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What’s On - May 2022 Event organisers please enter your event details on www.sussexlocal.net/events-add/ We regret that we cannot accept submissions by email. We take the details from our website for the magazine listings which can appear in up to all seven editions distributed to over 46,000 addresses. Charity, community and non-profit events are free of charge (subject to space). Commercial events can be listed from just £25 plus VAT which includes promotion through Facebook & Twitter. Deadline for June events to be put on website - 4th May
CHARITY 04/05/2022 7:30 PM Would you believe it? - A series of monthly events for the community with a quiz, a good news story guest and free cake Storrington Chapel RH20 4DH £3 Free for under 18’s, students and low income families Jo Johnson neuropsychology@talktalk.net www.storringtonchapel.org.uk 14/05/2022 7:30 AM Grand Charity Evening a charity evening in aid of Alzheimer's Society Ashington Community Centre RH20 3PG £8 on the door margaretalford19@btinternet.com ashingtoncc.org.uk
CLUBS & GROUPS 1st - 6th May 10:00 AM Downland Art Society Spring Art Exhibition A wide ranging collection of artwork to include paintings, drawings, sculpture and greetings cards location daily The Norfolk Centre Arundel BN18 9PA Free. Chris Shaw, chrisjshaw@hotmail.co.uk www.downland.org 02/05/2022 8:00 PM Felpham Singles Social Club for single, widowed or divorced of mature age at The George Inn Bognor Regis PO22 7PL anniecook555@yahoo.com felphamsingles.yolasite.com 03/05/2022 6:45 PM Graphic novel book club Comic book club looking at graphic novels aimed at adults Private house Barnham PO22 0EF Free Paul Wilson paulw21erin@gmail.com 05/05/2022 8:00 PM Salsa Cubana Cuban Salsa Classes weekly New Park Community Centre Chichester PO19 7XY £8 Andrea FitzPatrick salsacubana567@gmail.com 08/05/2022 7:45 PM Worthing Folk Dance Group, Grasshoppers monthly St Lawrence Church Hall Goring by sea BN12 4BY £2 Helen hdoswell@googlemail.com
09/05/2022 7:30 PM Pulborough Meadows WI May Meeting with a Royal Theme and Quiz Pulborough Village Hall RH20 2BF £1 mary.walker50@gmail.com 16/05/2022 7:30 PM Sullington Windmills Women's Institute group of around 60 ladies meet monthly at The Parish Hall Storrington RH20 3PP Erika erikabrichta@hotmail.co.uk sullingtonwindmills.org 17/05/2022 7:30 PM Durrington WI Meeting Resolutions Meeting and Silent Auction Durrington Community Centre Worthing BN13 3FJ lindaturner100@hotmail.com 25/05/2022 2:30 PM Storrington Flower Club Sullington Parish Hall RH20 3PP £6 visitors Chris chrissyldesmond@gmail.com Every Friday 7:00 PM Westergate Badminton club St Philip Howard School Barnham PO22 0EN Michael mdewe@aol.com Every Monday 11:00 AM West Chiltington Short Mat Bowls Club bowling club in West Chiltington Village Hall RH20 2PZ Jean 01798 815930 Every Sunday 11:00 AM West Chiltington Badminton Club West Chiltington Village Hall Pulborough RH20 2PZ Vivian Mary Jones vmjones18@hotmail.co.uk Every Thursday 10:30 AM Thakeham Table Tennis Club Thakeham Village Hall Storrington RH20 3GP Andrew Blacklock 07765 763350 andytttc@gmail.com thakehamtabletennis.co.uk Every Tuesday 7:00 PM Bognor Regis Model Railway Club Westergate PO20 3YA Claire Tanner ctanner25@hotmail.com Every Wed 8:00 PM The Leconfield Singers Non-audition choir rehearse every Wednesday United Reformed Church Petworth GU28 0AW Rachel Townsend chair@leconfieldsingers.co.uk www.leconfieldsingers.co.uk
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COMMUNITY 18/05/2022 2:30 PM Durrington You Group meeting - Travels around the world on my bike St Symphorian's Church Worthing BN13 2PU £3.50 publicity@stsymphorians.co.uk stsymphorian.co.uk 28/05/2022 8:00 AM Men's Breakfast - with Lord Michael Hastings CBE Brick Kiln Garden Centre Chichester PO20 1EJ £9.50 Peter Sutton peter@ppsutton.co.uk immanuelchichester.com/ community/mens-breakfast/ Every Monday & Tuesday 6:00 PM Horsham Wellbeing's Weight Off Workshop Billingshurst Course to help create healthier habits at Billingshurst Trinity United Reformed Church RH14 9LG info@horshamdistrictwellbeing.org.uk horsham.westsussexwellbeing.org.uk/topics/ healthy-eating/weight-off-workshops Every Wed 9:00 AM Worthing Homes Community Computing Team offering free individual help at The Resource Centre Worthing BN11 1ER Amberlouise 01903 703100
COURSES & TUITION Every Friday 10:00 AM WEA course C3747276: Find Your Own Painting Style New Park Community and Arts Centre Chichester PO19 7XY £90 concession if on income-related benefit WEA chichester.branch@wea.ac.uk wea.org.uk
EXHIBITIONS 14/05/2022 8:30 PM Future Cargo by Requardt & Rosenberg Memorial Garden Crawley RH10 1EB Free Creative Crawley brightonfestival.org/ whats-on/a-weekend-without-walls-in-crawley4683/ hello@creativecrawley.com 13th - 15th May 5:00 PM Sussex Art Fair at Goodwood Racecourse - Meet exhibitors with artwork available for purchase at Goodwood's Sussex Art Fair Chichester PO18 0PS £15 on Friday £7.50 on Weekend Fraser fraser@sussexartfair.co.uk sussexartfair.co.uk Every day 10:00 AM Brick Wonders at The Novium Museum - Wonders of the world recreated in 500,000 LEGO® bricks at The Novium Museum Chichester PO19 1QH £4. child: £2.50 thenovium.org www.thenovium@chichester.gov.uk
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT 08/05/2022 10:00 AM Motorcycle Day at Amberley Museum a day dedicated to the history of the motorcycle at Amberley Museum Arundel BN18 9LT amberleymuseum.co.uk office@amberleymuseum.co.uk 14/05/2022 11:30am & 2.30pm Look Mum No Hands! A story about friendship and growing up Queens Square Crawley RH10 1HA Free Creative Crawley hello@creativecrawley.com www.creativecrawley.com/event/look-mum-nohands-by-daryl-beeton-productions-mimbre/ 14/05/2022 12:15pm & 3.15pm There Should be Unicorns by Middle Child - Queens Square Crawley RH10 1DY Free Creative Crawley hello@creativecrawley.com creativecrawley.com/ event/there-should-be-unicorns-by-middle-child/ 28th & 29th May 10:00 AM Goodwoof A day dedicated to canine companions at The Kennels Chichester PO18 0PN £30, kids £15 - under 12's free Goodwood Estate goodwood.com/goodwoof ticketoffice@goodwood.com
FAYRES AND FETES 21/05/2022 1:30 PM Burpham Church & Village Fete Traditional Village Fete with a variety of stalls and entertainment Burpham Recreation Ground Arundel BN18 9RR Heather 01903 883053 heatherwbirch@btinternet.com burphamvillage.co.uk 29/05/2022 12:00 PM Village Fete at Bignor Park with stalls, dog shows and a live band Bignor Park Pulborough RH20 1HG £3 Under 10s free Lisa elbieinteriors@icloud.com suttonandbarlavington.co.uk/event/
FILM 11/05/2022 7:00 PM Rotary Film Night No Time To Die showing in Sullington Hall Storrington RH20 3PP £5 from Card Shop in Storrington. Ken kandjcoll@btinternet.com 16/05/2022 7:30 PM Pulborough Film Night Death on the Nile showing in Pulborough Village Hall RH20 2BF £6.50 Terri Ashpool terriashpool@uwclub.net
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HEALTH AND FITNESS Every Thursday 2:00 PM Balance and Strengthening Classes Thakeham Village Hall RH20 3GP £10 per session Rosie Robertson robertsonr730@yahoo.com
MUSIC 06/05/2022 7:45 PM The Hannah Horton Quartet The Pallant Suite Freemason's Hall Chichester PO19 1SY non-members £15 students £5 members £8 students £3 Peter Stoakley peter@stoakley.myzen.co.uk 07/05/2022 7:30 PM The Syd Lawrence Orchestra: Strictly Cabaret The Orchestra returns with a new UK tour in Alexandra Theatre, Regis Centre PO21 1BN £25 £22 Hazel Latus hazel.latus@regiscentre.co.uk www.alexandratheatre.co.uk
11/05/2022 7:30 PM Chichester Music Society concert Classical music recital Margaret Fingerhut Piano and Bradley Creswick Violin Chapel of the Ascension University of Chichester PO19 6PE £15 students free Christopher Hough chris@michaelmas.org.uk www.chichestermusicsociety.org.uk 21/05/2022 7:30 PM The South perform the songs of The Beautiful South live The Factory Worthing BN14 8BX £24.75 Atom Promotions hello@atompresents.co.uk www.atompresents.co.uk/
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08/05/2022 2:00 PM Lavant Horticultural Society Plant Sale Tea and cakes available at this plant sale Lavant Memorial Hall East Lavant PO18 0HA free Mike Kingsford Chairman@lavanthortsoc.org.uk 08/05/2022 10:00 AM Specialist Spring Plant Fair A line-up of independent UK nurseries with a range of plants Borde Hill Garden Haywards Heath RH16 1XP £10.50. 3-16 years £7. under 3’s free Lorna bookings@bordehill.co.uk
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Every address every month 04/05/2022 10:45 AM The Influence of Japan on Victorian Art lecture explores the history and impact of Japanese art in Victorian Britain Fittleworth Village Hall RH20 1JB £6 Visitors Free to Members The Arts Society South Downs jane@theallisonfamily.co.uk www.theartssocietysouthdowns.org.uk 09/05/2022 10:00 AM The Arts Society, Steyning Samuel Courtauld and His Collection by Natalia Murray The Steyning Centre BN44 3XZ Free to members, £10 donation visitors. Diane Cubey dianecubey@hotmail.co.uk theartssocietysteyning.org.uk 19/05/2022 7:30 PM The Midhurst Society Talk with Mortuary archaeologist Dr Dawn Cansfield South Downs Memorial Hall Midhurst GU29 9DH £3 Free for members Tina tms@tinagavin.com midhurstsociety.org.uk/events/
21/05/2022 2:00 PM For the Love of Stitch A talk by Anthea Godfrey, Artistic Director of the Embroiderers' Guild The Apuldram Centre Chichester PO20 7PE £14 creatingcraftsandblooms@gmail.com 26/05/2022 7:30 PM An illustrated talk on Cannas and Gingers Felpham and Middleton Horticultural Society St Mary's Centre Felpham, Bognor Regis PO22 7NU £1 Linda Wilson membership@fandmhs.co.uk fandmhs.co.uk
THEATRE 04/05/2022 7:00 PM Dance House a local arts initiative at Alexandra Theatre, Regis Centre PO21 1BN £12.00 £6 Hazel Latus hazel.latus@regiscentre.co.uk http:// www.alexandratheatre.co.uk 5th & 15th May 5:00 PM Alice's Adventures in Wonderland This Is My Theatre's adaptation packed with merriment, misadventure and music The Paddock, Upper Beeding Pharmacy Steyning BN44 3HZ £15. Child: £12 This Is My Theatre info@thisismytheatre.com www.thisismytheatre.com
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27/05/2022 8:00 PM The Alex Comedy Club bimonthly comedy club Studio 1, Regis Centre Bognor Regis PO21 1BN £10.50 £5.50 16+ Hazel Latus hazel.latus@regiscentre.co.uk www.alexandratheatre.co.uk
WALKS 08/05/2022 1:00 PM Snowdrop Trust Arundel Castle Park Walk The Sussex Snowdrop Trust’s annual fundraising walk day Arundel Castle Park BN18 9AU £5. Child: £2 Under 5s free Lucy office@snowdroptrust.com www.thesussexsnowdroptrust.com/event/ arundel-walk-8th-may-2022/ 18/05/2022 5:00 PM Brighton Legal Walk 2022 The Brighton Legal Walk is a 10km sponsored walk which supports free frontline legal advice agencies location Starts at Magistrates Court & Ends at Hove Town Hall Brighton BN2 0LG London Legal Support Trust curtis@llst.org.uk londonlegalsupporttrust.org.uk
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Daytime Events: • Flower Festival in St Mary’s Church Thakeham • Art Competition Entries displayed in Church vestry • Open Gardens in The Street & Crays Lane £5 • Refreshments • Barbeque • Stalls • Children’s Activities • Nature Trail • Open Mic • Dog Show • Open Bell Tower
Daytime Events: • Flower Festival in St Mary’s Church Thakeham • Art Competition Entries displayed in Church vestry • Open Gardens in The Street & Crays Lane £5 • Refreshments • Barbeque • Stalls • Children’s Activities • Nature Trail • Worthing Steel Band • Happy Days Big Band • Teddy Bear Parachute Jump
Evening event in Thakeham Village Hall 7pm for 7.30pm £30*: Murder Mystery ‘Who Killed the Vicar?’ 3 course meal included
Evening event in St Mary’s Church Thakeham at 6pm: Songs of Praise
Evening event in Thakeham Village Hall 7pm for 7.30pm £10*: Auction of Promises and Cheese & Wine Tasting Entry is FREE OF CHARGE unless otherwise stated. * Evening event’s tickets must be purchased in advance by ringing 01798 813012 All proceeds to be shared between • Alzheimer’s Research UK • Family Support Work & • St Mary’s Church, Thakeham
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Sussex Snippets Community news from across the county A £32million investment in highways and transport has been agreed by West Sussex County Council. Also agreed in the council’s capital budget was a further £21million funding, over the next five years. A trial booking system has been made permanent at some West Sussex Recycling Centres after a public consultation showed support for the measures. Residents are allowed a total of five trips each month. Slots are available up to 14 days in advance. Gardeners are being encouraged to install nest boxes and create habitats that boost insect numbers to help Swallows, Swifts and House Martins as part of a new campaign. “Wild About Highfliers” aims to boost numbers of these charismatic migratory birds sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk NHS Charities in Sussex are launching Walk for Walks 2022, challenging participants to take on a 5km or 10km route to raise vital funds. Taking place on Saturday 11 June at Glynde Place in Lewes. To register visit www.headsoncharity.org/ events. Registration closes Friday 27 May 2022. Children’s Services will continue to be run by West Sussex County Council and will not be placed into an independent trust and pending a reinspection by Ofsted. Why not join the Worthing Twinning Association (WTA)? They have formed a close friendship with partners in Les Sables d’Olonne in the Vendée and the Elztal north of Freiburg in the Black Forest. There is a French visit planned in August. They have regular events in Worthing plus other social and cultural activities. The have members from across the county, for details contact Pam: pambennett8@btinternet.com or call 01903 232196. www.worthingtwinningassociation.org.
West Sussex County Council’s Young Carers (Family) Team and charity Carers Support West Sussex have teamed up with Sussex Clubs for Young People to offer a host of new face-to-face groups and activities for young carers. They have launched a new online course to help raise awareness of young carers. ‘Working with young carers and their families’ is a free course open to anyone who works with adults and children. South Downs National Park is launching its next round of applications for Trees for the Downs. Landowners, farmers, schools, parish councils and community groups are being invited to put forward land for tree planting. The deadline for applications is 15 May and the trees will be planted between December 2022 and February ‘23 What to do if you find a swarm of honey bees? Swarming is a natural instinct and swarms of bees are not normally aggressive but it is best not to approach them. Ideally call a local beekeeper that can re-home them safely. Visit www.bbka.org.uk or call 07966 509424. West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service has welcomed 11 new full-time firefighters following a Pass Out Parade at Horley Fire Station. The recruits also completed a charity challenge in March, trekking 16-miles on one of the hottest days of the year, whilst dressed in full fire kit and wearing breathing apparatus. They raised over £2,000 for The Fire Fighters Charity and Fire Aid.
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Charity & Community News Spotlight on Rural Crime
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Horsham District Council is working in conjunction with Sussex Police to combat crime in rural areas of the Horsham District. There are particular areas of concern currently surrounding local farming communities resulting in a spate of barn thefts and several incidents of large-scale illegal industrial fly-tipping on agricultural land. The Horsham District has a dedicated Rural Crime team who are trained in this specialist area of crime. The Council’s Cabinet Member for Environment and Rural Affairs Cllr James Wright met recently with Rural Policing Inspector Oliver Fisher to discuss how the two organisations can work more closely together to address these issues. The Rural Crime team is keen to increase its policing presence in local rural communities. Its overall aims are to: • Encourage better engagement with rural people • Give people more confidence to actively report crimes and
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Charity & Community News Rotary Collection for Ukraine To meet the increasing needs of Ukrainian families, Storrington & Pulborough District Rotary Club Members were out in force in Storrington on 5th March at their bookstall in Place Villerest and at Old Mill Square Storrington on 12th March collecting £1,456 and £1,545 respectively.
household items may have almost nothing wrong with them, and they could get a new lease of life after a simple repair, so please don’t bin them just yet! Bring any small electrical item that doesn’t work to the café and the volunteers will do their best to mend it. If you fancy learning how to fix it as well, the volunteers are happy to talk through what they are doing. The Horsham Repair Cafe has re-opened at its new location – the United Reformed Church as part of Sussex Green Hub. It takes place on the last Saturday of every month and post Covid they are now only taking bookings via their website. Visit www.sussexgreenliving.co.uk
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Monthly gardening ideas & tasks by Andrew Staib of Glorious Gardens
Nymans Gardens - Jewel of Sussex Joe Whelan strides though Nyman’s gardens. He suddenly stoops to pick up a piece of paper from the side of a path. This is the dedication of Nyman’s Head Gardener: Attention to detail, every inch of the estate given thoughtful attention and a friendly efficiency. “Being a Head Gardener is no longer just being in the garden: it is about managing the staff, strategic planning, funding proposals and dealing with 350,000 visitors Nymans house ruins a year!” It is a lament for not having enough time with the Ruins, Nick and the Trust have taken the his hands in the soil, but Joe also has an obvi- Great Hall and turned it into a living artistic muous keen interest in educating people about seum of many of the variations of plants named Nyman’s extensive plant collections. We start after Nyman’s gardens over the years. Joe gets our tour at the side of the wildflower meadow his keys out and unlocks the main door- it is not which has a triple SSSI rating with over 30 spe- opened to the public until… We enter into a cies of wildflowers living there. “ We lost nearly grand space of sandstone and brick walls, with500 trees in the storms of ’87 and though there out windows or a roof. were some rare and wonderful trees that are As we finish our walk, having traversed only a gone, it did have the benefit of opening up the tiny fraction of the 35 acres of garden and wild garden. We can plant a lot more species now garden, not to mention the 300 areas of woodthan when it was more of a woodland garden. land, Joe sums up the importance of the garden. Along here, we are resowing the area with more meadow flowers to link up the whole garden “We are a true heritage asset, with over 40 champion trees and rare trees that are endanwith natural corridors.” gered in the wild. We also want to be dynamic We pass a series of bamboo canes upright in the and plant over 4000 plants each year in the ground. “ We are going to plant Glyptostrobus borders. We are always experimenting with pensilis and Thuja kariensis here which are both varieties and combinations just like the Edendangered in the wild.” We look over the mead- wardians did.” ow at Bill and Ben, two twin Giant Redwoods “This mansion was built in the 30’s by the Mestowering over the Pinetum which survived the sel family as a homage to Medieval mansions ’87 storm. but burnt down just 20 years later. “ The whole We move onto the lime tree avenue which Joe space is divided by Corten steel panels lazer cut says is on the way out as they are old and may with some of the main motifs of Nymans- the only last 20 more years. They give way to a mag- Shuttlecock Fern and the Lebanese Cedar. Nick nificent view of the Downs. goes onto explain: “ We have the Royal Fern in “I’ll see if I can radio Nick for you”. Nick is the pots here that have come from the original ferns assistant Head Gardener and has been working planted at Nymans, and that Camellia is Camelon a new project for years. Called The Garden in lia Leonard Messel. I also want to play sound
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in the wild. We also want to be dynamic and plant over 4000 plants each year in the borders. We are always experimenting with varieties and combinations just like the Edwardians did.” The variety, age Nymans gardens and preciousness of the plant collection here is impressive as are the way the garden is laid out, with different atmospheres created in each of the areas. Well worth a visit! Where to visit in May A visit to Leonardslee gardens should be number one on your list. You may remember that I featured this Garden in March. It is now open to the public and will be at its peak of beauty! Nyman’s of course! Nymans, Handcross, Haywards Heath RH17 6EB. 10.am to 5pm every day.
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and other frost sensitive plants like vegetable plugs- tomatoes, runner beans, peppers, aubergines and chillies - can be bought and planted now if you didn’t have the opportunity to grow them indoors this year. Feed lawns Water any new plants and fertilise and water pot plants If Pennstemons show lots of new basal growth prune them back to the fresh green shoots Thin out the clematises that have already flowered this year. Hoe weeds to save you having to get on your hands and knees - little and often
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recordings that accompanied Oliver Messi’s set designs for the Royal Ballet from the 30’s-50’s.” We leave this powerful, surreal space and Joe explains that he has been Head Gardener for 4 years , having grown up in Ireland and trained in Dublin’s National Botanic Gardens. “I manage 11 full time gardeners and 25 volunteers. One of our volunteers worked here professionally for 52 years! It is great to draw on their knowledge of the place.” Nymans gardens We make our way to the walled garden, that protects a special Chilean collection of plants. Great Magnolias tower over the planting. Even Magnolia stellata, normally a small, slow growing shrub in domestic gardens, is a vast 10 metres high. These will have finished flowering by the middle of April when the Rhododendrons and Azaleas will come into their own, as well as Japanese Acers. We come to a great flowering white Cherry tree and Joe speaks in a reverent tone of voice. “ This is Prunus Thai-Haku (Great White). This
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thousands of year old cultivar went extinct in Japan until it was discovered in a garden in Sussex by Collingwood Ingram as the only remaining tree of its kind. It was able to be propagated and now is thriving back in its homeland!” As we finish our walk, having traversed only a tiny fraction of the 35 acres of garden and wild garden, not to mention the 300 areas of woodland, Joe sums up the importance of the garden. “We are a true heritage asset, with over 40 champion trees and rare trees that are endangered
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Converting a garage to make space
By Nick Roberts - Roberts Miller Redshaw Group Garages as storage space We store a lot of junk in garages. They are a convenient place for all sorts of bits and pieces. But hidden within those walls, lies an opportunity to expand your living area and create a transformative improvement to your property. It’s that time of year again when we venture into our garages just a little more than usual, perhaps to grab the mower, and ponder the question ‘what if?’. The pandemic has permanently changed the way many of us operate on a daily basis and it’s meant that we’re spending more time at home than ever before. Tips for garage conversions With so much space potential, garages offer a low -cost option to quickly gain an office, an extra bedroom, more living space or a utility room. In most cases, garages already have the fundamental requirements to extend into but it’s important to know that there are far more details than you might think when embarking on a conversion.
Whilst planning permission isn’t usually required, it’s imperative building regulations are met with regards to ventilation, fire safety, thermal performance and structural elements. Most garage conversions are straight forward but it’s not unusual for projects to turn complex when work gets underway, and the layers are stripped back to reveal what surprises are in store to ruin your day. Our advice: instruct an architect or builder you can trust to assess your garage before starting the project. It may stop that swear jar from overflowing! An effective use of space Unsurprisingly, demand for conversions is at an all-time high - they’re a cost-effective way of transforming your home. They don’t encroach on our valued gardens, they cause minimum disruption as far as building work goes and they boost the value of your home. This is why they’ve become one of the most popular ways to gain space. www.robertsmillerredshaw.com
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West Sussex Minibus Your Community Minibus Service Want to Make a Difference In Your Community? Founded in 1974 Community Minibus Association (West Sussex) is a registered charity offering residents an affordable, door to door transport service for all ages. Operating as West Sussex Minibus, they run 10 minibuses from 8 Divisions across the county and are run entirely by volunteers. West Sussex Minibus’ aims to have a positive & meaningful impact on the community, keeping residents active, independent & socially connected. Membership for individuals provides a calendar of excursions across the year, comprising of shopping trips and social outings. Behind all activities is a welcoming and friendly team of volunteers supporting members on every step of their journey. The charity relies on local community residents to help run services. If you enjoy meeting people and being part of a team, volunteering with West Sussex Minibus could be a great fit. Choose from different roles depending on skills and time you wish to commit. It may be a few hours a week or a day a month; there is complete flexibility to work around volunteers existing responsibilities.
Each Division has a dedicated team of volunteers to support running its services. Pulborough Division is looking to expand its operation days to provide variety to the current schedule of services. To enable these activities, they’re recruiting volunteers. Roles include Local Division Co-ordinator to sit at the heart of planning, Minibus Drivers to safely drive members, Passenger Escorts to assist members whilst travelling & Communication Co-ordinator to support publicising of the service. Everyone who joins plays an essential role & will experience the difference the service makes to members' lives. West Sussex Minibus, Pulborough Division, are welcoming new Volunteers and Members now. Visit: www.westsussexminibus.org.uk/your-gift/ volunteering or call 0300 772 7735.
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South of England Show A great day out for all the family, 10th - 12th June 2022 Plus, there will be forestry, falconry, fly casting, and many more rural industries and crafts for visitors to experience and enjoy - a show set to wow visitors of all ages!
We have a family ticket available for the South of England Show for Saturday 11th June from 9am to 6.30pm. For more information please visit seas.org.uk Offering all ages the chance to connect with the countryside and have a great day out, the South of England Show, Ardingly, West Sussex features a non-stop programme of agricultural and equestrian displays, country pursuits, live entertainment, rural crafts, and an abundance of food, drink and shopping opportunities. The 2022 show will return to full force with international show jumping, heavy horse displays, scurry racing, equine and livestock judging and the ever-popular cattle parades and lots more.
Win a family ticket to South of England Show To enter answer the following question: Q: Where does the South of England show take place? a) Horsham b) Ardingly c) Hickstead Send your answer and contact details to: The South of England Show 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 May 2022. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.
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Bringing the Missing Home
2022 marks 20th year for Sussex Search and Rescue (SusSAR) Sussex Search and Rescue is responsible for locating and rescuing vulnerable missing people across Sussex. The team, which entirely consists of volunteers drawn from all walks of life, marks its 20th year of operation in 2022. They are the primary search resource for Sussex Police and can be called out by Sussex Police and neighbouring units at any time day or night. The team is on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year whatever the weather, members give their time free of charge and expect nothing in return but satisfaction from a job well done. Sussex Search and Rescue is affiliated to Lowland Rescue who co-ordinate the county-based groups and set the training standards they have to adhere to and is a registered charity in England and Wales. Charity number 1097190. The team provide mutual support to other Lowland Rescue teams, including Search Dogs Sussex and other county’s teams, as well as other emergency services such as East and West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service. All team members are volunteers and so all donations and funds raised go towards providing services. What do they do? SusSAR are professionally trained and qualified to high standards. The team train at least twice a month, in order to keep up the high standards and professionalism required by Sussex Police and Lowland Rescue. Members are qualified in search techniques, first aid, navigation, tracking, bike searching, water safety, communications, search planning and management. They also have a water team trained in swift water rescue and flood response. Being an operational member of the team requires a high level of commitment Since 2002, SusSAR has helped find numerous missing people across the county. Most callouts are to search for vulnerable missing people such as the elderly, people living with dementia, children, and anyone else deemed to be a high risk. The team’s task is to locate them having been
given a briefing by the police, and to return them to a place of safety. Search technicians Becoming a Search Technician is also an alternative outlet for outdoor skills, with many callouts involving advanced navigation, tracking and bike skills. As part of the probationary membership process, volunteers receive training in navigation, first aid and water safety. Following qualification as a search technician there are then further opportunities to progress; they have a water rescue team and a bike team as well as more advanced roles in team leading, search managing and search planning. Their spokesperson Dave Graffy told us; “There is no glamour in any form of search and rescue, and we would not wish to recruit anyone who wanted to join with this as their aim. The work is always sensitive and can also be traumatic on occasions.” He continued, “You need to be a genuine team player with a good sense of collective responsibility, e.g. appreciating that as a unit member your personal behaviour outside of the team (e.g. on the hill etc.) can reflect back on the whole of the unit. When operational we work in the strictest confidence and with the greatest integrity. Frequently we will come under public scrutiny via the media.”
Every address every month SusSAR are not currently recruiting but any requirement for new team members will be announced via their website or social media channels so please check in regularly if this is something you may be interested in. Call outs increasing year on year Sussex Search and Rescue was formed in 2002, following the extensive search for Sarah Payne in 2000 by Sussex police. Since its formation the team have attended in excess of 600 operational callouts. In recent years callouts have increased year on year: 2018 – 36 callouts; 2019 – 46 callouts; 2020 – 51 callouts; 2021 – 59 callouts Costs of around £25k p/a The team does not receive any direct funding from government and is entirely reliant on grants and donations. On an average year it costs upwards of £25,000 for the team to operate, this includes running a small fleet of vehicles, equipping the water and bank search teams, (foot search teams provide most of their own clothing
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and equipment) ongoing training for members, training for new recruits, purchasing essential lifesaving equipment and keeping their communications system up to date. Based on number of callouts, number of team members attending and hours spent, it is estimated that annually Sussex Search and Rescue save Sussex Police circa £500k in search related costs. Chief Constable of Sussex Police and Patron of Sussex Search and Rescue, Jo Shiner said:
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“Sussex Search and Rescue is a vital resource made entirely of volunteers, who are serving the communities of Sussex through their goodwill and dedication. The team work tirelessly, often in extreme and challenging conditions to support Sussex Police, in locating some of the most vulnerable members of the public in times of crisis. The service provided to our communities is simply phenomenal, they are ready to be called on 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and often sacrifice their personal time with family and loved ones, to support policing efforts. I am so incredibly proud to be the patron for, and work alongside Sussex search and rescue, who are integral to the policing family and exemplify public service in action. I congratulate all involved in the last 20 years of service, and look forward to our future work together, in keeping those within Sussex safe.” Fundraising for 2022 - can you help? SusSAR have set a target of £20,000 to raise in their 20th year. Individual team members will be taking part in their own fundraising events, and they will be attending a number of public events during the year, such as The 999 Emergency Services Show in Eastbourne in July, and
Plumpton racecourse at Easter. They can’t raise these funds alone so are looking for assistance from the general public. You can help in many ways, such as: • Do you know of an organisation that would like a presentation on the work of SusSAR? • Do you run a company that is looking to raise funds for a specific charity? • Are you a garage? Would you be able to service SusSAR vehicles for a reduced price (or for free?). • Are you a printing company? Could you print free publicity material to help get the message out? • Are you hosting an event to raise money for charity? They also have their own Amazon wish list and would be grateful if you could purchase any items which cost from just £6 upwards - see their website for a link to the Amazon page. If you would like to make a donation you can visit the JustGiving page at: www.justgiving.com/campaign/ susSARgive20for20 Haywards Heath Police Station, Bolnore Road Haywards Heath, RH16 4BA. www.sussar.org.uk
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New season Nutbourne tomatoes With ‘spiced Sussex’ sauce & spaghetti Ingredients - Serves 4 - 6 Find all ingredients at the Larder and follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more weekly meal inspiration - @village_larder • 4 tbsp olive oil • A variety of Nutbourne cherry tomatoes, 4 vines • 1 bottle of ‘Spiced Sussex’ hot sauce • Spaghetti 500g • 100g ‘Twineham Grange’ hard cheese • Salt and pepper to season Method 1. Preheat the oven to 200oc. 2. In an oven proof dish place the tomato vines and coat with half the olive oil, the bottle of ‘Spiced Sussex’ sauce and season. Roast in the oven until juicy and charred, around 45 minutes should do it but longer will be even better. 3. Meanwhile cook the spaghetti as per the packet instructions, be sure to use a large
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enough pan with plenty of salted water. Once cooked, drain the spaghetti. 4. Remove the vines from the roasted tomatoes and combine with the cooked spaghetti, and the pan juices. 5. Finally sprinkle the ‘Twineham Grange’ cheese over the dish and drizzling with the remaining olive oil. Enjoy. Village Larder is open 7 days a week, collection service, please see our website for full details. www.villagelarder.co.uk
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Good health as we age Nutrition – part 3 by Heather Smith For our final part of this series, let’s take a look at how we should eat now we’re not 20. I’ve left this one to last because really the upshot is that playing by the rules becomes more and more important as you get older, and I’ve previously written a lot about how to structure your diet. The first thing is to remember that the way you eat really does make a difference to how you feel, how you sleep and to your overall health. The days where we could eat whatever we wanted, whenever we wanted, and suffer no ill effects like weight gain or digestive discomfort are gone, as I’m sure you have already realised. This simply highlights the fact that our bodies take longer to recover now we’re a little older, and so the after effects of going off the rails with food might well be bigger. How sensitive your body is to eating off track is an individual thing; you might find that one meal is enough to upset your digestion and that it then takes a couple of days for it to get back to normal. Or, you might find the odd off track meal
here and there isn’t much of an issue but if you find yourself consistently not paying attention to your diet over several days – like on holiday, or over Christmas for example. The same goes for alcohol. There’s probably nothing wrong with a drink or two here and there, but drinking like you did in your 20’s is likely to make you gain weight and kill your energy levels. The impact of alcohol on the duration of your sleep becomes more noticeable and more impactful the further away from your 20’s you get! Drinking is likely the reason you wake up early and struggle to get back to sleep. You don’t need to eat like a saint all the time, but perhaps do consider what and when you’re going to eat, and to decide in advance when it is worth going off course. www.fitbiztraining.co.uk
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Sussex Walks - May 2022 These walks are supported by Sussex Ramblers & Chichester District Council and are led by volunteers. If the weather is poor the walk may be cancelled. IMPORTANT: Sussex Ramblers - See: www.ramblers.org.uk 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.
Sussex Ramblers Sat 7th 09:30 Downs View West Burton, Sutton, Upwaltham Meet: Bignor Hill Car Park South Downs Way RH20 1PR Sun 15th 09:30am From Hollybank Lane Southleigh Forest, Stansted Forest, Broadreed Farm, Lordington Meet: Emsworth, top of Hollybank Lane, PO10 7UL Sun 29th 09:30 A Sutton Wander Lord's Piece, Sutton, Bignor Hill, Barlavington Down, Hilly Meet: Lord's Piece, Blue Doors Road Car Park. RH20 1ET
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Chichester District Council Tue 3rd 10.30am South Downs Way L: Jane 3 hrs 6.5 miles A hilly walk with lovely downland views, including a walk through Amberley village along the Arun. Meet: Amberley Station/Amberley Museum Car Park Thurs 5th 10.30am Around Bignor L: Simon 2hr 3.5 miles Meet: Bignor Roman Villa Mon 9th 10.30am 20th Anniversary Walls Walk L: Andrew 1hr 30 mins 3 miles Followed by celebratory tea and cake at the District Council to celebrate 20 years of the Heart Smart Walks. Bookings will open 3 weeks before the event. Limited spaces. Meet: The Johns Keat seat in Eastgate Square, outside Charlie Harpers. Fri 13th 10.30am Arundel Park L: Andrew 4 miles 2 hours Through the Park to Offham and the Arun riverbank Meet: Swanbourne Lake Lodge Fri 13th 10.30am Petworth Park - Ancient Tree L: Gerald 1hr 45 mins 3 miles Part 1. Walk through the Petworth Park trees from 350-800 years old Meet: Petworth Park NORTH Car Park. Bring NT card or cash/credit card (£3) for parking charge Tue 17th 10.30am Fairmile Bottom L: Peter B 2.5 hrs 4.5 miles Circular walk through the Downland nature reserve towards Arundel Meet: Park alongside the A29 soon after the Madehurst turn Sun 22nd 10.30am Binsted Woods L: Dominic 2-2.5 hrs 4 miles Meet: Walberton Village Hall car park Wed 25th 10.30am River Arun to The Stokes L: Alison 2.5 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 Fri 27th 10.30am Bignor Hill L: Andrew 2 hours 3 miles Walk along South Downs Way, return via Barkhale Wood Meet: Bignor Hill National Trust Car Park, up a steep potholed road Tue 31st 10.30am South Down Way L: Jane 4 hours 8 miles This is a longer walk with lovely downland, river and village scenery Meet: Amberley Station Car Park BN18 9LR
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What’s still driving the property market? Property trends influencing the housing market by Helen Say House prices as a result of the pandemic In 2020, the Bank of England said house prices could fall by 16% due to the pandemic. However, the latest Halifax House Price Index revealed property prices were up 9.8% in 2021. What’s still driving the property market? Changes in spending habits during the pandemic have prompted desires for people to change where they live. A Lloyds Bank report suggests current & aspiring homeowners are re-evaluating what they want in their home in the wake of hybrid working. Prospective home buyers have saved more money for larger deposits. There are 3 main non-house price-related property trends that appear to influence the housing market in 2022. The “Race for Space” Having space has led homebuyers to sell properties & buy larger/more rural homes. In early 2022, Market Financial Solutions published a survey listing top 15 items on a homebuyers wishlist. Garden/ outdoor space, proximity of public parks & spaces/ potential for conversions/extensions out-ranked square footage, property quality & local area.
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Vera’s Walk, Storrington, RH20 3JF £1,650,000 Huge family home built circa 1920's, set within this private lane in Storrington, occupying 0.65 of an acre & offering much privacy. Internally, extends to 4479 sqft comprising: 5 double bedrooms, triple aspect sitting room with open fireplace, kitchen/dining room, games room, study, utility room & cloakroom, master bedroom with en-suite & stairs to additional wardrobe, bedroom 2 with en-suite & family bathroom. Outside, comprises: extensive driveway via automatic double gates, double garage, detached self contained annexe, landscaped south west gardens, courtyard area, summerhouse/studio, sauna, swimming pool & retro bar. Fowlers: 01903 745844
The rise of the annexe Savills reported that in 2020 enquiries for properties with an annexe increased. Buyers look for increased space for home working, an office or a therapy/consultation room, and an annexe provides somewhere separate to lock yourself away from the main house without having to create a makeshift space in an extra room. The energy efficient home The house building industry has work to do to meet UK Government sustainability targets, and the Lloyds Bank report comments that prospective homeowners place emphasis on energy efficiency - not just for the impact on energy bills. Properties with higher energy ratings can be worth significantly more than less sustainable ones. Due to demand from buyers, UK property prices continue to rise while supply is at an all-time low. With interest rates on the rise, industry experts predict that UK property market will carry on growing in 2022. Helen Say: copywriter/blogger cblservices.co.uk
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Prize Crossword Win a £20 discount from a Rising Sun meal
Pulborough May 2022 March 2022 solution below:
Winner: Janice Tomsett from Pulborough. Congratulations and thank you to all who entered. Finish the crossword and fill out the box below with the letters from the shaded squares. Work out the anagram
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1 Food tin essential (6) 2 Minerals (4) 3 Sentimental songs (7) 4 Mental (13) 5 Runaway (8) 6 Broken-down (4-2) 8 Number of feline lives (4) 12 Inability to sleep (8) 14 Nemesis of "Titanic" (7) 15 Reptile (6) 17 Revolve (6) 18 Head (4) 21 Recedes (4)
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Top three 2022 hybrid hatchbacks By Nadia Goldsmith Not quite sold on electric power? Here are three hybrid vehicles that might convince you going green with your vehicle is a great experience. Toyota Prius The latest, fourth-generation Toyota Prius is built on a new platform and its altered 1.8-litre petrol engine comes with improved efficiency and performance. Perhaps the vehicles greatest asset is how normal it is to drive. With a more responsive on part throttle the Prius is well within its comfort zone at high speeds while also remaining a good performer for daily use. This hybrid is great choice for those who want to save money when filling up and don’t have the opportunity to charge at home. Renault Clio E-Tech
Renault is a strong contender with its hybridised version of the Clio. The Clio E-Tech is powered by a complex powertrain that combines a 1.6-litre petrol engine with two, smaller electric motors and a tiny 1.2kWh battery. With two
power sources being used seamlessly at once, it is recognised at being punchier that Toyota Yaris and Honda Jazz and holds great real-life practicality. The most credible feature the fact it retains the regular Clio’s handling balance. Toyota Corolla For a hybrid car, the Corolla combines great visual style with well perceived cabin quality and handling sophistication. Based on a new global model platform, the vehicle is at the top of its game in the hybrid motoring world. In its 2.0-litre hybrid form, it even performs with a bit of a sporty edge. For those who prefer to keep their motoring lives simple the Corolla is one of Toyota’s ‘self-charging’ hybrids which is a highly attractive feature for those wanting to make the transition to greener motoring.
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01798 875151 Your update to the Pulborough area housing market
“A few months ago, many industry commentators began warning estate agents that unless we took steps to bring more properties to the market, we’d eventually run out of homes to sell…” True enough, most agents locally seem to have been so focused on pushing through the sales which they’d already agreed that the number of properties they had for sale at any one time was reducing almost daily, as they were quickly selling their hot new instructions – sometimes before even hitting the open market. This undoubtedly had a knock-on effect of reducing the number of enquiries received by such agents and thus depleting their databases of potential buyers. Never one to sit and wait for something to happen, I went out of my way to attract more sellers to instruct me to market their homes than any other agent. I mailed out thousands of leaflets and spent a small fortune on targeted advertising, inviting prospective home movers to contact me
for an up-to-date valuation. As a result and throughout the first part of 2022, my branch has consistently been the market leader for both new listings and sales agreed. I currently have more than 500 active buyers on my books and a wide range of properties to offer them, from retirement apartments and bungalows to family homes and character cottages. Many of my buyers say that they haven’t bothered to register with any other agents, as they see me and my team as the most likely to find them somewhere to buy. If you’d like to tap in to my growing list of people keen to move into our wonderful area, please call me today for a free market appraisal - Martin Lundy-Lester
Our fresh approach led to these successes... STORRINGTON
11 viewings, 4 offers, and 100% of final asking price achieved.
PULBOROUGH
This property was on the market with another agent for 74 days. With our great marketing strategy, it has now SOLD stc.
WEST CHILTINGTON
14 viewings over two Open Houses, 2 offers, and a sale agreed at the full asking price.
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Bury Primary School New reception classroom, art & Sussex wildlife trust take her new class into the room. The room will connect to our Yr 1/2 class meaning children here at Bury will get the opportunities to work with their older peers and to also break off to work in their room as needed.
Exciting renovations are taking place here at Bury. With our recent growth in numbers we are in a position to have our very own Reception only classroom from September.
The work is in full flow and we are very much looking forward to it all being complete and for Miss Webb, our new Reception class teacher, to
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St Mary’s C of E Primary School, Pulborough Event at St Mary’s, INSET on the use of drama and school trips A look back on events at St Mary’s As the summer term progresses, we can look back at some of the events enjoyed by the pupils at St Mary’s. To raise awareness of Maths throughout the school, we held a Number Day, spending time looking at the ways we can use Maths in our lives. The children also raised £141 in sponsorship for the NSPCC. Year 4 enjoyed a workshop visit from Horsham Museum, exploring their topic of Ancient Egypt. They were able to see and touch artefacts from the Egyptian period, as well as learn how bodies were embalmed. Year 6 children took part in a swimming gala in Horsham and qualified for the finals – we are so pleased they can show their talents outside the school. We’re delighted that our swimming pool is up and running, as means KS2 will have the opportunity for small group lessons with a swimming coach and we know that this will impact the children’s swimming ability.
Developing understanding of texts As part of our staff professional development, our recent INSET was on the use of drama and we have implemented more drama to really delve into texts and develop children’s understanding of texts to help them grow as readers. Year 5 and 6 school trips We are looking forward to various trips out this term - Roman Villa, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, and Dell Quay. It has been so long since the children have been able to enjoy off-site learning. The children in Years 5 and 6 are very excited at the thought of going on residential visits this term, Year 5 to Cobnor and Year 6 to Marchant’s Hill. Towards the end of the term we will be anticipating the arrival of our Big Top for this year’s Summer production, always a great thrill for the children. Come & visit if you’d like to see our school in action. Mrs S Copus, Headteacher, 01798 872007 www.st-marys-pulborough.w-sussex.sch.uk
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St. James’ CE Primary School May update Penguin class Penguins class have loved their learning about Traditional Tales and in particular the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. The highlights have been making our own bowl of delicious, steaming porridge and thinking about what toppings to add to make it 'just right' for us. We all loved our porridge, just like Goldilocks! We've also had lots of fun using story maps to help us retell the story, building props and acting it out with our friends. Jaguar class The Jaguars have been practicing their water colour skills using a one brush technique to create delicate spring flowers. They used their own illustrations on their Mother’s Day cards and the illustrations will become the backdrop to a display in the foyer to celebrate our school values.
Enrichment Day Our recent Enrichment Day was a busy day full of sports and activities. It was lovely that all year groups were able to work alongside each other on a creative outdoor project. The children work on crafts and activities which demonstrated our schools values of respect, kindness, honesty, positivity and teamwork. www.st-james-coldwaltham.w-sussex.sch.uk
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Bury Parish Council Planning Applications Edited extracts from draft minutes of the Environment/Planning Committee 23rd March 2022. Planning Applications - SDNP/22/00636/TCA: Land North of Flints Orchard West Burton Road West Burton Pulborough West Sussex Proposal: Notification of intention to fell 4 no. Ash trees (T1-T4), Reduce branches on northern sector by 1m clearance from barn on 1 no. Ash tree (T5). Remove branches on the eastern sector to provide 1m clearance on 1 no. Willow tree (T10). After discussion, Councillors RESOLVED to remain neutral on this application. SDNP/22/00680/CND: Bankside Church Lane Bury RH20 1PB Two storey link to create a snug and bedroom, single storey extension to link existing store to main house to create utility room, new detached garage to replace 2 existing garages and shed - Variation of Condition 2 of householder permission BY/10/03969/DOM- minor changes to the proposals for the garage. After discussion, Councillor Morrison proposed sending the below response in objection to the application which Councillors RESOLVED to approve. ‘At first glance, this application for three Velux roof lights to light the attic space of a recently completed garage building would seem to
be a minor issue. On closer inspection it is considered that a successful application for these three roof lights will set a dangerous precedent to continued careful management of conservation area. No size or model number is given in application but a scale bar is provided on drawings. The width is almost a metre and, from the Velux catalogue, there is a range of units that are all 94cms wide. Heights vary from 55cms - 140cms and it appears the proposal is for either the 98cm height or the 118cms height. That will produce around 1 sqm of unbroken glass for each roof light. Given requirement to illuminate a relatively small area, amount of glass seems an exaggerated response to the need. The issue is both the size of proposed Velux units and number of them. Bury Parish Council considered application and concluded that it should object on basis of the following six grounds. Design - the specification of three 94cm x 98cm roof light is inappropriate to the visual context of the conservation area and would therefore be in contravention of BNDP policy 4 (built character) and policy 4 of the South Downs Local Plan. Smaller ‘conservation’ roof light pollution. www.buryparishcouncil.co.uk
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Fittleworth Parish Council Ukraine, Queens Jubilee celebrations & special church service Ukraine In support of the situation in Ukraine Fittleworth are doing their own small bit by promoting a Poster for Peace and giving details of how people can help. If you would like to know more, please visit our website. Queen’s Jubilee Celebrations Thanks to a group of enthusiastic and committed band of volunteers, plans are progressing well for the Queens Jubilee Celebrations and we feel we have something for everyone. A full list of events is currently being finalised and will be published on our website but include: Tea with The Queen! A Jubilee Garden/House/Window Decoration Competition which will be judged by a small team of longstanding members of our community details of how to enter will be published shortly. Jubilee Party on the Rec • Fancy Dress and events for children • Decorate a Plant and Flower Pot
• Queen’s Green Canopy Plotter • Queens Jubilee Planters and Arch restoration
unveiling Special Church Service Fundraising for the Oak Planters and restoration of the Arch is currently underway, if anyone would like to contribute, please: either make a donation direct to Fittleworth Parish Council at NatWest; Account: 50325299 sort code 60-1627 quoting Jubilee Project or write with a cheque to Fittleworth Parish Council c/o Fittleworth Village stores, School Lane, Fittleworth RH20 1JB. If anyone would like to help with any of the events for the Queens Jubilee, please contact our clerk, Rachel on: clerk@fittleworth-pc.org.uk www.fittleworth-pc.org.uk
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West Chiltington Parish Council Community Hub, Recreation Ground, 5-year plan Community Café/Hub Every household in the Parish will soon receive a short questionnaire to find out if residents would welcome a new Café, one which would be a welcoming environment for all, a place to meet new people or catch up with friends. 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 have any comments ahead of the questionnaire or would like to discuss this with one of our councillors, please contact Nikki our clerk, details below. • Platinum Picnic Thursday 2nd June 12 – 4pm • Recreation Ground, Mill Rd, RH20 2PZ
Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee It’s not long now until the Bank Holiday weekend to allow communities to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee. The Parish Council invites everyone to the Recreation Ground on 2nd June at 12 noon to meet up with friends old and new. As well as free ice-creams for the first 100 children, free teas/coffees and organised games for children, and live music there will be a pizza van and a bar.
Everyone is welcome to take a picnic but please don’t take barbecues. To save space in the car park please arrange to walk where possible or why not car share with neighbours? We hope we can look forward to a fine, fun day. CCTV at the Recreation Ground Cameras will soon be installed at various points on the Recreation Ground. The installation will comply with the Surveillance Camera Code of Practice (2013) and the Parish Council’s own CCTV Policy. The aim is to address concerns of crime and disorder as well as the protection of young people who use the playground and skate park. The images could be viewed by only one nominated DBS-approved employee of the Parish Council and will only be viewed if there is a request to do so following a reported incident. For further information please contact the Clerk.
5-Year Plan The Parish Council is currently working on a 5-year plan to ensure that all future projects are given due budget consideration, and allotted the time to do the work involved in achieving them. If you have any ideas for future projects which will enhance the life of residents or visitors, please contact us via our clerk – everything will be duly considered. West Chiltington Refugee Community Network Families in the parish are offering homes to help Ukranians. If you’d like to support in any way ie translation, transport, communications etc please contact one of the following: • www.wcrcnetwork.co.uk • wcrcnetwork@gmail.com • Facebook: West Chiltington refugee community network. Neighbourhood Plan The Neighbourhood Plan process has been stalled due to water neutrality issues. For the full story go to the Neighbourhood Plan website: www.westchiltingtonnp.co.uk Contact the Parish Council Emails: clerk@wcpc.org.uk or planning@wcpc.org.uk Telephone numbers: 01798 817434 or 07483 114836 Write to: The Parish Clerk, The Reading Room, Church Street RH20 2JW Visit the website for details of meetings: Agendas, Minutes and how to book attendance. www.wcpc.org.uk
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Pulborough Parish Council Neighbourhood wardens, councillor surgery & platinum jubilee Neighbourhood wardens New warden Ross Phillips has been out and about around the village for a few weeks now. We had hoped to introduce our second Neighbourhood Warden but there’s been a delay in recruiting – watch this space and our website for updates soon. Annual meeting of the parish The Annual Meeting for residents will take place at the Village Hall on 10th May 2022 at 7pm. This is not a council meeting but is a meeting facilitated by the council for parishioners. It’s your opportunity to hear what the council has done / plans to do with its portion of residents’ council tax (the precept) and a chance to have your say. The agenda for the evening will be on our website and notice boards 10 days beforehand. Come along to meet your council, hear about its activities and ask questions. There will be tea/coffee/ biscuits, and stands from various community organisations to browse, to showcase some of things that are available in the community.
Councillor surgery The parish council regularly has a table at the monthly Village Market. Whilst browsing the various stands and goods available, talk to Councillors and Neighbourhood Wardens about concerns, get information or advice. Next market Sat 28th May. Platinum jubilee Save the date for the Picnic on the Green! Remember to join the village celebration on Friday 3rd June from 12 noon to 6pm. The Pulborough Community Partnership is joining with the Sports and Social Club to offer a fun day for all – bring along your picnic hamper and blanket, the Social Club bar and BBQ will be available (sorry, no other BBQs permitted) and enjoy a relaxing afternoon – some entertainment is being planned, details not available at time of going to publication. Heather Knight Clerk. www.pulboroughparishcouncil.gov.uk
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Direct Blinds 7 15 Funnells 10 33 Garolla Holdings Limited 33 GS Windows Ltd 5 25 LBS Enterprises Ltd 31 22 Hamilton Cole 17 22 Miss Mop Ltd 34 25 MTS Cleaning 34 23 No1 PHD Ltd 50 23 Omni3 Communications Ltd 26 9 Oven Gleamers 35 22 Oven Rescue Group 35 24 Wall Bros Carpets & Flooring 13 24 Smart Home Improvements 17 24 Legal Services 23 Penrose Wills Ltd 29 Motoring 37 LMC Auto Services (Sussex) Ltd 2 37 Wiggs Auto Repairs Ltd 44 39 Roofing and Gutters 37 Assured Roofing 8 36 Excel Roofcare Ltd 19 36 Gutterfix 20 37 Travel & Holidays Michelle Murray Travel Counsellor10 48 53 17 60 35
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