The District Post 2nd February 2018 by The District Post

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Horsham’s happiest family festival returns

Film Awards plonk up for grabs

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Barns Green’s Liam Tamne battling for Eurovision glory martin read

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Wednesday February 7th will be another big day in the burgeoning show business career of local boy Liam Tamne. Having got through to the final six contestants, on that day Barns Green resident Liam will be going head to head in competition with the five other contenders on live BBC TV to earn the right to perform our Eurovision Song in Portugal on May 12th. Liam is no stranger to our screens – he wowed all four judges with his audition on The Voice and was coached by Will.i.Am. On The Voice, his version of Kate Bush’s This Woman’s Work led Kate to enthuse that he is “a fantastic singer with a special talent.” And, Liam has many strings to his bow – he trained as an actor and his impressive repertoire includes Raoul in Phan-

tom of the Opera and Link Larkin in Hairspray, shows in which he was given full rein to display his formidable talent for emotional renditions. Speaking about “Astronaut” – his song for the Eurovision

Before going on stage I always do a silly song and dance to try to relax – and I always speak to my late Nan, too! eliminator – Liam says: “It’s so relatable and emotional! We always need someone to pick us up and help us through times in our lives that are challenging and sad. We have to help others to soar in life and to be true to who they are.” Liam is a self-confessed “huge reality TV

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fan”, being especially keen on Big Brother. And, Eurovision has always captivated Liam’s imagination, too, he confirms: “I love how all of the amazing countries come together and celebrate equality and unity, expressing their music in different ways. It’s so moving and inspiring to so many people around the world.” Last year Portugal won the Eurovision Song Contest (for the first time), so, in accordance with tradition, they will host May’s show – the 63rd show - presented by four female presenters from the Altice Arena in Lisbon, when 43 countries will compete. The arena has the capacity for 20,000 spectators and is one of the largest indoor venues in Europe – and, of course, there will be many millions watching on TV around the world. So, how will Liam steady his nerves? “Before going on stage I always do a silly song and dance to try to relax – and I always speak to my late Nan, too!” More on page 5

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During Christmas, the Rotary Club of Storrington & Pulborough District piloted a project that would provide a service to the Community while, at the same time, help to ‘green’ our area. Christmas Trees were collected from residents after twelfth night then recycled at an Ashington farm to provide material for use on the farm - all for a minimum donation of £5 per tree. The scheme was publicised by labelling trees in garden centres and handing out leaflets during Rotary’s Christmas collection. Collecting the trees in the Storrington, Pulborough and Ashington areas went smoothly, thanks to the assistance and hard work provided by Chanctonbury Lions Club and by Chris & Len Earl. A total of 100 trees were collected, raising approximately £600, all of which is being donated to Chestnut Tree House Children’s Hospice. All the trees have now been chipped with the residue ready for use around the farm. The chip-

ping operation was undertaken by Rob Dakin of Findon Valley Tree Care who completed the project in a thoroughly professional way and donated his fee to the charity. Rotary’s project coordinator, Tony Vaughan, said: “We are really pleased with how the project went and given the very positive comments by many residents, we anticipate an even larger number of trees next year. For a small donation, residents can avoid all the inconvenience and mess of transporting trees to the tip or burning them, knowing that they will have a ‘green’ end use and that a very worthwhile charity will benefit in the process.” Storrington & Pulborough District Rotary Club has stated that it is grateful to all of its partners in this venture, including Chanctonbury Lions, Chris & Len Earl and Findon Valley Tree Care; to the participating Christmas Tree retailers (Big Plant Nursery, Gatley’s Country Store and Oldfield Stables); and particularly to all the local residents who supported the project.

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Farlington School ran a joint STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and Careers initiative recently for Years 7, 8 and 9. Dan Simons facilitated a Marine Engineering Workshop on behalf of the Sea Cadets and the Seafarers’ Association for female students. It started with a discussion of what a career in engineering, and more specifically marine engineering, actually involves and corrected some common misconceptions. They then looked at the science of buoyancy. Some of the guesses as to what the percentages of engineers in the UK are female were far off the mark, but showed that the students have a healthy disregard for gender stereotyping in sciencebased careers. Most of the workshop involved teams of students building a boat out of wire, paper and foil to specific dimensions and testing them

to see how many marbles they could carry before they sank. The students’ ingenuity and practical application of their science knowledge was very impressive and, as a result, the number of marbles a simple small paper boat could carry was far greater than you would expect. The winning boat, named EHN3000 by its design team of Holly, Emma, Naomi and Cara, carried an astounding 279 marbles. This smashed the previous record from all the workshops around London and the South East of 210 marbles. The Science Department is, of course, delighted by the fact that Farlington School now holds the record for best boat (and, unofficially, for best boat names!) but the way every single student took an active part in the workshop, and worked together to design and build their boats, was just as impressive.

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Southern’s Jim is blooming brilliant!

Southern’s outgoing Station Manager for Littlehampton, Arundel, Horsham and other stations along the Arun Valley, has been recognised for his 10 years of dedicated support for the Aldingbourne Trust, a charity which supports adults with a learning disability. The trust works with Southern

to provide beautiful flower displays across 30 different stations on the West Coastway and Brighton Mainline. Southern donates funds to help the group undertake this work, providing the opportunity for those involved to develop their confidence and life skills. Without this joint work, many of them would simply stay at home.

Ben, one of the members of the group, presented station manager Jim Cumming with a ‘thank you’ card, plus two flower-filled planters, in recognition of everything he has done to support the group over the decade they have worked together. He explained: “We are sad it’s Jim’s last day with us, but thank him ever so much for all his service over the years.” Patti, one of the group’s coordinators, added: “We are going to miss Jim so much. He’s made such a difference to so many lives, over the years, that we can’t thank him enough.” Jim said: “It’s been a true pleasure working with all over the Aldingbourne Trust over the years and I thoroughly appreciate everything the group does to improve the experience at our stations.” The partnership between Southern and the Aldingbourne Trust started over 10 years ago, with the trust tending flowers at just three stations, including Arundel. Over the years, as they have continued to showcase their work, and often at the request of local station managers, they have expanded their reach to cover more and more stations. While many of the station managers involved have changed over the years, Jim has always been the key point of contact for the group, going out of his way to support their efforts. Jim is moving on to work as a station manager at Brighton station. Steve So, an experienced station manager from the Hove area, has taken over from Jim and will work with the trust in the years to come.

Win wines served at the EE BAFTA Film Awards from Champagne Taittinger and Villa Maria

On February 18 the great and the good of the film world will come together to celebrate the best in film at the EE British Academy Film Awards in 2018. To celebrate the occasion, we are offering three of our readers the chance to win an exclusive BAFTA-labelled bottle of Champagne Taittinger Brut Réserve NV and Villa

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Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc 2017 and Villa Maria Private Bin Pinot Noir 2016 - the exact same wines that guests will be enjoying during the BAFTA awards ceremony evening. Champagne Taittinger and Villa Maria’s partnerships with BAFTA pay tribute to their support and love of the arts. Taittinger is the only leading Champagne house to remain owned and actively managed by the family named on the label. Taittinger is widely available. Visit www.taittinger.com @TaittingerUK. Villa Maria has been New Zealand’s most awarded winery for over 30 years and remains proudly family-owned. Villa Maria wines are widely available in all good retailers. Visit www.villamaria.co.nz @ VillaMaria_UK

Terms & Conditions: Entrants must be 18 or over and must provide a mainland UK address and telephone number for delivery. The questions: 1. What are the three grape varieties used in champagne. 2. In which year was the Villa Maria estate founded in New Zealand? Correct entries received by 5pm on February 18 will be drawn by the District Post’s managing director Davey Pearson and the first three will receive the prizes of three wines each. They will be delivered to their homes. All entries must be submitted by e mail to dpearson@ thedistrictpost.co.uk. The editor’s decision on winners is final. Visit www.bafta.org for more information on the awards.

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Music and up Karaoke Gro Horsham District Council’s successful Reaching Higher Project is adding an exciting new activity to the list of activities it already offers to children with additional needs. Our new Music and Karaoke Group offers disabled children and adults the chance to experience Guitar, Drum and Vocal lessons in a professional recording studio as well as the opportunity to sing their favourite songs on our new Karaoke stage. Venue QM Studios, behind the Drill Hall, Denne Road, Horsham Dates Friday 12 January – Friday 23 March 2018 (excluding half term on Friday 16 February) Times 4.15pm – 6pm Cost

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Annual Bird Box Building

Copsale Village Hall kicked off National Village Halls week (22-28 January) with the ever popular annual Bird Box Building event. Despite the sleet and the rain, participants turned out, armed with hammers, to put together a bird box to take home. Local timber merchants, Wenban Smith, once again generously supported the event by donating the wood for the boxes, which was sawn into the required lengths by a Hall Trustee to create the individual kits. During a very noisy morning, nails were hammered through wood and, by the end, nearly

30 boxes had been constructed. Many participants enjoyed a bacon roll and hot drink before heading home to hang their boxes. The Hall is a former cricket pavilion and has been in Copsale for over a century. Plans have been drawn up to improve the facilities on offer, whilst maintaining the unique character of this old building. Fundraising has now started to secure the future of the Hall for the next 100 years. To find out what’s on, please visit: www.copsalehall.com or look at the Copsale Village Hall facebook page.

Time capsule for future Thakeham generations

Children at Thakeham Pre-School took great delight in filling a time capsule to be buried in the gardens of their new premises at Abingworth Meadows ready for future generations to discover. Oakford Homes, who are building the neighbouring new homes in conjunction with Abingworth

Developments, donated the time capsule to mark the pre-school’s arrival at Abingworth Meadows. The pre-school already forms an integral part of Thakeham village community and is set to prosper even further in its specially designed new building. “We are delighted to offer this

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Please don’t put this in your rubbish bin, even small electrical items and batteries should be taken to your local Household Waste Recycling Site where they are recycled into new things!

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Horsham district’s residents are generally excellent at recycling; the recycling is mostly clean and in good condition for reprocessors to make it into new stuﬀ. However recent analysis of Horsham’s waste has shown that a large amount of recycling is still being thrown in the rubbish bin, along with other items that can be recycled elsewhere. The info graphic opposite shows what was found and how these materials can be reduced, reused or recycled. • Did you know that you can recycle empty aerosol cans and clean foil in your blue-top bin?

gesture,” said Coralie Thomas who presented the time capsule to the pre-school manager, Sharon Rance, on behalf of Oakford Homes. “Having such a wonderful pre-school at Abingworth Meadows is a real bonus for the growing community here and we’re delighted to see the children settling in so quickly to their new home.” Sharon Rance added, “It was wonderful to receive the time capsule from Oakford Homes. We asked all the children what they thought would be the best things to go into it for future boys and girls to discover one day. So as well as some of the special pictures that they’ve made, they voted for a Peppa Pig toy to go in and one little girl wanted to put a feather in there so we’ve included that too.” A history of the pre-school, a staff photo and photos of the current intake of children were also added before the time capsule was sealed. It was then buried in a corner of the outdoor play area and will hopefully remain undiscovered for many years. Abingworth Meadows will feature amenities for all generations, including football pitches, a cricket green with a pavilion, a village store and a new village hall, due to open later this year. For more information about Thakeham Pre-School, contact Sharon Rance on 01798 817437.

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Leader calls for long term funding solution from government

Leader Louise Goldsmith ‘The future of vital services will be at risk if government does not take a long term view on local authority funding.’ That’s the stark message from Leader of West Sussex County Council, Louise Goldsmith, who has recently taken the ‘incredibly hard’

decision to recommend a further rise in council tax of 1 per cent, to help cope with rising demand for core services, including child protection and adult social care. Recommendations to take advantage of the extra 1 per cent, as offered by government earlier this month, were put to the council’s Performance and Finance Select Committee for scrutiny by councillors last month. This would bring the council tax raise for West Sussex residents to 4.95 per cent – the equivalent of an additional 12.6p per week for the average Band D council tax payer. The committee endorsed the Medium Term Financial Strategy and draft revenue budget for 2018/19. The proposals were discussed by the County Council’s Cabinet on January 30 and will be voted on at the Full Council meeting on February 16. Louise Goldsmith said: “It could be easy to forget just how wide reaching the services we provide are. We are there for our residents from the day they are born until the day they die. We are the biggest provider of care, bar the hospitals, in the county. We keep our older people safe from harm and independent for longer, we keep children safe, in care and at home, we protect them and support them and we educate them. We are the Fire and Rescue service, keeping

people safe in an emergency and preventing those emergencies in the first place. We are there to keep our county moving by keeping our roads running, our potholes filled. “One way or another, there is little part of life in West Sussex that we are not responsible for or involved in. None of this we do lightly. But we need to plan, we need to be able to continue to evolve and grow, as the issues and demands change, and we simply can’t do that with a short term view of our finances. “It is wrong for us, and County Council’s across the country, to continue to have to be reliant on taxing our residents in the current piecemeal way every year to attempt to plug the gap left by central government. “We have played our part well, when Government asked us to, and taken more than 30 per cent out of our budget at exactly the same time as demand and need rises. It’s time that the Government supports us with a properly funded long term settlement that enables us to plan and prepare for the challenges we know are ahead and in particular to help our growing elderly population. “We are not alone in West Sussex; This is a national problem that deserves a national answer. I, and many other council leaders have been asking for years for a long

term solution to local government finances.” Mrs Goldsmith explained that it went against all her instincts to consider taking the ‘incredibly hard decision’ to raise council tax when she knows some residents are struggling with their own finances, but added that it would also be against her instincts to not offer the high quality services that the residents deserve: “This decision would mean that vital services can continue to run and be developed without us having to make extremely difficult decisions about the future of some those services we know our residents rely on. It would also mean we can move forward more quickly on key priorities, as set out in our West Sussex Plan, to support those people who are struggling and the most vulnerable in our society. This includes proposals to tackle homelessness in the county, working with our local authority partners to increase the amount of temporary accommodation available, improving the safety of our roads, accelerating our programmes on solar energy, adding to the hardship fund we hold to help residents when they need it the most, developing a programme of volunteering in the county, as well as developing our infrastructure locally and making sure we support our residents by developing their life chances.”

Liam’s song for Eurovision Continued from front page Liam’s song – Astronaut – has been written by a talented team of experienced songsmiths – Ashley Hickling has composed songs for major international artists and for Belgium’s Eurovision entries in 2010 and 2014. Jacob Pedersen is a fresh new Danish lyricist, Jeanette Bonde is a highly regarded singer in Denmark and tours regularly, while another Dane, Rune Braager, has written Danish entries, and for Andorra, too. The initial selection programme (Eurovision: You Decide) will be broadcast from Brighton – scene of Abba’s famous Eurovision triumph with Waterloo in 1974. The show goes out live on Wednesday February 7th from 7.30pm on BBC2. Liam will be up against tough competition from the five other hopefuls and we wish him the very best of luck! Liam’s song – Astronaut can be heard via this link – http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p05vvv3d

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Westlake House care home in Horsham prepared a traditional Burns Night Supper to the tune of bagpipes and capers, which continued well into the wee small hours! Staff and residents at the

home were involved in a number of activities singing and learning the art of Scottish Country music, to mark the Scottish institution, including giving the time-honoured address to the ‘Great chieftain O’ the pudding’ race’ – the Haggis. Elizabeth Higson, General Manager at Westlake House, thought it was a perfect occasion to celebrate an evening steeped in age-old tradition as well as getting in a spot of Scotch whisky tasting whilst singing the medley of Burns’ songs. Everyone enjoyed the Dundee cakes. Ryan McFee said: “Our residents have enjoyed a hearty meal of Scotch broth, Haggis with neeps and tatties. I have enjoyed preparing them as the residents have been looking forward to the occasion.” A resident at the home said: “I enjoyed acting out the part of the whisky-bearer and asking everyone to raise a dram to toast the Haggis, I actually preferred my Rose wine as the whisky was too strong for me’’. Westlake House is one of more than 200 care homes belonging to Barchester Healthcare that has built up excellent reputations within its local communities. The home regularly holds events and activities for its residents and surrounding neighbours.

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Family finances in the Horsham Horsham Organ/Keyboard area ‘at breaking point’ according Society 40th Anniversary to leading money advice charity As the post-Christmas blues take effect and credit card bills land on the doormat, many families in Horsham District face a financial crisis around this time of year, according to local debt advice charity Horsham Debt Advice Service. The charity is part of Community Money Advice’s national network of advice centres, where trained debt advisers offer free, confidential, face-to-face advice and support to help people find relief from debt and financial hardship, and was featured on the BBC’s Inside Out programme (Monday 15 January on BBC1), which focused on consumer debt problems. Recent statistics from the Bank of England show unsecured consumer debt has increased by 19% in the past 5 years and currently stands at £201.5bn. Household debt has been growing much faster than household income and the Office for Budget Responsibility predicts unsecured household debt will reach 47% of income by 2021. Total consumer debt including mortgages is now over £1.5 trillion. Mike Bone, Chairman of Horsham Debt Advice Service explained: “In the last year, Horsham Debt Advice Service has helped 35 more families struggling with debt and financial problems. Family budg-

ets are often extremely tight, and it is very easy to find debts spiral out of control, particularly when family circumstances change. “Our trained advisors offer free, confidential face to face advice. Those struggling from debt tell us of the relief they find from talking with an advisor who can help them start to resolve the prob-

lems. We rely on a team of dedicated team of trained and knowledgeable volunteers to provide this essential service, which is funded by Horsham Churches Together.” Community Money Advice supports a network of 157 local money advice centres. In 2017, the centres supported 9,033 families struggling with £110 Million debt. 17,854 people affected by debt were supported by their caseworkers. Community Money Advice are concerned that spiralling levels of unsecured consumer debt and low wage growth is leaving many family budgets at

breaking point. This is affecting families across a wide range of livelihoods. Heather Keates, Chief Executive of Community Money Advice, said: “It is concerning to see consumer debts at record levels at a time of year when families often face their greatest financial pressures. Every day in Community Money Advice centres, caseworkers see, firsthand, the distress financial worries place upon individuals and families. The Christmas and New Year holidays should bring families together, however, so often money worries can drive families apart. We urge anyone experiencing debt and money problems to seek free professional help - it is possible to find freedom from the stranglehold of debt.” Community Money Advice encourage anyone who is experiencing stress from money problems to seek professional help. For further information, please call Horsham Debt Advice Service: 01403 258040 or email: hdas@btconnect. com

On Wednesday 10 January, the Horsham Organ/Keyboard Society met at the YMCA in Horsham for their 40th and last Anniversary Meeting. The Society, started by Mike Randon and Ian Wollen, had grown from strength to strength over the years with many talented players. The evening was a

celebration of 40 wonderful years of listening to great music and making so many friends. During the evening, the Society presented their three chosen charities with cheques; Billingshurst Macmillan Group were delighted to receive one of the cheques for the amount of £1000.

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Approximately 170 pupils, parents and teachers from Forest, Millais and Tanbridge House schools attended Collyer’s “Not Going to Uni” (NG2U) Year 10 and 11 Evening. Facilitated by Collyer’s Deputy Principal Steve Martell, the packed audience posed questions to a panel of experts from industry, during a lively event in Collyer’s Duckering Hall. The session was planned by Employability Programme Co-ordinator, Lucy Hargreaves, with help from Hannah Roberts. Collyer’s students Nishat Zaman and Tom Williams, who study Employability alongside their academic subjects, also assisted with the management of the event on the night, to gain valuable experience in this field of work. Experts on the panel quizzed by a packed Duckering Hall audience were: former Collyer’s student and now Assurity Consulting’s

Callum Byrne, Grant Thornton’s Ali Hainsworth, who also studied at Collyer’s; Nestle’s Haleema Baker-Mir, Hazel Holland (AON Hewitt); Ex-Collyer’s students James Seddon-Smith (Red River/ Chichester University) and Chris Tod (South Lodge Hotel); Gatwick Airport’s Hannah Wickman, Michael Crane (Thales); Ben Powell (National Citizen Service), Jamie Hickman (Horsham District Council) and Professor Dave Cooper from Chichester University. Each answered questions on areas including A-level and BTEC courses at Collyer’s, apprenticeships, alternative routes, sponsored exams, degree apprenticeships, sponsored degrees and ‘employability’ skills. Steve Martell, who teaches the ground-breaking Employability course at the college, was delighted: “Massive thanks to our knowledgeable and inspiring

speakers, and to Lucy Hargreaves and Hannah Roberts for event planning the session so brilliantly. Big thanks also go to students Nishat and Tom. They are amazing and were a credit to our Employability group. Lucy, Hannah and I are very proud of them both!” After the Q&A session, guests were invited to speak to the host of organisations who ran stands in the Memorial Hall fair, these comprised: AON Hewitt, Assurity Consulting, University of Chichester, Gatwick Airport; Grant Thornton, Horsham District Council, National Citizen Service, Nestle, University of Portsmouth; RSM, Sigta Training, South Lodge Hotel, Thales and Virgin Holidays. Employability student Nishat Zaman said: “It was great work experience for Tom and I to help with the smooth running of the event on the night and I think it’s really good that Collyer’s supports Forest, Millais and Tanbridge House schools by running this type of evening for their pupils. Collyer’s cares about the next year groups coming through.” Chris Tod, from South Lodge Hotel, spoke about the interesting and varied career paths available at the luxury hotel. He told pupils and parents: “I’m impressed that the college is running this event tonight to help to pupils at local schools plan for their futures.” Lucy Hargreaves said: “We can’t wait for the NG2U event aimed at our very own Collyer’s students on 7th February!”

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DIDO Horsham Rocks Presents The Carfax Bandstand, Horsham Bandstand, The Horsham Carfax, Horsham 13:00 - 15:00 11:00 til 16:00 Holbrook Fest Nell Bryden Holbrook Club, Horsham The Capitol Theatre, Hor13:00 - 23:00 sham Ray Owen’s Juicy Lucy 19:30 The Malt Shovel, Horsham Larger Than Life Duo 20:30 Goffs Park Social Club, Crawley 20:30 Hounds of Sound Broadbridge Heath Village Centre, Broadbridge Acoustic showcases Heath 20:00 The Surrey Oaks, Quo-caine Newdigate The Mulberry, Goring 20:00 20:30 Acoustic Open Mic Night Black Heart Angel The Jolly Tanners, The Malt Shovel, Horsham Staplefield

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Horsham Sports Club is excited to host the return of ‘The Big Gig’ its very own one-day family live music festival, this summer on Sat 16 th June 2018. 2-10pm. It’s that time again for Horsham to slip on its dancing shoes, get into the festival spirit and enjoy some superb live music from five talented tribute bands playing huge hits from popular artists we know and love. Hosted on the grounds of Horsham Sports Club, The Big Gig Festival returns to offer a fantastic day out for the whole community and this year it’s bigger and better than ever. Alongside the live music will be plenty of fun festival activities including bouncy inflatable’s, children’s rides, glitter festival paint, yummy street food (courtesy of some of Horsham Market’s favourites), a large variety of specialist drinks tents featuring local ales and a fully licensed bar. The community of Horsham and beyond will get to enjoy live music from another collaboration of superb tribute bands, cover-

ing the likes of Michael Jackson, Little Mix and Queen. The festival features local bands, Flairz, who will kick off the event with their Glam Rock hits, as well as the very popular Blunter Brothers delivering Motown and Funk classics from the greats including Stevie Wonder and James Brown. The Big Gig is the perfect day out for the whole family; Children under 10 are FREE and this year the club have introduced a special ‘Tweenager’ ticket price that covers the age range 10 -15 years. Musician and event co-ordinator, Dave Baxter says, “We are planning for The Big Gig this year to feature a greater variety of music to suit all tastes and ages and we can’t wait for the festival atmosphere to fill the grounds” Festival go-ers are encouraged to come and set up their own space together with friends and family, so gazebos are welcome as well as picnics and camping chairs. Foodies however are likely to be led astray by the delicious array of street food stalls available throughout the day, as

well as the club’s own fully licensed bar and specialists tents selling local ales, Prosecco and Pimms, and Cider. Following on from last year’s event Horsham Sports Club Chairman Chris Wassell promises “We’ve booked many extra toilet facilities this year and are providing double the amount of bars. We hope to reduce the amount of time festival go-ers spend queuing, and have taken all feedback from The Big Gig 17 into account. We’re really looking forward to using our generous outdoor space again for such a fun community driven family event; Horsham’s very own music festival!” Tickets on sale 9 th February 2018. Limited amount of Early Bird Adult Tickets: £15.00, and Early Bird Tweenager Tickets: £13.00. Advance Standard Adult Ticket Price: £20.00. Advance Standard Tweenager Ticket Price: £15.00. Children under 10

are FREE. 2pm – 10.30pm (Gates open: 1.30pm). Tickets are available online at www.horshamsportsclub.com or in cash direct from Horsham Sports Club office or bar, Cricketfield Road. Tel: 01403 254628 for ticket enquiries only. To keep up-to-date with news and activity about The Big Gig, follow the hashtag #thebiggighorsham, on Facebook @biggighorsham and on Twitter @biggighorsham. This event is kindly supported by local community businesses XADigital. com and esocialbutterflies Ends. For further information please contact Emma or Nicole at esocialbutterflies.co.uk. (a promotional and marketing duo specialising in helping local, independent businesses spread their wings online). Emma.esocialbutterflies@gmail. com Emma – 07727 280798 Nicole. esocialbutterflies@gmail.com Nicole – 07881 826058

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Tom Allen at The Capitol Following a total sell-out and very highly acclaimed run at last year’s Edinburgh Fringe, where he was rated as one of the best reviewed shows there (British Comedy Guide), as well as a sell-out UK tour in the Spring and Autumn 2017, Tom Allen continues touring the UK with his first debut tour show Absolutely and will reach Horsham’s Capitol Theatre in May. Soaked in Tom’s signature waspish snobbery and selfaggrandising wit, Absolutely addresses the elephant in the room, that Tom is still living at home with his parents (because he can’t afford not to) in Bromley, Kent – heart of leave voters and Theresa May’s Brexit Britain. He’s always at home in Alan Bennett and Mike Leigh territory, as he shares his up close and personal experiences of suburbia, especially since the Referendum. Tom’s unique style of sharp, acerbic wit and camp, riotous storytelling has seen him perform all over the UK, Europe, Canada, America, Australia and New Zealand. The last year has been incredibly busy, seeing him star

in BBC1’s Wedding Day Winners, BBC2’s Mock The Week, Live At The Apollo, Extra Slice, Strictly – It Takes Two, ITV’s ‘Royal Variety Performance’, Channel 4’s 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Comedy Central Roast Battle, 8 Out Of 10 Cats and Radio 4’s Loose Ends and Just a Minute. As an actor, he has starred in Radio 4’s Sony Award winning Bleak Expectations, Comedy Central’s Threesome, BBC’s Sensitive Skin with Joanna Lumley and Fear of Fanny with Mark Gatiss and Julia Davis. Film includes Colour Me

Kubrick with John Malkovich, Starter for Ten with James McEvoy and the Stephen Frears film, Tamara Drewe. Performance: Wed 23 May 8:00 PM, Capitol Theatre. Tickets: £15, available from The Capitol Box Office: 01403 750220 or online: www.thecapitolhorsham.com

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Folklore Family Half-Term Fun at Weald & Downland Museum From Monday 12 to Friday 16 February, children of all ages can channel their excitement and energy into activities located around the Weald and Downland Museum’s 40-acre site situated within the South Downs National Park near Chichester. Wet weather will not spoil play, as there are plenty of areas under cover and 50 buildings to explore. The theme for February halfterm is folklore and the Museum runs an exciting programme of family-friendly activities that changes daily, including: Make and take indoor craft activities; Help create a ferocious folklore creature; Have your face painted as a mythical monster; Listen to a fireside story about historical

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monsters, heroes and unusual happenings. The Museum’s collection of over 50 rescued historic buildings are fascinating places to explore. Look out for the Shire and Percheron horses, Sussex oxen, and traditional breed farm animals including chickens and geese. Why not buy a bag of grain and feed the hungry ducks on the mill pond! Please note: Many activities are under cover and will run from 11am-3pm. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The Museum’s waterside café will be open, plus there are indoor and outdoor picnic areas. Dogs on leads are welcome (including in the café)

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and there is ample free parking. Please wear clothes and shoes that are suitable for playing outdoors. Regular admission charges apply (free for Annual Members) and the Museum will open at 10.30am and close at 4.00pm. Most activities are included in the admission price, but some ask for donations and these are clearly marked on the activities flyer, which visitors can collect on arrival or view on the Museum’s website. For further information on opening hours, accessibility and admission prices, please visit: www.wealdown.co.uk, email: office@wealddown.co.uk or call: 01243 811363.

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Fri-YAY at Drusillas Park! Staff Take Full Advantage of International Fun at Work Every day there is a national or international event of some kind, be it ‘Talk like a Pirate Day’, ‘Love Your Pet Day’, or even ‘Peanut Brittle Day’... You name it, there’s an event for it. Mostly they are annoying, but every now and then a real corker of a day pops up, and last Friday (26 January) staff at Drusillas Park decided to throw down their tools and celebrate ‘International Fun at Work Day’. Before Drusillas opened their gates to the public that morning, a number of staff members decided to take full advantage of ‘International Fun at Work Day’. From zoo keepers to catering staff, to estate staff and more,

everyone stopped what they were doing and joined together for a little fun of their own. Climbing aboard Drusillas’ new Go Safari! rides, staff took it in turns to whizz around on the Flying Cheetahs and the Hippopotobus, shouting and laughing as they went. The sun was beaming brightly and needless to say, there were smiles all round. Director, Cassie Poland, said: “Sometimes it’s fun to just be spontaneous and have a bit of a laugh. We just thought, well… why not? We weren’t open yet, and everyone was ready for the day, so we flung a little caution to the wind and had a really good giggle. After all, how could we not

encourage fun on International Fun at Work Day?” Why not come and experience the fun for yourself this February Half Term? Not only can you explore Drusillas’ huge adventure play areas, but you can also take a turn on their large number of children’s rides! Plus there’s all the usual animal magic, and a debut appearance from PAW Patrol’s Skye and Rubble on Wednesday 14 February. You’d be barking mad to miss out! Located just off the A27 in Alfriston, Drusillas Park is open from 10.00am daily. For more information, please telephone 01323 874100 or visit the website at www.drusillas.co.uk

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Millais at National Youth Theatre Festival excitement, impatience and uncertainty, each with their own secret worries and desires for the future. This play is where you are taken on a roller coaster of a journey exploring or remembering what it is to be a teenager on the cusp of becoming an adult. It is a play with shifting perspectives; knowing change is coming but not what that change will look like.

Millais School have been selected to be part of the National Theatre’s nationwide youth theatre festival 2018. Considered to be a unique opportunity to stage a new play written for young people by some of theatre’s most exciting playwrights, ‘The Changing Room’ by Chris Bush, will be performed at the Minerva Theatre in Chichester on Thursday 22 March (Tickets £5, Chichester Theatre Box Office: 01243 781312). The play centres around the fact that ‘The future is full of amazing and exciting possibilities if you are a young adult growing up today’. Set in and around a swimming pool, ‘The Changing Room’ follows a group of teens full of

‘The future is full of amazing and exciting possibilities if you are a young adult growing up today’. Mrs Sykes, Director of Learning for Creative & Expressive Arts at Millais, said: “We are very excited to be presenting this spectacular, vibrant and lyrical production in association with The National Theatre, London, both in Chichester (Thursday 22 March), and at Millais School on 22 and 23 February 2018”.

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NATIONAL TRUST Feb 8 North Sussex Centre of The National Trust will be having an illustrated talk by Michael Bunn “France,a tour of Picardy and Normandy” in The Wesley Hall, London Road, Horsham, on Thursday 8 February 2018 at 2.30pm. Visitors welcome. £5.00 entry. For further details, please call 01403 730162.

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SOUTHWATER HISTORY GROUP Feb 5 Speaker, Kevin Gordon, will be presenting ‘The History of the Policing of the Railways’ The group’s talks take place in the Parish Council Chamber of Beeson House, Lintot Square,Southwater. Meetings start at 7.30 p.m. Nonmembers £3 please contact Jeremy Senneck on 01403 731247.w for a great value night of music, food and drink all for just £15.

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01403289709 or email: dpearson@thedistictpost.co.uk DC/18/0178 Mare Hill House, West Mare Lane, Pulborough, RH20 2EA. Notice of Planning application for single storey extension to Mr H Day of The Holt Bosham Hoe PO18 8EU gives notice of his intention to apply for a Certificate of Lawfulness under permitted development rights, regarding a single storey extension to the existing garages.

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 22nd January 2018 and 26th January 2018 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/18/0150 Farnbrakes Church Street Rudgwick West Sussex RH12 3EJ Variation of condition 1 to previously appproved application DC/16/2668 (Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of 2 no 4 bedroom houses, garages, parking and associated external works). Minor-material amendments to approved floor and elevation plans. Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building.

DC/18/0059 6 Fitzalan Road Horsham West Sussex RH13 6AA Removal of existing shop frontage including glazing, infill panel from previous ATM installation and main entrance door. Subsequent provision of new shop frontage comprising stall riser, powder coated aluminium shop front frame and door, glazing and fascia panel. Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building.

DC/17/2862 Pear Tree Cottage Sandy Lane Henfield West Sussex BN5 9UX Proposed front and rear two storey extensions, single storey side extension and erection of front porch and first floor extension above it. Erection of raised external terraces at the side of the property and balconies at the side and rear. Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building.

DC/18/0124 Lyons Farm House Lyons Road Slinfold Horsham West Sussex RH13 0TD Proposed new access and garage to the south-east of the site and proposed replacement garage with first floor to the north-west (Full Planning) Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building.

DC/18/0125 Lyons Farm House Lyons Road Slinfold Horsham West Sussex RH13 0TD Proposed new access and garage to the south-east of the site and proposed replacement garage with first floor to the north-west (Listed Building Consent) Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building.

DC/18/0086 Headquaters 41 Brighton Road Horsham West Sussex RH13 5BU Proposed single storey rear extension. Alterations to front facade with installation of an additional door and alterations to rear facade with installation of additional ground floor windows. Provision of bin store to rear. Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building.

DC/18/0073 3 Grand Oaks Grange Worthing Road Southwater Horsham West Sussex RH13 9BS Proposed extension to existing block paved driveway with associated drainage works and soft landscaping Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. South Downs National Park Applications

DC/18/0155 Little Park Farm Kings Lane Cowfold Horsham West Sussex RH13 8BD Erection of a log cabin at 6m x 5m (30m2) on a hardcore and concrete base in the rear garden curtilage. Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. DC/18/0137 Land North of Old Guildford Road Broadbridge Heath West Sussex Variation of approved plans to facilitate enlargement of the previously approved 3 extra care bungalows, together with revised site layout Condition No.1 to previously approved application: DC/16/1329(Redevelopment to provide 70 bed residential care home (Use Class C2), 8 extra care apartments (Use Class C2) and 3 extra care bungalows (Use Class C2), proposed access road, parking, landscaping and other associated works)) Reason for Advert: Major Development.

DC/18/0054 13 The Hooks Henfield West Sussex BN5 9UY Single storey rear extension Reason for Advert: Conservation Area.

DC/18/0139 McDonalds Restaurant Worthing Road West Grinstead Horsham West Sussex RH13 8LW The retention and relocation of existing signs with the installation of new golden arch. Installation of white “McDonald’s” letterset, 4 yellow “ golden arch” signs and 1 “good times” wall mounted sign. Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. DC/18/0144 8 Chestnut Way Henfield West Sussex BN5 9PA Erection of a single storey side extension Reason for Advert: Conservation Area. DC/18/0138 McDonalds Restaurant Worthing Road West Grinstead Horsham West Sussex RH13 8LW Refurbishment to include alterations to elevations with the erection new drive thru booths (totalling 5.98 sqm) with additional cladding. New entrance lobby. New flat roof over corral. Minor change to the kerb line within the drive thru lane and associated works to the site. Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building.

SDNP/17/06442/ADV Amberley Chalk Pits Museum New Barn Road Amberley Proposed erection of 3x freestanding non-illuminated signs (Advertisement consent) Reason for Advert: Involves a Listed Building SDNP/18/00115/LIS North Road Farmhouse Hog Lane Amberley Erection of detached log cabin to rear of main dwelling, proposed installation of 2x eyebrow windows to rear elevation at first floor level, 4x conservation skylights to rear roof slope of existing rear extension, increase of 600mm to height of side chimneys, installation of new french door and window to rear elevation at ground floor level and internal alterations (Listed Building Consent) Reason for Advert: Listed Building, Conservation Area

DC/18/0097 Warnham Nature Reserve Warnham Road Horsham West Sussex RH12 2RA Outline application for the erection of a single storey timber viewing hide and discovery hub with all matters reserved. Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a 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/publicaccess/ 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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STREAM FARM, BILLINGSHURST ROAD, ASHINGTON PRICE ÂŁ995,000 A unique opportunity to acquire this spacious detached chalet style residence offering versatile accommodation occupying this secluded mature plot of 1.65 acres approached via single track driveway. Internally Stream Farm is well pre-

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£30,785 to £33,437 (pro-rata) Southwater Parish Council is one of the largest local councils within Horsham district. The Council operates four community buildings and has substantial holdings of land within the Parish of Southwater; one of these buildings includes a large leisure centre. You will be responsible for the day to day operational management of all Council assets, land and contracts, to ensure that the highest standards of customer service, health and safety, facility presentation and service delivery are achieved. You will also be expected to improve existing internal systems ensuring successful implementation, monitoring and review. Candidates should have previous senior management experience including successfully managing and maintaining land and buildings in a team environment. Candidates should preferably have some local government experience but this is not essential as training will be provided. Excellent communication skills are required and the ability to engage with customers and staff. Opportunities will be given to enhance your professional development as required. A degree level standard of education is required for this position. The post holder will be required to work 30 hours per week, including some evening and weekend work. Southwater Parish Council operates a local government pension scheme, and is an equal opportunities employer. Commencing salary will be dependent on experience and qualifications. Application forms are available from the Council Office, Beeson House, 26, Lintot Square, Southwater, West Sussex, RH13 9LA or online at www.southwater-pc.gov.uk Closing date for applications: Friday 2nd February 2018 Beeson House, 26 Lintot Square, Fairbank Road, Southwater, West Sussex RH13 9LA Telephone No. 01403 733202 Fax 01403 732420 Email: Catherine.Tobin@southwater-pc.gov.uk VAT Registration No: 744 9660 96

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Horsham cement second spot with another fine win through the second half, Susie Clapp converted a short corner to put the result beyond doubt. Susie subsequently missed a penalty flick, causing plenty of banter from her team mates, but it mattered not, Ladies’ Captain Charlotte (CJ) White telling the District Post: “This was a great team performance, we all worked well together and dominated throughout the game. The blustery, wet conditions were not good – but we’ve had worse! This was an excellent win for us and puts us in a great position – second in the table, three points shy of Surbiton (who cannot go up) and two ahead of Basingstoke.” The Ladies’ Coach, Chris Bowen, who has played an integral role in bringing about the renaissance of the team, told us: “This was a great game – the girls showed discipline and maturity riding bouts of sustained pressure from Teddington. The development and attitude the team is showing – both individually and collectively – has been incredible. Each member of the squad works hard at training and this is reflected in our exciting and attacking style

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Saturday January 27 – South Clubs’ Women’s Hockey League Division 1 Teddington Ladies 0 2 Horsham Hockey Martin Read - Sports Reporter Teddington are one of the highest scoring teams in the league but Horsham have the strongest defence and notched up

another impressive clean sheet win, the eighth time they have done so in 15 games this season – and the sixth occasion in the last seven games that they have prevented the opposition from scoring. At Christ’s Hospital in October Teddington inflicted Horsham’s only defeat of the season, so revenge was sweet. The first half was goal-less, but Tiff Male put Horsham ahead in the 50th minute before, mid way

This was a great team performance, we all worked well together and dominated throughout the game of play. Although the score was 2-0 we created many chances with some calculated patterns and connections. We now re-set and prepare for the next match (on Saturday against 7th placed Wimbledon at Christ’s Hospital, 1.30pm) – we’ll keep pushing each other to succeed!”

Horsham deprived despite winning second half Saturday January 27 – South League – Premier – Division 1 Old Cranleighans 4 1 Horsham Men’s 1st XI Hockey Martin Read - Sports Reporte Although Horsham lost this game by a three goal margin, anyone just watching the second half would have questioned why Horsham are bottom of the table and Old Cranleighans are second. Horsham won the second half 1-0, showing, as they have done in patches throughout the season, that with a consistent performance lasting the entire duration of a game, they are capable of better things. OCs are a well-drilled side, adapting better to their familiar dead home pitch (merci-

fully scheduled for re-laying) and Horsham conceded a goal in the opening minute. Then, after a barrage from the hosts met with poor marking, Horsham were 4-0 down at half time – mirroring the scoreline when OCs visited Horsham in October. Horsham Team Manager Al Campbell told the District Post: “At the break Coach Andrew Isaacs told the team to play with attitude as if the result was of no consequence – ‘just enjoy yourselves and play festival hockey!’ and it was as if somebody had flicked a switch. Suddenly we were comfortably on top, bossing the second half on merit, in a much more aggressive and upbeat fashion, regularly finding a way into the opposition D. And, sure enough, we scored – when Barney Knights-Johnson

maintained his habit of getting a goal every week with another of his reverse stick cannons.” On Saturday Horsham return home to take on 7th placed Winchester (noon push back). Meanwhile, Al Campbell added: “Andy Isaacs’ heroics in goal have saved us from further punishment, but realistically we need at least three wins from our remaining eight games. Henley are struggling in penultimate spot, two points ahead of us and if they falter and we can maintain the second half performance against Old Cranleighans for the full 70 minutes then miracles might just happen and we’ll stay up.” Oxford Hawks top the table with 37 points, six ahead of Old Cranleighans.

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Cricket laws revised – with option to send off players Sport Martin Read - Sports Reporter Horsham Sports Club in Cricketfield Road has hosted a presentation by John Betts and Trevor Drake of the Association of Cricket Officials, at which changes to the laws of the game were outlined and explained. The reasons for the changes are to make the laws gender neutral, to renumber the laws (of which there are still 42) as part of a general tidying up process and, especially, to set out clear guidelines to enable umpires to deal with disciplinary matters – including the new provision to send off players. To formalise the new laws the MCC consulted widely and convened a world committee, which included international players. Umpires are now required to keep games going as long as possible and, in the spirit of leadership, friendship and teamwork, expected to get together with the captains before the start of play to run through the playing conditions. If one umpire considers conditions unfit then play will be suspended until both umpires agree that it is appropriate for the game to continue – what constitutes unreasonable conditions has been clarified. Umpires can now revoke decisions and equipment specifications have been changed, for example regarding the restriction of bat sizes, the tethering of bails to the stumps and the positioning of sightscreens outside the field of play. More jurisdiction has been given to umpires – including the management of players leaving and rejoining the field, dealing with ball tampering, dangerous bowling, deliberate distraction and the approval of ball drying cloths. There are other minor changes, including as to what constitutes a no ball, the prevention of non strikers taking advantage by backing up too far, and there are now only 9 methods of dismissal – handling the ball now coming under the umbrella of “obstruction”. But, following

concerns about the deterioration in on field behaviour, the biggest alteration in the laws relates to the beefing up of the disciplinary code, which, in extreme circumstances could, for the first time, result in immediate removal of an offending player for the duration of the match, and even to the award of the game to the opposition if a sanctioned player refuses to leave the field. The new concept is designed to improve discipline and enjoyment and there are four escalating levels of offence (and sanctions) – Level 1 includes mistreatment of the ground and equipment, dissent with an umpire’s decision and appealing excessively and aggressively. Level 2 concerns serious dissent, inappropriate physical contact with another player and throwing the ball at a player or umpire, whereas Level 3 relates to intimidation and threatening behaviour. Level 4 concerns physical contact and there are clear guidelines setting out how offences at each level should be acted upon – ranging from warnings, the application of penalty runs (involving a new umpire’s signal), suspension of a player for a specified period or elimination of a player from the remainder of the game. The onus is on the umpires to consult with each other and the captains and to record all incidents accurately at the time that they occur, the object being to deal with infringements consistently, exercising good will and common sense. It might be particularly challenging to administer the changes in the lower leagues where umpires are sometimes players temporarily uninvolved in the match and the presenters emphasised that league regulations – which may differ from league to league - also apply. Laws of cricket are regularly updated as part of an ongoing process to improve the enjoyment and conduct of the game and the application and outcomes of the disciplinary procedures will be carefully monitored.

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Hornets’ happy win moves them up the table

Saturday January 27 – Bostik Football League South Division Sittingbourne 1 3 Horsham Football Martin Read - Sports Reporter Coming into this game Horsham were 13th, one place behind Sittingbourne and it was a mid table clash with an edge, Sittingbourne having beaten Horsham 5-1 at Lancing in September. So, the Hornets, and their visiting fans, who shared the coach from Horsham with the players, were delighted to pull off an impressive win – moving the Hornets up to 11th, courtesy of their first ever triumph at Sittingbourne’s Woodstock Park. After years of barren forays into Kent it has suddenly become a

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happy hunting ground for the Hornets, and, with seven away wins this season, travelling is proving more fruitful than playing at the Hornets’ temporary Culver Road, Lancing home. The game started in slanting, heavy rain with Sittingbourne – the Brickies - mounting attacks, but Steve Metcalfe and Lewis Hyde were instrumental at keeping them at bay. Conditions steadily worsened creating ball control and balance problems, but Tony Nwachukwu latched onto Metcalf’s cross to put Horsham ahead in the 11th minute. Nwachukwu’s speed continued to worry the hosts before a corner produced a Hyde header only for it to be cleared off the line. Action then switched to the opposite end but Josh Pelling swooped to deny

Kane Rowland before Chris Webber scorched the Hornets’ bar. Despite further Sittingbourne pressure, Horsham soon doubled their lead, Toby House scoring for the 15th time this season when he lobbed keeper Brooks. Galvernised into action, the Brickies promptly reduced the deficit, Tom Loynes beating Pelling’s dive, and Sittingbourne might have ended the half with honours even but David Smith was off target. On the resumption both keepers were called upon to prevent further damage ahead of Darren Boswell causing Brooks to punch his cross away. Chances continued to come and go at either end until Sittingbourne had the benefit of a disputed free kick, which fortunately came to nothing after cannoning into the Horsham wall. More controversy followed when Hornets’ substitute Alfie Rogers was floored in the area, but instead of the award of an anticipated penalty, Rogers was booked for diving. As the clock ran down Sittingbourne concentrated on attack, winning unfulfilled corners – Rowland forgoing a golden opportunity when his header went over. With Sittingbourne at risk of a breakaway goal, Dean Bown’s shot was wayward, but the Hornets were not yet done, Bown making amends by supplying loanee George Landais who got the ball into the net well into extra time, just before the final whistle, leaving rapturous Horsham supporters celebrating the memorable 3-1 win.

Horsham’s Cup Quarter Final postponed again Tuesday January 30 – Sussex Senior Cup Quarter Final Pagham v Horsham Football Martin Read - Sports Reporter On Tuesday evening Horsham’s Sussex Senior Cup Quarter Final against Pagham was postponed for the second time in a fortnight. The tie was originally due to be played on January 16th but was called off following a serious car accident involving three Horsham players leaving London en route to Pagham’s Nyetimber Lane ground. On that evening another of the players’ vehicles had broken down, resulting in Horsham having just six of the team at the ground and ready to play, leaving the match referee

little choice than to opt for a postponement. This Tuesday the postponement was due to the waterlogged state of the pitch, which, last week, when Pagham – the Lions - beat Newhaven to get through to the final of the RUR Cup – was described as “more resembling a gluepot than a patch of grass”. Pagham are currently sixth in the Southern Combination League, the tier below Horsham, and details of the rearranged Sussex Cup Quarter Final are awaited. Meanwhile, this Saturday Horsham revert to league action, returning to the all weather pitch at Lancing to welcome fourth in the table Greenwich Borough, whom the Hornets beat 2-0 in south east London two months ago.

YMCA win again and remain a strong second Saturday January 27 – Southern Combination Football League – Premier Division Eastbourne Town 0 2 Horsham YMCA Football Martin Read - Sports Reporter This was an upper table tussle, YM successfully completing a double against Eastbourne Town, having beaten them 1-0 at Gorings Mead in October, in what YM Manager Peter Buckland described as ‘a cracking, really tough game’. Although the blustery mid winter conditions mitigated against accuracy, both sides played attractive passing football despite the elements. The teams came into the game in good form, suggesting a close contest, so there was no room for complacency and, initially, play focussed in the middle of the park with few clear cut chances, forays by Luke Donaldson bearing no fruit, the first half ending goal-less.On the re-start the weather deteriorated even further but the standard of play remained consistently high with neither side able to secure an advantage – until, in

the 75th minute, Phil Johnson converted a corner amid a goal mouth scramble to put YM in front. Then, shortly afterwards, YM doubled their lead when Dean Carden unleashed a long range strike, which the Eastbourne keeper could only deflect into his net. YM then successfully closed the game down to take all three points, especially valuable when news came through that leaders Haywards Heath had gone down 4-1 at home to Three Bridges. Peter Buckland’s assessment of Eastbourne Town is: “They are a very well organised side and they don’t hold back. They come at you from the first minute to the last.” Luke Gedling was YM Man of the Match – “for his hard work and presence all over the pitch on a day when everyone played their part,” and, post match, YM Coach Ben Godfrey said: “We’re loving our great run (YM have lost just once in their last 15 games). There’s a great team spirit and the hard work is paying off. There is still a long way to go, but we’ve played ourselves into the title race.” This Saturday YM return to Gorings Mead against Arundel from the lower reaches of the table. At the end

of September at their ground, Arundel surprisingly beat YM 3-1. Then, on Tuesday (February 6th), YM entertain near neighbours Broadbridge Heath – placed 14th after Saturday - in the game that was postponed on December 27th. Meanwhile, Haywards Heath remain top with 50 points, with YM second on 48 – followed by, all with a game in hand, Chichester City, Eastbourne Town and Three Bridges with 44 points apiece.

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Battling Horsham worry relentless Dartfordians Saturday January 27 – London 2 South East Dartfordians 26 8 Horsham Rugby Martin Read - Sports Reporte Leaders Dartfordians march on remorselessly – played 15, won 15 – but they were given a proper game by Horsham, as happened at Coolhurst earlier in the season, when the Green and Whites ran them mighty close, losing 10-13 at the last knocking. In Kent the game started with Darts’ challenging the Horsham defence, but, although Horsham gained ground from set pieces, errors led to stoppages, Horsham Head Coach Nick Stocker commenting: “Darts are a well-drilled team and gifting them possession whilst trying to build pressure is not a recipe for success.” But, it was Horsham who scored first with straightforward kick. Dartfordians, though, soon went 7-3 up with a converted try. Horsham were winning lineouts and neutralising the Darts’ usually dominant scrums, leading to determined encounters until the hosts broke through for an unconverted

try. Undeterred, Horsham pushed the Darts back for Johnny Goward to get over the line, and, although the kick went astray Horsham had clawed back the deficit to 12-8 and were continuing to trouble the league table toppers. However, a dropped ball let the Darts back in with a converted try to lead 19-8 at the break. Each side began the second half with renewed commitment, both defences keeping their opposition at bay with chances going begging at either end, before, in the 72nd minute, following excellent build up, Dartfordians put the game beyond Horsham’s reach with a maximised bonus point try. But, considering the pressure exerted on the Darts throughout the match, the scoreline somewhat flattered the Kent side, who again demonstrated an unerring ability to capitalise on any mistakes, making opponents pay accordingly. Nick Stocker summed up by praising his young

side saying: “We had seven players aged 21 or under in our team today – virtually half the side – and another four under 25, which bodes incredibly well for the future. It was a very tough ask to pit them against rampant Dartfordians and debutant Vince Everitt was our standout player, securing four turnovers at the breakdown and being a menace to Dartfordians in multi-phase play.” On Saturday, Horsham now fourth, welcome third-placed Charlton Park, looking to avenge the defeat they suffered at the hands of the visitors in Kent in October.

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Boro undone by Charlton’s overwhelming final onslaught Saturday January 27 – London 2 South East Pulborough 0 44 Charlton Park Rugby Martin Read - Sports Reporte Against high flying Charlton Park and in scything rain and the teeth of a ferocious tempest Pulborough did well to get to the break just 10 points adrift, Boro’s forwards and tactical kicking having subdued the visitors. Charlton Park had taken an early lead after – despite the conditions - some sure handling had enabled Ed Mason to crash down onto a low through kick. With the weather deteriorating even further, Boro negated all Charlton’s subsequent attacks, but Connor McDonald kicked a wind-assisted penalty, in addition to his earlier conversion. Boro then pushed Charlton back and both sides were relieved to get to the shelter of the clubhouse at the end of the competitive first half. After the break, Boro mounted a strong drive from a lineout, but Charlton just managed to keep them out. Against the gale

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and lashing wind, frustrating kicking options, Charlton found life difficult for the next 20 minutes, until a dropped ball enabled them to notch up another try. Suddenly, a scoring valve opened – two more tries following in quick succession and then three more ahead of a final try in injury time. Conversion was virtually impossible, but the visitors did somehow manage to maximise one of their tries to run out 0-44 winners by virtue of their virulent last quarter of the game. After praising Pulborough’s hospitality, Charlton Park paid tribute to the players of both teams for beating the atrocious weather. Charlton Park move up to third, while Pulborough stay in the penultimale berth with 15 points, behind Heathfield & Waldron (29). On Saturday, in dire need of a win in an attempt to stave off relegation, Boro travel to fifth-placed Haywards Heath, whom they beat 27-19 at home in October. Earlier in the season the two sides were due to meet in the Sussex Cup, but, when that game was postponed it was decided that Saturday’s encounter will be regarded as a dual league and cup match.

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