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JESS GLYNNE WIN LINGFIELD PARK TICKETS!
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WIN! Enchanted Horsham Festival Family VIP tickets
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Welcome... We have a fabulous headline competition for you this month - win tickets to see acclaimed singer/songwriter Jess Glynne at Lingfield Park. Plus we also have VIP family tickets to the Enchanted Horsham festival on page 50. For our main feature this month, Lynn Smith talks to Canine Partners, Partners a charity in Heyshott, West Sussex, which provides specially trained dogs for people with disabilities. As with all the charities we feature, they would love to hear from anyone who can help with donations, see page 26. In our regular features, Andrew helps out with choosing perfect trees for your garden starting on page 36; Chris talks about dreaded leaks on page 40; and Heather discusses changing behaviour in the health feature on page 46. All this, plus catch up with your local Parish Council news from page 52; schools from page 44 plus the regular events and community news round ups.
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West Chilt Jazz Club West Chiltington Village Hall RH20 2PZ
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The Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra 12 piece band of great renown, features Tony Jacobs and Catherine Sykes Doors Open 19.00 Concerts start 19.30 Licensed Bar with Draught Beer Tickets £10 from NISA West Chiltington & The Card Centre, Storrington. More info Keith: 01903 742914 ckrushton@outlook.com www.westchiltvillagehall.org “Jazz Club”
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West Chiltington Village Show Celebrating 100 years! Saturday 13th July at 1.30pm Norman Wisdom at a past show
Still going strong 100 years after the first show in 1919. To celebrate West Chiltington Village Show are mixing nostalgia with the contemporary to make sure there really is something for everyone this year. There will be a great mix of competitions, stalls, entertainment, children’s races, vehicle display, dog show, tug of war, tombola, grand raffle (first prize £200), bric -a-brac, a trip down memory lane and of course delightful refreshments. In tribute to the 1919 Peace Celebrations, the local community have produced a wonderful ‘Intergenerational’ banner which will be paraded around the ground to start the show. The early parades became a little boisterous and in 1926 the committee resolved “endeavours should be made to arrange the procession in better order” we are not expecting a repeat performance! The traditional village show marquee is back and will be home to the competition entries. There is still time
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to enter - so if you sow and grow, make and bake or have an artistic flair why not enter one of over 80 classes, you do not have to be an expert, but you should have some fun Entertainment includes, Ladies that Boogie, Tom Foolery, Flipitas, Owls about Town, The West Chiltington Silver Band, Arbour the Tree (part of the Horsham Year of Culture). There will be over 35 stalls providing a broad range of local food & crafts, local information and children’s entertainment. You can also expect a fabulous collection of British, European and American car marques, many of these are tucked away in the village. There are 8 classes in the Dog Show and the Tug of War champions will be defending their title.
Refreshments will include a BBQ, ice creams, local beers, soft drinks and the WI are providing excellent teas and cakes. The show Parade in Hollows - 1922 takes place on Saturday 13th July (1.30pm – 5.00pm) at the West Chilt recreation ground and is being opened by Reverend David Coleman - there is no charge for entry but if arriving by car please respect the neighbours and pay the £2 car parking fee which helps support local causes. For more details visit www.westchiltshow.org or email nickvincent49@gmail.com
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Win tickets to see Jess Glynne Saturday 10th August at Lingfield Park Racecourse Jess Glynne has had many hits in the UK; “Rather Be” with Clean Bandit, “Don’t Be So Hard on Yourself” and “I’ll Be There”. In fact she holds the record for most No.1’s in the UK for a British woman - seven. In her first few years in the music industry, Jess Glynne has carved out a unique slot all of her own. Where others were contemplating the aftermath of heartache, she was always about standing on your own two feet. At the start of 2018, she took a listen back to her just completed second album, Always in Between. Like her blockbuster debut, I Cry When I Laugh, Jess brokers the hinterlands between pop, soul, R&B and house music. ‘Now I know that you have to be that person for yourself.’ She smiles as she says it. ‘It’s been a right old journey getting here, I can tell you.’ I Cry When I Laugh is one of the defining British pop records of its era. At the time of writing it has been a chart staple for 138 weeks. It debuted at number one, spawning 12 million worldwide singles sales, 39 weeks on the UK top 10, 2.5 billion Spotify streams, a sold out UK arena tour, Brit, MTV: EMA, Ivor Novello, MOBO, Q and Glamour award nominations.
It was in a moment’s inspiration that Jess Glynne alighted upon the title of her second record. She decided album number two would be called Always In Between. ‘There’s loads of different emotions in me but I always know what I’m doing with the music. That’s the one thing I do know. It’s my safe space. In life, I am very in touch with my emotions. Music is the one place I know I can let it out. It’s a way of processing my uncertainty.’ Jess Glynne promises to play all the hits and fan favourites including ‘Hold My Hand’, ‘Thursday’, ‘Don’t Be So Hard On Yourself’, ‘I’ll Be There’ and ‘Take Me Home’, plus some brand new tracks too.
These are the facts. Underneath is Jess’s peerless ability to commune with an audience through song; to tell the truths young women want to hear about their concerns, the loves that build them up and let them down; the aspirations and dreams that might turn sour but you’ll smile through them anyway. From the beautiful, pared back, gospel inflected uplift of debut cut I’ll Be There, it is clear that Jess is ready to build on the momentous footwork put in on her first foray into fame. Jess Glynne is a girl from North London who is noticeably free of airs and graces. She sings because she loves to and writes songs because she wants answers to her own emotional quandaries. Her powerhouse vocal and fearless delivery have captured so many under its spell.
For an action packed day out, why not enjoy a day of racing with friends and family, before dancing the night away with the delights of the fabulous Jess Glynne in concert finishing off a perfect Summer’s evening. This is a gig not to be missed. Prize includes racing and concert tickets for two people. To buy tickets: vmstickets.co.uk
Win tickets to Jess Glynne To enter the competition simply answer the following question: Q: How many No.1s has Jess Glynne had in UK? a) 3 b) 4 c) 7 Send your answer and contact details to: Jess Glynne Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/features/competitions Winner drawn after 28th July 2019. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.
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Local Walks - July All walks are led by friendly, trained volunteers - please do check with the organisers for full details and for any last minute changes. Health walks are 30 – 90 minutes, supported by Walking for Health & Horsham District Council. Level 2 & Level 3 are more challenging, for fitter walkers, supported by Horsham District Council Mon 1 Wed 3 Fri 5 Sat 6 Wed 10 Sat 13 Mon 15
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10:30am Littleworth and around 5 miles 2.5 hrs Level 2 Meet at the Windmill Littleworth Lane, RH13 8EJ Jill 07780 701184 10:00am Henfield Byways 2-3 miles 1 hr Health Meet Henfield Library, High Street, Henfield, BN5 9HN Anne 01273 493671 11:00am Southwater 2.6 miles 75 mins Health Meet in the Visitor Centre car park of the Country Park Alex 01403 273751 10am Annual Riverside Walk Meet Horsham Rugby Club, Hammerpond Rd, RH13 6PJ for a 13 mile walk 7:00pm Ron’s Evening Walks 5-6 miles 3 hrs Level 3 Very social walk that usually ending in a pub Ron 07933 106663 9:00am Wiston/Steyning Downland Dog Walk 2 miles 75 mins Level 2 Meet at Steyning Cricket Pavilion, BN44 3LE Ann 01903 297553 10:30am Handcross Jaunt 5 miles 2 hrs 15 mins Level 3 Meet in Car Park, northern end of Handcross on B2110 by sports pavilion/children’s play area (RH17 6BJ) Jill 07780 701184 11:00am Health Centre, Steyning 2 miles 75 mins Health Meet at Steyning Health Centre, Tanyard Lane, BN44 3RJ Ann 01903 297553 10:30am Storrington Riverside Walk 2.5 miles 90 mins Health Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground Car Park, RH20 4PG. Come and explore Storrington's lovely Riverside Walk Mick 01903 745971 13:30pm Nuthurst to South Lodge 2 miles 1.25 hrs Level 2 Meet at South Lodge Jill 07780 701184 9:00am Washington Common & Ashington 6 miles 2 hrs 30 mins Level 3 Meet at Georges Lane National Trust Car Park, Washington Mick 01903 745971 10:00am River, Heath, and Pleasure Garden 4 miles 2 hrs Level 3 Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground Car Park, RH20 4BG Mick 01903 745971 10:00am Kings Head, Rudgwick – going East 4 miles 2 hrs Level 2 Meet car park opposite the pub (TQ 091343, RH12 3EB) Lynne 01403 268157 10:00am RookwoodWarnham Walk 4.5 - 5 miles 2 hrs Level 2 Park in the Rookwood Golf Club car park (RH12 3RR) and meet at the car park entrance Michael 07719 467861 10:00am Irene’s All Day Walk 10+ miles 4+ hrs Level 3 Please phone Irene for details before 8:30am Irene 01403 783637 10:00am Mucky Duck - Baynards (Figure of Eight) 4.5 miles 2.5 hrs Level 3 Follow A281 to Bucks Green. Turn off left into Loxwood Road and proceed for about 1 mile to the pub Pauline 07779 671568 10:30 am Cowfold (2) 4.8 miles 2.5hrs Level 2 Meet in the middle of the village at the football field, Jill 07780 701184 10:00am Whitemans Green, Cuckfield 5.2 miles 2 hrs 15 mins Level 2 Meet in the car park of Whitemans Green recreation ground Mike Powell 01403 242564
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Sussex Snippets The Group is a social club for unattached men and women aged 50+. The clubs are based in Sussex and gives members the opportunity to meet new friends. Events can include walks, theatre, meals, golf, holidays and more. To become member, or to source more information visit www.thegroup.org.uk The Wey & Arun Canal Trust is taking part in England's biggest heritage festival with a free event on Sunday 15th September. The Trust is inviting the public to take a trip back in time with a guided walk from the Gunpowder Store at Stonebridge Wharf to the former Bramley Wharf. Wharf To book your place on the walk, which will take about two hours, go to www.weyarun.org.uk/events47 or you can send an email to: events@weyandarun.co.uk Aldingbourne Trust raised over £ 5,600 at their annual charity golf tournament this May. They hosted their 7th annual stableford shotgun charity tournament at the Cowdray Golf Course in aid of the award winning charity. If you are interested in taking part in next years tournament, or would be interested in supporting the event by sponsoring a hole, please contact lenar@aldingbourne.org A 31 year-old from Kirdford wins Young Sussex Farmer of the Year 2019 at the Sussex Food & Drink
SUSSEX LOCAL Awards 2019 which take place at Brighton’s Amex Stadium. Out of a record number of entries, this year’s award was claimed by Kate Lywood, who is the director and dairy herd manager at Marshalls Farm, where she is the third generation of her family to work there. A campaign to help reverse the decline of bees in the South East and create a haven for pollinators in the South Downs National Park has newly launched. The South Downs National Park Trust, the official charity for the National Park, is bidding to raise £75,000 to help restore flower-rich habitats that will protect bees and other important pollinators and allow them to thrive. The campaign, Bee Lines, Lines will work with farmers and other landowners to create new wildflower corridors; essentially a “road system” for insects that will link habitats and encourage pollination. WSCC have released a series of videos showcasing some of the support available to help people maintain their independence. There are more than 197,000 residents aged 65 and over living in West Sussex, and it is known that people want to remain living independently in their own homes for as long as possible. With this in mind, the council has created a suite of new videos that offer top tips to help people stay independent in later life. Booking is now open at Woods Mill for Nature Tots, Tots woodland fun for ages 3-6 starting from Saturday 14th September. Additionally, Wildlife Watch and bushcraft for ages 5-8 is starting from Saturday 17th August. www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk A group of private landowners and nature conservation organisations, are working together to help the white stork return home to South East England for the first time in several hundred years. The project team are pleased to report that a pair of storks have been sighted nesting in an oak tree on the Knepp Estate in West Sussex. The White Stork Project is a pioneering partnership of private landowners and nature conservation charities, which aims to restore a population of at least 50 breeding pairs in southern England by 2030. Casting for Recovery, a service that uses the unique therapy practice of fly fishing to improve the wellbeing of ladies who are recovering from breast cancer, gets boost from National Lottery funding. Casting for Recovery runs six therapeutic fishing retreats throughout the year for women recovering from breast cancer, including one retreat in Bexhill, East Sussex. The project received over £9,500 from The National Lottery Community Fund to purchase new equipment and specialist clothing. A new initiative to connect families with nature has been launched. “Starter packs” (including maps, walking boots, binoculars, waterproofs, and nature guides) will be given to selected community centres and children’s centres across the South East as families are encouraged to learn about the environment and enjoy the wellbeing benefits from spending time outdoors. www.southdownstrust.org.uk
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St Barnabas South Downs Trek
Adventures in Art
Registration is open for the South Downs Trek, an exhilarating 26.2 mile hike raising money for local hospice St Barnabas House. Taking place on Saturday 28 September 2019, 2019 the new circular marathon route will see participants tackle steep climbs with breath-taking views across the South Downs, before crossing the finish line at the hospice in Worthing. Many of those taking on the challenge will be doing so in memory of a loved one, including Holly Lamper who sadly lost her father, Alan Lamper, to cancer in April 2018. Holly, 31, says: “I have so many precious memories of walking on the South Downs with my Dad from a very young age. But never did we walk quite this far together! I am so grateful for the support we received from St Barnabas and I’m determined to raise money to help other local people who might find themselves in a similar position.” Early bird registration is available until 14 July 2019 and costs just £35 per person. St Barnabas House ask that trekkers raise a minimum sponsorship of £250 which will go towards funding the specialist palliative care services the hospice provides for adults across West Sussex. To register for the South Downs Trek call 01903 706354. or visit www.stbh.org.uk/southwww.stbh.org.uk/south-downsdowns-trek
This stunning and colourful exhibition at Horsham Museum runs until 20 July and showcases some of the great artists of Sussex today. Whilst connecting to the past masters, it also explores the fascinating story of the 90 year old Horsham based Association. Adventures in Art at HorBen Smith - Tony sham Museum and Art Gallery reveals how a Mr. J. T. McGaw founded the Association through a call for artists to exhibit at the newly opened Horsham Drill Hall. The response was encouraging enough to create the Association three months later. The Museum will be displaying one of the paintings from that very first meeting, Bainbridge Copnall’s Calves at Horsham Market alongside art painted by current members for the exhibition. With art by leading Sussex artists, Alison Ingram, Dennis Roxby Bott, Ben Smith, Claire Phillips, John Davies, Angela Britton, Gordon Rushmer and 20 other artists it will be a show that art lovers will not want to miss. From oil, to watercolour to acrylic to sculpture and spanning 90 years of Sussex artists at work, Adventures in Art The Association of Sussex Artists at Horsham Museum & Art Gallery is an exhibition that shows how much art has been part of the culture of Horsham District and beyond. A number of the current member’s exquisite artworks will be available for purchase. Horsham Museum is open MondayMonday-Saturday 10am10am-5pm. Free Admission. For more information see www.horshammuseum.org.
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Year of Culture One of the most highly regarded classical music festivals in the UK, The Shipley Arts Festival continues in July and August with programmes of superb music at locations across the District including Billingshurst, Amberley and Shipley. Art, music, theatre and dance lovers can enjoy the variety of events that run throughout the festival. Young family members can also take part in and enjoy the colourful new Children’s Parade in Horsham Park, part of FunDay Sunday, Sunday and Be a Viking at Chesworth Farm’s Wild Woodies Summer Holiday Club. See full details at www.hdculture2019.co.uk
West Chiltington Probus Club The last month has been an active one for West Chiltington Probus Club, with eleven members making the journey to the Sussex County Croquet Club for the first Inter Probus Croquet Day. The day was well attended with four Probus clubs putting forward 57 players many of whom had never picked up a mallet before. The sun shone, delightful company and excellent refreshments. West Chiltington members secured two of the top four competition places, a memorable achievement particularly for Mike and Jill
SUSSEX LOCAL Vincent who won the trophy. If you are semiretired or retired and wish meet to likeminded people, why not enjoy yourself at the club's monthly lunch meeting? We are a hub Mike and Jill Vincent for lunches, events, visits and making new friends or renewing old acquaintances. The club enjoys high quality speakers at the monthly lunch meetings, partners are welcome to all other activities, visits and the monthly coffee mornings. Rodger Hunt at rodger.atsj77@gmail.com
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Canine Partners… Training amazing assistance dogs and transforming the lives of people living with disabilities. By Lynn Smith well as a host of other related conditions, Sally became wheelchair bound after suffering a seizure in 2013. One hundred percent reliant on human care, with heart/ circulatory problems that caused her to faint or induced very full on seizures, and enduring a lot of fatigue and pain, Sally says that she, “Lacked purpose and industry. I couldn’t see how I would ever become a meaningful member of society again.” Then Sally was paired with a “Canine Partner” – Ethan – a step that transformed her life.
In September 2005, Sally Whitney was all set to study Medicine at Edinburgh University when she became unwell, just before her A-levels. Diagnosed, much later, with Lupus and Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, as
Based in Heyshott, West Sussex, and with a second centre in Loughborough, Leicestershire, Canine Partners has been providing highly trained assistance dogs – canine partners - since 1990. It was founded in recognition of the life changing benefits assistance dogs could bring to the lives of adults with physical disabilities, offering a greater independence and quality of life, and contributing security, companionship, and practical help with everyday household tasks - as well as providing psychological and social esteem. Nicola Martin, CEO of Canine Partners CEO, explains the charity’s mission as seeking to, “Transform the lives of adults with physical disabilities through partnership with our specially trained assistance dogs. We pride ourselves in ensuring we create the best possible matches between our dogs and the people we support.” Potential Canine Partners undertake a specialist twoyear training programme, which begins when a puppy is selected at seven to eight weeks old and placed with a carefully chosen volunteer, with whom it will spend twelve to fourteen months in puppy training. Currently there are around 250 puppies placed with puppy parents in the UK. Volunteers care for the puppies full time, teaching basic obedience, social skills and the core tasks of tugging, touching and retrieving, all of which are essential if the puppy is to move onto advanced training. “At all stages,” says Nicola, “training is fun and reward-based.” These core skills are built upon once the puppies move into advanced training, at one of Canine Partners’ two centres, extending skills to tasks such as opening doors, retrieving the phone, pressing lift buttons and unloading a washing machine. During the next few months the dogs hone their skills and are carefully matched with a person with a disability from the charity’s waiting list. Nicola explains that,
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“Training is then tailored to meet that individual’s specific requirements. During advanced training the dogs will continue obedience training, visiting local towns and shops to ensure they are confident and well behaved in all situations.” At the end of this period, the applicant is invited to attend a two-week residential course at one of the Canine Partner centres, where, under the guidance of the dog’s trainer, they learn how to work with their dog and continue its training, and how to take care of their canine friend. It is during this busy two weeks that the special bond between dog and partner begins. Canine Partners offers ongoing care and guidance through regular aftercare visits and telephone support, which ensures the success of the partnerships and well being of its dogs. The whole process of selecting, training and supporting a canine partner throughout their working life costs around £20,000, and currently there are over 430 adults across the UK living with one of the charity’s assistance dogs. Each year, Canine Partners creates between 70-75 partnerships and in the thirty years since the charity’s foundation, Canine Partners has created nearly 800 partnerships. The charity currently assists adults, aged eighteen and over, both civilians and former service personnel, and dogs are trained to meet the needs of individuals with even the most complex, physical disabilities. The long list of conditions and disabilities that Canine Partners works with includes: multiple sclerosis; spinal injuries and head injuries; stroke; Freidrich’s ataxia; cerebral palsy and, osteoarthritis and scoliosis. Although the waiting list has been closed to new applicants for a couple of years, Nicola Martin tells me, “ … We are now in the final stages of preparing to open to new applications later this year.”
SUSSEX LOCAL Canine Partners employs around 80 people, working in a wide variety of roles and locations; from the expert training and aftercare teams based at the two centres and out in communities across the UK, to the Fundraising and Support teams. In addition there are over 1,000 volunteers, supporting all aspects of the training programmes, from Brood Bitch Holders who look after the mums and puppies in the breeding programme; Puppy Parents and socialisers and Foster parents, who provide short to long term placements when needed, to a wide network of fundraising and awareness raising activities. But, Nicola says, “We are always looking for passionate people to join our team of volunteers.“ The charity, she adds,“… receive (s) fantastic support from a huge number of local people … we are extremely lucky to have some very longstanding supporters.” As with all charities, funding is essential and Canine Partners has big projects underway – including, this year, building a new Kennels and Dog welfare Centre at its Midlands Training Centre. Also, with the
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charity’s 30th anniversary coming up in 2020, planning is already underway for celebrations and more exciting initiatives. Funding comes solely from donations. Receiving no funding from government, Canine Partners is always looking for novel ways to generate funds, including the My Amazing Puppy sponsorship scheme and UKwide fundraising events, including Walking Dog Shows - dog walks in beautiful locations with a twist. Canine Partners is particularly excited that during 2019 and 2020 they are the Goodwood Estate Charity of the Year and will have a full calendar of exciting activities that they hope will help create even more partnerships. Nicola says that “Raising awareness of who we are and what we do is an ongoing challenge with so many other vital charities carrying out amazing work across the UK. We are proud to commit to support our partnerships for as long as they feel a Canine Partner can bring a benefit to their lives. This means that we need to ensure we have funds for decades to come so that once someone has experienced the independence and benefits that an assistance dog can bring them, they never have to return to how life was before.” Which brings us back to Sally Whitney whose story opened this article, and who reinforces Nicola’s sentiments, “Life before having a canine partner was totally different … Ethan's impact has been apparent in
all areas of my life. He can do a huge range of things for me, both at home and outside the house. The tasks that Ethan and I can do together give me a lot of freedom and bring real joy. I no longer have a dependence on others to make me feel safe and secure. He’s brought me so much happiness … that I have an incredibly hard time imagining my world without him. Canine Partners Mill Lane, Heyshott Midhurst, GU29 0ED Tel: 08456 580480 www.caninepartners.org.uk
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4 Beef burgers, divide each burger into 3 and create 12 balls 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp flour 100g mixed pitted olives, chopped roughly 400g Mr Organic passata 2 tbsp mixed herbs Leaves from half a basil plant, roughly torn
Method: 1) Pre heat your oven to 200C/gas 7 2) Heat the oil in a casserole dish on the hob. Sprinkle the meat balls with flour and add to your casserole dish, brown the meatballs on all sides for around 10 minutes 3) Scrape any charred meat from the pan as this will add to the flavour of your sauce, add the olives and a little water if necessary 4) Stir in the passata and sprinkle with the mixed herbs, bring the heat up and simmer. Once it has
rapidly simmered for 20 minutes place your dish in the oven, lid on, for 30 minutes 5) After the first 30 minutes, bring your dish out of the oven and stir in the roughly torn basil, return the dish to the oven uncovered for a minimum of 30 minutes, if you have more time your sauce will reduce further and thicken bringing out a more intense flavour. 6) Season and serve with roasted new potatoes and salad Recipe kindly supplied by Hollie from Village Larder, Squires Garden Centre Washington. All ingredients available from Village Larder. Follow Hollie on Instagram and Twitter for more foodie inspiration and family fun @village_larder
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In Your Garden Monthly gardening ideas and tasks by Andrew Staib, Principal Designer of Glorious Gardens Small and beautiful choosing the right small tree for your garden. One of the most common issues I find in the many new gardens I visit each week is the lack of perfectly sized trees for the particular space. They are often not singing from the treetops but they have either grown too big and now dominate the space, or have been relentlessly pruned until their little fingers and toes look all knobbly and truncated. Choosing the right tree for the right place is an art based on knowledge and observation. Trees must be chosen carefully. Often when I arrive at a client’s garden there is either one massive tree that dominates the rest of the garden or there is a sad lack of trees. People sometimes assume that planting trees will create too much shade or crowd a garden out. However if your garden is small to medium, well positioned trees with a delicate and spacious leaf and branch character can create a canopy that will give your garden a sense of height, enclosure and intimacy. Evergreen trees Small evergreen trees (3-5metres). The more robust the evergreen presence you want, say for privacy, the more dense the leaf canopy will be. This can have the advantage of being perfect for screening but they will still cast shade. If grown near a fence be careful that over time they won’t block out your neighbours' view or light. These are some of my favourites: Arbutus Uendo and Magnolia Little Gem. Photinia is an another and if you have acid soils you can go for the Rhododendrons and Camellias. Delicate small trees For a more open canopy that lets dappled light through, you could think of Amelenchier lamarki, Weeping Birch, Weeping Cherry, Malus Red Sentinal, Sorbus Pink Pagoda, Viburnum Tinus , Pittisporum ‘Silver Queen’, Cercis Forest Pansey and Albezia (which needs a lot of sun but a sheltered position). There is also Prunus Amanogawa, Hamamaelis and the perfectly formed, classic of all small trees, the Japanese Acers. The only trouble with these is they like to be the centre of attention and need a lot of neutral space around them. Laburnum, Golden Showers, is a tree that has gone out of fashion but after the yellow display of flowers in Spring has a very inter-
esting branch structure. There is also the increasingly commonly planted Olive tree to think about as well as Ligustrum Excelsior Superb. Both have reasonably open branch structures. Lovely vertical fruit trees like Malus ‘Adirondack' and Malus Ballerina can be tucked away in a bed and nicely contrast any weeping trees you might have.
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All of these trees will give your garden a lovely sense of breadth and depth without a tree surgeon being called in every year.
Smaller Shrubs Smaller shrubs can then be chosen that will tend to give longer periods of colour and fit snuggly under the ‘umbrellas’ of the trees.
Deciduous small trees
Some interesting shrubs that come to mind are: Rosa rugosa, Teucrium fruticans, Japanese Quince, most of the Hebes, Hydrangeas, Cistis, Pittisporum ‘Tom Thumb’ and the Choysia range.
Some examples are Acer grissom, Salix exiguta and the two small Magnolias, ‘India Magic’ and ‘Laura’. Unusual Trees For more unusual trees you could try Rhus lacinata (though it will sucker with its roots over the years). You could also think of Euonymous Red Cascade, Liquidamber ‘Gum Ball’ or the majestic, if slow growing, Cornus cows ‘Miss Satori’.
Ground Cover Ground cover can be used as the ‘glue’ that holds all the different layers together. Not only can you plant these in large ribbons and drifts to give your border a sense of flow and unity, but they solve the practical job of suppressing the weeds whilst the trees are establishing themselves.
Acacia pravissima is another interesting tree with an open canopy, especially if you are considering a Mediterranean style garden.
Some tried and tested ground covers that I like are the Geraniums, Sedums, Chaerophyllum ‘Roseum’, White Bay Willow Herb and Persicaria.
Underplanting
Smaller Ground Cover The smaller ground covers tend to be at the front of borders where they won’t be swamped by the bigger plants. Some nice examples are: Pachysandra, Ajuga, Brunnera, Galium odoratum, Epimedium, Bergenias, Lilly of the Valley and Periwinkle.
A tree is not a tree without a lovely well balanced undergrowth to give it context and grace so you can also consider planting underneath your trees. Shrubs Some shrubs can be turned into trees by pruning the lower branches. Some examples are: Sambucus ‘Sutherland’s Gold’ and Sambucus ‘Black Lace’. Taller Shrubs These plants can contribute lots of height when needed but can also be pruned severely each year depending on the plan you have for the shapes in your garden.
Climbers It is surprising how many gardens I visit and see unsightly spaces that a weak climber could easily transform. They can make a wonderful backdrop to the new tree you have chosen or even the smaller Clematis can be grown up the trunks. Climbers hide fences, can shoot up trees like
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nation to revitalise that unlimited extra space in the garden - the sky!
Where to visit this July Every year Parham replants its borders and transforms them with new themes. The whole place has an intimate and timeless quality. www.parhaminsussex.co.uk
July tasks Lots to do so stop reading this and get out there! But if you are just having a quick tea break read on... • Deadhead roses and give them their Summer feed • Divide finished bulbs • Water any new plants you have put in this Spring • Pinch out Fuchias to help them flower in bushy sprays • Cut back old geranium foliage as they will grow again • Plant out seed potatoes and tomatoes, the latter in the sunniest place you have. Believe it or not it is still not too late to plant runner beans
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Water leaks By Chris Ennis FRICS In the last month or so I have stumbled across a number of ‘leaking water’ issues. Over the years I have learned that there is one thing guaranteed to drive householders into a blind panic, and that is the sight, the sound (or even the thought) of leaking water. Leaks can be very minor, or if an underground supply pipe burst it can be a significant calamity costing a lot to repair. There are numerous causes, amongst them being corrosion, chemical action, frost, age, type of materials, and physical abuse of the pipes.
SUSSEX LOCAL Where properties have been extended or modernised it is not uncommon to find a mixture of dis-similar metals in pipes and tanks. This can be a cause of electro-chemical action which can lead to leakage. We mustn’t forget frost damage which can be catastrophic. Ideally, all pipes should be insulated. Pipes laid within a solid floor slab should be isolated/ insulated to minimise the possible re-action between the copper piping and the concrete.
Properties constructed prior to 1930 could still have a mains water pipe formed in lead. Not only is this a potential source of health damage, but the old pipes are by now coming to the end of their useful life. Even the more modern galvanised water barrel piping could well be rusting and leaking. It is now possible to replace such pipes using a ‘mole’ system enabling the insertion of modern polypropylene tubes without extensive excavation. The typical cost of simple mole repair on an average sized property is in the order of £1,000.
For complete peace of mind Householders should consider the merits of joining one of the home maintenance schemes offered by British Gas, or Seeboard.
I still see examples of old galvanised water tanks tucked away in the roof spaces. Such tanks rust internally, and if they burst, damage can be extensive.
Chris Ennis FRICS is a Chartered Surveyor. Call him on 01903 261 217 or you can send an email to surveyor1@talktalk.net or see www.propdoctor.co.uk
There are a multitude of modern plumbing repair systems available, and of course in the event of an emergency, always consult an accredited plumber. If the defect involves any aspect of boiler / gas maintenance, ensure you are dealing with a ‘gas safe’ engineer.
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Girl’s Football Tournament and Visit from the Moon
Visit to The Anchorage Care Home
Last month was eventful as ever here at Bury. The girls from yrs 4 to 6 took on girls from other local schools in the area in the first ever Petworth Area Schools girls football tournament. Having a single gender competition was a little alien to us at Bury as three of the girls had taken part in a Yr 5 and 6 competition just a couple of weeks before – it hadn’t dawned on us at the time that the vast majority of players at that tournament were male. I spoke with the girls, many of whom had never shown much interest in football before and they decided if they could practise together they would like to take part. Captain Kelly sorted her team and had a couple of practise sessions at lunchtime on one of our fields.
On Wednesday 15th May, some of the children in Elm visited The Anchorage care home. The children have been eager to make links with their community and have been attending the coffee morning at the village hall in Coldwaltham as well as inviting local residents into school. They decided it would be a fantastic idea to widen their horizons a little further down the road and so, after making contact with The Anchorage, hopped on their school minibus and made the short trip down the road to visit the residents. The children were armed with an item that was special to them as a way of starting conversation, which can be a little daunting when you’re 8 or 9 years old. The items ranged from wrestling belts, favourite teddies, books and games. As it transpired, the children didn’t really need the ice breakers, they instantly embarked on engaging conversations with the residents. It was such a wonderful opportunity to boost pupils’ confidence and to improve ability to hold a polite and interesting conversation with someone new. We’re sure from the laughter and the lit-up faces, that the residents gained a great deal from the burst of youthful chatter too! After tearing themselves away from talk of football tournaments yet to be played, facts about their current topic on Ancient Egypt, favourite lunches and details of new pets, the children played an exciting game of Yes or No. The children all agreed they’d love to return to The Anchorage again soon. Archie said ‘The people at the care home where very nice and kind. It was really fun talking to them.’ Margot agreed and said that ‘the lady I spoke to was very kind and lovely.’ Ben C said ‘It was very enjoyable because we got to interact with people who were older than us.’ For more information please visit: www.st-james-coldwaltham.w-sussex.sch.uk
The big day came and there was a mix of excitement and nerves as some of the girls had no idea what to expect. The nerves quickly dissipated (for the players, I can’t say the same for the parents and headteacher on the sideline) as the goals began to flow. The team did brilliantly making it all the way to the final, only conceding a single goal. The final was a tense affair with fabulous defending, particularly from the Bobby Moore-esque Zeva. In the end, a moment of brilliance from Messi, sorry Kelly settled the game and the girls were victorious. Unfortunately, the game was so tense that I didn’t get any photos! A couple of weeks later and the children had to remain tight-lipped about the priceless visitor we had to school – real pieces of the moon. The children invited their parents in to share their work and were able to explore the moon rock and other geological delights from our solar system (the Martian rock was a particular favourite). This was all part of Kestrel Class’s work learning about the first moon landings that took place 50 years ago. It certainly inspired the children with lots of writing about the moon and one reception child creating their own book about our solar system. Mr Moore, Headteacher www.bury.w-sussex.sch.uk
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St Mary’s Pulborough Titanic, Christian Aid & Peter Pan Our recent topics in school have included ‘Our Wonderful World’ in Key Stage 1, ‘The Romans’ in Year 3, ‘Temples, Tombs and Treasure’ in Year 4 and ‘Under the Waves’ for Year 5, with an added strand of study on the Titanic. Our children have really got to grips with these engaging and exciting topics and no ships were harmed during Year 5’s studies! Links to St Mary’s Church Being a church school, we are very lucky to have St Mary’s Church as an important local resource and wherever possible we use it for services and also for history research. The children very much enjoy the experience of a service in a different environment and are always keen to take part. At the end of term, the Year 6 children will travel to Worth Abbey for the Diocesan Leavers’ service, where they will be joined by other Year 6 children from church schools in the county. Peter Pan The Summer production scripts have been handed out – this year we will be presenting ‘Peter Pan – the British Musical’ by Piers Chater Robinson, based on the novel by J. M. Barrie, in the Big Top; the main characters will be played by the Year 6 children, supported by Years 3, 4 and 5 in the choir. There are two perform-
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ances on Tuesday 9th July at 1.30 and 6.00pm, Thursday 11th July at 6.00pm and Friday at 6.00pm. The tickets are now on sale, costing £6 for adults and £3 for children of primary school age. If you would like to join us at any of the performances, please call the School Office on 01798 872007 to reserve tickets. Christian Aid In classes we have discussed the aims of Christian Aid and the groups of people around the work that benefit from the work done by this charity. This year's Christian Aid Week appeal was titled 'Hands across the World.' We were inspired by the stories of two young girls from Sierra Leone named Rejoice and Kadiatu. Thanks to the work and mission of Christian Aid, they now have the opportunity to go to school to fulfil their ambitions of becoming a lawyer and a doctor. If you are new to the area, or are still undecided as to which school would be best for your child, please contact us on 01798 872007 to arrange a visit. Mrs S Copus, Headteacher www.st-marys-pulborough.w-sussex.sch.uk
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Why behaviour change is hard By Heather Smith, Personal Trainer Link your fingers together and hold your palms together. Notice which thumb you naturally put on top. Now try putting the other thumb on top. Weird, right?
never goes away, but once we’ve consciously followed through with the change for long enough, it will become easier and stop needing so much attention.
Not only is every bit of your being shouting at you to go back to what is familiar, but it is now incredibly difficult to think about anything else– all of your concentration is focused on remembering the keep the ‘wrong’ thumb on top.
But until we get to that point, we need to keep ourselves off autopilot. We need to remember to remember, and not allow ourselves to get distracted. As soon as we get distracted, the fast brain can override our desire to change by returning us to our well-practiced habits.
It’s just the same when we’re trying to change our mid-morning latte and croissant to a plain coffee. To make a true life-long change, we have to truly invest in it. We have to stay conscious of the change we are trying to make, and why, and keep the focus on the change all the time. Part of our brain works quickly to make shortcuts so we can do familiar things automatically; like driving, or brushing teeth. Part of our brain works slowly, for things we do consciously. Amazingly, our slow-brain only accounts for about 5% of our decision making! It’s expensive to our brain to change the habits we have on autopilot, which is why we have to invest so much effort into making the change. The old habit
Try putting small routines in place to help you remember to remember, these take much less energy than big changes. These might be writing a list before you go shopping, writing a menu for the week ahead or leaving your trainers by the door. These sound like small actions, but they are pretty easy to remember, and jog your conscious brain into remembering what changes you’re trying to make. Heather Smith is a fat loss specialist Personal Trainer. www.fitbiztraining.co.uk
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Paws for thought The benefits of owning a pet
Dr Julian Hoad
Research has shown that pet ownership could have a big part to play in enhancing human well-being by staving off the growing social issue of loneliness and social isolation.
The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) has said that its research reinforces the importance of the social bond between humans and pets. Many people responding to the research said that having a pet made them feel less lonely and 85% believed that interaction with a pet could help to reduce loneliness. In addition a majority of respondents agreed that human-animal interactions helped address social isolation and often helped them to connect with other people. Interestingly the research showed that owning a pet made the owner less shy.
when people understand how good pets are for them, they take better care of them.
Most pet owners know how good they make us feel when we come home from a long day and put a smile on our face. However, the science shows the importance of pets to healthy people, families and communities. It's good news for the pets as well because
Happy pet ownership!
Despite all these benefits, if you are thinking of buying a pet make sure you give it some thought before doing so. We want people to make informed decisions based on the type of animal that would be best for them and, more importantly, to consider if they have the resources to properly care for it. Crossways Veterinary Group, School Hill, Storrington, 01903 743040 www.crosswaysvets.co.uk
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Win a family VIP ticket to Enchanted Horsham A family friendly festival full of magic and fun, Fri 23rd - Sun 25th Aug
Enchanted Horsham, the dazzling festival for families and friends of all ages, returns to Horsham Park on 23rd, 24th and 25th August 2019. And as part of the Horsham District Year of Culture 2019 programme, it is bigger and more spectacular than ever. Taking place from 5pm to 11.30pm daily it is a wonderland of entertainment, music and fun. Meet Gnomus the incredible 4m tall puppet and Keeper of the Dragon’s Eggs, and before you dig for dragon bones… perhaps you would like to fly across the sky as a dragon looking down at the event using a Dragon’s Eye Virtual Reality headset? Listen to an eclectic lineup of rock ‘n’ roll, reggae, jazz, ska, along with the UK’s best Beatles cover band and be sure to see Princess the unicorn, who will enchant you with her beauty. The magic continues as you become immersed in the mermaid’s tales and interact with life-sized puppets; and there’s circus performance, street theatre and circus workshops, along with roving bands, entertainers and of course, Harris’s Vintage Victorian Funfair. Boutique stalls will tempt you as you wander through the vibrant market to find unique items to adorn both you and your lifestyle, and as you are assailed with tempting aromas, what will you treat your taste buds to? Choose from a mouth-watering array of global street food stalls and pop-up restaurants as they nestle alongside beer from Harvey’s, Kent Cider, wine, champagne, gin and cocktail bars. As dusk falls, a huge mechanical dragon with pyrotechnical performers headlines the spectacular fire show and heralds the opening of The Secret
Illuminated Gardens. As the magical gardens reveal themselves and bring to life the dragon’s eggs and mystical tales, the beautiful illuminations, large scale projections, and performers, will light your way with pathways of light and fire! Don’t forget to come dressed in your most ‘Enchanted’ costume, to pose on the catwalk and see if you will be the lucky winner of the £500 goody bag awarded to the ‘Best Dressed’ child, adult or dog! And will you dance the night away in the silent disco or perhaps relax and watch a film in the silent cinema, where you can see The Greatest Showman, The Princess Bride & Enchanted? Lucky winners will receive a Family VIP Ticket worth £150, which includes fast track entry for the all 3 days of the Bank Holiday weekend; a glass of sparkling wine or soft drink, and entry to the VIP marquee. Buy tickets and more www.enchantedhorsham.co.uk
Win tickets to Enchanted Horsham To enter the competition simply answer the following question: Q: What is the name of the Giant Gnome? a) Bob b) Gnomus c) Gnomeo Send your answer and contact details to: Enchanted Horsham Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/features/competitions Winner drawn after 31st July 2019. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.
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Bury Council News Edited extracts from the minutes of Bury Parish Council meeting on Monday 13th May. Common land footpaths & projects Mowing has been started around the village. The appointed Councillor has been advised about the legal aspects, in particular the land owner’s responsibilities. Village Hall Committee The Council suggested that the fire checks, currently being done by Hampshire Fire Protection, should be done by a more local company. Additionally, the fire risks and PACT testing needs to be done annually. There are currently two quotes for the testing of circuits and PACT testing which need to be reviewed. Squires Cottages Charity The Clerk mentioned that the Squires Cottages Charity may need to renovate No. 1 Squires Cottage in the near future. No. 2 Squires Cottage has been done three years ago, and through the then Chairman managing the project carefully and attending the site daily, the cost has been less than £45,000. The Charity, from which the money would be taken for renovations, has limited funds, and it would not be legal to transfer money from BPC to the Charity. Both cottages are a village asset and money from
them has been used on Bury Green and the Village Hall Car Park recently. The Bury Green loan is still outstanding, but usually the payments are made from the Squires Cottage Charity. The Clerk emphasised that the Charity would need to not only pay for the renovations, but would also lose one of the incomes whilst the cottage was not being rented. She felt that this would be a priority for next year until the Charity recovered from this spending. BPC should not rely on certain expenditure being funded by it. Planning - Alleged breach of rules Regarding the Farmhouse and Arun Cottage (SDNP/17/03475/HOUS SDNP/17/03475/HOUS), SDNP/17/03475/HOUS many people in the village are shocked that the old part of the house, which was very old, was demolished. This alleged breach of Planning has been reported to Chichester District Council, and is under investigation. There are also concerns about the damage to The Hollow by the large vehicles involved in the work. The Chairman also expressed concerns about biodiversity. The Council are working to resolve the issue. www.sites.google.com/buryparishcouncil
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Coldwaltham PC Edited extracts from the draft minutes of the Annual Parish meeting held on 14th May 2019. St James expansion proposal St James hope to submit a planning application to build a new multipurpose unit, as a designated space for science, music, drama and ecology. The school will be seeking the support of the community and asked if they could call upon on support from the Parish Council. The estimated cost is expected to be less than £250,000 in total. Electric car charging point The School Governors had suggested that the Sandham Hall install an electric car charging point for the use of the community. It was suggested they make contact directly with the Sandham Hall Committee regarding this issue. Brookview Meadow update The manure on the Brookview Meadow has not been moved, despite the councillor’s beliefs that the South Downs National Park (SDNPA) had reached an agreement with the Barlavington Estate for its removal – the situation has not changed for the last 3 months. Nitrifying the meadow would not be consistent with the field remaining a wildlife meadow. The Parish Council is due to challenge the SDNPA for information regarding the situation, as the issue has received some very scathing comments in the village.
Parish Council News 53 Brook Lane fly tipping A number of committee members shared their concern on the fly tipping which had occurred on Brook Lane. It has also been noticed that tyres have been dumped there in the past. Members suggested that an article is to be included on the website informing members of the public on how to report this directly to Horsham District Council, details of which are now found on their website. Traffic sign repairs The Councillor advised the committee that two ‘give way’ traffic signs have been damaged. One at the junction of the A29 and the entrance to the Hardham Waterworks, and another on the A29 at its junction with Old London Road on the Pub side at the Pulborough end. WSCC Highways are to be informed of the situation in order to organise works to have these repaired. Road Safety On the note of road safety, the council concluded that the local Speedwatch Team are doing an excellent job to ensure the safety of drivers and pedestrians in the community. It is well received that there are members of the community who are taking on voluntary roles within the village to limit speeding in order to protect others. www.coldwalthampc.org.uk
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Fittleworth PC Edited extracts from draft minutes of the Parish Council meeting on 20th May 2019. Public Questions Q - A member of the public asked if there will be any reconditioning work done on the grass at the recreation ground - in summer evenings there can be up to 40 children playing on it due to the success of the Community Shop and playground. A - The Clerk will contact Grasstex to carry out a site visit, prepare a report of recommendations and provide a quote for the proposed solution. Q - Inconsiderate parking on local roads was reported. A - Councillors advise members of the public that this should be reported on the Love West Sussex mobile app. Q - Fly tipping has occurred on Hesworth Lane. A - The incident has been reported to Chichester District Council (CDC) and members of the public are encouraged to report any fly tipping to the CDC as soon as possible. Highways and Footpaths Following the poor road condition of School Close, the road has since been patched up. The road also has a fallen traffic speed sign. WSCC have acknowledged
that the sign needs to be secured into position, however this job will be completed when a substantial job list has been created to warrant a team to go out and complete the tasks. Maintenance The electrician has carried out work and invoiced the council for annual electrical checks on the Sports and Social Pavilion. The Village Hall roof is needing repair. This is due to be looked at by Fetflix Roofing. Discussions with the Village Hall Committee, the Parish Council and the Shop Committee to discuss the landscaping outside the shop, around the Village hall and car park was scheduled for 22nd May. Parish Council Strategic Plan The current plan (dated 2017) was circulated to the councillors prior to the meeting. It was suggested that the plan should be updated to reflect the competition of the shop project an to formulate a strategy for the new Parish Council in the updated document. This has been deferred until the September 2019 Parish Council meeting. www.fittleworth www.fittleworthw.fittleworth-pc.org.uk
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Pulborough Parish Council Edited extracts from the draft minutes of the Recreation and Open Spaces Committee meeting held on 23rd May 2019. Sussex Clubs for Young People (SCYP) update SCYP have now taken over the youth club on a Thursday and are working with the Neighbourhood Wardens to look at doing outreach work with young people in the community. Allotment Holder Request The Council received a request from an allotment holder to purchase and install a shed within his rented allotment plot. Members accepted the request, yet recommended that a lock is used on the shed. Lifebuoy in Carpenters Meadow The lifebuoy ring in Carpenters Meadow has gone missing. After trying to replace it, it has been found the existing casing will not house any new ring as the diameter is too big for the case. The Committee resolved to not purchase a new housing and ring, given that another one could be found in the communal gardens in Skeyne Drive. Safety Correspondence regarding the missing goal post covers on the main recreation ground and notification
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that a child’s foot went down the hole, the child was unhurt, but the resident requested that these are covered. The Parish Office apologised for the incident and advised that sourcing covers for these oval holes has been difficult. The Parish Council’s caretaker has a contact who is looking to source covers to fit these holes and the Deputy Clerk will closely monitor the situation. Prospects for Pocket Park The Committee wish to look further into funding to develop playground items in Pocket Park. The Clerk is to arrange a site meeting shortly so that items can be thought about whilst on site. Additionally, St. Mary’s School will be contacted for any ideas they may have for their area in Pocket Park - suggestions are currently a wigwam or totem pole. Pulborough Pythons FC Notification that the club will no longer be running as new teams have been difficult to obtain over the previous year. Thanks sent, on behalf of the Council, from the Parish Office. www.pulboroughparishcouncil.gov.uk
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West Chiltington Parish Council Annual Parish Councillor Vacancy There Following a resignation, we now have a casual vacancy in the office of Parish Councillor. The council is made up of 13 volunteers who give their life experience, common sense, local knowledge and love of West Chiltington to represent the residents on the Parish Council, which is the first tier of local government. Why not come along to one of our meetings to see how we do it? All councillors must either live or work in the parish. To obtain an application form email Anna Chambers, Parish Clerk at clerk@wcpc.org.uk or phone any of the councillors for an informal chat to find out more about this voluntary community role. All details are on the West Chiltington Parish Council website www.wcpc.org.uk Broadband Once Contractors can be seen out and about in West Chiltington preparing for FTTP (fibre to the premises) by cable, that instead of being underground will be fitted overhead using existing telephone poles. If you
can see twisted blue rope on a pole, it is there to pull the new fibre cable through. If you see complicated new black boxes at the top of a pole, fibre cable will have been connected to that point. OpenReach still have to commence connection of overhead fibre cables into the green cabinets that have already been provided to enable FTTC (fibre to the cabinet) in West Chiltington. Lastly, you will have to order (and pay for) the fibre cable connection into your house or business. When all this is finished, download speeds above 300Mbps should be available and up to 1Gbps. You can read more online by visiting www.homeandbusiness.openreach.co.uk/fibrebroadband/when-can-i-get-fibre/fibre-journey Reduction in singlesingle-use plastic A plan to eliminate single-use plastics and avoid unnecessary plastic waste has been launched by West Sussex County Council. The County Council will carry out a full audit of all the plastic it uses across its buildings and set targets for reduction as part of a Plastics Action Plan published last week. The council has made a commitment to find alternatives to plastic wherever possible and to use recycled plastic when it isn’t. The council will also ensure that where possible, plastic items they do use can be reused or recycled. Tel: 01798 817434 wcpc.org.uk clerk@wcpc.org.uk The Parish Office, Church Street, West Chiltington, RH20 2JW. Normally open Tue-Thu 10am–2pm.
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