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War hero’s medals still unclaimed

Unclaimed medals

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A set of medals, thought to have been lost about the time of last year’s Remembrance, are still unclaimed at Horsham police station. They are thought to belong to a man who did his country great

service in uniform during and after the Second World War. Police have been trying for months to trace a likely owner or his family, but so far drawn a blank. The medals, which are miniatures, were handed in on November 14 having been found on the ground in the All Saints cemetery in Horsham. They are a 1939-1945 Star, Africa Star, Italy Star, 19391945 War Medal, 1962 General Ser-

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vice Medal ‘Malaya’ and Regular Army Medal. The 1939-45 Star was a military campaign medal started by the United Kingdom in 1943 to British Commonwealth subjects who saw service in the Second World War and was last awarded in 2013. The Italy Star was for the 19431945 Italian campaign to force the Germans out of Italy and included the savage Monte Cassino battle which claimed the lives of many

troops from the Royal Sussex County Regiment. To qualify for the 1939-45 War Medal a person had to serve full time for at least 28 days from 1939 to 1945. The General Service Medal combined several previous medals from First World War days and was replaced by the Operational Service Medal in 2007. Under its motto “Against Adversity” it was only awarded to those who took

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part in an “arduous” campaign or “well-fought” battle that involved actively attacking the enemy rather than retaliating in self-defence. It included troops who fought in the Malay Peninsula in the 1960s helping Malaysian troops fight off Indonesian insurgents. The owner of the discovered medals can claim them via the front office at Horsham police station quoting reference WHOF/16/11/00913.

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Scrum halves became goal attackers as male rugby players took on female netballers. But it was girls who triumphed in the sports challenge for charity. Collyer’s students at Horsham have been taking part in a series of charity netball matches, to raise funds for the college’s Tanzania Project, which supports health and education projects in the Morogoro region of the country. The campaign ran throughout March and culminates in a fun-run in April. The boys rugby team played

the girls netball team over four matches, with the girls winning three games to one. Although the overall tally went in the girls favour, Business Studies teacher Clare Ruaux, who helped the Student College Council coordinate the event, was full of praise for the boys team. She said: “The boys had obviously practiced incredibly hard all week and were certainly competitive, adapted to the rules quickly, and often kept up with the incredibly fast pace

of the games. The girls ran out overwhelming winners, but a good time was had by all.” The Richard Collyer Union College Council representatives were on hand with their charity buckets, and encouraged the spectator donations to the Tanzania Project. Head of the Sports Academy at Collyer’s John Burroughs said: “It was a great atmosphere and the games were certainly competitive. Well done to everyone for supporting the event.”

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New incentive for girls to take up football ‘Wildcats’ is a nationwide initiative from the Football Association that’s designed to make football more accessible for girls aged from 5 to 11 years old. It is available locally from Horsham Sparrows FC, the town’s only club with all girl teams and founding member of the Sussex County Women and Girls Football league. Sessions will be run on Saturday mornings in Horsham Park with the onus on providing training sessions that are great fun and engaging for all the girls regardless of age or ability. They will be run by qualified and CRC checked volunteer coaches and each session will be 1 hour in duration. The sessions start on Saturday, April 22 (from 10.3011.30am) in Horsham Park, between the Pond and The Pavillions. The first session is free then £2.00 thereafter or, a one-off fee of £25.00 for all the sessions and is open to girls aged 5 to 11 years. To take part in the sessions send a confirmation email including, your daughter’s name and your contact details, to secretary@horshamsparrows.co.uk.

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Horsham’s Big Community Day Saved Horsham Festival week it will include art exhibitions, dance, drama, music, and literature events, coding for kids from Hack Horsham, as well as some Eco-friendly events. In the park there will be a stage with performances all afternoon, golf and other have-a go sports, and much more is in the planning stage. As has become customary

Thanks to the many friends who contacted us with support, help or simply ‘good’ wishes Sunday JULY 9 …make a note in your Calendar for Horsham’s Big Family Day The two local charities Horsham Festival and Horsham Rotary Club are delighted to announce that they have saved Horsham’s wonderful July charity and family fun day (previously known as Sparks in the Park) that will take place on Sunday July 9th.

77-year-old interviewed about 70s and 80s sex case A 77-year-old man has been interviewed about a woman’s allegations that she sexually assaulted as a child in the Warnham area. Police said the man, living in Shrewsbury, was interviewed under caution, by appointment at Shrewsbury police station, by Sussex Police officers. They are investigating a report received in October 2016 that in the late 1970s and early 1980s a then 10 to 11-year old girl was sexually assaulted at two locations in Warnham, one of which was Warnham parish church. The man was not arrested and the investigation continues and police have asked for anyone who might be able to help their inquiry to contact them. As some of the alleged offending relates to Warnham parish church, Sussex Police are working closely with the Diocese of Chichester’s Safeguarding Team, who are actively supporting this investigation. Officers emphasise that there are no current safeguarding issues for the church or the local Warnham community in relation to the investigation. Detective Superintendent Jason Tingley of Sussex Police said; “If you have any information that would assist our investigation, including information about any other offences, please contact us via 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk or call Sussex 101, quoting Operation Adwell, and arrange to talk in confidence to experienced investigators.” You can also report online to https://sussex.police.uk/contactus/response-to-appeal/

Thanks to the many friends who contacted us with support, help or simply ‘good’ wishes. The new family fun day will consist of a variety of entertainments, sports , attractions and participative activities for the whole family…including of course Benson’ s Funfair. One change is that this year the events on oﬀer will not only be in Horsham Park, but also in the Carfax, Capitol Theatre and County Hall …..a true Horsham occasion ! As it falls within

the huge Rotary Charity Market will also form part of this vibrant and important community day. If anyone has an event they would like to be considered or can oﬀer their help on the day, we have room for more activities and would welcome your help and support. Please contact Paul Bellringer on 01403 260484 or via enquiries@horshamfestival. co.uk or John Le Rossignol on 01403 754005 or horshamrotary@btconnect.com

More than 300 contest county council seats It will take an unprecedented change of fortune for the Conservatives to lose control of West Sussex County Council in May’s elections. More than 300 candidates will be contesting the elections on May 4 including candidates in Horsham district. But the opposition parties face a daunting task, despite their determination, because of the huge numerical advantage held by the Conservatives at County Hall, Chichester. The current constitution of the council shows the enormity of the challenge facing nonConservative candidates, despite the public’s unease about social care and education funding, which has provoked disagreement between the Tory-dominated county council and the Tory government. At present 43 Conservatives sit at Chichester, while UKIP has 10, the Liberal Democrats seven, Labour six, with three Independent members and two vacancies. The divisions within Horsham district are: BILLINGSHURST , covering the parishes of Billingshurst, Itchingﬁeld and Shipley; BRAMBER CASTLE, covering Ashurst, Bramber, Henﬁeld (Small Dole ward),

Steyning, Upper Beeding, and Woodmancote; BROADBRIDGE covering Broadbridge Heath, Rudgwick, Slinfold and Warnham ;HENFIELD covering Cowfold, Henfield (Henfield ward), Shermanbury and West Grinstead; HOLBROOKcovering Holbrook West and Holbrook East HORSHAM EAST covering Forest (part), North Horsham (Roffey North ward) and North Horsham (Roffey South ward) (part); HORSHAM HURST covering Horsham Park (part) and Trafalgar; HORSHAM RIVERSIDE covering Denne, Forest (part) and Horsham Park (part); PULBOROUGH covering Coldwatham, Pulborough, Thakeham and West Chiltington; ST LEONARDS FOREST covering Colgate, Lower Beeding, North Horsham (Roffey South ward) (part) and Rusper; SOUTHWATER and NUTHURST covering Nuthurst and Southwater; and STORRINGTON covering Parishes of Amberley, Ashington, Parham, Storrington and Sullington, Washington and Wiston. Votes will be counted on Friday 5 May, and results in Horsham district will appear in the Post the following week. Details of the nominations within Horsham District will appear in next week’s District Post.

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MP sees why park farm is magnet for children

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An MP saw why a farm park that is a favourite with children won a national award for its quality. Arundel and South Downs MP Nick Herbert visited Fishers Farm Park in Wisborough Green to highlight the attraction of West Sussex during English Tourism Week. Mr Herbert was met by husband and wife owners Tim and Trina Rollings and their son Tom. Trina gave Mr Herbert a tour of the park and showed him how they have earned a ‘highly

commended’ award for the Best Farm Attraction UK 2017 in the recent National Farm Attractions Network Awards. Opened in 1990, the farm park has developed over the years to provide a vast range of indoor and outdoor activities. At the beginning of this year they opened the doors to three family-sized self-catering cottages on the site. Mr Herbert was also given a special tour of the newest attraction, planned to open next month, an indoor tree-house and

party barn. The popularity of the UK’s farm parks is a big tourism success story as farmers diversify. Nationally there are over 20 million visits annually to farm attractions, which in turn boosts the local economy. Fishers Farm Park employs more than 160 staﬀ. Nigel Smith, Chief Executive at Tourism South East said: “Tourism in the South East of England is worth nearly £12 billion to the economy and supports over 400,000 jobs – it is the most visited region outside London and in terms of value is equivalent to Scotland and Wales combined. In 2016 the region saw increase in day visits and overnight stays from both domestic and overseas visitors – with very favourable exchange rates the expectations for 2017 are equally optimistic”. Nick Herbert said: “It was a pleasure to meet the Rollings family and to see the awardwinning farm park they have created. It is easy to see why it is such a popular destination for families with young children. “West Sussex is a fantastic county to visit with so much to oﬀer. I am pleased to help promote our beautiful county, and the many local businesses which rely on tourism during English Tourism Week.”

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Police appeal in hunt for Horsham criminal Graham Court wanted

Police issued an appeal for help in tracing a man jailed for theft and a knife oﬀence in Horsham. Sussex Police said that Graham Court, 52, was wanted on recall to prison and it was believed that he might be in the Horsham or Worthing areas. He is described as white, 6’, of ‘skinny’ build, with brown, slightly greying hair with a distinctive widow’s peak. Police say he is wanted having failed to adhere to the terms of his

licence following his release from prison in March, where he was serving a six month sentence for theft and possessing a knife blade in a public place. Both happened in Horsham. Anyone who knows of his whereabouts is asked to report online to https://sussex.police.uk/ contact-us/response-to-appeal/ or call 101 quoting serial 938 of 22/03. If you see him, do not approach, but call 999 immediately.

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Lia’s Fish Deli - A great new addition Horsham!

Lucky Horsham has a new Deli – and it is unique! Giovanni Patane has just opened his Lia’s Fish Deli in the inner Carfax, near the bus stand. As well as a comprehensive range of fresh fish, the catch of the day from Newhaven, Giovanni also provides local sausages and meat and there are mouth watering delicacies on offer – including kippers, smoked eel and lump fish roe. Barbecue ready items feature delicious skewers of prawn and tomato, and monk fish and choriza. There are jellied eels, roasted seaweed, the oven ready Sicilian speciality of swordfish rolled in cheese and herbs, even more exotic fare, and, among the many sauces and the pates on display, there

What I really want to do is to contribute in the local community Etna volcano and matured by the sea at Sicily’s iconic Catania Fish Market, honing his skills in the trade there to become, here, a much coveted Member of the Federation of Fishmongers. He continues: “Horsham is a bit diﬀerent from Sicily - but, I love it! I enjoy selling my ﬁsh

in Horsham market on Thursdays and Saturdays and feel very comfortable here. I’m looking forward to developing the business, possibly with some outside catering, but, the main thing is to really establish the shop first and then to progress step by step from there. What I really want to do is to contribute in the local community – we’ve got the big Easter Piazza Italia event coming up and it will be fantastic to be involved with that!” Giovanni is an experienced chef, having earned his spurs at a variety of events across the UK, so apart from expertly gutting and preparing your fish while you wait he is more than happy to give culinary tips and advice. And, Lia’s Fish Deli is a family concern – Lia is Giovanni’s mother – and independent businesses, so much part of Horsham’s heritage, are an endangered species, so customers are enthusiastically welcoming Giovanni’s enticing new venture, which is open six days a week (until 6pm from Tuesdays to Friday). Make sure that it is on your “must visit soon” list – you will want to make it a very regular experience! Lia’s Fish Deli, 52 Carfax, Horsham RH12 1EQ – 01403 588702 – www.liasfish.co.uk

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Easter goes to their head

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Tres bon and bellisimo for Steyning’s big day Crowds pack town

The spirit of Easter went to the heads of children at a Horsham school. These youngsters used their artistic skills to create colourful bonnets in keeping with the season. Farlington’s Prep School pupils took part in the annual Easter Bonnet Parade in the school’s New Courtyard Hall on the last day of term before starting the Easter break. Frances Mwale, the prep headmistress, was impressed at the creative standard of the

entries and said: “There were

There were some highly original creations and a great deal of effort was on display some highly original creations and a great deal of effort was on display.”Mrs Mwale awarded prizes for the best bonnet in each year group.

Big crowds turned out for Steyning’s mix of a French market and sleek Italian cars. The roar of powerful engines heralded the arrival of the gleaming cars. The parking marshall, Garry Mortimer-Cook, had quite a task on hand, making sure the

cars parked up allowing enough room for the crowds to be able to walk round and inspect the magnificent vehicles. Organisers say it seemed the 45- minute stopover was over all too quickly, and it was time to release the mighty machines

and send them on their way to Henfield, the last port of call for the District Rally. With such a warm continental flavour and great atmosphere it was all a tasty appetiser for Horsham’s Piazza Italia , which takes place this weekend on Friday, Saturday, and Monday.

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Disabled youngsters get helping hand new Local Charity Partner. “We’re busy planning lots of fundraising activities for the coming months and can’t wait to build our partnership with them and support the vital work that they do for our local community.” TSB says that it understands that no one knows their local

The support that TSB gives us will be invaluable, helping us to support young people and children... Left to right: TSB’s Haleigh Lembergs and Karen Hespin with Springboard’s Nigel Scott- Dickeson.

Youngsters with disabilities are benefitting from a link between a bank and a charity. Their Springboard Project has been chosen as TSB’s new local charity partner in Horsham. TSB Horsham organised a free prize draw to win a 1.25kg Easter egg donated by Cocoa Loco, the local organic chocolate firm, raising £264.33 for the charity. Nigel Scott-Dickeson, chief executive officer at The Springboard Project, said: “It’s fantastic that a high street bank is supporting local charities in this way. “The support that TSB gives us

will be invaluable, helping us to support young people and children with disabilities to lead an active lifestyle.” In total, TSB is supporting nearly 500 local causes from across Britain, chosen from over 25,000 nominations from customers, members of the general public and Partners who work for the Bank. Jason Watson, bank manager at TSB’s Horsham branch, said: “The Springboard Project is a local cause that’s close to people hearts here in Horsham and we are delighted to welcome them as our

community better than the people who live there. That is why each year the bank asks local people to nominate a local cause that they would like them to partner with. TSB’s ﬁrst Local Charity Partnerships came to an end in June 2016, and the bank and its local communities have already donated more than £1 million to causes across Britain since the programme began. In May 2016, TSB announced a new ﬁve year partnership with Pride of Britain and Pride of Sport. The partnership celebrates ordinary people, like those working in local charities, doing extraordinary things in local communities all over the country.

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Mystery of why rider crashed to death

A motor cyclist from Rudgwick died when his machine crashed on the A272. Investigators are trying to discover what might have made the rider run oﬀ the road and have appealed for witnesses to come forward. Police say the 53-year-old was killed when his BMW motorcycle left the road and crashed into trees on the A272 while travelling between Billingshurst and Petworth early on Sunday morning. The incident happened about 150 metres east of the main road’s junction with Crimbourne Lane, near Wisborough Green at about 7.20am. The man died from his injuries at the scene. Police closed the

A272 for more than six hours while emergency services dealt with and investigated the crash. No other vehicle was involved. Anyone who saw what happened or who noticed the blue motorcycle being ridden on the A272 before it leaving the road is asked to report details online at https://sussex.police.uk/contact-us/response-to-appeal/, quoting Operation Cassidy. They can also email collision. appeal@sussex.pnn.police or phone 101. A report will be submitted to the West Sussex coroner for an inquest to be opened into the man’s death, and will include police ﬁndings into a possible cause.

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Youngsters praised after learning with fire crews The latest 12 young people to tackle the FireBreak challenge have successfully graduated. They received awards of achievement from Acting Deputy Chief Fire Officer Gavin Watts of West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service. Their efforts were recognised at the pass out parade attended by their family and friends. During the parade, the students performed various drills that they have learnt throughout the course. The youngsters spent five consecutive days with fire station workers learning a variety of new skills including ladder and breathing apparatus drills,

HeartStart ﬁrst aid training and communication skills. Handing over the awards Mr Watts said: “The FireBreak scheme is something we take very seriously in West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service because of the opportunities it gives these young people. Talking to them today they say they’ve learnt teamwork, grown in conﬁdence and some have overcome their fears.” Simon Woodland, Lead FireBreak Instructor said: “This group of students has shown a real aptitude. It’s been a pleasure to see them perform so well during their parade today, and I’m sure their families and friends are just as proud of their achievements as

we are.” Special awards were given to Joe Roberts and Chandler Merritt for their commitment to team objectives. Chandler Merritt, FireBreak graduate said: “The course was really good. My favourite part was using the hose reels to spray water, it was exciting and an experience that not many people my age get to have. “I had not heard about FireBreak courses before, but I would deﬁnitely recommend it to anyone.” If you would like to ﬁnd out more information on FireBreak courses please visit: http://ow.ly/ o00h30aorxv

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Youngsters map out success in geography ﬁnals Concentrating hard

Pupils from Millais School in Horsham took part in the ﬁnal of the national African Adventures School Geography Challenge. They were one of nine school teams competing at Weekes Community Centre in Slough to compete for the prize of a trip to Kenya for four students and two teachers. The organisers say it was an amazing achievement for the ﬁnalist schools to reach this stage of the competition after nearly 200 schools registered to participate in the challenge.

Students from Millais joined the eight other schools for an all-day activity working in their school teams of four to complete a task focused on sustainable development. The task speciﬁcally focused on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4, which is to ‘ensure inclusive and quality education for all and to promote lifelong learning’. All schools came to the challenge full of enthusiasm and the judges were very impressed with the students’ eﬀorts with some outstanding submissions being

produced. An excellent day was had all round and the judging panel now have a difficult decision to make on which team has performed on top, all to be announced very soon. Throughout the competition, students have been broadening their knowledge on international development and the challenges faced by emerging countries and in particular, Kenya. The finalist schools now wait in anticipation for the announcement on who has been successful in winning the ultimate prize trip to Kenya. The winning school will then choose four students and two teachers to travel to Kenya to volunteer at one of African Adventures’ partner projects in Kenya. The group will get to see first-hand the challenges the communities in Nakuru, the town in which African Adventures works, face on a daily basis. To find out more about African Adventures and their school volunteer trips to Africa, please contact Joe Pearson, Marketing Manager, at African Adventures on joe@african-adventures.co.uk or phone the African Adventures team on 02381 780957.

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skip together and play a game of marbles. This hands-on historical experience in Prep 6 at Farlington School ﬁts into the girls’ history curriculum which is currently focusing on the Victorian era. They are learning about Victorian domestic life, the contrasting lifestyles of the rich and poor, the growth of urbanisation and the achievements of the era. This will be explored further when Prep 6 goes on their residential trip to the Isle of Wight at the end of the summer term and visits Osborne House. In the wider world beyond the classroom, in 1851 Queen Victoria opened the Great Exhibition at Crystal Palace, most of San Francisco was destroyed by ﬁre, evaporated milk was invented, the

Girls travelled back in time to 1851 to experience a day in a typical Victorian schoolroom. The girls, aged ten and eleven, spent the day in Victorian dress and discovered what it was like to be a Victorian school child. A certain Miss Welsh ruled the class with a rod of iron, or, as the school said, “should we say bamboo”. The girls were expected to sit through lessons in silence and only speak when spoken to. They covered subjects such as the British Empire, maths with imperial measures and how to write perfect copperplate handwriting. They read lessons from a Victorian reading book and they learnt how to sew for their sampler. Lunch consisted of pasties, sandwiches, fruit and biscuits and at break they were able to roll hoops,

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Two centuries of home furnishing are dusted oﬀ in an exhibition running in Horsham

Museum. Home Sweet Home runs until June 24 and admission is free.

The museum said: “An elephant’s foot pad as a tray, delicate leaf skeletons, and religious embroideries can only sum up one period - whilst white blank walls, hard surfaces and nothing else can only mean another: yet both are homes, although one hundred years apart as the fascinating temporary exhibition Home Sweet Home: 200 years of home furnishings reveals. Drawing on the museum’s extensive collections, this amazing exhibition is a real eye-opener as it encourages the visitor to question their own journey in making a house or room into a home. Why do we buy that particular lamp or cushion, and why do we go for that look - what are we trying to say about ourselves? For over 200 years, manufacturers have been making things that people have bought to create their homes - designs are imagined, sold as an aspiration, and

the customer buys it and in turn, the dream of the stylish interior. To help with that, modern retailers such as Dunelm have created a desirable ‘look’, a selfcontained oﬀ-the-shelf package. Yet as the exhibition shows, 100 years ago Horsham had its own Victorian designer who created a ‘look’. Thomas Honywood - who used the then marvel of photography - created fabrics, wallpaper, picture frames and even tiles with his unique exquisite fern images, and sold a powerful image to nature-loving Victorians. The exhibition uses the often neglected probate lists - legal documents drawn up on the death of an individual listing out contents of each room. In the early 18th century there was quite simply less ‘stuﬀ’ in the home. But thanks to growing wealth, manufacturing and fashion, the lists grew longer and longer - and by the early Edwardian period they are almost book-length, describing in fascinating detail the home furnishings of local houses. Home Sweet Home reveals the ingenuity and diversity of items that people bought to create a home, a space they had control over and could call their own. The exhibition looks at how chairs have changed both shape and materials, from a gothic-style hall chair to the wicker plastic twotone 1960s chair. As technology changed,

it shows how homes were lit, how we spent leisure time with polyphones to record players to radios, or soft furnishings from table cloths hand embroidered to quilts, to curtains and drapes the exhibition will feature them all. Horsham Museum & Art Gallery are delighted to announce that Dunelm, who have recently opened in Horsham, are sponsoring the exhibition Home Sweet Home: 200 years of home furnishings. As Dunelm’s upto-date catalogue shows, colour and objects are now flooding back in to the home, continuing a 200 year old tradition where people want to be surrounded by items (compared to that recent blip of minimalism): Home Sweet Home reflects how what might be considered as ‘stuff’ becomes that magical ingredient that makes a house a home.” Horsham Museum and Art Gallery is open Monday to Saturday 105pm, admission is free. Scenes from the exhibition are pictured.

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Young footballers have recorded the best results for more than 30 years at their school. and Swin gsHosRope The 1st team at s, Christ’s pital, Horsham, recorded the best results in more than 30 years and the second best results since football was introduced to the school

Volunteering Opportunities through Horsham and Mid Sussex Voluntary Action Horsham Girlguides are seeking helpers to act as an extra pair of hands at evening sessions for Rainbows (girls from five to seven years of age) from 4pm onwards, and for Brownies (girls from seven to ten years of age) after 5pm. Required commitment would be for about one and a half hours a week, term time only. Phoenix Stroke Club in Comptons Lane, Horsham is hoping to find an Activities and Communication Helper to socialise with club members, plan and lead activities, make tea and coffee or cook lunch. The club meets from Monday to Thursday, and as much or as little time that you can give would be greatly appreciated. Dame Vera Lynn Trust for Children with Cerebral Palsy is searching for volunteers who could distribute, collect and keep an electronic record of donation boxes in shops and other organisations and

also for someone to distribute leaﬂets to GP surgeries, hospitals, Child & Family Centres, nurseries, libraries, garden centres and leisure centres. East Clayton Farm in Washington exists to support people in need and to help them overcome diﬃcult issues. The charity is looking for a Farm Helper who could undertake practical tasks such as tree planting, digging, fencing, painting and other DIY tasks. They would love someone who is able to work unsupervised, has practical DIY experience and enjoys carpentry and gardening. Experience of working with vulnerable people would be desirable. For more information and other volunteering opportunities, please contact Horsham and Mid Sussex Voluntary Action by phone: 01444 258102; email: volunteercentre@hamsva.org.uk, or visit: www.hamsva.org.uk

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NOTICE UNDER ARTICLE 13 OF APPLICATION FOR PLANNING PERMISSION FOR HOUSEHOLDER DEVELOPMENT Notice is given: Mr & Mrs D. Crouch are applying for Householder Planning Consent. For: Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of replacement side conservatory, erection of two storey rear extension and erection of detached double garage with ancillary accommodation. At: 2 Bohemia Cottages, Georges Lane, Storrington, Pulborough, RH20 3JH. The application number DC/17/0803 may be viewed and commented on at Horsham District Council’s website and comments must be received within 21 days of the date of this notice.

HORSHAM DISTRICT COUNCIL Town and Country Planning Act 1990 Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 The Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015 Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 Notice is hereby given under Article 15(3), (4) or (5) or Article 16 that the following applications have been submitted to Horsham District Council, registered between 3rd April 2017 and 7th April 2017 Please note the below list of applications advertised are only those we are required to do so by law. A full list of applications is available by visiting our website at www.horsham.gov.uk

DC/17/0522 Redlands Coolham Road West Chiltington Pulborough West Sussex RH20 2LH Creation of equestrian sand school, erection of agricultural barn. Creation of parking and road way. Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. DC/16/2915 Blacklands Farm Camping Blacklands Farm Wheatsheaf Road Henfield West Sussex BN5 9AT Extension of existing Camp Site to provide 50 additional pitches to be used from 1st March - 30th September each year and regularisation of track and washing up sinks Reason for Advert: Major Development. The development would affect a Public Right of Way. DC/17/0730 2 Hedgecocks Cottages Nep Town Road Henfield West Sussex BN5 9DX Demolition of the existing single-storey rear extension and erection of a two-storey flat roofed rear extension, and a loft conversion with rear dormer and two rooflights Reason for Advert: Conservation Area. DC/17/0714 Byfleets Cottage Byfleets Lane Warnham Horsham West Sussex RH12 3RB Demolition of the existing conservatory and construction of new proposed single storey side and rear extension and internal alterations Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. DC/17/0739 Geerings Cottages Dorking Road Warnham West Sussex Proposed replacement roof tiles and associated works (Listed Building Consent) Reason for Advert: Listed Building.

DC/17/0488 The Old Cottage Farm Nuthurst Road Maplehurst Horsham West Sussex RH13 6RE 0Erection of barn, stables, tool shed and outbuildings A,B and C. (Lawful Development Certificate - Existing) Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. DC/17/0705 Eatons Farm The Village Ashurst Steyning West Sussex BN44 3AP Construction of porch (Listed Building Consent) Reason for Advert: Listed Building.

DC/17/0596 Four Seasons Fuel Coneyhurst Road Coneyhurst Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 9DG Change of Use of land for the outside storage of fuels, erection of building for the loading and unloading of gas bottles, extension of concrete areas, creation of a balancing pond, relocation of portacabin offices and shipping containers, erection of security fencing, change of use of existing timber storage building for the storage of fuels, packaging, equipment and machinery, improvements to access and construction of car park Reason for Advert: Major Development.

DC/17/0778 Caledonia Church Place Pulborough West Sussex RH20 1AF Proposed loft conversion with front and rear dormers, construction of replacement garage (following demolition of existing garage) and front entrance reconfiguration. Amendments to previously approved application DC/16/1512 Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. Conservation Area.

DC/17/0565 Farnbrakes Church Street Rudgwick Horsham West Sussex RH12 3EJ Erection of double garage Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. DC/17/0691 14 Church Street Warnham Horsham West Sussex RH12 3QW Replacement of single glazed wooden front door with double glazed wooden front door Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. Conservation Area.

DC/17/0760 Great Daux Daux Road Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 9SJ Erection of a rear ground floor timber framed conservatory (Householder) Reason for Advert: Listed Building.

DC/17/0743 The Lodge Copperfield Manor Manor Lane Coolhurst Horsham West Sussex RH13 6PL Internal conversion of loft space to habitable space with no structural opening on wall or roof (Listed Building Consent) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. DC/17/0711 Smithawe Farm Nowhurst Lane Broadbridge Heath Horsham West Sussex RH12 3PJ Proposed erection of a new two-storey rear extension to the existing dwelling and new double garage with limited associated external works (householder) Reason for Advert: Listed Building.

DC/17/0712 Smithawe Farm Nowhurst Lane Broadbridge Heath Horsham West Sussex RH12 3PJ Proposed erection of a new two-storey rear extension to the existing dwelling and new double garage with limited associated external works (listed building consent) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. DC/17/0718 21 High Street Storrington Pulborough West Sussex RH20 4DR Erection of 1x non illuminated fascia sign, 1x non illuminated projecting sign, 1x Non illuminated branch nameplate sign Reason for Advert: Conservation Area. DC/17/0761 Great Daux Daux Road Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 9SJ Erection of a rear ground floor timber framed conservatory (Listed Building) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. DC/17/0781 Brook Cottage Gibbons Mill The Haven Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 9BL Erection of a 2 storey extension to replace single storey garage structure. Amendments to previously approved application DC/17/0131 Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. DC/17/0791 Rock Cottage Common Hill West Chiltington Pulborough West Sussex RH20 2NS Proposed single and two storey rear extensions (Listed Building Consent) Reason for Advert: Listed Building.

A copy of each application and the submitted plans are available for inspection on the Council’s website https://public-access.horsham.gov.uk/ public-access/ if you cannot view plans on line please call 01403 215187 for guidance. Any person who wishes to make representations about any of the applications below should do so in writing to Horsham District Council, Parkside, Chart Way, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1RL by no later than 21 days from the date of this advert. Please note that any representations received will be made available for public inspection and posted on the Council’s website or the SDNP website.

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Horsham District Jobs and Skills Fair returns – Employers invitation

Following the success of last year’s Horsham District Jobs and Skills Fair, the event will return on 20 September 2017 (11am to 3pm), with the promise of 100s of jobs, apprenticeships and volunteering opportunities. The event which is in its third year will once again be held in the Drill Hall in Horsham. The Fair, organised by Horsham District Council in partnership with The District Post, Horsham Jobcentre Plus and The College of Richard Collyer, will be a great opportunity for those seeking a job, thinking of changing their existing one or considering on-

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the-job training through an apprenticeship to meet a wide range of employers eager to recruit and grow their organisations. Once again there will be bitesize workshops designed to help people improve their employability skills and job prospects. Additionally employers will have the opportunity to sit down with prospective employees in the café (with cake!) to discuss opportunities. In the previous two years the event has been staged, 80 employers have oﬀered over 1000 opportunities between them and about a third of these have been

ﬁlled as a result of the day, with over 1000 local people attending. If you are an employer expecting to be hiring in September then contact the Council to let them know you are interested in having a stand on the day. For more information and to apply for a stand on the day visit the Council website https:// www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-andcareers/employment-and-skills/ horsham-district-jobs-andskills-fair or contact Leigh Chambers on 01403 215264 or leigh.chambers@horsham.gov. uk

Seven New Horsham Businesses Get Set for Success! On Saturday March 25th a group of seven newly launched businesses in Horsham met for a day of learning and sharing of experiences at the “Business Launchpad Workshop.” The businesses ranged from childcare provision to boiler installation! But they were united in their desire to learn, implement and succeed! The Business Launchpad workshop is run by three local business owners who have seen a gap in the provision of help and advice for local small businesses in recent years. The Business Launchpad is designed to fill this gap by delivering the information they need and by providing a support network. Local MP Jeremy Quin has a special interest in boosting local business and he popped in to talk with the attendees and to find out more about the small business scene in Horsham. Overlooking a very sunny and busy Carfax the workshop exuded a really positive vibe as attendees learned about Business Basics, Managing their Money, Getting and Keeping Customers and Planning for the Growth of their business in a resilient and profitable way. All the business owners who attended felt that the day had been extremely useful and

enjoyable. Not least in the opportunity it gave them to meet with other local entrepreneurs and share their experiences. Running your own business can be an emotional rollercoaster and it was good to talk with other small business owners in a relaxed and supportive environment. The workshop is organised and presented by local business owners, Chris Cooper of Seofon Business Services, Marie Allen of Web Clarity and Jenny Edwards of Jenny Edwards Business Coaching. All three are passionate about helping local small businesses succeed! The event was held at the newly opened Horsham Coworking space in the Carfax where business owners can rent a desk for a day or longer. Getting away from the many distractions of working from home and beneﬁtting from interaction with other business owners. More information on the Business Launchpad workshops can be found on our Facebook page horshambusinesslaunchpad. You can also email us at info@seofon.co.uk or call us on 01403 259208. More information on Horsham Coworking can be found at the Horsham Coworking website or email hello@horshamcoworking.co.uk

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Westlake House Nursing Home celebrates start of a new era

Westlake House in Pondtail Road, Horsham, held an Open Day on April 1 to celebrate the start of a new era, following signiﬁcant investment in the home. Many visitors, including local MP Jeremy Quin, were welcomed

to view the home’s stylish new interior and take a tour of Westlake. The home’s hospitality team provided complimentary refreshments and a tasty spread of snacks and freshly baked cakes.

Jon, McDevitt, one of the regular entertainers at the home, who is very popular with all, provided music. All enjoyed his performance, singing along to some favourite tunes and accompanied by his guitar. Staff, including the home’s General Manager, were on hand to answer questions to do with finding the right home, as well as the services that Westlake House has to offer. Elizabeth Higson, General Manager at Westlake, who has been at the home for nearly 20 years, said: “The home is looking better than ever, after the recent investment, and it was a pleasure to showcase the elegant new interior at the open day and welcome so many new faces. We also had some friends to the home who had parents with us previously come in and have a look at the new look. “My door is always open and anyone who couldn’t make the Open Day is very welcome to drop by for a cup of tea and a look around on any other day instead.”

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Liza Pulman Sings Streisand next month

Friday 16th 14/04/2017 September

Folk Night The Overtures St EdwardsGolf Hall, Wildwood & Pound Country Hill, Club,Crawley Cranleigh 20:00 18:00 Feed the Ferret T Slammers Soul Band Railway Inn, Billingshurst The Barley Mow, Tandridge 21:00 20:00

15/04/2017 Saturday Jukebox 6 17th The Bedford, Horsham September 20:30 Horsham Rocks Presents Black Heart Angel Horsham Bandstand, The The Malt Shovel, Horsham Carfax, Horsham 20:30 11:00 til 16:00 Nell Bryden The Capitol Theatre, Horsham 19:30 Chocolate & Choons Larger Than Life Duo The Shovel, GoﬀMalt s Park Social Horsham Club, 14:00 - 22:00 Crawley The Tony Stone Band 20:30 The Bedford, Horsham Hounds of Sound 20:00 Broadbridge Heath Village

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Centre, Broadbridge Heath 20:00 Quo-caine The Mulberry, Goring 20:30 Acoustic Open Mic Night Black Heart Angel The Jolly Tanners, The Malt Shovel, Horsham Staplefield 20:00 0:30 Blues Workshop Northgate Community Centre, Crawley 20:00 South Saxon Beardsmen Open Mic Night Gathering The Royal Oak, Ifield The Malt Shovel, Horsham 20:00 12:00 til 18:00 Acoustic showcases Open Mic night The Surrey Oaks, The Shelley Arms, BroadNewdigate bridge Heath 20:00 19:30 Open Mic Night Riverboat Shuffle George and Dragon, Horsham Sports Club, Horsham Horsham 20.30 20:00

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Liza Pulman, the acclaimed singer & comedienne and one third of the satirical and much loved comedy trio Fascinating Aida, returns with her new musical show Liza Sings Streisand and will be performing in Horsham next month. Organisers describe the show as ‘sexy, sassy Liza weaving together history, humour and harmony, as she celebrates the songs of the great Barbra Streisand with her six piece band, the Stardust Ensemble.’

Alongside renowned musical director Joseph Atkins, Liza delivers new arrangements and orchestrations of legendary songs, such as Evergreen, The Way We Were, New York State Of Mind, Second Hand Rose and many more, in a spectacular 90 minute show. Performance: Wednesday 10 May, 7.30pm, The Capitol, Horsham. Tickets available online: www.thecapitolhorsham.com or via the Box Oﬃce: 01403 750220

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Tuesday 20th Open Mic night September The Star - Dorking,

Acoustic Open Dorking, SurreyMic Night The Jolly Tanners, Staple20:30 field night Folk 20:30 The Emerald Club, Blues Workshop Southgate, Crawley Northgate Community Cen20:00 tre, Crawley Stan’s Open Mic 20:00 The Malt Shovel, Horsham Open Mic Night 20:00 The Royal Oak, Ifield Open Mic night 20:00 The Bull Inn, Henfield Acoustic showcases 20:00 The Surrey Oaks, Newdigate 19:30

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It’s time for children and parents to wiggle and jiggle A new children’s programme is launching at Pavilions In The Park on May 4. Wiggle and Jiggle Music and Movement sessions have been speciﬁcally designed for children aged 18 months to 4 years, as part of Places for People Leisure’s new and exciting junior activities programme structure. At the 30 minute weekly themed sessions, children are encouraged to get creative, develop a love for music, make new friends, move more and sing as loud as they can - allowing their imaginations to run wild, as they go on a voyage of discovery, learning about the World around them and colours of the rainbow. Tom Fotheringham, General Manager at Pavilions In The Park, said: “We are delighted to be able to oﬀer this exciting new programme

to encourage more children to move more and help them to become more active, more often, whilst enjoying plenty of active fun. Parents and guardians are also invited to join in on the fun during the sessions, so that they too can be a part of the experience.” Glen Staiteloveridge, Places for People Leisure’s Young Person and Physical Literacy Manager, said: “Wiggle and Jiggle has been designed to encourage young children to move more and take part in imaginary play. “At Places for People Leisure, we recognise the importance of play, as it not only improves physical activity, it also helps children to learn through working with others, building friendships and conﬁdence.”

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The Rotary Club of Horsham, in conjunction with Horsham District Council, is organising an ‘Easter Bunny Hunt Competition’ as part of the Horsham Piazza Italia Fortnight. The Competition is open to all accompanied Children under 13 years of age. Between Saturday April 8 and Sunday April 23 the Shops listed below invite you to play ‘Find the Carrot’. Just go along to each of the shops and you will find in the Window a Poster which details what you have to do in that particular shop. Follow the instructions and you may end up with a nice Treat and also a Rabbit’s Name. Just enter the Rabbit’s Name for that shop in the relevant space below and when you have filled in all the names, drop the completed Form into the Box at ATOM in the Carfax, or mail it to The Rotary Club of Horsham, Birkdale, Greens Lane, Mannings Heath, RH13 6JW. There will be a 1st Prize of £40 and a Runner Up Prize of £20 in each of the following Age Groups. 4 and under, 5-8 and 9-12. Name:

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Triple bill comedy at The Capitol

The much-loved and acclaimed Baroque Theatre Company will soon embark on their forthcoming summer tour, which will see them perform a Comedy Triple Bill in a staggering 28 venues across England, and it stops oﬀ in Horsham next month. The Comedy Triple Bill features three short plays in one hilarious evening of fast-paced performances from an all female cast. Audiences can expect an evening of laughs of West End quality, as they follow the characters’ journey through each play. The performance starts with Last Tango in Little Grimley, written by David Tristram, one of the UK’s most popular and respected playwrights. Membership of the local amateur dramatic society has dwindled to four and the audiences aren’t much bigger. If they don’t come up with some rent money soon, they’re going to be thrown out. Time for dramatic action. “There’s only one thing that sells tickets these days” argues the Chairwoman. “Sex!”

But how will the locals react to the promise of a sizzling sex comedy? All is revealed and thus begins the chaotic build-up to an evening of extraordinary home-grown drama - an evening the locals would never forget. The second play, A Jolly Sinister Jape, by writer Elliot Strange, is a pastiche 1920’s thriller with a plot that almost defies description. This is Famous Five fun for adults, as Stubby, Ophelia, Biffy and Fatty find themselves trapped in a mysterious house during a thunderstorm. Fast and furious with a liberal sprinkling of hilarious period slang, along with mystery and thrills - Is this someone’s idea of a jape, or is something far more sinister going on? The evening ends with David Tristram’s Last Panto in Little Grimley. This sequel to Last Tango in Little Grimley, features the same incompetent characters and sees the society members tackle the Christmas Pantomime with predictable riotous results. The cast features Baroque

Theatre Company founder and actress Claire Bibby from Kent, Plymouth born Patricia Derrick, Talitha Willsea from Norwich and Hampshire born Sally Blouet who makes her Baroque Theatre Company debut. Claire Bibby commented: “We’re so looking forward to taking these hilarious plays to some really exciting venues reaching audiences across England. This is Baroque Theatre Company’s 16th tour and I’m particularly excited this year that the playwright David Tristram has given permission for Adam Morley, our Artistic Director, to adapt the dialogue for the all female cast.” Adam Morley, Artistic Director added: “After 7 years of audience and company growth, and 16 UK tours, Baroque Theatre Company and I are delighted to return to

We’re so looking forward to taking these hilarious plays to some really exciting venues reaching audiences across England our comedy roots. I’m especially honoured to revive this hugely successful Comedy Triple Bill bringing to the stage a show in the mould of a classic British sitcom and a homage to the greats of UK comedy, including Fawlty Towers, The Vicar of Dibley, Open All Hours and Only Fools and Horses. Sit back and enjoy.” Performance: Friday 19 May at 7.45pm, Tha Capitol Studio, Horsham. Tickets available online: www.thecapitolhorsham.com or via the Capitol Box Oﬃce: 01403 750220

The Hawth celebrates the music of the great David Bowie

The Hawth will be celebrating the music of the great David Bowie on Friday 28 April, with the appearance of the UK’s number one Bowie tribute act, Jean Genie. Performing a dazzling array of hits from 1979 through to the present day, including the Ziggy Stardust era to the Thin White

Duke years, organisers promise the audience a night to remember, featuring Bowie hits, such as Space Oddity, Starman, Jean Genie, Let’s Dance, Modern Love, Ashes to Ashes and many more. Jean Genie is fronted by John Mainwaring, a recording artist in his own right, who, having been signed by numerous record com-

panies throughout his career, has also worked with Bowie’s producer, Tony Visconti. John was invited by David Bowie’s most famous band of the 1970s, ‘The Spiders from Mars’ and was asked by them if he’d front the band and tour with them. His answer was an obvious ‘Yes’ and John remains one of only a few tribute artists to tour and perform with an original artist’s band. Having toured extensively around the world (playing the character of Ziggy Stardust for over 5 years), these days, John prides himself on the quality of his singing voice, mannerisms and overall style of David Bowie. Performance: Fri 28 April 7.30pm, The Hawth Theatre. Tickets priced £22 are available from The Hawth Box Oﬃce: 01293 553636 or by visiting: hawth.co.uk

SPARROWS DAY 2017

Celebrating 50 years of youth football in Horsham To celebrate the club’s 50th anniversary, Horsham Sparrows FC is holding their annual football and awards day on 6th May at Tanbridge House School. There will be lots going on throughout the day and it would be great to see as many people who have been involved with the club there as possible. This includes current and former players, managers, volunteers and their families. The day will feature:      

Football matches Food and refreshments Reunion football matches Penalty shoot out Mini games Catch up with former members & players

Followed by an evening presentation and awards ceremony in the main sports hall. Tanbridge House School Farthings Hill Horsham From midday on Saturday 6th May 2017

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Bowlers to hold open days Bowls Billingshurst Bowling Club opens for the 2017 season on Saturday April 22 at 2.00 pm when the club invites anyone interested to come along and have a try, no experience necessary. Alternatively, the invite extends for the open evenings starting on Friday April 28 and from then on all Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays in May from 6.00 - 7.30pm; all equipment will be supplied. The club is situated behind the Station Road Gardens with access through the Leisure Centre Car Park, then via south end of swim-

ming pool; the club has a large visible sign. Further information can be obtained from Club Captain Barry on 01403 780330, Vice-Captain Alan 01798 875737 or Club Chairman Keith 01403 784599 or visit the club website at www.billingshurstbowlingclub.co.uk. Storrington Bowls Club are also inviting anyone wishing to take up the game of bowls to come along on either Saturday April 29, Sunday April 30, Saturday May 6 or Sunday May 7, at 10 a.m. when all that is required is a ﬂat pair of soft shoes. In preparation for the opening of their outdoor season Storrington

arranged a friendly indoor match against Shoreham, who had played indoor bowls regularly throughout the winter, compared with Storrington’s spasmodic games. Two of the four Storrington teams soon realised the effort required as Stuart McGeachie’s team lagged 7 -14 and Peter Smith’s team lagged 2 – 14 by the tea-break at the end of the 10th end. Peter Newman’s team, however, was leading 8-7 and Geoff Page, last year’s captain, and his team were in contention at 8-10. Despite a strong finish by Storrington they finally went down 114 – 49 however some good preseason practice was had by all.

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Athletics Phil Liberman - Horsham Joggers Nearly 50 Horsham Joggers completed the Brighton Marathon at the weekend and there were some amazing and astonishing stories to tell in extremely testing conditions. The fastest man and lady were Paul Oakley and Rebecca Rankin ﬁnishing in 2.55.46 and 3.25.26 respectively, while there were fantastic personal bests by Dan Price 4.04, Kirsty Anstee Brown

4.11.47, Sharon Burchett 4.27, Sue Johnson 4.27 and Matt Mason 3.25.36. Also amazing debut marathons were completed by Ryan Stokes 3.25.12, Steven Maskens 3.42.26, Dominic Wakeﬁeld 3.44, David Bailey 4.10.16, Paul Windust 4.10.55, Will Green 4.11.47, Simon Gledhill 4.11.50, Geri Smith 4.14, Peter Thornton 4.18.53, Steven Christy 4.19.39, Paul Taylor 4.33.53, Emma Evans 4.36, Paul Thornton 4.43.51, Jenny Boniface 4.48.58, Hanna Greenﬁeld 4.54.46, Helen Marshall 5.13.35, Emma Wyman

5.13.52, Viv Underhill 5.43.18 and Ashley Wilkinson 5.51. In addition, three members of the Cotter family competed with children Tiarnan and Sorcha beating Dad Finbarr with times of 3.04, 3.47 and 4.52 respectively and Mark Aylemore raised over £1000 for Multiple sclerosis ﬁnishing in 4.16.13 with Dad Ray in 4.44. The rest of the contingent were Jason Walker 3.26.18, Harry Wilcox 3.36.25, Iain Campbell 3.40.44, Mikey O’Grady 3.50.53, Shelly Garrett 3.59.59, Helen Woods 4.09.31, Kate Short 4.12, James Munden 4.16.02, Saul Brignell 4.19.17, Penny Barron 4.27.21, Chris Wardle 4.33.57, Derek Buckman 4.34.12, Ian Wilcox 4.41.30, Rob Jochimsen 5.07.09, Richard Cherriman 5.12.27, Fiona Clifton 5.22, Lisa Bowler 5.33, Sue Hensman 5.33 and Gemma Berrill 5.43. In the 10K event, James Boniface ﬁnished in 46.11. Over in the Paris marathon Emma Coomber and Alan Pettitt completed their runs in 3.53.28 and 3.37.25 and also in Paris, Paul Arnold 26:43 and Sally Arnold 32:29, took part in the Bois de Boulogne parkrun.

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Busy summer beckons for Horsham Lawn Tennis Club Tennis Horsham Lawn Tennis Club in Cricketﬁeld Road is looking forward to a great summer when play begins on the grass courts on Saturday April 29. The summer season will start with an American Tournament beginning at 2pm and is open to all members and prospective new members. There will be a managed court assigned to beginners for anyone thinking of starting to play tennis. There will be tea and cakes and a raﬄe and plenty to watch for non-players. The club has not been idle through the winter with men’s,

women’s and mixed teams in hard court action. Summer Team League tennis begins soon and social tennis is in full ﬂow with members playing Saturday afternoons at 4pm and Wednesday evenings at 6.30pm. The club’s coach, Glyn Jukes, along with Tessa Walder, has a great group of juniors and there is plenty to oﬀer all ages. Looking ahead the Great British Tennis Weekend is on May 13. The club asks anyone interested to visit the website at www.horshamsportsclub.com/sports/tennis or just come down and have a chat with some of the players and coaches.

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Basketball Horsham Hawks U16 61 – 59 SRWA Bears U16 Hawks U16s concluded their season with 2 games in 5 days needing to win both to make the play-offs. The first game was against SRWA Bears who featured an England Junior International in their team. Hawks got off to a sensational start that never allowed Bears to settle and finished the first quarter 25-9 in the lead. The second quarter was much more even and low scoring although good play from Kieran Lee and George Makin ensured Hawks maintained a healthy lead finishing the second quarter 40 – 23 to the good.

Bears turned the tables in the third quarter and dominated the play reducing Hawks lead to a single point going into the final quarter. Bears took the lead for the first time in the match but Hawks replied before the match score fluctuated between the two sides until a last second basket from Ollie Hutt kept the play-off hopes alive with a 61 – 59 victory. D&D Dunkers U16 69 – 74 Horsham Hawks U16 In the second of the matches Hawks faced D&D Dunkers away in Worthing. Again Hawks opened brightly with Josh Raby excellent at both ends of the court but Dunkers responded to leave the score a tight 20-18 to Hawks at the end

of Q1. The second quarter was a tight contest finishing 17-17 which kept Hawks slender 2 point lead intact at 37-35. Q3 saw a good Hawks with Makin and Raby both on the scoresheet but Dunkers again rallied although at the end of the quarter the Hawks lead had increased to 5 points at 55-50. The final Quarter was an epic battle with both teams trading baskets but as the match came to a close Lee scored 4 unanswered points to put Hawks up by 5. Hawks were than able to run down the clock to win an absorbing contest 74-69 and seal a place in the play-offs. Horsham Hawks U14 63-93 Eastbourne Lions U14 The U14 Horsham Hawks fell short in their final league fixture of the season to the Eastbourne Lions 93-63. Q1 saw a slow start from Hawks that allowed Lions to go into Q2 27-17 ahead. During an eight minute spell in the second quarter the Hawks put together a 23-11 run to take the lead 40-38. In the second half however Hawks were unable to sustain this level of intensity and Lions went on to a big win allowing them to pull level on points with Horsham in the Sussex league table. Horsham will now wait on the outcome of other remaining fixtures to determine whether they will face Crawley or Haywards Heath in the County Cup semifinal.

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Motor Sport Partridge Green based Harry Mailer has been racing since he was 8 years old and has been a champion kart racer as well as racing in Ginetta Junior as part of the British Touring Car Championship series. In 2016 he joined the British Funcup Championship series for identical Saker Bettle Silouhette Racers which is a national series run on the major UK circuits,

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Brands Hatch, Silverstone, Snetterton, Oulton Park and a day night race at Anglesea. There is also a 25 hour race at the Spa circuit, Belgium. For 2017 Harry has joined Team Trooper Iron Maiden with veteran racer Anthony Reid and Lamborghini Super Trofero Champion Jake Rattenbury. After 4 hours continuous action Team Trooper got oﬀ to a good start to the season winning the opening Silverstone Round by 2.5 seconds.

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Horsham’s away day adventure brings home a win Hornets’ away day supporters celebrate with Tom Lawley after he had equalised

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Photos byJohn Lines Ryman League Division One South Guernsey 2 – 3 Horsham Football Dave Smith - Sports Editor Horsham overcame relegation threatened Guernsey in the sunshine of the Channel Islands with goals from Tom Lawley, Darren Boswell and Steve Metcalf. In what is one of Horsham’s most eagerly awaited ﬁxtures of the season, once again a large number of Hornets supporters made the ﬂight ‘across the water’ to vivaciously cheer on the team;

the positive result adding to the wonderful day out. After a lively opening from Horsham in which Steve Metcalf shot just wide and home ‘keeper Leroi Riley saved well from Scott Kirkwood the Islanders went ahead with only their second attack. A pinpoint cross from Craig Young to the back post was met by Dom Heaume who, unchallenged, headed into the net from close range with 12 minutes played. Horsham battled to get back into the match but were not creating much in the way of chances. The better of the chances fell to the home side and opening

goal scorer Heaume should have double his and his teams tally when once again in loads of space he headed over from a few yards out. The failure to convert one of their chances was punished just before the break when Guernsey lost possession deep in the Horsham half from where Tony Nwachukwu and Boswell broke away before the ball was played to Tom Lawley who slotted past Riley to equalise. The late first half goal buoyed the Hornets and they came out looking the better side from the restart. A desperate clearance from Jacob Fallaize prevented Kirkwood from giving Horsham the lead, but the reprieve was short lived. A Horsham free kick was tapped to Boswell who hit a low effort that inexplicably the whole defence watched fly past them before going in off the post. Desperate for the win that would ensure safety from relegation Guernsey picked up the pace and as they pushed forward Craig Young was denied by a superb double save from Horsham ‘keeper Josh Pelling. The hosts ascendancy was brought to a sharp stop however when on 53 minutes Metcalf collected the ball 25 yards out and bent a vicious drive past Riley and into the top corner giving Horsham a two goal buffer. The Hornets dominated the play following the third goal and had chances to add to their total with substitute James Thurgar denied by Riley, Lawley smashing a shot against the post and Riley again saving well, this time from Kirkwood. A ray of hope for Guernsey came with 4 minutes remaining when the Hornets defence were again hesitant in the air allowing Fallaize to nod down to substitute Ross Allen who poked the ball into the net. There was still time for Guernsey’s Sam Cochrane to pick up a second yellow card which effectively put an end to any hopes of an equaliser. With three matches of the season remaining Horsham host Sittingbourne at Gorings Mead tomorrow (Saturday 15).

Rock bottom Hailsham give Heath a scare SCFL Premier Division Hailsham Town 2 - 2 Broadbridge Heath Football Dave Smith - Sports Editor Heath had to fight back from 2-0 down at half-time to come away with a point from their trip to bottom of the table Hailsham but this was really a case of two points dropped as the Bears failed to capitalize on numerous chances. After an early attempt by Marcus Goldsmith was pushed over the bar by Michael Chester Heath then dominated the play for the next half hour. Without the heroics from home ‘keeper Sheldon Levett Heath would have killed the match off early. He closed down Jamal Sultan forcing him to shoot wide before saving Chris Copestake’s 25 yard pile-driver and 10 minutes before the break the keeper dived to push away Jake Holmes’ effort after the Heath player had been put through by Jermaine Beer.

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Then totally against the run of play Hailsham striker Connor Townsend collected the ball 30 yards out and with his back to goal, turned and hammered an unstoppable drive past Chester for a shock lead. Marlon Maxwell was then guilty of failing to grab an equaliser when he headed past the post. The miss was immediately punished by the lively Townsend whose scuffed shot deceived Chester before rolling into the corner of the net. On the stroke of half time Heath again should have scored when somehow top scorer Holmes put the ball over the bar when it was easier to score. That was Holmes’ last piece of action as the striker did not appear for the second half due to injury; Stuart Chester moved from centre-half to centreforward to fill the strikers role. Chester settled straight in and fired narrowly over as Heath continued to dominate possession in the second period but all without hitting the net. The constant pressure paid off eventually when

after 55 minutes Maxwell bundled Dan Sandell’s cross over the line after a scramble. The goal however did not open the ﬂoodgates and while dominating possession Heath failed to convert the chances they kept creating as Levett continued to have an excellent game between the posts. With 10 minutes remaining Heath were given a lifeline when referee Andrew Senior awarded a dubious penalty when Shaun Findlay went down in the area and Sultan placed the spot kick past Levett for the equaliser. Two further good chances to grab a winner fell the way of Chester and Robinson but at the ﬁnal whistle Hailsham had taken an unlikely point, only their eighth of the whole campaign. Heath Manager Steve Painter said “Having been 2-0 down at half-time I’m pleased we got something out of it but realistically we had enough chances to have won that game about 8-2, I don’t remember ever having seen a game when we created so many chances”.

Broadbridge Heath Reserves crowned champions Football Andy Crisp - BBHFC Broadbridge Heath Football Club won the Southern Combination Football League Reserve Division in their last league game of the season following a 3-0 home win over Mile Oak. Heath’s goals were scored by Andy Howard, Jack McNab and Jahobi Maher. It has been a long hard season for Heath reserves after being unbeaten in

the league and cruising to the Championship until the New Year when player availability for the ﬁrst & reserve teams suddenly left the team short of experienced players. A number of the U18s stepped up to the reserves and did themselves and the club proud. With the league season now ended, there is still a possibility of further silverware when the reserves travel to play Haywards Heath Town in the League Cup semi-ﬁnal.

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Palmer’s race disrupted again at Chinese GP Formula 1 Dave Smith - Sports Editor Jolyon Palmer and the Renault Sport Formula One Team endured a frustrating Chinese Grand Prix with Southwater’s Palmer ﬁnishing 13th, one place and 2 seconds behind his team mate Nico Hülkenberg. The 56 lap race, held at the Shanghai International Circuit, was ﬁlled with incidents and interruptions that hindered both Palmer and Hülkenberg. After a decent qualifying performance the day before, an incident on the track early in the race required a virtual safety car which then prevented both the Renault drivers coming in for a scheduled early pit stop for dry tyres.

After starting from position 20 on the grid and making it to 13th despite the issues Palmer said commented: “It was a difficult race. We made the right call to pit at the end of the formation lap but I hit a wet patch when racing a Toro Rosso, then the tyres lost temperature under the virtual safety car, so it was a very difficult first stint. On the plus side, the car ran reliably and I have a race distance under my belt now. Now we reset and head to Bahrain with the objective of a much better weekend.” Palmer does not have long to wait too try to better the Chinese result as they are back in action at the Bahrain International Circuit this weekend with the race taking part on Sunday 16.

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QUOTE OF THE WEEK It was so tense and frustrating at the end of this game, but we did it!

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Jubilant Pulborough promoted as champions Pulborough beat Lewis to become champions

Champions Pulborough celebrate their success

Photos by Di Game London 3 South East Pulborough 19 - 10 Lewes Rugby Martin Read - Sports Reporter Not content with promotion, Boro won the league, but it was mighty close. Boro beat Lewes fair and square, yet drawing the previous Saturday meant Haywards Heath could steal the league title. And, Heath were playing lowly Gillingham Anchorians. Boro needed a bonus point win to be uncatchable, Lewes, though, prevented that. An early Boro penalty sank in the tricky cross wind, then

a ball bounced away on the line, but Boro were rewarded after 15 minutes when Dan Bullock completed a pushover try converted by Frazer Oliphant-Hope. Then, Will Scrase broke away to score under the posts, again Frazer obliging. Boro defended a series of scrums, until Lewes ran down the right for a try, the conversion and a subsequent Lewes penalty going begging, Boro leading 14-5 at the break. Heath were 13-5 up at the end of their ﬁrst half. With Boro’s title looking vulnerable a long run stopped short, until Scrase grabbed the ball to score in the left corner, the kick failing. Boro threatened

but Lewes blocked before notching up an unconverted try against the run of play. A Frazer fly kick was not gathered and a close quarter Boro scrum evaporated, the game finishing in a 19-10 home win. Gliders soared overhead as if in a fly past, but had Boro done enough? The large crowd milled around nervously with technology unable to discover Heath’s score. Then, after 20 minutes, up went the shout: “We’ve done it!” Heath had won, but without the vital bonus point. Boro took the league by the narrowest of margins, but with 18 wins from 22 starts and 113 more points than Heath they were

Dolcetti hat-trick sends YM to defeat

A hat-trick from Lorenzo Dolcetti defeated YM SCFL Premier Division Horsham YMCA 1 - 3 Chichester City Football Dave Smith - Sports Editor The disappointing season that Horsham YMCA has suﬀered is now coming to an end, and it probably cannot come too soon for manager Peter Buckland and his team. The four matches now remaining have no importance other than pride for YM but with a visit to

league leaders Shoreham tomorrow (Saturday 15) and second placed Haywards Heath Town visiting Gorings Mead on the final day (Saturday 29) the last few results will have a bearing elsewhere. The difference between the sides in this match came in front of goal as although the chances were reasonably proportioned between the two teams City had a striker in Lorenzo Dolcetti who finished the opportunities that came his way, with Dolcetti grabbing a hat-trick. Dolcetti got things underway as soon as the 6th minute when

he pounced after some chaotic defending from YM gave the striker time and space to put his team into the lead. The play then swept from end to end with opportunities for YM falling to Sam Schaaf, Phil Johnson and Dan Evans while Ben Pashley went close for City and Dolcetti was a constant threat. Then on 33 minutes referee Homewood awarded YM a heavily disputed penalty that ended up with City’s Ellis Martin being shown a red card for dissent. Dan Evans stepped up to convert the penalty kick past City ‘keeper Dave Hook and YM were back on level terms. Against the 10 men YM pressed for the lead but despite a good chance for Schaaf the teams went in at the break at 1-1. Chichester’s 10 men came out looking the more determined and went on to have the better of the second half despite being a man down, showing just why they sit third in the table. The visitors retook the lead in the 65th minute when Dolcetti clinically finished off a good flowing City move and then the striker completed his hat-trick, and a comfortable win for his well-organised team, with 10 minutes remaining.

worthy winners. Boro President Alex Steele told the District Post: “It’s been a rollercoaster! First we got up into this league and then we dropped out but bounced straight back up and now this! Fantastic! With the spirit and talent we’ve got, we’re on the right track. Now it’s celebration time!” Head Coach Clayton Saunders said: “We won our ﬁrst nine games that really got us going. We’ve a good squad and just need to work on one or two things.” Boro Captain Simon Burﬁend added: “It was so tense and frustrating at the end of this game, but we did it! Next season in London SE2 we’ll really

concentrate on winning our home games and build from there.” Club Captain Guy Baxter told us: “Pre-season we targeted progression to third – one better than last time. After last week’s draw I thought we’d let the league slip through our ﬁngers – the outcome is beyond our wildest dreams. Delightful!” Frazer OliphantHope summed up with: “It’s been a really long hard season but we’ve had tremendous support and it’s been brilliant.” Next season Pulborough join Horsham in London SE2 league. Eastbourne and Ashford are relegated.

Horsham seventh in league with a cup ﬁnal to come London 2 South East Beckenham 36 - 21 Horsham Rugby Martin Read - Sports Reporter Horsham hoped to round oﬀ their league campaign with a win, especially as they had pushed Beckenham very close at home in September, but it was not to be. They kept in touch for most of the game – after 50 minutes they were just a single point adrift – until they faded again in the latter stages. The hosts kicked an early penalty, but by seven minutes Horsham were four points ahead after Joe Wilde’s try and Captain Tom Johnson’s conversion. Beckenham, though, soon restored their lead, by 22-7, following three tries, two converted. Will Bell got over the line for Horsham, again Johnson doing the necessary, but Horsham trailed 22-14 at the break. However, Beckenham were kept at bay before Rob Grantham-Hill got Horsham’s third try, Johnson’s kick almost levelling the score, until the Kent side added 14 more points, two converted tries sealing Horsham’s fate.

With a number of players moving on pre-season, Horsham even feared the possibility of relegation, so to finish seventh is no disgrace, Head Coach Nick Stocker telling the District Post: “We’ve got a great conveyor belt of talent coming through – in two or three years’ time the young lads that we’ve had to blood in the first team will be really strong players. And, next season we’re expecting to have one or two experienced hands returning to our ranks, which will really boost our fire power”. Horsham’s league season is over, but they still have an important game to play, albeit after a long wait - on Saturday May 27 they travel to East Grinstead for their fourth consecutive Bob Rogers Cup final, having won the last three – against Lewes, Crowborough and Hove. Horsham meet Hove again in the May final, having beaten them at the seaside in September’s league game but subsequently losing to them at home, Hove finishing sixth. Runaway leaders Medway are promoted with Old Colfeians, while Bromley and Crowborough are relegated.

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