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A university in Horsham? University of Brighton in talks with Novartis to acquire its former site

t was revealed on Monday, January 26, that there are negotiations ongoing between Novartis and the University of Brighton over the sale of the former site in Horsham of the pharmaceutical giant whose operations ceased in Horsham last year. The University of Brighton could build another campus on the site at Wimblehurst Road if the deal is agreed. The university plans to open an innovative, high-quality centre for higher education in Horsham that will give a major boost to jobs, skills and business opportunities in the Gatwick Diamond area. The university estimates the centre could create an estimated 2,250 new jobs and bring £1.7bn of investment to the region over 10 years, and provide around 3,500 places for students. A spokesperson for Novartis said: “We are delighted to be able to confirm that we are entering into exclusive negotiations with the University of Brighton for the sale of our former Horsham site. This is still subject to the usual negotiations when trying to agree a contract, but the University’s proposal offers an exciting opportunity which could bring long term benefits to the town and local residents, as well as realise our ambition in leaving a scientific legacy at the site. “We will now work closely with the University and Horsham District Continued on page 3

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Could North Horsham plans have been halted in 2009? 30.01.2015 Contents

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We recently reported on changes put forward by the planning inspector to the Horsham District Planning Framework (HDPF) which stated a higher level of housing is required, pushing the ﬁgure up to 750 homes per year. The North Horsham site was proposed for development back in 2009, at this time North Horsham Parish Council objected and another 26 comments were received, most of which were objections. If this was the case 6 years ago why were the brakes not put on this development back then? Liberty became involved in 2010, at this time Horsham District Council (HDC) could have decided to not allocate the land, however this would not have prevented Liberty from pursuing the application. The critical issue being that Horsham District has a 5 Year Housing Land Supply shortfall, this makes defending against or refusing even controversial housing schemes virtually impossible. In 2011, the then Leader of Council presented well progressed plans for the North Horsham site to a number of Conservative members for the ﬁrst time at a scheduled meeting. The then proposed plan was 4,000 to 4,500 dwellings plus land set aside for a hospital. Following the enactment of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) in March 2012, and the Clinical Commission Group’s (CCG) decision not to provide the hospital those previous supporters of North Horsham seemed to make a U-turn.

Protesters at the North Horsham site Did HDC have another opportunity to stop the development at this point? Could they have decided not to allocate the land? Yes, but that would not have stopped Liberty their plans were too far advanced, the 5 Year Housing Land Supply shortfall still exists and government policy (NPPF) is on their side. As to the HDPF what were HDC Members initial thoughts as to housing numbers? Early Member discussions suggested around 11,500 dwellings for the district over 20 years, 1,000 of which could have gone to North Horsham; following The Inspector’s Examination of the HDPF that number has now increased to at least 15,000 in the same time frame. HDC’s initial conclusion is that they can accommodate roughly half the extra houses. The Inspector has stated he favours development

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around Horsham, Southwater and Billingshurst. The inspector also stated the red lines should not be breached at the North Horsham site, so the only change could only be to increase density within the permitted 10% margin. The inspector has set a timetable for work that Councils need to do. Any delay over this process on the Council’s part could see developers submitting further damaging ad hoc applications across the District. Accepting that North Horsham now cannot be stopped, is HDC’s task to make the best of a bad job? Sadly yes, importantly HDC must ensure the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) and the section 106 values are set at the correct levels and that it captures the best possible level of community beneﬁt and infrastructure in order to make such a development even tolerable.

Looking at the facts presented, here, if North Horsham is seen now as so unacceptable, why did the 2007-2011 administration not kill it oﬀ in 2009 when it had the chance? Did the 2007-2011 administration take a gamble with our future lifestyle and environment on the promise of a possible hospital and lose? Finally, there have been many campaigns and attacks launched upon the “so-called architects” of North Horsham, most of whom were not even elected until 2011, this being the case were those attacks ever justiﬁed? Horsham District Council is currently working on changes to its strategy, a report on where additional new homes will be accommodated will go to meeting on March 18. Subject to Council approval, consultation on the amendments to the Council strategy will take place between March 23, and May 5.

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Holbrook club says future is safe Plans for university with facility development underway campus in Horsham Continued from front page Council to try to make this happen.” The vice-chancellor of the University of Brighton, Professor Julian Crampton, said: “We are pleased to confirm that we have entered into negotiations to acquire the former Novartis site in Horsham. These discussions are at an early stage, but if the sale goes ahead, we plan to open an innovative, high-quality centre for higher education that will give a major boost to jobs, skills and business opportunities in the Gatwick Diamond area. “We will be working closely with Horsham District Council and the Coast to Capital Local Economic Partnership, as well as local business, schools and colleges, to ensure our plans develop in a way that benefits the local economy and the local community.” Councillor Ray Dawe, leader of Horsham District Council, said: “We are delighted that the University of Brighton has chosen the district of Horsham to build a centre for higher education. A university on the former Novartis site would be a fitting legacy for one of the largest healthcare groups in the world, and would bring a new dimension to what our district has to offer. “A university would hold a prominent role in the community and

On Tuesday, January 20, Horsham District Council refused planning permission for both a new ground for Horsham Football Club (HFC) at Hop Oast and the Croudace development at The Holbrook Club site. A spokesperson on behalf of the directors of The Holbrook Club said: “How HFC will respond to this is unclear, but whether they eventually get permission or not will have a limited impact on the future of The Holbrook Club. “We are thriving independent ‘not-for-profit’ community club, with over 2000 members, providing sports and social facilities for the benefit of Holbrook and Horsham residents. Our only relationship with HFC is that of landlord and tenant. “Recent reports, in some local press, have incorrectly suggested that the future of The Holbrook Club is in doubt. Members can rest assured that The Holbrook Club has a strong tenancy position at the ground and it will be business as usual for the foreseeable future.” On Monday, January 26, work began at The Holbrook Club on converting two tennis courts into two 3G five-a-side pitches and is expected to be competed in around three weeks. Although the £200,00 contribution from HFC will no longer be received, work will still go ahead on new facilities for the club. The Holbrook Club said: “The investment in two new floodlit pitches, featuring a top-class 3G artificial grass playing surface, demonstrates

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would add significantly to the economic growth, job creation and skills development across the district and would greatly support the 75,000 businesses and enterprises that already exist within the Gatwick Diamond. We already know that we lose many students to higher education colleges elsewhere so the prospect of retaining our young people in the borough is very exciting.” Councillor Jim Rae, Holbrook East Ward said: “First let me say it would be great news for Holbrook East, Horsham town and the District if Horsham District Council were able to attract a campus of Brighton University onto the Novartis site. “I am fully aware of and would certainly welcome the very obvious fiscal and reputational upsides for our District such a development would bring, but without ever wishing to sound negative I also want us to look on the other side of the coin. “Such a campus will, as seen in other University towns bring with it significant social and environmental challenges, challenges that need to be understood and then worked through with the University and other agencies; to ensure we capture the obvious benefits but we must also ensure our existing residents are not adversely affected by such a scheme”.

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Increased support Horsham Sports Club for the Hornets announce new President Home4Horsham Dave Smith Sports Editor Following the vote against the planning application for a new home ground for Horsham FC at Hop Oast by thirteen Horsham councillors on Tuesday January 20 the reaction in support of the club on social media sites has grown greatly since the application was refused. Many of the Twitter comments from the supporters of the application are questions aimed directly at the councillors that voted against the proposed development on the night. Until the full reasons for refusal are released and published on February 2, no formal action in the shape of an appeal by Croudace Homes and Horsham FC will be taken. However based on comments from club Chairman Kevin Borrett and CEO John Lines both stating that they will ﬁght on, this coupled with the apparent increased public support makes an appeal very likely. Councillor Jim Rae (Con, Hol-

brook East), who was one of the nine councillors who voted in favour of the application, said to The District Post “I will be urging both Croudace and the board of Horsham FC to go to appeal. I believe the appeal would have a very good chance of succeeding considering that the original application was recommended for approval by Horsham District Council Planning Oﬃcers, after full consultation with WSCC Highways regarding Worthing Road, the access to the proposed new ground and the highly signiﬁcant Planning Condition placed upon attendance numbers capacity to align spectator capacity to the WSCC Highways accepted Travel Plan” In addition to the social media response Horsham FC Commercial Director Andy Thompson spoke about the plight of the club on BBC Radio 5 Live last Sunday and on the same day the club reached 2,000 signatures of support on their online petition. The number of signatures on the online petition has since risen to 2,400.

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Horsham Sports Club are delighted that former Sussex cricket captain John Barclay has agreed to become their new President. In his acceptance speech at the Annual General Meeting, three days ahead of his 61st birthday, Mr Barclay told members that they are so lucky to have such a jewel of a ground at Cricketﬁeld Road and said that he was honoured to accept the club’s invitation. He recalled his earliest cricket memory of, when living in the Causeway as a ﬁve year old, he walked across the ground with Dr John Dew from whom he learned to play, saying that he had the greatest respect for the club’s former captain and long term President. The tuition certainly paid dividends - as an all rounder John Barclay’s prowess took him into the Eton XI at age 14 and the Sussex county side just two years later, while still at school. After skippering young England in the West Indies he went on to become an out-

standing county captain – almost piloting Sussex to their ﬁrst championship - and was mentioned as a candidate for the England job. In a total of 510 ﬁrst class and one day matches he scored over 12,000 runs and took almost 500 wickets for Sussex – including, more than once, the much prized scalps of Viv Richards and Ian Botham - and also represented Hong Kong and Orange Free State. After retirement John

managed England tours abroad, became Director of Cricket and Coaching for the Arundel Castle Cricket Foundation, a role he continues to relish, focussing on the development and education of disadvantaged and deprived young people, especially from inner city boroughs. The charity hosts some 40 group visits a year with around 600 disabled children enjoying both the special Arundel experience and trips to the nearby coast. John Barclay has been President of the MCC, holds a number of other cricket related posts and has also written captivating, perceptive, self-effacing witty books, likened to the style of Alan Bennett. These include an autobiography, forewarded by Michael Atherton, and other books on the game. But there is much more to busy locally based John Barclay than just cricket: he is one of the Deputy Lieutenants of Sussex, a role he shares with Sally Gunnell, yet finds time to satisfy his great love of fishing. He has vowed to give Horsham Sports Club all possible support and the club are certain that his expertise and standing throughout the county and beyond will add enormous value.

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Brave Ellie Mae has VIP Downing Street visit

Donna Air, Ellie Mae Wile-Dunne, Sara Cox and Rochelle Hume Six-year-old Horsham schoolgirl Ellie Mae Wile-Dunne was guest of honour at a special reception, hosted by Samantha Cameron, to launch Cancer Research UK’s inspiring new fundraising campaign Kids & Teens. Ellie Mae, who learned to walk again after receiving cancer treatment, enjoyed a VIP visit to Downing Street along with 20 other youngsters from across the UK – all diagnosed with cancer – who visited Number 10 to have their bravery recognised and help raise awareness. They also met celebrities and enjoyed a sight-seeing tour of London as part of their VIP experience on Tuesday January 20. Figures released this week show that progress in treating the disease has led to a drop in deaths among youngsters aged 24 and under, from

around 1300 deaths each year in the mid-1970s to around 550 today, the disease however remains the biggest killer of youngsters in the UK. Cancer Research UK is calling on people in Sussex to donate to beat childhood cancers sooner and help save more lives like Ellie Mae’s. Helen Johnstone, Cancer Research UK spokesperson for the South East, said: “It’s hugely encouraging to see deaths for children’s cancers falling steadily. But we must make faster progress to save more lives, so we’re extremely grateful for the support of the Wile-Dunne family and Samantha Cameron in helping to highlight the power of research in beating the disease.” Ellie Mae’s mother Nikki said: “Ellie Mae endured months of treatment with unbelievable strength and resilience. I couldn’t be prouder

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of her so I’m delighted that his courage has been honoured with such a fantastic day, especially when she has missed out on so much. Going to 10 Downing Street was an unforgettable experience for so many reasons, but most importantly because through supporting Cancer Research UK we can help to spare other children and families from this devastating disease in future. Success stories like Ellie Mae’s would not be possible without the charity’s life-saving work, which in turn relies on everyone who raises funds, so we hope people in Sussex will really get behind this crucial campaign.” To support Cancer Research UK Kids & Teens text KIDS3 to 70200 to donate £37 or for more information about the campaign visit cruk.org/ kidsandteens.

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Online conversations regarding change in Horsham are beginning to look like a game of buzzword bingo. We have reached the point where no discussion is possible without one of a number of keywords being dropped into the debate; either to derail or reinforce a particular line of thought. Appeals for “infrastructure” are most frequently repeated; no matter the discussion what we lack is infrastructure. I guess the question I should ask is just what infrastructure it is they feel is needed and in what order? Then again the second most overused term which fits into the category of infrastructure is: a Hospital. When the hospital card is played it is difficult to define exactly what is lacking. Given the large swathe of terminology rendered by primary care trusts and other care type organisations one might be forgiven for all the issue fogging which occurs when asking for a Hospital. Therefore Accident & Emergency services pop up as an adjunct to the demand. At this point the buzzword bingo deteriorates into appeals for reason as more schools, more roads, increased water, and so forth

are expected. Again none of these are invalid issues but the question begins to arise why they are so often used to undermine or detract from propositions when provided. Finally out of all of these comes the demand that we must have our ‘priorities’ straight. Here the suggestion becomes one that the debate has not been framed in terms of appropriate signiﬁcance, especially in regards priorities of the poster who suggested it.’ You might think issues like these would have been addressed in some sort of District Framework available for public scrutiny and consultation. That I have never seen anyone link to such documents in online debates may highlight just how poor the public perception of such documentation and consultation has become. Yet daily the roundabout of public dissent will circle from housing, to football, to hospital, to infrastructure, to priorities. At this time of consideration for digital democracy it might be the perfect opportunity to begin to connect the physical framework and strategy documents into the ongoing public debates. We should ensure that public communications are not driven by the need to control the message but from a willingness to answer questions where they are being asked. If we line up council communication with online discussions it is possible we might experience that moment of ‘bingo!’

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Steyning student’s complete local area based project Steyning Grammar School’s Project Based Learning task this term is to research the area they live in and to come up with proposals for a celebration. Last week Year 7 pupils displayed proposals for events to ‘Celebrate the parish they live in’ to a group of councillors who represent the local surrounding parishes. Michelle Stokes, Steyning Grammar School’s Project Based Learning teacher said: “Students were asked to present their research in a way that was creative and interesting with a display for councillors to judge. Students were asked to include a cost analysis and conduct some market research into the viability of their proposals.” The overall winner of the Henfield parish was Freya TaylorLester, whose idea was a video to capture ‘A day in the life of Henfield’. The judges thought that this idea and the display were first rate. Ben Neal received a joint second award with his very original idea for an event called ‘The Big Comparison’, councillors partic-

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‘Diﬀerent views should be accepted, debated and voted upon’ Cllr Brian O’Connell Chairman of Horsham District Council

would first of all like to wish all readers of the District Post a very Happy New Year. I have many things to update you with since my last column at the beginning of November. (In December I wrote about the Chairman’s Charity Ball). 2014 was a very busy year for Councillors in Horsham, with many huge decisions having to be made which will result in major changes within the district one way and another. As all Councillors know that despite best efforts and endeavours to do the best for the constituents they represent, they will never please everybody. For some they will be heroes and for others villains. However, each Councillor must consider all arguments for and against and vote with a clear conscious that the decision they are voting for is correct and the best decision at that time for the Horsham district and then for their local constituents. It is often very difficult to come terms with the fact that Councillors are primarily Horsham District Councillors who represent their locality within the district. Then despite all this turmoil and soul searching, democracy will prevail and the majority will win the day which may not be the option you voted for in the first place. Then you ask yourself was it all worth it? The answer must always be YES! It is only with input of many different points of view, opinions, meaningful discussions and debate that any decision can be classed as

a good decision. It upsets me when I see Councillors or residents of the district being vilified and personal abuse being levied for having a different opinion or point of view from the majority. Different views should be accepted, debated, voted upon and then the majority decision respected and honoured. That is a real democratic society and Horsham is much richer for having one. Which brings me to the main events I attended in November - the memorial services in commemoration of the World Wars. This year being especially poignant as it was the 100 year anniversary of the First World War. The service at the Carfax was attended by all ages and it was reported that it was one of the biggest crowds in recent years. Prayers were said by the Rev Guy Bridgewater and the British Legion had a big turnout. A very moving tribute to those who gave their lives. As well as remembering the heroes who died we must never forget those that survived the wars. They came home with the scars of war and have had to live with unimaginable mental scars and memories and we must also remember those that supported these victims and cared for them. These carers are also silent heroes. Then on Armistice day we had another service at the Carfax and this was also attended by children from St Mary’s Church of England School, Horsham. This was particularly appropriate as these children are the very reason that so many gave their lives - that they, like us, can live in freedom. My next engagement was at an Open Day given by The University of the Third Age (U3A). This was held at the Holbrook Club. This is truly an amazing organisation which

provides opportunities for people to partake of numerous different activities, experience different hobbies, try their hand at new skills and to make new friends in the comfort of somebody’s home. This is a must if you are retired or have time on your hands and would like to some do something of interest. Also, you may have skills which might be of interest to other people and you could form your own group within U3A to teach people. Everybody has life skills and experiences which could benefit somebody else. Many social events and trips are also organised for the whole group. If you are interested see the web site. As December rolled in bringing the year to a close I attended

many church and carol services and functions all fundraising events for many worthy causes across the county. Here in Horsham I organised a Charity Ball which you will have seen the details of in my December column. It was a huge success raised over £7,000 for families in need across the Horsham district. To everybody that contributed in anyway or made a donation, once again, I oﬀer my sincere thanks and would conﬁrm that we distributed nearly £5,000 to these families before the Christmas holiday. January brings us all back down to earth with a bang, back to work, more meetings and cold and horrible weather. Still every day is a day nearer Spring.

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Memories of Horsham

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Developments at the Roffey camp Roffey camp

his week we take a trip down memory lane and look at the location of the old Roffey camp. Located on the Crawley road, Roffey, opposite All Saints Church, by the end of the 19th century Roffey was home to a workhouse, a reading room, a working men’s club, a school and a parade of shops. The military camp and hospital

was built on the former site of the workhouse in 1916 and later became a psychiatric hospital. Today all that remains from the original photo is the tree and it has now become housing. Photo courtesy of Rob Cole at Memories of Horsham. To find more photographic memories of Horsham visit www.facebook.com/memoriesofhorsham.

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Proposed development at: Land South of Buchan Hill Reservoir Buchan Hill Pease Pottage West Sussex An application has been submitted to Horsham District Council for consideration of the above mentioned proposal. The application is available for inspection at:

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DC/15/0109 Annexe Fieldhouse Farm Worthing Road Dial Post Horsham West Sussex RH13 8NS Change of use of an existing separate residential annexe, to become a separate residential property, with defined curtilage and access Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building.

DC/15/0051 The Old Stables Beckley Farm Coltstaple Lane Horsham West Sussex RH13 9BA Self-contained residence (Lawful Development Certificate Existing) Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building.

Park North, North Street, Horsham, between 9am and 5pm Monday to Thursday and 9am to 4pm on Friday. Applications can also be viewed on the Council’s web site at https://public-access.horsham. gov.uk/public-access/ and inputting the above reference number (you can also keep track the applications progress via this site).

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DC/15/0010 32 and 33 Crabtree Cottages Brighton Road Lower Beeding Horsham West Sussex RH13 6PT Replacement of single glazed timber windows with UPVC units Reason for Advert: Conservation Area.

DC/14/2591 Queens Head 37 Queen Street Horsham West Sussex RH13 5AA Demolition of rear extension and outbuildings to existing pub, and alteration to elevation, together with erecting storey single storey rear extension together with the creation of 9 residential units total comprising 3 flats (1st and 2nd floor above pub) conversion of 39 Queen Street (2 flats) and 4 houses along New Street, with associated parking and access (existing). Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building.

DC/14/2700: Erection of 48 dwellings (including 22 affordable dwellings) with associated access, parking and landscaping (Outline)

All correspondence received regarding the application will be held on the planning files, will be available for public inspection and posted on the Council’s web site. In the event of an appeal being lodged with the Planning Inspectorate against the decision, any representations will be forwarded to the Planning Inspectorate and the appellant.

DC/14/2687 Pinland Farm Bines Road Partridge Green Horsham West Sussex RH13 8EQ Change of use of agricultural land and part residential curtilage to enable provision of 4 x yurts with shower/ toilet huts and 3 x shepherds huts for holiday use Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building.

DC/15/0103 3 Rose Villa West Street Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 9LG Installation of 2no. rooflights to front roof slope and 1no. rooflight to rear roof slope Reason for Advert: Conservation Area.

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Should any person wish to make representation please do so either on-line , using the website detailed above, e-mail us direct at planning@horsham.gov.uk ,or in writing to Park North, North Street, Horsham, RH12 1RL, within 21 days of the date of this notice.

HORSHAM DISTRICT COUNCIL Town and Country Planning Act 1990 Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 The Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) Order 2010 Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 Notice is hereby given that the following applications have been submitted to Horsham District Council, registered between 19th January 2015 and 23rd January 2015: Please note the below list of applications advertised are only those we are required to do so by law. A full list of application is available by visiting our website at www.horsham.gov.uk

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A copy of each application and the submitted plans are available for inspection on the Council’s website www.planning@ horsham.gov.uk/publicaccess and also at the Council Offices during normal working hours. Any person who wishes to make representations about any of the applications below should do so in writing to Horsham District Council, Park North, North Street, 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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Ladies networking group launching for Horsham Benjamin Coren Business Reporter Are you a female executive or entrepreneur, either setting up a new business or looking to increase your business network? The Athena Network could be for you and local businesswoman Emma Watkins is setting up a local branch in Handcross, West Sussex. Emma Watkins, regional director for the Athena Network in West Sussex runs networking groups for women and is excited for the launch of the brand new group on February 10, which will serve the Horsham area. The group enables women in business to build their business through networking, take part in regular business development training, learn how to network and to develop relationships and contacts gained through networking. The new Handcross group will run lunchtime groups and support local businesswomen and entrepreneurs. Emma Watkins said: “People in local business often run their business from home or have a small office which can mean working alone. Here we have people from a number of different professions and we use each other to pass business and we create our own support network.

“Having connections like this when you start a small business is very important. It’s an opportunity to get out there and meet likeminded people.” Emma started running Athena networking groups last year. The Athena Network is now in its 10th year and now has over 3,000 members across seven countries. Every Athena group meeting is divided up into meeting and networking, networking strategy and business development training, and guests are finally given the opportunity to talk to the group about any business referrals they might have for one another. This is also a chance for members to share success stories or give testimonials for other members. Emma said: “Ladies who join can take a small business to the next level. Last year I met a number of publishers through the net-

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work, I was able to gain really useful contacts through Athena. Were it not for the group I would not have made these contacts. “It worked for me and my business, so I decided to set up my own franchise for this part of West Sussex.” Joining the Handcross group at launch will give ladies the opportunity to become a founding member of the group and help shape its development. Meetings take place every second Tuesday of the month and the first one takes place on February 10. To join there is an annual fee of £235, or £200 for founding launch members, meetings take place from 12pm to 2pm. For more information call Emma Watkins on 0800 0885828 or email emma.watkins@theathenanetwork.com or visit www.theathenanetwork.com/emmawatkins.

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In this month’s article our Business expert and Author Janette Whitney, advises on the need to review your business

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out of, the enterprise. Are you working all hours in your business when what you really should be doing is spending some time working on your business? Being fully involved in the day to day business operations sometimes means that you are too close to it and therefore, not as objective about decisions as you should be. Janette Whitney & Associates 2 hour ‘Business Health check’ has been specifically designed to help you think and plan constructively about the future, by providing you with an impartial overview of your current business performance and advising what you need to do to develop your business further. To benefit from Janette’s professional advice call 01403 733671 or visit www.whitneyassocs.co.uk About Janette Janette Whitney (ACIB MCMI) is a multi award-winning business consultant and business growth specialist. She has clients that range from start-up businesses to companies with a £10 million turnover across a diverse range of industries. With a proven track record of satisfied clients and 30 years’ experience, she is ideally placed to support Business readers with their company strategies and achieve their goals.

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You launched your own business a year or so ago. You have met all your early objectives and things are going well. How do you stay on course and keep up the level of excitement and achievement? And what is the next step? Back to basics 12 months on is a good moment to take stock, but the key is do it regularly. Look at your initial objectives again. Remind yourself why you started your business. Compare where you are now with where you were 12 months ago. Are you still going in the direction you ﬁrst planned or have things changed? Decisions to take If you have diverged from your original plan, should you modify it to take account of the way things have worked out, or should you put yourself back on track? You may have discovered that your original vision, the dream, is not feasible in practice. For example, you may have trained as a car mechanic and set up a business to

service your favourite cars, MG’s. However, in the course of the year people have asked you to service other cars and rather than turn away any business at this early stage, you have taken on the work. The result is that though you have plenty of work, and you enjoy it, not much of it is on MG’s. Does this bother you? Should you make a determined effort to return to your plan of servicing only MG’s? Or should you alter course and service any cars? It’s important to take stock and make a positive decision one way or the other. There is nothing wrong with altering your original plan, but you want to avoid just allowing yourself to drift into a new direction without acknowledging it. Why? Well, if you let things drift you may find yourself getting sucked into a situation where the business has taken you over and you aren’t in control. Reassess where you are to avoid chaos. Either recognise that servicing any car suits you fine and rework your business plan an that premise, or fight the currents pulling you that way and return to the goal of servicing just MGs. Working on the business One year on is also a good point to assess how much you are putting into, and how much you are getting

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Expert knowledge and quality products at Horace Fuller Benjamin Coren Business Reporter One of Horsham’s oldest business has spent over 90 years helping residents keep their gardens tidy and their mowers running, today Horace Fuller continues that tradition offering in house servicing and the best in garden machinery. Established in 1922, Horace Fuller Ltd. opened in Horsham originally supplying products to the dairy industry, and they began manufacturing and selling the Fuller Seed Drill, the first mechanical seed drill in the UK. The business eventually turned its hands to garden machinery, and later expanded opening branches in Pulborough and Salfords in Redhill. Horace Fuller supplies, lawnmowers, sit on mowers, strimmers, chainsaws and more as well as their own in-house servicing department. All repairs are made on site and are not sent off to other mechanics. Sam Harmer, head of servicing

at Horace Fuller said: “People come to us for our specialist knowledge. We ask customers about their garden size and what they require, and we work with in their needs, giving honest advice and selling what matches their needs. “We also do services on equipment for customers in our workshop by one of our engineers. All our branches have their own workshops and some of our engineers have over 30 years experience.” H o r a c e Fuller stock a variety of brands of garden machinery including Westwood, Hayter, Mountfield, Alko, Stihl, Echo, Husqvarna and many other top brands. Horace Fuller pride themselves on selling good, quality machinery with very friendly service, they have offered expertise in this field since 1922 and have become a well established business in Horsham. For more information visit www. horacefuller.com or call 01403 625030 or email horsham@horacefuller.com.

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Celebrating 100 years of Norman Wisdom

Gig Guide Thursday 29 January Stan’s Originals Showcase (20.30 - Shotgun 21, Benita Johnson, Trevor Clawson) The Malt Shovel, Horsham (01403 252302) Nigel Bagge (20.30 - Rare Footstomping Blues/Rock/ Roots Music) The Tanners Arms, Horsham (01403 588789) Friday 30 January The Gangsters (20.30) The Shelley Arms, Broadbridge Heath (01403 253406) The Taxplayers (20.30) The Beehive, Reigate (01737 246943) Danny Dangerously (20:00 - PLUS 3times7, Entwined & more...) The Imperial , Crawley Saturday 31 January Voodoo Sheiks (20.30) The Oval Tavern, Croydon (020 8686 6023) Haze (20.30) The Malt Shovel, Horsham (01403 252302) Rock Anthems (20.00) Merton Manor Club, Wimbledon (020 8542 9340) Sunday 1 February Sara Oschlag Trio (14.00 17.00) The Eight Bells, Bolney (01444 881396) Blues Jam (16.00 - 19.00 Back Line Provided. Just bring instruments) The Bat and Ball, Wisborough Green (01403 700676)

Michael Simmonds A new exhibition has opened in Horsham celebrating the life and work of Norman Wisdom. ‘100 Years of Wisdom’ marks what would have been the star’s 100th birthday and is available to view in the first-floor gallery area at The Capitol Theatre until February 15. It features 50s and 60s memorabilia and original printed artwork

from the comedian’s career as well as one of Wisdom’s suits, on loan from his son Nicholas. The exhibition has been put together by Jack Lane, a long-time fan of Norman Wisdom. He told The District Post: “As an actor and lover of all things entertainment, I am a massive fan of Norman’s work. In fact, I can’t remember a time when his classic comedy wasn’t part of

Wednesday 4 February Open Mic (20.30) The Tanners Arms, Horsham (01403 588789) Freddie Woods Big Band (20.30 - Jazz) Horsham Cricket Club, Horsham (01403 254628) Barns Green Music Festival Acoustic Showcase (19.30 The Munday Sisters, Pipe & Tabor, Mark Ben Wilson) The Queens Head, Barns Green (01403 730436) Thursday 5 February Tanners Electric Jam (20.30 - with our House Band) The Tanners Arms, Horsham (01403 588789) Open Mic with Stan (20:30) The Malt Shovel, Horsham (01403 252302)

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Jack added that he is inspired by Wisdom’s passion for making people laugh, so much so that he now plans to bring the life story of the comedian to the stage in a new play. He said: “If all goes to plan, ‘Wisdom of a Fool’ will open later this year. Much like this exhibition, it’s been a labour of love.” See 100 Years of Wisdon at the Capitol, Horsham until February 15, 2015.

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my life. I have also been fascinated not just by his career but his personal story for many years. “This exhibition is my love letter to him and his family, who have been so generous in giving their time and consent to me for this project. I’d like to say a massive thank you to Nicholas and Jacqui Wisdom for believing in my vision for this tribute.”

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Trinity Church Players to perform Sleeping Beauty Trinity Church Players Theatre Company Trinity Church Players (TCP) will be performing their annual pantomime at Holy Trinity Church Hall, Rushams Road at 7.30pm on Friday, January 30, and at 2.30pm and 7.30pm on Saturday, January 31. This year’s panto is Sleeping Beauty, written by a group of TCP members - The Brothers Dimm. It will have all the usual elements, a large cast, great songs, sweet throwing, colourful costumes and general mayhem. Add to that some Disney Princesses, an ageing Hansel and Gretel, and a talking lamppost and you have a highly entertaining tale. Leader Jane O’Sullivan said: “Lynn Andrews and I have been putting on Trinity Church Players pantomimes for over 20 years and the group goes from strength to strength. We have a large cast of varying ages and we all work together the weekend before the show to build the stage from scratch. “TCP are a really sociable group so we have lots of laughs whilst managing to entertain our local community and raise good sums for the church and various charities. Just before Christmas 30 of us went carol singing round the local streets and in two hours raised £262 for Shooting Stars CHASE - the children’s hospice. “Proceeds from the pantomime will be split evenly between Street Life - a local charity supporting street children in India, and Holy Trinity Church funds.” There will be a bar selling wine and soft drinks before each per-

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formance and at the interval. At the matinee light refreshments will also be on sale. Over the past 10 years, Trinity Church Players are proud to have raised almost

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leading children’s entertainer, and has taken to the stage in his ﬁrst stage show to rave reviews. Described as ‘energetic’ and ‘full of non-stop laughs’ come and see what sets this entertainer apart from the rest. Other stops on the tour will include Wednesday 8 April at the Capitol Studio, Horsham during the Easter Holidays, and Friday 29 May at the Hawth Studio, Crawley during the summer half term. Contact individual theatres for tickets and information. For further information and updates on Tomfoolery and the Beans on Toast tour, go to facebook.com/ tomfooleryuk or follow @tomfooleryuk on Twitter.

Thursday 12 February 7.30pm An affecting, heartfelt production that’s funny and touching in turn. The magic of Rachael Savage’s production is that it creates such a vivid world without voice and words.

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Tomfoolery is packing up his bags, and saucepan, and bringing his Beans on Toast tour to a variety of theatres in Sussex. First stop for the tour is Chequer Mead in East Grinstead during the February half term, on Thursday 20 February at 2pm. A one hour show, packed full of energy, dancing, singing and magic – not forgetting Tom’s monkey sidekick Jim Pansy – the Beans on Toast show is fun for all the family. There’s plenty of audience interaction, and even a dose of Hokey Cokey to join in with, not to mention the chance to win a coveted Beans on Toast t-shirt! Tomfoolery is the South East’s

Millais hold annual panto On the last day of term, lessons were suspended as staﬀ and prefects presented the annual pantomime to all pupils. This involved three performances of audience participation in the exciting tale of Dick Whittington and his famous cat – not like this, like that! Costumes and sound eﬀects all added to the magic of a traditional pantomime story. In the end, with

the aid of Fairy Nuﬀ and Fairy Snow, the much booed King Rat and his rat gang were changed and became very kind! Dick Whittington became Lord Mayor of London, hurray, and won the hand of Alice Fitzwarren, ahhh. Everyone joined in enthusiastically with the ﬁnal song Jingle Bell Rock to bring our pantomime to a successful and happy end.

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EVENT O F THE WEEK TOY & TRAIN COLLECTORS FAIR February 22

At Ashington Community Centre 10am – 2pm (sellers from 8am). Buy, sell and swap toys old and new. Including Dinky, Corgi, Matchbox diecasts, Hornby trains, Meccano, Lego and more. £1 entry, free parking, refreshments available. For table bookings/information call Simon 07727 023893. Bring toys you have to sell along.

ART EXHIBITION

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January 9 – February 20 Jane Salter’s exhibition ‘Bella in St. Lucia’ takes place in Art Ache Gallery within Rachael’s Kitchen on the 2nd floor (38 Carfax, Horsham). A chance to meet the artist on the open day. All welcome. For more information, contact Sally 07500 220081.

February 1 Charity concert raising funds for the ABC Animal Sanctuary and the Dame Vera Lynn Trust. A wealth of local talent and music to suit all from a range of genres. At the Capitol at 7pm. Tickets £12, concessions £10. Available by calling 01403 750220.

SOUTHWATER LOCAL HISTORY GROUP TALK February 2 Dr Janet Pennington will be presenting an illustrated talk entitled Wiston House at Beeson House, Lintot Square, Southwater at 7.30pm. Non-members welcome - £3 entry. For further information, call Jeremy Senneck on 01403 731247.

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February 2 Society member, John Hamilton`s talks are well-illustrated. This one is about a visit to three Tiger Project Reserves in February 2012. It will be the usual mix of birds, butterflies and mammals. 7.30pm at the Wesley Hall, London Road, Horsham. Free to members, small fee for nonmembers.

February 4 An illustrated talk on the Weald and Downland Open Air Museum. In St Mary’s Room adjacent to the church in East Street, Billingshurst between 9.45am and 11am. £3, or £20 per term, refreshments available. For more information, call Gerry on 01403 784669.

February 4 A Billingshurst Horticultural Society talk by John Nash about the history of the apple and its part in local villages. At the Women’s Hall, High Street, Billingshurst, at 8pm. Admission free to members, visitors £1 (including refreshments).

February 4 Royal Air Force Association 665 Horsham & Storrington Branch hold a coffee morning every Wednesday from 10am-12pm. All are welcome, please feel free to bring a friend. Needles Farm Buildings, Three Acres, Horsham. For enquiries, contact 01403 242277.

February 5 Mannings Heath and District Horticultural Society present A Natures Photographer’s Year - a talk by Robert Canis who is a professional photographer specialising in wildlife and landscapes. He will give a few tips for taking better pictures. At Mannings Heath Village Hall at 7.30pm.

BOBBLE DAY February 7 Age UK Horsham District event to raise money for the Spread the Warmth campaign to support vulnerable older people throughout Horsham District. Visit the Carfax between 9am and 3 pm where volunteers will be holding a street collection and selling bobbles. Enjoy a cup of tea and chat too.

HORSHAM INTERFAITH TALK February 28 How can humanists get along with religious groups? A talk and discussion by Simon Clare who runs Horsham Skeptics in the Pub. At The Church Centre, Causeway, Horsham at 1pm. For more information, visit www.horsham-interfaith.org.uk/ events.php

Lose weight and keep it off with Cambridge Weight Plan Benjamin Coren Health & Lifestyle Reporter Trying to lose weight can often be a struggle for many, and numerous diets can seem like a chore to maintain or simply don’t work for some. Cambridge Weight Plan is a flexible weight management programme which features a number of mouth-watering products which can be combined for more gradual weight loss and weight management. The company has existed for over 30 years and local couple Nicola and Stuart Farquharson-Roberts have set up a new Weight Loss Centre in Horsham. There are six steps available to customers, Nicola FarquharsonRoberts, co-consultant said: “This programme helps people lose weight and keep the weight off.” Nicola discovered Cambridge Weight Plan herself in 2006, after taking it on in 2007 she went from a size 20 to a size 10. Nicola said: “As you might imagine, it completely transformed my life! It has helped me maintain a healthier weight,

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and most importantly, feel empowered to control it.” There is a large range of delicious products for people to eat on the plan including soups, milkshakes, rice pudding, porridge, spaghetti bolognaise and more. The new centre has just opened on West Street, Horsham, and Nicola and Stuart are holding an open day at the centre on February 7, at their second floor office at 2627 West Street. Nicola said: “People can come and get a free BMI check and talk about possible options for people if they are available for the programme, you can even get started on the day.” There will also be free tasters available of a variety of Cambridge products. Nicola and Stuart offer one to one support to customers and can help you find a plan to suit your lifestyle. Daytime and evening appoint-

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Bluecoat Sports Top 3 Tips for that New Year’s Resolution Expect setbacks

No matter how hard we try there will always be periods of time when our training doesn’t go to plan. Our diaries get interrupted, the cat needed an urgent trip to the vet, you got roped into taking the mother-in-law on a shopping trip, or you just quite simply are working to damn hard to ﬁnd a

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spare 90 minutes in your day. Our advice to you is this – do not give up! It can be easy to get discouraged and to completely write oﬀ your exercise for the day – but this when you need to stay motivated! Every bit of progress you make towards your goal really does count, no matter how small. So even when you can’t ﬁnd the time to make it to the gym and achieve all you wanted to, at least achieve something

will ﬁnd it easier to get on the road to better ﬁtness, and stay there. Once you have achieved your goal, you can then re-asses where you want to be and set a new one. “I will bench press an extra pound every week from January 1st until I can bench press my own body-weight” and “Starting on Monday I will run a total of 60 minutes per week for the next 3 months” are examples of SMART goals.

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Don’t keep your New Year’s resolution to yourself. Sharing your goals with your family and friends can be a powerful motivational tool to push you through to goal accomplishment. Having those closest to you in on your plans can mean daily, invaluable support and assistance. You may even ﬁnd that they’re willing to modify their own lives, at least temporarily, to help out. What’s more, just the fact that you’ve conﬁded in them is a powerful motivator for helping you remain consistent and persistent. You can also share your actual workouts by getting a workout buddy or even hiring a personal trainer.

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Open Day at Bluecoats On 31st January we will be holding our Open Day showcasing what we have to offer here at Bluecoat Sports. We are opening up our facilities to all Members and Non Members over the course of the day, with all activities* free of charge for everyone! As well as our busy class schedule you can also take advantage of our 25m pool and do a few lengths, or give yourself a go at one of our

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I joined Bluecoat Sports as a massively unconfident large lady on a huge mission to get fit and lose weight. I always thought I was too fat to exercise and did not want to join any classes or go to the gym. I decided I would start swimming and went down to take a look at the pool at Bluecoat Sports as I had heard good things. After having an initial tour by such a lovely member of staff who made me feel extremely comfortable in their environment, I decided I needed to give things a proper go! I started with a couple of classes a week and as I realised how lovely, friendly, professional, approachable and ‘real’ the instructors were, I was soon attending 5 classes a week. Even on the weeks where I felt I “couldn’t be bothered” the staff and Members always helped me to keep going. Bluecoat Sports is such a family friendly centre and I can honestly say, I’ve never known a Fitness Club like it! I still continue to exercise every week and after much encouragement, support and plenty of giggles, I’m eight and a half stone lighter! I am fitter, live a completely different lifestyle and now enjoy running about with my children! Louise Miah - 35 years

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Local woman to run Brighton Half Marathon for charity Charlotte Schroeter Health & Lifestyle Reporter A young woman from Horsham will be running the Vitality Brighton Half Marathon on Sunday, February 22 in aid of Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research. This is the first organised run Charlotte Skipper, 23, of Horsham, has decided to take part in although it is something she has always wanted to do. Charlotte signed up for the Vitality Brighton Half Marathon with some friends and when she was looking through the list of charities she could chose to support, Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research immediately stuck out for her as it is close to her heart. Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research aim to stop people dying of blood cancer and researchers are working to stop people developing blood cancer in the first place. The charity improves the lives of people with blood cancers as it believes everyone should be able to live their life to the full. Charlotte told The District Post: “My granddad had leukaemia for over 15 years and a friend of my dad has myeloma, another blood can-

cer. I’ve wanted to do a half marathon for a while as running is a hobby of mine. I really got into it last summer and I’ve found the training plan from the marathon organisers really great. “I picked a plan that suited my lifestyle and have built up my running distances. It’s a 16 week plan and I currently run three times a week, two shorter runs on two evenings after work and one long run at the weekend. “Completing the training has meant I’ve exercised over Christmas and throughout winter. It’s actually quite nice to run in colder temperatures.” The Vitality Brighton Half Marathon is now in its 25th year and is a 13 mile route around the city starting and finishing on Madeira Drive, situated between Brighton Pier and Brighton Marina. “I’d love to do another half marathon after this one and I’m aiming to complete a full marathon as I’m enjoying the training so much.” If you would like to sponsor Charlotte and support the work of Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research, you can donate by visiting www.justgiving.com/Charlotte-Skipper1.

Get fit whilst raising vital funds for Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance Are you looking to get fit or simply looking for a New Year challenge? Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance is appealing for runners and cyclists to sign up to a number of challenge and fitness events in 2015 as the charity celebrates its 25th anniversary. The charity has places available for the Brighton Marathon on April 12, when air ambulance paramedic Lewis Price will be among the runners, and the London 10k on July 12. All entrants will be supported and given sponsor forms, a fundraising pack, training guides, an air ambulance running vest and a chance to see the helicopter and meet the crew. Riders are also needed for the charity’s Double 100 Cycle Challenge on September 27, a 100-mile or 100km bike ride which will this year include a 25-mile route. Community fundraising officer Michelle Woodland said: “This is the traditionally the time of year when people are looking to get in shape and set their targets for the year ahead. This is a really special year for us at the air ambulance as we celebrate our Silver Jubilee so please get involved and be part of it by taking on one of our challenges.” Other events in the fundraising calendar include the GS Avanti Kentish Killer on February 15, Hastings Half Marathon (March 22), Paddock Wood Half Marathon (March

(L-R) Air Ambulance doctor Hania Glinska and Paramedic Sloane Phillips pictured at the Mall during last year’s London 10k 29), Brighton 10k (April 12), Warrior Run (April 19), Tonbridge Triathlon (May 4), London to Brighton 100k Challenge (May 23/24), BUPA London 10k (May 25), Reigate Half Marathon (September 20), Bexhill Triathlon and Duathlon (September 27), and Barns Green Half Marathon (also September 27). The Air Ambulance service in Kent, Surrey and Sussex costs around £6 million annually to stay airborne. Receiving no funding from the National Lottery, the charity relies almost entirely upon the generosity of the public to support the two helicopters based at Marden in Kent and Redhill in Surrey. For more details about the air ambulance’s challenge and fitness events go to www.kssairambulance. org.uk/involved/challenge.

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Peaceful home with extensive gardens

SLEEPY HOLLOW, STORRINGTON £535,000 ‘Woodcot’ is delightfully situated within this highly regarded lane on the fringes of Storrington village. Internally, the property offers versatile accommodation retaining much charm and original features throughout, offering scope for modernisation or further extension. Features include: sitting room with open fireplace, dining room, two double bedrooms, third reception, utility room, cloakroom, two further first floor bedrooms, detached double garage, ample parking, extensive secluded gardens. As you approach ‘Woodcot’ through the attractive lanes, the property is set on a good sized plot and through the stable door at the rear is where you enter the property into the utility area as this is the preferred entrance that is used. The kitchen has all the usual appliances and this leads into the inner hallway with a downstairs

bathroom and ground floor bedroom 2. The dining hall and separate lounge are both full of character with beamed ceilings and feature inset shelving and open fireplaces. The main front door is off the dining hall. To the side of the dining hall is ground floor bedroom one. To the other side of the utility area is a lobby with downstairs w.c., and a third reception room/study. Turning to upstairs, there are bedrooms three and four. The main feature of ‘Woodcot’ is the lovely extensive gardens that surround the property; a real haven for gardeners. To the front is driveway parking for several vehicles and a detached double garage. The property is set in a peaceful and favoured setting and is being offered for sale with no onward chain. Early viewing is advisable. For more information or to arrange a viewing, call the team at Fowlers, Storrington on 01903 745844.

Inspirational interiors at Marringdean Acres

Ralph Lauren and The White Company were the inspiration for the interior design of the brand new show home at Marringdean Acres, the popular Billingshurst development by Fabrica by A2Dominion, according to their interior designer, Hannah Freeman of Phoenix Designs. Hannah said: “The design will definitely have a neutral, elegant ‘Ralph Lauren’ feel with bursts of navy for a smart country look combining urban and rural elements. “As a four bedroom family home there has been plenty of space to

create an interior which has some really unusual features. “Personally I love the textured wallpaper in the living room and the geometric cushions which have added a contemporary feel. We’ve also included a luxurious bed with a curved button headboard in the master suite from The White Company and ‘shutter’ wallpaper from the Andrew Martin collection.” The show home, which opens to prospective buyers on 31st January, provides generous accommodation for all the family with

an open plan kitchen/dining area leading out onto the garden for summer entertaining as well as a separate living room and study/ play room. Upstairs, there are four generously sized bedrooms, two of which have ensuite shower rooms. Susan Wadsworth, Head of New Homes at selling agents Henry Adams comments: “It’s always exciting to see a new show home unveiled and this promises to be something special which I’m sure will appeal to families in the area who have been drawn to all the ben-

efits of Cereston. On the fringe of the village within walking distance of the station, and with both primary and secondary schools nearby, it’s a great place for families.” Substantial five bedroom detached homes are available at Marringdean Acres from £529,995 and a stylish four bedroom detached home is available at £449,995. For further information, contact the Sales & Marketing suite at Marringdean Acres which is open from 10am to 5pm daily on 01403 784875 or visit www.henryadams. co.uk. Sat Nav RH14 9HD.

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Reserve now and move in March 2015 The Roseland is a stunning 3 bedroom home available for occupation in March 2015. This beautifully styled home offers a spacious open plan living and dining area with separate kitchen, as well as a luxurious master bedroom with ensuite. The Roseland Plot 100 - £355,000 Plot 102 - £355,000 Plot 107 - £345,000 Highwood offers an unrivalled collection of beautiful 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 new homes, set just a short walk from all of the amenities available in Horsham. To find out more or book your personal appointment speak to one of our dedicated Sales Team on 01403 887151 Showhome available to view. Sales Suite open daily 10am - 5pm. Highwood, Hills Farm Lane, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1EP

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The Spires is a unique development of just nine bungalows in the stunning village setting of West Chiltington. These remarkably large bungalows, situated in a private cul-de-sac, have fantastic local amenities within walking distance and the nearby bus stop makes this is an ideal base to explore the rest of West Sussex and the nearby South Downs.

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Pulborough ID 45576 Horsham

£208,500 £395,000

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• OPEN HOUSE 14TH FEB 9.30 • Attractive Victorian Semi-detached • Two bedrooms

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£300,000

horsham

• OPEN HOUSE 7th FEB 14.00 • 3 bed semi • Quiet cul-de-sac

• Village Location • Original features • Conservatory/utility room

£375,000 - £390,000

horsham

• 4 double bedrooms • 2 reception rooms • Conservatory

horsham

• OPEN HOUSE 14th FEB 12.00 • Three bedrooms • Detached

horsham

• 1 Bedroom apartment • Close to Horsham Station • Allocated Parking

• 3 bedroom chalet bungalow • Well presented throughout • Easy to maintain gardens

• Cul-de-sac situation • Village location • Corner plot

£150,000

• No ongoing chain • Great FTB or BTL

£335,000

• Off road parking • Garage • Potential to extend (STPP)

£425,000 - £450,000

• Secluded south facing garden • 2 bathrooms • Garage

£450,000 - £500,000

• Garage and drive • Sought after location • 2 reception rooms

horsham

• OPEN HOUSE 7TH FEB 9.30 • No Chain • Two double bedrooms

£175,000

• Communal garden • New Kitchen • Balcony

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• OPEN HOUSE 7TH FEB 12.00 • Four double bedrooms • Two bathrooms

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• Two double bedrooms • Quiet cul-de-sac • Village location

£550,000

• Fantastic Gallery Landing • Attached double garage and parking • Secluded rear garden

£225,000 - £235,000

• 2/3 bed detached chalet bungalow • Close to Horsham centre • Off road parking and garage

£475,000

• 1 bed retirment flat • Ground floor • Well presented

£179,950

• Great facilities • Easy access to shop/town • No chain

£430,000

• En Suite Shower Room • Fourth bedroom/Home Office • Luxury family bathroom

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£565,000

• Large double garage • Off road parking • End of private lane

horsham

• 3 bed Victorian semi • Quiet secluded plot • Sought after location

• Fantastic outlook • Flexible accommodation • No through road

horsham

• Extended family accommodation • Popular West side position • Three double bedrooms

• Three/four double bedrooms • Fantastic country views • Large sitting room & kitchen

• Two parking bays • Sunny aspect • Large conservatory

horsham

£450,000

• Stunning presentation • 3 reception rooms • Potential to extend

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• Two bedrooms • Two bathrooms • Kitchen diner

£165,000

• Large sitting room • Fantastic outlook • Off-road parking

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£229,950 Leasehold

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A three/four bedroom terraced house located in South East Horsham within close proximity of Horsham Mainline Station and Town Centre. 14’11 living room, open plan to 11’2 dining area, 10’5 kitchen, 9’10 utility room and downstairs cloakroom. To the first floor are three/four bedrooms and bathroom. Driveway Parking.

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£124,950 Leasehold

Purpose built apartment for those aged 60 years and over. Situated in an extremely convenient location within easy reach of the town centre with all its amenities, this McCarthy & Stone development is managed by Peverel Retirement and offers secure and comfortable living. NO CHAIN.

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An attractive two bedroom mews house located at the south-west side of the town in a select development, close to Horsham town centre and The Carfax. The property forms part of the small select Tanbridge House development set in a peaceful location but conveniently close to the centre of Horsham. NO CHAIN.

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The area’s longest established independent family firm

southwater | £385,000 A detached house located in an established and sought after location on the edge of Southwater with all its many facilities including. EPC rating D.

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billingshurst | £475,000 A detached three bedroom family bungalow set in its own grounds with sweeping lawns and a pleasant outlook with neighbouring trees and gardens as its main back drop. Situated in the sought after location of Marringdean road on the outskirts of Billingshurst. EPC rating D.

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billingshurst | £339,950 A very attractive semi detached family house situated in a slightly tucked away location on the sought after Penfold Grange Development. EPC rating C.

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storrington | £825,000

storrington | £595,000

storrington | £145,000

A substantial and individually designed 5 bedroom property to be constructed to an extremely high standard, situated in a peaceful private lane.

new instruCtion A Grade II Listed character residence currently operating as one of Storrington’s most reputable and established restaurants.

new instruCtion A first floor two bedroom retirement flat for 60 years and over within this popular development in the centre of Storrington.

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Horsham Horsham

£480,000

A well presented 3 double bedroom family home in a quiet cul-de-sac on the east side of Horsham. 22’ lounge/ dining room, off street parking, garage, front & rear gardens, no chain.

Horsham

£260,000

Horsham

£375,000

Guide price £375,000 to £400,000 A refurbished 3 bedroom family home on the west side of Horsham. Off street parking & garage, large garden and no onward chain.

Horsham

£350,000

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Guide price £260,000 to £280,000 Open day 7th Feb 2015 10-12 noon. 3 bedroom mid terrace family home located in North Horsham. Comprises of lounge/dining room and kitchen on the ground floor.

Colgate, Horsham

£346,950

£335,000

Guide price £335,000 to £365,000 A three bedroom semi detached bungalow in excellent condition and in an extremely sought after location, on the Westside of Horsham.

Horsham

£230,000

TC dS Sol

Guide price £350,000 to £375,000 A 3/4 bedroom semi detached family home with planning permission to extend to a 4/5 bedroom 3 bathroom residence. Plans available on request.

Horsham

£240,000

Guide price from £230,000 to £250,000 A two bedroom mid terrace home with a good size rear garden situated on a North Horsham development. Located close to local schools and Littlehaven station.

Horsham

£220,000

TC dS Sol

An impressive 2 double bedroom luxury apartment in a converted Grade II Listed mansion house. The house was built around 1891 and was then converted into apartments in 1995.

01403 256 331 31 Carfax Horsham horsham@connells.co.uk

Connells presents a 2 double bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment situated in a cul de sac location on the north side of Horsham which gives access to Horsham town centre with its shops and restaurants.

West Sussex RH12 1EE

Guide price £220,000 to £240,000 A 2 bedroom mid terrace family home with kitchen/ diner, lounge, family bathroom and a private rear garden. There is allocated parking. No onward chain.

Friday 30 January 2015

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Lettings North Parade, Horsham

Horsham £875pcm

New to the market a recently renovated two bedroom ground floor flat within walking distance to town and all amenities. Briefly consists of entrance hall, living room, kitchen with appliances, two double bedrooms.

Falklands Drive, Horsham

£925pcm

Station Road, Horsham

£1,250pcm

Available to the rental market a refurbished two bedroom ground floor flat which has been decorated to a high standard. Briefly comprises living room with oak flooring, with exposed brickwork of the original fireplace.

Wallis Way, Horsham

£995pcm

A two bedroom terraced house set in a quiet residential area of Horsham within easy reach of both main line train stations and the town centre. The property has an entrance hall, living room with wooden flooring.

Maple Road, Billingshurst £1,100pcm Wellington Road, Horsham

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A newly redecorated end of terrace house set in a quiet residential area of Horsham within easy reach of both main line train stations and the town centre. The property has an entrance hall, living room with sliding patio doors.

Set in the village of Billingshurst, this well presented three bedroom detached house with garage, conveniently placed for all village amenities and within easy access to mainline station, schools, and leisure centre.

New to the market a two double bedroom split level Victorian conversion maisonette situated within ¼ of a mile of Horsham town centre and mainline station. The property boasts private entrance hall with stairs.

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Horsham £1,850 PCM* three bed town house unfurnished available march epc rating c NEW

Horsham £1,350 PCM* three bed end of terrace unfurnished available february epc rating c

NEW Colgate £1,595 PCM* three bed semi-detached unfurnished available march epc rating e

Horsham £1,350 PCM* three bed semi-detached unfurnished available february epc rating d

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Horsham thrash Tunbridge Saturday January 24 - South League Premier Division 2 Horsham Men’s 1st XI 5 - 0 Tunbridge Wells Hockey Martin Read – Sports Reporter

Horsham Joggers at Worthing Lido

Joggers out in force at Worthing Lido Athletics Julia Johnson – Horsham Joggers

he Worthing Lido 4m is the second in this year’s West Sussex Fun Run League series of races. The course is a flat, out and back four miles along Worthing promenade and the sunshine and blue sky made conditions perfect for last Sunday’s race. Horsham Joggers were out in force with 29 finishers. Raff Vitale was the first Horsham Jogger home in a time of 25 mins 52 secs, putting him in 56th place overall out of a field of 724. Janine Littler was the first lady HJ home in 27:43. Full results were:

Raff Vitale 25:52, Duncan Caskey 26:23, Mike O’Grady 26:32, Janine Littler 27:43, Mike Saunders 27:50, Keith Valentine 28:03, Jacob Chew 28:42, Phil Liberman 28:46, Guy Gilder 28:50, Emma Comber 29:21, Gregory Collins 29:57, James Boniface 30:18, Vivienne Underhill 34:25, Margaret Wadman 35:10, Finbarr Cotter 36:16, Diane Berry 38:09, Caroline Bransden 38:30, Linda Morris 39:08, Stephanie Charman 39:41, Edna Clark 41:17, Caroline Daykin 41:26, Claire Burrows 42:20, Verity Dods 44:26, Helen Walden 44:34, Jo Hughes 47:35, Victoria Saunders 47:51, Eileen Quinton 47:54, Claire Miller 48:00 and

Top UK pole vaulter Tamsin Campbell

On Saturday January 24, fifteenyear-old pole vaulter Tamsin Campbell competed at the London Indoor Games at Lee Valley Athletics Centre and won the competition with a personal best of 3.51m. As a result of the victory Tamsin, who is a student at Farlington School, is now the UK’s number 1 Under-17 pole vaulter and fifth on the South of England all-time list. Last summer Tamsin was awarded talented athlete achievement support by the GLL Sport Foundation. She features on the foundation’s website as a supported athlete and receives a grant to cover equipment, training and competition costs, and free K2 membership. Sara Whittaker, Director of PE

Farlington win netball tournament

Jenny Boyd 48:12. The 2nd Dark Star River Marathon also took place last Sunday. This is a tough 28.2 mile trail beginning at Shoreham and following one side of the River Adur, picking up a part of the Downs Link near Partridge Green, and back down the other side of the river. It is advertised as ‘not your usual type of marathon’ and guarantees a nice muddy run and fully laden aid stations. Five Horsham Joggers took on the challenge with finishing times as follows: Maldwyn Thornton 4 hrs 10 mins, Alan Pettitt 4 hrs 21 mins, Paul Burgess 5 hrs 17 mins, Chris Yeomans 5 hrs 31 mins and Pete Thirkettle 5 hrs 33 mins.

Local girl Tamsin Campbell is the UK number one Junior Sport Dave Smith – Sports Editor

Sidelined by the weather last week and without a win since the end of November Horsham bounced back in style, entertaining their biggest crowd of the season with a storming victory. Two early attacks by Noah Chinn came to nought but as Horsham increased their possession Jack Dean finished a long run by enabling Cirdec Atkinson to score. Horsham scrambled away a rare attack by the visitors and earned short corners that they were unable to fulfil to lead 1-0 at the break. However, within three minutes of the restart Horsham made certain of winning. First John Burroughs burst through Tunbridge’s suspect defence for Jack Dean to find the net before Matt Hough converted a

short corner. Then Joe Humphreys followed with two goals, the second from a superb strike warranting a memorable celebration. A Freddie Campbell reverse stick smash was somehow averted, drawing another excellent save from the Tunbridge keeper, but for whom the 5-0 scoreline could have doubled. Horsham captain Duncan Howarth said: “Our second half purple patch was excellent. Joe Humphreys insisted on going back on the right, telling me that’s where he scores his goals – and he promptly proved it - twice!” Team Manager Al Campbell told us: “Our two goals in three minutes killed it for them and it was great to keep a clean sheet.” Runaway leaders Henley, still unbeaten, are seven points ahead of Banbury with Trojans third on 29 points. Horsham (27) remain fourth but with a game in hand and a double pointer in prospect tomorrow (Saturday 31) when they travel to Southampton to take on Trojans, whom they beat 6-2 at home in October.

and Games at Farlington, says, “Tamsin is a very talented athlete who is working hard to fulfil her potential. She has great determination and is one of our outstanding Sports Scholars.” Farlington achieved further sporting success on Saturday 24 when Sophie Kitson won two trophies for badminton in the 17th Annual Mid-Sussex Junior Badminton Tournament in Haywards Heath. Despite not playing competitive badminton for over a year the thirteen-year-old came first in both the Under-14 Girls Singles and Doubles events. Sara Whittaker said “It is good to see Sophie developing her talents for badminton. She has had great success in tennis and is continuing to do well in that sport, so it is exciting to see her achieving in other areas.”

Farlington U11 tournament winners Netball Dave Smith – Sports Editor Farlington School’s netball team won the recent Under-11 netball tournament held at Windlesham House. The tournament took place in very cold and wet conditions that all the teams taking part did well to combat. Despite losing the opening game 1-0 to Holmwood House the Farlington girls rallied well and won the next four matches 6-1, 3-1, 3-2 and 5-0 to reach the quarter final. Farlington faced Bedes in the quarter final and after starting strongly the team went on to win comfortably 8-0. This now put Farlington up against Holmwood House in the semi final, the team they had lost to earlier in the first match. This time, buoyed by winning the last five games, Farlington won a tightly

contested match 2-1. Farlington were joined in the final by Burgess Hill, a team that they had lost heavily to last year. Under the floodlights and with the temperature around zero the final was hotly contested with Burgess Hill equalising in the second half an earlier Farlington lead. At the final whistle the score remained 1-1 so three minutes of extra time was added. With just a minute of the extra time to play the Burgess Hill goalkeeper was guilty of obstruction from which a very nervous Maddy Giller stepped up and calmly netted the ball. After a long hard, cold and demanding day of play the Farlington team of Maddy Giller, Isabella Hayes, Liesl Bridge-Butler, Evie Marsden, Holly Cannons, Emilia Fisher and Imogen Rimer deservedly collected their winner’s medals and shield.

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Late Rangers comeback punishes wasteful YM Saturday January 24 - Sussex County League Div 1 Horsham YMCA 1 – 2 St Francis Rangers

YM’s Dan Sullivan stopped by the St Francis keeper

Photos by Clive Turner

Junior Football Round Up Football Dave Smith – Sports Editor Last weekend saw the junior football fixtures badly disrupted due to waterlogged pitches.

Horsham Sparrows Sparrows Under 12 – Two goals

from Luke P ensured the points were shared when the team travelled to St Pauls Panthers. Sparrows Under 18 – The team travelled to Worthing for a cup fixture and lost 2-1. After going a goal down Sparrows equalised with a superbly taken free kick from Noah. A second half penalty saw Worthing snatch the win in what was a hard fought and close game. Sparrows Under 12 girls – The team managed their first game for 3 months last Sunday, away to Lewes Bridge View. The girls turned in a strong performance winning 6-0 on a heavy pitch. Both Elisha S and Jess N bagged two goals whilst Holly S turned in a player of the match performance. The win moves the team up to 4th on the table. Sparrows Under 18 girls – A disappointing result for Sparrows as the girls lost 1-8 to a very strong Crawley team. 3 unfortunate in-

juries meant the team was under strength after 10 minutes and despite a fantastic 25yd strike from Naomi and a great performance from Hope, Crawley took control as the game went on.

Chesworth Rovers U11 9 - 0 Crawley Down Gatwick U11

Chesworth Rovers U11 eased past Crawley Down in the Heron Way Cup with Josh grabbing a superb first half hat trick. Chesworth’s top scorer Toby added two more goals, the second of which was a screamer from outside the area. Lewis added another in the first half to give Rovers a six goal lead which was added to by three second half goals from Seb, Elliott and Finlay making the final score 9-0. Match 2 was another home win with Nyle scoring 2 and Luke bagging his first goal in 2 seasons with a terrific volley.

Chesworth Rovers 6 - 3 Brockham Badgers Black

Chesworth Rovers U14 marked their first league game for two months with an excellent performance to beat Brockham Badgers 6-3. Michael Murray, a recent signing from Horsham Sparrows, scored five as he ripped through the Badgers’ defence, with Jack Frankland

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feat because you’ve switched off, there is nothing I can teach them. The game should have been long gone and put to bed at 3-0 or 4-0, and yet all the time it stays at 1-0, there’s that danger. I told the playFootball ers about it at half time. I said that if Tom Norris – Football Reporter we get to the last ten minutes and it is still 1-0 then we’ve got to keep it Two goals in the final seven mintight and look after the ball.” utes saw visitors St Francis RangAfter losing away at East Preston ers come from behind to beat a two weeks ago, Buckland placed wasteful YM 2-1 in Division 1 acemphasis on the importance tion at Gorings Mead on of his side’s next three Saturday. fixtures. After another Luke Gedling voldefeat, even the faintleyed the hosts ahead est hope of promomidway through the tion must now surely first half, before be dismissed. two Rangers goals in “Today is typifour minutes from cal of the way that Nathan Millroy and the season has gone. then Matt Godly at e Whether that puts our M the end of the secGe Y dlin d season to bed now in ond period punished g score terms of promotion, you Peter Buckland’s side don’t know. There are still fiffor a plethora of squandered teen games to go. We’ll keep turning chances. up and keep doing what we believe to Manager Buckland commented: be right, but we’re going to have to “It was another frustrating game. I hope that some of these chances end just said to the players that if they’d up in the back of the net.” played badly and St Francis had Goal scorers: YM - Gedling (27) come down here and gone home Rangers - Millroy (83) Godly (87) 2-1 winners then fair enough. But YM: Fox, Carden, Crane, Gathern, when you mainly play well and Evans, Dugdale, Gedling, T. Smith you’re 1-0 up and you’ve got sixty(O’Hara 58), Hibbert (J. Brown 77), odd percent possession of the ball, D. Sullivan, N. Sullivan. Unused and then inside of five minutes the game is turned around to a 2-1 deSubs: Lockwood, O’Carroll.

Playing surface creates a goal fest for Heath Horsham Sparrows Under 10 team in their Leaders sponsored kit adding the other goal from 20 yards. After such a long forced break this was a good team performance that will need to be continued if Chesworth are to climb up the table after making a slow start to the season.

Roffey Robins Athletic U15 0 – 3 Henfield U15

After a lengthy break due to Christmas and the bad weather, Robins were back in action for the first time since November. Despite the long layoff, Robins made top of the table Henfield work hard for their victory. The score would have been a lot higher but for a fine defensive performance by Robins’ back four of Mapait, Cranston, Lamberty and Read. Robins, however, did create a couple of chances. Harry Lord struck the bar from close range in the first half and hit a powerful shot just past the post in the second. Henfield’s goals were scored by Church, Neale and Robertson.

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Saturday January 24 - Sussex County League Div 1 Hailsham Town 3 - 5 Broadbridge Heath Football Dave Smith – Sports Editor Heavy overnight rain had put this match in doubt right up until the kick off, however having been deemed playable the saturated pitch let to a glut of goals and a good victory for Heath. Heath started well and had efforts by Jake Holmes, starting a game for the first time since October, and Ollie Moore well saved by the Hailsham keeper. Hailsham then came more into it and took the lead through Craig Norman who combined with Jamie Salvidge before slotting past Heath keeper Michael Chester. Minutes later Heath went 2 down when Dan Attwater gave away a penalty and the prolific Salvidge scored from the spot. In response manager Steve Painter switched to a 4-5-1 formation and the tactical change led immediately to a goal from Jake Legrange who pounced on a loose ball to score from close range. Minutes later the scores were level after Legrange’s cross found Holmes who took

the ball around a defender before placing the ball wide of the keeper. In a complete turnaround Ollie Moore netted just before the break to give Heath a 3-2 half time lead. Hailsham started the second half well forcing Chester into a few good saves. However midway through the half Mark Bevan combined with Holmes and Kieron Grieg before hitting a left foot shot wide of the Hailsham keeper into the net for Heath’s fourth. Hailsham refused to lie down and responded with a goal from Craig Norman who fired home from the edge of the area to decrease Hailsham’s deficit to a single goal. It led to a nervy closing few minutes for Heath before Moore settled the game in the last minute with his 14th goal of the season. After the game manager Steve Painter said, “Without Tiago (Andrade) or Jack (McNab), and with Jake Holmes lack of fitness I decided to start with a 4:4:2 formation but it was clear that wasn’t working so I changed it and I’m pleased I did.” Heath Team: M Chester, Alfieri (Clark 68), Bevan, Carruthers, Attwater, Godfrey, Moore, Waddingham, Holmes, Legrange (Robinson 62), Grieg.

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Hornets - The Great Escape is on

Two of Hornets’ new boys, Gregg Berry and Saul Otobo Photo by John Lines

Under strength Hornets defeat relegation rivals Saturday January 24 - Ryman League Division One South Walton Casuals 0 - 2 Horsham Football Dave Smith – Sports Editor Richie Welch equalised with his ﬁrst goal for the club

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Tuesday January 27 – Ryman League Division One South South Park 2 - 3 Horsham

orsham’s 3 - 2 victory at South Park on Tuesday night was the clubs third win on the bounce and has lifted them off the bottom of the table and to within 2 points of fourth and fifth bottom sides, Walton Casuals and Hythe Town. The remarkable turnaround under joint-managers Anthony Storey and Cliff Cant has seen 12 points amassed in the six games played under their control; the team had only gained 17 points from their previous 24 games prior to them taking the reins. In goal Horsham always had one of the divisions’ best keepers in Gareth Williams; they now have an organised unit in front of him unlike the days when Williams was left helpless as five, six and seven goals were scored past him. Up front there is a real goal threat

Trevor McCreadie’s volley made it 2 - 1 to the Hornets in Trevor McCreadie who has taken the weight oﬀ Tony Nwachukwu’s shoulders, scoring in each of the last three games. Another ‘new’ addition, Tom Graves, joined the ranks for the trip to South Park after rejoining the club earlier in the day. Graves has over 250 appearances for the Hornets against his name and started the match in the centre of defence in place of Tom Gilbert who had not recovered from the injury he picked up against Walton Casuals. Horsham fell behind to a 24th minute Chris Smith goal but rallied quickly with Richie Welch equalising from an eﬀort that the South Park keeper should have stopped. The half time lead for Horsham was assured by the goal of the game on 40 minutes.

Photos by John Lines Nwachukwu headed on for the lively and determined McCreadie who took one touch before hitting an unstoppable volley past the home keeper Campbell to the delight of the travelling Hornets fans. After 20 minutes of the second half South Park were level and again the goal was scored by Chris Smith who had posed a threat all night. A few matches ago, having been pegged back, the team would have folded but this group of players now show resolve and character that allowed them to push on and get a winner. The winning goal was a little fortunate in that the referee decided that an attempted clearance by a South Park defender that came at speed of his boot and straight into the arms of keeper Campbell was a back pass. From the indirect freekick, just a few yards from goal, the ball was touched to Nwachukwu who smashed it into the net passed the row of Park players on the goal line. The journey back from Reigate was a pleasant one for the Hornets, management and supporters with another vital three points in the bag. Saturday (tomorrow) sees the visit of Redhill to Gorings Mead. Redhill sit second bottom of the league, a place below the Hornets, so another win is much needed if The Great Escape is to continue.

The new look Storey and Cant inspired Hornets turned in a well organised and confident performance to inflict a damaging home defeat on Walton Casuals, one of their main relegation rivals. Despite the new management duo being without Tom Hughes, Callum Sherriff, Bailo Camara, Tom Vickers and Lewis Hamilton, resulting in Anthony Storey having to play himself, this was a vital and well earned victory that gave the Hornets back to back wins for the first time since last April. More importantly they have now moved level on points with Ramsgate and Redhill and are now just six points adrift of Walton Casuals who lie just above the relegation places; the Hornets are at home to Redhill tomorrow (Saturday 31). The first half was a poor affair with both sides letting the importance of the result prevent any constructive football. McCreadie and Nwachukwu worked hard up front for Horsham and ex Hornet Billy Dunn was well marked at the other end. The referees’ half time whistle brought to an end a forgettable 45 minutes in which George Branford’s dubious yellow card was the main talking point.

Storey picked up an injury and replaced himself with Gregg Berry, at the same time replacing Izokun with Saul Otobo. The two substitutes both immediately went close to scoring, Otobo forcing a save from keeper Tom Wellham that led to Berry hitting the post from the rebound when he really should have scored. It was only minutes later however that Horsham took the lead through striker McCreadie who calmly slotted the ball into the net after being put through on goal. Strorey and Cant were forced into another change when Tom Gilbert took a heavy challenge and was replaced by Oli Lockyer. Casuals now had to go for it resulting in the Hornets defence and keeper Williams needing to be strong and organised, of which they were. The game was wrapped up in the 76th minute when Berry’s run into the Casuals’ penalty area was stopped by a foul from Tyler Myers and ‘penalty king’ Tony Nwachukwu found the roof of the net from the spot to make it 2-0. The home side did have the last two chances of the match but the referee’s whistle brought to an end a contest that could be another step in the Hornets ‘Great Escape’. Goal scorers: McCreadie (57) Nwachukwu (pen, 76). Horsham Team: Williams, Akande, Hope, Gilbert (Lockyer, 72) Page, Storey (Otobo, 52) Branford, Welch, McCreadie, Nwachukwu, Izokun (Berry, 51).