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to the annual Billingshurst Village Directory. One of a series of Village Directories in Sussex. This directory is delivered free of charge to every home and business in Billingshurst and the surrounding area.
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It contains details of the local clubs, societies, churches etc. In fact all the information that is useful to residents. Village Directories keep residents informed, shopping locally and using local services. Our aim is to support the community and the directory devotes 50% of its content free of charge to useful local information. This publication is made entirely possible by local trades and services who advertise. Please make every effort to support them and to mention that you saw the advert in The Billingshurst Village Directory. We hope you find the Directory useful and that you keep it to hand for the whole year until the next one arrives.
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Horticultural & Conservation Clubs & Societies BILLINGSHURST HORTICULTURAL SOC.
HORSHAM NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETY
The Society is more than 120 years old and holds monthly meetings with talks on horticultural subjects, they also have occasional coach outings. Hold a flower show on the third Saturday in August. Annual membership £5 per person, Visitors are always welcome.
Welcomes members from villages surrounding Horsham. We hold a variety of events to cover all aspects of natural history.
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St Gabriel’s Church Hall 1st Thursday monthly 8pm (During the winter months, November-May) Beryl Barraclough 01403784599
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For winter lectures between Sept & March Mon 7.30pm Wesley Hall, London Road Horsham Roger Patterson 01403 790637 07976 306492 roger-patterson@btconnect.com www.hnhs.org.uk
WISBOROUGH GREEN BEE KEEPERS
CENTRAL SUSSEX BEEKEEPERS ASSOC.
We are a progressive and friendly group who encourage all those who have an interest in honeybees and hive products, whether they are beekeepers or not. We have a class of membership for those who don’t own bees, but would like to come to meetings and receive our monthly newsletter. CONTACT: Gordon Allan TELEPHONE: 01798 343470
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Are you thinking of keeping bees? Wherever you live in the country, harvesting honey from your own bees is a very rewarding experience - why not learn to become a beekeeper with us? Maybe you are a beekeeper already and want to join a local Association? If so, you’re in the right place. We are affiliated to the British Beekeeping Association (BBKA). We also run training courses. www.centralsussexbka.org.uk Medical
BILLINGSHURST EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE TEAM (BEAT) The Billingshurst area’s volunteer Community First Responders who attend 999 ambulance calls to provide vital treatment to patients while the ambulance is on its way. WEBSITE: TELEPHONE:
www.beatresponders.org.uk 07930 416835
NHS 111 111 is the NHS non-emergency number. It’s fast, easy and free from landlines and mobile phones. Call 111 and speak to a highly trained adviser, supported by healthcare professionals. They will ask you a series of questions to assess your symptoms and immediately direct you to the best medical care for you.
BILLINGSHURST SURGERY Roman Way Billingshurst W. Sussex RH14 9QZ TelEPHONE: 01403 782931 WEBSITE: www.billingshurstsurgery.co.uk SURGERY: Please contact the Surgery or visit our website for appointments, clinic times and the services that we offer. The Mary How Trust for Cancer Prevention (Health Screening Charity) Pulborough Primary Care Centre, Spiro Close, Pulborough, RH20 1FG TELEPHONE: Email: WEBSITE:
01798 877640 contact@maryhowtrust.org www.maryhowtrust.org
SOCIAL SERVICES Adult Services (Carepoint) TELEPHONE: 01243 642555 Children’s Services TELEPHONE: 01243 642555
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Under 5s DAUXWOOD PRE-SCHOOL
RAINBOW TODDLERS
We are a charity run preschool that was rated outstanding in all areas following our Ofsted inspection in 2016. The aim of the group is to enable the children to learn through play in a relaxed, friendly, encouraging, safe and caring environment. A team of qualified staff care for a maximum of twenty-four children per session. Children can start at Dauxwood from 2 and a half years old.
Be part of a friendly group run by Billingshurst Family Church. We organise coffee mornings, outings and summer and Christmas parties. Fun for all, with toys, books, baby area, craft tables and singing circle.
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Natts Lane, Lower Station Road Mon, Wed, Fri 9.00 - 3.00pm Tues, Thurs 9.00 - 4.00pm 01403 785212 manager@dauxwood.co.uk www.dauxwood.co.uk
ST GABRIEL’S PLAYGROUP for children 2-5 years OFSTED rating Good. Activities are planned for the individual child to build on their next steps. Resources are available both inside and outside in the large garden area. Our professionally trained staff guide children in their learning and development and believe in letting them create their own curriculum based on their interests and environment. MEET: St Gabriel’s Church Hall PLAYGROUP SESSIONS: Mon - Fri 8.45am - 4.15pm EMAIL: stgabrielsplaygroup@gmail.com TELEPHONE: 07512650699 WEBSITE: www.stgabrielsplaygroup.co.uk PD MOTORS 08:PD MOTORS
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(term time only) Billingshurst Community Centre Every Monday 10.00 - 11.30am 01403 786706 (answerphone)
MONTESSORI NURSERY SCHOOL MEET: CONTACT: TELEPHONE:
Coolham Village Hall Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8.30am - 3pm Friday 8.30am - 12.30pm Sue Tully 01403 741101 (School hours only)
WAKOOS CENTRE4CHILDREN Day Nursery & Pre-School (3 months to 5 years) We have sites at Billingshurst and Petworth and we offer a Breakfast Club, After School Club. We run Holiday Clubs in the summer for 5 years up to 11 year olds MEET: CONTACT: EMAIL: WEBSITE:
Station Road, Billingshurst, 01403 786800 office@wakoos.co.uk www.wakoos.co.uk
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Unit E4, Gillmans Industrial Estate Natts Lane, Billingshurst, West Sussex RH14 9EZ. Tel: 01403 786211 Email: info@pdmotors.co.uk www.pdmotors.co.uk
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Music, Drama & Dance BILLINGSHURST CHORAL SOCIETY The Choral Society has been performing a wide range of choral works in Billingshurst and the wider region for over 30 years now, and has gained a reputation for inspired and accurate performances. We have approximately 90 members, but new members are always very welcome – we enjoy our singing, so do come and join us! CONTACT: David Eckford TELEPHONE: 07799 687790 WEBSITE: www.billingshurstchoralsociety.org
BILLINGSHURST DRAMATIC SOCIETY We produce two shows a year and an evening of entertainment for the patrons. We also run informal play readings throughout the year. New members are most welcome (both backstage and onstage), or if you want to support us you can become a patron. WEBSITE: www.billingshurstdramaticsociety.com TWITTER: @BilliDramaSoc FACEBOOK: /BillingshurstDramaticSociety EMAIL: billingshurstdramaticsociety@gmail.com
HORSHAM AMATEUR OPERATIC & DRAMATIC SOCIETY (HAODS)
An all ages band meeting weekly. Brass and percussion players and other instrumentalists are always in demand. Appears regularly at venues in the south of England.
We present two major productions a year at the Capitol Theatre. We also do other things like plays and festivals. For more information on this and other activities see www.haods.co.uk or
SLINFOLD CONCERT BAND
WEBSITE: www.slinfoldconcertband.org
WEBSTITE: www.haods.co.uk Adult Education THE COLLEGE OF RICHARD COLLYER Hurst Road,Horsham, West Sussex RH12 2EJ TELEPHONE: EMAIL: WEBSITE: PRINCIPAL:
01403 210822 admin@collyers.ac.uk www.collyers.ac.uk S A Bromley BA Hons, MEd
A sixth form based in Horsham with approx 1,700 full-time 16-19 and 500 adult education evening students. Most students study A Levels with an average A2 pass rate of 99.7%. The college also offers day time BTEC vocational provision and evening classes in a range of A levels, GCSE’s and professional qualifications. Collyer’s is graded Outstanding by Ofsted. W.E.A. BILLINGSHURST A National Association offering educational courses for adults arranged mainly through the W.E.A. voluntary branches in each area. TELEPHONE: 01798 815601
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ASPIRE SUSSEX LIMITED Aspire Sussex provides courses across West Sussex in our main centres including Crawley, Horsham, Littlehampton, Chichester, Burgess Hill and Bognor Regis and throughout the county for Adults over 19. Further details can be found online. OPEN: TELEPHONE: E-MAIL: WEBSITE:
Mon - Thurs, 9am - 5pm Friday, 9am - 4pm 0345 601 0161 enquiries@aspiresussex.org.uk www.aspiresussex.org.uk
ARUN VALLEY U3A Keep your mind active in retirement. Informal daytime study groups for the retired and semi-retired held in members’ homes or local halls. Many interest groups covering a large range of subjects and activities WEBSITE:
https://u3asites.org.uk/arun-valley
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Art & History TWO COUNTIES ART & CRAfT SOCIETY (formerly Billingshurst Art Society) Furthers appreciation and interest in art and craft. Demonstrations throughout the year. Two exhibitions a year, May and November at Wallis Wood Village Hall. Leisure painting with a friendly and helpful atmosphere. Wallis Wood Village Hall 7.30pm 1st Monday (September - June) CONTACT: Mrs J Mitchell TELEPHONE: 01306 627322 MEET:
SHIPLEY HISTORY SOCIETY A friendly, informal society for anyone interested in local history, we organise talks during the autumn and winter months and walks and visits in the spring and summer. Non-members are always welcome. Approx 4 - 5 times a year, usually 3rd Thursday at 7.30pm in the Andrew Hall, Shipley. CONTACT: Jean Wright, Membership Sec. TELEPHONE: 01403 741986 EMAIL: shipley.history.secretary@gmail.com WEBSITE: shipleyparishcouncil.org.uk MEET:
BILLINGSHURST LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY A society for those interested in local history. We meet monthly during the winter with speakers on varied subjects. During the Summer we organise outings to places of interest. Non-members are welcome. MEET: 2nd Thursday monthly (October - April) 7.30pm Community Centre Membership £20 annual. Visitors £5 p/visit. CONTACT: Duncan Reynolds TELEPHONE: 01403782059 THE SOUTH DOWNS ARTS SOCIETY Your Rural NADFAS Invitation for a year long programme of 10 inspiring LECTURES, enjoyable VISITS, MEMBERS MAGAZINE, SPECIAL STUDY DAYS and more. “Enriching lives through all the Arts”. We warmly welcome Visitors, Students and New Members. Membership available, to book a taster session please contact Hilary. WHEN: WHERE: CONTACT:
On the first Wednesday morning each month Fittleworth Village Hall. Hilary 01403 785302
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01403 786100 or www.desbone.co.uk
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Sport & Leisure BILLINGSHURST ANGLING SOCIETY
ROTHER VALLEY CROQUET CLUB
We fish the River Arun and lease just over six miles between Bignor Woods in the north down through Rowner Mill, Lordings Mill as far as Lee Place in the south and Musley Farm Lake, Brinsbry. We also have five lakes, three at Alfold, one at Shillinglee, near Plaistow, and Jubilee Field Lake near the pavilion. Membership is open to all, with concessionary rates for students and pensioners. New members are always welcome.
We have two full size and 1 half size lawn at Duncton Recreation Ground and provide all equipment. Beginners and more experienced players welcome. Coaching given. We hold tournaments and matches with other clubs.
CONTACT: TELEPHONE: EMAIL:
Mr P. Stockwood 01403 372750 p.stockwood@sky.com
RIDING FOR THE DISABLED ASSOCIATION A charitable organisation to provide riding and carriage driving for adults and children with physical or learning disabilities. Volunteer helpers and fund raisers always needed. CONTACT: TELEPHONE: EMAIL: WEBSITE:
Mrs. Janice Massey 01403 700260 Janice.m@btinternet.com www.rda.org.uk
BILLINGSHURST CRICKET CLUB The Club has three adult teams who play in the Sussex Cricket League on Saturdays and there are also colts teams with age groups from U9 to U16 who play in the Identilan League.
MEET: Duncton Club House Next to Duncton Village Hall Most days Afternoon and/or evenings April - September CONTACT: Chris Coote TELEPHONE: 01243 773276 WEBSITE: www.rothervalleycroquet.co.uk HORSHAM DISTRICT SPORTS DEVELOPMENT A sports and recreation development team operating a community outreach service and after school clubs. Also on offer are youth activities, outreach programme, coach education, school/club links and a residential homes service. CONTACT: 01403 215640 WEBSITE: www.hdsd.org.uk BILLINGSHURST FOOTBALL CLUB (Senior)
Plays in the Southern Combination League and the West Sussex Football League. They have 3 Saturday teams. The 1st eleven play MEET: Jubilee Field for practice and matches in Southern Combination Football League Colts Practice: Tues eve during the season. Division 1, Reserves compete in West Sussex Adults Practice: Wed and Fri evenings during the Div 2 and the 3rd in West Sussex Div 4. New season. members including juniors welcome. Training CONTACT: Guy Hollander on Tuesday. Matches played at the Football TELEPHONE: 01403 785274 Club Jubilee Fields. CONTACT: Kevin Tilley SPORTS & RECREATION ASSOCIATION TELEPHONE: 01403 783614 SPORTS PAVILION EMAIL: kevtilley@btinternet.com Jubilee Field, Billingshurst TELEPHONE: 01403 783614
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Sport & Leisure BILLINGSHURST LAWN TENNIS CLUB
SHIPLEY SHORT MAT BOWLS
The Club enter teams in the Sussex League. New members are welcome. Junior and Senior Coaching available. Social events throughout the year.
A small friendly group - no dress code. No club entry charge, pay as you play. All equipment provided, refreshments available. New members and visitors always welcome.
Tennis Courts (floodlit) at Lower Station Road TELEPHONE: 07949 805474 WEBSITE: www.billingshursttennisclub.com MEET:
WISBOROUGH GREEN STOOLBALL CLUB Plays in the West Division League in the Summer months. New members always welcome especially juniors. The Green, Wisborough Green Monday & Wednesday evenings (May - September) TELEPHONE: 01403 783452 MEET:
BILLINGSHURST BOWLING CLUB This is a club with a ‘friendly spirit’ open to ladies and gentlemen who play all through the summer. The Bowling Green is situated beyond Station Road Gardens next to the Weald School. Anyone interested just come along and try. CONTACT: Mrs B Barraclough TELEPHONE: 01403784599 WEBSITE: www.billingshurstbowlingclub.co.uk
Andrew Hall, Shipley Tuesday from 7pm - 9pm CONTACT: Gillian Hood TELEPHONE: 01403 741531 MEET:
BILLINGSHURST YOUTH fOOTBALL CLUB Our Club has Teams in both the Horsham Youth League and the South Surrey Youth League. We now also have teams in the Sussex County Women’s, the Girls Football League, Mid Sussex Youth Football League and Arundel and Chichester Youth Football League. EMAIL: TWITTER: FACEBOOK: TELEPHONE:
billingshurstyouthfc@gmail.com @Billingshurstyf Billingshurst Youth FC 07546 210221 (Club Chairman)
CARRIAGE DRIvING fOR THE DISABLED This is a group for people who are unable to ride but would like to learn Carriage Driving. This group also needs helpers. (No equestrian experience necessary) CONTACT: TELEPHONE: EMAIL: WEBSITE:
Carol Porter 01403 741355 carolporte@aol.com www.happylandings-rda.co.uk
PLUMBING HEATING AND DRAINAGE. Plumbing Burst pipes, leaks, showers, taps, immersions, cylinders, ball valves, radiators, tanks. Heating Boiler services and repairs, installations central heating/hot water faults, boiler faults, power flushes, cold radiators, central heating pumps Drainage Blocked drains, basins and toilets, high pressure jetting, root removal, CCTV surveys and repairs
tel: 0800 710 1011 mob: 07869 21 4000 web: www.evo-homeservices.co.uk Email: info@villagedirectories.com Web: www.villagedirectories.com
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Block Paving • Tarmacking • Drainage • Foundations • Basements • Swimming Pools • Site Clearance • Demolition • Soft Strip Out • Dropped Kerbs • Patios • Landscaping • Fencing • Road Ways • Concreting • Bulk Excavations.
Office: 01273 660932 Direct Line: 07730 386998 www.ahyattcontractors.co.uk
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Muck Away • Hire Services• Haulage
• 8 Wheel Grab Hire from £150 per load • 8 Wheel Tipper Hire • Muck Away & All Aggregates Supplied • Day Work & Haulage Available • Operated Plant Hire • Roll On/Off Services • General Haulage
Office: 01273 660932 Direct Line: 07730 386998 www.ahyattcontractors.co.uk
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Community BILLINGSHURST COMMUNITY TRANSPORT SCHEME
BILLINGSHURST COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP
Serving the parishes of Billingshurst, Kirdford, Loxwood, Plaistow, Ifold & Shipley, this scheme is for anyone unable to use public transport due to either disability or frailty. Volunteer drivers urgently needed. For information & bookings please phone
We are a voluntary organisation and our membership cover many of the local Billingshurst organisations and we are very active with a number of key projects within the community. BCP are always welcoming to anyone who would wish to attend our meetings and seek volunteers for our many projects.
TELEPHONE: 01403 787696 (Mon - Friday 9.30 - 11.00am) Answerphone available out of these hours, please leave a message. HORSHAM DISTRICT COUNCIL COMMUNITY LINK TEAM The Community Link team help over 1700 people of all ages in the Horsham district to feel safe and maintain independence in their own home for longer. There is a full range of technologies that they use, and can recommend after an assessment of how you live your life. Give yourself peace of mind with Community Link, a personal alarm system that can be provided for anyone in their own home or for when out and about on a rental basis. Community Link provides a rapid response solution to any problem day or night. Available for anyone of any age and for any reason on a rental basis – people who feel vulnerable, living alone, disabled or in isolated areas. The cost for our most popular equipment is £3.65 a week for 24 hour, 365 days a year response to all your calls. It will give you peace of mind, a feeling of greater security, reduced feelings of isolation. HDC works in partnership with Sussex Police for members of the community who have been victims of bogus callers and also with the Fire Service installing smoke detectors for the vulnerable. For more information or a no obligation demonstration please call your local provider, Community Link. TELEPHONE: 01403 215230 EMAIL: community.link@horsham.gov.uk
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WEBSITE:
www.billingshurst.community
COMMUNITY MINI-BUS ASSOCIATION BILLINGSHURST BRANCH Please Support Your Local Mini-Bus Runs to Horsham, Worthing, Shoreham and Chichester together with outings to Eastbourne and occasional visits to garden centres. BOOKINGS: Geraldine Pike TELEPHONE: 01403 786147 DIVISIONAL ORGANISER: Steve O’Dowd TELEPHONE: 01403 784428 EMAIL: billingshurst.minibus@btinternet.com
Schools BILLINGSHURST PRIMARY SCHOOL Upper Station Road, Billingshurst, RH14 9RE TELEPHONE 01403 782789 EMAIL: office@billingshurstprimary.org.uk. WEBSITE: www.billingshurstprimary.org.uk HEADTEACHER: Miss Helen Williamson CHAIR OF GOVERNORS: Mrs Bik-Kay Talbot A school for children aged 4 - 11 years within close distance to the Weald Community School. There is a good liaison between both establishments. Children are admitted in the September of the year in which they will reach their fifth Birthday.
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Schools THE WEALD
THE FOREST SCHOOL ‘Where Boys Learn Best’
A West Sussex Community School Station Road, Billingshurst, RH14 9RY
Comptons Lane, Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 5NT
TELEPHONE: 01403 787200 EMAIL: office@theweald.org.uk WEBSITE: www.theweald.org.uk HEADTEACHER: Peter Woodman CHAIR OF GOVERNORS: Russell Harvey A comprehensive school for pupils from 11-18 years. The Community School adjoins Billingshurst Leisure Centre run by DC Leisure on behalf of HDC. The School buildings and fields are available for hire. TELEPHONE: 01403 787200 or Leisure Centre on 01403 787500 for sports facilities
TELEPHONE: WEBSITE: EMAIL:
01403 261086 www.theforestschool.com office@theforestschool.net
HEADTEACHER: Mr Ian Straw CHAIRMAN OF GOVERNORS: Mr C Purvis We are a high-achieving comprehensive school for boys aged 11-16. We provide a stimulating, happy and safe environment in which boys can learn, allowing every boy to develop his full potential and achieve his best whilst at Forest. Visitors are always welcome. Please contact the Headteacher’s PA for a prospectus or to arrange a visit. MILLAIS SCHOOL
SHIPLEY C OF E PRIMARY SCHOOL
Depot Road, Horsham, West Sussex RH13 5HR
School Lane, Shipley, RH13 8PL.
TELEPHONE: HEADTEACHER CHAIR OF GOVERNORS:
TELEPHONE. 01403 741298 EMAIL: office@shipley.w-sussex.sch.uk WEBSITE: www.shipleyceprimary.com HEADTEACHER: Mrs Jen Harvey CHAIR OF GOVERNORS: Mrs Penny Middleton-Burn Age Range: 4 - 11 years co-educational. The four vertically grouped classes with smaller than average class sizes are well supported by experienced staff. We are a friendly, caring and ambitious school promoting high expectations and exemplary standards of behaviour. WILLIAM PENN PRIMARY SCHOOL Brooks Green Road, Coolham, Horsham, West Sussex RH13 8GR TELEPHONE: 01403 741274 EMAIL: office@williampenn.co.uk HEADTEACHER: Mr S Kear CHAIR OF GOVERNORS: Mrs Nicola Waters A village primary school set in its own pleasant grounds. We cater for children from 4-11 years old in four classes.
01403 254932 Dr Alison Lodwick Mrs E Barnes
A 12 form entry, comprehensive school for girls aged from 11 to 16 years (1500 pupils) with a reputation for very high academic standards and a varied and stimulating curriculum including Chinese. TANBRIDGE HOUSE SCHOOL Farthings Hill, Guildford Road, Horsham TELEPHONE: 01403 263628 FAX: 01403 211830 EMAIL: office@ths.uk.net HEADTEACHER: Mr Jules White BA (Hons) Tanbridge House School is a co-educational Secondary School for 11-16 year olds. It is graded as an Outstanding school by Ofsted. Tanbridge House School strives to be “Exceptional Every Day” and staff are committed to ensuring that students have the best opportunities to develop their learning and to develop as people. For more information please see www. tanbridge-house-sch.co.uk
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Charities & Associations FRIENDS OF INGFIELD
ROUNDABOUT TALKING NEWS
Ingfield Manor is a Non - Maintained Special School with day and weekly boarding provision for pupils aged 3-19 with cerebral palsy or similar complex needs. The FRIENDS group raise funds specifically for children who attend the Ingfield Campus by various fund raising activities including an annual summer Fete. If you are interested in becoming a FRIEND please
A thriving Talking Newspaper for the visually impaired and partially sighted. Volunteers and new listeners welcome.
CONTACT: TELEPHONE: MEET: E-MAIL:
Don Newport 01403 250269 Regularly at Ingfield Manor School, Five Oaks, Billingshurst RH14 9AX don.newport@btinternet.com
DAME VERA LYNN CHILDREN’S CHARITY Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity offers an early intervention service for babies and children under five years of age with cerebral palsy and other motor learning difficulties. In the UK around 1,800 babies are diagnosed with cerebral palsy each year.We receive no statutory funding and rely entirely on the community to raise the funds needed each year to ensure that we can continue to provide this vital service to our families. TELEPHONE: 01444 473274 EMAIL info@dvlcc.org.uk WEBSITE www.dvlcc.org.uk ARTHRITIS RESEARCH UK The Billingshurst and District Branch is a busy fund-raising group. General enquiries, patient booklets and literature on all aspects of Arthritis are available. New members are always welcome. Donations gratefully received.
CONTACT: Howard Brake TELEPHONE: 01403 253849 FRIENDS OF ST CATHERINE’S HOSPICE BILLINGSHURST SUPPORT GROUP A group of local volunteers raising funds for St Catherine’s Hospice with a variety of events throughout the year. Charity Shop at Jengers Mead, Billingshurst. Volunteers always needed. CONTACT: TELEPHONE: SHOP OPEN:
Vivienne Baylie 01403 783785 Monday - Saturday 9.30am - 4.00pm
BILLINGSHURST MACMILLAN SUPPORT GROUP This group raises funds to support Macmillan care in the local area. Hold various events - Film Night, Farmers Markets and so much more!!! Volunteers/helpers desperately needed. CONTACT: Terri Ashpool TELEPHONE: 01403 588996 LAVINIA HOUSE SOCIAL CLUB AGE UK We offer a wide range of activities which contribute to older people’s well-being. This includes day trips, stay active groups, French, baking, darts and lots more. Snacks and lunch are available from our garden-view cafe. Free trial available. OPEN: Tues - Fri, 8.30am - 4pm TELEPHONE: 01403 260560
CONTACT: Chris Fuller TELEPHONE: 01403 782828
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Clubs & Societies BILLINGSHURST DOG TRAINING CLUB
BILLINGSHURST WINE & BEER CIRCLE
Billingshurst DTC Kennel Club registered training club. Training includes agility, pet obedience, competition obedience, working trials, flyball.
The Society hold monthly talks and wine tastings. They meet at St Gabriel’s Church Hall, East Street 8.00 p.m. on the 2nd Friday of each month (except August)
CONTACT: TELEPHONE: EMAIL: WEBSITE:
Secretary Pat Reynolds 01403 784002 info@billingshurst-dtc.org www.billingshurst-dtc.org
BILLINGSHURST WEDNESDAY GROUP A mixed group with a common interest in improving their knowledge on a wide variety of subjects. Interesting speakers. Fee £3 per session (refreshments included). Visitors most welcome. MEET: CONTACT: TELEPHONE:
St Mary’s Room, East Street Wednesday 10.00am - 11.30am End September to End March Hazel 01403 780660
CONTACT: Liz Bryder TELEPHONE: 01403 784416 www.billingshurstwineandbeercircle.com SOUTHWATER DABBLERS MODEL BOAT CLUB A club for model boat enthusiasts of all ages. Radio controlled, sail, steam or electric powered boats are sailed on Cripplegate Lake in Southwater Country Park. We offer help with any aspect of model boat building and often attend shows and regattas nationwide. New members are most welcome. MEET: CONTACT: TELEPHONE:
Sailing yachts - Wednesdays Over at the Lake on Fridays David Cross - Chairman 01403 263788 Service Organisations
BILLINGSHURST WEALD PROBUS CLUB A social club for semi retired or retired professional or business men; based in Billingshurst and looking for a few more members to join us. We meet monthly at The Community Centre when we enjoy a talk from a selected speaker. We have organized walks followed by refreshment at a local pub, plus day trips to places of interest, theatre outings, lunches and a summer BBQ. Wives and partners are welcome to join us in our social events. EMAIL: admin@billingshurstwealdprobus.co.uk BILLINGSHURST ROTARY CLUB MEET: CONTACT: TELEPHONE:
Blacksmiths Arms, Adversane 2nd & 4th Monday 6.30pm for 7pm John Jones 01403 783392
BILLINGSHURST & DISTRICT LIONS CLUB An international service organisation, the Billingshurst Club raises funds primarily for local causes but also for national and international appeals. Its main source of income is its secondhand bookshop in Jengers Mead, Billingshurst, open Mon to Sat -from 9am to 4pm. MEET: 3rd Monday Monthly at 8pm Sports Pavilion, Jubilee Field CONTACT: Mike Bobker TELEPHONE: 01403 783809 ROYAL BRITISH LEGION Aim to promote the welfare of ex-servicemen and women and their dependants, whether members of the legion or not. Non-service people are welcome to join. New members always welcome. Membership also open to the Reserve Auxiliary Forces. Billingshurst Branch has a Poppy Day Appeal and organises general fund raising within the village. MEET: Frequently throughout the year. CONTACT: Secretary John Jones TELEPHONE: 01403 783392
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Churches ST MARY’S CHURCH
SHIPLEY PARISH MAGAZINE
General enquiries to: St Mary’s Church Office, East Street, Billingshurst RH14 9PY
EDITOR: Rachel & Greg TELEPHONE: 01403 741469
TELEPHONE: EMAIL: OPEN: WEBSITE:
01403 782332 office@stmarysbillingshurst.org Tues-Friday, 9.30am-11.30am www.stmarysbillingshurst.org
VICAR: Rev’d David Beal SUNDAYS: 9.30am Parish Communion 11.00am Morning Worship (with Holy Communion once a month) 1st Sunday 6.30pm Evening Service 7.00 pm 2nd & last Sundays - check the website for details Details of evening and August Services contact the Church Office Children & Youth Activities: Children (4-10) and Younger Youth (11-14) 2nd Sunday morning - all age worship 3rd Sunday - Communion meet during the 11.00am service. Mums and Babes (0-1) meet on Tuesday afternoons in St. Mary’s Room 1.30-3pm Toddler Church - Thursdays during term time. Meet in the church at 12.15pm, followed by lunch in the St. Mary’s Room. Youth Group - MIX meet on Friday early evenings during term time, 4 - 5.30pm (Years 6 - 11). See the website for details. Caritas Christian Bookshop We stock bibles, bible notes, children’s bibles, books, gifts, prayer cards and greeting cards. If there is something specific you are looking for, we can order it for you. OPEN: EMAIL:
Tues & Sat 10am-12 noon Thursday 11.00am-12 noon caritas@stmarysbillingshurst.org
For details of all other services and activities please consult the website, the notice boards, the Sunday Notice Sheet.
PARISH CHURCH OF ST MARY, SHIPLEY VICAR: ADDRESS TELEPHONE:
The Reverend Pat Sinton The Vicarage, Shipley, West Sussex RH13 8PH 01403 741238
Churchwardens: CONTACT: Gavin Kenny TELEPHONE: 07720288807 CONTACT: Sarah Muttall TELEPHONE: 01403 733878 SUNDAYS: 8.00am Holy Communion 10.00am Holy Communion TRINITY UNITED REFORMED CHURCH (BILLINGSHURST) West Street, Billingshurst SECRETARY: Brenda Homden TELEPHONE: 01403 784719 SUNDAY 10.30am Followed by coffee in the Hall. The Thursday Meeting MEET: 1st Thursday of month CONTACT: Mrs J Wilmer TELEPHONE: 01403 785458 Hall available for Hire CONTACT: Mrs Linda Bullivant TELEPHONE: 01403 785372 ST GABRIEL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 18 East Street, Billingshurst, RH14 9QH PARISH PRIEST: TELEPHONE: WEBSITE: EMAIL: OPEN:
Father Alan Sharpe 01403 782128 stgabrielbillingshurst.org.uk parish@st-gabriel-crispin.org.uk Tuesday 10am - 12 noon Friday 10.30am - 4pm
See website for full details of St Gabriel’s weekly services and St Crispin & St Crispinian’s weekly services.
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Guiding & Scouting THE CHAPEL Laker’s Meadow, Billingshurst. Activities and events around the themes of creativity, compassion and contemplation, including Unitarian worship, weddings and other life ceremonies. See our High Street noticeboard or visit. CONTACT: Stuart Coupe TELEPHONE: 01403 260046 WEBSITE: www.thechapelatbillingshurst.com BILLINGSHURST fAMILY CHURCH
GSL CONTACT fOR SCOUTING GROUPS MEET: CONTACT: EMAIL: WEBSITE: FACEBOOK:
Scout & Guide HQ Lower Station Road. Zoe Jenkins gsl@1stbillingshurst.org.uk www.1stbillingshurst.org.uk @1stbillingshurstscouts
1ST BILLINGSHURST SCOUT GROUP OAKLAND BEAvERS MEET:
Monday 5.15 - 6.30pm
CHURCH PASTOR: Craig Gale
CEDAR BEAvERS MEET: Tuesday 4.30 - 6.00pm
Part of the Newfrontiers family of Churches and a member of the Evangelical Alliance
PARBROOK CUB PACK MEET: Tuesday 6.30 - 8.00pm
Church Office 74a High Street, Billingshurst RH14 9QS TELEPHONE: 01403 786706 EMAIL: office@billingshurstfamily.church WEBSITE: billingshurstfamily.church ADDRESS:
Meetings at Billingshurst Community Centre Sunday 10.00 am - Family Service (with activities for all children aged 0-11) Refreshments from 9.30am Evening prayer meetings once a month 7.30pm Tues 10am, Wed & Thurs 8pm Homegroups
DAUXWOOD CUB PACK MEET: Wednesday 6.15 - 7.45pm ARUN SCOUT TROOP MEET: Monday 7 - 8.30pm DOWNLAND SCOUT TROOP MEET: Fridays 6.30 - 8.00pm EXPLORER SCOUTS MEET: Wednesday 8.00 - 9.30pm CONTACT: Chris Evans TELEPHONE: 01403 785030 WEALDEN SCOUT ACTIvE SUPPORT
Mon 10am -11.30am Rainbow Toddler Group term time.
For full details of social programme contact: Ann Pike Tel: 01403 741053
Fridays 7.30pm Youth group for 11-18s (various locations and events)
TREfOIL GUILD 1st Tuesday monthly 7.30pm St. Mary’s Church Rooms CONTACT: Hilary Nulty TELEPHONE: 01403 783792 MEET:
DOUNHURST DISTRICT GUIDES & BROWNIES - Billingshurst Units CONTACT: WEB:
0800 1695901 www.girlguiding.org.uk/Joinus
1st BILLINGSHURST RAINBOWS MEET: Scout & Guide HQ 2nd BILLINGSHURST BROWNIES MEET: Scout & Guide HQ 2nd BILLINGSHURST GUIDES MEET:
Scout & Guide HQ
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Local Councils, Civic Amenities And Political Groups Shipley & Coolham
PARISH COUNCILS Billingshurst The Billingshurst Community & Conference Centre, Roman Way, Billingshurst, RH14 9QW. TELEPHONE: EMAIL: WEBSITE: OPEN: CONTACT:
01403 782555 (24 hour answerphone) council@billingshurst.gov.uk www.billingshurst.gov.uk Monday - Thurs 9.30am - 1pm Mr G Burt
CITIZENS ADvICE BUREAU We’re here to help – For free, confidential and impartial advice and help on any subject, Horsham Citizens Advice Centre, ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: WEBSITE:
Lower Tanbridge Way, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1PJ 0344 477 1171 www.adviceguide.org.uk
REGISTRAR Of MARRIAGES, BIRTHS & DEATHS Opening hours by appointment only
The Parish Council meet on Monday and Thursday and alternate between Coolham Village Hall and The Andrew Hall, Shipley. All meetings commence at 8.00pm. Dates of meetings are posted on the Notice Board outside the Andrew Hall, Shipley and at Coolham Hall and agendas for the meetings are posted a week in advance or visit the website. Paul Richards CLERK: TELEPHONE: 07481 803124 EMAIL: shipleyparishcouncil.org.uk COUNCILLORS: Jason Emrich
Nicky Wiltshire
Philip Baxter
Bridget Huggett
Anthony Burrell
Harry Woodage
William Beckett
Gordon Lindsay
Stephen Roggendorg
Ginny De Zoete
POLITICAL GROUPS Billingshurst Liberal Democrats CONTACT: TELEPHONE:
Morwen Millson 01403 260407
Billingshurst Conservatives Horsham & District Conservative Association TELEPHONE:
01403 242000
CONTACT: 01243 642122
Horsham Constituency Labour Party TELEPHONE:
01403 256904
CIvIC AMENITY SERvICE WASTE RECYCLING SITE
UKIP OFFICE CONTACT: OFFICE: EMAIL:
John Wallace 01903 885573 john@ukipwsx.org
Newbridge Road, Billingshurst, RH14 9HZ. TELEPHONE: 01403 785614
Official Monster Raving Loony Party. 1st April - 30th September CONTACT: Howling Laud Hope Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat & Sun 9am - 6pm TELEPHONE: 07946 292557 Open on Bank Holidays if a normal opening day. WEBSITE: www.loonyparty.com 1st October - 31st March Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat & Sun 9am - 4pm JEREMY QUIN MP Open on Bank Holidays if a normal opening day. If you wish to discuss matters in person please Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years. make an appointment with his constituency office. BILLINGSHURST LIBRARY TELEPHONE:
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TELEPHONE: (01403) 210600 POSTAL ADDRESS: Gough House, Madeira Avenue, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1AB
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Women’s Interests HALLS FOR HIRE
ST MARY’S GUILD (Shipley)
Billingshurst
A church based group of ladies who meet socially once a month to enjoy speakers, demonstrations, outings and fellowship. New members very welcome.
Billingshurst Community & Conference Centre TELEPHONE: 01403 787690 Women’s Hall TELEPHONE: 01403 784495
MEET: CONTACT: TELEPHONE:
St Gabriel’s Hall CONTACT TELEPHONE: 01403 782128 St Mary’s Rooms TELEPHONE: 01403 782332
Last Monday each month 7.30pm at various venues Mrs Madeleine Woods 01403 741709
BILLINGSHURST W.I. MEET: 2nd Thursday Monthly 2.30pm start, St Mary’s Room CONTACT: Gillian Yarham TELEPHONE: 01403 782282
Trinity United Reformed Church Hall TELEPHONE: 01403 785372 Shipley & Coolham Andrew Hall Shipley TELEPHONE: 01403 741542
WEALD LACEMAKERS A lace making group which meets regularly.
Coolham Village Hall TELEPHONE: 01903 209170
MEET: CONTACT: TELEPHONE:
Dial Post Dial Post Village Hall WEBSITE: www.dialpostvillagehall.co.uk
Community Centre Mondays 2.00 - 4.00pm (fortnightly most of the year) Mrs J Rowe 01403 783233
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