November 2018
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End of WWI Centenary
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November 2018 Cover image Fireworks. November events from page 4
Welcome... It’s bonfire night this month and we have a section in our What’s On pages promoting some of the best local events - see page 4. Our charity profile this month is on The Sussex Snowdrop Trust - see page 26. Founded in 1993, the Trust provide care at home for children living with life-threatening or terminal illnesses in West Sussex. They rely heavily on community donations and are constantly fundraising to enable them to continue their hugely valuable work. As usual, we have news from the area’s Parish councils starting on page 30. For other local news please see our Charity & Community pages starting on page 20. To commemorate 100 years since the end of WWI this month we have a moving poem written by reader Peter Jackson, see page 14. We also have an article on local veteran Charles Gallagher and his book “Memories of a different World” - also page 14. Panto season is nearly here, “Oh yes it is!”. You can win a family ticket to see Cinderella at The Regis Centre. Music, laughs and lashings of pre-Christmas cheer for all the family, see page 11. You can also win tickets to see the Overtones in Worthing, expect “old-school cool”, and their trademark vocal harmonies. see page 11. Heather Smith looks at cooking oils in our Health article on page 32 and our November recipe is for quick and easy Treacle Tart page 32 - delicious!
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Quote of the month “When you go home, tell them of us and say, For your tomorrow, we gave our today” - JOHN MAXWELL EDMONDS Disclaimer - Whilst advertisements are printed in good faith, Sussex Local (Kay Publishing Ltd) is an independent company and does not endorse products or services that appear in this magazine. Sussex Local cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions or claims made by contributors. The views and opinions of contributors are not necessarily those of the publisher.
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Win tickets to see Cinderella Pantomime The Regis Centre, Bognor Regis on various dates in December All ages will love this timeless story of true love conquers all. Expect hilarious ugly sisters, a kind fairy, handsome prince and of course a glitzy ball. Cinderella is the perfect pantomime to add magic to your Christmas-time! The Regis Centre is a charity run and owned theatre. With the help of many dedicated volunteers they are committed to providing the best programme of live entertainment at an affordable price. Find out more and book tickets at www.alexandratheatre.co.uk
Win a family ticket to Cinderella With spectacular scenery and costumes, plus a dusting of magic, Cinderella truly is the Fairy Godmother of all pantomimes! Bring the whole family and experience one of the best and friendliest pantos on the Coast. After the success of last year, the theatre will be holding another relaxed performance on Saturday 22 December at 11am. The sound levels in the auditorium, plus some aspects of the show, will be altered slightly to create a relaxed atmosphere.
To enter the competition answer the question below: Q: What did Cinderella famously lose? a) Her glass shoe
b) Her pet dog
c) Her tiara
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Win a pair of tickets to The Overtones Wednesday 27th November Worthing Assembly Hall The Overtones are bringing their Christmas Tour to Worthing! They announced the release of their sixth studio album The Overtones on October 19th. The first track to be shared, You To Me Are Everything shows the group’s signature old-school cool, modern vintage vibe and trademark vocal harmonies. Promising “a night to remember” the group will be joined on stage by their band to perform favourites from their previous Top 10 albums as well as songs from the new record. Since bursting onto the scene in 2010 with their debut Good Ol’ Fashioned Love, the group has sold over a million records. This self-titled album, however, will be the first release as a four piece following the passing of their bandmate and friend Timmy Matley in April. The album, a collection of thoughtfully chosen covers and originals – is a tribute to Timmy, a celebration of everything that the group has achieved together, a thank you to their loyal and supportive fans and a statement of intent for the future. worthingtheatres.co.uk
Win two tickets to The Overtones To enter the competition answer the question below: Q: When did The Overtones release their first record? a) 2010
b) 2009
c) 2001
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Local Veteran’s Tribute to Bomber Command Flying Officer G C K Gallagher, now living in Middleton-on-Sea, was born in Nottingham in 1924. In 1930 his father moved to Dartmoor to become vicar Charles recently at his home of St. Petroc's Church at in Middleton-on-Sea South Brent, Devon. Charles was educated at Montpelier School, Paignton and Blundells School, Tiverton. Charles joined the RAF from Cambridge University in April 1942 through the University Air Squadron. He trained in South Africa on the Empire Air Training Scheme and qualified as a Navigator/Bomb Aimer during 1943. In January 1944 Charles returned to the UK for Operational Training. During the last winter of A proud member of 76 the war, Charles joined Squadron Bomber Command 76 Squadron Bomber
For Country & King
100 years since Armistice day I watched as they came in their thousands and more, When they marched through the town as I stood at the door They were men of all calling, brought together by war As they marched for their country and king. They had come from the factory, the field and the mine And some from the yards on the Clyde and the Tyne Where they built the great ships that were pride of the line But they all had their minds on one thing. There were men come from Ireland, from Scotland, from Kent From the coasts and the hills, from the valleys of Gwent They had bugles and drums and they sang as they went, And their boots made the cobbled streets ring. They sang out with pride, with their heads held up high And the rifles they held pointed up to the sky They were ready for battle, to do or to die As they marched for their country and king
SUSSEX LOCAL Command and completed an Operational Tour whilst based at Holme-on-Spalding-Moor, Vale of York. Of the five years in the RAF, the last was in India. After his service, Charles joined British South American Airways, followed by thirty five years in Procter & Gamble. Charles said of his book, "it started off as a bit of a hobby a couple of years ago - jotting down a few memories, thinking the next generations might be interested and evolved, with much encouragement from the family, into a book. The book includes memories of people and events I hadn't thought of in any detail for 70 years. It has been a wonderful experience.” Charles has written the book, “In memory of those I had the honour to serve with and for those who gave their lives”. He continues, “I hope you will enjoy reading it as much as I have enjoyed writing it." Charles moved to Middleton-on-Sea in 1959 where he raised his 3 daughters. Charles has been married to Mary for 67 years and now has 7 grand-children and 2 great-grandchildren. The updated 2nd edition of Memories of a Different World is available for £7.99 + p&p. Part of the proceeds goes to the RAF Benevolent Fund . www.memoriesofadifferentworld.uk So much time had passed by when I saw them once more Bedraggled and gaunt as they passed by my door They were shadows of those who had gone by before And were silent, with no mind to sing. They were cold, they were weary, some dragging their feet And the rifles they held pointed down at the street They had marched into battle, never knowing defeat And came back to their country and king. I called out my thanks, for what else could I say as they marched in the mist and they faded away How great was the price that these men had to pay To buy freedom for country and king. May we never forget what they gave for us All In the time of our need how they answered the call And though many were broken and many would fall Peace was won - it was done, for our country and king
by Peter Jackson (Findon)
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Win a pair of tickets to Win a pair of tickets to Santa in the Park plus your own Santa costumes to take home. Join in our big Santa Dance, play our snowball fight game, have story time with Santa, and explore the park on our Elf treasure hunt. Help us raise £4,000 on the day for St Wilfrid’s Hospice. At Priory Park from 10.30am on Saturday 16th December. Please send your completed entry to: Pirates on the Run, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or scan and email to: competitions@sussexlocal.net Name: .......................................................................... Age: .............................................................................. Full address: ................................................................ ...................................................................................... Postcode: ..................................................................... Email: ........................................................................... Phone: .......................................................................... Mobile: .........................................................................
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Barnham November 2018 September 2018 answer below:
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Local Walks - November These walks are supported by Chichester District Council, are led by volunteers and are designed to cater for all ages and abilities. No booking is required but please arrive 10 mins before the walk is due to start. Dogs are welcome unless otherwise stated but must be kept on the lead. Timings are for guidelines only. If the weather is poor the walk may be cancelled, if unsure check, contact 01243 534589 health@chichester.gov.uk www.chichesterwellbeing.org.uk L = Walk Leader Thu 1st
10:30am Fairmile Bottom L: Peter Circular walk through the Downland nature reserve towards Arundel. Meet alongside the A29 soon after the Madehurst turn
2 hrs 30 mins
4.5 miles
Mon 5th
10:30am Parham Park & Wigginholt L: Jane A flat walk with lovely views of surrounding countryside. Meet in Parham Park
2 hrs 30 mins
5 miles
Thu 8th
10:30am Petworth Park L: Gerald Come and see the fallow deer in Petworth Park. Meet in The Horse Guards Inn, GU28 9AF
1 hr 30 mins
3 miles
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10:30am Salvington Hill L: Peter Circular walk towards Findon with superb views and excellent Autumn foraging (berries). Meet in the car park on the left at the end of Honeysuckle Lane
2 hrs
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10:30am Burpham L: Dominic Meet in car park behind the George at Burpham, BN18 9RR
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10:30am Emsworth to Westbourne L: Anne Through meadows to Emsworth and back. Meet in Emsworth Town Square
1 hr 30 mins
3 miles
Wed 14th
10:30am Kingley Vale L: Alison Beautiful Nature Reserve containing one of the finest yew forests in Europe. Meet in West Stoke car park, PO18 9BE
2 hrs
4 miles
Thu 15th
10:30am Angmering Park & Hammerpot L: Peter Meet in car park in the woods at the Dover, BN18 9PX
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4 miles
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10:30am Emsworth to Pook Lane L: Anne Level walk along the shore. Meet in Emsworth square, PO10 7AW
1 hr 30 mins
3 miles
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10:30am Chichester Canal L: Helen Meet at Chichester Canal, Basin Road, PO19 8DT
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10:30am Marina to Dell Quay L: Janet Meet in Chichester Marina car park (free), PO20 7EJ
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3 miles
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10:30am Pagham to Sidlesham L: Jane Circular walk taking in parts of Pagham Harbour Nature Reserve and the village of Sidlesham. Meet at the harbour end of Church Lane, PO21 4NR
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4 miles
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10:30am Petworth Park L: Gerald Fascinating walk through the Park trees from 350-800 years old. Dogs are welcome. Meet in Petworth Park
2 hrs
4 miles
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10:30am Wey Arun Canal L: Richard Meet in canal visitor centre car park in Loxwood
1 hr 30 mins
3.5 miles
Thu 29th
10:30am Cissbury Ring L: Peter Up and around Cissbury Ring (5,000 year old hill fort). Meet: Car park opposite Nepcote Green, BN14 0SD
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Sussex Snippets West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service is urgently appealing for more car donations to assist firefighters with their training. The cars allow crews to practice their training and development to deal with road traffic collisions. They cut the vehicles open to carry out rescue operations, and it is crucial they have all the skills and knowledge they need. If you have a car that has failed an MOT or you just don’t need any more and would like to donate it to a worthy cause please call 01243 752448, or email frsmedia@westsussex.gov.uk Worthing-based charity, Care for Veterans, will be holding its third annual Glitter Ball on Saturday 24 November. This year’s event will be held at Fontwell Park Racecourse near Arundel and is an exciting way for the charity to raise vital funds for the veterans in its care. Care for Veterans has been providing care and rehabilitation to disabled ex-Service personnel for almost 100 years, with centenary celebrations taking place next year. Tickets for the Glitter Ball cost £56 each and include a drinks reception, fabulous three course meal and half bottle of wine per person. There will be live music, a magician, plus lots more! There’s even a coach that will take guests from Worthing/Goring/ Angmering to Fontwell and back, free of charge! To book call 01903 218444 or 01903 213458.
SUSSEX LOCAL A more effective flu vaccine for the over 65s is being offered this winter in a bid to keep the viral infection at bay. The new vaccine could see 30,000 fewer people require an appointment with their GP. Ultimately this is expected to save more than 700 lives this winter. As well as those over the age of 65, the flu vaccine is also available free to those in groups at particular risk of infection and complications, including: children aged 2 to 3, and those in the school vaccination programme, pregnant women, adults and children with underlying health conditions (especially heart and respiratory disease) and carers. If you are eligible for your free flu jab, please contact your local GP surgery or participating pharmacy to get more information and book yourself an appointment. For more info visit: www.westsussexwellbeing.org.uk/fight-flu. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex made their first official visit to West Sussex on Wednesday 3rd October. The Royal Couple were given the warmest of welcomes in Chichester and Bognor Regis. Crowds of enthusiastic well-wishers turned out in Chichester to see Prince Harry and Meghan. Everyone was delighted as the couple spent time chatting with members of the public including groups of local school children. The Duke and Duchess visited Edes House to see the rare copy of the American Declaration of Independence. The Royal Party then travelled to Bognor Regis where they officially opened the University of Chichester’s Engineering and Digital Technology Park. The Oxford Junior Dictionary no longer carries names such as 'Acorn' or 'Kingfisher', because these words are not being used enough by today's children to merit inclusion. But we know children still want to learn about the wonders of nature. Sussex Wildlife Trust are asking you to help send a copy of The Lost Words by Robert MacFarlane and Jackie Morris to every primary school in Sussex as a special Christmas present. It is a magical book that aims to reinstate the lost nature words to the vocabulary of our children, using word-spells and beautiful illustrations. Each school will also receive an Explorer's Guide to the Lost Words and lesson plans prepared by the Trust's environmental education team. A gift of £20 will cover the costs of this project for each school. Visit sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk to donate. West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service are looking to recruit new urgently needed on-call firefighters. Oncall firefighters can have another job, and 14 of West Sussex’s 25 fire stations are crewed solely by an oncall workforce. Anyone interested in becoming an oncall firefighter can find more information and how to apply at www.westsussex.gov.uk
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The Pagham Mullberries The Pagham Mullberries held a music event on Saturday 15th September at Pagham Village hall with the band The Minkees and the turnout was fully booked. The Mullberries hold several different music events over the year to raise money for local (c) www.shuttersphotography.co.uk charites. The Mullberies originally formed to support the costs of running of the Pagham Village Hall but now also raise funds for many local charities. Everybody loved and danced away to the music of The Minkees while raising money. On the night two cheques were presented one for £250 to Sage House of Tangmere, a charity that provides facilities and social groups for people with dementia, and a second cheque for £1000 was given to the Pagham Village Hall.
Air cadets go to Peru Recently, two Air Cadets from Chichester travelled 6000 miles to South America for a once in a lifetime trip to Peru. Cadet Sergeant Elyot Harmston (16) and
Jonty’s group at the top of Machu Piccu Cadet Corporal Jonty Parkin (16) were part of a selected group of 24 Air Cadets from all over Sussex. During their three-week expedition they helped to construct a new building at an Orphanage called Azul Wazi – translated as ‘The Blue House’. Their reward for such hard work was a 75km expedition at heights of over 4,500 meters over five days along the Salkantay trail to reach Machu Picchu. The unique part of this trip was that the Cadets ran the entire expedition, with Staff supporting them in the decision making if needed. To earn a place on this amazing trip, Elyot and Jonty had to go through a gruelling selection process. Once selected they then took part in military leadership training and also training from the Edale Mountain Rescue Team in the Peak District. Many of the cadets raised their own funds to make the trip and one even arranged crowd funding for new clothing and musical instruments to be purchased for the 19 orphans who live at Azul Wasi.
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One of the Staff on Jonty and Elyot’s trip was one of the Officers from their Squadron. Flying Officer Richard Foster. Richard Foster said, “To have enabled a group of keen and enthusiastic young people was a privilege. To see how they overcame various obstacles and challenges, and to help them to overcome them was really rewarding and it was a privilege to be a part of their journey. I was lucky to have taken part in a similar trip at their age, and it changed and shaped my life for the better – I hope it does the same for them.” Could you be the next Elyot or Jonty and take a trip like this? Overseas expeditions are one of the many things that Air Cadets get to take part in including the Duke of Edinburgh’s award, visiting RAF Stations and Adventure Training. It’s never too late to join, Chichester Air Cadets is recruiting, if you are interested in joining and are aged 12-17, you can contact 461@aircadets.org for details of our next open evening. We also welcome applications for adult volunteers, who can contact us on the same address.
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Pet of the Month This month we introduce Azrael a 6 year old black female cat. Azrael came to us in March; she had been living outside as the other cat in the household did not like her. Azrael loves company; when she hears the handlers or staff are coming into her pen she gets very excited and stands at the door waiting, her little face is a picture. We are looking for an experienced owner with no other pets who would be able to give Azrael the time and patience she needs to settle into a home. We think she would be happier living with no young children. If you think you may be able to give Azrael the new home she deserves please give The Cat & Rabbit Rescue Centre a call Monday to Friday from 9am-4pm 01243 641409
Pledge to reduce plastic The impact of single use plastics on the environment is an area of growing public concern, particularly when they are found washed up on beaches or in the sea. The council’s plan to reduce the use of single use plastics aims to address these concerns by committing to
SUSSEX LOCAL phasing out single use plastics from council premises; raising awareness through campaigns aimed at residents and businesses and promoting alternatives to single use plastics, and continuing to support locally led community anti-pollution groups working towards making Chichester District and its coastline a single use plastics free area. As part of the plan, businesses in the district will be encouraged to reduce their use of single use plastics and recycle using the council’s Business Waste and Recycling Service. The council will be working with West Sussex County Council to motivate young people and their families to reduce plastic usage and increase recycling. This will be done through our ongoing schools education programme, in association with the West Sussex Waste Partnership. This scheme provides resources to primary schools to enable children to explore recycling and learn how plastic pollution can be prevented. The council will also continue to work with Southern Water to deliver the Selsey Bathing Water Enhancement Project. This will involve supporting local businesses near the coast to use alternative packaging, particularly for takeaway food, to reduce the amount of single use plastics found during beach cleans. The ‘Against Litter’ campaign have already had an impact on reducing plastic pollution by promoting community clean-up activities through the ‘Adopt an Area’ scheme.
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In Your Garden Monthly gardening ideas and tasks by Andrew Staib, Principal Designer of Glorious Gardens Designing your garden this Autumn Autumn is the best time to design your garden. You can still see the echoes of Summer planting and late Summer and Autumn growth is still often going strong. As the weather gets colder and as you clear away more and more of this year’s debris, the underlining lines and shapes of the garden reveal themselves. We beg our own garden design clients to start the garden design process in the Autumn! If you start now you can have all the time you need to spend the Autumn assessing what worked in the Summer, what is needed in the Spring and how you would like your garden to look over the long Winter months without worrying that you have too many tasks to do. Also hard landscaping can be done over Winter and with planting in early Spring, you can have a revamped garden ready to burst into action by March and April. Here are some ways to think about your garden. Proportions Does your garden feel naturally well balanced, or are there blobs of planting that make it lopsided? Does the patio look too small compared to the lawn or does the new shed stick out like a sore thumb? Do the vertical sides of the garden look in proportion to the horizontal length? In a small garden normally this would be a 1-3 ratio. Good proportions can be achieved by balancing the evergreen components of the planting, extending or reshaping paths and patios and bringing in feature trees to create a canopy affect rather than have all the planting at the same height. Even a raised bed can follow the “Golden Mean� ratio system of the Greeks to give it natural proportions- 8 foot by 5 foot.
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24 Gardening Strong Bones Paths and patios, small walls and raised beds can all give your garden a strong structural element which the planting can then soften over the season. You can also use hedges to divide up spaces, or trellis and lattices to create different levels. Does your garden look really good on a cold, grey Winter’s day? If yes the ‘bones’ of your garden are in good shape and with this strong structural element it is pretty hard to go wrong when it comes to planting. As well as strong bones, rhythm is vital and it is often what most distinguishes an amateur garden from one that looks professionally designed. This can be achieved by repetitive planting in large swathes or interesting motives in walls and paths that are repeated. A garden can be thought of as a frozen piece of music in time, and we know how essential rhythm is in music.
urns, sundials and water features can be placed to serve this function. It is better to have less of them and go for bigger, better quality products. Just think of gardens with too many pots or sculpture. you don’t know where to look and the whole garden looks like a jumble sale rather than a unique personal space that lures you deeper into its mysteries.
Focal point Now is the time to look at your garden from different perspectives. Are your eyes and your body drawn to different areas of the garden? Focal points can draw you into a garden rather than just watching it from one perspective. Old gates,
Dahlias Autumn colour
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Plants like chrysanthemums and Asters, Dahlias and Ceratostigma flower well on to the beginnings of Winter. If you make regular visits to bursaries this month you will see the flowering stock of plants and know that next year you will have good performing plants. Some favourites of mine are Hydrangea and Japanese
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November tasks Harvest the last of your tomatoes as the frosts can get them. Even if they are green they will ripen in a bowl. Lift your Dahlias and store them in a dry, dark place (some people leave them in the soil over Winter but this is a risk). Prune your Roses back if they are particularly tall to reduce the rock to their roots. A strong Winter wind can wreck them. Put bubble wrap around any precious tropical trees like Bananas or Tree Ferns. Think about planting Perennial and trees. Trees can be bought as bare root specimens which means they will be cheaper plus the plants will have five months to establish without any real need of watering before Spring arrives.
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Sussex Snowdrop Trust Care at home for sick children by Lynn Smith The Sussex Snowdrop Trust is unique, a vital service developed for local children in a particular area of West Sussex. From left to right: Deputy Mayor of Arundel, James Stewart, Colin Tebbutt Esq The Trust has been proMVO, Di Levantine, Chairman & Co-Founder, Nick Herbert MP viding care at home for children living with lifethreatening or terminal illnesses in West Sussex for a Founding the Trust quarter of a century. Founded in 1993, the Trust came about when Dr Anne Wallace, Community Paediatric Consultant and Based in Walberton, with its Children’s Community the Nursing Sister of the children’s ward at St RichNursing Team located in Chichester, the Trust covers ards in Chichester, identified three key areas of need an area from Arundel to Billingshurst, Petworth, Midin families whose child had been diagnosed with a hurst and Emsworth and all along the coast including life-threatening illness. Families, she discovered, Thorney Island. urgently wanted a nurse to visit them at home and support them, and to teach them how to look after their child and help them gain the confidence to do so themselves. They also needed to be able talk about diagnosis, prognosis, medication, treatment etc., with a nurse who not only knows them and their child, but who is qualified in caring for children with such serious illnesses. The third need identified was that of financial assistance - as looking after a child who has been diagnosed with a life-threatening condition can put a huge strain on family resources, particularly, as one parent may give up work to care for their child. Having identified these needs Dr Wallace was unable to find the funding necessary to meet them – even from the NHS - and so she approached the Friends of Chichester Hospitals. Here, after studying and researching how the vision of Dr Wallace could be realised, Frank Snell, Kate Shaw and Diana Levantine founded the Sussex Snowdrop Trust. The Charity aims to provide specialist at home care by its own Community Nursing Team; helping families to care for their child and enabling very sick children to remain at home with their family, which the Trust believes is the best place for the child to be. What happens The referral of a sick child to Snowdrop begins with the family’s GP. When a GP believes a child has a lifethreatening illness, they will refer the child to a local
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hospital where they are seen by a Consultant Paediatrician; who then refers the child to the Snowdrop Community Nursing Team. The family will see a Snowdrop Nurse within 48 hours of referral. Children might be suffering from illnesses such as cancer, leukaemia, cystic fibrosis, muscular dystrophy and sclerosis or one of a number of other illnesses. Some conditions may be very rare and some conditions are so complex that it may not possible to provide a diagnosis. Community Nursing Team
Annual Snowdrop Walk in Arundel Castle Grounds
Dr Ann Wallace heads the Community Nursing Team, which is made up of nurses, a Counsellor and Nurse Support workers. The Children’s Community Nurses are able to administer medicines and give treatment at home, as well as teaching parents how to do the same for their child. They are also able to give medical advice, listen to problems and liaise with other Healthcare Professionals. Nurse Support Workers will help with babysitting, take children to hospital appointments and also support siblings. When a child is first diagnosed with a life threatening illness, Counsellors can meet families straightaway and will offer practical and emotional support. The team also incorporates a group of Family Volunteers who provide assistance such as transport for hospital appointments, shopping, babysitting and sibling support, and can become an invaluable friend. A Family Volunteer Co-ordinator will place suitable volunteers with a family. Currently there are 76 Snowdrop children, some of whom spend time in hospital receiving treatment or undergoing an operation, with the help of Snowdrop’s Community Nursing Team, most are able to remain at home, fortunately, most of the children do live to adulthood, but, sadly, sometimes treatment will fail and children become terminally ill. In these situations Snowdrop is also able to provide end of life care, which can mean 24 hours a day support. Nearly all of the children who have become terminally ill have been able to remain at home – surrounded by their family. These sad experiences have led to Chairman and Cofounder Diana Levantine and the Snowdrop Counsellor Phil Portway working with three graduates of Chichester University’s teacher training course to produce a resource pack for schools dealing with bereavement.
As the subject is not currently covered on their curriculum, the students believed that teachers would benefit from their research and consequent publication, which not only covers all aspects of bereavement but also helps teachers address problems that may arise if a child in their school has been diagnosed with a life threatening or terminal illness.
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28 Charity Profile Financial support Snowdrop can also provide families with financial help – such as buying iPads to help children who are missing school keep up with their school work or simply to help alleviate boredom, by paying taxi fares to and from appointments or helping with basic living expenses. The annual cost of providing direct family care is approximately £350,000, and the funds are raised by what Diana Levantine describes as “our wonderful and very generous community.” The Trust is supported by many local and national organisations – whether by being chosen as an organisation’s charity of the year or from fundraising events, raffle and auction prizes - all of which raises awareness of the Trust in the local community. Diana Levantine further acknowledges the support of the community. “We couldn’t survive without the support from local people. Children and people of all ages raise money for Snowdrop. Every penny counts and we appreciate every penny.” The rest of the team In addition to the Community Nursing Team the Trust has a Fund Raising, Media and Events Manager, Lucy Ashworth, her Part Time Assistant, George Fulcher, a Finance Manager, Michelle Wilkinson and Office Assistant, Claire Stubbs.
There is also another team of volunteers who help with fund raising. Previous fund raising events have included, concerts in Chichester and Arundel Cathedrals, Chichester Festival Theatre, the Annual Snowdrop Walk in Arundel Castle Grounds – which attracted over 1,000 participants this year, and a talk by Princess Diana’s Protection Officer. Future events Future events include a violin concert, on Sunday 10th November. To take place in the spectacular surroundings of Arundel Cathedral, and given by the Yehudi Menuhin School – one of the most prestigious music schools for violinists in the world. All of these events raise much needed funds, but also further raise the Trust’s profile. “The greatest challenge throughout our 25 years,” says Diana Levantine, “has been to get our work understood. The nurses all those years ago were pioneers and community care in its infancy. “People have heard of Snowdrop but only when they have given us the opportunity to talk at length about our work, do they understand just how important it is.” Find out more at www.thesussexsnowdroptrust.com For Yehudi Menuhin School Concert Tickets please email office@snowdroptrust.com
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Building Terminology By Chris Ennis FRICS I often have clients describing their building problems to me. Sometimes, their terminology is less than accurate and, invariably, I have to make a physical onsite inspection of the problem. I try to write reports in straightforward English. However, over many years the ‘language’ of buildings has evolved and this often causes confusion. Here below are a few terms, some of which are commonly known whilst others less so. Water bar – a horizontal steel or rigid bar set into the door or window sills to prevent water ingress. Weep hole – an opening above a horizontal dampproof course designed to direct moisture within a cavity wall to the exterior of a property. Wall tie – a metal connector spanning the internal and external skins of a cavity wall. Boot lintel – a concrete section above a door or window opening, L-shaped – rather like a boot. Composite lintel – not dissimilar to a boot lintel, formed in steel and concrete. Soldier course – usually seen above a door or window opening, where bricks are laid vertically and not horizontally.
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Voussoir – a wedge-shaped brick or stone section, often used at the head of a brick archway. Camber arch, segmental arch, drop arch, centre arch – all forms of archway, often seen above windows and doorways. Lime mortar – a traditional mix of lime, sand and water used in older buildings to form bed joints in brickwork. Portland cement – a mixture of clay and limestone, all burnt and the resulting clinker crushed and bagged. First commercially produced in the 1920s. Pediment – the decorative triangular area of a gable end, often seen in classical architecture and typically supported by columns. Purlin – the horizontal beam seen on the inside of a cut roof frame, typically in a 1930s house. Flitch beam – a composite supporting beam incorporating a steel plate, sandwiched between two timber sections and bolted together. String – the diagonal timber affixed to the wall in a stair construction. Firring piece – a section of timber laid horizontally above flat roof joists to give the roof a slight gradient in order to discharge storm water. Bird’s mouth – a joint in timber roof construction where rafters meet wall plate. Chris Ennis FRICS is a Chartered Surveyor www.propdoctor.co.uk call 01903 261 217 or email surveyor1@talktalk.net
30 Parish Council News
Aldingbourne Council Minutes from 2nd October Five members of the public attended. Apologies from WS Cllr Whittington. Meeting took 40 mins. Appointment of new Clerk: The closing date for applications is 31st October, the advertisement on the SSALC website (Sussex and Surrey Association of Local Councils). Interviews to be held in November. Any enquiries should be addressed to SSALC who are handling the process. Aldingbourne Community Sports Centre (ACSC): ACSC are seeking a new Treasurer following the resignation of the current Treasurer, who is kindly staying on as bookkeeper to the end of December. Wifi and electrical problems are being addressed and user groups have donated to car park repairs. Renford Marsden will be holding face to face meetings and a workshop involving trustees and user groups to discuss future needs as part of a feasibility study about the site future. Parish Community Engagement Day: to be held on Sat 27th October, at the Eastergate shop (Elm Tree Stores) Councillors will be on hand to listen to residents views and advise on Parish matters. Play Equipment: Cllr Warden detailed repairs required for which new quotes will be obtained from two contractors. Cllrs agreed urgent work should proceed
Barnham Parish Council The latest meeting of Barnham Parish Council took place on Monday 1st October. Under planning applications one new planning application was considered which was an extension to Parsonage Farm House in Lake Lane – a listed building - the Council agreed to raise no objection to the application. Decisions on previous applications were noted The main item of public interest on the agenda was a presentation in respect of a proposed four house development of Tars Farm Paddock, Church Lane. The presentation was given to seek views and possible concerns on the proposal prior to submission of a formal planning application. The planner representing the owner informed the meeting that a pre-application discussion had taken place with ADC and WSCC highways and various surveys had been undertaken all of which had indicated that the application would be acceptable. The Chairman allowed a short question and answer session with the residents present to take place and they raised concerns over drainage, traffic movements and the impact of the development on neighbouring properties. The Council agreed to reserve make formal comments until they considered the submitted planning application, which it was anticipated would be submitted before the next Council meeting.
SUSSEX LOCAL owing to safety, if necessary less urgent items to be omitted to fit the Budget. Community Land Trust: The National CLT Network has awarded a £4,000 grant for legal set up and community engagement costs. A website has been created, which can temporarily be accessed via the Aldingbourne Parish Council (APC) website. A questionnaire asking about housing need is going out with the Parish newsletter and can also be accessed via the website. Remembrance Sundays: Barnham PC had acquired 100 Poppies, produced by the Royal British Legion, which would be erected on lampposts between the Level Crossing and Barnham Community Centre. Volunteers to help put them up on 27th October would be welcome. Meet Eastergate Village Hall 9am. Refreshments provided. Newsletter: To be distributed shortly. Thanks given to Cllr Harbord and Cllr Turner for putting it together, with help of Eastergate/Barnham editor Nina McMasters. Highways Matters: The VAS (Vehicle Activated Sign) has been tried out in different locations collecting data as a precursor to consideration of installation in the longer term, potentially with s106 funding. The Hook Lane developer has asked APC to take over the maintenance of the bus shelter to be installed as part of the s106 agreement, which WSCC no longer does. APC had agreed on condition the style is oak, fitted with a noticeboard and maintenance funding is provided for 25 years. aldingbourne-pc.gov.uk Under financial matters payments were approved and the current financial position of the Council. The formal Notice of Conclusion of Audit for 2017/18 was noted with a comment being made in respect of the Barnham Community Hall not being listed as a Parish asset. Under my report I made mention that instead of sourcing a Silent Soldier Silhouette the Council agree to support a proposal put forward by Eastergate Parish to purchase 100 poppies to be placed on 100 lampposts from Aldingbourne through to Barnham. The Council would contribute £300 towards the cost of the poppies that would be erected on 27th October and taken down shortly after Remembrance Sunday. I also mentioned that Aldingbourne District Council (ADC) had formally agreed the merge of Barnham and Eastergate Parish Councils. The merge would take effect from 1st April 2019 with the new Council meeting immediately after the elections in May. It was agreed that two representatives from both Parish Councils, together with the two clerks would look to meet regularly between now and April to consider all the issues and arrangements that would need to be clarified. The next meeting takes place on Monday 5th November at 7.30 p.m. in Barnham Community Hall. Alison Crabb, Clerk, Barnham Parish Council www.barnhamparishcouncil.gov uk
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The Ivy, Ship Street, Brighton
Short break review by editor Kris Thomas Just over a mile from the picturesque Saxon village of Bosham and its delightful harbour are the Hamblin Trust holiday lodges. Three superbly appointed wooden lodges, fully equipped with everything you could need for a comfortable self catering break and each with its own individual terrace. The lodges are in the grounds of the Hamblin Centre, run by the Hamblin Trust, a spiritual and educational charity. The centre is a hub for those seeking self-improvement and offers a wide range of wellbeing treatments such as massage, reflexology, Reiki and Kinesiology and classes including, yoga, Tai Chi, meditation and mindfulness. Those staying at the lodges can partake in as many or as few activities as they wish, depending on what is going on at the time of their visit. Many guests visit simply to enjoy the peaceful grounds and the proximity to the countless lovely places nearby.
We arrived on a sunny Friday lunchtime at the end of September. We were delighted with our lodge Pond in the grounds which was bright and airy with quality furnishings and fittings and a “sturdy” feel. French doors from the spacious living/kitchen area lead out to a lovely furnished terrace, perfect for a morning coffee. The modern bathroom has a full size bath as well as shower and all towels and linen were provided as well as toiletries. The massive King-size bed and crisp linen was worthy of a 5* hotel and there is a “Smart” TV in the bedroom as well as the living room. The good range of kitchen equipment means self-catering is distinctly possible should you not wish to eat at one of the many nearby pubs or restaurants.
We decided to take advantage of the warm Autumn sunshine and headed out for the afternoon. Following the footpath across the neighbouring fields, it took us about half an hour at a leisurely stroll to reach Bosham Harbour. We enjoyed a pleasant interlude overlooking the water from a cosy tea room and then wandered around the pretty harbour admiring the houses. The Anchor Bleu was a delightful spot for an early evening drink after which we ambled back to our lodge where we cooked dinner and relaxed with a bottle of wine. I was up early the next day to join the friendly yoga class. After the class I explored the grounds, popping into the mediation room and watching the bees come and go from the beehive. I also sat for a while at the Bosham Stone, an ancient Sarsen stone of the type found at Stonehenge and supposedly a powerful source of spiritual energy. Passing the pond on my way back to the lodge I heard uproarious peals of mirth coming from the hall - the monthly laughter club was in full swing. Their hilarity was infections and I found myself chuckling along. Short breaks at the Hamblin Trust lodges start at a very reasonable £205 for 4 nights (midweek) for two people (2nd Nov - 21st Dec) or £225 for a 3 night weekend break. Talks, classes and treatments would be extra if required. The Hamblin Centre also have workshops which can be booked for yourself or a friend perhaps as a Christmas gift. The “It’s All About You” workshop on Sunday 3rd February next year offers ladies a full day of relaxation and inspiration with a team of experts to help you improve your relationship with yourself. The cost is £69 which includes lunch, refreshments and a goody bag. For more details visit www.boshamretreats.co.uk or contact 01243 572109.
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Cooking oils By Heather Smith, Personal Trainer Cooking oil. It’s the base of most of our meals, yet something we don’t speak about often. A quick look down the cooking oil aisle in the supermarket provides a huge array of varieties to choose from. What’s the best one to choose? The first one to knock off the list are spray oils. Honestly, if you’re cooking a meal for two, a teaspoon of fat (about 40 calories and 4g fat) is all you need. Saving 18 calories by switching to a 2 calorie spray is really not going to make much of a dent in your weight loss quest! Some of the sprays are just one ingredient and I suppose one could argue that there is some benefit to reducing your intake by 18 calories if you’re desperate, but other sprays contain various ingredients which your body really isn’t going to be much of a fan of. My vote for cooking oil goes to saturated fat. It’s a simple, high temperature withstanding fat. Goose fat, duck fat, meat drippings, avocado oil, butter and coconut oil are all good examples. I’m not suggesting you use gallons of these fats, but they are a better
Treacle Tart What could be better for an autumn evening? This dish is quick and easy to make too! Ingredients - serves 6-8
175g short crust pastry
75g golden syrup
15g treacle
50g fresh white breadcrumbs
25g medium oatmeal
Grated rind and juice of 1 small lemon
Method 1) Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/gas mark 4. Roll out the pastry thinly on a lightly floured surface to a circle at least 10cm wider than an 18 -20cm/7-8in pie plate or flan tin. Then carefully line the tin, ease pastry gently into the corners and trim the top edges with a knife, reserving the excess pastry.
choice health-wise than the processed or complex fats one might feel obliged to choose. A teaspoon of duck fat goes a long way – and its full of minerals the meat lost during cooking. There are a huge amount of health benefits to a good quality, well-lookedafter, extra virgin olive oil; just keep it to have cold on your salads as it doesn’t do well at high temperatures. As for vegetable oils – sunflower, rapeseed, palm, groundnut and the like – these are best avoided. They have a high potential to turn rancid, they’re high in omega 6 which isn’t something most of us need to eat more of, and they are more and more being linked with obesity, heart and brain health issues. There has been some research linking vegetable oils to cancer too; products containing palm oil which are heated above 392 degrees during processing have been shown to contain potential carcinogens. If you must use these oils, use them very occasionally, very sparingly and don’t get them too hot. Heather Smith is a fat loss specialist Personal Trainer. www.fitbiztraining.co.uk 2) Bake the case blind, (line pastry with greaseproof paper and fill with baking beans) for 15 minutes. Remove the paper and cook for a further 5 minutes so the base is lightly cooked. 3) Heat the syrup and treacle in a medium pan, mix in the crumbs, oatmeal, lemon rind and half the juice and 1-2tbsp hot water to give a softer texture. 4) Pour into the pie shell and spread evenly. Lightly roll together any leftover pastry and cut into thin strips or shapes to decorate the top with. Bake for 25 minutes or until the pastry is golden. 5) Serve warm with custard or natural yogurt, or cool, sprinkle with sieved icing sugar and serve with ice cream. Cookery Courses for all Why not give a Voucher for the perfect gift? Contact Alex 01243 532240 www.cookwithalex.co.uk
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Computer Care Why does it say ‘Site not Secure’? by Alan Stainer
Some of you may have noticed your web browser (Google Chrome in particular) has started displaying a slightly alarming message about websites not being secure. It happens when the site you are visiting starts with http instead of https. The difference between the two is that with https the connection between you and the website is encrypted, while http is basically plain text being transmitted between the two. In theory if you have an insecure internet connection (public WiFi for example), someone could be snooping around on the network and getting access to your data. That includes your bank card details. Don’t be scared and stop visiting plain old http websites just yet though. It only really matters if you are logging into a website or inputting sensitive information. There are a lot of small businesses that have not yet switched to https, but if all you are looking for is a phone number or contact email, then you shouldn’t have a problem. If you have a website yourself and want an SSL certificate (that’s what makes it https), then it’s dead easy to get it sorted with your host. Some hosts even provide an SSL certificate for free. www.alansitsolutions.com
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