Sussex Local - Pulborough - December 2018

December 2018

SUSSEX LOCAL

Pulborough - Bury - Fittleworth - Nutbourne - West Chiltington

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College of Arts & Conservation

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Community, School Council, Charity

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Tickets Worthing Ice Rink Book - Visitors’ Historic Britain

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Running a nursery

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Events, Local Walks, Recipe, Prize Crossword, Charity, Young Readers’ Puzzles, Local News, Gardening, Business Directory

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December 2018 Cover image Presents round the tree

Welcome... ...to our festive issue. As you would imagine, our December What’s On guide (pages 4 10) is packed with seasonal events as well as the regular listings for clubs and groups.

Also in keeping with the season you can win tickets to go ice skating at the Steyne Gardens Ice Rink in Worthing on page 16.

You can also win a copy of Visitors’ Historic Britain - West Sussex, see page 46.

By the end of December we will have given away 146 pairs of tickets and 79 books this year alone! We would like to thank all our competition partners as well as everyone who has entered one of our competitions.

This month we feature West Dean College, see page 26. An arts and conservation college, part of a registered charity, which champions traditional art and craft practices.

Nutritionist Heather looks at ’being good’ over Christmas, page 48. On the subject of festive food, Hollie from Village Larder has a delicious recipe for cauliflower & broccoli cheese with chestnuts - a tasty Christmas dinner accompaniment, page 34.

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..........................................................................What’s On ..................................WIN! Tickets for Worthing Ice Rink .......................................................................Local Walks ........................................................Charity & Community ............................................................West Dean College .................................................................Prize Crossword .................................................................................Recipe ....................................................................In Your Garden ...........................................................Local schools news ............................................Young Readers’ Puzzle Page ................................WIN! Book - Visitors’ Historic Britain ...........................................................Health & Wellbeing ...............................Lava Shell Massage - Beauty Review ..........................................................Parish Council News .............................................................Business Directory ...........................................................Index of Advertisers

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Lindsey Taylor visits Skin & Beauty on the Brooks in Hardham to try out the latest ’Lava Shell’ massage read her review on page 50. We have our usual parish council news starting on page 52 and school news on page 42. For other local updates please see our Charity & Community pages starting on page 20.

Season’s Greetings,

Kris & Jeff

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Tuesday December 4th Tony Waller and Prohibition Jazz with their Christmas Jazz show “Cool Yule”.

Tuesday January 8th Bob Dwyer’s Bix and Pieces, a very fine 7 piece band with a wide range of music.

Tuesday February 5th Star Trumpet player Enrico Tomasso with his Hot Rhythm band.

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01798 874219 Greyhound Brewery, Watershed, Smock Alley, West Chiltington, RH20 2QX

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rivermoonthai@yahoo.com www.rivermoon.co.uk

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Win a pair of tickets to Worthing Ice Rink

Open 17th November until 24th February in Steyne Gardens Worthing's fully covered ice rink ensures fun whatever the weather may throw at us. The colony of penguins, led by Puddles will be returning from the South Pole to assist the younger skaters.

All ages over four years are welcome to skate whatever level of ability. This year Worthing Ice Rink will continue to offer special sessions during off peak times for younger children (under 4 years) to have a go when the ice is quiet. These sessions will be Monday – Friday off peak from 12.30am – 3.00pm. OffPeak times are all sessions Monday – Friday during school term time and 6.45pm and 8.00pm on weekends and school holidays. Peak times are weekends and school holidays from 10am – 5.30pm. Ticket prices start from £7.

The café offers hot drinks and snacks so skaters and non-skaters alike can enjoy the atmosphere in the giant marquee. Worthing Ice Rink also cater for children’s birthday parties and Christmas parties.

Find out more at worthingicerink.com/wp

Win a pair of tickets to Worthing Ice Rink To enter the competition answer the question below: Q: Puddles leads a colony of _________: a) Seals b) Penguins c) Polar Bears Send your answer and contact details to: Worthing Ice Rink Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or you can enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/features/competitions Winner drawn after 31st December 2018. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

Tel: 01903 752937 / Mob: 07802 522312 vincecamilleribuild@gmail.com

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Local Walks - December All walks are led by friendly, trained volunteers - please do check with the organisers for full details and for any last minute changes. Health walks are 30 – 90 minutes, supported by Walking for Health & Horsham District Council. Level 2 & Level 3 are more challenging, for fitter walkers, supported by Horsham District Council Sat 1

2:00pm Under the Downs 3.6 miles 1 hr 45 mins Meet at Storrington Rec. Ground Car Park, RH20 4BG. Short walk towards the South Downs escarpment Mick 01903 745971 Sat 2 10:00am The Burgh 4.5 miles 1 hr 45 mins Meet at Kithurst Hill car park (TQ070124). A pleasant walk which takes us into the very heart of the South Downs Mick 01903 745971 Wed 5 10:00am Henfield Byways 2-3 miles 1 hr Meet Henfield Library, BN5 9HN. Lovely walk around the twittens, ginnells and snickets of Henfield.

Anne 01273 493671 Sat 8 2:00pm Sullington Church 3.3 miles 1.5 hrs Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground Car Park, RH20 ` 4BG. See picturesque Sullington Church Mick 01903 745971 Sun 9 10:00am Figure of Eight 5 miles 2 hrs 15 mins Meet at Kithurst Hill car park (TQ070124). This walk explores the South Downs around Kithurst Mick 01903 745971 Thu 13 10:00am Southwater Footpaths and Lanes 5.5 miles 2.5 hrs Park in the car park of the Country Park, RH13 9UN Lynne 01403 268157 Sat 15 10:30am West Grinstead Mince Pie Walk 3/5 miles 2.5 hrs Meet WSCC car park adjacent to the Downs Link, RH13 8LY. Walk with option to do 3 or 5 miles along the Downs Link Jill 07780 701184 Sun 16 10:00am Sullington Hill & Storrington Christmas Social 5 miles 2 hrs Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground Car Park, RH20 4BG. Walkers are invited to join us in Storrington Village Hall for a traditional Christmas Social at 12:30pm Mick 01903 745971 Sun 16 11:00am Parham Glider Field 3.6 miles 1 hr 45 mins Meet at Storrington Rec. Ground Car Park, RH20 4BG Mick 01903 745971 Wed 19 10:30am Storrington Riverside Walk 2.5 miles 90 mins Meet at Storrington Rec. Ground Car Park, RH20 4BG Mick 01903 745971 Sat 22 2:00pm Sandgate Park & Sullington Warren 3.6 miles 1 hr 45 mins Meet at Storrington Rec. Ground Car Park, RH20 4BG Mick 01903 745971 Thu 27 7:00pm Ron’s Evening Walks 5-6 miles 3 hrs Very social walk usually ending in a pub.

Please ring for details Ron 07933 106663 Sat 29 2:00pm Nutbourne 3 miles 1.5 hrs Meet West Chiltington Village Hall, RH20 2PZ. See vineyards, llamas, a windmill and lovely houses Mick 01903 745971 Sun 30 10:00am Cootham 3 miles 1.5 hrs Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground Car Park, RH20 4BG. Dogs welcome. Refreshments provided Mick 01903 745971

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Arun Adur Ramblers – www.arun-adur-ramblers.org.uk Wed 5 Sun 16 Wed 19 Sun 30

9:45am Findon 5 miles Meet at Nepcote Green 10:30am Petworth Park 7 miles Meet in National Trust car park on A283 10:30am Mince Pie Walk 7 miles Meet in Lancing Ring car park. Mince pies and ginger wine at the end of the walk.

10:00am Washington 5.5 miles Meet in Glaseby Lane, south of Washington Roundabout

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Sussex Snippets West Sussex Music has announced brand new Key2Music beginner classes which will offer children the opportunity to learn a new instrument, alongside friends and peers in a fun, group environment. To be held on Saturday mornings at five Music Centres in Chichester, Crawley, Haywards Heath, Horsham and Worthing, children will get the chance to learn instruments such as bassoon, brass, cello, clarinet, double bass, flute, oboe, saxophone, viola, and violin, for as little as £60 per term which includes Music Centre membership; low cost instrument hire can be added for just £20 per term. There are also classes in theory and musicianship as well as groups for pre-school children. To register your interest in the classes email music@westsussexmusic.co.uk St Barnabas Hospice provides end of life care services to adults with life-limiting conditions. Millie’s mother and husband were both referred to St Barnabas, she said: “My mum was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in February 2015. She went to St Barnabas for pain management. She was so happy there, and it made a massive difference to her. In December 2016, my husband, Paul, was diagnosed with CJD. It’s like dementia fast forward times ten.

Only 66 people a year in the country get CJD. He was

SUSSEX LOCAL just so unlucky. By the time he got to St Barnabas, everything was shutting down. I never felt like I was putting the staff out. They can never do enough for you. Paul died with dignity at St Barnabas. He slipped away really peacefully. There are loads more families who need help right now. Please, will you help St Barnabas be there for them, by making a donation this Christmas? Thank you so much. Millie.” To make a donation to St Barnabas, visit www.justgiving.com/ stbarnabas-christmas-2018 St Barnabas House hospice has also launched its successful ‘Wear it Festive’ fundraising campaign.

This year, anything goes, from simple seasonal socks to outrageous festive frocks. Local businesses, schools and individuals are being invited to hold an event and fundraise to support the vital hospice care services provided by St Barnabas over the festive period. You can join in with Wear it Festive at home, work or school on Friday 14 December or alternatively pick a date that suits you best. Register to take part and receive a free fundraising pack at www.stbh.org.uk/wearitfestive or call the Fundraising Team to find out more on 01903 254777.

To see and purchase designer crafts in Sussex visit the Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show in Midhurst on Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd December. The Sussex Guild is a group of selected, professional designer makers of contemporary and traditional crafts. The annual Sussex Guild event will be held in Rother College. Visitors will find a variety of beautifully made crafts which have been created in workshops and studios across Sussex and the adjoining counties - handy to look for Christmas gifts. Admission ticket of £3 allows you to return throughout the two days, students and children free admission. The venue is a short walk from Midhurst town centre, with free parking in the town and at the college.

For more information about the Sussex Guild see www.thesussexguild.co.uk Young people in West Sussex with mental health needs can now benefit from a reshaped counselling service provided by YMCA DownsLink Group. People aged 11-18 who present with mild to moderate emotional wellbeing and mental health needs can get face-to-face counselling at various locations across the county. Now, thanks to a new support platform called ‘e-wellbeing’, the service also offers online sessions with an experienced and qualified counsellor. Another new development will see young people able to take part in a new group work programme, due to be available at set locations near the end of the year. Referrals to the counselling service can be made at the county council’s Find It Out centres, selfreferrals and by contacting YMCA DownsLink Group by calling 07739 893 707 or emailing community.counselling@ymcadlg.org

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£10,000 reward offered to catch the Loxwood Arsonists Wanted posters have been appearing around Loxwood and the surrounding areas as the owners of the Loxwood Meadow offer a £10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of an arsonist or arsonists who set a barn and seating area alight in the early hours of Friday 27th July.

Home of the Loxwood Joust and located off the B2133 north of Billingshurst, the fire that caused an estimated £35,000 of damage also endangered the 50-acre woodland and the people that were on site in the meadows at that time. Thankfully, the barn was unoccupied and no-one was hurt; with the quick response from the fire brigade also ensuring that the fire did not spread to the surrounding tinder dry woodlands.

Police are investigating the arson and PC John Blight of the Chichester Investigations team said; "Our enquiries have so far not identified the motive or those

SUSSEX LOCAL responsible for this offence, but the offer of the reward by the land owners, subject to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible, may well produce information."

Maurice Bacon, who owns the farmland said “The Loxwood Meadows are special, and have received recognition for their wealth of natural habitats and eco-friendly management. We are so very lucky that the fire that was started in the midst of the very hot, dry weather did not decimate them. I really hope that this reward will trigger people’s memories for information that will lead to the capture of the arsonists, and that our distinctive posters will also encourage people to come forward if they can help.”

Should you have any information, you can contact the police online, or call 101, quoting serial 212 of 27/07. You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111

CPR & Defibrillator Training Heartstart is an initiative from British Heart Foundation to teach emergency lifesaving skills to the British public. The course includes: how to: recognise a heart attack and a cardiac arrest, help an unconscious person, perform CPR, help someone choking, respond to serious bleeding.

A free ‘Heart Start’ session will be held at Pulborough Village Hall, Rother Room on Saturday 12th January at 9.30am and lasts around 2½ hours. It will be delivered by members of CHART, Community First Responders for West Chiltington and Pulborough. If you would like to attend a course, please go to the website www.chartonline.org.uk or phone 01798 812619.

Numbers for each session are limited and there will be more dates available next year.

Recycle your Christmas Tree The Rotary Club of Storrington & Pulborough District together with Chanctonbury Lions Club will arrange to collect and recycle your Christmas tree.

If you live within a 3 mile radius of Storrington, Pulborough, or within Ashington Village then you can call 07477 829967, or you can also email recyclexmastree@hotmail.com. Please leave your name, address, including postcode, and contact telephone number. A minimum donation of £5 is required.

Collections will commence from 6th January, through to 12th January and all proceeds are in aid of Charitable causes supported by Rotary and Lions

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through the door ALL FIVE SERVICES INSPECTED BY CQC GOOD! SEPTEMBER 2018 Though the new regulations, standards and inspections seem endless, the ethos at Woodlands has not changed here in thirty years. “Treat each resident as if they are your own parent”. Not ROOM AVAILABLE NOW! difficult to understand, though challenging at times. The staff, all highly qualified and very experienced in the field of Dementia Care, take enormous pride in their work with the results of a “GOOD” in all five categories of the CQC Inspection Report.

However, the greatest reward is daily… seeing residents content, secure and comfortable, feeling at home without social pressures. Being a small home, only fourteen residents, most residents get on together well but there is always a quiet corner if someone feels a little “Me-time” is in order!

Woodlands House is a care home for elderly people with short term memory, dementia confusion, and Alzheimer’s disease. The families of residents at Woodlands have recognised, that whilst becoming less able to live independently, even with home-care, their remaining skills and abilities can be more successfully maintained given specialist care earlier, rather than later.

The environment which is comfortable and homely with all soft furnishings, gives the warmth and understanding normally associated with family care. It is also borne in mind how families feel when first leaving and later visiting loved ones. It is important they feel comfortable and confident in the care being provided and their activities both daily and specifically tailored around each resident.

Christmas is coming, and like everyone else we will be preparing homemade mince pies, Christmas cake and loads of shortbread!! Decorations will cheer us up as we look out at the birds and squirrels scurrying around for their supper while residents patiently wait for the warm aromas of baking indicating supper and Christmas are on their way. Another year at Woodlands!

Oonagh Manager/Proprietor: house.woodlands@gmail.com 01903 725458 or 07815 762623

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Girls rugby masterclasses This Christmas holiday, girls are being given the opportunity to take part in a rugby masterclass being held at Horsham RFC. The Lions Sports Academy masterclass - aimed at Under 15 and Under 18 girls will deliver specialised coaching to include everything needed to know about current playing positions. It will be split into the following groups: • Forwards • Backs • Scrum Halves • Kicking All Lions coaches are at least RFU level 2 as well as fully DBS checked, creating a quality, safe and fun environment for children of all ages. Children do not need to be a member of the club to be able to attend the Masterclass.

The masterclass takes place at Horsham Rugby Football Club, Hammerpond Road, Horsham, RH13 6PJ on Friday 21 December, 9am-4pm. This is for Under 15s and Under 18s, girls only. The price us £60 per child and includes a hot lunch. Book a place now at www.lionssports.academy

SUSSEX LOCAL Halloween Success in West Chiltington Around 30 children and their parents enjoyed a short adventure in song and story to explore Halloween at St Mary’s Church in West Chiltington on All Hallows’ Eve. Kicking off with games and craft activities in the church hall, children with glow sticks and candles made their way to St Mary’s on a pumpkin lit Churchyard trek.

Children left with a goody bag, including a free trade pack from the meaningful chocolate company, Scripture Union’s Who is the Light? Leaflet and sweets donated by the local Post Office Stores. In the historic Norman church families heard about the origins of trick or treating, pumpkins and the importance of our own lights of hope, peace and kindness making a difference in our world.

St Mary’s Rector Rev’d David Coleman said, ‘Parents commented that it was a fabulous evening offering a real sense of fun and community spirit. As a church we only get a couple of children most Sundays so this was a great opportunity to build a relationship with families and let them know that we are here for them.’

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by Veronica Cowan Idly thinking of branching out into screenwriting, under the illusion that it is easier than writing a book, I reflected that I have never knowingly written fiction (honestly!). But as Mark Twain might have said: “Don’t let the truth get in the way of a good story,” so where to start?

Well, there are numerous courses on screenwriting, and Channel 4 annually offers twelve writers, new to television drama, an insight into how the industry works. It provides a “dry-run” of what it can be like to write a television drama commission, for a one-hour series and serial drama, as well as the experience of working with Channel 4 to write an original drama script.

The down side is that thousands of aspiring screenwriters apply each year, and I don’t think I am keen enough to compete, so I’ll leave that to younger, ambitious and enthusiastic starters.

A number of colleges around the country run screenwriting courses, some for beginners and others for more established writers who want to develop their material and learn from established writers. But not wanting to stray too far from home, I rang West Dean College to see if they were running such a course.

They weren’t but they did have a copy-writing course coming up, directed at writing for the theatre, so I signed up for a three-day residential course. It was a happy and useful few days, and I discovered that there are all kinds of courses running simultaneously at the College.

Situated in the West Dean Estate, near Chichester, the college is the former home of the poet and patron of the arts Edward James, who inherited it on his father’s death. An admirer of the Surrealist movement (a 20th-century avant-garde movement in art and literature which sought to release the creative potential of the unconscious mind) he formed one of the largest collections of their works.

In 1939, he wrote to Aldous Huxley (an English writer, novelist and philosopher), expressing his fear that after the war, certain arts, particularly the techniques of the craftsmen, would be lost. In order to prevent this, James suggested his Estate be set up as an educational community where the techniques of craftsmanship could be preserved and taught, whilst restoring old work and creating new art works.

In 1964 he conveyed the Estate to the Edward James Foundation, which established West Dean College in 1971 as a centre for the study of conservation, arts, crafts, writing, gardening and music, providing both full-time and short courses.

I wondered whether the college is a registered charity, or a different kind of structure. Francine Norris, its director of education, explains: “[It] is an independent Higher Education College supported by The Edward James Foundation, a charitable trust (charity number 1126084). The Foundation also covers West Dean Gardens, West Dean Estate and West Dean Tapestry Studio (a professional Studio that also operates closely with the College's School of Art).

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The courses included on West Dean’s programmes include MA degrees and diplomas in Conservation Studies, and Visual Arts, validated by the University of Sussex.

The college is developing its partnerships and professional networks to extend impact, both nationally and internationally, and to increase graduate opportunities.

Many West Dean College alumni have gone on to work with significant collections in some of the world’s top museums and heritage organisations, or have successfully exhibited their work around the world. Conservation Graduates from West Dean have gone on to work at renowned institutions, including the Bodleian Library, the British Museum, the Imperial War Museum and the National Maritime Museum. Many have ended up abroad, including at Royal Swedish Palaces, Smithsonian Museums in America and the Vienna Clock Museum, while others have gone into private practice.

As to how the courses are selected, Francine notes that the choice is influenced by the College’s founding principles: “Our courses range from one-day arts and craft courses to Foundation, Diploma and Masters degrees.” Learners can be beginners, or more advanced students.

She continues: “Whether it’s our relatively new FdA Historic Craft Practices degree or one of 800 short courses, the choice of courses reflects the founding aim of teaching and preserving crafts and supporting emerging talent. This was the vision of College founder, poet and arts patron Edward James, who is best known for his collaborations and support of surrealist artists including Dali.”

Most popular are the short courses, which range from art, craft, gardening, music and textiles to metalwork, ceramics, woodworking, writing, photography and more, Francine said, adding: “Among the most popular are painting, drawing and pottery because there is a huge variety of courses within these fields. Many of our tutors are very well known and their courses book quickly. New courses are continuously introduced and we find the appetite to try something new is always strong.”

Painting student One thing I liked about the script-writing course on which I had enrolled was the varied background and age of the participants, and one thing that united us all was that we wanted to sell what we wrote. Therefore, as well as being able to share experiences, and test our character plotting, we wanted to learn about the varied outlets for scripts.

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“Students are attracted to West Dean College of Arts and Conservation from across a wide demographic,” she said, continuing: “Our degree and diploma students come from across the UK, Europe and internationally, attracted by our reputation for conservation and arts education.”

She added that those registering for the arts and craft short courses range from those who haven’t stepped into an art studio since their school days to practising professionals: “Then there are those who are embarking on a second career to pursue their art, [and] many more are here because they now have the time to develop their creativity.”

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significant proportion come from across the South, including London. She adds: “Sussex students tend to come more often and our one-day taster courses appeal as they don’t need to stay overnight.”

As to the teachers, I wondered whether it was difficult to recruit people to run courses.

“Because we are purely an arts and conservation college we’re very invested in those spheres and have extensive networks and knowledge,” Francine explains, adding: “We keep a close connection with what's happening professionally and we’re always discovering talented individuals to deliver our courses. There’s a Jewellery for beginners class lively cultural programme of events here with visiting artists and authors, and these are open to the public and often free.”

As to what proportion of course participants are local, as in across Sussex, Francine said that whilst students come from across the UK and internationally, a

Find out more at www.westdean.org.uk You can also ring the reception on 01243 811301 or email reception@westdean.org.uk

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Good Old Fashioned Service Hamilton Cole In today’s world of the internet and ever-changing technology, directors of Pulborough based Hamilton Cole, Robin and Susan (pictured) told Sussex Local that customer service is of vital importance. Whilst they have a retail showroom, their main focus is on the service sections of the business.

When a customer buys a new flat panel television or other AV equipment, a big part is setting up the Smart services and showing them how to work it all. Quite often people also want their TVs wall mounted. Another important service offered is EICRs (Electrical Installation Condition Reports). These are reports like a car MOT on the electrical installation and fixtures of your property (the electrics deteriorate over time) showing any work needed to bring it up to standard.

Susan told us, “The beauty of having a showroom is that customers can see and feel the products, ask us question and get the advice they need”. Susan and Robin are very proud that the business is still operating after an impressive 65 years.

01798 872237 www.hamiltoncole.co.uk Station Rd, Pulborough RH20 1AH

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Cauliflower & broccoli cheese with chestnuts A family favourite to accompany Christmas dinner Ingredients  1 large cauliflower  1 broccoli head  500ml milk  50g butter  3 bay leaves  3 tbsp plain flour  200g Sussex Charmer (you can visit Village Larder’s cheese counter for many more cheese)  25g coarse textured bread, torn into chunks  Grated nutmeg  80g ready cooked chestnuts, roughly chopped

Method: 1) Separate the cauliflower and broccoli into evensized florets, then bring a large pan of salted water to the boil. Add the cauliflower and boil for 4 mins before adding the broccoli florets for a further 4 minutes or until just tender. Once fully drained arrange the florets in a large casserole dish.

2) To make the sauce, pour the milk into a pan with the butter, bay leaves and flour, and heat gently, stirring all the time, until it thickens into a smooth, creamy sauce. Remove the bay leaves, add 100g of the cheese and season to taste. Pour over the florets and scatter with the remaining cheese and grate the nutmeg over the top.

3) Heat your oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Scatter the chunks of bread and chestnuts over the florets and bake for 25 mins until golden.

Why not make ahead of time and pop in your freezer for Christmas Day? Order your turkey from Village Larder in-store or online.

Recipe kindly supplied by Hollie from Village Larder, Squires Garden Centre Washington or Old Mill Drive Storrington every Thursday. Follow Hollie on Instagram and Twitter @village_larder

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In Your Garden Monthly gardening ideas and tasks

by Andrew Staib, Principal Designer of Glorious Gardens What’s it like to run a small garden nursery?

Garden designer Andrew Staib talks to Ed Nugent from Garden Sage Nursery in Hassocks about the joys and difficulties of running a nursery.

Ed Nugent

It was a great leap of faith three years ago when Ed Nugent and his wife Josie decided to set up their own nursery in Hassocks.

It was 2015 and they knew both they were in the shadow of two large commercial garden centres and despite a life time working in retail horticulture, they had never had to put their own savings into such a venture.

It was a risk that has paid off, despite working their fingers to the bone. During the summer Ed starts work at 5.30am and doesn’t finish sometimes until 8pm. Josie, who works as a professional gardener during the week, comes in to work on the weekend.

And they have kids! Hasn’t the hard work of running a nursery orphaned their children. “Luckily they are still at an age where they can run around and have adventures here!” The sacrifice is worth making.

“I’m lucky” Ed says, taking a sip of tea as we sit in the

nursery cafe, “I earn an income from the thing I love the most - talking about plants. It has been my whole life. I have been around plants since I was 16 and I’ve worked for all the major plant nurseries as well as doing the plant arranging for Chelsea and Hampton Court displays.”

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“Our goal here is to offer something very different to other nurseries. Give excellent advice to members of the public about which plants to buy that will suit their garden and how to care for them. People come in here ready to invest in their garden and we take that responsibility very seriously. We don’t sell people plants because we have a lot of a particular plant in stock. If we don’t have the plant that we think will be the right one then we will order it.

“Yes that’s it” Ed continues, “we sell good plants with good advice. That’s our ethos. I have worked in lots of big garden centres and it becomes all about squeezing money out of people. I was fed up with the commercial aspect and wanted to do something different. It is for this reason I will only employ people with a solid horticultural knowledge and an appetite to learn more”.

Ed takes me on a tour of the nursery. It is a delicate maze of paths with well presented plants in interesting combinations, so different from the rows of the same plant arranged in alphabetic order in a typical garden centre.

“One of the things we do here is concentrate on unusual species like Helwingia chinensis and sometimes this means returning to old varieties that have gone out of fashion like the green Ophiopogon. We make sure we

have plenty of standard plants in stock but it is exciting to offer unusual plants to the public not just designers.”

The cafe is a work in progress and the coffee and food is of unusually good quality.

“We will also bend over backward trying to source unusual plants. It takes way too much time to do this and I don’t get paid for it but, at the end of the day it is not the time it takes but not wanting to be beaten. I get obsessed with trying to find particular plants!” He grins. Ed comes over as a very hard working but gentle and honest man and you have a feeling that the plant choices he would give you would be spot on.

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And Ed would loose the very thing that is dear to himtalking about plants and caring for plants all day long!

They are open all throughout the winter from 8.30am to 5pm and on Sundays from 10-4pm.

If you bring this magazine along they will give you complimentary 30 Allium Drumsticks.

Where to go in December It is the time of Christmas fairs - Horsham Sunday Christmas market plus the Uckfield Festival of Christmas Trees are some you can visit. There is also Arundel

by Candlelight and ice skating at the Pavilion in Brighton, which are just a few things to do! Happy Christmas everyone and give your back a well earned rest.

Uckfield Festival of Christmas Trees

December tasks  It’s the right time to plant trees and hedges taken straight from the field. They are normally called ‘bareroot’ as opposed to ‘container grown’. They are half the price and settle in nicely into the cool moist earth.  It is still ok to order and plant bulbs. The soil is still very warm even if the air isn’t.  Prune heavily sapping trees like Birches and Grape vines before the winter really sets in.  Harvest the rest of your root crops and lift and store your Dahlia, Canna and Ginger Lilly bulbs.  Don’t worry if your garden looks messy. The more mess the better for wildlife that needs a place to hide away during the winter.

You will have plenty of time to clean your beds in Spring. Just think - your laziness now is creating a 5 star hotel for wildlife. However where needs must, continue to rake up leaves and store them separately from the summer’s grass clippings as they need a different process.

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40 Property

Energy performance certificates

By Chris Ennis FRICS Energy performance certificates (EPC’s) have been around now since 2008 and I imagine that most of us have seen the multicoloured ratings on fridges, freezers and other electrical equipment.

A similar rating regime is shown on all sales and letting particulars prepared by estate agents. The aim of the EPC is to alert owners and purchasers of the property’s energy efficiency and identify areas where capital expenditure could reduce running costs.

Some years ago, there was considerable debate concerning the Home Information Pack (HIP) which was, at the time likened to a house ‘MOT’ and included a type of survey, legal documents and an EPC. The HIP was proposed to be included with most sale and letting documents, but from the outset there were many legal and other issues to overcome. The need to provide a HIP was dismissed by the Conservative Liberal democratic government in 2010, but due to EU regulations the need for an EPC was retained.

SUSSEX LOCAL Currently an EPC is required when any self -contained residential building is sold or let.

Listed buildings are exempt as are properties sold privately and not publicly advertised. A listed building is exempt since by its very nature and likely construction it cannot be insulated or improved with modern materials.

An EPC is provided by a specially trained inspector who will call and assess the construction of a property, and examine the insulation, windows, water tanks, heating systems and boiler controls. In the Worthing area, the preparation of an EPC might cost between £50 and £100 excluding VAT and could take up to say 1 hour to complete.

The EPC visual rating chart shows a coloured and alpha-numeric scale ranging from green (very efficient) to red (poor efficiency). The report indicates how the expenditure of capital might reduce household bills. Energy efficiency is highly topical in this era of global warming.

EPC’s are logged in a central database at the Ministry of Housing Communities and local government and can be readily accessed on the internet.

Chris Ennis FRICS is a Chartered Surveyor www.propdoctor.co.uk call 01903 261 217 or email surveyor1@talktalk.net

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42 Schools

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Coldwaltham

Athletes and poets

Science Extravaganza

The children were put through their paces by Nigerian long jumper, Ezekiel Ewulo (or Zeeks).

Everyone from Year R to Year 6 and the staff were sweating but still smiling by the end of his short workout. Even our onsite nursery, Little Birds came and joined in – so everyone from 3 to 33 (give or take a few years!) was doing everything from Spotty Dogs (jumping with your opposite arms and legs) to press-ups.

Zeeks then spent some time out at break with the children, with one of our Reception children teaching him how to use the traversing wall. Zeeks then talked to all of the children about his journey to become an international athlete, including the importance of having a plan b in case it doesn’t all work out as you hope.

He was fantastic with the children and was a real inspiration for our many budding sports stars here at Bury. He listened to all of the children’s questions including my favourite from one of our newest children ‘so when are you going to become a superhero?’

Maybe he already is and international long jumper is his disguise!

We also had a visit from inspirational poet Rachel Long, who spent the morning with Buzzard Class giving them a poetry workshop. As with last year, this incredible opportunity was provided by The Arts Society West Sussex Young Arts to 8 local schools and we were delighted to welcome children from Fittleworth to join us. The children were all trying their best with the aim of becoming the Bury Poet Laureate and performing their poetry to a packed audience at the Petworth Literary Festival. Such is the quality of the writing being produced here at Bury that our Y5 and 6 teacher, Mrs Braun, was asked to present what she has been doing to other teachers across West Sussex at a recent English conference.

Amongst all of this we had a visit from Ofsted. The inspector spent two days with us, really getting to know the school and seeing all the fantastic learning opportunities going on, talking with parents, children and staff and spending lots of time in class and out in the woods. We had some fabulous feedback, including: “The school is a harmonious, happy community where pupils become thoughtful, tolerant individuals.”

A particularly pleasing part of the process was that in the Ofsted parent survey, 100% of parents said they would ‘recommend the school to a friend’.

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

‘Ooohs’ and ‘Wows!’ were the sounds that could be heard in the classrooms and hall of St James’ Primary School on Thursday 11th October when the school combined an open afternoon with its first Science Fayre. Children brought in a vast range of experiments including lava lamps, vinegar volcanoes, magnetic marvels and exploding Coke bottles and the hall was filled with visiting science guests who introduced the children to the inspiring world of STEM (Science, Technology, Maths and Engineering).

Science is at the heart of the curriculum at St James’ School in Coldwaltham and the children learn by asking questions and then designing experiments and investigations to find the answers through first hand experiences. This is an exciting time at St James’ School with its recent ‘Good’ Ofsted, a new minibus and climbing equipment and plans for further developments in the near future. www.st-james-coldwaltham.w-sussex.sch.uk

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St Mary’s School Autumn Term

The Autumn term is moving along swiftly and the children continue to enjoy a range of curriculum enhancing activities and special visitors.

We were thrilled to formally open our Early Years and KS1 area in November and welcome Bishop Mark from Horsham.

He blessed the school and the setting and had the honour of cutting the ribbon. Stephen Heppell, who designs learning spaces all over the world, also came to see the transformation and work alongside the children. We were able to thank so many people who have worked so hard to create this learning space which really does enhance children's learning.

Year 4 children visited Drusillas Zoo Park as an introduction to their topic on Rainforests and were mesmerised by the variety of animals there. There were many opportunities to interact with the wildlife, with

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the parrots being a particular favourite of children and staff alike!

The focus in November has naturally been Remembrance and Year 6 have visited St Mary’s Church in the village to look at the war graves and discover more about the evacuees who were sent to Pulborough at the outbreak of war. These names and stories are particular poignant this year with the Centenary of WW1.

As the term draws to a close in December we look forward to the Christmas Nativity productions and the Christingle service at St Mary’s Church on Sunday 2nd December. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Children’s Society Christingle which aims to show a child they are not alone at Christmas and to raise money to help vulnerable children. The whole school will be making the Christingle candles during the week and all are welcome to the service on the Sunday.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the dedicated team that we have here at St Mary’s for their continued support this term and the dedication and enthusiasm that they have shown to the children and their learning. My thanks also go to the tireless work of the volunteers and PTA, who give of their time so freely, and continue to provide the children with a variety of enrichment activities.

Mrs S Copus (Acting Headteacher) www.st-marys-pulborough.w-sussex.sch.uk

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Win a copy of ‘Visitors' Historic Britain: West Sussex’ A unique approach to West Sussex history Many writers have written about the delights of the former kingdom of the South Saxons, its Downs, villages, countryside, people and their ways. Visitors' Historic Britain West Sussex is the first book to take readers on a tour of discovery of each of the county's historic eras in turn.

Starting with prehistoric Sussex, we explore West Sussex from West to East, investigating both little-known and well-visited sites that tell the story of our ancestors' past. We encounter wild warriors, formidable founders of the county, indefatigable industrialists, excitable eccentrics and the lives of Sussex inhabitants and invaders.

Sussex is a county celebrated by writers, painters, royalty, artists and the millions who have enjoyed its changing coastline and verdant villages. Visitors' Historic Britain provides a unique series of journeys for those who are inquisitive about this quirky and history - changing part of the South-East.

Kevin Newman is a Sussex-born and dwelling author, tour guide, teacher, history consultant, journalist and historian. He has written school textbooks, for Sussex publications such as the Argus and Brighton and Hove Independent as well a range of books on Sussex. Visitors' Historic Sussex - West Sussex is his first book for Pen and Sword and will be followed by a sequel on East Sussex and Brighton and Hove.

You can purchase ‘Visitors’ Historic Britain: West Sussex’ at www.pen-and-sword.co.uk

Win ‘Visitors’ Historic Britain: West Sussex’ To enter the competition answer the question below: Q: West Sussex was the former Kingdom of _____ a) The Saxons b) The Romans c) The Vikings Send your answer and contact details including phone number to: Historic Britain Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/features/competitions Winner drawn after 31st December 2018. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

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Paws for thought Diet & exercise A British Veterinary Associations (BVA) survey showed that over 60% of vets said that pet obesity is their biggest health and welfare concern.

Dr Julian Hoad The Veterinary Animal Welfare Coalition (a group of leading veterinary organisations and vet-led animal charities that aims to help pet owners better understand their pets' five welfare needs) polled over 500 vets and vet nurses and “recognising when a pet is overweight” was the top issue that vets and vet nurses wish UK pet owners were able to identify.

The health costs of obese pets are very like those for humans as well as the concurrent welfare problems.

The causes of obesity are also similar, with the overwhelming reason being inappropriate diet (too much, wrong type etc) and lack of exercise.

Diet and Exercise Giving the right diet to a pet is about education and will power and your veterinary team can really help owners get this right for their pet. Dedicated weight clinics can give advice and motivation to help make a meaningful difference. A health change in diet is good for pets but they are not always going to enjoy this immediately.

Pets 47 However, exercise is something that pet and owner can really share together, get great enjoyment from and improve both of their physical and mental health.

Taking the dog for a walk costs significantly less than a gym membership and is much more fun. Most dogs are very keen to go for some exercise and are probably the only ones in the house that are delighted to see their owner at sunrise and be ready to go out and exercise. Exercise is a great way to start the day.

BVA’s five point plan to get fit 1. Go the extra mile – do an extra circuit around the local park or go a bit further on country walks, but remember that your dog should be on a lead in the countryside when there is livestock around 2. Think toys not treats – toys that a dog can play with and get fun exercise from can get that tail wagging as energetically as treats can 3. Get the right diet – make sure that your dog’s diet is right for its breed, size, age and lifestyle 4. Ask your local vet – your vet will know and be able to offer the best advice on your pet and its needs 5. Join the veterinary practice weight club to motivate you to help your pet to lose weight.

Wishing all pets and their owners a very Happy Christmas.

Crossways Veterinary Group, School Hill, Storrington, 01903 743040 www.crosswaysvets.co.uk

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‘Being Good’ Over Christmas?

By Heather Smith, Personal Trainer Christmas is such a tricky time of year nutrition-wise.

There’s delicious looking food everywhere you look, everyone tells you to relax your rules (‘it’s Christmas!’), and you’re being invited out for drinks and food every other day. It leaves you stuck constantly needing to use your willpower to fight off the urge, temptation and encouragement to give in. And we all know willpower runs out fairly quickly!

you’re not that bothered by it, decide in advance to only accept a half glass, or none at all if she won’t be offended.

My answer is that it only happens once a year. Have what you want, but don’t have everything; if you fancy a mince pie, have a mince pie. Don’t eat the whole pack.

Forward planning is also a great practice to use for small things you might not otherwise think about until the moment is upon you; like how many Quality Streets you’re going to have when Corrie comes on Christmas day. Know yourself well enough to know how detailed your plan needs to be.

Of course you’ll put weight on. And that’s ok, if you’re making conscious decisions. Christmas is really only 2-3 weeks, and whatever weight you do gain will go quickly once you get back to your usual way of eating.

The key is in deciding IN ADVANCE what you’re going to do. Always decide beforehand, never when you’re hungry and trying to decide how much willpower to summon.

If your friend makes a mean mince pie, its ok to accept one, and enjoy it guilt free! If you also know she’s likely to try to pickle you in mulled wine and

Above all, it IS Christmas, and if everything goes to pot and you find yourself needing to start afresh in January, that’s ok, no punishment required. Just pick yourself up and get back to what worked for you before Christmas.

Heather Smith is a fat loss specialist Personal Trainer. www.fitbiztraining.co.uk

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Warming Winter Lava Shell Massage Review by Lindsey Taylor Skin & Beauty on the Brooks is located in a charming timber framed building surrounded by peaceful countryside just south of Pulborough.

Whilst being introduced to my therapist, Hannah, I admired the character of the building and the beautiful surrounding views.

I have experienced many holistic treatments in my life but had never heard of a Lava Shell massage and was intrigued to find out more. Hannah showed me into the warm and relaxing holistic treatment room (one of seven) and proceeded with a short consultation before it was time for the relaxation to begin.

The Lava Shells originate from the Philippines and this treatment is just one of many new holistic treatments on offer at the salon. Hannah explained the Lava shells were self-heating, allowing a deeper massage to ease away muscle tension, increase circulation and restore calm in the mind and body.

Hannah placed a special self-heating combination of

SUSSEX LOCAL herbs and minerals, along with a liquid activator inside the Lava shell. She explained that the shells radiate different levels of heat making the massage suitable for most people (including pregnant ladies).

They also use Glacial shells, which provide a cold massage and can be used to ease sports injuries.

Whilst the shells were heating, Hannah started to massage my shoulders and arms using coconut oil. As I started to relax I then felt the lovely warmth from the shells and smelled the aroma of lavender. When the heat from the shells lowered, Hannah would replace with fresh warm shells to continue the treatment.

Hannah used the hottest shells for my back to ease the tension, which was utter bliss. Massaging the tight knots around my neck and shoulders usually makes me flinch, but with the heat from the shells, Hannah just glided over them or perhaps there were no knots left after the 75 minutes of what can only be described as pure heaven.

I left the salon feeling totally relaxed and renewed. The warmth from the shells remained with me for the whole day and I had the best night’s sleep in a long time. £74 Lava Shell launch offer (RRP £88) until 24/12/18 www.skinandbeautyonthebrooks.com 01798 875956

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Computer Care What device to buy for Christmas

by Alan Stainer

Christmas is the time of year that a lot of people may be thinking about buying a new computer, either for themselves or most likely for someone else.

Are you looking for a traditional desktop or tower PC, a laptop, a smartphone, smartwatch or tablet, or maybe a games console? Are you going to use Windows, Mac, Linux, ChromeOS, iOS, Android or something else entirely?

Then of course there are the new breed of smart devices that are cropping up. You must have heard of the Amazon Echo that sports the Alexa assistant and you have probably heard of Google Home too. They all come in different sizes to fit your needs and there is even a new Google Home Hub smartscreen, so you aren’t just relying on it talking back to you, but can actually read things if you prefer. Useful if you are trying to follow a recipe for Christmas pudding.

What’s the point of all this? Well it’s just that you shouldn’t feel confined to the old stereotypes of what makes a computer a computer. There are lots of different types and they all have their part to play in our future and that future looks pretty smart. www.alansitsolutions.com

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Bury Council News Bury School Bury appreciate the ‘Good’ result that the recent OFSTED inspection registered. Please do read the full report from the School website or Bury Parish Council’s website. This will give you a better picture of the school’s achievement. The current Head Teacher (Jan 2017) has been working so hard to bring the school back to its former popularity.

He has put in a massive effort, and we congratulate him on this success. The school is now progressing upwards. It is in the most beautiful setting, and is once again becoming the school of choice. The fact that the children remain friends with their contemporaries throughout life, is an accolade to the ethos of the school and the pastoral care when they start at their first school.

Remembrance Service Big efforts were made to make this years Remembrance Service special. The school children held a workshop to make ceramic poppies. They were placed at the Memorial in Bury, followed by a short service with the school children. On Sunday 11th November there was the Remembrance Service and Silence.

SUSSEX LOCAL The school children have been researching the history of those that died. Some local families had photos of those that fought. They should not be forgotten.

A War Grave has recently been identified at the end of the church yard.

Looking for Councillors The Parish Council are still looking for more Councillors. It is hoped that some residents will join that have experience, or have local knowledge over the years that would be useful when making decisions.

Please contact the Parish Councillors via The Clerk: clerk@buryparishcouncil.org.uk or write to Bury Parish Council, Bury Village Hall, The Street, Bury, RH20 1PA. www.buryparishcouncil.org.uk

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Coldwaltham Council Edited extracts from the draft minutes of Parish Council meeting on 16th October 2018.

South Downs National Park Association (SDNPA) Local Plan Hearings The hearing dates had been confirmed these being: 14th to 16th November then 4th to 6 December at Midhurst, then 11th to 13th December in the Amex Stadium in Brighton.

The Parish Council (PC) have always recommended that any development in Coldwaltham should be smaller. Highlighting that at the consultation period, 4 other sites were submitted and remain on the table.

Should the SDNPA wish to keep the same number of units for the village - these could easily be accommodated in smaller developments across any four of the five available sites to meet the same total.

It was noted that the number of Affordable Homes had not been determined, but that SDNPA have a target of 50% across the park, not per site.

The Parish Council can demonstrate that small developments work like Chapel Close in Watersfield; and small affordable ones like Piers Secomb & Shackleton Close. (It was noted that at least five of the new residents, in Shackleton Close, have a strong link to Coldwaltham).

The South Downs Local Plan, currently at examination, showed that the proposed 28 houses would

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In submitting the Local Plan in April, the SDNPA had however presented a schedule of 'major modifications', which dropped the car park and proposed that the residual area should be managed not for public access but for biodiversity.

There was however no clarity as to who would ultimately be responsible for maintaining this specialised regime, or how enforceable it would be.

All this had only become apparent after the final Local Plan consultation last autumn, and so was within the scope of the forthcoming public hearings. The Parish Council did not want to be in the position of receiving the burden of managing this space, and the additional cost this would present to residents.

It was commented that if each development was too small, developments smaller than 10 dwellings wouldn’t trigger any affordable provision. The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) makes provision that 40% of developments are affordable.

Cllr Burr confirmed that SDNPA have specified 50% affordable housing across the whole National Park and believe that their proposed scale of development remains viable at this 50% level. www.coldwalthampc.org.uk

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Fittleworth Council Edited extracts from draft minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 15th October 2018.

Public Questions An elector has requested that the Parish Council look into the village hosting a similar event to Petworth in Bloom. Fittleworth currently has the Open Gardens event. The clerk will look into the Village in Bloom event and report back to the Council.

Village Shop and playground update It was reported that the new playground and shop are now open and the first two weeks of trading have been excellent. Great support from the village. It is now necessary to register the lease with the land registry and the Parish Council will need to issue the first rent demand.

Winter resilience plan It was agreed that the current plan will remain in place and, in addition, School Lane will be added to the plan – to grit or clear snow as and when required.

This will not be covered by WSCC as School Lane is not an A or B road. The Clerk will contact the Parish Council maintenance contractors (Grasstex) and Neil Dallyn (local farmer) to see if either party can carry out the work, if and when required.

Neighbourhood Plan update The Neighbourhood Plan is delayed due to a problem

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raised by South Downs National Park (SDNP). The problem arises from the 'Sweetman judgement', by the European Court of Justice, which means that the Habitat Regulations Assessment (an Appendix to the Plan) can only identify 'likely significant effects' of the proposal.

If there are such effects, any mitigation can only be proposed as part of an Appropriate Assessment, which must be a separate document.

The consultants who prepared the HRA for the Plan are prepared to modify it, and put the Appropriate Assessment into a separate document, but South Downs are concerned that this may not be a satisfactory solution. They have sought legal advice (from a QC) which is awaited by the day.

It is now expected that the Referendum will take place in either February or March 2019.

Bognor Quarry An interested neighbour had some samples from the quarry site tested by the Horsham Geological Society.

The results confirmed that the limestone samples tested were not local limestone and supports the view that the quarry has been importing limestone.

This information will be forwarded to SDNPA. www.fittleworth-pc.org.uk

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Pulborough Parish Council Edited extracts from the draft minutes of the Parish Council meeting held on 18th October 2018.

Christmas Trees and Lights Approved the supply and installation by Festive Illuminations of Christmas Trees and lights on Lower Street /Pulborough businesses and residential premises, at a cost of £3,040 (excl. VAT). plus any additional installations within the agreed budget limit of £3,520. Following discussion, it was noted that the Council pays approximately £80 per tree and suggests a £10 donation, which has been unchanged for some time. For future years, the Council should endeavour to further offset the cost to the Council by suggesting a minimum donation of £10 and that recipients of two trees should be asked to donate for both.

Pavilion water leak A leak allowance of £2080.83 had been applied by Southern Water, together with a £50 credit from Business Stream. Subsequent to the meeting, the insurance claim of £3880.72 for loss of metered water had been successful which would further offset the balance payable to Business Stream as a result of the leak.

Recreation ground anti-social behaviour Discussion took place around perceived antisocial behaviour at the recreation ground and whether this was related to users of the sports pavilion/social

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club. Query was also raised regarding membership of the Social Club. Members were keen to establish whether such reports were founded and it was agreed that the Clerk would arrange a meeting with the Social Club Chairman and Steward to discuss matters.

A29 Upgrade to Major Road Network (MRN) Members considered the response received from the Dept for Transport to the Council's letter to the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Transport objecting to the proposals (previously copied to Cllrs).

Members felt that the letter had not addressed the concerns raised, such as bottle-neck issues and lack of consultation. No response had been received from the MP or from WSCC who had been copied in. The Clerk reported that correspondence had been received from a member of Coldwaltham PC who were also concerned and wished to meet with PPC. It was felt imperative to engage in dialogue with relevant bodies as soon as possible, since the Government's intention was to finalize MRN proposals this autumn. The Council would respond to the Dept for Transport reiterating the Council's concerns in the strongest possible terms with relevant concerned parties copied in, including Nick Herbert MP. www.pulboroughparishcouncil.gov.uk

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West Chiltington Parish Council Meet your Parish Councillors - Saturday 1st December 2018 The Parish Council will be holding a Meet and Greet event on Saturday 1st December at the West Chiltington Cricket Pavilion from 10am to 12 noon.

This is your chance to come and chat to your councillors in an informal setting, with refreshments on offer.

We love meeting as many residents as possible and sharing what the council has been doing over the past year, ahead of the budget plan for next year.

Good news for users of Footpath 3425 Footpath 3425 runs between Common Hill and Monkmead Lane; regular users will know that a section has recently been restored.

Thanks to the collaboration of the Parish Council and a team from West Sussex County Council (Public Rights of Way) we can now walk along this section safely, due to the work done to shore up the bank of the stream and increase the width of the path. Come to our meeting on 1st December (see above) to see the ‘before and after’ photos.

Extortion Scam Cyber criminals are attempting to blackmail unsuspecting victims by claiming to have used their password to install spying malware on their computer. The criminals claim they’ve recorded videos of the victim watching adult material by activating their webcam when they visit these websites.

What to do if you have received a phishing email Don’t reply to the email or be pressured into paying.

The police advise that you do not pay criminals but flag the email as spam/junk. Perform password resets as soon as possible and always use a strong password for important accounts such as your email.

Always install the latest software and updates, install anti-virus software and keep it updated.

Report it to Action Fraud’s phishing reporting tool www.actionfraud.police.uk/report-phishing To contact us: Tel: 01798 817434 clerk@wcpc.org.uk The Parish Office, Church Street, West Chiltington, RH20 2JW. Normally open Tue-Thu 10am–2pm.

(Please phone before visiting). Website: wcpc.org.uk

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