Sussex Local Magazine Barnham - August 2019

August 2019

Barnham - Aldingbourne - Eastergate - Oving - Tangmere - Westergate Local news and events through the door to 5,400 homes in this area every month

ARUNDEL FESTIVAL

MUSIC, ART, THEATRE 16-26TH AUGUST

VICTIM SUPPORT Local Charity Profile

NEWS

Council, Charity & School

PLUS

WIN TICKETS!

John Cooper Clarke & Live at the Regis

GARDENS

St Mary’s Bramber

What’s On, Recipe, Prize Crossword, Young Readers’ Puzzles, Local Walks, Local Groups & Charity, Business Directory

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August 2019 Welcome...

Cover image Arundel Festival

by Nigel Cull

.....to our August issue.

This month we have given our popular What’s On feature a wash and brush-up which we think makes it a easier to read.

See what you think, starting on page 4.

A packed issue includes a competition for tickets to Live at the Regis, featuring Bobby Davro; and a chance to catch maverick poet and raconteur John Cooper-Clark - see pages 10 & 11.

This month’s recipe is for mouthwatering fruit kebabs with marshamallows, followed by our health article with hints for managing how you reward yourself with treats. We would love to say how we planned this interesting juxtaposition of articles, but honestly - it just happened.

Andrew takes us on a walk around the fabulous gardens of St Mary’s House in Bramber. They probably didn’t do garage conversions in Tudor times, but Chris gives us the current lowdown on page 24.

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...........................................................................What’s On ................................Win tickets to see John Cooper-Clark .............................Win a family ticket to Live at the Regis .............................Prize Crossword - win an M&S voucher ......................................................Parish Council updates ...........................................................Local Schools News .............................................Young Readers’ Puzzle Page ........................................................................Local Walks ...............................................Charity & Community News .......................Recipe - Fruit Kebabs with Marshmallows ....................Health & Wellbeing - Managing Your Treats ............................................................The Property Doctor .........................................Charity Profile - Victim Support ....................In Your Garden - St Mary’s House, Bramber ..........................................Business Directory Classifeds ...........................................................Index of Advertisers Kay Publishing Ltd PO Box 2237 Pulborough RH20 9AH info@sussexlocal.net www.sussexlocal.net

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The main focus of activity after a crime is to catch the criminal. But it also leaves its mark on victims. Our main feature is on the charity Victim Support, which has a branch in Sussex, see page 26.

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Seven editions across West Sussex Arundel - Arundel, Amberley, Burpham, Climping, Fontwell, Ford, Slindon, Walberton & Yapton Total addresses - 6,700 Barnham - Barnham, Eastergate, Westergate, Aldingbourne, Oving, & Tangmere Total addresses - 5,400 Chichester - Chichester centre & suburbs Total addresses - 7,800 Findon - Findon Valley, Findon Village, Nepcote, High Salvington, Clapham & Patching plus Salvington/Selden (south of A27) Total addresses - 6,200 Midhurst & Petworth - Midhurst, Petworth, Easebourne Total addresses - 7,100 Pulborough - Pulborough, Bury, Coldwaltham, Fittleworth, Marehill, Nutbourne, Stopham, West Chiltington village and Common.

Total addresses - 5,500 Storrington - Storrington, Ashington, Cootham Thakeham, Sullington & Washington. Total addresses - 6,600

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Win a pair of tickets to see Dr John Cooper Clarke - “The Luckiest Guy Alive” On Friday 28th September at 7pm at Worthing Assembly Hall Dr John Cooper Clarke shot to prominence in the 1970s as the original „people‟s poet‟. Today, JCC is as relevant as ever. Aside from his trademark „look‟ continuing to resonate with fashionistas, and his poetry included on national curriculum syllabus, his effect on modern music is huge. His influence can be heard within the keen social observations of the Arctic Monkeys and Plan B. John has been involved in two recent global number 1 albums - with The Arctic Monkeys putting one of John's best loved poems, I Wanna Be Yours, to music on their critically acclaimed A:M Album.

His latest show, touring across the UK, USA, Canada & Australasia, is a mix of classic verse, extraordinary new material, hilarious ponderings on modern life, good honest gags, riffs and chat - a chance to witness a living legend at the top of this game.

Tickets are available from the Worthing Theatres Box Office on 01903 206 206, or online at Worthing theatres.co.uk

Win tickets to Dr John Cooper Clark - Luckiest Guy Alive Tour!

To enter the competition answer the question below: Q: Which band has used John‟s poetry? a) Arctic Monkeys b) Killers c) Sugar Babes Send your answer and contact details to: John Cooper Clark Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/ features/competitions Winner drawn on Thursday 31/8/19. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

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Win a family ticket to Live at the Regis With headliner Bobby Davro, from 21st to 25th August Live at the Regis 2018

festivals or musicals, Bobby is one of the most versatile and experienced celebrity comedians. Laughs will be guaranteed! This year back by popular demand will be Max Fulham. After the success of last yearâ€&#x;s variety performance, The Regis Centre are excited to see what he has in store for this year.

In a show that harks back to the glory days of summer at the seaside, this top-class variety performance will showcase the best in professional and local talent.

For more information visit www.regiscentre.co.uk

Win tickets to Live at the Regis After the huge success last year with Joe Pasquale, Live at the Regis will return to the Regis Centre this summer from 21st to 25th August. This year the headliner is legendary entertainer Bobby Davro, with support from ventriloquist Max Fulham and vocalists Riley Clark and Kate Richards. With comedy, stunning vocals and breath-taking dance numbers, this yearâ€&#x;s show is certain to be a highlight of the summer season.

Versatility is key to Bobby Davro's longevity as a highprofile entertainer. Be it in television, pantomime,

To enter the competition answer the question below: Q: Which month does Live at the Regis run in? a) August

b) September

c) July

Send your answer and contact details to: Live at the Regis Competition, PO Box 2237, Pulborough, RH20 9AH or enter online at www.sussexlocal.net/ features/competitions Winner drawn after 14th August 2019. Please indicate if you wish to remain on our mailing list.

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Prize Crossword Win a ÂŁ10 M&S voucher

Barnham Aug 2019 June 2019 answer below:

Winner: Tania Ahern from Tangmere. Many congratulations and thank you to all who entered.

Finish the crossword and fill out the box below with the letters from the shaded squares. Work out the anagram

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Barrack (6) Seventh day (7) Invalidate (5) Form (13) List (7) Golf clubs (5) Builds (6) Ramshackle building (3,4) Body part pierced for rings (7) Roman general (6) Unpowered aircraft (6) Ship of the desert (5) Draws into the mouth (5)

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Send the word above to: Sussex Local Crossword, PO Box 2237 Pulborough, RH20 9AH or you can enter it online at our website www.sussexlocal.net/crosswords Closing date: 31st August 2019.

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Powers of Attorney

by Steve Worsfold of Sussex Will Writers

People who make Wills know that, unfortunately, they will always come into effect eventually – after all death is one of the few certainties. We all hope however, that we will retain our physical and mental abilities throughout our lives and will not need assistance, while we are alive, to look after ourselves.

Unfortunately, for a large number of people, this is not the case. Disability can strike at any time and this can be very sudden, for example by a stroke or a heart attack. We can suddenly be left unable to look after our financial and legal affairs and this is where the concept of a power of attorney can help greatly.

A power of attorney allows you to appoint someone, in advance, to act on your behalf if this should ever prove necessary. One of the most common reasons is mental disability. A power of attorney is a straightforward document that you and your proposed attorneys can sign in advance while you are able to take a rational view of your circumstances. Although it is a completely separate document from a Will, it is often completed at the same time as a Will.

If a power of attorney is not prepared and someone unfortunately becomes unable to look after his or her

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This is a long-winded, complicated and expensive process which could be avoided.

Our strong recommendation therefore is that you consider preparing a lasting power of attorney. These powers will need to be certified at the time of making them and registered before they can be used.

If you would like to learn more, call or email Sussex Will Writers quoting Sussex Local and benefit from £25 off the normal fee of £225 for Unregistered Lasting Powers of Attorney. Sussex Will Writers can help you - make the first step by calling 01903 533 681 or visiting their website www.sussexwillwriters.co.uk

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Aldingbourne PC Edited extracts from the draft minutes of the Aldingbourne Parish Council meeting on 4th June 2019.

Presentation by Orminston Six Villages School A pupil provided a very interesting insight into the Orminston Six Villages Space 180 Degrees project that she, and several of her fellow pupils, are committed to delivering at her school. She explained that the project is aiming to redevelop some previously unused land within the school grounds and make it a space which both the school and, hopefully in time, the wider community, can access as a shared community space for all to enjoy.

Allotments It was reported that this is peak growing season and therefore it is challenging to keep pathways clear.

Footpath 299 is currently relatively clear, and Footpath 297 is reasonable. Efforts are being made to arrange additional cut backs of growth to ensure the paths remain usable across the seasons.

Village Signs The Councillor reported that progress had been stalled as she no longer had the proposed design pictures. Gladstone are the leading suppliers of this kind of street furniture. The intention is for the design to be made of „wood effect‟ plastic and the proposed locations are to be in Norton Road by the „30‟ zone

Barnham & Eastergate Edited extracts from draft minutes of the Barnham & Eastergate Council meeting on 4th June 2019.

ABE Community Land Trust (CLT) A representative of the ABE Community Land Trust had given a presentation to the Annual Parish Assembly. The aims of the Trust is to provide affordable homes for local people through working with Housing Associations who develop land.

The Trust would be working with specific Associations to try and identify possible land or development opportunities within the Parishes that when houses were built, could become houses that would be made available only to families living within the Parishes.

Response: The new Parish Council is to formally consider their position and after some discussion it was agreed that the Council would support the Trust as much as possible with their aims and aspirations.

In terms of formal representation it was agreed that a representative would attend a couple of meetings to see if he thought full involvement would be a possibility, if this proposal was acceptable to the Trust.

He would then report back to a future Full Council meeting and a final decision on representation would then be made.

Planning and Environment Committee Under this item, the Chair introduced the issue of the

marker; at the War Memorial; and somewhere near the entrance to Lees Yard.

Councillor Warden encouraged a more comprehensive update to come back to the Committee in July so that this project can move forward, and potentially link in to building up a more comprehensive „package‟ of street improvements, to be progressed alongside the Neighbourhood Plan.

ACSC Development Group The expenditure to date on bringing the Centre up to required Health and Safety requirements was currently standing at £8815 of the £15k allocation.

Specifications to get emergency lighting and fire doors installed are being processed, all of which the Council believe can be achieved within budget, with a planned timescale of works being carried out during the school summer holidays. The Councillor noted the progress that is being made. However, remains concerned that there is still no clear plan available detailing matters such as proposed licensing changes, and with timescales regarding progress towards CIO status. The APC contributions are taxpayers money and, therefore, the APC has a duty of care to ensure plans and progress are reasonable and appropriate.

For more information and future Council meetings, visit the website www.aldingbourne-pc.gov.uk lack of bridleways in the Parish and the apparent lack of inclusion of such provision in the green corridor proposals for the new A29.

Response: After a short discussion the Council agreed to look to include an appropriate equestrian policy in the revised Neighbourhood Plan.

The Clerk was also asked to write to WSCC to establish why the riding of horses was prohibited on multimodal use paths in the County.

Another issue raised under this item was a request from the applicant in respect of a planning application at The Piggeries in Church Lane for the Council to reconsider their response in respect of the future Gypsy and Traveller rights issue on the site.

Response: The Council agreed not to change their stance in this respect.

District and County In the absence of County Councillor, Derek Whittington, the Clerk informed the Council of one issue and that was the considerable dip that appeared on the main Barnham Road close to the speed camera to say that Mr Whittington was in touch with the Area Highway Office to get the matter investigated and resolved. www.eastergate.arun.gov.uk

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Tangmere PC Edited extracts taken from draft minutes of the Tangmere Village Centre Committee meeting held on 4th June 2019.

Cafe booking A councillor asked for an update on minute 301-18 enquiring specifically, why, when the Committee had indicated it was receptive to taking the booking of the Stay & Play café, the café had been unable to secure that booking and had gone elsewhere. The Clerk reported her understanding that there had been confusion about the rate to be charged and that a lower rate had been initially quoted in error.

Election Update There were no nominations for the role of ViceChairman and the Committee decided that a the position was actually unnecessary.

Finance Members received and approved the bank reconciliations for the Village Centre bank accounts noting that the bank balances recorded on the 31 May were: a) VC Business Reserve Account - £20,529.57 b) VC Current Account - £740.96 Members considered expenditure and income on a monthly basis to 31 May 2019 and information relating to outstanding debtors. It was noted that both expenditure and income were within budget and

Barnham Primary Mini beasts invade school!

Our Reception class have been working really hard this term learning all about the diverse world of mini beasts.

To celebrate our achievements we welcomed Ranger Phil from Jaws n Claws into our classroom.

Anticipation rose when crates where opened and a wonderful array of fabulous creatures emerged. Eyes widened as Brian the Giant African Land snail slowly but surely made his entrance and slid across eagerly held out little palms.

Buster the tree frog, allowed pupils to stroke him and he squeaked happily. Milli the Millipede had the children in hysterics as they tried to count her legs!

Ranger Phil told the children lots

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there was a satisfactory excess of income over expenditure. It was noted that there were few outstanding invoices.

Village Projects Members received brief (c) tangmere-museum.org.uk updates on the following ongoing projects:  Resurfacing of the Village Centre car park project has been deferred until after the master planning process.  The Youth Hall works redecoration and refurbishment is largely complete.  The Village Centre entrance project is now complete.  An adjustable arm has been fitted in the Village Centre accessible toilet.  Stage sound, lighting and projection project is now complete.  There was also discussion concerning the Village Cafe.

New prospects Potential projects for New Homes Bonus 2019 were identified to be discussed at Finance Committee. The possibility of being permitted to maintain the “Saints land” immediately adjacent to the Village Centre car park was also discussed.

Date of next meeting 30th July www.tangmere-online.co.uk of interesting and educational facts about the animals, including an insight into their life cycles, their habitats and their food preferences.

Adopting these Milli the millipede interactive workshops for our pupils further enhances their learning experience. Understanding how important these mini beasts are in nature Brian the giant snail encourages children to be more environmentally aware and respectful when out and about.

Furthermore, regularworkshops like this allow the children to develop useful skills that encourage them become successful learners, more confident individuals and responsible citizens.

For more information on our school, please visit www.barnhamprimaryschool.co.uk If you would like more information on Ranger Phil and the mini beasts, visit www. jawsnclaws.co.uk

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Local Walks - August 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.

Timings are for guidelines only. If the weather is poor the walk may be cancelled, if unsure check, contact 01243 534589 health@chichester.gov.uk www.chichesterwellbeing.org.uk L = Walk Leader Thu 1

10:30 am West Marden L: Jane A pleasant walk with some hills and stiles through woodland

2 hrs 30 mins

5 miles

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10.30 am Lordâ€&#x;s Piece Pootle Meet: Lordâ€&#x;s Piece, Sutton, RH20 1PZ

1 hr 30 mins

1.3 miles

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10:30 am Chichester Canal L: Helen A flat walk at a gentle pace, suitable for beginners.

Meet at Chichester Canal, Basin Road, PO19 8DT

30 mins

1 mile

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10:30 am Coastal Emsworth Meet in Emsworth square, PO10 7AW

1 hr 30 mins

3 miles

Tue 6

2:00 pm Emsworth Harbour L: Helen Meet in The New Life Christian Church car park

1 hr

3 miles

Wed 7

10:30 am Chidham Peninsula L: Alison The best panoramic views of the harbour.

Meet at Cobnor Farm Amenity car park, PO18 8TD

2 hr 30 mins

5 miles

Thu 8

10:30 am Wey Arun Canal West L: Richard Meet in canal visitor centre car park in Loxwood

2 hrs 15 mins

4.7 miles

Fri 9

10.30 am Washington & Sullington Meet at Frankland Arms pub RH20 4AL

2 hrs 30 mins

5 miles

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10:30 am Binsted Woods L: Dominic Meet in Walberton Village Hall car park, BN18 0PQ

2 hrs 30 mins

4.2 miles

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10:30 am Wisborough Green L: Richard Meet on the North side of the green near cricket pavilion

2 hrs

4 miles

Wed 14

10:30 am Finchdean & Chalton Down Meet in Finchdean at The George, PO8 0AU

L: Bruce

2 hrs 30 mins

5.3 miles

Fri 16

10:30 am Plaistow Meet on South side of village green

L: Richard

2 hrs

4.2 miles

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10:30 am Langstone & Hayling Billy L: Anne Meet at the Ship Inn Langstone Road, PO9 1RD

1 hr 30 mins

3 miles

Wed 21

10:30 am Houghton Forest & Bignor Hill Meet in Whiteways Car Park, BN18 9FD

L: Alison

2 hrs 30 mins

6 miles

Thu 22

10.30 am Yapton Canal Meet in main car park in the centre of Yapton

L: Peter

2 hrs

4 miles

Fri 23

10.30 am Lodsworth Meet in Lodsworth, GU28 9BZ

L: Bruce

2 hrs 10 mins

4.5 miles

Tue 27

10.30 am Woolbeding Landscapes Meet at Older Hill car park

L: Fiona

2 hrs 30 mins

4.5 miles

Wed 28th

10:30 am Whiteways L: Dominic Meet in Whiteways car park on A29, BN18 9FD

2 hrs 45 mins

5 miles

Fri 30

10:30 am Angmering Park & Hammerpot L: Peter Meet in car park in the woods at the Dover BN18 9PX

2 hrs

4 miles

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L: Jane

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Sussex Snippets Bee Lines campaign off to a flying start Nearly £5,000 has been raised in just three weeks as part of a new campaign to help reverse the decline of bees in the South East. Dozens of donations have been received by the South Downs National Park Trust since it launched Bee Lines last month. The campaign will work with farmers and other landowners to create new wildflower corridors, essentially a “road system” for insects – that will link habitats and encourage pollination.

Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner Local charity Reformed East Sussex (RES) was awarded £15,000 from the Sussex Police Community Safety Fund. This money will help them continue to support the rehabilitation of offenders and substance misusers across Sussex.

Pride City Angels initiative to keep Brighton clean City Angels have launched an initiative supporting the extensive effort to keep Brighton streets safe and clean before, during and after Pride. Local businesses and organisations will be asked to commit to keeping their environment clean and tidy, encourage staff to dispose of litter responsibly and to be fully supportive of LGBTQ initiatives and events that take place in Brighton & Hove.

Space Chase: the Summer Reading Challenge The Summer Reading Challenge is already well underway in local libraries since Saturday 13th July.

It‟s free for families to take part and is a great way to encourage children to read for enjoyment during the long summer holiday. Children can collect fun rewards as they read but, best of all, children are free to choose which library books they would like to read.

Local Plan for South Downs National Park is adopted The Plan covers the entire National Park for the next 14 years and includes a number of measures to mitigate against climate change. The Plan also protects vital services such as clean water and food, promotes the planting of new trees and hedges, and has high goals for affordable housing.

Men‟s Health: National cycle to work day 8th August On 8th August, National Cycle to Work Day, the UK‟s biggest cycle commuting event, is encouraging thousands of riders to swap their cars and public transport and to hit the streets to celebrate everyday cycling. Cycling is a fun and effective form of exercise.

Studies conclude that „Men who get the most exercise have a lower incidence of prostate cancer when compared with men who get little or no exercise.‟ Worthing Theatres' move to an independent trust is set to get the green light.

Worthing Borough Council‟s in-house theatre team is to be backed to take over the running of the enterprise, after a report recommended it was best placed to deliver a dynamic future. Now, subject to a final contract price, leaders of the Council have been recommended to confirm that the team will take over.

While the Council retains ownership of the buildings, the in-house team, established as an independent charitable trust, will be responsible for day-to-day operations, budget, staff and event programming.

Sussex Rail Partnership receives accreditation The Sussex Rail Community Partnership {SRCP), the local community interest company which promotes greater use of train travel and other public transport, has just been awarded accreditation status by the Department for Transport (DfT). Accreditation is formal recognition by the DfT that a community rail partnership operates to a high standard and that its objectives and activities are supported by the government.

Colourful storybook explores the Heathlands Since the beginning of last year, 17 heritage volunteers have been working across Hampshire and West Sussex to uncover the hidden treasures and historic tales of the heaths. The final result is a colourful book of stories, entitled “The Fish, The Goatsucker and The Highwayman”. All written by the volunteers and drawing upon their interviews with local people and archive research, the tales are a mixture of fact and imaginative fiction. The stories will now form the basis of a schools engagement programme across Hampshire and West Sussex, starting in September.

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Grants for small businesses

Joseph from the Aldingbourne Trust is a rising star

Small enterprises across the district will be able to boost their business thanks to another grants scheme, which has been launched by Chichester District Council.

Following the success of the district‟s previous Enabling Karen Griffin Grants Scheme last year, Stickers4Walls more than £140,000 will now be available for small businesses in the Chichester District. This has been made possible through a partnership between district and borough councils in West Sussex. The Enabling Grants Scheme, which will run for up to two years, offers a simple way for small businesses to access match funding of up to £2,500 for website and capital projects. One of the businesses that has previously benefited from the Enabling Grants scheme includes Stickers4Walls. With grant funding, they were able to purchase a new piece of machinery that has directly and significantly increased their turnover Grants of £1,000 are also available to help businesses employ an apprentice or up-skill existing staff. Small businesses in the district can now apply. Full details can be found on the website: www.chichester.gov.uk/enablinggrantscheme.

The Aldingbourne Trust set up a Transition Service in 2018, working in partnership with Chichester College, to enable young people with learning disabilities and/or autism to learn locally and to live away from home. One of the Trust‟s transiJoseph Harrington tion students, Joseph Harrington, has a talent with voices and is very interested in finding a position as a weather presenter on the radio. Radio Respect is a voluntary online radio station dedicated to mental health and wellbeing. It is run solely by volunteers, and all of their volunteers and presenters suffer with some kind of mental health issue. Joseph explained to Radio Reset his interests in weather reporting and was very happy to hear that the owner of the radio station was on the look out for a good weather presenter, who gave Joseph an audition. Joseph did so well, everybody commented on how professional he sounded and how talented he is.

He is taking the role very seriously and makes sure he is staying up to date with all the latest weather reports and current affairs. He loves his new role and has been told that when he‟s ready, he may well be given his own live show on the radio station.

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Canine Partners graduation

Canine Partners, the charity pairing specially trained assistance dogs with individuals with physical disabilities, recently hosted their latest graduation ceremony.

Foresters Friendly Society has sponsored one of Canine Partners assistance dogs throughout his training, he is aptly named „Forester‟. The ceremony celebrated the completion of Forester‟s training which acknowledged the partnership between him and his partner, Jonathan. Canine Partners was proud to be Foresters Friendly Society‟s chosen charity for 2016/17 and was chosen by former National President Glyn Carpenter and his wife Christine. During this period a total of £70,000 was raised.

Celebrating Forester‟s graduation at Canine Partners

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The cost of being absent minded

By Heather Smith, Personal Trainer Of course, infrequent over-indulgences make absolutely no difference at all to our weight loss quest.

But, having a biscuit with our morning cuppa every day, pouring a second glass of wine every Friday and Saturday, and ordering pudding every time we eat out, adds up annoyingly quickly.

When we give in to that unplanned extra intake, we are choosing the very short term reward of the taste, in preference to the longer term rewards of reaching our goals. Infrequently, this doesn‟t matter at all, but if short term pleasure is slowing or stopping your progress, we need to make some changes.

The importance of remaining focused is easy to understand but difficult to put into place. We need to find a way to keep our goals, and our route to them, at the front of our minds at all time. If only there was a pill!

Focus benefits from a plan. Make decisions in advance – write down what you‟re going to eat tomorrow before you go to bed tonight. Plan what you‟re going to do to get around the social do at the weekend; perhaps you need to check the menu online and choose what to eat before you arrive and get caught

up in conversation. Or perhaps you could decide to be the driver so you‟re not tempted to drink too much.

I don‟t believe the route to successful weight loss is to never have anything off-plan, but I do believe it is key to make sure any choice you make is conscious and deliberate, rather than accidental.

A conscious decision made in a calm state away from the heat of the moment makes the difference between feeling like you‟re still on course despite enjoying a pudding and feeling like you‟ve „failed again‟ because you had a pudding.

It takes practice to remember to remember this though, so if you do find yourself feeling like you‟ve failed, don‟t beat yourself up but instead try to learn from the experience. What could you do next time which might work better?

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

Fruit Kebabs with Marshmallows & Chocolate Sauce Barbecue sweet treats!

Serves: 4 | Prep: 10 mins | Cook time: 5 mins

Ingredients serves 4       

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2 bananas Juice 1 lemon 2 nectarines 1 green skinned apple 1 sliced fresh pineapple 12-16 marshmallows 225g good quality plain chocolate, broken into pieces 25g unsalted butter, diced 2 tbsp rum or orange juice 4-5tbsp double cream

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Method 1. Slice the bananas thickly and place in a bowl with the lemon juice. Slice the nectarine and apple thickly and toss in the lemon. Cut the pineapple into triangular chunks leaving the skin on.

2. Arrange the fruit alternately with the marshmallows on kebab stick, brush with any remaining lemon, cover and chill.

3. Melt the chocolate and butter, then stir in the rum and cream until smooth. Keep warm if serving soon or transfer to a pan that can go on the barbecue.

4. Cook the kebabs for about 3-4 minutes each side, turning carefully and return to the heat. Pour warm sauce over the kebabs at the last minute.

24 Property

Need more room? Convert your garage

By Chris Ennis FRICS For growing families, one of the principal reasons to move house is to gain additional accommodation.

Market conditions have not been easy for the last year or two and an alternative solution is to convert an attached or integral garage. Planning permission is not usually required, providing the work is internal and the building is not being enlarged, but it will be necessary to comply with the building regulations.

The floors in an attached garage will typically be some 100-150 mm lower than the internal floor level in the main property. Thus, a further concrete floor screed laid over a damp-proof membrane and incorporating insulation may be required.

The removal of the garage door necessitates that a wall is constructed on foundations the depth of which depends on the type of subsoil and proximity of any nearby trees. The new wall will require thermal insulation and the inclusion of a horizontal damp proof course. Existing enclosing walls are likely to require substantial upgrading, both for insulation, and to minimise any penetrating dampness.

Any new window or door will have to meet FENSA standards, and glazing may have to be toughened.

Ventilation is normally provided by an opening window, with a minimum area of one-twentieth of the size of the room.

The roofs may require upgrading to ensure weathertightness and structural integrity. Flat roofs should be insulated with at least 10 inches of fibreglass quilting (or its equivalent). Some forms of insulation can be laid above the roof decking – these known as „warm‟ roofs. Many garage roofs are weathered in asbestos cement sheets: these should be removed by a specialist contractor for proper disposal.

Some conversions may include sanitary appliances and where these are connected to the foul drains the connection must be made strictly in accordance with building regulations.

Electrical installations will probably require extension with the addition of more power outlets. All electrical work should be undertaken by a „competent person‟ under Part P of the building regulations.

Chris Ennis FRICS is a Chartered Surveyor. Call Chris on 01903 261 217 or you can send an email to surveyor1@talktalk.net or see www.propdoctor.co.uk

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Victim Support Supporting Victims of Crime - Locally, Nationally, Independently.

By Lynn Smith Victims of and witnesses to criminal activity suffer not only through the perpetration of that crime but also in its aftermath, they may be traumatised or in fear of what might happen if they speak up about what they have seen.

Independent charity, Victim Support provides free and confidential services to victims of crime and traumatic events in England and Wales - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Speaking up for victims‟ rights, ensuring their needs are met in the criminal justice system, Victim Support, locally based in Shoreham, offers specialist help equipping people

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to cope and recover so that they feel they can get on with their lives. Helping people to find the strength and to feel safe in moving beyond crime - not only, those who experience crime directly, but also their friends, family and any other people involved.

Dedicated to helping victims – regardless of who they are, how long ago the crime was committed and whether or not the crime has been reported - Victim Support‟s vision is for a world where victims and witnesses are given the support they need and the respect they deserve. Although the charity works independently of the government, the police, local authorities and the criminal justice system, nonetheless it also works closely with these bodies, and others, in order to achieve its goals.

The victim is at the heart of the organisation, shaping the way the services are run and informing the charity‟s work, support and voice. Focussing only on the victim has allowed the charity to evolve unrivalled expertise over the years, developing unique insights into victims‟ needs and aspirations, and a vision of their journey through the criminal justice system.

Last year Victim Support was in contact with more than one million victims of crime offering information, advice and support. More than 700,000 people visited the website and dedicated local teams provided specialist emotional and practical support to 133,965 victims. The charity says that one in five people were affected by crime last year, which equates to ten million people, and that crime isn‟t exclusive to one stratum of society. People from all backgrounds, locations and ages are affected for instance, in the past year more than one in ten children has been a victim of crime.

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So, what constitutes a crime? The Victim Support website defines a crime as being, “a deliberate act that causes physical or psychological harm, damage to or loss of property, and is against the law.” And, worryingly, goes on to say that, “ … nearly everyone will experience a crime at some point in their lives.”

There are lots of different types of crime and people will react to crime differently, the website also gives information on some specific types of crime. Included are, Domestic Abuse, with information on recognising the signs, legal help, common questions and how to get support, and Young Victims of Crime, with advice for the victims, their parents, carers and professionals. There is also a useful section on staying safe.

Victim Support also provides help on how to report a crime. Starting with the basic premise that as a victim of crime, you have to decide whether or not to report that crime to the police. To some of us this might seem an unlikely scenario – why would you not report a crime? However, other people may be unsure whether this is the right course of action for them – they may feel unsure or worry about what could happen if they do tell the police. They might think the police will not care, or have had a bad experience with the police in the past, or they might think that telling the police will only make matters worse.

To this end, Victim Support provides positive reasons for reporting a crime, reminding victims that the police deal with a range of crimes on a daily basis and that they have a duty to treat everybody fairly and equally, and put an individual‟s safety first. There is the indisputable fact that reporting a crime means that there is a greater chance that the offender will be caught and brought to justice for their actions.

Also important is the fact that the police keep records of reported crimes and this information feeds into government statistics and reports, which can change how crime is dealt with by the police and other parts of the criminal justice system.

An important point is that once a crime is reported to the police then the individual reporting the crime will automatically be put into contact with Victim Support, who will give help and support. However, the key fact is that this help and support is available to victims,

whether or not they decide to report the crime. Support is in the shape of information and advice, but also immediate emotional and practical help, longer term emotional and practical help, advocacy, peer support, restorative justice, personal safety services and help in navigating the criminal justice system The charity has teams of highly trained staff and volunteers providing a wide range of specialist services, helping those affected by all types of crime from burglary, fraud and theft to child sexual exploitation and terrorism.

Victim Support also runs the National Homicide service providing a dedicated, comprehensive wraparound service and vital independent voice for those bereaved by murder and manslaughter in England and Wales. It also champions victims‟ rights and issues locally and nationally, working closely with policy -makers, commissioners, agencies in the criminal justice system, local government and other providers, partners and organisations.

Victim Support states that, “The impact of crime can be life-changing so we are proud to provide long-term support to victims of crime and traumatic events for as long as we are needed, so together we can move beyond crime.”

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through the door The Charity also provides information on how to report a crime most of us would probably think to dial 999 and ask for the Police, however, this is only practical in the case of a real emergency, ie: the crime is still taking place. In non-emergency situations then the number to dial is 101, this doesnâ€&#x;t make the crime less important it just helps the police to allocate resources more effectively. Or, if they prefer, people can go to their local police station to report the crime. There are also a number of other ways to report crimes, for instance Crimestoppers, which allows callers to remain anonymous, or if victims of hate crime can report the incident online. Victim Supportâ€&#x;s service is confidential and they will not pass on information to the police without an individualâ€&#x;s consent, except in circumstances where they believe someone is at serious risk of harm and needs urgent help.

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As an independent body, in order to answer more calls and give support to more people, Victim Support requires support itself and there are lots of ways that people can become involved in its work - from donating and fundraising initiatives to volunteering. There are also opportunities for businesses to become a Corporate Partner.

Victim Support Free Support Line: 0808 1689111: Crimestoppers - 0800 555 111 www.victimsupport.org.uk

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In Your Garden Monthly gardening ideas and tasks

by Andrew Staib, Principal Designer of Glorious Gardens St Mary’s House, Bramber Secret Nugget One of West Sussex’s greatest kept secrets, the timber framed house of St Mary’s house in Bramber, transports one to another ancient world.

Surrounded by multiple different garden spaces, the house has been residing over this part of Sussex for over 600 years.

I am being shown round the house and gardens by Roger Linton. Roger has had a family connection with the house since the 19th Century and together with Paul Thorogood, a distant cousin, they raised enough funds to buy the property 35 years ago in order to preserve and restore it. They followed a long line of people who saved this amazing house, most notably Dorothy Ellis who saved the house from a developer in 1945- it was to be demolished with 1950’s bungalows built in its place.

Some history first...

Shortly after 1066, William the Conqueror granted land in Bramber to Lady Aanor who in turn gave the Knights of the Templar five aces of land close to the river’s edge. At that time, Bramber - now five miles from the coast, was a thriving inland port on a great estuary coming from Shoreham.

Around 1450, the Bishop of Winchester built a monastic inn on the site. Four monks looked after the bridge crossing (originally of wood, it was replaced by stone in 1190 - there are chunks of this bridge inserted into one of the brick garden walls.). Here they gathered bridge tolls and looked after pilgrims coming from Southampton. Mainly from the continent, these pilgrims were on their way to Canterbury Cathedral to worship the shrine of Thomas Becket (he was murdered at the steps of the Cathedral).

They would stay for the night and then set off to Alfriston for another 25 mile hike (staying at the Star Inn) and the next day arriving at Battle and so on to Canterbury. At the time it was a pilgrim route that rivalled Santiago de Compostela in northern Spain. There was a holy well under the house which still exists today and recently 35 modern day pilgrims drank from the waters.

Roger, in his late 80’s, still has a great passion for the house. He has a razor sharp memory, and moves sprightly from room to room. He delights in showing the house’s many secret panels and spaces. He and

Paul sold their own homes to save this house and after almost four decades of love and care they were granted OBEs for their hard work.

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Elizabeth I is meant to have stayed here, as well as Charles II as he escaped from his military defeat at the Battle of Worcester. One hundred and fifty Canadian soldiers were billeted here during the war. The house is too wonderful and full of history to describe more in this article so I will focus on the garden.

Roger got to work on the neglected garden pretty soon after they arrived, creating a more mysterious approach to the house with two large formal ponds made from Horsham stone and great Yew topiary of

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Terradactyls, bulls and birds that greet you as you enter the garden through an entrance bordered by six large Lime trees. Great conifers shield the house from the street giving it a Hansel and Gretel feel.

Near the entrance is a magnificent Genko tree reputed to be the second largest in the UK. A Cherry tree, that has had to grow high to compete with the ash and poplar trees around it, is being recorded soon to see if it is the tallest in England. Also look out for the wonderful twisted trunks of Magnolia grandiflora on the corner of the house to the left. One of my favourite trees is a traditional Medlar fruit tree from 1885 which still produces fruit that is made into jam by one of the 60 volunteers who look after the house and gardens.

Roger has also made a series of Yew hedges planted using the same dimensions and lines of a small chapel. There is a lake surrounded by a great stand of poplars and in this time of Ash dieback, there is a magnificent stand of mature Ash trees with their slender and smooth trunks lit up by the afternoon light.

A Rose pleasure garden was built in 2002 and is in the shape of the Union Jack, a woodland walk winds its way around the back of the garden and one of the six original Victorian greenhouses has been renovated, with rare Pineapple pits (where the Victorians would heat up the soil to grow real Pineapples).

So much to see here with winding paths and a house

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August tasks  Obviously keep up the watering in this sustained hot weather, especially with plants in pots and new plants.  Top up the mulch to retain moisture and keep weeds down  Keep pinching out your tomatoes and sowing new rills of lettuce, radishes and spinach

that an ancient hobbit would have been proud of. I would thoroughly recommend a visit, and the tea shop is a ready pit stop when you need it.

Opening Times Thursdays and Sundays: 2-6pm plus an extra afternoon in August but you will need to ring to find out as at the time of print this hadn’t been fixed. Entry cost £10 adults.

St Mary’s House, Bramber, West Sussex, BN44 3WE 01903 816205

 Now is the time to prune the bigger shrubs that have just finished flowering like Wygelia, Philadelpus, and Sprirea - cut out the old flowering wood back to new growth that next year’s flowers will bloom from  Mow your lawn on a higher setting now to keep moisture in the grass to help mitigate against summer browning in dry spells  Apply a nitrogen feed if Red Thread fungus is taking over your lawn  Have a bit of a rest- things slow down in the garden now, and so can you.

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