September 2017
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ARUNDEL HISTORY
Nicknames from the early 1900s
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MEMORIES OF LONG AGO Life in rural Sussex c.1910
GARDENING Using layers
WIN! Book - Techno Tantrums Tickets to see ‘The Four Men’
PLUS What’s On, Local Walks, Recipe, Prize Crossword, Gardening Local news, Local groups & charity, Business Directory
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September 2017 Cover Photo Entrance Gate to the 'Lion & Unicorn Lodge' at South Stoke by Mark Philipps
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So it’s back to school this month, (cue a thankful “sigh” from many parents) let’s hope for an ‘Indian summer’ again this year to make up for a rather soggy August. There are still plenty of local fetes taking place this month - larger ones include the Findon Village Sheep Fair and the Pulborough Harvest Fair (see our What’s On Guide starting on page 4) and Sussex Local will have a stand at both of these - please come and say ’hello’ if you are there. Our main article this month, kindly supplied by Jessica Lea Rimmer looks at life in rural Sussex in the early 1900s via the memoirs of author W.E. Palmer - see page 26 If you have trouble dragging your children away from the iPad, enter our competition for the chance to win a copy of ‘Techno Tantrums’ see page 33. You can also win tickets to see ‘The Four Men’ at the Connaught Theatre Worthing (page 16).
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Our local history article (p19) this month looks at nicknames from the past, all very “non PC” by today’s standards! This month’s gardening article considers using layers to build a multi-dimensional garden. Our thanks as ever to the talented Andrew Staib from Glorious Gardens (p36). As usual we have our regular prize crossword p30, local walks p18, and young readers’ puzzle page p32. Until next month,
Kris & Jeff
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What makes a good care home for someone with Dementia or Alzheimer’s? When I looked for a care home for a relative of mine, I have to admit that I really did not have a clue where to start! Having visited many homes, I realised I wanted the professionals I was about to trust my loved one with, to really understand how and what I felt my relative needed. It was not so much the daily routines ROOM AVAILABLE NOW! within the home, the en-suite, or the perfect menu I wanted, it was a real belief and trust that they would enable their residents to be the very best they could be. Even without total memory or awareness of surroundings, and the procedural losses that slowly take over a person suffering from Dementia or Alzheimer’s. I wanted a home which was relaxed, calm even while coping with the extraordinarily difficult situations. A secure garden which could be used daily use in good weather, a choice of sitting rooms and dining room. But above all I wanted a staff that was qualified and experienced and that offered continuity. I found Woodlands House in a large home near the beach and bowling greens of Littlehampton. A home, that’s what I was looking for! Recently, lounge furniture was replaced with comfortable reclining arm chairs. And there is even a large companion room suitable for a couple! Three members of their staff alone, have over forty years of training and experience at Woodlands! All staff are involved in daily activities which residents can choose to participate in or just watch! Entertainers, zoo animals or the occasional game of Boule are just part of daily life. Woodlands offers quality 24-hour residential care for persons aged 65 and over including long term and respite whether from their own home, hospital or other care homes. They are specialists in Dementia care with the primary objective being to improve the quality of life of their residents and their families and they seek to promote independence, choice and dignity of the individual. They believe that residents must feel and be safe and secure at all times, whilst providing a relaxed and stimulating environment that motivates them to live a full and happy life. Just being the best they can be. Written by Judy Blake, daughter of Woodlands House Resident Oonagh Manager/Proprietor: house.woodlands@gmail.com 01903725458 or 07815762623
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Win tickets to ‘The Four Men’ Friday 6th October, Connaught Theatre, Worthing
A kaleidoscopic and unique insight into Sussex at the turn of the century… Follow Sussex’s greatest writer, Hilaire Belloc’s adventures and encounters as he takes a spur of the moment journey on foot across the breadth of Edwardian Sussex, from east to west, with three extraordinary companions at the mystical time of Halloween. On their four day odyssey, they travel 92 miles and drink 300 pints of beer! Belloc, who grew up in Slindon and lived at Shipley from 1907 until his death in 1953, said of the book: “I put my whole heart into writing it and yet no one reads it now“. Conn Artists Theatre Company’s production of The
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Microsoft Paint Alternatives by Alan Stainer
Microsoft Paint will no longer be bundled with Windows 10, following the announcement for the Autumn Windows 10 Creators update. The program has been bundled with Windows since version 1.0 and has been part of the Windows line up for 32 years. It isn't going away completely though, as it will be available for download via the Windows 10 Store. Now some people may not like the idea of creating a Microsoft account just to download a basic graphics program, while others may well want something more complete. There are of course alternatives that you can download for free and that do not require a Microsoft account, such as GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) which is a good Photoshop alternative, Krita (a professional and free paint program) and many more including web apps you don't even need to download and install (Canva and Pixlr to name two). All the alternatives mentioned here work on all platforms, so if you don't use Windows you aren't being left out. They work just as well on Mac and Linux too. www.alansitsolutions.com
Four Men brings this book to life for a whole new generation to enjoy. First produced at the Brighton Fringe, this revised stage adaptation, with live music and a cast of five actors, is a cross between Larkrise to Candleford and Three Men in a Boat and includes traditional folk songs alongside famous pieces of classical music by Sussex-inspired composers, Vaughan Williamsand Edward Elgar. Tickets and info at: www.worthingtheatres.co.uk/the-four-men
Win tickets to ‘The Four Men’ To be in with a chance of winning answer the following question: Q: Where did Hilaire Belloc grow up? a) Storrington b) Slindon c) Salvington Send your answer and full contact details including daytime telephone number to: The Four Men Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough RH20 9AH or email competitions@sussexlocal.net Winner will be first entry drawn after 20th September 2017. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.
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Local Walks - September These walks are supported by Chichester District Council, are led by volunteers and are designed to cater for all ages and abilities. No booking is required but please arrive 10 mins before the walk is due to start. Dogs are welcome unless otherwise stated but must be kept on the lead. If the weather is poor the walk be cancelled, if unsure please check, contact 01243 534589 health@chichester.gov.uk www.chichesterwellbeing.org.uk. L = Walk Leader Mon 4th 10.30am Tillington via Pitshill L: Gerald 1½ hours 3 miles Enjoy the picturesque countryside in and around Tillington, via vineyards and then to Pitshill, Tillingtons mansion. Meet at The Horse Guards Inn, Upperton Road, Tillington, GU28 9AF Tues 5th 10.30am Chichester City Walls L: Janet 1 hour 1 mile Meet by the aviary just inside the entrance to Priory Park in Guildhall Street Wed 6th 10.30am Harting Down L: Fiona 2½ hours 3 ½ miles A stroll which takes in the South Downs Way and goes through secluded valleys, then embrace the fresh sea breezes on top of Beacon Hill. Steep in places. Meet at Harting Down car park Thurs 7th 10.30am Lodsworth Bexleyhill Common L:Bruce 2 ½hours 4 ½ miles A moderately hilly walk through lovely woods reaching the summit of Bexleyhill. No stiles! Meet in Lodsworth, map ref: SU927230 Sat 9th 10.30am Whiteways L: Dominic 1½ hours 3 ½ miles Walk along Monarch Way and South Downs Way. This walk has steep inclines and is not suitable for beginners. Meet at Whiteways car park on A29 Mon 11th 10.30am Selsey L: Helen 30 mins 1 mile Meet at East Beach Car Park in Selsey Tues 12th 10.30am Bosham L: Janet 1½ hours 3 miles A level walk around Bosham. Part of the walk is on paved roads or paths. Meet at the entrance to Bosham Car Park (pay & display) Wed 13th 10.30am Bignor Hill L: Chloë 2 hours 4 miles Circular walk from Bignor Hill; starting out along the old Roman road Stane Street and returning through The Rise of Northwood project area. Some uphill sections. Meet in Bignor Hill Car Park Fri 15th 10.30am Pagham to Hunston L: Jane 2 – 3 hours 5 miles This flat linear walk takes in fields and lanes, finishing at the canal at Hunston. A few stiles. Return to Pagham by bus. Please bring money/bus pass. Please note if there has been a lot of rain fields may be flooded. Meet at the harbour end of Church Lane where the road ends Fri 15th 10.30am Chanctonbury Hill L: Peter 2 hours 4 miles Circular walk to Chanctonbury Ring hill fort and return via Washington village with some steep gradients. Meet at Frankland Arms pub Mon 18th 10.30am Emsworth to Pook Lane L: Anne 1½ hrs 3 miles Level walk along the shore. Meet in Emsworth Square Mon 18th 10.30am Midhurst L: Helen 30 mins 1 mile Meet at the entrance to The Grange Leisure Centre Bepton Road, Midhurst GU29 9HD Wed 20th 10.45am Climping L: Dominic 1 hour 2½ miles Along dunes to Climping Mill, then across fields to Ferry Road and Rope Walk to club. Meet at Arun Yacht Club Car Park, Rope Walk, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 5DL Fri 22nd 10.30am Iping, Woolbeding & Stedham L: Jane 2-3 hours 6½ miles A longer walk with stiles, taking in Iping and Stedham Commons and the River Rother. Meet at Iping Common car park, map ref:SU852220 Mon 25th 10.30am Westgate L: Helen 30 mins 1 mile A flat gentle walk, suitable for beginners. Meet at entrance to Westgate Leisure Centre, PO19 1RJ Thurs 28th 10.30am Angmering and Hammerpot L: Peter 2 hours 4 miles Mainly flat walk through woods and meadows. Meet in car park in the woods at the Dover Thurs 28th 10.30am Bognor to Felpham L: Jane 1 hour 2½ miles Starts at Bognor Regis pier and goes along to seafront to Felpham where there is an optional coffee stop. We return the same way. Meet at Bognor Regis pier
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Arundel Nicknames from the early 1900s By Arundel historian Mark Phillips Local man, Horace ‘Skipper’ Phillips, passed away in Arundel hospital on October, 17 1970. A local newspaper article at the time described him as ‘The last of the Sussex Yeomen. He was greatly loved, a man of vast knowledge and great wisdom, yet a man who on appropriate occasion let his hair down while remaining a perfect gentleman’. High praise indeed. During Skipper’s day, almost every man, and to a much lesser extent, women, were known by a nickname and as such I would ask that you view this article within its historical context. Skipper Phillips (no relation to this author) wrote: “People collect all sorts of queer things but I never pictured myself as a collector of nicknames until, in conversation with a friend one day, we mentioned someone but could not remember his real name. That started it; I compiled a list of those I could remember and others kindly added to it. The derivations of some of them are obvious to those who knew the people but others are clouded in mystery. Among the obvious ones, ‘Soapy’ Evershed, for example, was the owner of the old soap factory in what is now known as Fitzalan Road. ‘Peggy’ Balchin had a wooden leg, his brother ‘Tubby’ was rather large as were both the ‘Nanny Weighfiner’ ‘Puddens’.” Looking through the list there is a ‘Half Past Five’ Robinson. He used to work in the castle gardens and was always waiting at the gate ready to go home dead on time every day. There are also three infamous grocers known as ‘Nanny Weighfinger’, ‘Billy Splitraisin’ and ‘Pinchplum’ whose names refer to their alleged meanness in weighing out their goods. ‘Calico Jack’ Herrington ran a clothing store, ‘Squeaker’ Blackman used to wear very tight corduroy trousers, and Henry Duke of Norfolk was known affectionately as ‘Uncle’. Skipper writes: “Arthur Kendall, a ‘Uncle Henry’ young boy at the time of the Zulu wars, had very protruding lips. There was a famous Zulu Chief named Lobenguls and was promptly named after him by his schoolmates because of those lips. It was shortened to ‘Loben’ and he remained ‘Loben’ Kendall for the rest of his life.” Like
‘Monk’ Rogers and ‘Shucks’ Arnold, Penfold’s yard 1915 this example from Skipper, many nicknames would most certainly be seen as cruel or spiteful to our generation. Let’s have a look at a few of these with apologies to any surviving relatives… ‘Scranny’ Ford. Mr Ford gained this rather unfortunate nickname because ‘Scranny’ once Lobengula Khumalo meant; well, as this is a family magazine, let’s just say in the mid-1800s it was slang for talking a lot of ‘nonsense’ but with a far stronger emphasis on ‘nonsense’. ‘Daddler’ Brett may have been far from enthusiastic about his nickname. In the early 1900s ‘Daddler’ was slang for a farthing (quarter of an old penny, ¼d). This was based on association with the word tiddler, meaning something very small. I’m not sure what ‘Boodle’ Hammond had done to be labelled with the slang name for money, especially that gained or spent illegally. More often this was a word to describe bribe money. ‘Monk’ Rogers was a Baptist and worked at Penfold’s Iron Works. He had a reputation for preaching his religious beliefs to his workmates. Finally, as for ‘Barge Arse’ Scutt? I think we should let Skipper have the final words this month: “Why ‘Barge Arse’? It is of course possible that Mr Scutt’s hip measurements were disproportionate, but why would people want to stress the point in such an outspoken fashion?”
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For those who have long dreamed of owning an Aston Martin, the RAF Benevolent Fund charity raffle is giving anyone the chance to win a limited edition Aston Martin Vanquish S Red Arrows car, worth £275,000, for just £20. Aston Martin Cambridge has commissioned just ten of these Vanquish S Red Arrows cars as a unique tribute to the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, and has kindly donated Red 10 to the RAF Benevolent Fund, with all money raised going directly to the charity that supports past and present RAF personnel and their families. Contact: www.rafbf.org/red10 New Tricks and Grandpa in My Pocket actors James Bolam and wife Sue Jameson recently led a call for concerned residents to object to an attempt by oil company KOGL (Kimmeridge Oil and Gas – subsidiary of UKOG) to extend their operation at Broadford Bridge oil drilling site by twelve months. The actors, who both helped fight off an oil drilling plan near Wisborough Green, handed in a giant postcard to Lee Harris, Executive Director of Economy, Infrastructure and Environment at West Sussex County Council representing objectors to the Broadford Bridge site between Billingshurst and West Chiltington. Contact: action@broadfordbridgeaction.co.uk
SUSSEX LOCAL More than 2,250 young people receive support via the Youth Emotional Support Service (YES), according to an annual report into commissioning for children and young people's mental health and emotional wellbeing. The YES team currently sees around 200 new young people every month and on average less than three percent go on to require a referral to the specialist child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS), this work is just one part of extra specialist support, early preventative help and innovative new projects being used in West Sussex to assist children and young people with emotional wellbeing and mental health issues. www.bit.ly/wsxyes www.westsussex.local-offer.org Local policing matters, which is why Sussex Police has produced a bespoke contact card for each district with all the different ways you can get the right help from the right people in a timely manner. The card gives details of how you can contact local prevention teams by email or phone to report nonemergency police matters or concerns in your community and you can find your local card, and details of your local prevention team, by searching for your district at the top of any page on the Sussex Police website. www.sussexpolice.com/contact-us Sussex Wildlife Trust’s photographic competition is looking for twelve stunning photographs capturing the best of the wildlife and landscapes of Sussex for their 2018 online calendar. Whether the ladybirds in your garden, migrating wildfowl, macro spiders, flowers carpeting a woodland floor, colourful fungi, clouds of downland butterflies or a sleeping hedgehog in the park – the trust wants you to share the wild places that are special to you whether high on the Downs, deep in the woods or your favourite urban nature spot. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk PAGNE and BIPLANE, the two organisations working to safeguard the rights of people living 14-25 miles west of Gatwick Airport from excessive noise caused by changes to the arrivals flight path in 2013, have agreed to merge their operations; in a move to create a pressure group that will represent a wider group of communities extending from the Pulborough area across to Ifold, Plaistow and Loxwood. The decision was taken on the basis that both organisations share common ground in campaigning against noise pollution from aircraft approaching as well as departing Gatwick Airport. The merger means that the new pressure group will retain the PAGNE acronym but its meaning will change from Pulborough to People Against Gatwick Noise and Emissions.
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New Homes in Fontwell The news that the Secretary of State has approved the planning application for 400 homes at Fontwell came as a big shock. This, and the application by Renaissance Homes to apply for 49 retirement homes in Fitzalan Road, adds to the torrent of developers trying to build new homes. Last month I explained Arun’s position regarding the Local Plan. Because Arun has less than two years land supply (i.e: sites with permission awaiting development), defending against unwanted applications is virtually impossible. Arun should have secured the Local Plan back in 2009/2010 but the Cabinet Member at the time delayed, hoping to get a Conservative Government in place to reduce house building numbers. I met with Renaissance, along with Mayor Angela Standing and fellow Councillor Robert Wheal. The developers are aware of Arun’s predicament and confident that they will get the application through. They are giving £500,000 towards affordable housing, which I’ve asked to be ring fenced within the Parish of Arundel or close proximity. The Developers say they will ask Arun to do that, but it’s down to Arun to make the final decision and I will lobby the council to do so. Although Renaissance Homes has reduced the num-
SUSSEX LOCAL ber of homes they were going to build, moved some way on the design and taken on board some of the wishes of residents, I’ve made it clear that, based on the current design and proposals, I would object as Ward Councillor to the application. (Of course I have to give the assurance that I will keep an open mind if any new evidence comes along, to ensure that I am not ruled to be predetermined when it comes to a vote). By the time you read this the options for the Bypass will have been published, I understand there are three - a version of the Pink Blue, a Binstead option and an Online option. You know my thoughts, I think the Online version will ultimately mean a dual carriageway through the middle of Arundel, but it’s really important that you give your views to Highways England. Also I want the Town Council to hold a public meeting to air the issues, I think it’s important that they organise it and not SCATE. Until next month. cllr.paul.dendle@arun.gov.uk www.arundel.pauldendle.net
Arundel Flower Club Arundel Flower Club meets on the third Friday in the month, between 7.30–9.30pm at St. Mary’s Church Hall, Clymping, BN17 5RB and welcomes anyone of any age. The club is affiliated to NAFAS, a national body and provides demonstrations by top class arrangers. It holds workshop evenings, a club competition table, flower raffle and social events. The Club’s Flower Demonstration Open Meeting, entitled “Christmas at the Castle,” with National Demonstrator Stephen McDonnell, will take place at Walberton Village Hall, The Street, Walberton, BN18 OPQ on 18th November. Tickets are available on 1st October and cost £12 to include afternoon tea. Club membership is £27 a year, which entitles you to a joining pack and a discount card at a local florist. Guests are welcome to attend at £4 per evening. Event tickets - Mary Harding on 01903 882398. Membership - Johnrees@btinternet.com.
Assault Course Challenge in Aid of Disabled Veterans The Queen Alexandra Hospital Home, is on the hunt for people to take part in its Assault Course Challenge on Sunday 10 September at Lodge Hill, Pulborough. Set in stunning woodland in the heart of the South Downs National Park, soldiers will be putting you through your paces over the 5km course. The event is being held to raise money for the charity, which provides care to disabled ex-Service personnel and their families. Entry costs just £15 per person. To sign up, call the QAHH Fundraising Team on 01903 218444. But hurry, you need to register by 1st September! Charlotte Emery - 07753 286629 or 01903 883613
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Steyning Camera Club, established in 1972, describes itself as one of the most lively, friendly and successful photographic clubs in the south of England and welcomes photographers of all interests and abilities. Club activities include presentations, competitions, and workshops. Members also enjoy a variety of group trips to places of interest or special events, and can contribute to Club exhibitions in the area. Visitors to the Club are welcome to attend selected talks for a nominal entrance fee. The Club meets at The Village Hall, High Street, Upper Beeding, BN44 3WN. Regular meetings are on Monday evenings, starting at 7.30pm, from September through to May, and on alternate Tuesday mornings the ‘Coffee Club’ meets at various locations. For more details and further information please contact info@steyningcc.org.uk www.steyningcc.org.uk
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A system to improve hospital care for people living with dementia, devised by Horsham-based social innovator Zoe Harris, has been adopted by two local NHS Trusts. Every patient admitted to Arundel, Horsham, Crawley and East Surrey hospitals is being invited to complete a Mycarematters Creator Zoe Harris record about their nonmedical needs and preferences, which is then made available to all staff caring for them. However, it is often the case that a Mycarematters record can’t be created until a family member or friend visits and can provide the information, leaving staff in ignorance of a person’s needs for hours or even days, so Zoe’s intention is for people to create a record in advance of a hospital stay, and has developed an online platform for this purpose. Keyfobs and stickers carry a unique code, to let hospitals know the patient has a Mycarematters record. info@mycarematters.org or go to www.mycarematters.org to create a record.
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Join the Sussex Hospice Trail Why not join the official launch of the Friends of Sussex Hospices Walking Trail on Saturday 23rd September? The Trail is the UK’s only permanent long distance footpath dedicated to hospices and made up of 26 walks from between four and eleven miles. St Wilfrid’s Hospice in Chichester is delighted to have received support from the Friends charity and is field-
ing teams of walkers and Event Marshals. Walkers need to download the iFootpath App and the walk of their choice. Then visit the website to select the walk, nominate a hospice and register. The fee of £80 (for two to eight people) will then go to the hospice of their choice. Contact: www.hospicestrail.co.uk/register-your-team/ St. Wilfrid’s Hospice- 01243 755302 www.stwh.co.uk
Reviewing your Will By Richard Cohen FPFS ACII MCSI Chartered Financial Planner Other than following the correct process to ensure it is valid there are very few absolute wrongs and rights when it decides who should receive what under a Will, what is important is the consequences of every clause and bequest is understood. For example, issues may arise when some beneficiaries are entitled to lump sum gifts while others are entitled to a share of the residuary. It could be that over the years, inflation means that a gift that was considered substantial at the time of writing the Will buys very little when you pass away. At the other end of the spectrum, if values of property or investments fall, a gift that represented a relatively small part of your estate ends up taking up all of it. Your choice of executors is another area that can cause problems. Conflicts may arise where some beneficiaries are executors, while others are not. However, including all beneficiaries is often impracticable and could be a problem if certain executors are incapable of handling the responsibilities involved of being an executor. One solution is to specify a professional, typically a solicitor, as your executor. This is likely to work out several thousands of pounds more expensive than appointing a close friend or family
member, even if they subsequently decide to employ a professional to do most of the work. Cost aside, when the time comes the professional you trusted to be your executor may be long retired leaving someone completely different to handle the work. Unlike dying, writing a will is not a "once and done" activity. Over time family circumstances and legislation changes. For example, historically it was common for married couples to use a "nil-rate band trust" to ensure on first death the inheritance tax free band was utilised. In October 2007, the band became transferable between spouses and such a trust is an unnecessary complication in many cases. Worse still, with the new residential nil rate band that is being phased in, rather than saving tax, such a trust could cost your children as much as £140,000 in extra inheritance tax. So unless you've reviewed it in the past two years, its time to dust off your Will and ensure it remains appropriate. For more details visit www.nsurefinancial.co.uk or to arrange a free review please call 01903 821010
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Jessica Lea Rimmer writes about W.E. Palmer, an author who lived in Rural Sussex in the early 1900s Memories of Long Ago is a nostalgic account of some of Winifred Palmer’s childhood years which she spent living at Harting Coombe Farm in Sussex, from 1910 to 1925. Written in the third person under the pseudonym Francesca, Winifred recollects her poor, but seemingly happy childhood, in a unique and engaging style. With no specification of who her intended audience was, or even the reason for writing her memoir, its title suggests that Winifred's desire to keep the memories of her childhood alive was a key motivation for its production. Born in 1908 in Bramley, near Guildford, Winifred dedicates much of her autobiography to the recollection of her schooldays, and in doing so, enables a better understanding of working-class culture and identity in early 20th Century, rural Sussex. WE Palmer’s house today
On reading Winifred's typescript memoir, in which she recalls her schooling experience through detailed descriptions of the subjects that were taught, teaching styles and lesson formats, as well as a brief recollection of May Day and playground games - one thing becomes clear: times have changed. Today's classroom disciplinary methods are a far cry from those that were enforced prior to the 21st century. So too are the days when lesson topics were not inclusive of all genders and were instead taught in accordance with the gender assigned roles of a patriarchal society. For Winifred however, this was a reality. Reinforcing the gender-orientated world that Winifred lived through, her memoir reveals how it was only girls who were taught cookery and needle work, which they did for up to three hours per week - a world of difference between Winifred's childhood and that which we understand today. School lessons were not inclusive of all genders
The school day was divided into two halves, and classes, or standards as they were then called, were small. Morning school ran from nine until twelve, and afternoon school ran from one thirty until four. However, Winifred reveals that if a child misbehaved during a lesson they were made to stay behind in order to make up for wasted time. Although parents generally agreed with their children being caned within reason, as this was a form of punishment which they were also subjected to during their school years, they would often object to their child being kept behind at the end of the school day. Such objections were mainly expressed during the dark, winter months, as the country roads were considered too isolated for a child to walk alone, and thus had to be met part way. Like most of the schoolchildren, Winifred lived at least two miles away from the school itself, though this was not entirely unfortunate as she thoroughly
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28 Local People Winifred Palmer’s favourite memory of her school days was May Day
enjoyed the picturesque traverse through the countryside. However, her love of walking through idyllic, rural Sussex sometimes came at a price. Distracted by the beauty of the scenery, Winifred would linger on her way to school which occasionally resulted in her being late. In those days, if a child was late to school and did not have a satisfactory reason, their hand would fall victim to one stroke of the cane. With support from the church, the Women’s Institute, and the parents of the schoolchildren, it is evident that education and schooling were extremely valued by the members of Mrs W.E. Palmer’s village. A strong camaraderie was formed among teachers and parents due to the significant interest that the parents took in the school. Whilst the organisation of school trips, parties and events, was almost always aided by the Women's Institute. However, as a girl of the early 20th Century, Winifred lived through a time in which the importance of education and schooling had become recognised nationally, as well as locally. As England's literacy rates soared at the turn of the century, it is of little surprise to learn that in Winifred's school English grammar was a subject that played a major role in the school curriculum. She goes into great detail about the teachers determination to ensure that the children were excellent spellers, as well as claiming that the children parsed and analysed copious amounts of sentences, and were required to endure at least half an hour of dictation per day. Mrs W.E. Palmer excelled during her school years, as she recalls being permitted to skip a standard and go straight into standard two from the infant school. Therefore, it is surprising to learn that she failed her scholarship exam and was not awarded with the opportunity to go to grammar school. The exam, which Winifred claims was a written examination on every
subject in the school’s curriculum, was exceedingly difficult. Yet, for working-class children, passing the exam would have merely been the first hurdle.
It was not simply the intelligence and academic capability of the child that determined whether they would go to grammar school. The harsh reality lay in the fact that their class status played a significant role. Mrs W.E. Palmer admits that it was unlikely that her parents would have been able to afford to let her go to grammar school, even if she had passed the examination. Therefore, the tremendous sense of achievement that a working-class child would have felt on passing the exam, would have been quickly undermined by their class status.
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school days were some of the best days of her life. It has been my pleasure to read the memoir of Winifred Estelle Palmer and conduct research into her workingclass life. If you wish to know more about her upbringing in rural Sussex, such as information on her home and family life on the farm, the implications of the First World War on her childhood, or her political views, visit www.writinglives.org/mrs-w-e-palmer. Here you can also find work on many more working-class autobiographies from writers across the country, simply scroll through the list of authors on the Writing Lives website, or browse through the thematic categories for a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the working class.
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The S Word - Sleeping Disorders By Dr. Tania Ahern
One in three of us have problems sleeping at some stage in our lives, yet it is often not properly identified or treated. Moreover, some people may not even be aware that they have a sleep disorder, which can significantly impact on their health. Sleep disorders essentially fall into 3 groups: Not enough sleep, sleeping too much (e.g. narcolepsy) and abnormal sleep behaviours (e.g. sleepwalking, sleep-talking, night terrors). Here I’m focusing on the first category -not getting enough shuteye. The main cause of insufficient sleep is insomnia. 10% of the population- that’s 8 million of us - regularly struggle to get off to sleep, stay asleep, or wake up too early and can’t get back to sleep. It’s not the number of hours asleep or time awake that defines insomnia, but the amount of distress and impairment to daily functioning, that it causes. Insomnia is more common in women, as we get older and often runs in families. Personality also plays a part; worriers and high achievers are more prone as well as those suffering from depression and anxiety. Other reasons might include medical conditions and some medications. Sometimes fixing the underlying cause is enough to resolve the problem.
However, other factors may keep it going. The good news? There’s a highly effective treatment for chronic insomnia called Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). It’s a psychological approach to help people develop skills and strategies to overcome sleep problems by addressing the overactive mind and unhelpful sleep habits. Another major cause of insufficient sleep is Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA). It affects 2-4% of people. The hallmark of OSA is frequent long pauses in breathing during sleep (more than 10 seconds at a time), causing repeated brief awakenings and significant sleep deprivation. It’s often accompanied by snoring, and symptoms include daytime sleepiness, nocturnal urination, morning headaches and dry mouth. This condition is readily treatable but if ignored can cause significant long-term health problems. If you have concerns, see your GP for an assessment. Contact: 01243 933083 contact@cbt-insomnia.co.uk www.cbt-insomnia.co.uk
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In Your Garden Monthly gardening ideas and tasks by Andrew Staib, Principle Designer of Glorious Gardens Letting your garden shine with complex beauty Has your garden felt “two dimensional” this summer with long periods where nothing much is happening? Do you look at your garden and see tree-shrub-bulbshrub-perennial without any feeling of the power and complexity of nature? If you take a walk in nature you will realise that plant life tries to occupy all the different layers of space. From tall trees with a canopy of small trees underneath, to shrubs then ground cover, bulbs and climbers, nature weaves life into all the different available layers of space. So often we just plant something we like into a space that is available, yet different plants survive on different levels depending on their light requirements, wind tolerance, soil stability and acidity and ability to grow next to other different species.
If we can listen and look at the essence of nature growing in the wild we can achieve a natural look with all the lovely stylised beauty that our human love of colour, symmetry and order can provide. The result is powerful and achieves a complexity that most gardens lack. Of course in many ways gardens are simplifications of nature, bringing out the essential elements whilst allowing for more functional human spaces as well as ease of maintenance. Yet it is possible to bring some of that rich ‘wovenfeeling’ into the smallest of gardens and the results will give you a deeper satisfaction and a more four dimensional beauty. So if there are gaps in your beds or just one or two
layers going on compared with the eight I have mentioned below, you can notice what is missing and plan to enrich your layering for next year! Trees Choose your trees carefully. Often I arrive at a client’s garden and there is either one massive tree that dominates the rest of the garden space or there is a lack of trees. People sometimes assume that planting trees will create too much shade but if your garden is small/medium, well positioned trees with a delicate and spacious leaf and branch character can create a canopy that will give your garden a sense of height, enclosure and intimacy. Some trees for the smaller gardens are Amelenchier lamarki, Weeping Birch, Malus, Sorbus, Viburnum Tinus, Albezia and Rhus. All of these trees will give your garden a lovely sense of breadth without a tree surgeon being called in every year. Taller Shrubs Underneath this layer one can plant a layer which I call Tall Shrubs. These plants can contribute lots of
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Some tried and tested ground covers that I like are the Geraniums, Sedums, Chaerophyllum ‘Roseum’, White Bay Willow Herb and Persicaria. Smaller Ground Cover The smaller ground covers tend to be at the front of borders where they won’t be swamped by the bigger plants. Some nice examples are: Pachysandra, Ajuga, Brunnera, Galium odoratum, Epimedium, Bergenias, Lilly of the Valley and Periwinkle. Climbers It is surprising how many gardens I visit and see unsightly spaces that a week chosen climber could easily transform. Climbers hide fences, can shoot up trees like rambling roses or drop languidly gown from shed grooves or pergodas. They are a first choice for many unsightly wall or tool shed and with their exuberant need to spread out can give your garden a new dimension of space. More unusual climbers are Akebia, Campsis, Berberidopsis coralline and Solanum Bulbs The bulb range is enormous. Some come out before the trees have come into leaf to grab the early sunlight when they can, others push through other plant life tenaciously. As I have written in previous
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Places to visit Put Sheffield Park in your diaries for it's dazzling autumnal displays of mature trees.
What to do in September Keep up the watering in sustained hot weather. For years now we have been having sunny and dry Septembers Top up the mulch to retain moisture and keep weeds down (don’t forget they kept on growing until Christmas last year!) Keep pinching out tomatoes and sowing new rows of lettuce, radishes and spinach Prune the bigger shrubs that have finished flowering like Wygelia, Philadelpus, and Sprirea - cut out the old flowering wood back to new growth so that next year’s flowers will bloom from. A harder cut of the Wysteria can wait till January. Mow your lawn on a higher setting now to keep moisture in the grass to help mitigate against summer browning in dry spells Plan where you want your bulbs to come out in Spring. You can order them online now for planting until November.
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By Chris Ennis FRICS
If you look up from reading this page, you are likely to be looking at a window. Windows are all around us, and most of the time we take them for granted. These days many windows are constructed in either aluminium or Upvc and double glazed panels serve to reduce heat losses. Windows prior to the 1980’s were mainly formed in timber or galvanized metal and incorporated single glazing. I can remember the frost on the inside of old galvanised windows when I was a boy. My father waged a constant battle to repair defective timber sub framing. These days there are few such windows remaining in prosperous Sussex. When it was appreciated the extent of heat losses through glazing, secondary windows found public favour. These were only partially successful, and the first complete replacement window systems were sold. I remember thinking that these would be a commercial disaster, but of course I was proved wrong and many fortunes have been made (and probably lost) selling window systems. If you are contemplating installing replacement windows, make sure your contractor is a member of a reputable trade body. They will have a code of practice, and some form of customer redress scheme.
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Give full consideration to your requirements since mistakes can be costly. Remember that local authority permission, free holder’s consent and planning permission will be required if you live in a flat. Consider the design of the window system… large picture windows are inappropriate for many post war dwellings. Cottage style leaded lights are not suited for installation in patio doors. Ensure that there is adequate provision for ventilation. Consider the means of escape in the event of fire. Check design and adequacy of locks and child stays. Most important of course is the type of glazing…. tinted glass, argon (an inert gas) filled panels…check the quality of hinge mechanisms? One of the most common failings in windows is the ‘breakdown’ of the vacuum between the glass panes. This allows condensation to form and the window will then mist over. The cost of glass replacement varies depending on size, but an average cost would be between £50 and £100. Remember, periodically clean the widows and reveals and lightly oil all moving parts. Chris Ennis FRICS is a Chartered Surveyor Tel: 01903 261217 email: surveyor1@talktalk.net
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