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PULBOROUGH | BURY | FITTLEWORTH | NUTBOURNE | WEST CHILTINGTON Local news & features through the door to 5,958 homes via Royal Mail

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Books - Walking Brighton & Hove & Imagine Eating Lemons Tastings, art & tour - Wakehurst “Nourish”

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HELLO! August is traditionally the month when we try to slow things down a little. It feels like this month is different with no school (= less traffic) and many people taking things at a less frantic pace.

Plus we have a final Bank Holiday before Christmas. The Late Summer Bank Holiday was introduced in 1871 to give us all a chance to make the most of the summer, and in particular for bank employees to attend cricket matches! It didn't always fall on the last Monday up until 1971 it took place on the first Monday of August. It was moved as it clashed with the traditional two week shut down that many companies operated then.

In this issue: August events – outdoor theatre, festivals, open gardens; tips on how to find a plot if you’ve ever considered building your own home; health and wellbeing advice on Menopause; puzzles and things to win! There’s also an exclusive article on West Sussex Alternative Provision College, giving children excluded from school and poorly children the chance to learn.

Until next month,

Kris & Jeff

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Sussex Local cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions or claims made by contributors. Views and opinions of contributors are not necessarily those of the publisher.

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Win tickets to 'Nourish After Hours' at Wakehurst

Charity Profile - West Sussex Alternative Provision College

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Charity & Community News

Motoring - International driving laws

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In Your Garden - Create a Rose Garden

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Local Schools News

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Win a copy of Imagine Eating Lemons

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Prize Crossword - win a £20 discount at The Rising Sun

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Local Council News

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Classified Business Directory

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Index of Advertisers

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Property - Building the Dream

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Property - How to find a plot

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Recipe - Sussex honey & peanut butter fudge

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Health & Wellbeing Menopause advice

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Local Guided Walks

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Win a signed copy of Walking Brighton & Hove

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06/08/2022 8:00 AM 14,000ft Tandem Skydive with Army Parachute Association Register for a military-grade tandem skydive run in aid of Care for Veterans. Netheravon Airfield Fittleton SN9 6DF £70. Min age is 16.

Contact Care for Veterans: 01903 790352 www.careforveterans.org.uk christine.gillott@careforveterans.org.uk 13/08/2022 2:00 PM Cinnamon Trust Cream Tea Findon Cream Tea and Fundraising Sale in aid of the Cinnamon Trust Kyle Cottage Findon BN14 0SU £3 Free Maggie Martin maggiemartin8@googlemail.com

04/08/2022 8:00 PM Felpham Singles Social Club Monthly social club for single, widowed or divorced of mature age. The George Inn, Bognor Regis PO22 7PL Free Anne Cook anniecook555@yahoo.com www.felphamsingles@yolasite.com Every Wed 11:30 AM Wednesday Lunch Club Pulborough lunch club for over-55’s with social activities before lunch Pulborough Village Hall RH20 2BF £5 louisekaiser4807@gmail.com

CHILDREN'S EVENTS 4th & 9th Aug 10:30 AM Arundel Museum: Children's Art Workshops Arundel Museum BN18 9PA £10 office@arundelmuseum.org www.arundelmuseum.org 23rd July - 29th August 10:00 AM Summer Holiday Fun at Amberley Museum Join Amberley Museum for a summer holiday of activities BN18 9LT office@amberleymuseum.co.uk www.amberleymuseum.co.uk/whats-on/ Every Fri 11:00 AM Fab Friday family event day at RSPB Pulborough Brooks Discover nature at RSPB Pulborough Brooks RH20 2EL. Adults: £4 (members free). Children: £10 per child / £8 for RSPB members lydia.fletcher@rspb.co.uk events.rspb.org.uk/events/19638 Every Wed 11:00 AM Wild Wednesday family event days at RSPB Pulborough Brooks Discover nature at RSPB Pulborough Brooks RH20 2EL Adults: £4 (members free). Children: £10 per child / £8 for RSPB members. Contact Lydia Fletcher: pulborough.brooks@rspb.co.uk www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reservesa-z/pulborough-brooks/

COMMUNITY 24/08/2022 7:00 PM Angel in Blue Psychic evening Social/support evening & Psychics Medium Monthly demonstration Storrington Village Hall RH20 4DZ £6 Val vharber@btinternet.com 30/08/2022 10:30 AM Proud to Care - Bognor Regis Recruitment Fair Meet local adult care services looking to add you to their team The Regis Centre PO21 1BL Free proudtocare@westsussex.gov.uk www.proudtocarewestsussex.com

COURSES & TUITION 23/08/2022 9:30 AM Birding for beginners autumn migration at Pulborough Brooks Get to grips with migratory birds this Autumn at Pulborough Brooks RSPB RH20 2EL £20.50 for members and £25.50 for Non-members Lydia 01798 875851 lydia.fletcher@rspb.co.uk events.rspb.org.uk/events/18743 30/08/2022 4:30 PM Brinsbury College Yes Day Course Information Evening at Brinsbury Brinsbury College Pulborough RH20 1DL Kerry Sharp 01243 786321 sharpk@chichester.ac.uk

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EXHIBITIONS 1st - 9th Aug 10:30 AM Work in Progress: Restoring ‘Petworth’s Beauties’ See two recently restored ‘Beauties’ portraits at Petworth House and Park GU28 9LR Adult: £16 Child: £8 petworth@nationaltrust.org.uk nationaltrust.org.uk/petworth-house-and-park 13/08/2022 10:00 AM Open Day for Rydon Secondary School & Storrington Brownies Help identify and date old photos of pupils from Rydon and Brownies Storrington Museum RH20 4LL Free storringtonmuseum@hotmail.com www.storringtonmuseum.com 1st - 14th Aug 10:00 AM The Art of Chichester: 60 Years of Creativity Exhibition telling the story of how the arts have put Chichester and areas on the map The Novium Museum PO19 1QH Free thenovium@chichester.gov.uk www.thenovium.org 13th - 17th Aug 9:30 AM Downland Art Society Summer Exhibition from one of the leading Art Societies in West Sussex Norfolk Centre Arundel BN18 9PA Free Chris chrisjshaw49@gmail.com downland.org 1st - 20th Aug 9:00 AM Together We Rise an exhibition of over 30 artworks Chichester Cathedral PO19 1PX Donations welcomed 01243 782595 info@chichestercathedral.org.uk www.chichestercathedral.org.uk/ Every Fri 10:00 AM Blue Idol Open Days Visit local historic building and Quaker place of worship. Enjoy the peaceful garden. Blue Idol Quaker Meeting House Coolham RH13 8QP Free admin@blueidol.org www.blueidol.org

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT 06/08/2022 10:30 AM Reptile safari at Pulborough Brooks Get up close and personal with the reptiles at Pulborough Brooks RSPB RH20 2EL £12.50 for RSPB members and £15.50 for Non members Lydia 01798 875851 lydia.fletcher@rspb.co.uk events.rspb.org.uk/ events/18634 6th & 7th Aug 2022 10:00 AM Retro Wheels at Amberley Museum Visit Amberley Museum and celebrate the bicycle. BN18 9LT See website for more details office@amberleymuseum.co.uk www.amberleymuseum.co.uk/whats-on/

13/08/2022 2:00 PM Incredible invertebrates heathland safari at Pulborough Brooks Discover heathland invertebrates at RSPB Pulborough Brooks RH20 2EL £12.50 for members and £15.50 for non members Lydia Fletcher 01798 875851 lydia.fletcher@rspb.co.uk events.rspb.org.uk/events/18741 20/08/2022 12:00 PM St Symphorian's Church Summer Fete Traditional Church Fete with lots of games and fun. St Symphorian's Church Worthing BN13 2PU www.sstsymphorians.co.uk publicity@stsymphorians.co.uk 20/08/2022 7:00 PM Night-time safari at Pulborough Brooks an evening pond dip and meet some moths and bats RSPB Pulborough Brooks RH20 2EL £16.50 RSPB member £20.50 Non-member Child: £8.50 RSPB member £10.50 Non-Members Lydia Fletcher 01798 875851 lydia.fletcher@rspb.co.uk events.rspb.org.uk/events/18742 21/08/2022 10:00 AM Communications & Commercials at Amberley Museum learn about how communications have evolved Amberley Museum BN18 9LT See website for more details office@amberleymuseum.co.uk www.amberleymuseum.co.uk/whats-on/ communications/ 26/08/2022 4:00 PM Goodwood Racecourse August Bank Holiday Racing Three days of racing over the August bank holiday, commencing with a bang for the annual Friday night fireworks with complimentary activities. Goodwood Racecourse Chichester PO18 0PS From £12 Under 18's go free ticketoffice@goodwood.com www.goodwood.com/horseracing/fixturesevents/august-bank-holiday/ 3rd & 4th Sep 11:30 AM ABC Animal Sanctuary Fun Weekend Open to public. Live music, food, stalls and kiddies corner. See the animals and groom a pony. ABC Animal Sanctuary West Chiltington RH20 2JS £5 Free under 14 Cheryl Tofield-Cook or Maggie Southwell 07770 667319 or 07900 124841 cheryl@abcanimalsanctuary.co.uk www.abcanimalsanctuary.co.uk 3rd & 4th Sep 10:00 AM Macmillan Vintage Rally Steam rally stationary engines, tractors, cars, bikes, commercial steam, military bygones, trade craft Macmillan Vintage Rally Petworth GU28 9JW Adult: £4-5 Child: £2 sylvia.haydon@btinternet.com

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FAYRES & FETES 13/08/2022 10:00 AM Steampunk at Amberley Museum Steampunk returns for a weekend of anachronistic madness Amberley Museum BN18 9LT See website for more details office@amberleymuseum.co.uk amberleymuseum.co.uk/whats-on/steampunk/ 13/08/2022 1:00 PM Yapton Village Summer Fair Yapton Summer Fair is a day for all the family on the village green King George V Playing Fields Yapton BN18 0ET Rosemarie Davidge 07960 020455 rosemarie.davidge@hotmail.co.uk 20/08/2022 12:00 PM Summer Fayre - Care for Veterans, Worthing The annual Summer Fayre is back in Gifford House Worthing BN11 4LJ Entry by donation 01903 218444 christine.gillott@careforveterans.org.uk www.careforveterans.org.uk 20/08/2022 1:30 PM Ashington Festival a large village day with a Carnival. Ashington Recreation Ground RH20 3JX Free Margaret Alford 01903 892633 margaret@ashingtonfestival.co.uk www.ashingtonfestival.co.uk

03/09/2022 12:00 PM Boxgrove Companion Dog Show With Obedience 26 classes including Pedigree, Novelty and Obedience Fun Agility, Stalls, Free Parking Boxgrove Village Hall Chichester PO18 0EE Sylvia 07751 017339 sylvia.hubbard@btinternet.com

FILM 19th - 21st Aug 6:30 PM Outdoor cinema at Petworth House and Park Films in the setting of Petworth House and Park GU28 9LR Adult: £15 Child: £7.50 Petworth Property Office petworth@nationaltrust.org.uk nationaltrust.org.uk/petworth 03/09/2022 6:30 PM Outdoor Screening - Back to the Future (1985) Enjoy a picnic style outdoor cinema of the classic film - Back to the Future (1985) on the Madehurst Cricket Ground BN18 0NN £12.50.

Contact details for The Sussex Snowdrop Trust: 01243 572433 office@snowdroptrust.com www.thesussexsnowdroptrust.com

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FOOD / ENTERTAINMENT 11th - 14th & 18th - 21st Aug 6:00 PM Nourish After Hours Join Wakehurst for an evening of art, food tasting and live performance. Wakehurst Haywards Heath RH17 6TN Adult: £15 Child: £9 (Under 4s free but event recommended for over 8s) wakehurst@kew.org www.kew.org/ wakehurst/whats-on/nourish/nourish-after-hours

GARDENS & HORTICULTURE 06/08/2022 2:00 PM Lavant Horticultural Society Annual Flower Show at Lavant Memorial Hall East Lavant PO18 0AH Visitors free, Entrants to the competition classes small fee per entry Mike chairman@lavanthortsoc.org.uk 13/08/2022 2:00 PM Flower and Produce Show Felpham and Middleton Horticultural Society are hosting a Flower and Produce Show St Mary's Centre Felpham PO22 7NU £0.50p, Children go free membership@fandmhs.co.uk www.fandmhs.co.uk

Every Mon in Aug 9:00 AM NGS Open Garden, Old Cross Street Farm, West Burton Garden open by arrangement for the National Garden Scheme Old Cross Street Farm Pulborough RH20 1HD £6. Children go free. Belinda & David Wilkinson belinda@westburton.com findagarden.ngs.org.uk/garden/37847/oldcross-street-farm Every Thu 10:30 AM The Old Vicarage, Washington open for National Garden Scheme from July to October The Old Vicarage Washington RH20 4AS £7 01483 211535 hello@ngs.org.uk ngs.org.uk Every Thu & Fri 10:30 AM Visit Woolbeding Gardens Explore the National Trust's Woolbeding Gardens Midhurst GU29 9RR £10 / £5 woolbedinggardens@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/woolbeding-gardens

HEALTH & FITNESS 21/08/2022 9:30 AM Guided Trail Run A coachled trail run to explore the South Downs Pulborough RH20 £5 Tanya Boardman tanya@tanyaboardman.co.uk www.tanyaboardman.co.uk

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Max 10 participants. Thakeham Village Hall RH20 3GP £10 per session Rosie Robertson robertsonr730@yahoo.com Every Tue 6:30 PM Arun Valley Runners meet on a Tuesday evening to help build confidence in running Watersfield Recreation Ground RH20 £5 Tanya tanya@tanyaboardman.co.uk www.tanyaboardman.co.uk/

MUSIC 05/08/2022 7:30 PM 60 Minutes of Classical Music with the Alan Shellard clarinet trio.

Studio 1, Regis Centre Bognor Regis PO21 1BN Over 25’s - £6.50. Under 25's - £3.50.

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06/08/2022 7:30 PM PZAZZ an evening of music to kick off summer Alexandra Theatre, Regis Centre PO21 1BN £18 Hazel Latus hazel.latus@regiscentre.co.uk www.alexandratheatre.co.uk 13/08/2022 7:30 PM Opera night with soloists and string orchestra. Alexandra Theatre, Regis Centre PO21 1BN £15 under 25's £7.50 Hazel Latus hazel.latus@regiscentre.co.uk www.alexandratheatre.co.uk 19/08/2022 7:30 PM Cadillac Country’s Rockin Roadhouse Live Country Music Washington Village Hall Pulborough RH20 4AP £5 Bryon Winslade bwinslade@hotmail.com 20/08/2022 2:00 PM All Kinds of Folk concert Folk Concert in Aid of Ukraine and Family Support Work Brambly Croft Field Amberley BN18 9LT £15 Under 18 free. Hazel Allinson hazel.allinson@btinternet.com 28/08/2022 5:00 PM 100 Years of Big Bands Tracing the history of Jazz from Louis Armstrong to Michael Buble with a little Sinatra. Congress Theatre Eastbourne CR8 4DD £23 gbmusicteam@aol.com lpswingorchestra.co

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210 What's On 01/09/2022 8:00 PM The Ace Tones - a charity event The Ace Tones present 50's - 60's Rock 'n' Roll in aid of St. Wilfred's Hospice. Alexandra Theatre, Regis Centre PO21 1BN £20.50. Hazel 01243 867676 hazel.latus@regiscentre.co.uk www.alexandratheatre.co.uk 04/09/2022 2:30 PM Proms At Sea - a charity concert in aid of The B.H.F & The Ukraine Appeal. Alexandra Theatre, Regis Centre PO21 1BN £8-10 Hazel Latus 01243 867676 hazel.latus@regiscentre.co.uk www.alexandratheatre.co.uk 8th & 13th Aug 7:30 PM Chichester Music Society Concert The Chichester Music Society is supporting music students at the University of Chichester, and promoting concerts and lecture recitals Chapel of the Ascension PO19 6PE Free. cyndy@profact.co.uk chichestermusicsociety.org.uk

SALES & MARKETS 20/08/2022 9:00 AM Arundel Farmers Market 3rd Saturday every month - discover local growers, bakers, meat, poultry, flowers, plants and food and drink makers Arundel BN18 9AA www.arundelfarmersmarket.co.uk

29/08/2022 12:00 PM Nearly New / New Ladies Clothes sale unworn, hardly worn, and new clothes for sale Thakeham Village Hall RH20 3GW free (£1 donation recommended) 07920 764310 carolinebeardall@gmail.com Every Fri 9:45 AM Storrington Community Market Weekly market selling local fresh produce plus crafts, fashion and health products plus cafe. Storrington Village Hall RH20 4DZ Free Katie katiebridge17@gmail.com

TALKS 02/08/2022 2:00 PM 2 O'Clock Club at the Regis Centre Kate Bennet, giving a talk about theatre. Studio 1, Regis Centre PO21 1BN £4.50-6 Hazel hazel.latus@regiscentre.co.uk www.alexandratheatre.co.uk 03/08/2022 2:00 PM Poetry, Prose and Play Exracts: Rowan Suart A presentation of literary readings. Boxgrove Village Hall Chichester PO18 OEE £7. £2 for students. Chichester Literary Society infochichesterlitsoc@gmail.com www.chichesterliterarysociety.org

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16/08/2022 7:30 PM Pride & Prejudice TIMT’s adaptation of the novel. Church of the Holy 04/08/2022 7:00 Sepulchre Ashington RH20 3AW £15 Child: £12 PM Pride & info@thisismytheatre.com Prejudice This Is My www.thisismytheatre.com/warminghurst-pride Theatre's (TIMT) 16th - 21st Aug 2022 2:30 PM / 7:30 PM adaptation of the MAMMA MIA! Set on a Greek island this story is novel, with music told through the songs of ABBA Brighton Centre and merriment The Kings Road BN1 2GR From £15 6+ Paddock Pharmacy brightoncentre@brighton-hove.gov.uk 01273 Upper Beeding BN44 3HZ £15 Child: £6 This Is 290131 www.brightoncentre.co.uk/whatsMy Theatre info@thisismytheatre.com on/2022/mamma-mia/ www.thisismytheatre.com/upper-beeding21/08/2022 3:00 PM The Railway Children prideandprejudice TIMT’s adaptation of the novel, The Hawth 14/08/2022 7:30 PM The Story of Rogers & Theatre Crawley RH10 6YZ £15 Child: £12 Hammerstein Alexandra Theatre, Regis Centre hawthboxoffice@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk PO21 1BN £15-17 Hazel Latus www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk/The-Hawth/ hazel.latus@regiscentre.co.uk show/03d08bea-7893-ec11-aa54www.alexandratheatre.co.uk a9016aef6556/the-railway-children 15/08/2022 5:00 PM The Railway Children 25/08/2022 7:30 PM New Amen Corner TIMT’s adaptation of the novel, with music and Bringing on Back the 60's A fast moving show merriment. The Paddock Pharmacy, Upper with hits from the 60's. Alexandra Theatre, Beeding BN44 3HZ £10 Child; £6 This Is My Regis Centre PO21 1BN £21.50 Hazel Latus Theatre info@thisismytheatre.com hazel.latus@regiscentre.co.uk www.thisismytheatre.com www.alexandratheatre.co.uk More events on www.sussexlocal.net - please contact event organisers to check for changes FREE*

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26/08/2022 7:30 PM The Roy Orbison Story 01/09/2022 2:30 PM Crazy for You - Dementia Much music & stories - presenting The Roy Friendly Performance of the Gershwin musical Orbison Story. Alexandra Theatre, Regis Centre welcoming people living with dementia PO21 1BN £24 Contact Hazel: Chichester Festival Theatre PO19 6AP £16 hazel.latus@regiscentre.co.uk access@cft.org.uk cft.org.uk/dementiafriendly www.alexandratheatre.co.uk 02/09/2022 7:00 PM Pride & Prejudice TIMT’s 28/08/2022 3:00 PM The Railway Children adaptation of the novel, Nymans Handcross TIMT’s adaptation of the novel, Beach House RH17 6BT £18 Child: £10. Contact Nymans: Gardens Worthing BN11 2DB £18 Child: £10 nymans@nationaltrust.org.uk info@thisismytheatre.com thisismytheatre.com www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events/a95df12d6ad2-49bf-8cb5-cb21a716ceb0/pages/details 29/08/2022 6:00 PM The Railway Children TIMT’s WALKS adaptation of the novel 12th & 13th 8:00 PM Perseids meteor shower Nymans Handcross RH17 and nocturnal wildlife guided walk Bring a torch 6BT £18 Child: £10 and blanket to visit the Deer Park at night to nymans@nationaltrust.org.uk discover nocturna at Petworth House and Park nationaltrust.org.uk/events/29be5830-0e81GU28 9LR £8 Child: £4 nationaltrust.org.uk/ 43c3-a8c4-b87267b281d0/pages/details 25th - 30th Aug 11:00 AM Summer Theatre: The petworth petworth@nationaltrust.org.uk 31/08/2022 9:00 AM Heathland Sculpture Trail Jungle Book | Wakehurst Fun, songs and Walk, Wiggonholt free stroll across Pulborough adventure in this coming-of-age story for the Brooks to find Wiggonholt Cricket Pulborough family. Wakehurst Haywards Heath RH17 6TN Village Hall RH20 2BF Friends of the South From £16 (Adult Kew/Wakehurst Member) Downs friendsofthesouthdowns.org.uk £13.90 Wakehurst wakehurst@kew.org enquiries@friendsofthesouthdowns.org.uk www.kew.org/wakehurst More events on www.sussexlocal.net - please contact event organisers to check for changes

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'Nourish After Hours' at Wakehurst An evening of art, food tasting & live performance performances, from African drummers and dancers to a ukulele player at Nourish After Hours.

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Win a family ticket to Nourish After Hours events on the 21st August.

Come along this Summer to 'Nourish' at Wakehurst, Kew’s wild botanic garden in Sussex, and embark on a journey through spectacular, immersive artworks inspired by Kew’s worldleading international science projects.

Discover the future of plants and food, and nourish your mind and body as you encounter five striking new installations in our wild landscape.

Families can enjoy the Nourish children’s trail – perfect for little explorers.

Plus, with interactive workshops and special evening events, there’s a whole host of extra activities to enjoy this summer. Travel through our wild landscape and encounter live music and

For more information visit www.kew.org

Win a family ticket to ‘Nourish After Hours’ at Wakehurst To enter answer the following question: Q: What type of drummers will be playing at the after hours event? a) Mexican b) African c) Indian Send your answer and contact details to: ‘Nourish After Hours' Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or you can enter online at: www.sussexlocal.net/features/competitions Winner drawn after 15th August 2022. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

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Sussex Snippets Community news from across the counties More than £400,000 has been raised in one year so far to help find new spaces for nature in the South Downs National Park. The ReNature campaign is looking to create an extra 13,000 hectares of habitat where plants and animals can thrive. More at www.southdowns.enthuse.com/ HelpNatureReNature.

The South Downs Way, the 100mile chalk path between Winchester and Eastbourne, celebrated its 50th birth- (c)Mischa Haller day as a National Trail in July. For more information and to plan your visit go to www.nationaltrail.co.uk/en_GB/ trails/south-downs-way.

Adur District Council has amended its procedures so that councillors can impose tighter restrictions on the felling of trees in major developments. The new approach will mean that planning committees can specify that trees are to remain in place by attaching specific conditions to new planning permissions.

The Summer Reading Challenge is back at all 36 West Sussex Libraries.

This year’s theme is Gadgeteers and aims to inspire children to see the science and innovation behind everyday objects, showing that reading and science is for everyone. Sign up by visiting your local library or you can register online at www.westsussex.gov.uk/src and look out for the secret code word! The service is entirely free.

West Sussex charity 4Sight Vision Support has announced it will be running a Make a Will Fundraising Scheme in September. The charity, in conjunction with accountants Kreston Reeves, is inviting people to have their Wills or Lasting Powers of Attorney written (or Wills only, amended) for free, in return for a donation. Call 01243 828555, email fundraising@4sight.org.uk or alternatively visit www.4sight.org.uk.

Some West Sussex fire stations are holding open days where firefighters will be running a series of practical displays as well as being on hand to provide fire and road safety advice and answer any questions that people may have. The dates are : Crawley Fire Station 6th August; Haywards Heath Fire Station 27th August; Midhurst Fire Station 3rd September.

The Weald & Downland Living Museum in Chichester has been named Sussex Family Attraction of the Year in the 2022 Muddy Stiletto awards. Home to over 50 historic buildings from across the Weald and Downland area the Museum’s collection represents almost a 1,000 years of rural life in South East England.

The Museum has a packed programme of family fun planned throughout August. including outdoor theatre, nature trails, singing, puzzles, and crafts www.wealddown.co.uk The largest-ever local authority roll-out of electric vehicle (EV) charging points in the UK was launched in June in West Sussex. Thousands of chargepoints will be installed on streets, in public sector car parks and on community facilities across the county within the next ten years. The infrastructure will be installed and maintained by the company Connected Kerb.

RISE, Brighton & Hove’s domestic abuse charity, has announced its signature annual fundraising event, the 8k Undercliff Run for Women, is now open for registrations. The race is on Sunday 16th October, for more information and registration visit www.RISEuk.org.uk.

Baptism, confirmation, marriage, death and burial records spanning 457 years of Sussex history are now available to search online at Ancestry. Access to Ancestry is free at The Keep and all libraries across East and West Sussex.

The Keep is an archive centre and home to historic documents from East Sussex Record Office, Brighton and Hove City Council, and the University of Sussex. The public are welcome to visit to carry out research on family history or academic study, free of charge. www.thekeep.info.

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Charity & Community News Marathon Man runs 100 miles to support local NHS mental health services An NHS manager has raised over £1,000 by completing the South Downs Centurion challenge in less than 30 hours.

Ian Puttock is a Mental Health Programme Manager at Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, which provides mental health and learning disability services in Sussex. Ian completed the challenge, running from Winchester to Eastbourne, to support Heads On, the official charity at the Trust.

The money raised from completing the challenge will support the One Step at a Time running group, a local running club that aims to encourage and support people to improve their physical and mental health by participating in group running sessions.

Ian, from Angmering, was named Marathon Man after he completed an amazing marathon challenge back in 2018 and helped to fund the start of One Step at a Time.

Describing the feeling at the end of the race, Ian said: "I am so chuffed with my achievement, still

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pinching myself. Big thank you to everyone who supported me through their generous donations, this really helped in motivating me to the finish."

Running has been a huge part of Ian's life since suddenly losing his first wife 14 years ago, and he is a great advocate of the positive impact running can have, using it as a tool to escape the stresses of life and the impact they often have on us.

Ian commented: "I want to provide an opportunity for others who may not have yet found running as a way of helping improve their mental health and wellbeing. All money raised will go to helping me further build up the run club that I started before the pandemic and reach out to those who could benefit from joining."

To support Ian, visit his JustGiving page: Ian Puttock is fundraising for Heads On (justgiving.com)

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Green Interiors, Storrington Finishing touches for your home plus interior design & advice Few of us are fortunate enough to live in a home created exclusively for us by an interior designer.

There are, however affordable ways to put a personal stamp on our living space and Sussex Local talked to Lesley Benwell of Green Interiors in Storrington about how this might be achieved.

Lesley’s background is new home sales and she has fitted out several show homes. She took over this established shop (adjacent to the post office) in January of this year. She told us that she is very customer focused and will make every effort to provide the right product and advice on colour schemes, soft furnishings, furniture layout etc, which will result in a living space which reflects the client's individuality. To this end, her shop houses a plethora of home accessories, lighting, cushions, “real feel” fauxflowers, candles and more as well as interesting pots, benches and plants for outdoors. Lesley says her focus is on providing for every budget level and she says “if we don't have it, we will endeavour to source it”.

As well as the interior design service, the shop has an inhouse florist who can create unique faux-flower arrangements and a furniture specialist who can craft bespoke pieces. Home visits can be arranged, together with a fit-out service and they offer free local delivery for larger items.

Lesley has set up a new website and explained that she regularly posts on Facebook and Instagram to bring attention to new items. With new deliveries every week her intention is to keep the stock fresh and interesting.

Finally, she told us that a loyalty scheme is in place for customers to earn points which can be converted into extra money for that little something special to complement their living space.

Green Interiors Storrington, 4a West Street, RH20 4EE www.greeninteriorsstorrington.co.uk Telephone: 01903 366789

Charity & Community News Six-a-side football group needs players If you fancy a friendly kickabout, a group which organises adult six-a-side football indoors at Storrington Leisure Centre is look- (C)Alexander Fox/Pixabay ing for new players. 8pm every Tuesday. £4 pwk.

Email Chris Modder at chris.modder@icloud.com Probus Club visits Kew Gardens The Storrington and District Probus Club recently visited Kew Gardens, thanks to the organisational skill of one of our members Alan French. The weather was fine and the Palm House, which is the largest glass house in the world was full, of exotic plants and the outside was a splendid show of mauve and white Alliums.

The Tree Top Walk was well worth the climb, to enjoy the view of miles of countryside an also to see the iconic buildings of the City of London and the Telecom Tower. The Kew Palace Guides were dresses in period costume which helped to set the scene for the history of George III and his family. A Probus club (the name is an amalgam

of “Professional” and “Business”) is a local association of retired and semi-retired professional and business people. More information email Cliff Palmer at cliffpalmer@outlook.com.

Storrington Conservation Society news Our work party on 2nd July was at Dyke Farm, where we maintained the recently planted trees.

This was followed by a summer picnic besides the beautiful lake. We next meet on 6th August again at Dyke Farm at 10am, where we will be cutting and raking hay in the meadows. This is a fun summer activity which takes us back to the techniques used in bygone times. Anyone wishing to join us will be warmly welcomed, gardening clothes recommended, other equipment provided. For information about this and our other activities, or on becoming a member, (no subscription is required, donations welcome) please get in touch with Chairman Mick Denness on 01903 745971, or see our website. www.storringtonconservation.org.uk.

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In Your Garden

Monthly gardening ideas & tasks by Andrew Staib of Glorious Gardens

Creating a rose garden Rose gardens have been around for thousands of years, with mention of them in the gardens of Babylon and illustrations of rose gardens found in 14th Century BC pyramids.

The main rose we use today is Rosa chinensis which was cultivated in China for display and for medicinal purposes for millennia.

It wasn’t until the 18th Century that the Chinese rose cultivars came to Europe. By 1840, thousands of cultivars were available for sale. Today there are tens of thousands of cultivates from over 300 rose species.

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This your chance to add to this fragrant tradition and make your own rose garden!

Over the last few years Glorious Gardens have been asked more frequently to create traditional rose gardens, as people are no longer worried about their old-fashioned reputation. Especially with new rose cultivars, interesting underplanting and contemporary plant combinations, a rose garden can be a very fresh addition to your garden.

Space and soil The first thing you need is a good area to grow them. They don’t like too much wind, so a sheltered space is preferable, with moist soil. They love clay because of all the minerals in this type of soil and don’t mind having their feet wet in Winter as long as there’s not weeks of water logging. If you have more sandy or chalky soil, prepare the beds with a 50% mix of compost and manure and dig this into the ground. Go for at least 30cm of the good stuff. They can’t get enough richness. Your roses will need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight to thrive.

If your rose garden will be considerable in size, you can prepare your holes individually and mix

the compost and manure with the pre-existing soil and then plant separate roses in their own space.

Preparation is everything so if you are beginning from scratch, now is the time to put lots of effort into good soil composition. They like 6.5 PH which is slightly acidic, but they happily grow in the alkaline soils of Brighton where I live.

Rose selection Think about what type of roses you want: what colour, what shaped flower, what height. Also think about the style of rose: Hybrid Teas, Grandiflora and Floribundas, Miniatures, Standards or climbing and rambling roses. There are so many roses out there I can’t possibly go into them now but if it is big project you might like to run it past me or another garden designer first. Colour combination is really important as colours that jar can ruin your whole display.

Buying and planting your roses If you wait until November, you can buy bare root roses which have been lifted from fields and tend to have a greater root spread. Also, it is an ideal time to plant as hot whether won’t dry the new plants out.

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You can also think about Aster ericoides’ Snow Flurry;, Geranium ‘Wargrave Pink' and Geranium ‘Orkney Cherry’. Verbacum, Penstemons, Campanula (not campanula portenschlagiana) Gaura and Lamb’s Ear. Seaholly is great especially with pink roses as well as Baptisa.

My three favourite roses at the moment are: Rosa mutabalis, Rosa Twice in a New Moon and Rosa Wollerton Old Hall.

Where to visit this August A trip to the National Trust garden, Nymans (to the east of the village of Handcross) which has a collection of fascinating plants will be thrilling to most garden lovers. The Nymans gardens garden was developed, starting in the late 19th century, by three generations of the Messel family, and was brought to renown by Leonard Messel. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans

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Weeding – weeds compete with vegetables for water and act as hosts for pests and diseases.

Marrows should be raised off the ground slightly, to prevent them discolouring from contact with the soil.

Celery - Continue earthing up, putting a layer of paper between the stems and the soil Carrot seedlings - take care when thinning out any late-sown carrot seedlings to prevent the scent released attracting carrot fly females.

Pests - check vegetables regularly for aphids and deal with them as soon as you see them.

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If you are digging individual holes, take out an area at least twice that of the root ball volume, including the depth, and plant the nodule, where the stems meet the root, about an inch of two below the surface. This prevents the more wild rose, that your cultivar rose is grafted onto, from shooting up above ground, turning your lovely rose into a bramble like creature!

Normally space the roses about 60cm from each other though this depends on the roses you have chosen. Tease out the roots if they are Roses with lavender pot bound and cluttered together.

You can firstly sprinkle the roots with Mychorrizal like some air around them to prevent them getfungi which helps them establish. ting too much mildew so make sure they have plenty of space to grow into. And of course the Maintaining your roses big pruning in January - look on Youtube for You need to dead head them regularly in order some good videos. in encourage repeat flowering in to the Autumn.

Another feed in the mid summer, as well as the Companion planting big feed in early Spring, is helpful and if you get Underneath the roses, especially around the aphids, an extremely weak solution of dishwash- edges of your new rose garden, have a look at er liquid can dissolve the wax on the aphids White or Pink flowering Lavender as well as the back which can get rid of most of them. Roses smaller traditional lavender, Hidcot.

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Building the dream

By Nick Roberts RMR Group Regardless of the backdrop, never do we enjoy our homes more so than in summer – there’s nothing quite like getting your dose of vitamin D in the garden to the sweet sound of birdsong. It’s the greatest escape and the perfect moment to dream about unlocking your property’s potential.

This is where the right team can be the sun cream to your dream! They can protect you from unforeseen circumstances so you don’t get burned. So, where can you find this team?

A good Architect is perhaps broader than you think – there are no minimum or maximum requirements that dictate involvement. Whether you want to make internal layout changes, extending a house, building an out-building, or even developing some unused land, the right architect can help both bring your vision to life as well as save you money.

Naturally, the idea of bigger projects such as developing vacant or spare land can seem daunting, but your vision is only limited by your imagination.

Developing vacant land is an involved process, to

varying degrees. If the land was once prepared for construction or it has been built on in the past, some of the work may be done for you.

Developing vacant or unused land is an investment. Careful planning will save you many headaches down the road. Layout your vision with must-haves and start planning as soon as you can. Architects are experts in this field and a great place to start.

Creativity doesn’t just stretch through design; it can be found in all aspects of development and finance. Again, it’s the team around you that makes the difference, and you may just find that you can achieve more than you thought. To live the dream, first you’ve got to build it. www.robertsmillerredshaw.com

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Build your own home - how to find a plot 10 expert tips by self-build specialist Michael Holmes Finding a plot is the number one obstacle for people wanting to build their own home, according to a recent report from the National Custom and Self Build Association (NaCSBA).

1) Patchwork Plot: Assemble a site from smaller parcels of land such as ‘infill’ plots from the ends of two or three adjoining gardens.

2) Future Vision: Don’t discount a site you like just because the current planning permission is for something you don’t want to build. You can vary the existing permission or make a new application.

3) Team Building: Small sites for 2-5 houses are often easier to find than single plots - consider forming a self-build group with friends of family.

4) Land Databases: Try www.plotfinder.net 5) Register of Interest: Going through the planning records of previous applications for single dwellings in your chosen area may lead to a plot.

6) Grow Your Own: ‘Garden grabbing’ has become politically sensitive but it’s still a good route.

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65 John Ireland Way, Washington, RH20 4EP £450,000 Situated on the David Wilson development built circa 2015 and having access to walks to nearby Sandgate Park is this delightfully positioned two bedroom semi-detached home. To the ground floor is a cloakroom, sitting room with bay window and fireplace, good sized kitchen/breakfast room leading out in to the conservatory. First floor, there are two double bedrooms, and family bathroom. Outside, there is off-road parking leading to the garage with overhead loft storage. The rear garden is a delightful feature with several shrubs and flower borders, with pathways and patio seating areas. Fowlers: 01903 745844

7) Widen The Net: Plots are harder to find than houses, so looking further afield to improve your chances.

8) Call My Agent: Work out which local estate agents specialise in land and development and stay in touch with them. Regular contact will ensure they know you’re serious.

9) Boots on the Ground: Ask in local shops, pubs, and on building sites if there are any plots for sale. Use maps and Google Earth to search for hidden potential. A ‘map search’ via HM Land Registry will reveal the owner’s details if the land is registered.

10) Brownfield Land: It takes imagination to see a disused industrial unit or a scrap yard as the site for a beautiful home, but ‘brownfield land’ can have potential - always take advice before buying.

Michael Holmes will be speaking at the London Homebuilding & Renovating Show 30 Sep – 2 Oct ExCeL London E16 1XL Get 2 free tickets at: www.london.homebuildingshow.co.uk/pr-SussexLocal

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Buying or selling a home Help to move forwards with Cubitt & West Moderating life's most stressful event It is said that buying or selling a house is one of the most stressful activities one is likely to experience among all the other trials and tribulations which will be thrown our way over the course of a lifetime. Even a seemingly straightforward sale or purchase can be thwarted by unforeseen delays, issues with searches, gazumping, finance problems to name but a few. Enlisting the services of a knowledgeable and professional estate agent can moderate the process to a certain extent.

Largest independent estate agency in South East Sussex Local spoke to Martin, the Branch Partner at Cubitt and West in Pulborough about his approach to all aspects of house purchase, sale or rental.

He told us that being part of the largest independent estate agency in the South East gives him the

advantage of an extensive database of buyers.

Living and working locally gives him a close local affinity with clients, many of whom he has assisted with more than one sale/purchase.

The importance of marketing It is of the utmost importance he explained to market each property to its fullest potential, and to this end he always employs a property specific professional photographer - and in many cases a fully immersive Matterport virtual reality tour.

Matching a buyer to a property which will fulfil their aspirations is a goal for Martin and his team.

Extended opening hours To ensure that clients have every opportunity to make contact the sales hub is open 7 days a week from 8am to 8pm and evening and weekend appointments can be arranged to fit in with customers' busy lifestyles. The housing market is often volatile; it is wise to seek guidance.

Cubitt & West, 89 Lower Street, Pulborough RH20 2BP. Tel 01798 875151 cubittandwest.co.uk-estate-agent-in-pulborough

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01798 875151 Your update to the Pulborough area housing market

“As we enjoy the warmth of the summer months, the housing market locally remains heated but there are signs of it just starting to cool a little…”

The last year or so has undoubtedly been very busy for the property market, with prices climbing and plenty of anecdotal evidence of buyers fighting over homes across the area. During this time, I’ve agreed many more sales “off market” than usual, the majority of which have been at asking price or above.

With the recent interest rate rises and ongoing cost of living concerns, we were bound to see some levelling of house price inflation eventually.

With supply continuing to outstrip demand, I’m still seeing really healthy activity across all price ranges but now from fewer, more focused prospective buyers than previously.

I’m also starting to see more price reductions than we’ve all become used to, typically after a property has

been exposed to two of three weeks of proactive and extensive marketing, both online and to buyer databases.

This isn’t necessarily a bad thing.

It means that the heat has finally been taken off the market, giving prospective buyers and sellers breathing space to fully consider their moves and to ensure that they choose the right, not just any, property to purchase and/or the best person to sell to.

If you’d like to know more about how I can help you to achieve a move within this changing marketplace, please call me or one of my team today.

- Martin Lundy-Lester

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Sussex honey & peanut butter fudge

A tasty afternoon treat

Ingredients - find all ingredients at the Larder • 200g granulated sugar • 3 tbsp Sussex honey • 200g unsweetened peanut butter • 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract • 60ml oat milk • A small handful of ‘Cocoa Locos’ chocolate buttons for decoration, leave whole or roughly chop Method 1. Brush an 8 x 8 cake tin lightly with olive oil. (A round or square tin will do, whatever you have in your cupboard.)

2. Pour the sugar and oat milk into a pan, boil to 110°c this should take around 3-4 minutes, then cool the mixture to around 45°c before mixing in your remaining ingredients.

3. Once cooled stir in the peanut butter, honey, vanilla, and chocolate buttons. If you’re not sure you have stirred enough, stir, stir and stir some more, this process is important to ensure the fudge sets.

4. Pour the mixture into the 8x8 tin.

5. Place remaining chocolate buttons randomly over the fudge mixture and refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours, or ideally overnight.

6. Once set, divide into individual portions.

If the fudge did not set, here are a few tips.

• Cooling the fudge is key.

• Use a food thermometer • Add a little powdered sugar to the mixture.

• Freeze it; pop the fudge in fridge it for 6 hours and then before serving pop into the freezer for the last hour.

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Did you know one in six adults have a hearing loss?

If you think you or a loved one might be suffering from hearing loss, contact Gatwick Audiology today.

Gatwick Audiology now offers a One-Stop Audiology and ENT Service at Pulborough Ear Care Centre based at Pulborough Medical Group. In collaboration with ENT Surrey. The centre manages all problems relating to the ear. In addition to hearing assessments, ear wax removal services, tinnitus management, and hearing aid fittings, Gatwick Audiology now offers surgical management of many hearing problems, including grommet surgery, and Eustachian tube balloon dilatation, and ossicular (ear bone) reconstruction.

ENT Consultant & Surgeon, Sameer Khemani, will hold a monthly clinic at Pulborough Medical Group, offering an extensive background in the medical and surgical management of general ENT conditions.

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Transitioning through Menopause A smooth transition through Menopause by Heather Smith Information for your approach to Menopause Menopause seems to have come into the spotlight recently, and it’s good that there is more quality information available. Sometimes though, trying to get your head around a huge amount of information can be overwhelming, and while menopause can be complicated, I feel it is important to start with the basics.

Self-care is important during menopause, making sure you get the right nutrients and adapting some lifestyle habits can provide long lasting benefits and make the transition through menopause easier. Here are four key things to put in place as a foundation for your approach to menopause.

Manage stress During menopause, our ovaries are retiring and passing the baton to our adrenal glands. Our adrenal glands are responsible for producing stress hormones, so it makes sense to manage stress better to take load from your adrenals.

Try breathing exercises/meditation, take more down time and go for more walks.

Focus on sleep quality Now is the time to hone in on your bedtime routine. Turn screens off at least one hour before bed and wind down. Getting at least half an hour of natural daylight before midday will help you get quality sleep at night.

Include resistance exercise in your routine Making sure you’re including some load bearing exercise will help to maintain bone strength.

Pay attention to your diet Eating a healthy diet of protein and veg can help balance hormones and maintain a healthy gut.

Getting enough omega 3 in your diet will also help keep your skin hydrated, plus other benefits.

A base for other strategies There are a lot more strategies you can use to optimise your transition through menopause, but make sure you’re starting with these key basics first as they form a base for your other strategies to build on. www.fitbiztraining.co.uk

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Sussex Walks - August 2022 Please note that any walks with duration of 90 minutes or more are not accredited by The Ramblers but are managed by Chichester District Council. These walks are led by volunteers and if the weather is poor the walk may be cancelled.

IMPORTANT: You must pre-book before the walk on the Chichester District Council Website or call 01243 521041 www.chichester.gov.uk/heartsmart You must not attend these walks if you develop any of the symptoms of Coronavirus or come into close contact with someone who has tested positive for Coronavirus.

Mon 1st 4:00pm Angmering Park L: Sandy 2 - 2.5hrs 5 miles Fairly level terrain starting out from Butler’s Copse through a patchwork of indigenous, well-managed woodland and some open downland with great views from Patching Hill. No dogs Meet: car park in Butler’s Copse Tue 2nd 10.30am Storrington L: Peter 2.5 hours 4 miles A hilly walk down into Storrington and return with super Downland views Meet: Car park at Springhead / Kithurst Hill Fri 5th 10.30am Amberley L: Andrew 1.5 hours 3miles Along river Arun bank to Amberley village Meet: Amberley Station Car Park Fri 5th 10.30am Washington and Sullington L: Jane 2.5 hrs 5 miles A downland walk taking in the village of Sullington & parts of the South Downs Way. Hilly with stiles Meet: Frankland Arms pub RH20 4AL Sun 7th 10.30am Binsted Woods L: Dominic 2-2.5 hrs 4 miles A mainly flat headland path, grass, gravel via Madonna Pond - Gentle Pace Meet: Walberton Village Hall car park, The Street, Walberton, Arundel, BN18 0PQ Wed 10th 10.30am River Arun to The Stokes L: Alison 2 1/2 hrs 4.8 miles A lovely walk along lanes and through woods via the villages of North and South Stoke Meet: Amberley Station Car Park, BN18 9LR Thurs 11th 10.00am Wisborough Green L: Louise 2.5-3 hours 6.5 miles A walk along Kirdford Road, then off the road, up and down hill, round Hollands Heath and then back to the green. No stiles, some stretched muddy puddles – mostly can walk around Meet: Park at the green in the laybys, RH14 0DB Mon 15th 10.30am Chichester Tree Trail L : Ian 75 mins 1.5 miles A walk around central Chichester, to introduce us to the variety of local and exotic trees in our city Meet: Chichester Market Cross, East St (between HSBC/GoldArts) Tue 16th 10.30am Angmering Park L: Peter 2 hrs 4 miles A mainly flat walk through woods and meadows Meet: Car park in the woods at the Dover BN18 9PX Wed 17th 10.30am Slindon Woods to Folly L: Dominic 2 hrs 3.5 miles Lovely views. Some muddy areas and short inclines. Last ¼ mile steep uphill Meet: National Trust Car Park, Dukes Road, Slindon Thurs 18th 4.00pm Fittleworth L : Gerald 1.5 hours 3 miles Two short stretches on tarmac and then a lovely walk through countryside.

No stiles and wonderful views across the River Rother. Two inclines. Excellent café available Meet: Fittleworth Village Hall RH20 1JB Wed 24th 10.30am Mill Road to Black Rabbit L: Dominic 1 hour 2.4 miles A flat riverside walk, 1 stile. Mill Roadcar park to Offham, return via Black Rabbit Meet: Mill Road car park by the river in town centre (charge) BN18 9AA Wed 31st 10.30am Singleton to West Dean L: Peter 3-3.5 7 miles A longer strenuous walk. Some uneven paths and three stiles Meet: Outside Singleton C of E Primary School, PO18 0HP

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Walking Brighton & Hove 500 years of history in 8 walks Walking Brighton will take you from fine Regency Squares of Kemp Town to the back streets of Albion Hill to tell the incredible story of how two humble fishing villages became the city of Brighton and Hove.

enjoy exploring the city. With this book in hand the streets and narrow alleyways of the city will tell some of their secrets.

Walking Brighton and Hove will surprise both seasoned residents and first time visitors alike with the remarkable story of how two sleepy fishing villages became today’s vibrant city.

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Walk through Brunswick and find the identity of a headless statue, learn about Brighton’s famous ’trunk’ murders’, visit a pub founded by a Dutch Protestant who was burnt at the stake and discover Puget’s Cottage in Old Brighthelmstone, whose ancient walls are partly made of discarded ship’s ballast.

The 8 walks in this book include detailed maps, recommendations of the best places to eat and drink and lots of photos to help you

Win a signed copy of Walking Brighton & Hove To enter answer the following question: Q: How many illustrated walks are featured in this book? a) 18 b) 28 c) 8 Send your answer and contact details to: Walking Brighton & Hove Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or you can enter online at: www.sussexl ocal.net/features/competi ti ons Winner drawn after 31st August 2022. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

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West Sussex Alternative Provision College Schools for excluded pupils in West Sussex. By Lynn Smith West Sussex Alternative Provision College (WSAPC) provides education to pupils who have been permanently excluded from school and those who cannot attend their own schools for medical reasons, and also supports referrals for pupils at significant risk of permanent exclusion from school.

Head teacher, Doug Thomas tells me that, like all schools, WSAPC is committed to maximising student attainment with children working towards nationally recognised qualifications, and all students – regardless of their starting points - are provided with opportunities to achieve and celebrate their progress. The college strives to give pupils a fresh approach Head teacher Doug Thomas to learning in supportive, personalised alternative provision settings; the aim being, vulnerable young people and decided to address where possible, to reintegrate children and young this by forming a college that would have a vision, people into schools or other appropriate long- ethos and philosophy that embraces excellent term educational settings. practice for their students and one that has the leadership commitment to drive and demand Operating in seven West Sussex locations only the best for their cohort of young people.”

Formed in April 2013, the college delivers 292 Addressing social and emotional needs as well full time places for children and young people.

WSAPC’s schools are strategically placed to as educational needs offer educational provisions across West Sus- WSAPC, Doug Thomas says, “Encourages pupils sex, with centres in Chichester, Littlehampton, to continue their educational progress both within Worthing, Lancing, Burgess Hill, Haywards the time they are with us and when they are ready to move on to other schools and establishHeath and Crawley.

Doug Thomas leads the team at WSAPC, along ments.” He goes on to say that the college firmly with Business Manager, Sam Channing, and dep- believes that education is a lifelong process and uties, Ben Thomas and Helen Ellis, providing pri- acknowledges that there may have been obstamary and secondary learning provision for a cles and past events that have blocked pupils’ range of students who aren’t in mainstream edu- educational progress. “With this in mind, we reccation and need support to get their futures on ognise that we need to address both the social track. He firmly believes that the school’s main and emotional needs of our pupils alongside and focus is on opening doors to educational and life in conjunction with their educational needs. One experiences, so that pupils can enjoy and make a follows the other; positivity from our team to create the relationships needed, to open the doors habit of learning that will last a lifetime. of learning.” Although the college offers 292 placDoug Thomas says that WSAPC was founded out es, Doug Thomas says that on average, there of, “A need for West Sussex to ensure that all may be 400 to 500 students per year, as the children who needed Alterntive Provision would admissions period is fluid. A state funded Pupil get a fair, equitable and positive educational set- Referral Unit, WSAPC is commissioned by West ting that didn’t rely on where a child lived and Sussex County Council and funded via the High who was delivering the education.

Needs Block, also known as ‘top up funding.’ Top “For years, West Sussex had an imbalance of up funding follows the child, so if the child moves good educational settings for some of their most school, the top up funding goes with them.

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Admissions are school led by either exclusion or referral, and young people are currently referred to the college through the local authority where schools, and subsequently students, need a fresh approach due to difficulties within the mainstream school. He goes onto say that, “We are also the only school in West Sussex that has never permanently excluded a student at any time. A record that we are very much proud of as it embraces our vision, ethos and philosophy.”

Re-engage, ReFocus and Reintegrate This vision, ethos and philosophy is encapsulated in the acronym FOCUS: Future – every pupil starts with a “clean slate” at WSAPC. The school focuses upon children’s futures and builds on their ambitions and hopes, in order to make them a reality. Opportunities – the school endeavours to give pupils a variety of opportunities to learn about themselves and who they are as a person, to learn about their strengths and skill sets, and to understand their needs so that it can support their growth as positive individuals and prepare them for moving on.

Curriculum – the school wants to deliver a wide curriculum in all of its centres, to cater for its pupils’ development both academically and

socially, giving them opportunities to further their educational careers in different settings whether in a mainstream school, a specialist school or college setting.

Us: Doug Thomas says that, at WSAPC, “We do not have a “them and us”. We have an us! Our staff are dedicated to lead our pupils in an empathetic way in order to guide them to make informed and positive decisions. We are dedicated to work in an environment that promotes inclusion, equality and fairness and encourage our pupils to make positive changes for themselves, for their school community and for society.”

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School: “First and foremost, WSPAC is a school. We may be a school for a short period of time as our pupils transition from one key stage to an other or when they are considering different educational settings, but nevertheless we are a school.

This means we expect our pupils to learn and respect each other at all times and to thrive in our community.”

Providing consistency across the centres WSAPC has over 140 staff spread across its seven centres and central teams ensure that students receive the care and attention required in order to thrive in their setting, and also to enable positive transition to future establishments, including post-16 provision.

These teams include an Outreach team, providing one to one education support within the home or community, a Blended Learning Team, supporting distance learning from home and working with those pupils who are too ill to attend school, and the Inclusion Team, supporting young people at risk within their mainstream setting to prevent exclusions. “This structure further ensures that our college can respond

effectively to the changing needs of our cohorts and that our practices are of a high quality and educational trends and good practice is kept up to date.”

Not a “school for naughty children” When I ask Doug Thomas what he sees as the greatest challenge currently facing the school, he answers honestly that the main challenges are largely due to a general misunderstanding by the public, and at times, by the local community, around the work that the school does. He reiterates that WSAPC isn’t a “school for naughty children” but is, rather, a college for reengaging and refocussing and then reintegrating its young people into a workable society.

“Some examples over the years include exstudents who are now, police officers, successful businesswomen and men, NHS workers, solicitors, teachers etc. Without the ‘Three WSAPC Rs,’ many of our young people would have been put on the scrap heap and excluded from society.”

Contact: email: hcentral@wsapc.co.uk or call 01444 232771. www.apcollege.co.uk

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Driving laws from around the world

By Nadia Goldsmith Although most driving laws are designed with safety in mind, some are more peculiar.

Here are some of the strangest driving laws from around the world to intrigue you.

Eating while driving – Cyprus Cyprus prohibits motorists from eating and drinking behind the wheel as they must keep both hands on the wheel at all times. Like many Scandinavian countries, Cyprus asks drivers to have their headlights on at all times. In Cyprus sneaking a snack can cost you an €85 fine.

Dirty number plates – Russia You may have read it’s illegal to drive a dirty car in Russia; that’s not true. In Moscow however, motorists can get fined if their number plate is covered in dirt, salt or road grime.

Personal breathalyzer kits – France Since 2013, French motorists have been required to carry an unused breathalyser in their car to test their own alcohol levels. While motorists who chose not to purchase one originally

risked receiving an €11 fine, the sanction didn’t make it into the final version of the law so this law has been historically under forced with no penalty in action at present.

No splashing – Japan Japanese motorists must think twice before driving through a puddle. The law states they need to have mudflaps fitted to their vehicle, reduce their speed and/or take other measures before ploughing through water or mud to ensure they don’t spray pedestrians with it. June in Japan is known for Typhoons and this is month that the enforcement of this law goes up.

24-Hour headlights – Sweden It could be the sunniest summer day but in Sweden you must keep your headlights on. Drivers are required to keep their headlights on 24 hours a day throughout the country.

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Fifty years of electrical services Hamilton Cole, Pulborough

To have an established business for over 50 years is quite an accomplishment particularly in the face of today's on-line giants. Hamilton Cole is a family-run business which prides itself on the service it gives to customers. Siblings Robin and Susan who have run the business since 2004, spoke to Sussex Local about their aims and successes.

Face-to-face contact, said Susan, is of great importance to their customers. It is easy to purchase an electrical appliance online – all it takes is a click of a button, but there is no button to click to be able to touch it, study the controls or ask a knowledgeable person about how it actually works. It’s not just reassuring to speak to a human being, it is pleasurable! “We are proud of the friendly service given to all our customers, whether they are buying the latest TV or simply asking for a replacement watch battery.”

Susan was anxious to point out that Hamilton Cole have stayed abreast of market trends and the various changes relating to electrical standards. As well as the retail outlet they are able to offer a number of domestic electrical services. These include TV aerial/satellite installation, PAT Testing, repairs to TVs, microwaves and cleaners and most recently, the installation of Electrical Vehicle (EV) Charge Points. Robin and Susan told us, “There is a growing demand for installing EV charge points and our electrician Steve has been on a course so we are fully qualified to do this now.”

High Streets are adapting and Robin and Susan hope that Hamilton Cole's commitment to excellent service will stand them in good stead.

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Bury Primary School Sussex day Each year there is a special day dedicated to celebrating all things Sussex. This year our music teacher, Mr Mott, has been putting plans in motion to celebrate the day here at Bury and also to share our expertise with some other schools. On June 16th all these plans came to fruition as we were joined by children from Slindon, Easebourne and Worthing as we celebrated the day.

Sompting Morris joined us for the day and spent time teaching the children some traditional Sussex Morris dancing. This was a big hit with all of the children, with many stating it was their favourite session of the day.

Once they had finished their dancing the children moved on to hear some traditional Sussex tales retold by storyteller extraordinaire, Mike O’Leary. After that the children spent time with

the South Downs National Park education team, learning all about the different habitats that make the park so special. We finished the morning with our very own Miss Willett teaching all of the children Stoolball before having a go in the middle of our school field.

After a quick bite to eat, each school performed a traditional Sussex folk song that Mr Mott had provided them with in advance. Before finally joining in with some songs altogether. As the other schools departed, we even had time to bring all of the children from Bury together with their parents to hear a special Sussex story from Mike and then finished the day by sharing some of the Sussex songs they had all been learning in class, all with the South Downs as our backdrop throughout.

Mr Moore, Headteacher www.bury.w-sussex.sch.uk

St Mary’s C of E Primary School, Pulborough Chichester festival theatre At the end of last term we were very lucky that we were invited to send a number of children to Chichester Festival Theatre to participate in a backstage event as part of the theatre’s outreach programme. After a train journey from Pulborough via Barnham to Chichester, the children walked up to the theatre where a fascinating day of discovery awaited them.

After a briefing in the auditorium, the children spent time in the props department, learning how they make food last for a whole production (silicone moulds are made of the foodstuffs and a replica item is cast, bringing a new meaning to ‘long-life’) and how the sets are built.

The children were very amused by the thought that even rat droppings have to be faked sometimes… They then moved to the costume department, where they learnt about the amount of work that goes into costumes and how the props department ‘break down’ some of the items, for example making hats, coats and shoes look as if they have been through the mud.

Costume changes are practised several times in rehearsals as sometimes there is as little as 20 seconds to effect a costume change. The children also learnt about the cost of wigs, which can run into thousands of pounds. They were able to try on ‘ghost’ masks, again made of silicone.

After lunch, they all had a tour of backstage and were able to see how the stage works.

After an enjoyable and enlightening day, the children made their way back to the station and home. Thank you to Chichester Festival Theatre for this wonderful opportunity.

Please do come and visit us if you would like to see our happy, busy school in action!

Mrs S Copus Head Teacher www.st-marys-pulborough.w-sussex.sch.uk

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St. James’ CE Primary School Summer term & year 6 leavers service at Chichester Cathedral As we approach our last few weeks of the Summer Term, it is always with a mixture of emotions.

One of looking forwards in many ways as children transition from not only one class to another but from one key stage to another as well as our Year 6 transitioning to their respective “big school” Secondary schools. It is also a moment to reflect on the past and all the achievements and challenges that our children have gone through from Year R up to Year 6.

Our Year 6 children were excited to be able to attend their Year 6 leavers service at Chichester cathedral after a pandemic-missed opportunity for the past two years. It was great to see them at this event and for them to mark an important milestone of finishing off their primary careers and then looking forwards to moving onto Secondary schools as the next chapter of their educative career starts.

We wish them all the very best for the future! www.st-james-coldwaltham.w-sussex.sch.uk

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Imagine Eating Lemons

A children’s introduction to mindfulness

In Imagine Eating Lemons we follow the journey of Chester Chestnut as he learns about his anxious thoughts and feelings, where they come from and how to control them.

Inspired by the authors own struggles with anxiety, Imagine Eating Lemons is a brilliant introduction to mindfulness techniques for children, as well as a perfect way to open up discussions about anxiety and mental health both in a classroom and at home.

With the events of the past few years, from the COVID-19 pandemic to the war in Ukraine, children’s feelings of anxiety have become heightened. Imagine Eating Lemons is hugely beneficial in helping deal with these feelings and a brilliant tool for teachers to discuss issues of mental health and feelings of worry and anxiety.

Brighton based Jason Rhodes came to write this book as part of a much larger vision. He wants to educate the younger generation with the simple tools needed to help manage their thoughts and feelings, resulting in a much more peaceful and connected world. The book is illustrated by Richard Dearing.

Copies of the book can be bought from local bookshops or from www.graffeg.com

Win a copy of Imagine Eating Lemons To enter answer the following question: Q: Where is the author Jason Rhodes from? a) Bristol b) Brighton c) Bognor Send your answer and contact details to: Image Eating Lemons Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or you can enter online at: www.sussexlocal.net/features/competitions Winner drawn after 31st August 2022. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

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Bury Parish Council Trees being felled and trees being planted Edited extracts from draft minutes of the Environment & Planning Committee 23rd June 2022.

SDNP/22/01353/HOUS The Barton The Street Bury RH20 1PA Front porch (after demolition of conservatory). This application had already been determined by SDNPA even though an extension had been granted to the Parish Council. However, the applicant was present so Councillors advised her that whilst they supported most of the application, they were opposed to the amount of proposed rooflights as it would harm Bury’s Dark Night Skies and believed a reduced number would be adequate.

SDNP/22/01902/HOUS Willow Cottage Bury Common Bury RH20 1NR Addition of a singlestorey oak-framed pitched roof entrance porch to front elevation. Councillors support this application as they believed it would improve the design and character of the dwelling.

SDNP/22/02496/TCA Woodbine Cottage The Street Bury RH20 1PA Notification of intention to fell 1 no. Eucalyptus tree. Councillors resolved to

remain neutral on this application.

SDNP/22/02497/TCA Little Meadow The Street Bury RH20 1PA Notification of intention to fell 2 no. Lawson Cypress trees. Councillors resolved to remain neutral on this application in the absence of any explanation for the felling.

SDNP/22/01985/HOUS& SDNP/22/01986/LIS Kesters House The Street Bury RH20 1PA Proposal: Proposed alterations to existing extension. Councillors resolved to remain neutral on this application.

Queen’s Jubilee Tree Planting. The Chair reported that the Beechdown arboriculturalist advises that it was unlikely that seven oak trees would fit in the Recreation Ground. It was suggested that three could be planted on the north boundary or just a single with a plaque. The Chair has found a nursery in Bury that could supply trees.

Tree Policy. The clerk presented a draft tree policy but it was agreed to defer any decision until the next meeting. www.buryparishcouncil.co.uk

Fittleworth Parish Council Queen jubilee, the Swan pub & traffic Fittleworth celebrated the Queen's Platinum Jubilee in style with lots for everyone, we were so lucky with the weather although some ended up dancing in the rain at the party on the Friday, but it did not seem to damped spirits. Tea at the Palace was a real ‘Wow’ although the poor helpers were completely rushed off their feet trying to keep up with the washing up. A big thank you too, to all the cake and scone bakers and huge thank you to all the organisers of all the events.

The Jubilee Planter unveiling of the lovely plaque, donated by the amazing Oakmasters, was superbly done by long standing residents in the village The Church looked amazing too for their special service, with their Jubilee flower arrangements.

Thank you and well done everyone – a tremendous effort.

The Swan pub We are still awaiting formal confirmation of the sale of The Swan by people who would like to

continue to run it as a pub, but understand things are progressing well.

Traffic We have now agreed to 5 locations throughout the village for the SID (Speed indicator Device) which we will now get set up and will move the SID around to keep motorists on their toes and make sure they keep to speed limits.

We are now looking into installing Village Gates at each entrance to the village and are applying for a TRO (Traffic Regulation Order) to reduce the 40mph limit along the Fleet to 30mph.

As before, please continue to report ‘nearmisses’ on traffic@fittleworth-pc.org,uk and a thank you to those of you who have already done so. www.fittleworth-pc.org.uk

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West Chiltington Parish Council Monthly news & information from the clerk Platinum picnic It was brilliant to see so many people gather for the Platinum Jubilee Picnic on the Recreation Ground on 2nd June. Hundreds of people enjoyed the day, bringing families, dogs, even a candelabra!

Thanks go to West Chiltington Silver Band who welcomed everyone, and John Limpus with his variety of bands, all providing the musical entertainment. Children were delighted with their vouchers for free ice-creams, served by T&M Ices; the lovely volunteers serving free tea and coffee had a steady stream of ‘customers’.

The bar run by the Cricket Club did a roaring trade, as did the Pizza van run by Stone and Skillet. The Sussex Pheasant had their usual Thursday presence and were able to offer impromptu picnics.

Immense thanks should be given to the team from Chanctonbury Leisure Centre who entertained the children with games during the whole afternoon. It was such a treat to be able to get together after so many restrictions, and helped by the beautiful weather the day was enjoyed by everyone.

West Chiltington community Café Please don’t forget to return your questionnaire – we really do want to find out if residents would welcome a new Café. Several villages around us already have something like this, providing a friendly environment to meet up with friends or make new ones. So that we can get a true response, we ask you to take the time to complete and return the questionnaire - it can be done online or dropped into one of the shops or our Parish Council office. If you would like to discuss this with one of our councillors, please contact Nikki our clerk, details below.

Your trees West Chiltington is special for its abundance of trees and hedges. Please consider very carefully before removing a tree on your land and check if it has a TPO. To reduce, lop or remove - always take professional advice from a reputable tree

surgeon/arborist. In line with our emerging Neighbourhood Plan, please consider planting a hedge in preference to a fence or wall. Let’s keep our Parish green!

Overhanging Foliage A perennial plea at this time of year – please check that foliage from your land is not overhanging road signs or footways.

Digital newsletter Why not sign up to receive our newsletter directly into your Inbox? We do not use your email address for anything else – just go to the homepage of www.wcpc.org.uk and click ‘Sign up to our Newsletter’ Village Show – 16th July At the time of writing this hasn’t yet happened, so we’re hoping to be able to report back on a great afternoon meeting and chatting with residents.

Neighbourhood plan update The Parish Council is ready to submit the Neighbourhood Plan to Horsham District Council to progress it to the next stage, which should be a referendum of residents. However there is now a new challenge to the process, called Water Neutrality which has delayed Neighbourhood Plans until further notice. For more information, email our clerk@wcpc.org.uk or come to a Parish Council meeting.

Public access defibrillators The Parish Council already owns both Phone Boxes, they have now also taken on the maintenance of the Defibrillators inside them. The Defibrillators can be removed in an emergency but the first action should always be to dial 999 to ensure that professional help is on its way.

Contact the Parish Council Email: clerk@wcpc.org.uk or @wcpc.org.uk for planning.

Tel: 01798 817434 or 07483 114836 Write to: The Parish Clerk, The Reading Room, Church Street RH20 2JW Visit our website for details of meetings: Agendas, Minutes and how to book attendance. www.wcpc.org.uk

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Pulborough Parish Council Applications, neighbourhood wardens, Jubilee & cricket club Neighbourhood plan, sports pavilion and planning applications: Water neutrality continues to hold up our Neighbourhood Plan referendum and the planning application for the sports pavilion. The Council recently appointed a consultant to provide water neutrality calculations to support our application. Many planning applications continue to be delayed at Horsham District Council level by the issue.

Neighbourhood wardens: Ross and Louisa are fully immersed into the village and have been especially proactive in helping to deal with antisocial behaviour issues, amongst many other local matters.

Jubilee picnic on the Green: Many villagers enjoyed this successful event –plans are afoot to stage a repeat next summer.

Pulborough cricket club members: Over the years the number of players has continued to drop. In May the club withdrew its only team from the 1st Central Sussex cricket league when it became impossible to field a team.

At an Extraordinary General Meeting it was decided to try and retain cricket in Pulborough by organising Friendly fixtures of 20 overs a side to be played either on weekday evenings or Sunday afternoons. These matches will be much shorter than league games. For next season 2023 we would hope to increase the number of friendly matches played. With sufficient demand we would consider reapplying to join the league at some stage. We are looking for players interested in playing games this season and in the future. Players of all standards would be welcome.

If interested or you require any further information please contact Lee Callagan (Club Captain) 07901 914588 or Stuart Wood (Club Secretary) 07467 590857.

On 14th August 2022 at 1.30pm Pulborough Cricket Club will play Pulborough Sports and Social Club in a match of 20 overs a side. Members of the Cricket Committee will be present to answer any questions. www.pulboroughparishcouncil.gov.uk

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