Sussex Local - Storrington - October 2018

October 2018

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RUBY WAX

Exclusive interview plus win tickets

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Community Councils, Charity Schools

GARDENS

Sheffield Park

HISTORY

Public Transport

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Ruby Wax tickets Book: Until the Lights Went Out

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

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Welcome... to the month of colourful leaves and Halloween activities. Autumn is here and it’s the perfect time to visit Sheffield Park near Uckfield. Andrew Staib meets Head Gardener Andy Jesson in this months ’In Your Garden’ see page 36.

This month we have an exclusive interview with celebrated entertainer Ruby Wax, OBE. Resident in Britain since the 1970s, her hugely successful TV career began on Channel 4 in the 80s and continued on the BBC into the 00s. Ruby is also a comedian, mental health campaigner, lecturer and best-selling author. You can win tickets to see Ruby Wax in Worthing, see page 26.

You can also win a book - Until the Lights Went Out, the lively and humorous memoir of a former police officer now living in Storrington, page 16.

As usual, we have news from the area’s Parish Councils starting on page 57, School News on page 43 and other local Charity & Community news starting on page 20.

If you struggle to drop off or to stay asleep be sure to read our Health article on page 40.

Halloween can be a scary time for pets. This month’s “Paws for Thought” by Vet Dr. Julian Hoad gives some sound advice to help keep your pets safe and happy. See page 47.

Finally, our October Recipe is for Butternut Biryani & Cucumber Raita, page 34 - perfect for warming up after trick or treating!

Thanks for reading,

Kris & Jeff

Quote of the month “Miracles happen everyday, change your perception of what a miracle is and you’ll see them all around you!” - JON BON JOVI Disclaimer - Whilst advertisements are printed in good faith, Sussex Local (Kay Publishing Ltd) is an independent company and does not endorse products or services that appear in this magazine. Sussex Local cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions or claims made by contributors.

The views and opinions of contributors are not necessarily those of the publisher.

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Win a copy of ‘Until The Lights Went Out’ The memoir of a former police officer living in Storrington Former Surrey police officer Brian Simmons, who now lives in Storrington, has completely turned his life around after retiring from the force to become a successful writer and photographer.

Brian (74) enjoyed an interesting and diverse police career ranging from firearms squad to recruitment and training officer. He also spent time in the media relations office at Surrey Police HQ, Mount Browne in Guildford, where he developed a love of writing.

So with the guidance of a local writing group he set about the task of writing a memoir. He decided on the self-publishing route through Create Space, a subsidiary of Amazon which he said was really accessible and a fascinating experience.

His first book ‘Stepping out from Ashtead 1944 1964’ is a light hearted and enjoyable read about his childhood years. Brian’s second book, ‘Until the Lights Went Out’, covers the following thirty years of his colourful life. “It’s really about my life as a police officer in Surrey”, Brian explains.

It recounts some of life’s more serious stuff around bereavement, marriage and divorce, climbing the greasy career pole and an eventual breakdown which ended his career, hence the title “Until the Lights Went Out”. But despite this rather gloomy title, the book also includes a great number of laughs arising from his experiences in the police and also lifts the lid on many aspects of the service the public may be unaware of such as firearms training, rural policing, press and media relations, recruitment processes and more.

Purchase ‘Until The Lights Went Out’ on Amazon

Win a copy of ‘Until the Lights Went Out’ To enter the competition answer the question below: Q: Where does Brian live? a) Storrington b) Surrey c) Steyning Send your answer and contact details to: Until the Lights Went out Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/features/competitions Winner drawn after 31st October 2018. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

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

10:30am Park and Hop from Hop Oast 2/4 miles 1/1.5 hrs Meet at the Hop Oast Park and Ride, Horsham Worthing Road, RH13 0AR. Walk through the new golf course Jill 07780 701184 Tue 2 9:30am Buchan Country Park 3 miles 1 hr Meet in the car park off Horsham Road (A2220), RH11 9HQ, on the Crawley to Horsham side of the dual carriageway Emmy 01403 255517 Fri 5 11:00am Barns Green 2 miles 60 mins Meet in new car park above the Village Hall, RH13 0PT Chatter 07720 714306 Sat 6 2:00pm Fryern Park 3 miles 1 hr 15 mins Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground car park, RH20 4BG. See landscaped pleasure gardens and waterfall Mick 01903 745971 Sun 7 10:00am Harrow Hill 6.5 miles 3 hrs Meet at Kithurst Hill car park (off the Storrington to Amberley Road) Mick 01903 745971 Tue 9 10:00am Warnham 2 miles 60 - 90 mins Meet at Village Hall car park in Hollands Way, RH12 3RH Emmy 01403 255517 Wed 10 10:00am Downs Link Guided Cycle Ride 8+ miles 3 hrs Easy mainly off road ride along the Downs link. Meet at Broadbridge Heath Village Centre Social Club, RH12 3LY Sat 13 9:00am Wiston/SteyningDownland Dog Walk 2 miles 75 mins Meet at Steyning Cricket Pavilion, BN44 3LE. Maximum of two dogs per handler Ann 01903 297553 Tue 16 11:00am Health Centre, Steyning 2 miles 75 mins Meet at Steyning Health Centre, Tanyard Lane, BN44 3RJ Ann 01903 297553 Wed 17 10:30am Storrington Riverside Walk 2.5 miles 90 mins Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground Car Park, RH20 4BG. Easy walk with pleasant views Mick 01903 745971 Sat 20 2:00pm Roundabout West Chiltington 3.8 miles 1 hr 45 mins Meet at West Chiltington Village Hall, RH20 2PZ. A lovely varied walk around West Chiltington Mick 01903 745971 Wed 24 10:00am Sidney Wood/Wey and Arun Canal 5.5 miles 2.5 hrs Meet Forestry Commission car park (TQ026350) Geoff 01403 258180 Thu 25 7:00pm Ron’s Evening Walks 5-6 miles 3 hrs Very social walk that usually ending in a pub.

Please ring for details Ron 07933 106663 Sat 27 2:00pm River, Heath, and Pleasure Garden 4 miles 2 hrs Meet at Storrington Recreation Ground Car Park, RH20 4BG Mick 01903 745971 Sun 28 10:00am Warminghurst Church 4.7 miles 1 hr 45 mins Meet at Georges Lane NT car park, Storrington, RH20 3JH. Explore ancient tracks and byways to Warmingshurst Mick 01903 745971

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Sussex Snippets Age UK West Sussex will be providing a new service that offers free practical support and companionship to those discharged from hospital. They have trained coordinators who can visit clients at home once a week for up to six weeks providing much needed social and emotional support. This includes simply chatting and taking an interest in the person’s life and helping to motivate and encourage them as they recover from their illness or accident. This can support vulnerable people living on their own to regain confidence and independence. Any one can refer, or if you would like to volunteer please get in touch by calling the number 01903 717130 or by emailing homefromhospital@ageukwestsussex.org.uk West Sussex school children achieved some fabulous GCSE results, early figures show, despite sitting harder new exams. Most GCSE results in England are now being graded from 9 to 1, with 7 the equivalent to A and 4 a C grade. Early figures provided by West Sussex schools and academies combined show that the proportion of the counties students achieving the pass level Grade 4 is in line with the average of 66.6% across England. The results are provisional until the Department for Education issues more detailed examination results later this year.

SUSSEX LOCAL Fun and Breaks (FAB), a county council service providing fun activities to disabled children across West Sussex has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). FAB volunteers spend a couple of hours a week with a child, taking them out to an activity such as swimming or the park or having fun together at home, whilst giving their families a rest. Following an inspection in June, the CQC has given FAB an overall rating of ‘Outstanding’. To find become a volunteer, visit www.westsussex.gov.uk/ fab or email fab@westsussex.gov.uk A poll by West Sussex Trading Standards revealed that of more than six hundred West Sussex residents, 98% felt that it should be compulsory for business to display food hygiene ratings. It also showed that 41% would not eat at a business that does not display their rating voluntarily and 57% would only buy from a business rated 4 (Good) or 5 (Very Good). The results of the poll will be used to influence local food businesses and encourage them to improve their rating.

Trading Standards run ‘Gain and Maintain’, a 5-star rating workshop to help food businesses improve their hygiene ratings. The next course is taking place on Friday 12 October from 10am to 1pm at Centenary House, Worthing. Places can be booked at www.westsussexcpd.co.uk Sussex Police are reassuring Sussex residents that they will see the difference from their extra precept contributions in the shape of increased police visibility in their communities. Katy Bourne, Police & Crime Commissioner said “Despite what you may have seen or heard recently, the facts are that over the next four years 800 police officers will be recruited, with 600 replacing officers leaving and we will also recruit 200 more officers than we have today. Next week we will see the first cohort of newly recruited officers at their attestation ceremony and we will see another cohort of new police constables in December. Sussex Police is in investment mode - not cuts mode, but it takes time to get the right people trained and equipped to serve their communities.”

Did you know food waste makes up nearly a third of the average rubbish bin in West Sussex? That’s the equivalent of nearly 20 rubbish trucks full of food being thrown away every day. MasterChef Champion 2018 Kenny Tutt has joined forces with the West Sussex Waste Partnership to encourage residents to ‘fight against food waste’. The campaign will provide advice on how to ‘be a smart shopper’, ‘freeze with ease’ and ‘love your leftovers’. Keep an eye on www.wastepreventionwestsussex.co.uk for more information in the coming months.

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Steyning Charity Concert Back for his second fundraising event for Cystic Fibrosis, Jim Prior and The JP Big Band are back in Steyning for a night of music making. Following the success of their last fundraising night The JP Big Band plus special guests are putting on a evening of music from Gloria Estefan, Tori Kelly, Sammy Nestico and Bobby Darin to name but a few.

Joining the band on stage this year are special guests Bryony Prior on vocals, Paul Newton on trumpet, Mark Bassey on trombone, Vocal fusion Acapella and Saffron on vocals. Along with a full 25 piece big band including percussion and french horns and the legendary Steyning Steinway Grand Piano so it’ll certainly make for a big noise!

Jim is joined again with members of the Rotary Club of Steyning and Henfield, Steyning Music Society and the Steyning Jazz Club to help organise and promote the event as well as helping out on the night its self.

There will be a bar sponsored by the Dark Star Brewery and a raffle sponsored by local residents and business.

Most importantly though is that all the profits from the night are going to the Cystic Fibrosis Trust. Jim’s sister Bryony was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis when she was younger so there is a very personal connection there, and what better way to combine their passion for music and raise some money for Cystic Fibro-

SUSSEX LOCAL sis. The concert will be held at the Steyning Centre, BN44 3XZ on Saturday 27th October at 7:30pm (door’s open at 7pm). Tickets are £15 and are available from the Steyning Bookshop on 01903 812062 or online at www.justgiving.com/fundraising/ thejpbigband

Storrington Conservation Society As we prepare for the rest of autumn and winter we may well wonder what the weather will bring. We know that what is forecast is beyond our control. The shape of the climate depends to some extent on past events to which we have contributed. The emission of carbon dioxide is just one example. Something we need to keep in mind as we look to the future, for which we have a responsibility. Conservation has an important part to play. Not least as a reminder that care for nature is up to all of us.

There is an opportunity to learn more on 27th October at our AGM, Talk and Tea on at 2.00pm in the Village Hall. Our guest speaker is Laura Woodrow whose subject will be 'The Reality of Climate Change.'

A chance to get up to date information and ask questions. A resume of the activities of the Society and future plans will also be presented. All are welcome to attend, £3 entrance fee.

After the break in August, the work party met on 1st September at 10.00am at Fryern Dell, clearing rubbish from the river. A lovely early autumn day was an encouragement. Our next work party will again be there at 10.00am on 6th October to continue with the restoration project. As ever, all volunteers welcome.

Tools provided, work clothes recommended.

For information about this and all our activities, or on becoming a member, please get in touch with Chairman Mick Denness on 01903 745971, or see our website www.storringtonconservation.org.uk

Sandgate Conservation Society Quite a bit of activity in Sandgate woods last weekend, with the wildlife keeping a low profile while one of our work party’s cleared an area of dense wild rhododendrons that were stifling other wild flora.

As many people will know, the Society support presentations on various subjects by experts in their field.

This month Tony Whitbread, the outgoing CEO of the Sussex Wildlife Trust will give a talk entitled ‘There is no wealth but life’. A talk about how in decision making we consistently undervalue nature.

This event takes place in the Sullington Village Hall on Wednesday the 24th October, commencing at 7.30pm, with an interval where teas/coffee and cakes will be served.

If anyone cares to join the Society and get involved in managing this lovely area, or wishes to learn more about the Sandgate Conservation Society who work closely with the National Trust and Horsham District Council, please contact Jacinta White on 01798 813545 www.sandgate-conservation.org.uk

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Football 4 Kids Football 4 Kids is a family run club that provides funfilled sessions for kids aged 4-11 yrs old. They aim to help youngsters of all abilities improve their footballing skills as well as their general fitness and agility. Sessions generally consist of a warm-up to music, several games based around agility and fitness plus some including technical work, they then finish with a match. All children are welcome from complete beginners to those who may already be part of a team. They have classes in Storrington, taking place at the Steyning Rock Road school. To book a free trial session please contact 07488 342290 or info@football4kids.club

Thank you Sussex Local Dear Editor, Lucas the cat went missing at the beginning of July but despite searching for him on foot and by car ,and putting posters on lamp posts and trees etc, there was absolutely no news of his whereabouts.

In desperation, we contacted Jeff at Sussex Local to place an advertisement asking for help in finding Lucas, but unfortunately we had missed the deadline for the September edition. However, Jeff immediately set up an action plan and within half an hour he had set up a post on the Sussex Local Twitter and Facebook pages asking for help to find Lucas. Next,

SUSSEX LOCAL he suggested that if we could get 2000 flyers printed and delivered to him he would ensure that they were delivered with the Sussex Local magazine at no cost to us.

Within hours of the first copies being delivered we started to receive phone calls with people saying that they had seen a ginger cat over the last couple of weeks, all of whom promising to call back if they saw him again.

We could almost track the areas where the magazine was being delivered by the instant response to the flyer. We had at least three phone calls daily over the course of the next week with possible sightings but each time we arrived at the scene the cat had disappeared again!

In the end Lucas arrived home by walking back in through the cat flap! He was healthy and well. Lucas is doing well and has spent his first few days at home eating his favourite salmon treats and sleeping on our bed. He will be wearing a GPS tracking collar when he next goes out.

We will be forever grateful for the kindness and support we have received from our local community, generated by the Sussex Local. If anyone is looking for a way to publicise than this magazine is definitely a forerunner.

Without it our Lucas would not be safely back at home with his family. Yours faithfully, Joanne, by email

Long Term Care

By Richard Cohen FPFS ACII MCSI Chartered Financial Planner The first time most people think about funding long term care is when they or someone they love needs it. Care can be given at home or in a care home, but either way, it has to be paid for.

Sometimes the NHS will contribute for someone with a chronic illness, but normally it is for the individual to fund themselves. The cost of this can be a harsh realisation at the time.

Local authorities have a duty to help fund anyone who has very little wealth, however in most cases wealth includes their property which means virtually all home owners must pay.

Most care fees “planning” currently seems to revolve around trying to hide your assets from the local authority using trusts. Most times this will be “deliberate deprivation” and ineffective as customers of one local “specialist” are learning to their peril.

The best way to plan for these costs is years in advance of needing care, in practice very few people actually do so. The Government have recently suggested introducing a Care ISA that means you could save up

for care fees without worrying about your executors having to pay inheritance tax on the money if you die before you need care at all. I don’t believe a lack of appropriate savings vehicles is the reason people don’t save for long term care. It’s that they are reluctant to put aside a large sum of money for something that hopefully and probably won’t happen.

In any other situation for something so potentially financially disastrous, insurance would be the solution, with the pooling of risk meaning no one individual must bear the entire cost. However, currently there are no insurance products for those who may need care. One of the major reasons for this is the open-ended liability that insurers are taking on, in the absence of a cap. In 2011 the Commission on Funding of Care and Support recommended a cap but we seem no closer to one being introduced.

Until such times as a cap and appropriate insurance solutions are in place it’s going to be a case of maximising the return on your assets. It’s a complex area and advice from a member of the Society of Later Life Advisers is likely to be invaluable.

For more details visit www.nsurefinancial.co.uk or to arrange a free review please call 01903 821010

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How to be Human - Ruby Wax

Editor Kris Thomas speaks to the entertainer ahead of her UK tour this Autumn plus you can win tickets to her Worthing Show Ruby Wax OBE is the only child of Edward and Berthe Wachs, Austrian Jews who emigrated to Chicago to escape the Nazi threat in 1938. Once settled in Chicago Edward Wachs changed the family surname to Wax. Ruby had a difficult childhood and felt smothered by her demanding parents. Of course at the time she didn't realise it was any different to any other child's experience but she recalls how her parents wanted to mould her and only liked her until she could talk. Her feelings of rejection whilst growing up have no doubt influenced her incredible drive and ambition and been a factor in her ongoing bouts of depression. Ruby has lived in London for many years and is married to television producer and director Ed Bye, they have three children.

L-R Ash Ranpura, Ruby Wax & Gelong Thubten (c) Steve Ullathorne

Ruby took time to talk to me from her cycling holiday in France and I asked her about the challenges she has faced over her many years in show business. "I would say my challenges have been no different to anyone else's. Everything is difficult but I'm not starving so that's one thing! To make it as a female, to be rejected or be fired or have people say 'you can't do this anymore'. Everybody has challenges, maybe you just learn to reinvent or kick the door down." Ruby has certainly 'kicked down doors' during her incredible career to date and has met and interviewed some of the most famous people in the world including Madonna, Donald Trump, Liza Minnelli, Helen Mirren, Hugh Heffner, Goldie Hawn, OJ Simpson, Diana Princess of Wales, Drew Barrymore, Jim Carrey, Sandra Bullock, Eddie Izzard, Ewan McGregor... the list goes on. I asked Ruby, of all the famous people she had interviewed, who was most interesting, attractive and funny? "Carrie Fisher, my best friend for 30 years, she was beautiful and the funniest person". I asked Ruby, was there anyone she really didn’t like? "Donald Trump, he was utterly terrifying". Ruby interviewed Donald Trump on his jet in 2012. The interview was awkward with Trump refusing to smile throughout and it has been viewed 74,000 times on YouTube.

Ruby has previously described Donald Trump as a 'narcissist' and a 'sick person'.

Ruby has a new show this Autumn - How to be Human. You can enter our competition to win tickets to see Ruby in Worthing at the end of this article. Based on her latest bestselling book, How to Be Human: the show is described as, 'what you need to help you upgrade your mind as much as you’ve upgraded your iphone'. Ruby is joined by a monk, Gelong Thubten, who explains how the mind works, and neuroscientist Ash Ranpura who explains where everything that makes us ‘us’ can be found in the brain. Between them they discuss such weighty topics as evolution,

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travelling in Europe. She describes getting into Oxford University as one of her proudest moments and in September 2013 Ruby graduated with a master's degree in mindfulness based cognitive therapy. Following this in 2013, Ruby published Sane New World, which became a number one best-seller followed in January ‘16 by A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled.

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Her own ongoing depression is well documented and she has stated that one of her problems was an 'addiction to anger'. Since undergoing therapy and spending time in institutions, Ruby has come to know the triggers and to recognise the early warning signs of a bout of 'The Black Dog'. Rather than keep busy and deny what is going on Ruby now 'respects the illness' and uses her coping methods to ride out the storm.

Ruby talks of mental illness as being very much as real as a physical illness. She advocates using meditation and mindfulness techniques such as focusing the breath to decrease levels of the body's main stress hormone Cortisol.

emotions, addictions, relationships, sex, kids, the future and compassion. I asked Ruby if she still enjoy performing, after so many years? "I did 200 shows with Frazzled, I love touring and live sets. I don't do much TV these days, the live stuff, this is what I love".

Her new show and also her previous live show Frazzled, look at how we can use mindfulness to not only be calmer in ourselves but to be more compassionate and understanding of others. Ruby is clearly an ambitious lady, "Are you trying to bring this to more people to change the world" I asked her? "I don't have a goal like that, what works for me doesn't work for everybody. It's my thing" she tells me. "In the book you get the full manual and it talks about why we are how we are and why we have negative thoughts." I ask Ruby, if it's difficult to stop being funny when doing the serious stuff or if it doesn't matter? "Pollution, relationships, kids, teenagers, addiction they're all topics that comedians use. Bill Bryson does it with the History of the World, he tells you pretty much everything you need to know but the guy's a comedian. That's the job of the comedian, you take serious topics but make them really funny. That's the ultimate, give someone something interesting so they say 'wow' I didn't know that but you're making them laugh at the same time."

Ruby's interest in the mind and psychology is a longstanding one. She majored in psychology at the University of California, Berkeley but left after a year without completing her degree as she wanted to go

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SUSSEX LOCAL “We can’t stop the future from arriving, no matter what drugs we’re on. But even if nearly every part of us becomes robotic, mechanical fingers crossed we’ll still have our minds. Hopefully we’ll use them for things like compassion, instead of just chasing what’s ‘better’ like a hamster on a wheel. If we can do that, we’re on the yellow brick road to happiness”.

How to Be Human tours the UK from the end of September to early December. We have tickets to give away to Ruby’s show at the Pavilion Theatre, Worthing on 15th and 16th of October 7.30pm.

To be in with a chance of winning two tickets, simply answer the question and write to us or enter online.

Cortisol is released as part of the body’s fight-or-flight response to help fuel muscles to respond to a threatening situation. However continually high levels can be harmful and result in all sorts of negative effects on the body as well as the mind. In 2015 it was announced that Ruby would be awarded an Officer of the Order of the British Empire for her services to mental health. This was her proudest moment she tells me, getting an OBE. Does she know Sussex?

"Oh yes Brighton - I love that part of the world, if I didn't live in London I'd live there, that's the fantasy after France but now I'm here standing outside and it's raining". I leave Ruby to her damp day in France, and eagerly await my copy of How to Be Human.

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Prize Crossword Win a meal for two at the Old Tollgate Hotel

Storrington October 2018 August 2018 answer below:

Winner: Derek Pellet from Storrington. Congratulations and thank you to all who entered.

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Butternut Biryani

Method: 1) Pour 800ml of boiling water over the dried mushrooms and set aside.

With cucumber Raita Ingredients  40g dried mushrooms, roughly chopped  2 tbsp rapeseed oil  4 onions, sliced (160g)  4 garlic cloves, crushed  2 tbsp chopped fresh ginger  2 red chilli, deseeded and chopped  170g basmati rice  320g squash, diced  2 tsp cumin seeds  2 tsp ground coriander  Half a cucumber, grated, core removed  250g Tim’s Dairy natural greekyogurt  4 tbsp chopped mint, plus a few leaves  half a bunch of fresh coriander, chopped  50g toasted chopped almonds

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2) Heat the oil in a non-stick pan. Add the onions, garlic, ginger and chilli and stir-fry briefly over a high heat so that they start to soften. Add the rice and squash and stir for a few mins. Tip in the cumin and coriander then stir in the mushrooms and its water 3) Cover the pan and simmer for 20 mins until the rice is tender. Meanwhile, mix the cucumber and yogurt with the mint to make a raita. Stir the coriander and almonds into the rice when it is ready and serve with the raita and a few extra leaves of mint or coriander.

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 Sheffield Park: a paradise in Sussex If Andy Jesson was a tree he would be a stout Oak. With his relentless energy and passion for trees, the Head Gardener at Sheffield Park talks movingly about the history and aesthetic considerations of the Park, a hundred hectare parkland of spectacular beauty just outside of Fletching Originally created by Capability Brown in the 18th Century, it has been owned and transformed by numerous tree lovers. In 1954 it was bought by the National Trust.

With four great lakes, waterfalls, national collections of species trees and over 120 champion trees, entering into the park can be a spiritual experience.

“Look, there is the Nissan sylvatica that was planted in 1909 by Arther Sommes (who married Mary, Winston Churchill’s daughter). And there is our the Big Signature Tree, Hicory Kia cordyfolia. This is the first tree to colour in Autumn and when this happens this tells us that in 10 days time the rest of the garden will be at its peak.” So says Andy as he takes me through a tour of the park. I spy a graceful Japanese Acer that must be at least 30 foot tall and wide. For a garden designer like myself it is like spotting a rare Tibetan Tiger. And the Pinus montazuma that Andy points out is the biggest in the UK and must be one of the most beautiful of all the trees in the park.

“Over 2000 trees came down in the storm of 87 but we used this as an opportunity. See that Abies tree?

Now look around for its baby. We are planting saplings next to all the old trees so when they eventually die a new one is ready to fill its place. The great thing about the National Trust- ‘Forever For Everyone’ - is that they are willing to invest into the far off future.

So each year we propagate 10 different species of trees here grown directly from the seeds we gather.”

Andy talks of the collection with pride. He has been working as Head Gardner for 16 years. In his time over

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4000 new trees and shrubs have been planted, always with the original design in mind. “Though we label a third of the trees it is not a botanical garden. We are interested in the beauty of the design and the spirit of the place. The National Trust have christened this garden - Big and Bold- and we try to be true to this.”

Along with 6 full time gardeners there are 45 volunteers and numerous students that help out. In the peak season of October there can be 5000 visitors every day.

Despite this amount of work the park is kept up immaculately with barely a weed in sight.

The history of the garden is everywhere evident.

There are enormous 480 year old Sweet Chestnut stumps still sprouting a few green leaves that used to be an old avenue. There are old bridges built by Pullmon and Sons, and simply the great age of trees planted centuries ago by plant lovers, some of which are found no where else in the UK. Also Australia and England played their first ever cricket match here and the ground is still used today.

Anthony White www.flickr.com/photos/ jimjams/38119732981 The crowning feature of the whole garden is undoubtedly the four great lakes.

“They are not natural lakes. We spend up to 26 days a year clearing out the weeds and growth to keep them like mirrors with just large round sections of water lilies to a scale of two thirds open water, one third water lilies. The mirror effect is vital because the trees along the edges of the water have been chosen to combine and reflect their colours in the water- the

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“We will probably have a very red Autumn this year because of the heat.” Andy goes on to explain how in the heat the leaves create a ‘sunscreen’ made up of sugars and it is this that turns the leaves yellow, or if the Summer has been very hot, red.

Andy describes his love of trees. “I love them for their strength and enduring nature, for their stoicism. I have devoted my life to them because they afforded me my happiest memories when I was growing up. I want to share them with others because we can learn so much from them. How to compromise, how to sacrifice and how to be accepting.

The future for Andy? I want to go back up North where I was born and create green spaces in socially deprived areas. Trees are great for mental health and research has shown that there is less crime around green areas. But I still have things to do here. We are opening up 30 acres of woodland soon."

Andy finishes the meeting and speeds off. Lots of things to do in this paradise that is more than his 9-5 job.

What to see in October Take a visit to Sheffield Park of course! You will have to wear sunglasses as the beauty of the Autumn leaves will blow you away.

October tasks  Move plants around the garden or plant up new ones. The soil is still warm for the roots to establish but there is less chance of the plants drying out.  Divide most Perennials now including Rhubarb and balance up your garden by taking the other half to a different place.  Plant lettuce and can start sowing Chinese winter greens and Spring Cabbage.  Repairing your lawn can start now with the cooler weather, either using pre grown turfs or seeding into prepared earth.  Start your lawn treatment this month with aerating the garden with a strong fork and raking out moss and thatch.  Cut back shrubs like Buddlea and Lavatera to about half their height to neaten them up and prevent strong winter winds rocking them aboutthe more fundamental pruning happens in Spring

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40 Property

Domestic drainage

By Chris Ennis FRICS Domestic drainage systems are covered under part H of the building regulations, and alterations to the drainage system will require Building control approval. Typically, the drains in a property constructed in the last 50 years will direct foul water into the public sewer and storm water will be directed through separate pipework into a soakaway. The foul drains are not designed to dispose of storm waters though often I find incorrect connections into the foul drains have been made over the years.

The above ground parts of the drain include the soil and vent pipe which is tall and usually affixed to the house’s flank wall. This pipe is formed in either cast iron, asbestos cement or plastic. It is designed to ventilate the drainage installation and for this reason must terminate well above any window or other opening in the wall. It should be fitted with a cowl to prevent birds nesting. The older metal pipes frequently

SUSSEX LOCAL fail where they join the underground drains. It is also quite common to find leakage where the connection from the first floor W.C. joins the main pipe.

Underground, drains should be laid at a ’selfcleansing’ velocity no less than 1;80 fall. The drain sections may be laid either in salt glazed piping, cast iron, or in more modern property, patent plastic piping. Access points for cleaning and repair (commonly known as ‘man holes but more correctly described as inspection chambers), are installed within the curtilage of the site. Very often I find the steel lids to these chambers corroded, loose or dangerously defective.

In older property the inspection chamber closest to the boundary is likely to be an ’interceptor’ chamber incorporating a water trap to minimise odours from the sewer. Such chambers are fitted with a nearby fresh air inlet which projects a couple of feet above ground level.

A brief inspection of the drains very often reveals blockages which may be caused by root growth, fat build up, drain collapse or incorrect ‘fall’ during construction. My suspicions are always aroused when I see a set of drain rods left casually on display in the gardens ready to deal with the next blockage……… time to arrange a CCTV drain inspection and test!

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 Puzzles

Young Readers’ Puzzle Page Wordsearch - Cooking terms

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Find the listed words in the grid. Words may be hidden horizontally, vertically or diagonally and in either a forwards or backwards direction.

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Storrington Primary School News Pupils at Storrington Primary returned from their summer holidays to some wonderful surprises, The main playground and Early Years playground markings were painted on over the holidays. We now have a 'golden mile' and netball court as well as lots of colourful game markings on the two areas all of which have been put to straight to use each playtime!

Our allotments and gardens are full of sunflowers thanks to our wonderful parent volunteer, Cheryl Brown who is now preparing for Harvest time with the children.

And the biggest surprise tucked away in the corner of the playground - is the most amazing treehouse. Complete with two areas, ladders, a swing seat and seating for up to 15 pupils this amazing space was made possible by donations.

Treehouse sketch

The treehouse was not ready for photographs at the time of this submission but we will have lots of pictures and more information about our kind sponsors in the next edition.

Spierbridge Rd, Storrington. storringtonprimary.co.uk 01903 742047 office@storringtonprimary.co.uk

Thakeham Primary School News It has been a great start to the new year at Thakeham Primary School! We have welcomed many new starters to our school across all classes and of course to Acorns (our Reception class)! So much so that we only have 2 places left in our school now! Everyone is settling in really well.

During the summer break we received exciting news of our ‘Gold Sports Mark Award’ – testament to the both the fantastic sporting opportunities and achievements last year. We also received news of the reaccreditation of our International School Award 201821. An exciting and comprehensive range of learning activities were implemented to support our commitment to International Learning, in line with our Curriculum Driver ‘Our Place in the World’.

Following our Ofsted inspection in July, our report has been received as I write; we are delighted that we remain a ‘Good’ school! Ofsted reported that “Pupils were at a loss to think of ways in which the school could be better, and said that they enjoyed ‘pretty much everything’. Parents love the ‘welcoming, friendly feel and general air of happiness’ in the school.” We are delighted that our links with others in the community were recognised and the importance of our learners at the heart of everything we do.

“You have developed close links with other schools locally to share expertise and training. Teachers are

enthusiastic and highly committed, always seeking ways to improve and to bring out the best in every learner. …Pupils love coming to school…… Pupils say they find lessons ‘fun and interesting’. “ Our achievements and successes were also clearly highlighted.

Whilst we have only just started the new school year we are already taking bookings for Open Events for prospective new children and parents for Reception Class, September 2019. Places for these can be booked via the school office on 01903 740176, dates/times as follows: 2nd Oct at 2pm, 3rd Oct at 6.15pm. 10th Oct at 11am and 1st November at 6.15pm.

Sam Norton, Headteacher, Thakeham Primary School www.thakehamps.co.uk

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Inheritance Tax – Where are we now?

By Ivan Lyons, MD Investment Solutions, Worthing If there is a UK tax that needed major overhaul, then Inheritance Tax (IHT) must be a prime candidate.

Many families hear that the Chancellor, Philip Hammond, has written to the Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) asking them to put forward proposals for the reform of IHT “to ensure that the system is fit for purpose and makes the experience of those who interact with it as smooth as possible”.

His letter asked the OTS to look at the technical and administrative issues associated with IHT, the process of submitting returns and paying the tax. Mr Hammond also called for a review of the issues surrounding estate planning, and whether the current framework causes ‘distortions’ to taxpayers’ decisions regarding investments and transfers.

Increasing property prices gives rise to higher IHT In the 2016-17 tax year, HMRC raised a hefty £4.84bn in IHT, brought about largely by rising property prices that are seeing more and more families drawn inexorably into a tax net, despite doing nothing more than owning their own home.

IHT has certainly made several aspects of financial planning more complex. With the Bank of Mum and Dad currently a major source of funding for house purchases for first-time buyers, the operation of the seven-year-rule is becoming a key issue that needs careful consideration in effective tax planning. The annual tax-exempt gift allowance of just £3,000 arguably needs a major overhaul, as does the out of date amount of £5,000 that can be given away to offspring on their marriage.

Since the advent of pension freedoms in 2015, it has become more tax-efficient to pass on a pension than an ISA, meaning that some people have found themselves viewing their retirement savings in a whole new light.

More controversial still was the recent introduction of the Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB) which is both complex in its application and divisive in its outcomes. Former MP and now TV personality, Ann Widdecombe, was particularly incensed that under RNRB rules she wouldn’t be able to benefit by leaving her home to her niece, as the regulation only covered direct descendants, which she doesn’t have.

Raising the threshold across the board Given the individual threshold for IHT has remained at £325,000 since 2009, many would argue that, rather than adding another layer of complication such as the RNRB, the simplest and fairest thing to have

done would have been to increase correlation with the rise in house prices.

Hopefully, that’s one of the many thoughts currently crossing the minds of the team at the OTS. Need advice?

At Investment Solutions, we are an Award-winning Chartered Firm of Independent Financial Advisors.

Contact 01903 214640 or see www.investmentsolutions.co.uk. The information in this Article does not constitute advice. Please remember that past performance is not necessarily a guide to future returns. The value of units and the income from them may fall as well as rise. Investors may not get back the amount originally invested.

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Winter is coming

by Andrew Leach, Director, SJA Health Insurance Over the past six months, I have talked a lot about the benefits of Private Medical Insurance (PMI) and, as this series of articles comes to an end, it seems a good time to take stock. Why? Because, as they say in Game of Thrones, “Winter is coming” and that means increasing strain on our over-stretched NHS. I believe fervently that private medical care can play a key role in reducing waiting lists, thereby creating more accessibility for people who cannot afford to go private.

As I said in a previous article, recent NHS England figures showed that more than 3,000 people were waiting more than a year for elective treatment, up 85% in twelve months.

By opting to take out a private medical insurance plan, you will not just be helping yourself but also assisting the people who will rely so heavily on the NHS this Winter by reducing the time they wait for treatment.

Talking of helping people less fortunate, we have decided to give a percentage of any new business we receive to The Chestnut Tree House children’s hospice in Arundel, West Sussex, and Kent Surrey Sussex Air Ambulance.

Both organisations have a strong health ethos and rely

heavily on support from their communities and we are happy to play a part in helping to fund their vital work.

Andrew Leach is Managing Director of Pulboroughbased SJA Health Insurance and has 32 years’ experience working with insurance brokers and insurance companies. His company is a boutique brokerage specialising in health insurance and related products for individuals, small and large companies in the UK and internationally. You can find out more at www.sjahealthinsurance.com

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Paws for thought Halloween With all the excitement around at this time of year, it’s easy to overlook potential hazards in the home, leaving pets vulnerable.

This month I have put together Dr Julian Hoad a list of horrors to be aware of which will help you keep your pets safe and happy this Halloween. Spook-tacular!

Trick but hide the treats!

Most responsible pet owners will be aware of the danger to pets from ingesting inappropriate treats such as chocolate, which is highly toxic to them.

However, lots of other treats meant for humans can be just as dangerous, even healthier options such as raisins and grapes can cause kidney failure in pets.

Wrappers, chewing gum, sweets and lollipop sticks pose a hazard so it’s really important to keep treats in pet-proof containers and make sure rubbish is in a secure bin where it can’t be chewed on.

Hubble bubble, decorations mean trouble It wouldn’t really be Halloween without a lantern or two, but naked flames and wagging tails don’t tend to mix well and singed whiskers are not a good look

Pets 47 either. Candle decorations should always be kept out of reach from curious paws, along with glowsticks and glow jewellery which may be punctured with a sharp tooth and can cause some distressing symptoms.

Does my tail look big in this?

As entertaining as it might be to have a miniature Aslan or four-legged Captain Hook running around the lounge, dressing pets up could mean they struggle to behave normally, causing disorientation, stress and panic. Ribbons, sequins, beads and wire can also be a choking hazard so it’s really best to leave the dressing up to the humans.

Hide and seek Dinging doorbells, creepy callers and startling sounds can all cause anxiety in pets and leaving them outside means they are vulnerable to being teased or spooked by trick or treaters. Keep pets safe from the eerie excitement indoors, in a quiet room away from the front door, where they can hide away and stay calm.

Beware Despite our best efforts, accidents can still happen. If you spot your pet behaving strangely, keep an eye on them. If they start to display symptoms that you are worried about including being unsteady on their feet, vomiting, diarrhoea, breathing difficulties or seizures call your vet immediately.

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

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Sleep

By Heather Smith, Personal Trainer, Fitbiz Training Sleep quality is hugely important. In fact, if sleep was the only thing I helped a sleep-deprived client improve, the benefits they would see from almost any approach to eating and exercise would increase hugely.

Below are some key ways to improve your sleep quality. The first thing to note is that a good nights sleep is created by everything you do during the day.  Get outside within an hour of waking up, whatever

the weather. A walk is a good choice, as is drinking your cup of tea outside. Early morning daylight will remind your body to produce the wake-up hormone serotonin.

 Change the times you eat to coincide with the daily

rhythm you want your body to have. If you want to be awake and perky in the morning, eat first thing. If you want to wind down and get ready for sleep in the evening, don’t eat within at least two or three hours of bed.  Try to stay at least vaguely active for most of the day in order to create adequate sleep pressure to feel sleepy at bedtime.  Stop drinking caffeine after about 2pm.

 Avoid alcohol. It might make you feel relaxed and

sleepy, but it really reduces your sleep quality.

 Turn off your electronics at least an hour before

bed. The blue light will reduce your natural production of melatonin, which is the hormone our body makes in the evening to help us feel sleepy. You can use the ‘night shift’ function on your phone, but better still, turn off your computer, iPad and phone, and possibly your TV as well. The more time you spend inside during the day, the more artificial light in the evening will affect your sleep.

 Take some quiet downtime before bed. Show your

body you want to switch off by reading a fiction book, having a bath or meditating.

 Make your bedroom as dark as possible. Wear an

eye mask if you need to – even tiny amounts of light affect your sleep.

 Try these strategies for a week, and notice how

much you sleep quality and day to day energy improves.

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

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World Spine Day

By Mark Jones, Chiropractor Following the global success of last year’s World Spine Day, #LoveYourSpine has been announced as the theme of this year’s global spinal health awareness campaign.

Taking place on October 16 each year, World Spine Day has become a focus in raising awareness of back pain and other spinal issues. With health professionals, exercise and rehabilitation experts, public health advocates, schoolchildren and patients all taking part, #LoveYourSpine will be celebrated on every continent.

With an estimated one billion people worldwide suffering from back pain, it affects all age groups, from children to the elderly. It is the biggest single cause of disability on the planet, with one in four adults estimated to suffer from back pain during their lives.

Prevention is therefore key and this year’s World Spine Day Well Adjusted Health will be encouraging people to take steps to be kind to their spines by offering a limited number of FREE Initial Consultations worth £50.00.

If you have a specific question regarding any pain or problem areas, or would like to book a Free Back Check for you or your child please call Well Adjusted Health on 01903 892171.

Listen to your aches and pains ACT NOW - Get it sorted!

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52 Local History

Early Public Transport What a way to travel on an outing, this was in the early 1900s. A second four-in-hand can just be seen behind, imagine having to clamber up that ladder wearing a long skirt!

Just a few years later and these amazing charabancs were used for a Cootham Sunday School Outing on 11th August 1910, they were sometimes referred to as slipper buses.

After 1912 bus services to Storrington had some very smart vehicles, no ladders needed for these.

Photos and text courtesy of Storrington Museum The Old School, School Lane, Storrington, RH20 4LL Open: Wednesday, Saturday 10.00am - 4.00pm & Sunday 10.00am-1.00pm. Telephone: 01903 740188 or please visit: www.storringtonmuseum.com

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Storrington Local History Group Exhibition 2018 Edith Ingram, Storrington War Hero The Great War 1914 to 1918 or World War One or even as it was known at the time ‘The Great European War’. As Centenary draws to a close we look back on the last four years of commemorations and our research concentrating on the men and women of Storrington and district who were involved.

Edith Ingram is the only woman commemorated on Storrington’s Roll of Honour. She was a member of the Storrington Voluntary Aid Detachment of the British Red Cross Society known as Storrington 146.

Detachments had to meet at least once a month and members worked towards gaining certificates in home nursing and first aid. They learned to bandage, do simple dressings and the basics of invalid cookery and hygiene. An entry in the West Sussex Gazette, 18 February 1915, reports that the Red Cross was holding first aid classes in the Storrington Village Hall.

Edith was born on 31 December, 1887 in Braunton, the family moved to Washington in 1905. By 1911 Edith’s widowed mother and brother, William, a farmer were living at Church House in Washington Street. Edith is not listed with them at that address but information from family members say that prior to the outbreak of war she was working as a governess in Brighton. At some point after war broke out she became a member of the Storrington branch of the Red Cross.

On 2 October 1915 Edith became a ‘special service’ VAD when she started work at the 2nd Eastern General Hospital in Brighton. Edith worked at the Portland Road hospital in Hove during which time thousands of wounded soldiers were returned to Britain for hospital treatment and convalescence.

Edith spent about eighteen months at the hospital in Brighton before going to France on 30 April 1917 to work in the 55th General Hospital near Boulogne. This hospital had been newly set up in April at Wimereux near Boulogne. It was a ‘base’ hospital, part of the casualty evacuation chain further back from the front line. During this time, Edith earned two scarlet stripes, one on 14 October 1917 and the other on 30 January 1918. Two red “efficiency” stripes indicated that she had had at least two years’ continuous service in military hospitals and had proved to be a ‘competent worker’ and certificated as “efficient” by her matron and commanding officer.

On the night of Tuesday 13th August 1918, when Edith had been nursing in France for just over fifteen months, there was an air raid over Boulogne. In the hospital war diary records: “a severe air raid over

Boulogne. Started shortly after 10.00 p.m. and the ‘All Clear’ not being sounded until after 2 a.m. Many bombs were dropped around Boulogne, 2 were on 55 General Hospital and the following casualties occurred among members of the nursing staff Miss Edith Ingram VAD was killed, other staff wounded” On the 16th August, the following entry was made – “Miss Edith Ingram, VAD member, killed in the air raid on the night of the 13th, was buried at the Terlincthun Cemetery. Representatives of Nursing Sisters from all the Hospitals in the Boulogne area were present. The burial took place on Friday 16th August and she was buried with military honours” The Great War affected all of the country, indeed today virtually every one of us has a relative who served and/or was affected by the war in some way or another. It was also the first time for many families to have Soldier or Sailor in their midst. November1918 saw the end of hostilities and to this end the Storrington Local History Group are putting on their latest exhibition showing all the work done for the interim years of the centenary of the 14-18 war.

Come and visit the exhibition at the Old School in Storrington on Saturday 3rd and Sunday the 4th of November. www.storringtonlhg.org.uk & Facebook page www.facebook.com/www.storringtonlhg.org.uk

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If you haven’t invested before, or you wish to invest smaller amounts, it’s an ideal way to get started. With DirectInvest, you can invest from £50 and top this up at anytime from as little as £1.

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Is your boiler ready for Winter?

West Sussex Heating - boiler specialists The kitchen is often called the heart of the home so the boiler, although often tucked away in a cupboard, could be said to be the heart of the house. Day in and day out, year after year it provides hot water at the turn of a tap, warmth at the flick of a switch and cooking facilities at the touch of a button.

West Sussex Heating is a small family run business based in Storrington. Managing director/lead engineer, Jon, told Sussex Local that his many years experience with British Gas gives his company the skills, experience and standards to undertake all boiler replacement and central heating installation.

Since 2013, he explained, the company has focused entirely on boiler installation and central heating installation. On average, they fit up to 25 boilers every month thus giving him and his team a great deal of experience and knowledge about the various different makes of boiler which are now available. “Modern boilers demand specialised skills for both installation and maintenance” Jon told us.

He continued “Being a family run enterprise, means that customers can expect individual and friendly

service and the fixed price quote at the outset of the work, ensures that there are no hidden extras or additional costs upon completion.”

“The important factor for a homeowner is a comfortable and functional home without the worry of a boiler breakdown in the middle of winter.” The company's aim is to provide quality workmanship and exceptional service at an affordable price and most importantly, for the customer to be happy with the result.

If you are thinking of a new or replacement boiler or central heating system you can contact West Sussex Heating for a free, no obligation fixed price quote. Call on 01903 743 972 or on 07526 442 474, email info@westsussexheating.co.uk or visit their website www.westsussexheating.co.uk

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Ashington Parish Council It’s been a quiet month for the Neighbourhood Plan as everyone was on holiday. While we were away we were receiving some additional information from a number of Site Promoters regarding their proposals for their sites.

Gathering this additional information will enable us to make better decisions about which sites should be shortlisted for potential development in the future. September will see us finalise our shortlist and put the information into an actual Draft Neighbourhood Plan. This will then be consulted upon widely, including presentation to residents.

Neighbourhood Plans are formal planning documents and we are using a Planning Consultant to help steer us in the right direction and prepare the draft Neighbourhood Plan and some supporting documents. The Parish Council is funding much of the Neighbourhood Plan work but has also received grants from Groundwork UK to supplement the cost of the Consultant.

You may have read in the Press recently that Neighbourhood Plans may be subject to review every 2 years. This situation will only arise if Horsham District Council (HDC) fail to deliver their target number of

homes across the District. If HDC keep on top of housing delivery and keep their 5 year Housing Land Supply up to date then it is likely that we will only need to review the Neighbourhood Plan every 4-5 years.

Given that it will have taken us almost 3 years to prepare our first Plan (if all goes well in the coming months) then we don’t want to be starting again just as soon as we are finished.

HDC are reviewing their housing numbers in the coming months and a well planned contribution from Ashington and other Parishes is vital to meet the District targets and keep inappropriate and unsustainable developments away. www.ashingtonpc.org.uk

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by Anna Worthington-Leese – Parish Council Chairman Neighbourhood Plan By the time you are reading this, the public hearing will have been held and we hope that the Independent examiner will be in a position to publish his report shortly.

Youth Services The Parish Council is looking at new ways to support youth activity in the parish. We currently fund a Friday Night Youth Club at the Parish Hall but we are keen to find new ways to provide our young people with opportunities to try new things and experiences. If you

know of any local groups who are looking for funding for a particular project that will benefit youths in our area, please encourage them to contact the Parish Clerk to see if the Parish Council can help.

Public Toilet As reported last month, we have received planning permission to construct a public toilet. However, due to a minor change to the design, we will most likely have to submit an amendment to the planning application. The new design will mean that the majority of the build will be undertaken off site and will therefore reduce the amount of disruption to the North Street car park where the facility will be located. As part of our application for funding from West Sussex County Council (via the Chanctonbury Local Committee), we are required to demonstrate that our project has the backing of the community and we have therefore set up a crowdfunding site where people and local businesses can log in and donate to show their support.

Public contributions, however small, will help to show that there is a need for the toilet in Storrington and every donation will be gratefully received. If you are able to contribute even £1 or £2 please visit www.spacehive.com/install-a-public-toilet

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Plot Vacancies We currently have a number of plots available at the Ravenscroft Allotment site. If you live in the Parish and are interested in growing your own fruit and vegetables, please contact the Parish Office for information.

Voluntary drop-in sessions Horsham District Council’s Voluntary Sector Support team have trialled three drop-in sessions at Sullington Parish Hall over the summer. The purpose was to be available to local voluntary organisations looking for information or support, and, to be a point of contact for anyone interested in volunteering, helping them to find the right role.

They had six different local voluntary organisations drop-in over the three sessions. Topics of discussion ranged from help with volunteer recruitment, funding advice, governance questions to general promotion and advertising.

Horsham District Council feel it is important for their team to be available to local organisations in their

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They also trialled a drop-in at Pulborough Library with eight groups and an interested volunteer coming to chat. With the success of Storrington and Pulborough we are now planning further drop-ins sessions around the District.

If you are in contact with any voluntary groups or potential volunteers looking for support please email volunteering@horsham.gov.uk or call 01403 215191 If you would like further information on these topics or any of the Parish Council’s activities, please contact the Clerk on 01903 746547.

Meetings October 2018 Infrastructure, Communications & Environment Committee - 3rd October - 7pm Recreation & Property Committee - 3rd October 8pm Planning & Development Committee - 11th October - 7pm Full Council - 31st October - 7pm All meetings are held in the Chanctonbury Room, The Parish Hall, Thakeham Road, Storrington RH20 3PP. Dates and times are subject to change so please refer to website: www.storrington-pc.gov.uk

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Chiltington and Thakeham Cricket Cub. Residents are also awaiting news of the privately owned shop.

‘Pinch-point scheme’

Village Day & Fun Guy Fest

The long-awaited installation of the Abingworth traffic-calming ‘pinchpoint’ scheme has had a welcome impact on average vehicle speeds through the centre of Thakeham.

This new heart to the village was on display with enthusiasm at Village Day and Fun Guy Fest held on 15th September.

We are aware of some concerns about sightlines, and await the results of the WSCC Highways-led post-implementation safety review. The next step in this process will be lowering the speed limit between Abingworth and Storrington to 40mph, which should follow by early summer 2019.

Developments We are close to completion and hand-over from the developers of the new Thakeham Village Hall, Changing Rooms and Cricket Pavilion, and are working through the many details involved. Thakeham Football Club and Ashington Cougars are now using the re -laid football pitches and on the cricket field an all weather wicket has been installed for use by West

Attendees had fun and helped with fundraising for Thakeham Primary School, Thakeham Pre-School, and our playground improvement project. This event will continue to grow and improve each year, reflecting what residents want and volunteer to make happen.

Other upcoming local events for your diary include:  7th October - free Silver Sunday event for mature

residents at Thakeham Village Hall

 12th October – evening fireworks event at Abing-

worth Football fields (organised by SGS Rock Road School)  17th October – the first open community event in the Village Hall.

Up to date information on what is happening can be found and shared on Thakeham Parish Community’s Facebook page.

Owen Richards, Thakeham Parish Clerk. For more information please visit: www.thakehamparish.co.uk

Washington PC

By Parish Council Chairman, Cllr Patrick Heeley Heath Common Design Statement The new Heath Common Design Statement was adopted by Cabinet at Horsham District Council on 19th July, replacing the previous version from 1999.

It sets out design guidance for development in Heath Common, a ward within Washington Parish.

The new statement is now a supplementary planning document (SPD) to the Horsham District Planning framework, which is itself currently being updated. It was prepared by a team of Heath Common residents and members of the Parish Council, in consultation with Horsham District Council. It sets out clear and up to date design principles for the Heath Common area, and in particular “The Lanes” which have been widely recognised as an area of special significance.

The document will be of interest to all residents, developers and estate agents as it will form a reference point for any planning applications submitted for the area. It can be accessed directly from the parish website www.washingtonparish.org.uk or from HDC’s website. Hard copies are available at Storrington Library, and at the HDC offices in Horsham.

Thank you to all who took part in the public consultation and for the overwhelming support for the revised Design Statement.

Farewell to The Chardonnay We are sad to report the closure of Washington’s renowned restaurant The Chardonnay. We wish chef/ proprietors Carl & Julie Iles a very happy retirement, and thank them for putting Washington on the culinary map for the past 24 years. The building will be largely preserved and converted into three small apartments.

Public Toilets Washington PC has pledged to support neighbouring Storrington & Sullington PC in their endeavour to provide much needed public toilets in the centre of Storrington. A donation of £2000 has been agreed.

Councillor changes We welcome James Ross as a councillor for the Heath Common Ward, replacing Trisha Cook who has moved abroad. A vacancy exists within the Washington Ward, and interested individuals should contact our clerk to find out more.

Forthcoming Meetings Full Council: Monday October 1st, Monday November 5th at 7.30pm Committees: Monday October 15th, Monday November 19th from 7pm All meetings are held in the Dore Room, Washington Village Hall, and are open to the public.

Full details at www.washingtonparish.org.uk

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