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Disabled children and their parents met someone who shared their experiences when Samantha Cameron opened a new centre to help them in Horsham. The wife of Prime Minister David Cameron launched the Hop Skip and Jump Foundation for disabled children as part of the charity’s “Care In the High Street” initiative. Mrs Cameron, 44, has ﬁrst-hand knowledge of caring for a severely disabled child, having lost her son Ivan at only six in 2009 to the rare Ohtahara Symdrome that caused him severe epilepsy and cerebral palsy throughout his life. At the time she spoke of how looking after a disabled child “pushes you to the limits of what you can cope with, physically and emotionally.” In an upbeat private visit on Tuesday Mrs Cameron, who has three other children, Nancy 11, Arthur 9 and Florence, four, chatted to families. She also saw how special soft play and sensory areas, together with other facilities, helped youngsters who live with a wide range of

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Hard day’s knight for pupils before weekend’s Loxwood Joust

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With this weekend’s Loxwood Joust looming a knight warmed up with a visit to a school. The joust runs this Saturday and Sunday and again next weekend at Loxwood Meadow. Before preparing for combat Sir Stephen of Loxwood paid a visit to Billingshurst Primary School to show their students what life on the battle ﬁeld in mediaeval times was really like. Armed with authentic mediaeval weapons, Sir Stephen , whose real name is name Stephen Payne, demonstrated what it was like to be a Knight and the gruesome roles children had on the battleﬁeld. Billingshurst Primary School’s Year 5’s were captivated by the

demonstrations and display of medieval weaponry. Learning what war hammers, flange maces, mercy daggers and pole hammers were used for, along with the benefits of each weapon, they saw and really felt what life was like in what was a brutal age. Learning that they were older than the medieval children who started training at seven and eight years old, that the arrow was the most effective medieval weapon, with more than 4.5 million being fired at the Battle of Agincourt in 20 minutes, enough to block out the sun and turn day into night, were just some of the facts they were surprised to hear. With details on how the ‘hand

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bag’ came about – and the origins of common sayings such as ‘raising the stakes’ and ‘keep it under your hat’ all originating from the medieval battle ﬁelds, history was brought to life for the pupils and shown how it has impacted our modern day life. Stephen said: “I had a great time with this well-mannered, well behaved and curious group of children. They asked some really interesting questions and were very keen to participate and contribute in any way they could.” The Loxwood Joust runs from 10am to 6pm and is located just oﬀ the B2133 between Wisborough Green and Loxwood and has free parking.

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Red cards PC who faced Samurai sword attack honoured and flogged horses in Gatwick Gatwick protestors took to sports analogies to insist airport bosses should give up the fight for a second runway. Commenting on Gatwick Airport’s response to the Airports Commission decision on July 1 to recommend Heathrow for another runway instead, Gatwick Area Conservation Campaign chairman Brendon Sewill said: ‘Gatwick was given a red card and they should stop arguing with the referee.” Gatwick insists the wording of the report still gives it hope for expansion in the future, and a final decision has yet to be made on where the extra runway will be provided, although the commission’s recommendation for a third runway at Heathrow was unanimous. After listing points that he claimed were flaws in the Gatwick case Mr Sewill said: : “It is time for Gatwick to give up flogging their dead runway horse and concentrate instead on being a better neighbour” The campaign group claims some flaws in the Gatwick case are immediately apparent. Among points made in a statement were : “They cannot deny that a new runway at Gatwick would provide less economic benefit for the nation than one at Heathrow. “They draw attention to the growth in short haul flights to Europe. Many of these are bucketand-spade holidays which have always been Gatwick’s main forte but which these days many people find more convenient from other airports closer to their homes. “It is rubbish for Gatwick to talk about a ‘monopoly’ at Heathrow when Heathrow will always face tough competition from Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and many European airports. “On noise, Gatwick imply that the noise problem at Gatwick would not be serious. That will infuriate the thousands of people who are at present suffering from new flight paths introduced by Gatwick in the past two years.”

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Award recipients A constable who protected a colleague from a man carrying two Samurai swords is among people given policing awards. Officers, staff, special constables, volunteers and members of the community from West Sussex have been recognised for outstanding contributions over the past year. Award winners from Horsham and other parts of the county attended a ceremony at Arundel Castle. In one incident, while attending to a domestic situation, Sergeant Ben Websdale and PC Michael Butler were confronted by a young man with two Samurai swords. The man charged at the officers, forcing them both to move back. PC Butler tripped on the uneven path and Sergeant Websdale put himself in harm’s way to protect his colleague. No- one was seriously injured and when more officers arrived the suspect was arrested and charged. Speaking about the incident, which happened in Crawley, Sergeant Websdale said: “It was pretty much only afterwards, I’d say prob-

ably the next day, you start thinking about how close you were to actually losing your life because you don’t stand a chance with a Samurai sword, particularly two of them.” “It is nice to be recognised with a Divisional Commendation because police do a lot of hard work, and that was a very violent situation. I’m just glad no one got hurt.” PC Luke Farley was awarded a Divisional Commendation for arresting two men after a fight in Haywards Heath. He was attacked before calling for help from colleagues, and was assisted by an onduty passing paramedic. High Sheriff of West Sussex Denise Patterson and Assistant Chief Constable Steve Barry made the presentations and there were 104 awards in all. Superintendent Steve Whitton ,West Sussex Divisional Commander, said: “In my 29 years as a police officer I never cease to be amazed by the examples I see day in and day out of officers and staff going above and beyond in order to keep people safe, often putting themselves in harm’s way.”

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Top award goes to county’s nursing trio

Three nurses working for a trust that covers West Sussex have won a top award. The trio of Sussex Community NHS Trust staﬀ has been given the prestigious title of Queen’s Nurse by the community nursing charity The Queen’s Nursing Institute. They were all recommended for the accolade because of their long standing work in their specialist areas of nursing. Penny Gough, senior nurse assessor, demonstrated a commitment to high standards of patient centred care and the development of community nursing through innovative practice. Gill Walford, tissue viability nurse specialist, has demonstrated a commitment to high standards of patient care, learning and leadership. Anne-Marie Hartley, quality and

patient safety improvement nurse, has demonstrated a commitment to patient safety and a passion to improve the patient experience. The Queen’s Nurse title indicates a commitment to high standards of patient care, learning and leadership. Nurses who hold the title beneﬁt from developmental workshops, bursaries, networking opportunities, and a shared professional identity. Staﬀ on the Trust are the main providers of NHS community health services across West Sussex and Brighton and Hove. They provide a wide range of medical, nursing and therapeutic care to more than 8,000 people a day. They work to help people plan, manage and adapt to changes in their health, to prevent avoidable admission to hospital and to minimise hospital stay.

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Youngsters give charities a helping hand

Local charities will beneﬁt from the physical eﬀorts of youngsters. More than 1,000 students from Tanbridge House School completed an 8-mile sponsored walk last week in a bid to raise a huge amount for local charities. The bi-annual sponsored walk sees the whole school embark on

an extensive walk around Horsham and Slinfold. All students were asked to collecting sponsorship for taking part. Nearly every student at the school took part and completed the walk, which took about four hours. The money raised this year will be split between a number of local

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Top tips for the summer party season: • Place a container next to the barbeque for people to pop their empty drinks cans, bottles and plastic burger trays in. Make sure drinks cans and bottles are totally empty and no leftover food is put in. • Just tip all your recycling straight into your blue-top bin from the container. • Consider using washable plates and cutlery rather than plastic knives, forks and paper plates. • You can’t recycle plastic knives and forks but you can re-use them. • Ensure that everything is clean, dry and loose in your blue-top bin, if food waste or liquid gets in your bin it can ruin the rest of your recycling.

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Weald students throw a party The Weald Sixth Form Year 13 Graduation Dinner was held in the grandstand at Fontwell Park Racecourse. More than 120 students and 30 staﬀ in attended. Students arrived in style and looked stunning in their glamorous outﬁts and took the opportunity to take the opportunity to celebrate their hard work over the past year.

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In keeping with tradition ,the students organised the evening. They arranged arrival drinks, a threecourse dinner, a ‘Funky’ Photo Booth, DJ and dancing to keep them entertained until the early hours. There were speeches from outgoing Lead Prefects, reﬂecting on their time in Sixth Form with humour, nostalgia and very fond memories.

Hunt for two men after woman raped in Horsham

Police want to speak to these two men (pictured) after a vulnerable woman was raped in Horsham. They have released an appeal for public help in tracing them after the incident on July 12. The 32-year-old was drinking in the Kings Arms pub in Bishopric but left at about 9.30pm that evening with two men. Police said one of the men then raped her behind the Sainsbury’s

store in Worthing Road, Horsham. Both men have been described as white, with Irish accents and said they were brothers. Detective Constable Karrie Bohanna, of Sussex Police, said: “The victim is very upset about what happened to her and we are supporting her as we try to ﬁnd the man responsible. “The CCTV footage was recorded in the area and shows two people

that we need to trace and speak to. They could have vital information that would help the investigation. “If you have any idea who they are or where they could be, please contact us.” Anyone with information should email 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk quoting serial 442 of 30/01, call 101 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

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Just Elephantastic as charity trails launched

Children are on safari in Horsham after the colourful launch of the charity Elephantastic trails. Crowds in the town centre admired the beautifully- decorated model creations under shelter as

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ephant -watering hole at times, it did not dim the enthusiasm of youngsters and parents seeing the models for the first time. A mini trail in neighbouring Billingshurst will also be available as well as those in Horsham until August 31. The venture did not end with Sunday’s impressive launch. Owners of the elephants, mostly local firms, will see them auctioned off in August. Proceeds of the Elephantastic scheme will go to the Born Free Foundation, based in Horsham, to help preserve wildlife species and also to local charities. Each elephant has a link to a local charity, and the event also served to highlight their work. Actor Brian Blessed, a supporter of the charity, was unable to be present at the launch because of illness, and Will Travers spoke of the work of the Born Free charity and Elephantastic. Entertainer Dave Benson Phillips was also at the launch. Horsham Rotary Club created the charity fundraising project, with help from local traders’ organisation Horsham Unlimited, the district council and Billingshurstbased marketing agency PMW Communications. The Rotary Club said it was delighted with the success of the launch and the support from the crowd in the rain. Local businesses backed the scheme strongly, with 128 elephant- owning companies participating and 64 local charities alongside Born Free Foundation set to benefit from the proceeds. Among the charity support Wabi in East Street, Horsham, is backing Action Medical Research with a distinctive elephant designed by local artists Jean Holder and Edith Barton and signed by YouTube superstars Marcus Butler and Niomi Smart.

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Horsham ﬁrm ‘Enters the Dragon’..boat race. A Horsham ﬁrm is sponsoring this year’s Dragon Boat Festival in aid of St Catherine’s Hospice. Registration has opened for the fund-raiser on Tilgate Lake on Sunday September 6, when 40ft traditional Chinese dragon boats will be manned by teams from 30 local companies. Teams compete to win a coveted trophy and an award is given for the best fancy dress costumes. Local businesses from the Gatwick Diamond - Just Retirement,

Teachers at Collyer’s College, Horsham, travelled to Royal Holloway, University of London to take part in their ﬁrst “S7 Teaching and Learning Conference”. The “S7”, originally the “Surrey Seven, is a consortium of colleges that invited Collyer’s to join in 2013. Melanie Russell, Assistant Principal at Collyer’s, ran workshop sessions on “Emotional Resilience for Students” with Godalming College’s Assistant Principal, Carol

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Thermo Fisher Scientific, Specialist Holidays Group and Unum are sponsoring the event, which runs from 10am-4pm. Mike Hannay, general manager of Fisher Clinical Services, which has main offices based in Horsham as well as sites in Crawley, said: “The Dragon Boat race is always a highlight of our fund raising calendar and gives us a fantastic opportunity to support the great work at St Catherine’s Hospice. At Thermo Fisher Scientific we help our cus-

tomers make the world a healthier place and working with St Catherine’s brings home the importance of what we do.” To register your company for the festival or to stay up to date with event details, visit www.stch.org. uk/dragonboatfestival, or follow St Catherine’s Hospice on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/stcatherineshospicecrawley) and Twitter (http://twitter.com/StCHospice). Full training and equipment is provided for teams on the day.

Horlock. Melanie was thrilled to be involved: “Our ﬁrst conference as fully ﬂedged members of the S7 group has been a huge success and it has been fantastic to be so warmly welcomed by our colleagues at other colleges.” Caption Collyer’s Principal Sally Bromley with Kate Sharp, Head of Faculty for Arts and Communication, and Andrea Martin, Head of Pirie House.

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Alice in Wonderland at Horsham Museum

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On 15 September 1879 a young couple named Reginald and Alice Hargreaves arrived at Sedgwick Park in Horsham to begin their honeymoon. They were “foolishly happy creatures,” having been married at 3pm at Westminster Abbey. Such an occasion would rarely interest people today, but this year marks the 150th anniversary of the publication of the world’s favourite children’s book, Alice in Wonderland, and it was the original Alice who honeymooned in Horsham that inspired the book. Celebrating both events, Horsh-

am Museum and Art Gallery is holding a major exhibition of Alice in Wonderland memorabilia, collected by Horsham resident Victor Wiﬀen, who has one of this country’s largest collections. The exhibition is being supported by Toovey’s. The free exhibition, ‘Wonderland: 150 years of Alice’s Adventures,’ runs to 29 August. Not only does the exhibition celebrate Alice, it also showcases the passion of a collector who pursued an aﬀordable hobby. As Victor notes: “The collection started with second hand copies of the Alice books bought for a few pence from charity stores and when it became apparent the huge variety of illustrators that were available with several editions being published every year, the collection seemed

to enlarge with friends and family looking out for new copies to add. The collection extended to include translations of the books. It is known that it has been translated into at least 125 languages. “The back end of the garage was converted into a library and display area to accommodate the growing collection. It now includes china, porcelain, tin, painted pewter and pottery ﬁgures, Royal Doulton Toby jugs, tea pots from 1960s and Copenhagen porcelain, 1970’s Royal Worcester ﬁgures that were prototyped but never went into production.” Alice had 48 years of happy marriage, and once, in 1931, she visited the Museum when it was at Park House, Horsham. Pictured are images from the exhibition.

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Community spirit brings life savers to village

People in Nuthurst Parish are a community of potential lifesavers after having their fourth defibrillator for the public installed. Three years ago a small group of residents formed ‘HEARTBEAT’ with a mission to place defibrillators at strategic locations around the parish for easy, 24-hour access by everyone. The latest one adds to those provided at Mannings Heath, Nuthurst and Maplehurst. HEARTBEAT successfully applied to the British Heart Foundation for a Nation of Lifesavers Community Package which included part-funding of a defibrillator and the Call Push Rescue training kit. Meanwhile, the Copsale Hall committee members organised raffles to raise funds and promoted awareness of the potentially lifesaving machine. Together with the generosity of Copsale residents, they raised more than a thousand pounds. Chris Beer, Heartbeat chairman, said: “We are delighted with the support we have received from BHF and the Copsale community enabling us to commission the Copsale unit earlier than planned. Should a person suffer a sudden cardiac ar-

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rest locally, or on the Downs Link near Copsale, they will now have a better chance of survival. We wish to thank residents, local businesses, local societies, our Parish Council and, of course, BHF for their support which has greatly assisted us in achieving our final target. The BHF Call Push Rescue training kits include everything needed to learn CPR in half an hour and are free to eligible schools and community groups. HEARTBEAT currently runs the training sessions, together with Defibrillator Awareness sessions, for Nuthurst Parish residents (contact 01403 732206 for details). For further information visit bhf. org.uk/lifesavers. Pictured are Heartbeat Committee from left to right: Derek Bradnum, Chris Beer, Delia Campbell, Barbara Pieniazek, Sue Harradine, Libby Christian. Also pictured are the Copsale Hall Committee representatives from left to right: Jan Pieniazek, Michele Harrison, Val Sutlieff and Wendy Deane. On right, Chris Beer Heartbeat Chairman. Photographs by Emily Harradine

Surgeon heads for world’s zaniest marathon A top surgeon is swapping the operating theatre for a saddle in the world’s zaniest marathon to help buy equipment. Paul Carter, chief of surgery for Western Sussex Hospitals Foundation Trust and consultant urological Surgeon , is usually known for his cool demeanour and professional disposition. But he is throwing caution to the wind later this year to take part in the 26-mile Medoc Marathon. This is part of a fundraising scheme supported by West Sussex Urology LLP to raise money towards funding new equipment for diagnosing prostate cancer. The event on September 12 is known as the world’s zaniest marathon. It involves running from vineyard to vineyard in the Bordeaux region of France and the

spectacle features an outlandishly costumed ﬁeld. All the money donated will be used to help buy prostate template biopsy equipment which will improve the speed and accuracy of diagnosing prostate cancer. It will also beneﬁt some men who have prostate cancer but are being monitored, by giving them the reassurance that monitoring their condition is the correct pathway of care. The equipment costs almost £60,000 and enables urologists to investigate the whole prostate gland giving a much more accurate diagnosis.

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New coffee shop concept serving up bribery cards, coffee cocktails and freshly roasted coffee arrives in Horsham A new and exciting coffee shop concept arrives in Horsham this weekend. Mangobean, a new national coffee shop chain, aims to bring fun and enjoyment back to the high street with a range of unique products and services. Mangobean Horsham the 5th store will be opening on Bishopric on 1st August with a range of special introductory offers. The concept was conceived by Shane Saunders, Mangobean’s Head Honcho.

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“We’ve spent the last 10 years developing our own branded products, helping others to develop their coffee shops and we’ve witnessed first-hand how the major high street coffee shop chains have become homogeneous, offering the same products in the same environment”, commented Shane.

Mangobean has other coffee shop opening this month in Birmingham, then Bolton with a further 6 stores in the pipeline The company plans to open 80 stores across the UK in the next 5 years, with discussions to sell the master franchise to India, USA and Saudi Arabia.

Mangobean has supplied over 6 million cups of coffee and installed over 250 coffee machines and many other types of catering equipment in businesses throughout the UK. Moving into coffee shops was next logical step for the company. “We want to offer something different to what was already out there. Our coffee shops offer a fun environment where everyone can enjoy coffee that’s been freshly roasted. Our range of coffee cocktails (non-alcoholic!) include combinations such as an americano with strong, sweet raspberry favours (The Tracey Jane) and delicious gingerbread flavoured coffees (The Ginger Ninja).” In addition to coffee, Mangobean will serve freshly made Belgium waffles on a stick. A range of specialty frappes, smoothies, frozen yoghurt and ice cream as well as convenient ‘grab and go’ products, our sandwiches are made

“We offer bribery cards instead of loyalty cards. We don’t preach to people about the complexity of the bean. If you want sugar with your coffee, you can have sugar with your coffee! We offer all public sector heroes 10% discount of all hot drinks all year round to say thank you. If you’re a traffic warden, you pay full price for everything!”

“It’s an exciting time for us and we’re looking for joint venture partners to join us in 2015. It has been a journey of many twists, turns and obstacles and we’re delighted to have Horsham as a Mangobean location it’s a fantastic town and we can’t wait to see how successful the store is going to be over the coming months and years” Mangobean Coffee operates a joint venture partnership model with opportunities available nationwide. The official launch of Mangobean Horsham, located at Bishopric, will be on 1st August at 11.00am with a series of special offers to celebrate becoming part of the local community. More information is available on the Mangobean website: www.mangobean.co.uk or Twitter: @mangobeancoffee

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SUSSEX FOLKLORE: The Good Ship Nicholas Neil arnold Sussex Folklore

In my previous article I spoke about ghost-lore from the coastlines of Sussex. I’d like to continue such sea-related yarns; and this time speak of a ghostly boat or two. On the Sussex coast the ghost of the Good Ship Nicholas is said to be seen, although it has not been reported since the Second World War. During the 12th century the vessel was returning from a trip to Constantinople, the boat was occupied by pilgrims who’d been to visit the holy places of Jerusalem, but upon reaching the English Channel a strong wind began to blow and the boat was wrecked off Brighton. Witnesses to the phantom ship seem few and far between, as are witnesses of the ghostly tramp steamer (the name given to a steam ship that does not operate on a fixed schedule) also said to haunt the waters off Brighton. On 17th May of 1916 a group of people strolling along the promenade were astonished to see the tramp steamer so close to shore but when it vanished into thin air, the watchers were even more startled.

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It is worth noting that a phantom ship was seen to wreck in 1960 oﬀ East Sussex. A woman named Rita Newman had been working at a factory in Portslade and she was just ﬁnishing her tea break when she looked out of

a large window in time to see a great ship, resembling a coal boat, leave the harbour and head oﬀ towards Brighton. Rita then returned to work but for some unknown reason felt an urge to look out the window again and was astonished that in just a handful of seconds this boat seemed to have travelled a great distance.

The oddest thing however was, despite its speed, the vessel then suddenly stopped dead and then very slowly tipped forward so that the stern was pointing skywards as smoke began to billow from it. The ship was clearly in some distress but before Rita could even react the boat disappeared beneath the waves. Rita was unable to stay at the window as she had to get back to work and no-one else in the factory had seen the ship sink. However, that night Rita told her father about what she’d seen. It seems he had seen the same thing. Rita’s father worked at the nearby power station and where has was positioned there’d been a clear, uninterrupted view of the sea stretching from Worthing to Brighton. He told Rita he’d seen a ship come extremely close to shore and that surely it was about to run aground, and so he moved to get an even better look but there was no sign of the vessel. Some suggestions put forward to explain the incident were that it was a mirage but as Rita concluded, “If it was a mirage, how could the size of the masts have taken up the whole view of the window where my father was working ?” Had this been the ghost ship reported oﬀ Brighton pre-World War Two or does the Sussex coastline

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This may be one of the oddest things that you read all gardening year, so if you have a delicate horticultural disposition go and dead head your tea roses until you are given the all clear and the page has been turned. It might surprise you to know that this time of year is one of the most important times in the pagan horticultural and agricultural calendar. August 1st is the great Saxon Lammas Day, which symbolizes the first sacrifice and offering to God from the new harvest. The first loaf of bread made from the new corn was always given over to the church. But there are darker mysteries surrounding Lammas which some believe predate Christianity. It is thought that at this time of year a human sacrifice was performed in farms up and down the country to restore the Spirit of Spring who was supposedly cut down in the last sheaf of corn. But sleep easy tonight, the word Weald means woodland in Saxon, so Horsham have no doubt, was stock country and not

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the arable fields of blood you imagine. Your garden is not haunted by the sacrificed youth of yesteryear. (Have you checked under the patio?) That would be more likely on the flat planes next to Chichester where the silt was ideal for growing crops. It is also a time that at one time the land would have been filled with ‘Crying the Neck’ songs and the making of the corn dollies, all celebrations marking the successful harvest and the coming bounty of Autumn (which would have started around this time also). However, if you are not up for sacrificing one of your children to the great Spring Spirit (I am sure some of you parents are possibly mooting the idea already), there is lots to do in the veg garden or allotment. For a start, after clearing your beds of finished crops, sow your potatoes in large pots now for mid-winter crop. As long as they are kept frost free, you should get a nice supply of new potatoes for Christmas. Also think of the veg you want for Spring crop. Things like Winterjewel cabbage and shallots would be good early croppers. Have you ever thought of growing turnip tops? High in Vitamin C and Iron, they are ideal for the ‘hungry gap’ when not much else grows.

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DC/15/1556 7 Chanctonbury Ashington Pulborough West Sussex RH20 3QE Demolish existing porch and erect replacement porch; replacement of back door Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. DC/15/1581 1 Farm Close Warnham Horsham West Sussex RH12 3QT Single storey side extension Reason for Advert: Conservation Area. DC/15/1382 Land To The South of Billingshurst Surgery Roman Way Billingshurst West Sussex Erection of 45 dwellings, associated landscaping and parking, amended access to Billingshurst Doctor’s Surgery (Outline). Reason for Advert: Major Development. The proposed development does not accord with the provisions of the development plan in force in the area in which the land to which the application relates is situated. DC/15/1624 Walnut Tree Cottage Gay Street Pulborough West Sussex RH20 2HL Proposed revisions to consented single storey extension with glazed link and internal alterations granted under App. Nos. DC/12/1389 and DC/12/1390 (Listed Building Consent) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. DC/15/1623 Walnut Tree Cottage Gay Street Pulborough West Sussex RH20 2HL Proposed revisions to consented single storey extension with glazed link and internal alterations granted under App. Nos. DC/12/1389 and DC/12/1390 (Householder for Listed Building) Reason for Advert: Listed Building.

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SOUTH DOWNS NATIONAL PARK APPLICATIONS SDNP/15/03410/HOUS The Dovecote Edburton Road Edburton Refurbish existing barn and introduce new glazing and roof lights Reason for Advert: Conservation Area. SDNP/15/03596/FUL Windlesham House School London Road Washington Refurbish existing barn and introduce new glazing and roof lights Reason for Advert: Involves a Listed Building. DC/15/1372 Studio 2, Park Road, Henfield, West Sussex, BN5 9DS Change of use from ancillary office to holiday let in existing annexe Reason for Advert: Conservation Area DC/15/1598 Daux Farm Mill Road West Chiltington Pulborough West Sussex RH20 2PZ Erection of single storey rear extension (Householder application for Listed Building) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. DC/15/1381 Buttercup Cottage 1 Parbrook Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 9ET Proposed replacement of unihabitable dwelling with 2 new build two storey 1 bedroom houses, with solar panels and integral parking including visitors further parking bays to be provided for existing properties owned by the applicant Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building.

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

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help of Tilgate Park Run and Lingﬁeld Runners Club and supported by Horsham based children’s party entertainers SuperHeroParties. co.uk. The run raised over £1,000 for Home-Start CHAMS. For more information about the charity and other fundraising events, visit www.homestartchams.org.uk

New look Horsham Pizza Express pays tribute to local born romantic poet Shelley PizzaExpress is celebrating the launch of its exciting new look restaurant in Horsham. Located in East Street, this restaurant has been totally transformed and features artwork paying tribute to Percy Bysshe Shelley, one of the major Romantic poets, who was born in Horsham. Each PizzaExpress restaurant is individually designed – often using well known places, people or historical events from the area, as the basis. The interior of the Horsham restaurant has a range of collage artworks, inspired by Shelley’s poetry and his story. The artworks combine pieces of text and imagery that give a contemporary interpretation of his work. Manager, Ugo Pendezza, said: “We have a friendly and enthusiastic team who are looking forward to welcoming everyone to our beautiful restaurant over a delicious pizza.” PizzaExpress has been dishing up fresh, handmade pizza at the Horsham restaurant since 1997. Built during the reign of James I, this beautiful Grade II listed building has original wooden beams. There is also a charming patio garden to enjoy the exciting summer menu, which has plenty of new options, including even more low-calorie mains and desserts, a new range of premium pizzas, called Romana65, the return of some classic salads, the introduction of new salads, new gluten-free recipes and summery desserts. For younger pizza-lovers, PizzaExpress’ Piccolo menu is full of

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25 Super Heroes and their parents took part in a children’s Fun Run event organised by young twin sisters, Alice and Roisin O’Connell, and their mum Sarah, on Saturday 25th July. The run was in aid of Home-Start CHAMS, the local charity which had helped Sarah and her family after the girls were born. “It’s a fantastic turn out! The girls and I are delighted that so many children have come along”, said Sarah. “They really are all ‘Superheroes’ because they’re raising funds to help other young children whose families are ﬁnding things hard.” Home-Start provides support to families with young children across Crawley, Horsham and Mid-Sussex where parents are struggling to cope for a variety of reasons, including isolation, disability, or poverty, as well as multiple births. The 1.5km run around Tilgate Park Lake was arranged with the

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PART TIME VACANCY ENVIRONMENT OFFICER The Parish Council has a vacancy for an Environment Officer The Environment Officer will take pride in keeping the village clean and tidy and will be required to assist with the inspection, general maintenance and repair of Parish Council assets This is a part time role for a minimum of 10 hours per week Hours are flexible but may well include some out of hours (evenings/weekends) emergency work The candidate will work on own initiative and provide regular updates to the Clerk For further details to include a job description and application form please e-mail the Clerk on clerk@slinfold-pc.gov.uk or telephone 01403 785864

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Entertainment Horsham District

Gig Guide Thursday 30 July Tanners Live Lounge (20.30 - Brilliant Original Music) The Tanners Arms,Horsham (01403 588789) Stan’s Originals Showcase (20:00) The Malt Shovel,Horsham (01403 252302) Friday 31 July Dave Beckett (20.30 - Plus Dropdeadred - Acoustic blues + Roots) The Tanners Arms,Horsham (01403 588789) Classix (20.30) The Ringles Cross, Uckfield (01825 765428) Saturday 1 August Juicy Lucy (20.30) The Malt Shovel,Horsham (01403 252302) Dropdeadred (13.30) Hillside Inn,Balcombe Road, Crawley (01293 883346) Sunday 2 August Jackie and G (16.00 + Kes) The Jolly Tanners,Staplefield (01444 400335) Horsham Rocks Third Birthday Bash (Noon till late - 11 acts - Noon - 8.40 outside, from 9.15 inside) The Shelley Arms,Broadbridge Heath (01403 253406) Tuesday 4 August Open Mic with Will and Louise (21.00) The Jolly Tanners,Staplefield (01444 400335) Wednesday 5 August Freddie Woods Jazz Evening (20.30) Horsham Cricket Club,Horsham (01403 254628) Open Mic (20.30) The Tanners Arms,Horsham (01403 588789) Barns Green Music Festival Acoustic Showcase (19.30 Kramer, Us2, Underhound and Jonas & Jane) The Queens Head,Barns Green (01403 730436) Thursday 6 August Players’ and Singers’ Showcase (20.30 - Open Mic) The George and Dragon,Dragon’s Green (01403 741320) The Vincents (20.30 Goodtime Swing, Jive, Rock ‘n’ Roll) The Tanners Arms,Horsham (01403 588789) Catfish Blues Band (20.30) The Crown,Littlehampton (01903 719842) Open Mic with Stan (20:30) The Malt Shovel,Horsham (01403 252302)

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The Loxwood Joust promises 2 weekends of mediaeval mayem Each day from 10am to 6pm. The Loxwood Joust’s unrivaled programme of mediaeval revelry guarantees a day out like no other. A fast-paced, all action jousting tournament will amaze and astound whilst daring displays of weaponry, archery and cannon ﬁre will enthrall as fully armoured knights prepare to meet in a thunderous battle. The main concert stage is where performances from the internationally acclaimed singing group the Mediaeval Baebes will enchant and soothe. Wander the massive Living History Village in the ‘Mediaeval Meadow’ – a totally authentic recreation of a mediaeval battle camp

and browse the Mediaeval Market Place where traders and hawkers vie for your attention as companies of actors, wandering minstrels, the Court Jester and dance troupes entertain and delight throughout the day. Try your hand at archery, sup ﬁne ales and dine on local organic fayre while the little ones can enjoy their very own Children’s Kingdom – a festival within a festival where the Mediaeval Groat is the currency! This “Mini Mediaeval Mayhem” includes Have a go Archery, Have a go Jousting, Pelt the Peasant, Face and Wound Painting and of course the

“Bouncy Castle”. The Loxwood Joust Mead Shack New for 2015 Loxwood Joust Mead is the ‘Nectar of the Gods’ and in response to demand at past events, a NEW Loxwood Joust Mead Shack has been created for 2015. Located in the woods at Loxwood Meadow, this golden liqueur of poets, lovers and kings may now be more fully sampled and enjoyed whilst experiencing the most spectacular mediaeval festival in the Realm. The Witcheswood - New for 2015 Dare you step foot along the

path of the witches trail but beware of the witches coven that resides within. Enter cautiously the Witchwood in the Loxwood Meadow to find the Witches Hovel. Hang out around the cauldron whist they make potions and cures from herbs and be harassed whilst you hear their witch-craft tales. The Mediaeval Crafts attending the event Away from the main arena presentations and derring-do battles, a group of dedicated artisans – traders skilled in authentic medieval techniques and products – bring their wares to sell, just like peddlers of old. At this year’s event in August some 30 specialist traders will attend. The Charities the Joust is supporting The Loxwood Joust is delighted to announce its support for two local charities, The Dame Vera Lynn Trust and Chestnut Tree House. These two well-known local charities will be providing entertainment for all in the Children’s Kingdom and for the cost of a groat, are giving children the opportunity to Pelt The Peasant, or Parent, with wet sponges. The Loxwood Joust then exchanges all groats for cash and the more peasants pelted, the more funds secured for the charity! The Mediaeval Cooking Demonstration - New for 2015 We are running fun and entertaining talks and demonstrations on mediaeval cooking. As part of this we will be producing medieaval recipe cards and demonstrating how the fayre from these times was produced. I have attached some little known, weird and wonderful mediaeval cooking facts for your information. The Horsham Hog Roast Company - New for 2015 The Loxwood Joust makes every endeavor to support the local economy and to this end a number of local food companies will also be at the event. The local Horsham Hog Roast Company, will be at the event and this will be this will be their first big event of this size. The Mediaeval Housewife’s fashion talks - new for 2015 The Medieval Housewife and her talk on fashion, takes place in the Learning Zone. Toni Mount (The medieval housewife) The format of the Fashion Show at Loxwood will ultimately depend on who is available to show-off their kit, but the majority will be ordinary people, a subject we find the public are enormously interested in - learning how ordinary women (and men) lived and worked, and dressed of course - what was their underwear like? Why would you wear an apron to church? What was your wedding ring like, why would you keep your hair covered, why do even the women and children carry knives and what can you tell from the way a women laced her gown?

Friday 31 July 2015

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Wrestling Comes to Horsham The best wrestling action in the UK comes to Horsham on Friday 1st August. Superstars of LDN Wrestling are set to rumble through the The Holbrook Club, as part of their 2015 nationwide tour to celebrate their 10th anniversary. Featuring some of the country’s top grapplers, including LDN British Champion Alan Lee Travis and the mysterious Dark Lord, a spectacular night of high-impact action is guaranteed. “It’s always an honour to defend the LDN title in front of our great fans,” says 28 year old Travis, head coach at LDN’s training schools and one of the hottest British wrestling prospects in years. “I’m looking forward to getting to Horsham and giving them a match to remember”. Dark Lord, the self-professed sa-

distic man of mystery, is considerably less humble. The masked maniac claims: “ I ’ v e wrestled all

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MATA HARI: FEMALE SPY Sunday 2 August 7.45pm Following performances in the USA and immediately before heading North for the Edinburgh Fringe The Great War: while millions of men struggle and fight in the mud and hell of the trenches, one woman’s story begs to be told… Mata Hari, the most notorious female spy in history. Or was she?

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THE CAPITOL SUMMER SCHOOL PRODUCTION

Les Misérables … School Edition: Performed entirely by students Friday 7 & Saturday 8 August 2.30pm & 7pm Come and join us for the culmination of 2 weeks of rehearsals by a hugely talented group of young people, in The Capitol’s Summer School Production.

SING-A-LONG-A-FROZEN Thursday 20 August, 10.30am & 2.30pm A full screening of Disney’s FROZEN with lyrics on screen to help you sing along during the film. Watch as we bring the film to life and help you experience this movie in a whole new light. Get your little ones dressed up as their favourite character and join us where YOU the audience are the stars. Includes FREE Prop Bag!

On Screen @ The Capitol

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MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE ROGUE NATION (12A)

The Holbrook Club North Heath Lane Horsham RH12 5PJ COMING SOON: PIXELS 3D & 2D (12A)

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EVENT OF THE WEEK ANIMAL RESCUE FUN FAIR August 2

Once again, Holbrook Animal Rescue will be holding their annual Summer Fair on in aid of the charity. A range of stalls selling everything from jewellery and bags to toys, plants and animal services & accessories will be on show. Kids will be entertained with range of amusements while adults can browse the brica-brac stalls and try their luck at the tombola! 12pm – 4.30pm http://holbrook-summerfair.info

HORSHAM ROCKS B’DAY BASH

August 2 12pm - 10:30pm It’s been 3 years since the launch of Horsham-Rocks, the non-proﬁt website for all things live music scene related in the Horsham area. To celebrate, some of Horsham’s ﬁnest have very kindly agreed to play for you at our annual all day birthday shindig at The Shelley Arms, Broadbridge Heath

SOUTHWATER CAR BOOT May 2 - August 30 Southwater Street, Southwater RH13 5BN Every Saturday Morning May to end of August Sellers 7.30 am - £5 per pitch Buyers 8.30 am – free entrance www.southwatercarboot.co.uk Tel: 07788315759

RAFA COFFEE MORNING August 5 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.

SOUTHWATER HISTORY GROUP August 3 7.30pm at Beeson House, Lintot Square, Southwater. Richard Howell will be presenting an illustrated talk entitled “Limeburners, Lords and Labourers”. Non-members welcome - £3 entry. Further information: Jeremy Senneck Tel: 01403 731247.

CLOUD TREE COFFEE SHOP July 24 - July 31 The Cloud Tree Coﬀee Shop at Birchﬁeld Nursery has opened its doors again. Open every day from 10am - 4pm. Enjoy a range of freshly prepared sandwiches, homemade cakes, snacks and hot & cold drinks. Tel: 01273 494058

BATTLE OF THE BANDS August 8 ROUND 2... The second of the Originals heats will see seven talented bands battling it out to see who makes it to the Grand Originals Final on Sat 8th August, part of the Horsham Battle of the Bands Festival weekend.

BABY NEARLY NEW SALE August 2 2:30pm - 4pm Come along to our Baby and Toddler Nearly New Sale on Sunday 2nd August 2015, 2.30-4pm at North Heath Hall, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 5PU. To book a table (£12.50) please email northheathnearlynew@gmail.com

DISCO FOR SINGLES August 8 The Group, the Horsham-based club for single men and women aged 45+, is planning an opportunity for people to meet others. The Group is inviting non-members along to a disco in Hove. Anybody who is single and aged 45+ is welcome. Tickets are £6. Email info@ thegroup.org.uk.

I SPY NATURE

August 9 Bring your spying gear or borrow some of their own and take a closer look at some of Warnham Nature Reserve’s fantastic wildlife. £2 per child, free entry for adults with children. Warnham Road, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 2RA

MANNINGS HTH SUMMER SHOW August 15 Mannings Heath Horticultural Society’s summer show on August 15 at the Mannings Heath Village Hall. The staging of entries is from 8.3010.30am and doors open to the public at 2pm. All classes are open to members and non-member. Anyone requiring telephone Dave Hilliam on 01403 264732.

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EXEL OFFICE

Exel Office has been supplying local and nationwide businesses, both small, medium and large with office supplies including stationery, office furniture, hardware, photocopiers and printers for over 8 years from its central Horsham store. In the retail store they boast a great copy centre for those people needing

photocopies of documents right the way through to large colour prints in all sizes from A5 to A0. Exel Office also stocks a large selection of home printer ink cartridges at lower prices than the on-line stores, so it means that you can shop local and still save rather than going on-line for the best bargain.

11 East Street l 01403 249926 l exeloffice.co.uk

STRADA

Since opening its doors on East Street, Strada has proved to be a popular place to dine - with its cool and contemporary interior and authentic Italian cooking. The restaurant is the perfect spot for taking a break from shopping in this market town and is also the ideal venue for business lunches

and parties. At Strada we are passionate about food. We celebrate Italy and its culinary diversity, combining the most authentic flavours along with our favourite regional dishes to give you a truly unique range in our new menu. As Italians would say, Buon Appetito!

5 East Street l 01403 248887 l strada.co.uk

B52’s

“B52’s Bar, Function Room & patio offer a wide range of drink and food menus to enjoy! Our private function room is available to hire seven days a week and is a fantastic venue for any party occasion or celebration. Come and visit us or call 01403 217401 for details

19 Piries Place l 01403 217401 l b52s.co.uk

MEAT IN THE MIDDLE

Meat in the Middle is located in the east end of Horsham’s up and coming bar & restaurant quarter. Built around a social dining philosophy. Meat in the Middle only has two tables, each with 16+ seats. Diners are encouraged to interact with others around them as well as the people they came in with.

It’s also ideal for parties and work outings as there aren’t many places where 16 people can sit together around one table! We also have an open kitchen so you can see your food being cooked fresh to order. USB charging points are available so feel free to top up your battery on us :)

Loyalty Scheme

10 Piries Place l 01403 262271 l meatinthemiddle.net

BROCK TAYLOR

BROCK TAYLOR is one of Horsham’s best known and most successful Independent Estate Agents. Located on the corner of East Street & Market Place. Brock Taylor has won numerous accolades - including being Winners of The Estate Agency of the Year competition. The office is

staffed by a team of property professionals who all live in Horsham and the surrounding villages and so have a high level of local knowledge and expertise. if you are looking to sell, rent or auction a property in Horsham you know that by instructing Brock Taylor you are in safe hands.

2-4 East Street l 01403 272022 l brocktaylor.co.uk

CARMELLA

The Carmela Italian Restaurant is run by the Raciti family and offers an authentic Italian dining experience for all the family. Based in Denne Road Horsham, West Sussex,

the 16th century listed building has been completely renovated from top to toe in a contemporary yet charming style which is both warm and inviting.

3 Denne Rd l 01403 275375 l carmellas.co.uk

SMART PARK Piries Place car park is the third town centre multistorey car park to be upgraded with the new SmartPark parking system. The upgrade means visitors no longer have to purchase a ticket on arrival or limit how long they stay. - See more at: http:// www.horsham.gov.uk/parking/

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POSHE STORE

PIRIES BAR

List of Participants 1898 16 East Street 01403 258370 B52’s Bar 19 Piries Place 01403 217401

Poshe Store is a Fashion Boutique selling the latest and most stylish brands around at competitive prices. Posche Store is a local family business offering the latest in women’s fashion for all ages. Carrying designer labels including Paper Dolls, Model Rocks, Little

Black Dress, Little Mistress, Lavish Alice and many more, Posche Store offers something for everyone. Poshe Store was set up two years ago as an Online Boutique and the business grew to a point where now, it has opened its first High Street Store in Horsham.

6 Park Place l 01403 273830 l poshe-store.com

ABOUT THE SCHEME Did you know...

that for every transaction you make at a participating East Street, Park Place & Piries Place venue, you can receive 1 stamp for your loyalty card (which are available at any of the participating outlets) Collect 6 stamps and you will be able to hand your card in at your chosen participating venue who will in return supply you with their current Loyalty Card offer!

Welcome to simply the best little bar in town. Nestled in the centre of the delightful market town of Horsham, Piries Bar is a hidden gem. Tucked away in a small alleyway leading from the Carfax to Piries Place, it’s easy to walk past without seeing it but a delightful 16th Century oak beamed bar and

a warm welcome awaits you inside. Piries is the ideal meeting place for a quiet drink and a toasted sandwich to fuel your shopping trip or to unwind after work. Later in the evening let your hair down and join in the fun when the bar really comes alive.

15 Piries Place l 01403 267846 l piriesbar.co.uk

LA SOURCE

DON’T FORGET TO ASK NEXT TIME YOU SHOP IN THE EAST STREET RETAIL & RESTAURANT AREA OR LOOK FOR THE LOGO OPPOSITE

PIZZA EXPRESS

Carmelas 3 Denne Road 01403 275375 Classic Bags 5 Piries Place 01403 754440 Exel Office 11 East Street 01403 249926 Fiesta Tots 11 Piries Place 01403 217656 Filippos 5a Park Place 01403 271125

Not only that...

your loyalty card will also be put into a monthly prize draw where you could win a selection of prizes from each participating store in each zone INCLUDING FREE PARKING at Piries Place car park for one month!

Brock Taylor 2-4 East Street 01403 272022

Il Figaro Unit3, East Mews 01403 218275 La Source 3 East Street 01403 218686 Sylvie, Chris and the team at La Source offer its customers the very best in quality, contemporary furniture, along with a stunning selection of fabulous accessories to help you create that individual look. Our products are sourced, with care, throughout Europe (including here at home in Britain) and in many cases are exclusive to us, giving you access to a range of products that you will simply not find anywhere else on the high street. At La Source you can also make an appointment to chat with one

of our accredited interior designers, and we offer a free home consultation. Not only can we help you choose your furniture and accessories, but we can also offer you curtains and blinds, hard and soft flooring, kitchens and bathrooms, and if that’s not enough, we can build you an extension to fit it all into (thanks to our wonderful team of builders!). Basically, we can design and project manage your dreams to reality here at La Source - all under one roof!

3 East Street l 01403 218686 l lasourcedesign.com

STEAMER TRADING

Mapp & Weston 27 East Street 01403 271977 Marion De Montfort 3a East Street 07450 383839 Meat In The Middle 10 Piries Place 01403 262271 Mungos Bar 7-9 Park Place 01403 266675 Piries Bar 15 Piries Place 01403 267846 Pizza Express 19-23 East Street 01403 249274 Posche Store 6 Park Place 01403 273830 Pretty Things 4 Park Place 01403 257574 Smart Park 01403 215100

Pizza Express is celebrating the launch of its exciting new look restaurant in Horsham. Located in East Street, this restaurant has been totally transformed and features artwork paying tribute to Percy Bysshe Shelley, one of the major Romantic poets, who was born in Horsham. Each PizzaExpress restaurant is individually designed

– often using well known places, people or historical events from the area as the basis. The interior of the Horsham restaurant has a range of collage artworks inspired by Shelley’s poetry and his story. The artworks combine pieces of text and imagery that give a contemporary interpretation of his work.

19-23 East Street l 01403 249274 l ppizzaexpress.co.uk

The illustrious history of our Horsham store dates back to 1925, when Messrs. Scott & Sargeant opened their premises at 26 East Street. The business flourished and grew and allowed the shop to take over the adjoining property. In 2004, nearly 80 years later, Scott & Sargeant became a Steamer Trading shop when the owners

decided to retire. When we had finished the shop had grown into no.28, next door, and acquired wonderful new spaces for displaying fabulous kitchenware – and even a café. Today, our Horsham store is a real emporium, with a fantastic selection of everything for the kitchen and table spread out over 7,000 sq.ft.

24-28 East Street l 01403 750111 l steamer.co.uk

Steamer Trading 24-28 East Street 01403 750111 Strada 5 East Street 01403 248887 Wabi 38 East Street 01403 788140

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Broadbridge Heath Leisure Centre achieve GOLD status Following a recent assessment Broadbridge Heath Leisure Centre have been awarded GOLD status from the Parent and Carer Team. They are the first Leisure Centre and only the 2nd organisation ever to achieve Gold. The Parent and Carer Team (PACT) Awards are for services for children with disabilities or additional needs. They recognise excellence from different service providers across the county. Run by West Sussex Parent Carer Forum, PACT Awards are assessed by parents and carers and focus on those things which are important to them when choosing a service for their child. Criteria assessed included staff attitude, environment, safety, communication, information and feedback, involvement, inclusion and participation, policies and pro-

cedures. Emma McCormick, Centre Manager says: “We are really proud of this achievement. We have worked really hard over the last 7 years to become an inclusive Centre for children and adults with disabilities and in addition to the work on access have also done a lot of work on programming and making activities inclusive”. A key driver of the Leisure Centres success are their Discovery Open Days for disabled children and their families. Each open day is designed to be inclusive and oﬀers a wide variety of sporting and creative activities for children to enjoy. The next Discovery Day is on Sunday 11th October from 10am – 4pm. For more information visit www.broadbridgeheathleisurecentre.co.uk or call 01403 211311 to book your space.

Find Fun at Drusillas Park This Summer

Award-winning Drusillas Park in East Sussex has something for all the family this summer with exciting animals, amazing attractions and the chance to meet some

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of your favourite children’s characters too. The Fat Controller will be causing a locomotion when he alights to take control of the eﬃcient running of the Thomas & Friends™

railway on 17th and 29th August. Make tracks to Tidmouth Hault and enjoy photo opportunities with Sir Topham Hatt himself. Don’t be alarmed if the fun refuses to be extinguished when Fireman Sam pays a visit on Wednesday 12th August too. Come and see everyone’s hero next door, as he appears at intervals throughout the day in the Events Arena. New for 2015, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Leo and Raph will also appear at Drusillas Park for the ﬁrst time on Tuesday 18th August. Join the dynamic duo in the Events Arena as they meet visitors and pose for pictures at intervals throughout the day. Plus Peppa Pig will trot in on Wednesday 26th August. Join in the excitement and snorts of laughter as the popular piggy embarks on another Drusillas Park adventure together with her brother George. Animal lovers can also see some new faces along the zoo route following the introduction of Roxy and Lofty, the Bactrian camels who will arrive in time for the summer holidays. With all this, plus the usual animal magic in the zoo, oodles of adventure play and a large themed paddling pool to relax on warm and sunny days, Drusillas has certainly got this summer sorted. Located just oﬀ the A27 in Alfriston, Drusillas Park is open from 10:00am until 6:00pm (last admission 5:00pm). For more information, telephone (01323) 874100 or visit the website at www.drusillas. co.uk

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Storrington gets set Paradise for its biggest ever Park: Dino experience summer of tennis Paradise Park is already a favourite day out for Sussex’s parents in the know! Those not familiar with it will find The Museum of Life, one of the finest exhibitions of its type in the country, which traces the history of life from millions of years ago. New zones include ‘Planet Water’ packed with underwater facts and exhibits, and ‘Neanderthal Times’ depicting the life of our early ancestors. You can even relive the Jurassic age in the ‘Dinosaur Garden’ with life size dinosaurs towering overhead! In addition to all of this there are Planthouses displaying a spectacular collection of the world’s flora. The gardens are one of Newhaven’s hidden secrets with several small lakes, waterfalls, fountains and the Sussex History Trail,

Families and friends across Lancing, Southwick and Storrington, are set to go tennis crazy for the last time this summer, with a series of free ‘Great British Tennis Weekends’ smashing into town. The last of the three weekends takes place this Saturday and Sunday, with parks and clubs oﬀering free opportunities to anyone who wants to learn about tennis, and pick up a racket as tennis fever begins to grip the nation, in the lead up to a fantastic summer of tennis. People across West Sussex will be trying tennis in a relaxed and fun environment, all completely free, as part of the LTA and Tennis Foundation’s drive to get more people

playing more often. Venues will be providing rackets and balls, so if you’ve never picked up a racket, or just haven’t played for a while, this is the perfect way to get involved. Participating venues oﬀering free tennis over this weekend include: Impulse Leisure Lancing Manor, Manor Road Lancing, West Sussex BN15 0PH and Impulse Leisure Chanctonbury, Spierbridge Road, Storrington, West Sussex RH20 4PG Impulse Leisure Southwick, Old Barn Way, Southwick, West Sussex BN42 4NT. For further information and to reserve a free place, visit: www.lta. org.uk/gbtw.uk

CHILDREN’S COURSE DATES 2015 There is a lot of fun for children on your doorstep at Southwater Country Park. The Children’s Sailing and Kayaking courses are run for 4 mornings or 4 afternoons. The sessions times are 9.30am to 12.30pm or 1.30pm to 4.30pm.

SUMMER TERM COURSE DATES July 27th to July 30th August 3rd to August 6th August 17th to August 20th

August 10th to August 13th August 24th to August 27th

Friday kids’ club throughout the summer holidays from 9.30am to 11.30am or 1.30pm to 3.30pm. Ask us for more details.

All of this combines to make the Heritage Trail and Gardens at Paradise Park a perfect day out a Garden centre and the Terrace Café . Children’s activities include Tyrannosaurus Towers, Triassic Treetops, crazy golf, miniature railway, soft play area and amusements. All of this combines to make the Heritage Trail and Gardens at Paradise Park a perfect day out for all!

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Paradise Park Garden Centre & Cafe, Avis Road, Newhaven, Sussex, BN9 0DH. 01273512123. CHILDREN’S HOLIDAY COURSES www.paradisepark.co.uk RYA SAILING COURSES

BCU CANOEING & KAYAKING COURSES TASTER DAYS IN THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS FOR THE FAMILY ON SUNDAYS IN KAYAKING AND OR SAILING. ADULTS AT WEEKENDS AND CHILDREN IN THE HOLIDAYS

Cripplegate Lane, Southwater, Horsham, West Sussex RH13 9UN

01403 734424 info@southwatersports.co.uk

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COUNTRYSIDE CREW DAYS FOR CHILDREN

Why not raft and kayak on Fridays from 10.00am to 3.00pm in the Summer holidays? It’s great fun and places are always snapped up, so book early to avoid disappointment.

DATES FOR 2015 July 31st Aug 7th Aug 14th Aug 21st Aug 28th

Cost per child £35.00 Bring a packed lunch

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If you’re looking for a fun activity that you and your family or friends can enjoy, we have a fun activity that’s perfect for you. From 1 hour to full day hire there’s a wide choice available every day.

KAYAK HIRE

Sit on top kayak single: 30mins - £10.00 1 hour - £15.00 Sit on top kayak double: 30mins - £15.00 1 hour - £20.00 Stand up paddle board: 30mins - £10.00 1 hour - £15.00

OPEN CANOE HIRE

Ideal for families with children under 8 years old: 30mins - £15.00

1 hour - £20.00

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0-5s soft play and cafe in the heart of Horsham The perfect shopping pit-stop or play date destination Clean and comfortable Delicious food and great coffee Try our popular kids’ meal bucket deal

Opening Hours & Admission Prices Monday to Saturday 9.30am – 5.00pm* Sundays – exclusive hire for birthday parties

*at quiet times we may close earlier; seasonal/holiday hours may vary – please call to check

Babies under 6 months and adults are free Discounts are available for siblings and childminders Admission prices depend on age Please see www.happyscamps.co.uk for current admission charges

Find Us 1st floor, 12 Swan Walk, Horsham, RH12 1HQ Head along the walkway between BHS and Sony Centre. Follow our signs and take the lift or stairs to the first floor.

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How to make your home energy efficient before winter arrives There are many reasons to make your home eco-friendly. Not only will it reduce your impact on the environment, it could also reduce your bills. Oliver Paterson from Mansell McTaggart Billingshurst guides you through the energy efficient world to help you prepare for winter well in advance. Now is the time to transform your home into an eco-friendly haven. It might be the bottom of your priority list, but preparing for winter now will ensure everything is in working order before the cold weather arrives. Taking measures to keep the heat in the home is one of the most effective ways of making

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You can also insulate your walls to help conserve your home’s heat. This can have a large impact on your energy bills, especially if you have solid external wall. These types of walls let out a great deal of heat as they lack the allimportant gap of air. If your home was built before 1919, it is likely to have solid walls. You can check whether you have a solid or cavity wall by measuring the width. If it less than 260mm thick, it is likely to be a solid wall. There are many ways of insulating your walls and you could save up to £455 a year on fuel by installing insulation**. Draft excluding is a relatively simple task and helps you to stop unwanted cold air cooling down your home. Doors and windows often let in a draft and you can improve them by filling in the gaps with foam and metal strips. If you have a fireplace but never light the fire, it’s worth checking if your chimney has a draft excluder. These can be fitted by a professional and will prevent a great deal of cold air rushing into the room. If you notice lots of drafts in your home, it might be worth enlisting the help of a professional who can assess the best methods of improvement – you don’t want to block off any essential spots of ventilation.

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it more energy eﬃcient. Did you know that ¼ of a non-insulated property’s heat is lost through the roof?* There are a number of diﬀerent ways for insulating your loft, and it can be relatively inexpensive to do. If you are currently using your loft for a living space, consider insulating the roof rafters themselves. This is particularly important as you want to keep any space in use warm during the winter months.

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Smart Meters are the next big thing for conserving energy in the home. The UK Government is currently on a mission for every home to have a Smart Meter by 202***. These devices display your meter readings and the data can be accessed remotely by your energy supplier. These help you to keep track of where your energy is being spent by giving you accurate information on your energy usage and how much you’ve spent on your gas and/or electricity. To get a Smart Meter, simply contact your energy supplier who will be able to install the device. If you only do one thing to improve the energy eﬃciency of your home, it’s changing your light bulbs from halogen or traditional to CFL or LED. These use up to 75 to 80 per cent less electricity! Making your home more ecofriendly can seem like a demanding task for minor gain, but a few small changes can make a huge diﬀerence to your property’s energy usage. For more information you can call Oliver at Mansell McTaggart Billingshurst on 01403 785288 www.mansellmctaggart.co.uk

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Use your garden to sell your home It is often said that an Englishman’s home is his castle and at Guy Leonard & Co Estate Agents they believe that also includes his garden. From Capability Brown to Percy Thrower to Alan Titchmarsh, the English have always been interested in gardening. An attractive garden can be a wonderful feature of your home. They give you somewhere to escape to, a haven from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. More and more these days, gardens are somewhere to entertain friends and family – think of all those gardening adverts on the television! The garden can also add value to your property as by making the most of it, you are offering future buyers additional outdoor space and a relaxing environment to enjoy. When it comes to preparing your home for sale, one of the most important things to do in the garden is have a good clear up. Your home needs to have kerb appeal so it looks inviting when those viewers first arrive outside. The bins should be out of sight or screened off if possible and the driveway should be clean and clear of any weeds. Containers of scented and coloured plants placed near the front door brighten up the entrance and can also make a huge difference to a neglected patio. It’s important not to neglect the

rear garden in the tidy up. By putting tools, pots, bags of compost and children’s toys in the shed or garage you can make the garden and patio look as big as possible as they are free from clutter. Cutting back branches and trimming hedges also help the garden look larger and brighter. Don’t put the garden furniture away though when you are selling your home. Set out the table and chairs ready for entertaining so viewers can picture themselves enjoying the garden. If you have a smaller garden, you can make it look larger by grouping pots of plants closely together on the patio area rather than spreading them throughout the garden. Climbers and hedging growing by sheds and fencing help disguise boundaries and make the space feel bigger. Smaller garden furniture sets will also help the feeling of space in the garden as they won’t take over and cramp the room available. A garden feature can make your outdoor space really memorable and it’s important to ensure this is in a positive way! A water feature needs to be safe for children, clean and an appropriate size for the space available. A stunning tree can add height and colour to the garden but if you have the space, a summer house or garden room can really add value to your home.

Running a business or working from home is becoming more commonplace these days and a garden room can be an attractive proposition for prospective buyers, making your home more marketable. A properly constructed garden building offers a great deal of potential as it can be used for many purposes from a home office to a gym to a spare room for extra guests. At Guy

Leonard & Co, they often find on viewings that people are looking to the garden for extra flexible living space so if you have the room, consider making the most of it with a garden studio. When it comes to selling your home, preparing the garden is just as important as preparing the house. Sweep and tidy up, paint any neglected fences or walls, ensure

the boundaries are clearly defined and in good order, set up the garden furniture and use containers of plants to brighten up the garden – it could just help seal the deal. If you’d like any advice on selling your home, please contact Guy Leonard & Co Estate Agents on 01403 248222 or horsham@ guyleonard.co.uk

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