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Sailor honoured with special headstone 99 years after death A young sailor who died during the First World War was given a Commonwealth War Graves Commission headstone on Saturday, October 28 in Rusper, nearly a hundred years after his death. Leading Seaman, Robert Norris Weaver, died at his home in Horsham, aged 22, on August 10, 1918 from Tuberculous, after being injured on active duty and developing dysentery. He was discharged from the Navy on health grounds in January 1917. The special ceremony was held to mark the event with Robert’s family members attending. There was a reading from Robert’s letters and prayers by his Great Niece, followed by the Last Post, a minute’s silence, the Reveille and a blessing. Robert, or Bob as he was known to his family, was the youngest of seven children born to Frederick and Emma Weaver. On the 3 September 1914, Robert, who worked as a joiner and metal worker at the time, signed up to join the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve. He was described as having brown hair, hazel eyes and 5ft 11 ¼ inches tall. He started his training in Bellshanger Camp but by the November, he had moved on to the

Royal Naval Barracks at Portsmouth, which Robert described in a letter home as ‘the finest barracks in the world, they are simply spiffing.’ In 1914, Robert wrote that he hoped to be home for Christmas before being sent to the front at the end of January 1915. It was during the New Year that he was officially promoted to a Leading Seaman Higher Grade. Robert was attached to Nelson Battalion, then later to Drake Battalion as a Lewis Gunner. His first posting abroad was Port Said, Egypt. When Robert died, his death was never registered with the CWGC and, therefore, he never received a war graves headstone or was mentioned on the Roll of Honour. Les Kibble, Regional Manager for the Commonwealth War Graves Commission in the South East, said: “We’re always honoured to be able to give those who died during both world wars the recognition they deserve for their ultimate sacrifice. “At the time of Robert’s death, the CWGC were not informed and therefore did not have the opportunity to give him a Commission headstone.

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Copsale Hall Pumpkin Day Pumpkins were in abundance at the annual Copsale Hall Pumpkin day on Sunday. Once the doors opened at 10.00am there was a constant stream of every conceivable size and shaped pumpkin through the door. Those who had registered earlier in the year for the largest grown pumpkin brought along their giants. Bill Cable managed to retain his title, for the second year, with a whopper which was easily the winner. However, the challenge was more hotly contended for who might take second place and this was narrowly won by Jan Pieniazek. Inside the Hall, there was the eagerly anticipated ‘lights out’ at 11.00pm, as all the carved pumpkins that had been brought

along were lit by battery operated tea lights and the curtains were drawn to show them off in their full glory. There was a fantastic variety of carvings on display, ranging from simple to complex, large and small, funny or scary. Judge, David Hilliam Chairman of Mannings Heath Horticultural Society, had the difficult job of awarding a medal to his favourite. The delighted winner of this was young Nathaniel, who had created a gruesome design on his pumpkin. Entry for 2018 for the person who can grow the largest pumpkin will be taking place at the beginning of next year. If you would like to register your interest, please email: copsalehall@gmail. com or use the Facebook page.

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Student council event raises money for Cancer charity

Collyer’s students and staff have raised over £550 for the Cancer Research UK charity. A fancy dress rag event, in conjunction with a “Spookfest” theme run by the RCU (Richard Collyer Union) proved a huge success and was supported by teachers, support staff and the student body. Collyer’s Assistant Principal, Dan Lodge, was delighted: “The fancy dress event was fantastic and it was great to see the Collyer’s community really coming together to support the outstanding work of the Cancer Research UK charity.” Noami Lask, who manages the College Council, was very

proud: “To raise £550 is a phenomenal achievement, and this is only our current total, as there is still more coming in!” Deputy Principal, Steve Nicholls, was frightened: “The spooky film showing was obviously very popular, but my favourite part of Spookfest 2017 has to be the spooky bake sale. It was a great chance to eat comfort food while being scared!” Dan Lodge added: “Huge thanks to the students of the RCU and Noami Lask for arranging this clever and humorous way to support such a wonderful charity. Well done everyone!”

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BBC film Pudsey and Pals for Children in Need TV show still to be collected from sponsorship. The BBC sent a camera crew along to film for a slot that will be broadcast on the Children in Need show, hosted by Graham Norton, on Friday November 17; Tune in and you might catch a glimpse of yourself on TV! There will be another chance to buy some Pudsey ears, wristbands and other official merchandise to wear while watching the show, at the Horsham Saturday Market in the Carfax on Saturday November 11, from Horsham Rotary Club stall. Horsham Rotary Club member Dave Smith said: “We would like to thank the people of Horsham who, once again, came out in

We would like to thank the people of Horsham who, once again, came out in force to support this fun day During the half term, the now annual Horsham Rotary Club BBC Children in Need day once again attracted a large number of people to the Carfax, to have fun and enjoy a wide variety of activities. TV personality Dave Benson Phillips joined with Pudsey Bear and his friends to perform three sing-a-long shows on the bandstand and Benson’s Funfair provided children’s rides and a thrilling bungee trampoline.

Hundreds of children had their faces painted in a Pudsey style, while others loved having a balloon sculpture made for them. The staff from The Pavilions and Broadbridge Heath Leisure Centres put on fun and games and the WSCC Family Centre conducted a wide array of activities in their marquee. The biggest crowd pullers on the day were the ever popular steam bus supplied by local plant hire company Les Searle Group,

the fantastic birds of prey brought down and displayed by Huxley’s, who are based at Hillier’s Garden Centre, and the three superb Fast & Furious replica cars that were in demand from the young and old for a photo at the wheel. Horsham Rotary sold Pudsey merchandise from their stall and great fun was had by all. The main reason for the day was to raise funds for Children in Need and the entertaining day raised thousands - with more money

force to support this fun day that provides vital funds for a wonderful cause. We would also like to thank the many contributors and market stall holders who joined in so willingly, all helping us to help Children in Need.” Further information about Horsham Rotary Club can be found on the club Facebook (Rotary Club of Horsham) and Twitter (@HorshamRotaryUK) pages.

Sailor honoured Continued from front page. “However, we have been able to rectify this and make sure Robert is remembered for his bravery and dedication. “As an organisation that commemorates 1.7 million men and women of the Commonwealth forces who died in both world wars, it has been an absolute honour to recognise Robert and to know that people who come to this cemetery will also have the chance to remember him.” Robert’s family, said: “The family of Robert Weaver are very grateful for all the work the Commonwealth War Graves Commission has undertaken to recognise Robert’s life, and ultimate sacrifice for his country, and for the support of Reverend Nick Flint and community members of Rusper village. “An extract from a prayer, written by his Great-Great-Nephew, Emanuele De Maria, a priest working in Rome, rather embraces the family’s feelings. “‘He knew his death too early, at only 22 years of age. “He was supposed to be in the

Horsham District Council seeks new Chief Executive Horsham District Council has appointed SOLACE, one of the most respected resourcing specialists in local government, to manage the recruitment process for a chief executive, to replace Tom Crowley when he retires next April, 2018. Tom Crowley announced his decision to retire earlier this month. An advertisement for the role will appear in the national and specialist media. It is hoped that the recruitment timetable will enable an appointment to be made by Christmas and for the council to have a new chief executive in place by April 2018.

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Confused about smart meters? Citizens Advice is here to help. Central and South Sussex Citizens Advice is holding a series of events across West Sussex, to inform local residents about the energy smart meter rollout. The events are primarily aimed towards over 65s but are open to everyone. By 2020, every household in Britain should have been offered a smart meter by their energy supplier. These are a new type of meter for gas and electricity. Smart meters send meter readings directly to energy suppliers and have displays that show you exactly how much energy is being used, and the cost of that energy. Smart meters should mean that manual meter readings, estimated and back bills should become a thing of the past. Smart meters will also allow consumers to access more detailed information about their personal energy use, which can help with deciding about switching and energy efficiency. The rollout aims to lower gas and electricity use and manage future energy demand. There will be a trained adviser from Central and South Sussex Citizens Advice at Horsham library on Thursday 7th November between 1:30 and 3:30pm to answer your questions. “I’m glad I’ve switched” Mavis Merwood switched over to a smart meter last year and

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is pleased with the result: “I’ve had no problems with them and I don’t have to deal with estimated readings or get into my bin cupboard to read my meter.” Citizens Advice has produced a series of tips for those interested in having a smart meter installed, available at cassca.org.uk/smartmeters. Alternatively, for more information, contact the Citizens Advice consumer service: Telephone: 03454 04 05 06 Textphone: 18001 03454 04 05 06 Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Mavis Merwood switched

Local pupils have raised over £300 to help overseas communities living in poverty to grow enough food this Harvest. St. John’s catholic primary school in Horsham has held a series of fundraising events to ‘brighten up’ the lives of young people around the world, as part of development charity CAFOD’s Harvest Brighten Up campaign. Pupils at St. John’s dressed up in their brightest clothes for a special assembly on Harvest. They also brought in both money to do-

nate to CAFOD and food to share with the local St. John’s night shelter, demonstrating compassion to our neighbours both near and far. Ms Bonio, the school’s headteacher, explained: “As a school, we passionately support the work that CAFOD carries out. Over the past year, through three Fast Day appeals, we have raised nearly £800 and heightened the children’s awareness of the great work that CAFOD does. “Part of our school’s mission

is to show love to all and we hope that our donations can help to change the lives of others for the better. If they do, then we truly are living out our mission.” CAFOD’s representative in Horsham, Martin Brown, said: “I was delighted to visit St John’s for their Harvest Fast Day ‘Brighten Up’ assembly. All students, and a good many of the staff, had dressed up in incredibly bright clothes to mark the occasion – and what a wonderful sight it was. The children were incredibly attentive, eager and well-behaved. “St John’s have raised a huge amount over the last three Fast Days and we’re very grateful to them for their continued generosity and support.” CAFOD works with communities like those in El Salvador - a small country in Central America with a population smaller than London. With support, farmers are learning sustainable farming techniques, women are setting up small businesses and urban communities are finding ways to cope with the violence around them and to build peace. As a result, people are escaping poverty and transforming their lives, so that families have enough food and children can go to school and achieve their dreams. To donate to the Harvest Appeal, please visit: cafod.org.uk/ harvest

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Christ’s Hospital’s Horsham History Celebrated in new book

Ken Mansell former pupil A new book has just been published which is the first to provide an extensive history of over one hundred years of Christ’s Hospital in Horsham. ‘Christ’s Hospital in the Horsh-

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am Era’, researched and written by a former pupil, Ken Mansell, documents the School’s move from London to Horsham in 1902; the effect of two World Wars on the School; the major changes of the 1960s and 1970s; the period of time when the girls from Christ’s Hospital Hertford joined the boys in Horsham in 1985, and covers the 21st Century. In 1902, Christ’s Hospital moved from its six-acre site in the City of London to its new home set in 1,200 acres in the countryside just south of Horsham. The book provides some historical information about the School, going back to its founding in 1552. It also gives brief biographical details of 475 notable former pupils mainly from the Horsham era. The history of the School is also celebrated in an Exhibition at Christ’s Hospital’s Museum which focuses on the 20th Century. This exhibition explores the

art, artefacts and stories from former pupils and those connected with the School, including actors, poets and painters, reflecting the huge social, economic and cultural changes that went on in this period. There is also a notebook that belonged to Barnes Wallis. The Exhibition runs until the end of March 2018 and visitors are welcome by appointment. To order Ken Mansell’s new book, which is the third in the author’s trilogy of publications on Christ’s Hospital, following ‘Christ’s Hospital in the Victorian Era’ and ‘Christ’s Hospital Pupils 1552-1902’, or to make an appointment to visit the Exhibition, please email chmuseum@ christs-hospital.org.uk Museum Exhibits: Portrait of Sean Davis (by kind permission of the artist) Susan Parmenter b. 1954. Oil on canvas 1981. Sean Christopher Davis was a pupil at Christ’s Hospital 1976-1983, Maine A, Peele B Sussex Scene, (by kind permission of the artist’s family) South Harting village, near Petersfield, West Sussex. Donald Chisholm Towner (1903 1985). Oil on canvas 1940. Art teacher under Adrian Kent (Head of Art 1939 – 1951) at Christ’s Hospital during the Second World War, c. 1943-45.

Search for man who sexually assaulted woman on Horsham footpath On Tuesday, Sussex Police issued an appeal for witnesses to help in the search for a man who sexually assaulted a young woman on a Horsham footpath. The official report stated: The 20-year-old local woman was walking along the footpath, which runs alongside some duckponds between Depot Road and Harwood Road, Horsham, at about 7.10pm on Sunday (29 October) when she was attacked from behind by the man who forced her to the ground and sexually assaulted her. She struggled and the man ran off. He may have been distracted by the sound of a vehicle nearby. The victim sustained cuts and bruises in the struggle but did not need hospital treatment. The suspect is described as white and in his thirties, with rough skin and large hands. He was wearing a hooded top which

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had drawstrings from the hood, muddy white plastic-type trainers, a dark grey scarf frayed at the edges around his face and black latex-type gloves. Detective Constable Karen Young said: “This appears to be an isolated incident for the area. We have received no other such reports. “The victim was very distressed by the incident and we need to identify this man as soon as possible. “If you were in the area of the duckponds between Depot Road and Harwood Road early that Sunday evening, and saw a man of this description, or have any other information, please contact us online or call 101, quoting serial 1201 of 29/10.” You can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 (www.crimestoppers-uk.org).

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Andrew Robson at Horsham Bridge Club Andrew Robson, England’s top-ranked Bridge expert, drew an admiring audience to his master class at Horsham’s Tanbridge House School on Thursday (Oct 26). The event was part of Horsham Bridge Club’s 70th anniversary celebrations. Robson, the Times columnist and seven times winner of the Gold Cup, Britain’s top teams event, passed on his knowledge with an easy charm. He said: “Horsham is such a friendly club and it is wonder-

ful to see it flourishing.” Horsham Bridge Club, based in East Street, runs eight sessions per week. Visitors and new members are always welcome. For more details, please visit: www.horshambridge. co.uk Picture: Andrew Robson (back centre) with club members who organised the event: (L-R) Geoff Adams, Jo & Roger Waddingham, Hilary Broadhurst, Jim Downes, Kathryn Adams & Jane Handley (Chair of Horsham Bridge Club)

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Remember, remember first aid in November

Leading first aid charity, St John Ambulance, is urging everyone to learn some basic first aid skills ahead of the Bonfire Night celebrations. St John Ambulance volunteers will be attending firework events across the region so that anyone who needs first aid gets it quickly. However, injuries are much more likely to occur at private parties, where trained volunteers won’t be on hand to help. Every year, around 1,000 people will visit A&E for treatment of a firework-related injury in the four weeks around the 5 November*. But with some basic first aid skills, everyone can be prepared to help in a firework first aid emergency. Elizabeth Harper, Regional Director at St John Ambulance,

said: “St John Ambulance is keen that people enjoy Bonfire Night but don’t end their celebrations in hospital. Fireworks and bonfires can provide fun and entertainment for families at a time of year when the evenings are rather dark and gloomy. They literally light up the sky. “Our Big First Aid Lesson is a great way for young people to learn too, it will air on 3 November and all teachers or parents need to do is go to www.sja.org.uk/bigfirstaidlesson and sign up. It’s free, interactive and a great way for children, and adults, to learn to basic first aid skills.” Firework First Aid: Burns or scalds: If someone’s got a burn or scald, move the person away from the heat and place the

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burn or scald under cool running water for 10 minutes minimum. If the burn is to a child, larger than your hand, on the face, hands or feet, or is a deep burn, call 999. Remove jewellery and clothing around the area, unless stuck to the burn. Cover the burn loosely, lengthways with kitchen film to prevent infection. Don’t burst blisters. Monitor and treat for shock if necessary. Tell them to seek medical advice. Debris in the eye: If someone’s got something in their eye, tell them not to rub it, so they don’t make it worse. Pour clean water over their eye to wash out what’s in there and/or to cool the burn. If this doesn’t work, try to lift the debris out with a damp corner of a clean tissue. If this doesn’t work either, don’t touch anything that’s stuck in their eye - cover it with a clean dressing or non-fluffy material, then take or send them straight to hospital. Smoke inhalation: If someone’s inhaled smoke fumes, move them away from the smoke so they can breathe in some fresh air. Help them sit down in a comfortable position and loosen any tight clothing around their neck to help them breathe normally. If they don’t recover quickly, call 999/112 for an ambulance. For more information on St John Ambulance, including how to make a donation, volunteering opportunities, and details of training for the public, schools and businesses, visit www.sja.org.uk or call 08700 10 49 50.

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Armistice Day in Horsham Horsham remembers

10.45am - Arrival at the War Memorial, Carfax, Horsham 10.59am - The Bugler sounds the Last Post, standards go to dip 11am - The Exhortation: ‘They shall grow not old as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn; At the going down of the sun and in the morning; We will remember them.’ Read by Mr Nigel Caplin, Chairman RBL Horsham Branch. - Two minutes silence

- The Bugler sounds Reveille - Standards go to carry 11.03am - Wreath laying Cllr Peter Burgess, Vice Chairman of Horsham District Council will lead the wreath laying Father David Bouskill from Holy Trinity Church, Horsham will speak and say a short prayer The Royal British Legion Poppy Shop will be opened on Saturday 28 October at 10.30am by Cllr Peter Burgess.

The two minutes silence, in memory of the fallen, will then be held at 11am. The Chairman of Horsham District Council, Cllr Roger Clarke, will lead the wreath laying on behalf of the people of the Horsham district. He will be followed by Mr Nigel Caplin, Chairman of the Royal British Legion Horsham Branch and Jeremy Quin MP will lay the third wreath. Representatives of the armed services and youth organisations will then lay their wreaths, each as a mark of solemn respect. When the last wreath has been laid, the Parade Marshall will call the Parade to attention and one verse of the National Anthem will be sung. A blessing will mark the end of the service at the War Memorial. A church service will follow at the Parish Church of St. Mary The Virgin in the Causeway, Horsham to which everyone is invited. After the service, the Parade will leave the Causeway and march, via South Street, back through the Carfax where the salute will be taken by Cllr Roger Clarke and Mr Nigel Caplin. Working with the Church and Horsham District Council, the Royal British Legion is the main local organiser of Horsham’s Remembrance Sunday service. A number of Remembrance Sunday services take place throughout the Horsham district on this day

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In addition to Remembrance Sunday, the Horsham Branch of the Royal British Legion (RBL) in conjunction with Horsham District Council will hold a short ceremony at the War Memorial in the Carfax in Horsham on Saturday 11 November for those who wish to remember at the ‘eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month’. The programme is as follows: Music will be played from 10.30am

The War Memorial in the Carfax will be the focus of this year’s Remembrance Sunday service in Horsham at 11am on Sunday 12 November. Remembrance Sunday is the day traditionally put aside to remember all those who have given their lives in war. It was originally conceived as a commemoration of the war dead of the First World War but after the Second World War, the scope of the ceremony was extended to focus on the nation’s dead of both World Wars, and in 1980 it was widened once again to extend the remembrance to all who have suffered and died in conflict in the service of their country and all those who mourn them. The timings for the service will see the Parade arrive at Horsham’s War Memorial at approximately 10.50am on Sunday 12 November. Led by The Rev Canon Guy Bridgewater, the Vicar of Horsham, the service will begin with the hymn ‘O God Our Help in Ages Past’. This will be followed by The Last Post. The vicar will then lead the Exhortation: ‘They shall grow not old as we that are left grow old Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them.’

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BillFest 2017 is all set! alongside the Find the Name of the Gnomes Competition. Ken explained there will be the widest range of Christmas items to buy, things to do and lots to eat, in addition to the Mega Raffle: “It is the perfect opportunity to find great Christmas presents as well as have a day of family fun”. The event will include nonstop music and entertainment throughout the day and Radio Weald, which Weald School students, will again host. This year’s line-up will include the Bells of St. Mary’s Church at the 10am opening, The Weald School Samba Band, Billingshurst Choral Society, Simon Jones, Lifestyle Fitness, Billingshurst’s very own crooner - Rob Nicholl, and Punch & Judy. The running order is to be confirmed; details are also on the

This year’s BilliFest Family Fun Day & Christmas Fayre will again be held in the High Street, following its huge success in that location last year. The event, to take place on Saturday 2 December, is, for the first time, being part funded by the Big Lottery Fund, as well as local sponsors. Announcing the news, Ken Johnson, Billingshurst Community Partrnership’s Organizing Committee Chair, said: “We are thrilled to have the support of the

Big Lottery Fund. They recognise the importance of BilliFest as our major community event at Christmas. “BilliFest in the High Street brings the whole community together, in the very heart of the village, and it puts our permanent shops at centre stage. Last year, BilliFest attracted 1,500 people to the village centre, and this year, it will kick off on 2nd December at 10am until 3pm, with stalls in some 40 gazebos running up the centre of the High Street, from Sainsbury’s to Jengers Mead. “Just that section of the High Street will be closed, allowing access to the Jengers Mead carpark and shops from the north. High Street and Jengers Mead shops will be open for business and Santa will be there too.” Last year, 250 children met Father Christmas and received their Christmas present free. This is a BilliFest tradition and is popular

BilliFest in the High Street brings the whole community together, in the very heart of the village ‘BilliFest’ Facebook page. Ken concluded: “We are so grateful to our sponsors who help make it all possible. In addition to the Big Lottery Fund, they include our Main Sponsors: Devine Homes, COCO’S Style, Lions, and The King’s Head; and Supporting Sponsors: Riverdale Developments, Truffles, and Billingshurst Chamber of Commerce. BilliFest is organised by the Billingshurst Community Partnership. We hope to see you all there on 2nd December!”.

More giants from Warnham’s legendary pumpkin growers! Winner Julia Webb

News Martin Read - Reporter The annual Warnham pumpkin growing competition attracted another large field, yielding a spectacular crop of heavyweight

orange-gold fruits. As before, the weigh-in took place at the village’s Greets Inn in Friday Street, organiser Alan Dixon telling the District Post: “This is our fourth year and, again – for the third time – our winner is a lady grower. I buy in the plants and issue one to each of the entrants to ensure that they all start with a level field. After that I leave it up to them, they all have their own methods and techniques.” A large collection of huge pumpkins adorned the side bar of the pub, with delicious spicey pumpkin soup on offer to take away the autumn chill. And there was talk of Pumpkin Ale, very popular in the USA, where, as in Canada, pumpkin pies are also an essential component of Thanksgiving Day. In Australia and New Zealand pumpkins are prized for roasting and in Chile and South America they are a vital ingredient in soups and casseroles, and the favourite tipple of the students of the Hogwart’s School of Witchcraft is pumpkin juice. Hardly surprising, then, that pumpkin folklore and history goes back a very long way with preserved Mexican seeds dated from 5000 BC. The species is native to North America and pumpkin growing

contests are extremely serious business around the world with pedigree seeds exchanging hands for the price of a good holiday, incredibly resulting in specimens weighing over a ton. At Halloween – All Hallow’s Eve – when the departed were traditionally remembered, pumpkins are still hollowed out and carved and lit internally to ward off evil spirits. Julia Webb’s Warnham winner (the weight of a mature adult) was trundled to The Greets in a wheelbarrow, earning the champion the much-coveted cup and a meal for two at the iconic pub, one of the few traditional hostelries still surviving, landlord Duncan Entwistle saying: “We’ve had another great evening here – its been really busy. Great fun!” Local farmer Andrew Collins provided his renovated Avery platform scales from the 1930s for the weigh in, but, having been quietly confident of carrying off the prize, he said, tongue in cheek: “I’m absolutely devastated!” but, Andrew added: “I’ll be back next year and with the experience just gained I know just what I’ll have to do – deep rich compost, with plenty of food, light and water – and a bit of luck!”

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Bridging the gap with public art at Wickhurst Green

An exciting new public arts programme is under way at the award-winning development,

Wickhurst Green, in Broadbridge Heath near Horsham. Designs from two renowned

artists, Will Nash and Tim Ward, have been selected by Horsham District Council and Broadbridge Heath Parish Council, as part of a public arts programme, commissioned and funded by developers Countryside. The selected designs incorporate a series of installations, entitled ‘Bridging the Gap’ for the public spaces of the new village development. The artists have worked with pupils from the local schools and members of the local community to develop themes for the art. Inspired by archaeological findings on the site and extensive work done by local village historian Jonathan England, the contemporary works of art aim to complement the heritage of their settings; a modern design at the proposed neighbourhood centre, and a landscape-led approach for the green spaces of the scheme. Jonathan England from Broad-

bridge Heath Parish Council, commented: “The Parish Council fully supports the designs and I would like to state my personal delight at the designs of the two artists and thank all those involved in managing the process. I especially like the Will’s “Tipped Stones” and Tim’s “Arches” and I think they will become iconic landmarks in the “Greater” Broadbridge Heath.” Will Nash has designed a series of sculptures made from locally sourced stone. The stone installation ‘Tipped Discs’ takes inspiration from the patterns of the prehistoric post-holes that were revealed on the site by archaeologists. A series of stones will be patterned with images reflecting themes from the workshops, and a second series will have smaller images, such as paw prints, representing the idea of remnants of a long extinct species, or a faded

photograph. Tim Ward’s design for artwork at the future Neighbourhood Centre will provide a key focal point and gathering location to the front of the building within the public square. ‘The Bridges’ forms a gateway into the new Neighbourhood Centre, a contemporary form, which holds images of the past within the inner surfaces. The piece emphasizes the crossing of the threshold, as one of the main themes of the commission. Children from Shelley Primary School and Tanbridge House School have been involved with the development of the ideas, along with people who attended the drop in session at the community hall. The educational group ‘Hands on History’ have also provided activities based around experimental archeology for the schools, based on finds from the site.

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said that there were plenty of fine dry styles. The name jug wines was too often attached to Californian wines 20 or so years ago. Not any more. OK there are a few around still ( and good easy drinkers they are) but wines as delicious as Mount Brave Napa Valley 2012 Merlot (£80) and the rich, smooth Inglenook Rubicon 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon ( a whopping £212 a bottle) show there is market for top notch wines and the Californians know how to make them. At more worldly levels Gallo’s MacMurray Estate Vineyards Central Coast Pinot Noir is soft but with good tannins at £17.99 while Beringers’s smooth and velvety Founders Estate Zinfandel is worth its £13.99 tag. Four grapes sounds a big mix for a Rose, but delicate Angels and Cowboys Rose 2016 from Sonoma County makes a brilliant partner for seafood and cheese from a careful blend of Grenache, Merlot, Sangiovese and Syrah. Next time I will report on the surprising sparklies. California wines are not on the way up. They are there already. Phil Dennett

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New Brewery Arrives In Horsham ing flavours, aromas and tastes, they’re delighted to be able to open for business selling to Horsham residents both in local pubs and from their brewery tap room located in the Redkiln industrial estate. Katharine Lee, founder and co-owner of Chapeau Brewing Company said: “we’re so excited

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Hats off to beer! Chapeau Brewing Company are launching in Horsham and bringing beers with a cycling spin to locals. Chapeau, a cycling term meaning ‘hats off to you’, comes from co-owners Katharine and Michael’s love of cycling. Having lived in the French Alps for many years, they became avid fans of Le Tour de France and watched the pros summit the 21 bends to Alpe d’Huez or the cobbles of Northern France

many a year. This inspired not only their brewery name, but also the names of their four core beers; Hard Yards (Best Bitter 4.6%), Summit (Pale Ale 4%), Slip Stream (Session Bitter 3.5%) and Open Road (Milk Stout 4.4%). Now firmly back in Sussex, Michael (an ex-chef) has made the most of his professional background to mix excellent flavours into beers that they want to drink. With many years home brewing as a hobby, hon-

to be launching our Brewery in Horsham. We’ve made beers that we love, with a cycling spin that reflects our own passion. Being able to start-up and sell our beers locally is so important to us, and we can’t wait for people to give them a try”. The business is open from Friday 3 November, when all are invited to come along, say hello, have a beer in the tap room or take some away. Bottles and draft beer will be available to buy direct and will soon also be available to buy online at www. chapeaubrewing.com.

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The atmosphere was electric at Horsham Sports Club this weekend, as the Cricket Club held their 8th annual fireworks display, which was flawlessly delivered by Aurora Fireworks. The stunning display, took place

in the grounds of the Horsham Sports Club, Cricket Field Road on Saturday 28th October. Gates opened at 4.30pm and thousands of the local community gathered together to enjoy the event on what was a surprisingly warm and

clear autumnal night. At the entrance was a fantastic fairground, powered by steam engines, courtesy of Horsham Traction Company, which was packed with some great rides and stalls for all the family to enjoy.

The field was lined with a delicious mix of tempting street food which ran throughout the night supplied by some of Horsham’s market favourites, Steak Expectations, Ginger Rookes, Soul Street Kitchen and The Pizza Oven. Together with Hog Roast, Fish and Chips, Thai, Hot Dogs, Pick n Mix, Donuts and much more meant there was something to suit all tastes. The club provided a large outdoor drinks tent and brought in extra staff to ensure that the drinks were flowing and queues kept to a minimum. The evening concluded with live music in the clubhouse with local band Saviours of Soul filling the dance floor. Chris Wassell, The Club’s Chairman enthused: “It was great to see so many of the Horsham Community at this really important fundraising event. Much needed funds were raised for both the club and St Catherine’s Hospice and I’m happy to say that due to the success of the event, we will also be donating part of the funds raised on the night to local charity Chestnut Tree House. Thank you to all who came for your support and your continued support of our community club.” St Catherine’s is a local charity with big ambition: to help people facing death and bereavement and offer expert support and care when people need it most. Chestnut Tree House is a children’s charity providing hospice care services and community support for children and young people with progressive life-shorten

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Is life that bad or have we good reason to complain about it? Are we filled with righteous anger at a world gone wrong, or are we all just a bunch of whiny little brats? In short, are we spoiled? Come and watch as Byrne takes this question, turns it upside down and shakes it until the funny falls out. Go on, spoil yourself. Stand up, Irish comedian, Ed Byrne, originally intended to call the show, “I’ll Millennial You in a Minute”, but his promoter considered the title, “off-puttingly baffling”. They finally settled on Spoiler Alert, Ed byrne’s hilarious new show coming to the Hawth on Saturday 18 November.

Recognized as one of the finest observational comics in the industry, Ed’s television credits are countless (provided you’re really bad at counting); Mock The Week, Have I Got News For You, The Graham Norton Show, Live At The Apollo, The One Show, Comic Relief Bake Off 2015, The World’s Most Dangerous Roads and, most recently, he and Dara O Briain filmed the follow up their Big Adventure show for BBC2 entitled Dara and Ed’s Road to Mandalay. Performance: Saturday 18 November, 8pm, The Hawth Crawley. Tickets: £25.50, available from The Hawth Box Office: 01293 553636 or by visiting: hawth.co.uk

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Fernhurst Choral Society as you’ve never heard it before sings jazz and swing Fernhurst Choral Society will break new ground this month when it performs a concert of jazz and swing, accompanied by the Matt Robinson Jazz Trio. The principal piece is “A Little Jazz Mass”, by contemporary choral composer and former King’s Singer Bob Chilcott. The five short movements are a jazz interpretation of the Latin Mass, which has been described as “gorgeous, soulful music in an utterly original setting” by Oxford University Press. The concert will continue with classic American songs from the first half of the 20th century. These include Cole Porter’s “Every time we say goodbye” and “Let’s Do It”; George and Ira Gershwin’s “I got rhythm” and “A foggy day in London town”; Jerome Kern and Dorothy Fields’ “The way you look tonight”; Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein’s “All the things you are”; and Harold Arden and Yip Harburg’s “Over the rain-

bow” from The Wizard of Oz. Musical Director and conductor, Tim Ravalde said: “We’re really looking forward to this concert. It’s a departure from our usual repertoire and we’re enjoying getting to know something a bit different. We’re sure the audience will enjoy it too.” The concert is at 7.30pm Saturday 18 November 2017 at St Mary’s Church, Petworth. Tickets, £15.00 and £7.50 (under 14s and NUS students), are available from the FCS website: www.fernhurstchoralsociety.org.uk, Fernhurst Post Office, the Treasurer on 01428 654893, or on the door. The concert is in aid of The Hunter Centre, supporting those living with dementia. Concerts in 2018 include Mozart’s Requiem, Britten’s Rejoice in the Lamb and the Verdi Requiem. The Society can be followed on Facebook (Fernhurst Choral Society) and Twitter @FernhurstChoral.

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Mata Hari: Female Spy

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mud and hell of the trenches, one woman’s story begs to be told. Mata Hari, the most notorious female spy in history. Or was she? Using Mata Hari’s own words, performer Katharine Mary gives a powerful portrayal of a compelling woman, the world’s first femme fatale! From her upbringing in The Netherlands, to Indonesia, and the invention in Paris of her alterego, she reflects upon the events that have led her to the firing squad. Mata Hari muses, not only on her life, but also her legacy, and

this she shares with us in a direct piece of storytelling that never fails to hold interest. Katharine Mary offers us an incredibly precise performance and that precision is to be found right down to the ends of her fingertips. A feature of Robertson’s direction (he is also a solo physical performer himself) is that most of this attention to detail sinks into the piece. Performance: Saturday 25 November 8pm, The Hawth Crawley. Tickets: £16 (discount: £14), available from The Hawth Box Office: 01293 553636 or online: hawth. co.uk

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Interval Refreshments in aid of Chestnut Tree House Children’s Hospice Tickets: £11 : £10(concessions) : £9 (Friends) : £5 (children) Rock ‘n’ Roll Paradise, now in its eighth year, is back for 2017 with a jam-packed show in an exciting new format. The music plays the leading role as it takes audiences on a mystery rock and roll-a ride through those great days of the ‘50s and ‘60s, an era that changed music forever. The incredibly talented cast bring to life the spirit of the rock ‘n’ roll era, as a reminder of why this music has stood the test of time. The show pays tribute to a host of musical legends; Gene Vincent, Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash, The Big Bopper, Carl Perkins, Del Shannon, Eddie Cochran, the Everley Broth-

ers, Ritchie Valens, Ricky Nelson, Duane Eddy, Bobby Vee, Neil Sedaka, Connie Francis, Brenda Lee and the king himself – Elvis. As the jukebox makes the choices, no two performances will be the same. Each show will be crammed full, with the country’s finest tributes to rock ‘n’ roll’s stars performing the very best songs ever written and supported by the explosively dynamic Paradise Band. Behind the front men the Paradise Band are themselves some of the best live musicians you will see anywhere in the UK. Each has a passion for rock n roll and have worked with many household names through their careers,

including Helen Shapiro, Suzy Quatro, Bee Gees, The Sweet, Cockney Rebel, Wet Wet Wet, Marty Wilde and The Cavaliers. Brought to us by Lord Tim Croxford of Accelerator Entertainments: “This is a spectacular celebration of rock ‘n’ roll music at its very best, played with all the commitment and honesty that the originals, I hope, would be proud of”. Performance: Friday 3 November 2017, 7.30pm, The Capitol Theatre. Tickets: £23.50, Concession £22.50, available from The Capitol Box Office: 01403 750220 or online: www.thecapitolhorsham.com

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CHCS are getting in fine voice to perform the ‘Petite Messe Solennelle’ on 4 November at St. Mary’s church, Horsham. New Musical Director Alex Hodgkinson has injected lots of laughter into the Thursday evening rehearsals, and apart from reaching this even higher enjoyment level, he has got the choir into excellent shape for the concert. The words, musical parts, dynamics are all coming together to produce a treat on the night. Although Gioachino Rossini wrote the fugue in 1863 for just “12 singers of three sexes: male,

female and castrati […] in all, 12 cherubim”, you might be relieved to know that it will be performed by the regular . The accompaniment was two pianos and one harmonium; all together a low number of performers, explaining the ‘petite’ in the title. Interestingly, Rossini later wrote an orchestral version which included a soprano aria – but he never heard this performed as the Pope refused permission for female singers to perform in the church. After the November concert the choir will go straight into rehearsals for their Christmas Concert on

Thursday 14 December at the Chapel, Christ’s Hospital. There will be a brilliant range of carols, both well-known and more unfamiliar, to help you into the Christmas atmosphere. But – before then, to ensure a wonderful evening of music, do come and listen to the beautiful Little Solemn Mass. Performance: Saturday 4 November at St Mary’s Church, the Causeway, Horsham at 7.30 pm. Tickets: £5 - £11. For further information, please visit www. chchoralsoc.org, or contact Esther Clark on 01403 272978.

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Nov 4 The Capitol - North Street - Nov 04, 2017 - 3 p.m. Formby follows George Formby’s rise from awkward stable boy to one of Britain’s biggest stars. In a unique one-man performance Ewan Wardrop plays the role of Formby, as well as all the key characters involved in this fascinating slice of his life.

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Nov 7 The Springboard Project - Hurst Road - Nov 07, 2017 - 4 p.m. Do your children love LEGO? If so, come and join us at our LEGO Club which starts again on Tuesday October 31st, between 4pm-5pm at our Horsham house! Come along and have fun building our Lego sets or create your own Lego masterpiece.

BONFIRE & FIREWORKS Nov 6 Haywards Restaurant at The Bat & Ball - Wisborough Green - Nov 06, 2017 - 5:30 p.m. Join us on Monday 6th November for our annual Bonfire and Firework display here at The Bat and Ball. The fun kicks off at 17.30 with the lighting of the bonfire followed a little later by the firework display presented by Aurora Fireworks. call us on 01403 700199.

OPEN MIC Nov 8 The Cock Inn - Southwater - Nov 08, 2017 - 7:30 p.m. We have started having Open Mic nights every Wednesday night hosted by Acoustic Chaos. Tonight will be our 3rd one and they seem to be getting more and more popular. So any up and coming artists/ bands or fans are more than welcome to come down and enjoy.

WILLIAM THE CONQUERER TALK Nov 6 On Monday (6 November) Southwater Local History Group will welcome James Dickinson, who will present ‘ William the Conqueror - Southwater Local History Group talks take place in the Parish Council Chamber of Beeson House, Lintot Square, Southwater. Meetings start at 7.30 p.m. Non-members £3.00. Jeremy Senneck on tel 01403 731247.

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Nov 19 Paul Tonkinson is set to replace Keith Farnan on this year’s Big Sundae, Barntormers’ yearly offering of top quality comedy. Performance: Sunday 19 November, 7.30pm. Tickets: £12.50 in advance (£15 on the door), available from The Capitol Box Office: 01403 750220 or online: www. thecapitolhorsham.com

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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 23rd October 2017 and 27th October 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/17/2359 & DC/17/2358 Lydford Farmhouse Kings Lane Cowfold Horsham West Sussex RH13 8BD Conversion of stables to ancillary accommodation and construction of boundary wall (Listed Building) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. DC/17/2390 & DC/17/2391 Springlands Cottage Springlands Lane Henfield West Sussex BN5 9XA Replacement windows, removal/relocation ground floor partitions, new supporting post (Householder) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. DC/17/2386 & DC/17/2385 10 St Leonards Park House St Leonards Park Horsham West Sussex RH13 6EG Proposed attic conversion featuring installation of internal spiral staircase, 2x dormer windows to eastern roof slope, 2x skylights to western and northern roof slopes, flue pipe to northern roof slope. Installation of double doors to open garage and french style doors in place of existing ground floor window and removal of existing ground floor stud walls and associated alterations to layout. (Listed Building Consent) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. DC/17/2374 Byfleets Cottage Byfleets Lane Warnham Horsham West Sussex RH12 3RB Demolition of the existing conservatory and erection of single storey side and rear extension. Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building.

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DC/17/2377 Swallow Ridge Lynwick Street Rudgwick Horsham West Sussex RH12 3DG Provision of up to 6 residential dwellings and associated access, car parking and garaging - outline planning application with all matters reserved. Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. Conservation Area. DC/17/2379 Unit 10 Swan Walk Horsham West Sussex RH12 1HQ Partial-change of use of Unit 10 to facilitate the creation of 3 new retail units (Use Class A1) and a gym (Use Class D2) as well as enlargement of existing toilet facilities and mall space (sui generis) at ground and first floor level; creation of new floorspace at first floor (Use Class A1 and D2); partial change of use at first floor from Use Class A1 to D2, Use Class A1 to sui generis (mall space) and Use Class D2 to A1; and associated small scale external works including new skylights, service risers, staircase to roof and installation of windows Reason for Advert: Major Development.

DC/17/2355 5 Market Square Horsham West Sussex RH12 1EU Proposed new shopfront including removal of existing door and installation of new folding door Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. Conservation Area. S106/17/0018 Abingworth Meadows Storrington Road Thakeham West Sussex Discharge of planning obligations to applications DC/10/1314, DC/15/2547 and DC/15/1242: Village Hall Site, Cricket Pavilion and Changing Rooms specifications. Reason for Advert: Section 106. S106/17/0017 Ghyll House Farm Broadwater Lane Copsale West Sussex Modification/Discharge of planning obligations to approved application DC/12/0778, clauses 7.4, 7.6, 7.8 scheme for addressing contamination, 7.10, demolition of buildings, 7.11 removal of materials. Reason for Advert: Section 106.

DC/17/1934 Bay Cottage 38 Friday Street Warnham Horsham West Sussex RH12 3QX Installation of ground floor shower room with associated internal alterations and external extraction vent (Listed Building Consent) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. Conservation Area.

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DC/17/1869 Shepherds Cottage 8 London Road Pulborough West Sussex RH20 1AP Proposed repainting of external windows to dark grey (Listed Building Consent) Reason for Advert: Listed Building.

SDNP/17/05461/HOUS Catsland Farmhouse Bramlands Lane Woodmancote Proposal: Proposed erection of a detached single storey partially enclosed garage and store (Full Planning)

SDNP/17/05462/LIS Catsland Farmhouse Bramlands Lane Woodmancote Proposal: Proposed erection of a detached single storey partially enclosed garage and store (Listed Building Consent)

A copy of each application and the submitted plans are available for inspection on the Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website or the SDNP website.

Brock Taylor Rank in Top 1% of UK Estate Agents

Horsham based estate and lettings agent Brock Taylor has been announced as the 20th best estate agency for buying and selling in the Best Estate Agent Guide 2018. The guide assessed over 25,000 estate agents in the UK to identify the very best for consumers and has been created by independent industry experts the Property Academy, supported by property site Rightmove. The awards body rigorously reviewed estate agents over a 12 month period to create an independent and trustworthy guide. The process included using mys-

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tery shoppers to gain an in-depth understanding of customer service and performance, in addition to analysing over 50 million leads, 3 million transactions and 3 billion property views. Top 1% in the UK Brock Taylor were rated exceptional for their performance and to be placed in the top 100 means they rank in the top 1% of estate agents in the country. This achievement highlights the quality of service and success the agency consistently provides to buyers and sellers, continuing an impressive awards season. Entering this guide in the Top 20

was announced in the same month that the team won a UK Property Award in the Estate Agency category for West Sussex for the 8th consecutive year. The team were also shortlisted for Small Estate Agency of the Year and South East Agency of the Year for The Negotiator Awards 2017. Hosted this year by comedian Jimmy Carr, The Negotiator Awards is the most prestigious awards scheme in the residential property industry. Commitment to great results Peter Maskell, Managing Director, states, “The team are delighted to have ranked so highly in the Best Estate Agent Guide 2018 and

especially to be in the top 20 in the country. We’ve always been committed to offering the best service possible and this has been demonstrated by the high number of awards that we have won over recent years. Being in such a prime location in the town centre of Horsham means we welcome a high volume of enquiries from people looking to benefit from our impartial advice, further improved by our state of the art touch screen. Our ethos is always to be honest and offer exceptional customer service. The award solidifies our commitment to great results and I’d like to take this opportunity to thank our team for all of their hard work, and of course, to all the individuals, couples and families who have used our service since the company first opened in 1992. We’re all delighted by the recognition and will continue to work hard to maintain and improve our reputation in the area. To represent Horsham and Sussex on this national scale is also an honour.” The full Top 100 list in the Best Estate Agent Guide 2018 can be viewed here. If you live in Sussex, you can reach Brock Taylor, an innovative, multi-award winning independent estate agent for buying, selling, land, new homes and rental opportunities, on 01403 272022, sales@brocktaylor.co.uk, or by visiting 2-6 East Street, Horsham.

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WITH A NEW HOME AT HIGHWOOD YOU CAN HAVE IT ALL Highwood offers an unrivalled collection of contemporary new homes, set just a short walk from all of the amenities available in Horsham. With its tree lined avenues, riverside walks and exceptionally designed interiors, Highwood offers you a way to enjoy modern country living alongside the tradition, community and craftsmanship of a bygone era.

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Computer generated image is indicative only. Specification on site may differ. *Bellway reserve the right to refuse a Part Exchange, terms and conditions can be found at www.bellway.co.uk. **Help to Buy – Equity Loan. YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE OR ANY OTHER DEBT SECURED ON IT. Available on new build homes up to £600,000 subject to the Government ‘Help to Buy’ terms and conditions and only available to customers where a primary mortgage is secured. Not available on second or additional homes, buy-to-let and let-to-buy properties. HomeBuy agent eligibility check required. The equity loan is interest free for the first five years and needs to be a minimum of 10% of the purchase price up to a maximum of 20%. After five years, an annual fee of 1.75% of the outstanding equity loan is charged. This is increased annually by RPI plus 1%. Subject to status, terms and conditions apply.

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Situated in a sought after cul-de sac on the North side of Horsham. This spacious and well presented home falls within the North Heath MERRYFIELD DRIVE family l HORSHAM l £595,000 School catchment, school with outstanding reputation. A beautifullyapresented andan substantially improved and versatile three/four

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This spacious four/five bed detached home is situated within the cul-de-sac ofWORSFIELD Groombridge Way which is locatedGRN withinl the popular area of Hills Farm l WICKHURST £370,000 OIEO Lane andnew is aand short walk in to Horsham town centre. from a cul de sac A near well presented family home benefiting location within Wickhurst Green. This 3 / 4 bedroom semi-detached house built by Bovis to their ‘Sherbourne’ design.

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PRICE RANGE £399,950 to £429,950. A much improved 3 bedroom A beautifully completely refurbished three bedroom semi NELSON ROAD l HORSHAM l £375,000 OIEO link BROOMEpresented CLOSE and l HORSHAM l £375,000 Thefamily accommodation is arranged three floors and comprises; detached home situated within over a popular cul-de-sac location inentrance detached chalet-style bungalow situated in a popular side location This large extended four bedroom end of terrace familywest home offers a lot hallway, cloakroom, living/dining, modern kitchen, master bedroom with en within North Horsham. walking of separate the townreceptions, centre. large refitted kitchen area, for the money.distance Two large suite, family bathroom and 2 further bedrooms, allocated parking for 1 car.

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The well arranged accommodation comprises lounge,kitchen/breakfast room PRICE This spacious apartment two double bedroomsand is inwell the presented Forum, a modCentrally located in one of Horsham’s most popular cul-de-sac locations, this RANGE £400,000 towith £420,000. An extended three ,utility room, downstairs cloakroom, dining room and study. four bedrooms ern landmark development situated in the heart of Horsham town centre. spacious family home is in need of modernisation. The property is situated bedroom semi detached house is located on the popular west side of and a family bathroom. master bedroom with en suite. There is immediate access to the town’s vast facilities. within walking distance of theThe centre of this historic market town. Horsham.

Horsham Sports Club Senior/Head Groundsman required. Full time, 5 day week including a Saturday or Sunday. Salary by negotiation, dependant on experience. Horsham Sports Club is set in 12.1/2 acres with two cricket squares, grass net area, four grass tennis courts, one full and two junior size football pitches and some artificial playing surfaces. We wish to appoint an experienced Groundsman to be responsible for the efficient management and running of the ground including hedges and surrounds. Working with a small team, you will ensure all playing surfaces are kept and prepared/repaired to the highest standard including 1st class cricket. To ensure all equipment is properly maintained in accordance with manufacturers recommendations. The placement and maintenance of Club equipment e.g. sightscreens, boundary rope, mobile practice nets, football goals/nets and tennis posts/ nets. A full job description will be made available to candidates prior to interview. Please send your CV to Horsham Sports Club, Cricketfield Road, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1TE or e-mail it to hsc@ horshamsportsclub.com Interviews will take place in early November with an appointment being made shortly after, but this position will not be taken up until March 2018. This will give your current employer time to recruit a replacement.

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DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT... Sales Negotiator Required GL & Co are looking for a Sales Negotiator to join our busy Horsham branch. The successful candidate will drive viewings and be excellent at negotiating sales through to completion, If you have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in estate agency, work hard to deliver outstanding results, can be part of a team and the ability to adapt to our independent family run business that rewards well and builds long term relationships with our staff and customers, then please apply by sending your CV to operations@glproperty.co.uk or call in to the branch. full time, part time and job share considered

We’ve been using the District Post every since it ﬁrst started and have always seen a fantastic return on investment from our adverts. The team there are fantastic, very accomodating and always willing to help with last minute requirements. They make the advertising process very simple and provide a variety of options to suit diﬀerent budgets. Advertising with them is an essential for our business and is part of each and every campaign we run.

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Horsham promise only to disappoint again Saturday October 28 – South League – Premier – Division 1 Horsham Men’s 1st XI 2 4 London Wayfarers Hockey Martin Read - Sports Reporter Like Horsham, prior to this game, London Wayfarers had played 4 games and won just one, and had scored only 8 goals – the second lowest in the league (they had, though, only conceded 9). So, Wayfarers were undoubtedly a target for Horsham to get their season back on track. Yet, sadly, after Horsham’s impressive win in the first week of the season, their performances have subsided into the unfortunately regular pattern of keeping opponents out for 50 minutes only to then leak a batch of goals to lose by a distance – and that is what happened against Wayfarers. Their early short corner was batted away by Andy Isaacs in the Horsham goal before Jamie Groves responded with an attack and in end to end play Horsham were getting the ball, earning another short with Angus MacDonald denied. Sustained Wayfarers pressure got them four more set pieces, but the first half finished goal-less. Wayfarers came back out fighting, only to hit the post with Isaacs stranded, then they shot

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wide before a well-worked short put them ahead. But Sam MacDonald immediately opened up Wayfarers defence to equalise. Two Horsham short corners followed, Ellis Woolley crashing home the second to give Horsham the lead. Physical Wayfarers, though, promptly scythed through Horsham’s back line to thread the ball home before blasting their seventh short into the top left corner. They then had two more short corners, the second of which was converted, giving them an unassailable 2-4 advantage. Joey Humphreys and Woolley unleashed full length runs, but it was too late, Horsham losing their fourth consecutive game to remain just above relegation territory. Horsham Hockey Chairman Nick Evans told the District Post: “Very disappointing! We got ourselves into a winning position but let Wayfarers back in. We really should be able to beat opposition like this.” On Saturday Horsham Men visit sixth-placed Bromley & Beckenham, while the Ladies 1s return to league action to take on lowly Staines at Christs Hospital (13.30). Staines have lost all four of their games to date, conceding 34 goals and failing to find the net themselves, both statistics being the worst in the league to date

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Saturday October 28 – London 2 South East Horsham 47 22 Pulborough Rugby Martin Read - Sports Reporter Both sides needed victory points – Horsham to get back into title-chasing contention after winning their first four games, but losing their last two, and Pulborough, who lost their first three matches but won two out of the last three anxious to pull clear of the relegation zone. A

spicey local derby was in prospect, and, initially Pulborough worried Horsham, taking an early lead, but as the second half wore on Horsham took control and ran out clear winners. It was a red letter day at Coolhurst, which saw the opening of the new state-of-the-art changing room building, Melina Greensmith (Sport England Grants Manager) cutting the ribbon with Gavin Ross – President of Sussex RFU and dignitaries from Horsham and Pulborough in attendance. The large crowd, many

fortified by a popular Vice President’s lunch, were entertained by what Horsham Head Coach Nick Stocker described as: “A much improved home performance, with the set piece providing better ball.” Brad Game, though, got over the line for Boro in the second minute when he latched onto an errant Horsham pass to charge home in the corner. With Horsham Captain Tom Johnson sidelined by a serious knee injury and Boro skipper Simon Burfiend also incapacitated, both sides had players out of position, but Horsham soon reduced the deficit when Joe Wilde kicked a penalty, before scoring a try to give Horsham a temporary lead. Boro responded with a Dan Bullock try, converted by Frazer OliphantHope, to put them 8-12 ahead. In see-sawing fortunes Michael Tredgett then added a try for Horsham, kicked over by Wilde, until Oliphant-Hope’s penalty equalised for Boro. However, Horsham were asserting their authority with Nick Bell getting under the posts, Wilde adding the extras and then Declan Nwachukwu set off on a trademark burst, Wilde again kicking successfully to give the Green & Whites a 29-15 advantage at the break. Resuming, Wilde’s boot added to Horsham’s tally and worse followed for somewhat dispirited Boro when first Jonny Whiting smashed through, followed by Jake Lowe, Wilde again obliging to put Horsham 47-15 in front after another penalty. The game was up for Boro and although Oliphant-Hope converted a late opportunist Harry Bullock try, that was but scant consolation, Nick Stocker summing up with: “Our physicality made a reappearance for the first time in a couple of weeks and ultimately that proved the difference.” On Saturday Horsham – still fourth - travel to Heathfield & Waldron (9th) who, last week, were well beaten by Charlton Park, while Pulborough entertain Old Alleynians (8th). OA’s lost 36-0 to Haywards Heath, whom Boro beat at home recently. Dartfordians remain top with seven consecutive wins, while Barking, yet to better an opposition, are rooted to the basement.

Light at end of Horsham FC tunnel as new ground nears reality Football Martin Read - Sports Reporter Horsham Football Club is edging towards construction of its long-awaited new home at the Horsham Golf & Fitness complex at the Hop Oast end of the Worthing Road. The club vacated its former Queen Street ground in 2008, having been there since 1904, and the last nine years have been a tortuous process of planning applications and successive ground sharing arrangements, Lancing

being the club’s latest temporary HQ. But, when the new ground opens with its state of the art clubhouse and two pitches it will have been well worth the lengthy wait. There will be the main pitch for adult matches and another, smaller one, for mini minor football. Horsham Chairman Kevin Borrett says: “It is seven months since the historic day at Horsham District Council when our application was approved. After that we have had to wait to see if there were any moves to seek a Judicial Review to challenge

the planning decision in the High Court, during which time we were unable to carry out any work.” As that period has now elapsed, the club are able to move forward to satisfy the ecological conditions of the planning consent, the first part of which is to trap and relocate any great crested newts found on site, Horsham CEO John Lines telling the District Post: “Now that we have obtained a licence from Natural England, a specialist ecological company is currently working on the newt project, which should be resolved

by the middle of November.” Kevin Borrett continued: “There are many more conditions to satisfy, but if all goes to schedule we are expecting to proceed to a financial completion with Reside, our development partners at the Holbrook Club.” The construction of houses on part of the Holbrook Club will provide the funding for Horsham Football Club’s new home, for which a shortlist of contractors have submitted detailed quotations and the club will soon be

entering into contracts with their favoured partner, with the expressed aim of being ready for football by September 2018. The new ground will provide much needed facilities for young footballers and a social venue for the local community, Kevin Borrett summing up with: “These are exciting times at Horsham Football Club and the continued following of supporters is welcomed and highly valued by all of the Board and Committee.”

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Horsham happy to share points in defensive tussle Saturday October 28 – The Bostik League – South Division Horsham 0 0 South Park Football Martin Read - Sports Reporter A goal-less draw may not sound terribly inspiring but in the end both sides were relatively happy to share the points, courtesy of tight defending at both ends. Horsham have notched up five points from their last three league outings and although South Park have been letting in goals of late, they are eight places above Horsham in the table and have scored 29 times themselves, a tally bettered by only two out of

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the other 23 sides in the league. The first real shot of substance came from the Hornets when Dean Bown collected a George Landais pass but was unable to fulfil. Both goalkeepers were then in action – Callum Thomas for the Sparks negating a long range Hakeem Adelakun effort before Brannon Daly – in his first outing for the Hornets – gathered off the post to keep Kieran Lavery at bay. Charlie Farmer then headed wide for the Hornets, neither side securing an advantage at the break. Soon after the restart the Hornets unsuccessfully appealed for a penalty, but few opportunities were being created, although Daly was called upon to clear an ambi-

tious attempt from outside the area. Another prospective penalty for the Hornets came and went when the referee waved play on after substitute Toby House was floored, following which Horsham pressed for a decider, but Farmer’s shot was parried away. Then, with the visiting keeper looking vulnerable, House found the top of the crossbar, but Landais was unable to crash in the rebound and his subsequent header was off target in the Hornet’s first goalless draw since they entertained Guernsey at Gorings Mead in January. Horsham Manager Dom Di Paola, though, was pleased enough to settle for a clean sheet all round.

YMCA stun league leaders in memorable win

Horsham progress in dynamic second half bounce back Tuesday October 31 – The Velocity Trophy Round 2 Walton Casuals 1 3 Horsham Football Martin Read - Sports Reporter Horsham battled through to the third round of the Velocity Trophy – the League Cup – with an impressive second half display, winning at a canter after being a goal down. This was their second visit to the new state-of-the-art Elmbridge Sports Hub – in September the Hornets drew 1-1 in the league in the first ever match there. Coming into this game, Walton were 10 places above Horsham in the table, so this was a creditable win for the Hornets in a hard fought, competitive match. In end to end play both sides had goal scoring opportunities but Steve Metcalf saw his shot blocked by Stags’ keeper Denzel Gerrar before Michael Hunter in the Hornets’ goal negated a Stags attempt. Then the keepers were in action again when Gerrar pushed out Jack Hartley’s shot and Hunter snuffed out Alex Kelly’s drive. The Stags then fired wide, followed by Alex Duncan clearing off the Hornets’ line. The Stags, though, were not having everything entirely their own way – a George Landais curler just

evaded the goal, but Duncan had to thwart another Stags foray, neither side having an advantage at the break. Horsham’s secure defence had been a feature of the first half, but it was found wanting soon after the re-start when Joe Shelley’s back pass was latched onto, enabling the Stags to go one up. The Hornets responded positively, only for Landais to head just wide, but they equalised shortly afterwards when, after the same player had a goal disallowed - offside, a good build up put Toby House clear and he made no mistake. Horsham were now in the ascendance, a Landais volley was safely gathered but the Hornets went ahead when substitute Dean Bown’s shot passed the Stags’ keeper. Then, with just eight minutes left, the Hornets twisted the knife, Steve Metcalf crashing in from a corner. Horsham’s win earns them a third round tie versus Dulwich Hamlet at a date to be confirmed. On Saturday Horsham travel across Kent to play Faversham Town (20th – two places below the Hornets), then on Tuesday (November 7), in another league match, they visit 16th placed Chipstead, against whom Horsham lost 1-2 at Lancing in September.

YMCA trim Wick Tuesday October 28 Sussex Royal Ulster Rifles Charity Cup – Round 3 Horsham YMCA 3 0 Wick Football Martin Read - Sports Reporter

Saturday October 28 Macron Store Southern Combination Football League – Premier Division Horsham YMCA 1 0 Haywards Heath Town Football Martin Read - Sports Reporter It was Comedy Night at the Gorings Mead Clubhouse last Saturday, and it was YM who were laughing at the end of a game when they had turned over the league leaders, who had probably anticipated grabbing all three points. YM’s defence kept Heath at bay, goalkeeper Aaron Jeal having an outstanding game. Post match

YM Manager Peter Buckley said: “We’ve turned the corner – to get a clean sheet win against Haywards Heath is a great achievement – they’ve been in terrific form, and, as last season, are very difficult opponents for YM, so the players knew that they had to be at their very best. Our recent games have all been against top of the table clubs - we got an away draw at Chichester City and then beat Saltdean United, Eastbourne Town and now Haywards Heath.” After their erratic start to the season, YM’s good run moves them up to 10th in the table, exactly half way. Heath have a good defensive record and successfully negated YM’s forays in a first half in which Heath themselves

were denied from finalising their own goal scoring opportunities, neither side netting up to the break. The game continued in similar vein after the re-start and the deadlock was not broken until the 75th minute, when ever-dependable Phil Johnson got through to find the net from close range in a rare YM strike. Heath responded positively but YM successfully closed the game down, holding their nerve in the tense final minutes. Heath’s assessment was: “This was a frustrating day for us – we were punished by a single goal and thwarted by the inspired host keeper – our Man of the Match. Not a good day for us, but well done to YM: thank you for your hospitality and best of luck for the rest of the season.” YM’s attention now switches to Sussex Royal Ulster Rifles Charity Cup action with a Third Round tie against Wick at Gorings Mead. Wick were relegated from the SCFL Premiership last season, but, currently second in Division 1, are hoping to go back up at the first attempt. The YM First Team are eager to emulate the high-flying YM U21’s recent result when they beat their Wick counterparts 3-0 at Crabtree Park.

YM hustled through to the Quarter Final of the RUR Cup – having already secured a similar berth in the Peter Bentley competition. Wick, though, provided spirited opposition: they were relegated from the SCFL Premiership last year but, now second in Division 1, they have scored 44 goals and conceded just 11, so were worthy opponents, keeping YM on their toes. With Dave Brown and Charlie Cooke injured and Luke Donaldson cup tied there were enforced changes, but, once again the YM defence came up trumps, consistently negating Wick attacks. Wick, though had an early opportunity, but ballooned the ball over, then YM had corners at each side before Sam Schaaf fired at Wick keeper Keelan Belcher. With YM creating pressure a goal was inevitable, and it came in the 10th minute when Phil Johnson scored from close range. Next, a YM free kick found the arms of Keelan, followed by a Sam Schaaf side footer headed over for another corner, but the score remained 1-0 at the break. On resumption a Johnson strike just eluded the goal and the same player blazed over after a great Tom Frankland run. But Johnson

made amends with a pinpoint cross for Frankland to slide into the goal with a defender in attendance. Wick chances were now few and far between, but Aaron Jeal was called upon to catch a pile-driver. At the other end a YM cross went unfulfilled and a corner was gathered but propelled straight at the keeper, and Schaaf unleashed consecutive volleys ahead of a rare Wick corner. But, with the visitors committed in the home goalmouth, YM immediately broke away, Schaaf completing an outstanding goal to put YM 3-0 ahead and the result beyond all doubt, not that it had ever seriously been in question. Two more YM corners followed, but, despite practising set piece training routines, conversion has dried up. Post match YM Manager Peter Buckley paid tribute to Wick – who have won the RUR Cup three times – saying: “Considering Wick’s goal scoring record we knew that we’d have to be well organised and we were, despite having players out of position.” On Saturday YM visit the Dockers (Newhaven) – ninth, one place above YM in the league, before a tough game against Bostik League South leaders Lewes in the Parafix Sussex Senior Cup at the Dripping Pan on Wednesday (November 8), Peter Buckley adding: “The last time we went there we beat them 4-1, but they’re a good side, riding high, so we’ll need to be on our mettle again.”