, also used for herring burden; shotters are boats of 6 to 26 tons, used for mackerel; and tuckers are small boats of about 3 tons burden, used in plaice fishing.

Tacheners were the young men employed in the fishing boats (possibly so-called from being ‘taken’ to learn the trade).

FOOD It would seem that to make a coger (a meal of bread, cheese and beer) or a beever (an eleven o’clock luncheon) it took as much ingenuity…

Train - to boil down fat for lard Hotpot - hot ale and spirits

Tacheners were the young men employed in the fishing boats (possibly so-called from being ‘taken’ to learn the trade) Hopping John - soup poured on bread Plum-heavy - a small round cake made of pie-crust, with raisins or currants in it Kickel - a sort of flat cake, with sugar and currants strewn on the top Hard-dick - a pudding made of flour and water only Stuckling - an apple-pasty made thin in the shape of a semi-circle, and baked without a dish Black-eyed Susan - a well pudding, with plums or raisins in it (also known as a pond-pudding)

As ingredients …

Huck - a peapod Tantaddlings - small jam tarts Cracklings - crisp cakes Flap - a large broad mushroom Gazels - all kinds of berries, but especially blackcurrants Cackleberry - an egg Floater - a suet dumpling Gryst - a family’s weekly allowance of flour Rabbit’s-meat - wild parsley Stranger - a single tea-leaf floating in a cup of tea Flit milk - skimmed milk

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This year the Harvest Festival falls on the 23rd September when glorious displays of produce will be gathered and celebrated.

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China, Taiwan and Vietnam, so called very year I am surprised as it coincides with the full moon on by the arrival of the first the 15th day of the eighth lunar month. early blackberries in late ‘Mooncakes’ are the special delicacy July. To my mind they consumed during this festival. They are a signifier of the start of crisper consist of a thick, round pastry with mornings, of autumnal mists and a a rich filling of red bean or lotus seed time of harvest celebrations, but there paste and sometimes salted duck egg they are every year in the blazing yolks surrounded by a sunshine in their clusters thin, sweet crust. of green, red and black Michaelmas, or the drupelets. They are the A successful harvest Feast of Michael and start however, the start All Angels, is celebrated of the serious fruit and ensured the local veg glut which ramps community would be on the 29th September as a marker to the end up until we are laden in fed throughout the of the Harvest Festival.

August and September.

Traditional celebrations Then the harvest is potentially barren include feasting on a underway, the crops are winter months goose which is said gathered and it’s time to bring financial to celebrate with the protection for the Harvest Festival. following year.

It is one of the oldest and most Schools, community groups and traditional British festivals taking place Christian churches celebrate Harvest at the time of the Harvest Moon (a full Festival especially, although church moon that is seen nearest to the time of celebrations only began in earnest in the Autumn equinox), which this year Victorian times. Baskets of produce falls on the 24th September. Harvest and gifts of food are gathered together celebrations are traditionally held on the Sunday nearest to or of the Harvest in fabulous seasonal displays, often with the traditional corn dolly nestled Moon, this year the 23rd September. amongst the harvest. Much of the The origins of the Harvest Festival gathered food is then donated to those in Britain bring us right back to pagan in need, and special collection days times, when thanks were given for a and drives are set up to donate food successful harvest. It was a vital time to charities. UKHarvest is a charity of the year, when success was a matter working in West and East Sussex with of life or death. A successful harvest a mission to nourish the nation. They ensured the local community would be collect surplus food from all sorts of fed throughout the potentially barren outlets and deliver it to charities and winter months. The word ‘harvest’ are especially busy at this time of year comes from the Old English word with Harvest donations. Brogan Rehill haerfest meaning ‘autumn’, the season said, “We have a dedicated collection for gathering the food of the land. driver this year who will hopefully Harvest festivals are celebrated collect larger donations gathered from around the world, from the Rice Harvest Festival in Bali which is held in the Harvest Festival.”

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FOOD & DRINK

Use up the glut of ripe fruits in this juicy jam for a late summer treat. Berry flavours naturally complement each other, particularly when blended with the juniper berries, which lend a gentle and subtle taste of gin to the jam

Summer Berry & Juniper Jam Makes about 1.3kg of jam to pot.

Raspberries and blackberries are used in the recipe below but any ripe summer berries can be added.

INGREDIENTS 700g fresh raspberries 700g fresh blackberries 2 teaspoons of juniper berries (crushed) 300ml water 1.3kg granulated sugar (warmed) Juice of 2 lemons METHOD 1 Put the juniper berries in a mortar and gently crush

with a pestle to release their flavour.

2 Wash the fresh whole raspberries and blackberries and put them, with the crushed juniper berries, in a large heavy pan with the water.

3 Set over a low heat, cover with a lid, and cook gently for about 15 minutes, or until the juices from the fruit begin to run and the berries start to break down.

4 Add the granulated sugar and lemon juice to

the pan, and cook over a low heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar has dissolved. Be careful not to break up the summer berries too much as you stir.

5 Bring up to the boil and cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the jam reaches the setting point (105°C/220°F).

6 Remove the pan from the heat and skim off any scum and impurities from the surface using a slotted spoon.

7 Leave to cool for about 5 minutes, then stir gently, and pour into warmed sterilized jars. Seal and label, then store in a cool, dark place.

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With summer holidays nearing their end and autumn term fast approaching Robert Veitch and his nephew Joe packed a rucksack and went off to explore the foothills of Wadhurst

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eaving the car park, walk to the end of Greyhound Lane then cross the road to Blacksmith’s Lane opposite.

Between the pretty tile hung homes the newly surfaced road falls away downhill, bordered on either side by neatly trimmed hedges.

After 300m take the entrance to Little Pell Farm that’s straight ahead, where the road turns left. Along the track there are hops, farmhouses and two barns. Keep left of the farthest barn, following the unmade track to the pair of metal gates. Cross the stile by the gate on the left and continue downhill into the glade, passing a pond on the way.

When the unmade track ends, keep going, straight on, into another glade. The path narrows down as it approaches a stile with a dog flap.

Beyond the stile, keep to the left, passing a decaying tree trunk on the way to the bottom of the field where a gate and stile co-habit in the corner.

Turn right and join the ‘Bewl Water Route,’ which encapsulates the reservoir.

It’s firm underfoot as this is a path well used by walkers and cyclists. The path twists and turns through the trees, gently undulating… A genteel woodland bobsleigh track as Joe and I noted.

Leaving the trees behind the scenery expands into the wonderfully rich vista

of Bewl Water… possibly accompanied by the sound of honking geese. The route runs parallel to the waterside for a while, mostly level, following the contour lines through the meadows, flowers and colours of late summer.

It all comes abruptly to an end by two posts and a brown sign marked ‘Bewl Water Route.’ Walk uphill for 100m, before turning 90° left. Will you spot the giant gnarled beech tree engraved with ‘Dave T was here’ at head height, about 100m before the junction with the road?

Will you spot the giant gnarled beech engraved with ‘Dave T was here’?

Turn right at the road, then after 50m turn left at the fingerpost, walking down the concrete drive towards Bryant’s Farm. Turn right at the gate by the ‘Private Property’ sign, down the flight of steps where it says ‘¼ mile to Hook Hill.’

The path turns sharp left and the reservoir can be seen once again, through low-lying branches that caress the rippling surface of the water. “It’s a perfect place for crocodiles to lie in wait, ready to ambush a passer by,” according to Joe. Alan Hatton’s bench is a nice place to pause for a moment or two and absorb the scenery. Just beyond his bench is an old road (most of which is now submerged). Turn right towards the pair of wooden gates, and walk uphill to the junction.

At the junction, turn right onto the resurfaced Ward’s Lane. It’s just under ¾ mile to the entrance to Chesson’s Farm, and almost 200m after that bear right at the gate marked ‘Lambing Season Notice’ not forgetting to close it behind you.

Keep to the right side of the field, walking downhill between the two large oaks, turning left immediately after and heading into the gulley that leads to a bridge and pair of wooden gates.

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gently, leveling off, straightening and then ending at a gate by a telegraph pole.

Turn left onto the drive and after ⅓ mile take the steps on the right, down to the iron kissing gate and into the field. After 50m bear left, diagonally downhill across the field towards the distant metal gate. Entering the woods, follow the path around to the left, over the bridge and the iron coloured stream beneath. The route hugs the left side of the field populated with wheat and maize, joining Foxhole Lane at the top.

Over the stile on the other side of the road, walk southwest across the field until ‘John Jefferson’s’ stile is encountered.

Beyond this, turn right and head back to Wadhurst for whatever refreshments you think you deserve! As Joe commented, “There’s a lot of scenery and variety in this walk and it’s covered in not too many miles at all.” l

Robert took over from our regular walker Les Campbell after he sustained an injury from an accident. Les is still recovering and we are unsure when he will be back walking, we will update our readers when we have any further news. Robert has tested the route personally, making sure it is 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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It’s a Dog’s Life Keeping cool is hard work for a hot dog! Rolo the Border Terrier explains how he managed to navigate the recent heatwave

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ell, oddly enough for a country whose summers are normally marked by over-optimistic anticipation drowned in disappointing realism, we’ve actually had a spell of hot weather! This has been attended by the usual chorus of, “I like it warm, but not this warm,” and everyone rushing to buy fans and air conditioning units.

We dogs are not exempt from this concern about the weather. After all, we have to wear fur coats regardless.

My apprentice, Teddy, has a heavy, double coat, whereas I have a lighter, silver version, which conveniently reflects the sun. What can I tell you, I’m a highly evolved canine. Teddy, on the other hand, has had to undergo hand-striping, which is not a dubious dance in a night-club with blacked out windows, but a process that involves pulling all the dead fur out, revealing a slim-line profile beneath.

Anyway, he’s looking rather dapper and is better suited to the prevailing climate, which is a blessing.

You can also get doggy bandanas in absorbent material that you soak in water and which cool you down by evaporation You can help heat-suffering canines by buying cooling mats for them to lie on, but ‘Her Indoors’ reckons our cold, tiled kitchen floor does the same job without any extra expenditure.

I think she’s just being cheap-skate so Teddy and I got our revenge by lying in front of the fan so she didn’t benefit from any of the cooling air. That’ll teach her. I did think of attaching a paper fan to Teddy’s tail and then getting

‘Her Indoors’ to repeatedly tell him that he’s a good boy, but in the end the electric version seemed less effort.

You can also get doggy bandanas in absorbent material that you soak in water and which cool you down by evaporation. There have been some shameful examples on social media of people buying them for their dogs and then wearing them themselves, but by the time ‘Her Indoors’ had finally got around to buying us one each, it was raining. Typical! However, ‘Her Indoors’ was glad to get a temporary break from lugging cans of water around the garden for the plants.

I don’t know why she’s complaining; it’s cheaper than the gym and at her age, is a good way of avoiding bingo wings, so she should be grateful.

Still, with the children heading back to school in their new winter uniforms, we’re bound to have another hot spell and we shall ensure we deploy ourselves strategically in the sun until we’re hot enough to fry an egg on, then retire to the shade, panting vigorously.

I don’t know who halitosis is, but he seems to get a regular mention on such occasions and he doesn’t seem very popular. Still, you’ve got to make the most of it whilst you can, it’s a long time winter! l

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POND LIFE Autumn is a great time of year to add a garden pond, when many creatures are less active, so the RSPB’s Tim Webb is urging you to identify the best location and start planning now

Water features are magnets for an amazing range of creatures, big, small and microscopic

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t the beginning of this year, the RSPB asked Sussex Living readers what wildlife you see in your garden or which creatures visit the open spaces around your home. The details have been collated, analysed and the implications considered, resulting in a plea to build more water features and ponds.

People, water and relaxation are one of life’s virtuous triangles, like that formed in ideal kitchens between sink, fridge and cooker. It simply works, so take the plunge and make a pond. You won’t regret it.

After much consideration and analysis of your sightings, the idea of creating more ponds or mini water features was not only the single biggest boost for wildlife we could come up with, but also an action that is within the abilities of the majority of gardeners.

More than 54,000 people took part in the survey across the South

East. A huge thank you because there’s no way we could ever gather this quantity and quality of information without you. In the South East, we contributed almost a third of all the data submitted nationally!

Bearing that in mind, consider what impact you’d have collectively if everyone who took part built a water feature. It needn’t be big. The average washing-up bowl can contain more than seven litres of water. So with

this conservative estimate, we could collectively create a water feature containing more than 378 thousand litres of water! That is the equivalent of almost all the water consumed by an average household of four people for about two years.

The hot, dry summer has tested many gardeners, leaving scorched, crisp lawns, shrivelled borders and parched allotments. Given these conditions, it should come as no surprise that water features are magnets for an amazing range of creatures, big, small and microscopic.

The sightings you sent us from your gardens showed that after birds, Sussex gardens are visited most by grey squirrels and then foxes. Frogs come in third place while toads hop in to fourth place in East Sussex and hedgehogs in West Sussex. Comparing the figures with those from earlier surveys across the region found numbers of frogs are down about 16% and toads fell an alarming 32%.

Making a mini water feature is one of the many Wild Challenges available on the RSPB website. A washing-up bowl on a balcony or in any outdoor area you have access to is a great way to support wildlife. Some people may have more space and bigger ambitions – give it a go! l www.rspb.org.uk

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Dr Rees discusses brain tumours for our health series this month, and directs families and patients to available support

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rain tumours are relatively uncommon compared with tumours arising in other parts of the body, about 16,000 are diagnosed annually with perhaps 60,000 people living daily with a brain tumour. They can occur at any age, maximally in the 50s to 70s.

Children rarely present with a brain tumour and these occur invariably in the back of the brain and can respond well to treatment.

They are divided into primary tumours arising within the cranial cavity and those arising from a cancer elsewhere in the body, a metastasis.

Primary brain tumours are benign or malignant. Benign tumours arise outside the brain, are surrounded by a capsule (a skin), and in distinction to malignant ones, do not invade adjacent brain tissue but cause problems due to local pressure or a rise in intracranial pressure.

Meningiomas are the commonest benign tumour and arise from the meningeal lining of the brain, they are occasionally multiple.

Malignant tumours (gliomas), arise in the brain, from the glial cells. These are the supporting structures of the brain, not the neurones (brain cells), and comprise 40% of primary brain tumours, they vary in malignancy (aggressiveness), from grade 2 > 4.

They invade and destroy surrounding brain and merge into it making it difficult for the surgeon to distinguish

one from the other at operation.

Metastatic brain tumours arise from a cancer elsewhere in the body, typically lung or breast but occasionally any cancer and are often multiple.

Brain tumours present themselves in a variety of ways that can be very difficult to detect early on and depend very much on exactly where the tumour is situated. An epileptic fit is common, gradual increasing one sided weakness or sensory disturbance, impairment of memory, speech or vision, drowsiness, nausea and personality change.

Headache is often a symptom but not the cardinal one. If the tumour has caused a rise in pressure within the brain, then headache and drowsiness are often prominent symptoms.

Diagnosis is made by CT or MRI

Treatment depends on the nature, the site and size of the tumour

imaging, occasionally supplemented by outlining the blood vessels (angiography). These techniques are now very sophisticated and can usually determine the exact nature of the tumour. Taking a sample via a small operation (biopsy) is needed occasionally.

Treatment depends on the nature, the site and size of the tumour and these days is usually discussed at a Multi Disciplinary (MDT) meeting where all the specialists involved with patient’s treatment will consider all the options and advise the most suitable for that individual.

If the tumour is benign, then a watch, wait and rescan at regular intervals policy may be the treatment of choice, equally a surgical removal via an open brain operation may be the best option.

If the tumour is malignant whether primary or metastatic, then oral steroids and a maximal partial removal followed by radiotherapy may be offered. It is almost impossible to completely remove a glioma surgically but the recent approval of a dye for use during operation will help to remove as much tumour as possible. Sadly, treatment for malignant gliomas is not very effective, not least because the brain is protected by what is known as the ‘blood brain barrier’. Current promising research includes the use of immunological drugs and vaccination techniques. l All these patients and families will need much support: The Brain & Spine Foundation, Brain Tumour Research, Macmillan and Marie Curie may also be able to help.

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‘Reasons to be Cheerful’

Cuckfield Museum, Queens Hall, High Street, Cuckfield RH17 5EL Cuckfield Museum celebrates the Royal birth and wedding with exquisite antique wedding dresses and objects from childhood. Entry free but donations welcome. For more information re days and times: 0144 457448 www.cuckfieldmuseum.org Saturday 01 September, 10:00-14:00

Friends of Chernobyl’s Children – Garage Sale Trail

Horsted Keynes RH17 7DY Please pick up a map on the Village Green by the Social Club.

Saturday 01 September, 10:00-15:00

Forest Row Market

Do you have a West Sussex community event to promote?

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

Visit our Diary Dates page on www.sussexliving.com Sheffield Park Station (TN22 4DB, TQ484280) Bluebell Train (11.10) to Horsted Keynes then fields and woodland paths return to start. (single Fare £7).

Picnic lunch. 6mi/9.7km Moderate.

Contact: William 01444 831098 or 07801 711401 on the day.

Saturday 01, 08, 15, 22 & 29 September, 12:00-16:00

Sussex Crafts – Knit & Natter

130 South Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4LT All levels and abilities welcome. We can help you get started and give advice. Come and join us and make new friends whilst having fun. £2 incl. tea/coffee and biscuits 01444 455611.

Saturday 01 September, 13:30-15:45

Burgess Hill Horticultural Society – Flower and Produce Show

Community Centre Car Park, or Foresters Green, Hartfield Road, Forest Row RH18 5DZ Locally produced fine food and crafts market. Contact: Mrs Sue Young (Market Manager) sue.young@forestrow.gov.uk 01342 778062 www.forestrow.gov.uk

Cyprus Hill, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX A traditional horticultural show, full of scents and colours to delight your senses! Also, refreshments, tombola, plant and produce stalls. Admission 50p. www. burgesshillhorticulturalsociety.com 01444 257806

Saturday 01 September, 10:45

Sunday 02 September, 12:00-16:00

Mid Sussex Ramblers – Train it – Walk it

Oldland Mill – Annual Milling Day

Oldlands Lane, Hassocks BN6 8ND Free minibus from opposite the Thatched Inn in Grand Avenue.

Refreshments, beer tent, our flour and memorabilia. Contact: 01273 846939 Monday 03, 10, 17 & 24 September, 08:00-17:00

General Antiques & Collectables Auction

Gorringes, 15 North Street, Lewes NB7 2PE Gorringes hold a weekly Monday sale. This is a well-established auction holding between 600 and 800 lots of antique and other furniture, ceramics, jewellery, pictures, silver and collectables. 01273 472503 clientservices@gorringes.co.uk Monday 03 September, 19:30-21:30 & subsequent Mondays

Hurstpierpoint Singers

Methodist Church, 42 Cuckfield Road, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9RR Rehearsals start on an exciting and enjoyable programme for our Christmas concert in Holy Trinity Church on 16th December. If you enjoy singing, come and try us out before joining. David Redd 07738 377528 www.hurstsingers.co.uk

Tuesday 04 September, 10:15-11:45

NHS Retirement Fellowship (Mid Sussex Branch) Meeting

Franklands Village Hall, Franklands Village, Haywards Heath RH16 3RS Monthly Branch Meeting with visiting speaker Anita Van der Colf (Subject – Action for Deafness). New members are always very welcome. Contact: David Goodger goodger_david@ hotmail.co.uk 01444 483480 Tuesday 04 September, 19:30-21:00

Worthing Antique, Arts & Collectors Club

Worthing Lecture Theatre (below main library) Richmond Road, Worthing BN11 1HD All are welcome. Annual membership is £30 or £5 per talk. Contact: Andrew Pescott 07984403890 or worthingantiqueclub@yahoo.co.uk Tuesday 04 September, 19:30-21:30

Worthing Flower Club

The Barn, English Martyr, Goring Way BN12 4EU We have a flower demonstration

by Kathryn Stayt. Visitors are very welcome. Visitors Fee is £5. Contact: Carol Stanbridge 01903 537617 or worthingflowerclub.org.uk Tuesday 04 September, 20:00–23:00

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A pub in Lewes A round of golf? Day at the races?

Country walk? Dinner? Casino? Quiz?

Cinema? Holiday? These are events from The Group Diary. The Group meets in Lewes on the first Tuesday evening of every month. Visit www.thegroup.org.uk and give one of the contact numbers a call.

Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

‘Gages’ Home Delivery Service – Forest Row Parish Council Delivered to the Forest Row and Ashurst Wood Area This service allows residents that are unable to visit us for lunch to have a home-cooked meal delivered. Soup £2, Main Meal £4.50, Dessert £2. The cost to deliver a meal is 50p per day.

Contact: Sara Smart sara.smart@forestrow.co.uk Wednesday 05 September, 10:00-15:00

Burgess Hill Horticultural Society – Open Meeting

Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Speaker: Pauline McBride of Sussex Prairie Garden, Nr Henfield.

Admission: Members free, Visitors £1 - All welcome! 01444 245509 www. burgesshillhorticulturalsociety.com Wednesday 05 September, 13:30 for 14:00-16:15

Burgess Hill Flower Club

Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8EU Come and enjoy a cup of tea. £6.00

The Girl Guide Headquarters, Trinity Road Car Park, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY Visitors welcome £3.

East Grinstead Museum, Cantelupe Road, East Grinstead RH19 3BJ Every first Friday of the month we offer a free 30 minute tour of the museum with a focus on our Rebuilding Bodies and Souls exhibition. This tour brings to life the story of pioneering surgeon Sir Archibald McIndoe.

Wednesday 05 September, 20:00

Friday 07 September, 13:00

(1st visit free with a copy of Sussex Living Magazine).

Wednesday 05 September, 14:15

Hurstpierpoint W I Meeting

Lindfield Preservation Society – “What to see in a Sussex Church”

by Kevin Gordon King Edward Hall, 24 High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HH The talk is well illustrated with details of the churches and some of the traditions associated with our country churches such as beating the bounds and church clipping. All welcome, entry free. Contact: John Chapman 01444 484470 Thursday 06 September, 12:00

Burgess Hill and District Probus Club Meeting (for retired professional and business men) Lunch followed by a short talk by a professional speaker – providing an opportunity to meet with those of similar interests. We meet on the first Thursday of each month. For further info: Secretary fredreynolds3672@gmail.com 01444 236661 Friday 07 September, 10:30

Introductory Tour of East Grinstead Museum

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Lunch Time Concerts in Holy Trinity Church

Holy Trinity Church, Church Street, Cuckfield RH17 5JZ Meridian Voices. Concerts are held on the first Friday of each month.

Tea, coffee and squash available from 12:30 and there is no charge.

Friday 07, 14, 21 & 28 September, 18:30-21:30

Forest Row Village Club – Happy Hour

Station Road, Forest Row RH18 5DW Happy Hour every Friday, with beer from £2.50. Contact: 01342 822856 frvillageclub@outlook.com www.forestrowvillageclub.co.uk Saturday 08 September, 14:00

Lindfield Horticultural Society: Autumn Show of Vegetables, Flowers and Produce

King Edward Hall, High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HH A favourite event in the calendar.

Show of Autumn vegetables, flowers and produce with refreshments and raffle. Entry £1. All welcome. Contact: 01444 458509

Saturday 08 September, 14:30

Hassocks Horticultural Society – Autumn Flower Show

Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH Lots to see at our Autumn Show – see exhibits of flowers, floral art, veg and fruit, cookery, preserves, handicraft, photography, paintings and children’s open class. Plants for sale, and refreshments available. All welcome.

50p entry. Derek Swaine 01273 842516 jeannederek42@btinternet.com Sunday 09 & 30 September, 10:00-14:00

RSPCA South Godstone Car Boot Sale

RSPCA Animal Centre, Eastbourne Road/A22, South Godstone RH9 8JB Free parking/ disabled parking. Set up from 9am, opens to buyers 10am.

Light refreshments. Donations to the centre always welcome. Buyers: 50p admission charge. Sellers: All vehicles £10.00. Trailers additional £3.00. Pay on entry.

Sunday 09 September, 14:30

National Heritage Open Days – A Guided Town Walk

St Swithun’s Church, Church Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3BB This walk will be led by Chris Wheatley.

Monday 10 September, 14:30

Carl Linnaeus – The Father of Modern Botany The Henfield Hall, Coopers Way, Henfield BN5 6DB

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Monday 10 September, 20:00

The Group for Unattached Men & Women Aged 50+ A pub in Burgess Hill A round of golf? Day at the races?

Country walk? Dinner? Casino? Quiz?

Cinema? Holiday? These are events from The Group Diary. The Group meets in Burgess Hill on the second Monday evening of every month. Visit www.thegroup.org.uk and give one of the contact numbers a call.

Monday 10 September, 19:45

Hassocks Field Society Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH ‘Lines in the Landscape – Ancient Tracks and Boundaries in Mid-Sussex’ a talk by Heather Warne. Members £1.50. Visitors £2. Contact: Beryl Varley 01273 832351 Tuesday 11 September, 20:00

Cuckfield’s Historic Houses, Marshalls Council Chamber, Queens Hall, High Street, Cuckfield RH17 5EL A talk by Stephen Cockburn, the owner, about the long and fascinating history of his house. £5 or £3 for members. To book a place, please phone Mike Nicholson on

01444 457448 or email events@cuckfieldmuseum.org

will feature this term. Subscription due on joining the choir. Mid Sussex Choir 07710 442289 contact@midsussexchoir.org.uk www.midsussexchoir.org.uk

Wednesday 12 September, 13:00-14:00

Tiger Arts Free Lunchtime Concert

Wednesday 12 September, 19:45 for 20:00-22:00

Lindfield URC Church High Street, Lindfield RH16 2HL Light lunches and music and singing concert, this month ‘Stepping Out’ barbershop quartet. Everyone welcome. Free entry, but donations towards lunch and concert costs would be appreciated. Contact: allsaints@lindfield.info/tigerarts 01444 483294

Horticultural Society – The Beauty of Bulbs Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH Our speaker this month is Julia Jarman. We will be looking at a wide range of cormes, tubers and bulbs and how to grow them throughout the year. All welcome. Members £1.50.

Visitors £2.50. Refreshments included.

Derek Swaine 01273 842516.

Wednesday 12 September, 14:00-16:00

East Grinstead Art Society

Wednesday 12 September, 20:00

Meridian Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT Demonstration: Margaret Eggleton – Watercolour – Autumn Trees.

Non-members and members are welcomed. Meetings take place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. £3 per meeting for nonmembers. For more information: Wendy Vick 01342 311093 wmv4585@gmail.com or Shami egartsoc@gmail.com

Balcombe History Society – ‘The History of the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run’

Wednesdays from 12 September, 19:45-21:45

Mid Sussex Choir Rehearsals

Methodist Church, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath RH16 3DN Rehearsals every Wednesday ahead of our annual Christmas concert in December. Faure, Vivaldi and Jenkins

Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 6HP David Ralph will take you on a journey through the history of the event, sometimes known as the ‘Old Crocks Race’, including memories of the year that the run passes through Balcombe. £1 members and £3 visitors, including refreshments. Julie 01444 811641 julie.budgen@btinternet.com Thursday 13 September, 18:30-19:30

Free Hips and Knees Information Evening

BMI The Esperance Hospital, Hartington Place, Eastbourne BN21 3BG

Take the time to speak to our friendly team in relaxed settings. Call on 0800 157 7762 or e-mail info@bmihealthcare.co.uk Thursday 13-Saturday 15 September – Various Times

Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians

The Capitol Horsham, North Street, Horsham RH12 1RG From the fascinating Pharaohs to the power of the pyramids, discover the foul facts of the meanest mummies in Egypt. £15 (Under 6s £13, Groups 10+ £12). Box Office: 01403 750220 www.thecapitolhorsam.com Thursday 13-Sunday 16 September – Various Times

Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors

The Capitol Horsham, North Street, Horsham RH12 1RG From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth hear the legend (and the lies) about the torturing Tudors. £15 (Under 6s £13, Groups 10+ £12).

Box Office: 01403 750220 www.thecapitolhorsam.com Friday 14 September, 11:00-16:00

Spirit of Hemp Taster Day The Seasons Forest Row, Medway House Lower Road, Forest Row We will be sample Hemp Tea, CBD oil and sampling their Serums and face creams. Spirit of hemp use the finest

PLUMPTON RACECOURSE

FAMILY RACEDAY Sunday 23rd september Gates Open 12noon • First Race 2.20pm • Last Race 5.35pm • Gates Close 6.35pm

Raceday tickets from £13 in advance

FREE ENTERTAINMENT:

Mascot Race Derby Horse Hoppers Face Painting Strolling Magician Donkey Rides Plus Much More!

ALSO AVAILABLE: Fun Fair Food and Drink Concessions Picnic Area Hospitality & Restaurant Options Betting

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Contact: 01342 824 763 Saturday 15 September, 10:00-12:00

Paws & Claws Autumn Fair

Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH Autumn Fair with homemade cakes, clothes, books, toys, jewellery, plants, cards, gifts, tombola and raffle. Entry 30p. Contact: Rosemary Harding 01273-846946 Saturday 15 September, 10.00-13:00

Repair Café Forest Row

Community Centre, Hartfield Road, Forest Row RH18 5DZ If your jeans need patching, your bike is squeaking or your kettle won’t boil, bring it along and see if we can help.

Free to enter. All repairs are free, but donations will be gratefully received towards ongoing costs of the service. www.facebook.com/ RepairCafeForestRow Saturday 15 September, 10:00-14:00

Balcombe Village Craft & Produce Market

Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH17 6HP Lovely selection of stalls, produce and plants. Silver handmade jewellery, pretty bags and unique gifts for the home. Sausages, chutneys, savouries, cakes, jams, choc. truffles etc. Free parking. Refreshments in support of village school PTA. Also see W.W.1 wall renowned frescoes – well worth a visit!

Further info: 01444 811462

Saturday 15 September, 11:00-18:00

Not Your Average Wed Fest

Horsted Pond Farm, Lewes Road, Little Horsted, Uckfield TN22 5TR The Sussex Wedding Festival of the year brought to you by the multiaward winning Not Your Average I Do. £5 per person – tickets to be purchased in advance. All proceeds from ticket sales will go to charity.

Kelly Kearley 01444 702026 hello@notyouraverageido.com www.notyouraverageido.com/wedfest Saturday 15 September, 14:00-16:00

Sew Time with East Grinstead Embroiderers

East Grinstead Library, 32-40 West Street, East Grinstead RH19 4SR An informal drop-in group for everyone, whether beginner or experienced. A time to learn new skills and share ideas. Donations towards costs only. Contact: Laura Muir 07932 736710 egembroiderers@gmail.com Sunday 16 September, Various Start Times

London to Brighton Bike Ride in aid of The Disabilities Trust From Clapham Common, London to Brighton Marina Minimum sponsorship £500. For details please contact fundraising@ thedtgroup.org 01444 237286 Sunday 16 September

Bo Peep Hill Climb

Bo Peep Lane, Alciston BN26 6UJ

Classic Car Hill Climb in aid of Chailey Heritage Foundation’s therapeutic riding provision. Entry – Voluntary donation. Contact: Rob Bryant bopepdc@sky.com www.bopeepdriversclub.co.uk Sunday 16 September, 10:00–17:00

Specialist Plant Fair

Borde Hill Garden, Borde Hill Lane, Haywards Heath RH16 1XP Discover a mouth-watering range of locally grown, rare and unusual plants to inspire keen gardeners. Discounted rate: £6.50 per person (£6.00 per person for Groups 15+). Andrew Loin 01444 450326 info@bordehill.co.uk, www.bordehill.co.uk Sunday 16 September, 10:30-11:30

Harvest Family Service on Back to Church Sunday

Burgess Hill Methodist Church, London Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8QD Back to Church Sunday, an invitation for all to come and worship. Come join our All Age Worship Harvest Festival. A free will collection will be taken during the service.

Sunday 16 September, 10:30

Mid Sussex Ramblers – Hurstpierpoint Festival Walk 1

Trinity Road Car Park, Hurstpierpoint (BN6 9SJ TQ281165) Short walk across fields south of the Village to Danny and back. No dogs please. 3mi/4.8km Leisurely. Contact: Alison G, 01273 833794.

Sunday 16 September, 19:30

Wivelsfield FILMS – Mamma Mia 2 – Here We Go Again!

Wivelsfield Village Hall, off Eastern Road, Wivelsfield Green RH17 7QG Tickets £6 in advance from the Post Office and Village Stores or The Cock Inn, or online via the Facebook page.

Homemade cakes, ice creams and drinks served before the film and during the interval.

Monday 17 September, 10:00–12:00 (doors open 09:45)

Monthly meeting with speaker Ann Chance as the ‘Petticoat Pilot’

Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Ann Chance will be talking about learning to fly… New members welcome. £1.50 including raffle ticket.

Contact: Elizabeth Taylor 01444 235837 u3asites.org.uk/burgess-hill Monday 17 September, 19:45

East Grinstead Natural History Society: Lecture

St Barnabas Church Hall, Dunnings Road, RH19 4AT ‘Wildlife Rescue & Rehabiliation’ by Debbie Johnson.

Tuesday 18 September, 19:45

Wolstonbury WI Monthly Meeting Club Suite, Hurstpierpoint Village Centre, Trinity Road BN6 9UY Biggest Musical-theatre hits by Douglas Eaton. Contact: Jane Biggs 01273 834421

Celebrate the seasonal bounty at our fun-filled Autumn weekend 13 – 14 October

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Lindfield & District Folk Dance Club

This October visit the Bluebell Railway for

Giants of Steam 12th 13th 14th October 2018 Don’t miss the visit to Sussex of Gresley A4 Pacific No. 60009 “Union of South Africa” (courtesy of the Cameron Trust)

Ashenground Community Centre, Vale Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4JR Folk dancing for fun, no partner needed. £3 including tea/coffee and biscuit at half time. First evening free.

Contact: Mike 01444 482741 Wednesday 19 September, Coffee from 10:00, Lecture: 10:30-11:45

The Arts Society Mid Sussex

Clair Hall, Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 3DN ‘Why is Thomas Chippendale so Famous?’ A Tercentenary Appraisal.

This extended lecture examines a broad range of furniture attributed to his workshop. Non- members welcome. £7 on the door. Contact: midsussex@artssociety.org.uk Wednesday 19 September, 20:00-22:30

Meeting of the Royal Marines Association

LNER Thompson Class B1 No. 61306 “Mayflower” (courtesy of David Buck) • Lots of opportunities to travel behind

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• Harveys Beer Tent at Hosted Keynes • Up to five locomotives in steam throughout the weekend • Buffets and restaurant open every day breakfast available at Sheffield Park Station from 8 am

Halloween Specials!

Visit the Bluebell on 29th/30th or 31st October for a spooky experience - more details on the website - booking essential

Upstairs Function Room, The Royal British Legion, 9-11 Buckingham Road, Shoreham by Sea BN43 5UA A gathering of Ex Royal Marines and veterans to have a meeting about local events and to socialise together.

Yearly Membership Fee of £15 plus £3 local subs. Contact: Maureen Copelin Maureen.copelin@ntlworld.com 01273 236437 Friday 21 September, 10:00-12:00

The Visually-Impaired Reading Group

Haywards Heath Library, 34 Boltro Road, Haywards Heath RH16 1BN This group meets every third Friday.

Transport provided. If interested please contact Dorothy Lazenby on 01444 450947 Friday 21 September, 10:00-12:00

Coffee Morning in aid of St Peter & St James Hospice

Haywards Heath URC Hall, 55 South Road, Haywards Heath RH15 4LQ Join us for coffee, homemade cakes and bargain books in aid of this worthwhile cause. Margaret Drake 01444 454618 (venue between Boots and the Co-op) Friday 21 – Sunday 23 September

Lindfield Arts Festival

Lindfield High Street, Lindfield Common and Lindfield Primary Academy and other Lindfield Venues Lindfield Arts Festival is a truly engaging community event showcasing local talent including comedians, actors, artists, musicians, dancers and more. Lynn Tulip 07801 689801 lynn@lindfieldartsfestival.com Friday 21 September, 19:15-21:45

Music for Everyone

Bluebell Railway - Sheffield Park Station - East Sussex 01825 720800 www.bluebell-railway.com

The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX International organist/keyboard player Andrew Nix. Entry £5 on door.

Contact: Rosalie Birchmore 01444 241269 Friday 21 September, 19:30-21:30

East Grinstead Society Meeting – South of England Society:

History & Current Activities

Main Hall, East Court Mansion, East Grinstead RH19 3LT

By Ian Nichol, CEO of the South of England Agricultural Society and Director of the South of England Event Centre. £1 members and £3 per non-members.

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Hassocks Village Market

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Saturday 22 September, 10:00-12:00

Traidcraft Stall and Coffee Morning and Messy Church

Hassocks United Reformed Church, 23 Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8AB Fairtrade groceries and chocolate.

Sample coffee and tea. Browse catalogue of crafted items and greetings cards. Craft and fun activities.

Saturday 22 September, 14:00-16:00

A Talk: History of The Crystal Palace

Durrington Community Centre, Romany Road, West Durrington, Worthing BN13 3FJ Ian Gledhill, local historian, will be telling us about The Crystal Palace.

WNTA members £2. Visitors £4.

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Hurstpierpoint Horticultural Society Autumn Show

Village Centre, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY Autumn flowers and vegetables, cookery, photography and children’s exhibits. Exhibiting is free and open to all, simply pick up a schedule from Gibsons in the High Street. Homemade cake and tea all afternoon.

Raffle and auction at end of show.

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The Kast Off Kinks

Balcombe Club, Victory Hall, Stockcroft Road, Balcombe RH176HP The Kast Off Kinks are actual former members of the legendary band ‘The Kinks.’ Back together playing great music and re-living the good times whilst keeping the songs alive.

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Haywards Heath Music Society Concert

St Wilfrids Church, Church Road, Haywards Heath RH15 9EN Pianist Ryan Drucker, 2018 winner of the Tunbridge Wells International Young Artists competition, will play works by Beethoven, Chopin, Debussy and Liszt. £12 members, £15 nonmembers. Student and family ticket concessions. Christine 01444 456227

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Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre – Bus Show and Running Day

New Barn Road, Amberley BN18 9LT This popular bus rally returns for another year, with static displays and the opportunity to ride on the buses that are not normally available to the public. With resident steam trains enjoy riding the railway around the site.

Sunday 23 September, 10:00-15:30

Classics in Town, Burgess Hill

Wander through the precinct in Burgess Hill and enjoy historic and prestige vehicles with like-minded people. All voluntary proceeds will go to Chailey Heritage Foundation. www. chf.org.uk/event-classics-in-town.html or contact fundraising@chf.org.uk Wednesday 26 September, 14:00-16:00

East Grinstead Art Society Workshop: Own Work

Cranston Suite, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT Non-members and members are welcomed. Meetings take place on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. £3 per meeting for nonmembers. For more information: Wendy Vick 01342 311093 wmv4585@gmail.com Shami egartsoc@gmail.com Wednesday 26 September, 19:45-22:00

East Grinstead RSPB Local Group - Illustrated Lecture Main Hall, East Court, College Lane, East Grinstead RH19 3LT ‘The Role of Responsibilities of Local Government in Wildlife Conservation and Protection’ – By Iain Boulton. £5 for guests £4 for group members.

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Sussex Bonsai Group – Group Meeting

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Pink Gift Fair and Wellbeing Event

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new bedroom furniture & new beds in stock also visit our carpet Warehouse at 30-32 station road, burgess hill, rh15 9ds

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‘ We Didn ’ t Think I t Wou ld Be Like This ’

LAST CHANCE TO BUY!

Luxury Apartments In Haywards Heath

Ground Floor One Bed Apartment

Two Bed Apartment With Mezzanine

Two Bed Dual Level Apartment

Price: £330, 000

Price: £450,000

Price: £475,000

Ground floor one bedroom apartment with patio doors leading to terrace and garden area

Large two bedroom apartment with mezzanine gallery, en-suite and dressing room

Large dual level two bedroom apartment boasting total floor space of 1,297 sq ft

Brand New One And Two Bedroom Retirement Apartments, Ideally Located In The Heart Of Town

Ten Reasons to Rightsize Your Retirement at Fleur-de-Lis Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Drop in for a cup of tea and a tour!

Vibrant market town location

Phone ahead and book a tour on 01444 455699 – we’ll

Selection of large 1 & 2 bedroom apartments

be happy to answer any questions, and post you a

Beautiful landscaped garden areas

brochure ahead of your visit

Concierge on-site Monday to Friday Lock up and leave – no more security worries Twenty minute drive to Gatwick Airport Only a ten minute walk from the high street Security systems in place for future-proof living

Free national moving service provided by us Lift to all floors

Walk-in Tuesday to Saturday 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. – our address is Bolnore Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 4BA Visit www.renaissanceretirement.co.uk to see the gallery, watch our video and view the apartment floor plans 01444 455699

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