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1,000 new jobs in Horsham given £3.66 million boost Councillors Goldsmith and Catchpole on site

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Work seekers have been given a £3.66 million boost towards 1,000 new jobs in Horsham. Businesses and housing are planned at the old health care firm Novartis site in Wimblehurst Road in one of the most important developments for many years for the town. Now the Coast to Capital Local Enterprise Partnership has awarded £3.66 million to West Sussex County Council towards the purchase of the 18.6 acre site. The Novartis site was originally identified as a higher education facility with other related employment uses after the firm moved out. But that plan was wrecked when Brighton University decided not to proceed with its ambitious scheme. The success of the new scheme will depend on money made from housing on part of the site, which will require planning approval.

The count y council says a lot of work has taken place since it announced last year it intended to buy the site. Detailed work has been carried out, including site evaluations to ensure the council is securing a good deal for the taxpayer with its initial investment. The demolition of several buildings has also taken place to prepare the site for any new development. Leader of the county council Louise Goldsmith said: “I am delighted the LEP has awarded £3.66 million towards the purchase of the site. By committing funding, the LEP is showing their confidence in our plans. Our ambition is to transform the site into a quality employment and residential development and we are working with commercial advisors to finalise our vision and proposition for the site by developing the right mix of business, office accommodation and start up space to transform it. Any businesses interested in this redevelopment opportunity can find out more at www.investwestsussex.co.uk/ novartissite

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Animal cruelty on the rise Allegations of cruelty to animals rose by 10 per cent in West Sussex in a year. Figures released by the Southwater-based RSPCA national headquarters also show a 13 per cent rise in East Sussex, making it the biggest increase in the South East. A dog beaten in lift, a kitten killed by blunt force, and a German shepherd dog so collapsed he appeared dead all feature in the new RSPCA report, released on Wednesday. The RSPCA investigated more than 35,000 animal cruelty cases in the South East last year - a rise of nearly 4% compared to the previous 12 months. This works out at about 97 complaints investigate every day or an average of four an hour. East Sussex saw the largest increase in allegations of animal cruelty in the South East - a rise of nearly 13% from 1,959 in 2015 to 2,211 in 2016. The animal welfare charity’s annual ﬁgures released today (Wednesday 29 March) also show that there were more complaints made to us about incidents in Greater London than anywhere else

in the country in 2016 - 11,812 - which was up nearly 9% on 2015. Nationally there were 400 allegations of animal cruelty every day last year with a total of 148,604 and a rise of nearly 5% from 2015. Calls to the RSPCA’s 24-hour cruelty hotline also rose by nearly 4%, which amounted to more than 1.15million calls last year - averaging one every 27 seconds. Paul Stilgoe, RSPCA Superintendent for the South East said: “I never stop feeling appalled when I look back at the shocking catalogue of cruelty the region’s inspectors are called about. We investigate such horrific cases of abuse and extreme neglect - as this year’s figures and case studies show “Thankfully, there are also some happy endings to remind us what we strive for. As well as investigating the cruelty, our inspectors and animal centre staff rescue, rehabilitate and rehome thousands of animals a year, and this year there are some particularly touching stories in the region about the lives some of them have gone on to lead.”

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Airline pilot James Bowey from Horsham will keep his feet ﬁrmly on the ground for charity. James is preparing to take on the seaside route running with team NSPCC in the Brighton Marathon on April 9. Starting at Preston Park, one of Brighton’s largest parks, the runners will pound past the iconic sites of Brighton to cheers from a number of acts, bands and wellwishers. Brighton Marathon is known for its lively atmosphere that helps runners like James cross the ﬁnish line in one of the UK’s most vibrant cities. Every mile that is run for team NSPCC and every penny raised will mean that when a child needs help, the NSPCC can reach them. James will be helping to support services which include the NSPCC’s Speak Out. Stay Safe Schools Service which delivers safeguarding assemblies and workshops to teach children the tools needed to keep them safe

from abuse. James, 25, said: “I find it empowering to help those who need it most and children should have the opportunity for a good start in life. I was fortunate in my childhood to have a good home and had the opportunity to experience many different exciting things and helping the NSPCC is a way of me giving something back. “The Brighton Marathon is a fantastic local race which has great support along the whole coastline and it’s another challenge for the year.” Georgie Swinbank, NSPCC fundraiser, said: “This is a fun event that is perfect for runners of all levels and experience. By choosing to support the NSPCC, James, is helping us reach even more young people and we are very grateful. We will be there on the day cheering team NSPCC on.” To find out more about fundraising for the NSPCC, visit www. nspcc.org.uk/what-you-can-do/ do-your-own-fundraising

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School bounces back after ﬁre

Sport enthusiasts and staff were evacuated from a leisure centre after fire started at a neighbouring school. Firefighters restricted blaze damage at the Weald Community and Sixth Form School, Billingshurst school to only one room in the fire on Tuesday evening. Classes opened as usual on Wednesday. Manager of Billingshurst Leisure Centre Dale Whitford told the Post: “As a precaution the whole leisure centre was evacuated.” Among those evacuated were about 15 swimmers from the Atlantis swimming club based in Horsham, ranging from 10-14 years old. They were coming to the end of their session and evacuated in silver blankets. They sat in cars of parents and most went home without belongings which were collected next day. Only head teacher Peter Woodman and another staff member were in the school at the time the fire started just before 7pm and no-one was hurt. The fire began in a ceramics room, which was 20 per cent damaged by the flames and suffered 80 per cent damage from heat and smoke. Other rooms suffered light smoke-logging but the fire did not spread to them. The cause of the fire was still being investigated earlier this week. Two West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service crews from Horsham attended the fire initially, and were joined by crews from Petworth and Crawley and support vehicles. The school’s communications manager Izzy Lewis said on Wednesday morning: “Fortunately, there were two members of staff still on site, including Mr Woodman the headteacher, when the fire alarm rang at about 6.50 pm and they quickly discovered the fire. The fire services were contacted immediately and they arrived and put out the fire very

swiftly. No-one was hurt in the ﬁre and the damage has been limited to the ceramics room. As a result, the school is completely

safe and open as normal. The cause of the ﬁre is not yet known but an investigation is currently taking place.”

Chance to quiz councillors

Villagers at Billingshurst get the chance to quiz their parish councillors at a meeting next Wednesday evening. As an additional item The Wey and Arun Canal Trust will be topping the bill at this year’s Annual Parish Meeting of Electors on April 5. The doors open at 7pm, to give an opportunity to have a tea or coﬀee before the meeting starts at 7.30pm at the Community and Conference Centre in Roman Way. Under local government law all parish and town councils have to organise a dedicated meeting each year where electors of the area can ask questions and raise matters of concern with their elected representatives. This year, representatives from the canal trust, a lo-

cal tourist attraction based at Loxwood who are restoring London’s missing link to the sea, will be giving an illustrated update on their progress to date and plans for the future. With parish council chairman councillor Paul Berry in the chair, electors will also have the chance to quiz the parish council on its activities and ﬁnances over the last year and also raise any other matters about the parish. Greg Burt, the parish council clerk said: “Whilst the parish council has to organise this annual meeting, it is a meeting for electors of the Parish and not a council meeting, so we do encourage residents to come along and exercise their democratic right”

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A quickstep to past to help others Best dressed winner Tracy Brooks and partner.

Dancers wound back the clock and turned on the style to help other people. Music from the 40s and 50s got their feet moving at Horsham’s Drill Hall in the Strictly Vintage dance session run by Age UK Horsham District. The 130 guests of all ages dressed magnificently in vintage style outfits and the afternoon was spent dancing to music from the eras provided by the ‘Royal British Legion Dance Band’. During the interval guests were treated to afternoon tea on vintage china provided by the local

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charity’s catering team and served by their team of volunteers. The Charity’s Chief Executive Officer, Sonia Mangan said: “Our Strictly Vintage Tea Dance gets more and more popular every year, with this fourth event selling out a few weeks before and putting us now firmly on the dancing map of Horsham. “We are so pleased that we decided to run two tea dances this year, as those who couldn’t get tickets for March are on the list for September. “We hope that all our guests will return again for another

wonderful afternoon of dancing and to support our charity. In the meantime we have lots of exciting event and activities planned for the next few months, and I would encourage our local community to get in touch to find out more about our charity and to see for themselves how the money raised from such events is spent.” The event raised £2,400 and was sponsored by Dark Star Brewery at Partridge Green. Photographs: Cheryl Zimmerman Photography.

Bus passengers are being asked what they think of a new vehicle on trial on a Horsham route. They are using an Alexander Dennis demonstrator on Adur Valley Line Bus Route3 running between Horsham and Shoreham for a week. The Southern Transit Bus Company says the bus design reflects the most up to date striking features available on the open market, with ingenious engineering geared to

experience gained in the past 60 years. The service started on March 30. A company spokesman said: “The vehicle is trialling for one week and would like to know the thoughts of passengers. “This really is the bus of the future and it will be passing your doorstep.” For timings, please check out www.southerntransit. co.uk or facebook.com/southerntransitbuscompany

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Swimmers break records for charity Rash of red noses good sign Record breakers

resenting the sponsors of the event, Assurity Consulting, called the Doggy Paddlers, brought the event to an exciting ﬁnish by swimming 194 lengths within the 55 minutes swimming time. This was an all-time record in the six years of the Swimarathon being held. Earlier in the day, the Young Challengers A Team swam what organizers called a fantastic 184 lengths which was only two lengths behind the event’s standing record of 186 lengths

A rash of red noses had a positive sign for school children and staﬀ. They were not suﬀering from colds, but instead giving a warm welcome to Red Nose Day. Pictured are children at Billingshurst Primary School, who were busy selling red noses in the runup to the day. The school has raised £480 from the selling of the noses,

which has earned the school Super School Status with the Red Nose fund raising team. The pupils and staﬀ also supported the day with additional fundraising including “Wear something red to school” and a cake sale. The money raised by the public is spent by Comic Relief to help people living what organisers call “incredibly tough lives” both here in the UK and Africa.

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Swimmers broke records at a stroke in this year’s Horsham Swimarathon for charity. They doubled the previous highest amount raised, winning pledges for £10,208.79 for their eﬀorts at Pavilions in the Park. 30 teams took part, swimming 3,288 lengths in the 25 metre main pool, beating the 2016 total by 77 lengths. This is equal to 82,200 metres or 54.8 metric miles, again beating last year in overall distance. To cap it all, the team rep-

held until this year by Forest Boys School from the first Swimarathon. 11th Horsham scouts summed up the spirit with their slogan “You’ll Never Swim Alone”. Organisers Horsham Lions Club said: “It was another outstanding day, well attended by everyone having an interest in the event, their families, friends and support groups. “Hats off to the disabled swimmers who were just remarkable in their efforts to compete with the best of them. A big thank you to Silver Swimmers A and B teams and to the Sunbeam Swimming Club For The Disabled, for being there, for taking part and for doing just a great job of it. Thanks to all 180 swimmers for making it a great day out and memorable occasion.” More than half of the money raised amount will go to the nominated charity, Chestnut Tree House Children’s Hospice in Arundel, and will purchase one new bed for the hospice and go a long way towards a second bed there. The hospice is replacing specialist beds at a cost of £5000 each, as well as other equipment. The other half of receipts go to charities selected by participating teams.

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A scheme to help people with a drink problem spiralling out of control into crime has been re-launched in West Sussex. It is aimed at people who have committed crimes while on a relatively low level of alcohol. The scheme is designed to help them avoid becoming worse offenders. Sussex Police is working with Druglink and being supported by West Sussex County Council to deliver a policereferred Alcohol Diversion Scheme to help reduce the level of alcohol fuelled crime. The scheme is targeted at people in West Sussex over the age of 18 and focuses on the health and education of those in the community who are drinking above the recommended lower risk levels. This scheme is a simple way of dealing with an offender who has committed a low level alcohol related crime. The aim is to effectively engage with individuals and their drinking habits and to look differently at how to deal with alcohol-related offending. Run by Druglink, the three

hour course addresses the link between alcohol and violence and reinforces the signiﬁcant physical and psychological harms associated with binge drinking. It also explores alcohol content and units providing insight into the strength of certain drinks and explaining behaviour in relation to those drinks. Chief Inspector Justin Burtenshaw said: “We have an opportunity to make a real diﬀerence here, and tackle what is a growing problem in society. We are also looking to extend this scheme in the future to include drug use, underage drinkers, for use around targeted operations for anti-social behaviour and longer term to incorporate highlighting awareness of the link between gambling and crime. “By focussing on addressing lower level criminal activity with the use of problem solving and preventive educational measures, the wider impact is that there is potentially a reduction in more serious crime. What is key is that we look at the cause, as opposed to the symptoms.”

Governors have joined in the national row over inadequate funding of schools. The latest is a group at Billingshurst Primary School, which is pointing out that a new formula for giving schools money is unfair and needs to be revised. Abi Smit, a parent governor at Billingshurst Primary School said: “We have put together a campaign called FUND. US to raise awareness of the lack of funding we will get from the governments funding consultation. “We have had a massive response so far and are hoping to get parents to ﬁll out the questionnaire for the funding consultation to explain that the basic formula is wrong for our school. The FUND.

US is a acronym for Future, Unfair, Nothing Else, Done all we can, Unhelpful, Sign and we have badges and banners and videos with the children to raise awareness and try and encourage parents to ﬁll out the funding document. “The government hasn’t made it easy but we are hoping to get as many responses in as we can. We are ready to ﬁght for more funding.” The governing body planned to be up at the school gates every morning to make sure it can get the message across to as many parents as possible. The debate has reached national level, including protests to the Tory-run Government from schools

in Tory-run councils, and the issue has been raised in the House of Commons. Angry headmasters across West Sussex have already warned that children in West Sussex schools could have their lessons cut because of a money crisis. They said they might also consider other measures unless the Government gives West Sussex County Council about £20 million to stave oﬀ a serious situation. The challenge from Conservative-dominated West Sussex is a potential embarrassment for the Conservative government, although school leaders say their challenge is across the political spectrum.

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International star inspires youngsters at old school

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A former pupil who became an international player showed a school her football skills. At only 17 talented Amelia Ritchie has played several international matches for the full Wales Women’s team and has already turned semi-professional with Brighton. She says her real dream however, is to play for Liverpool, her favourite club.

Throughout the week Amelia inspired many of the senior and junior girls at the Towers Convent School at Upper Beeding with her skills and drills in each of the lessons. Amelia started her sports love aﬀair helping Towers win at other sports. Headmistress Clare Trelfa said: “She was also kind enough

to run some extra practices at lunch times. The girls thoroughly enjoyed the sessions and loved Amelia’s style of delivery. “While at The Towers Amelia was always a highly respected team member of The Towers’ successful netball and rounders teams, which won both the leagues and the tournaments every year.”

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Four years turned into 20 Arculus, Chairman of West Sussex County Council who joined them for the whole of the party and helped Pippa Davies, the Project’s Co-ordinator, to present certificates of achievement and recognition to two “students” and one Buddy, all of whom have been a part of West Sussex Learning Links for 20 years. Robert Lashmar provided fun and lively musical entertainment for the afternoon. The trustees and staff of the charity say they are very grateful to the Rotary Club of Storrington and Pulborough District whose members helped staff the party, plating up and serving more than 100 ploughman’s lunches as well as

Weatherhead, which carried out the alterations presented Mr Osborne with a cheque for £250 which is in addition to the donations being made by Co-op members. To date £1,785.06p has been nominated and this money will be used to provide “High Viz” jackets for local youth clubs. Horsham Lions Club has already provided 500 jackets for local primary schools and provide additional safety for users when it together as a group

A charity expected to last for four years celebrated its 20th anniversary of helping people with learning difficulties. West Sussex Learning Links, whose three staff are based in Partridge Green, celebrated its milestone in Storrington. Its work across West Sussex proved so impressive that it attracted funding from the BIG Lottery and numerous trusts and foundations and more than 1.4 million has been awarded to the charity since 1997. As times change the Project has diversified its activities and

provides buddies for social and leisure activities as well as one to one support for non-vocational adult education classes. More than 600 people, known to the charity as “students” have now joined the project during its lifetime, participating with activities of their choice. The charity says that without what it calls the “fantastic” support from 450 volunteers during the past 20 years none of these students would have been able to access these chosen activities alone. Sixty existing people being helped joined 40 buddies and staﬀ for the lunch and afternoon. Pat

The trustees and staff are very grateful to the Rotary Club of Storrington and Pulborough District whose members helped staff the party, setting up and clearing away tables and chairs. Pictured is Pat Arculus with Pippa Davies presenting “student” Nicola Worsley, who has attended for 18 years, with her certificate. Also pictured is a group of students.

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Castle date with Beach Boys for band Spongers for good cause Spongers attack

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Teachers got into the spirit of Comic Relief fund raising. They surrendered themselves as willing targets for young sponge throwers. Pictured are a victim and en-

thusiastic spongers at Farlington School in Horsham. Many events were held in the district to help the cause. This one was organised by year seven pupils at the school.

Road safety ends in hot chocolate The Beach Boys were favourites when a talented group of 40 young musicians from a Horsham school performed in a castle to help raise money for charity. They took part at Arundel Castle in ‘Celebrating Sussex Childhood’ for Chestnut Tree House children’s hospice, young people’s charity Winston’s Wish and also supporting Home-Start Arun. The event was held in the Baron’s Hall and was hosted by Mark Spoﬀorth OBE, High Sheriﬀ of West Sussex, in the presence of

the Duke and Duchess of Norfolk and Henry, Earl of Arundel. Mollie Sellors, 13, who plays the oboe in the Christ’s Hospital band that performed said: “Our musical programme consisted of a wide range of pieces, from both the classical and modern eras, including a Jackson ﬁve medley. My personal favourite piece was Farandole by Bizet which was arranged for concert band. I like this piece because it is a bold piece with a fast pace. “The audience seemed to especially enjoy the 1960’s Beach Boys

medley; people started to sing along and dance.” Alex Stewart, ﬁrst trumpet player, said: “The band concert at Arundel was the ﬁrst opportunity I’d ever had to go inside a medieval castle. As we approached the castle, the exterior was simply breath-taking. The experience really sank in when we were lead through the complex network of corridors and stairs which, along with our Tudor uniform, felt like a trip back in time.” Pictures courtesy of Graham Franks.

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Hot chocolate was the reward for youngsters learning to stay safe on the roads. They took part in a West Sussex Bikeability Course and proved their proﬁciency on the roads around the village of Upper Beeding. The Year 6 girls from the Towers Convent School at Upper Beeding ended the week with Level 2 certiﬁcates and celebrated with a large hot chocolate each. Many schools run similar schemes to promote the issue of safety of cyclists.

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The Uncommoners by Jennifer Bell, Alﬁe Bloom by Gabrielle Kent, Island by Nicky Singer, The Boy and the Globe by Tony Bradman and My Brother is a Superhero by David Solomons. Run by Jane Fella, Learning Resources Centre Manager, and Elaine McKenna, Teacher of English, it brings together a number of our current Year 7 pupils and Year 6 students from most of Weald’s feeder primary schools. The award not only encourages students to read more, but also supports the transition process that prepares Year 6 students for life at The Weald. During after school book club sessions, students are actively

encouraged to read as many titles as possible and then take part in competition categories that have inspired them, these range from designing your own book cover, creative writing, making a ﬁlm trailer or devising a new character for one of the books. Kiran Millwood Hargrave author of The Girl of Ink and Stars came into The Weald School in January and gave a talk to all the Weald Book Award participants about writing the book and the inspiration she gained from visiting La Gomera. Jane Fella said: “Jane was clearly thrilled with her win, and warmly thanked the panel for their votes.”

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District MPs complain to Government about school under-funding Two Conservative MPs covering Horsham district are among those from West Sussex protesting to the Government about underfunding of schools. Jeremy Quin of Horsham and Nick Herbert of Arundel and South Downs backed a letter In which the West Sussex MPs raise concerns that, under the new formula, a third of the schools in West Sussex will actually lose funding, despite the County’s starting point as the worst funded in the country. While 167 schools in West Sussex will gain funding, two will receive no change, and 94 will lose funding, many of them rural primary schools. Mr Quin and Mr Herbert are joined by Sir Peter Bottomley, Tim Loughton. Sir Nicholas Soames (Mid and Andrew Tyrie MP (Chichester). As Schools Minister and Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Education Secretary respectively, neither Nick Gibb MP nor Henry Smith are able to sign the letter. Nick Herbert, representing his West Sussex colleagues,

was a member of a delegation of MPs which met the Prime Minister to express their view that the proposed schools funding formula needs to be changed. The MPs argue that schools in other areas which have historically had signiﬁcantly better resourcing are far better placed to deal with these funding pressures. They point out that, while all schools in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, the best funded in the country, will lose funding, with an average loss of 2.7 per cent, their funding per pupil will still be £6,718, compared to £4,257 in West Sussex. Mr Herbert said: “West Sussex MPs recognise the pressures on our local schools and have been calling for fair funding for some time. “The Government has made a step in the right direction with its proposed new Funding Formula, which will mean extra resources for West Sussex, but it needs to go further. “We will continue to ﬁght for a fair deal for West Sussex and our local schools.”

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Focus on degree apprenticeships A word or two from Juliet Juliet is welcomed

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Students saw degree apprenticeships put into focus at a session in Horsham. As part of National Apprenticeship Week, Collyer’s followed up on the success and interest generated by its record-breaking NG2U ‘Not Going to Uni’ evenings by hosting an event for 40 of its students and also local employers to ﬁnd out more about Chartered Degree Apprenticeships, which are available through Chichester University. Although the majority of Collyer’s students progress to university and higher education, the school says a number of students are contemplating taking alternative progression routes. Andrew Adams from Chichester University spoke about the

Chartered Management Degree Apprenticeship, how it works, how students can ‘earn and learn’ at the same time by attending university for one day per week and gain practical experience by working for a local employer the other four days. Degree Apprenticeship students graduate after four years, already a step ahead of the competition, as they have four year’s work experience as well as an honours degree. Employers in attendance were Nicola Thurston from Talenterprize, Ian Robinson from Assurity Consulting and Graham Cuthbert from Red River Software. Graham Cuthbert from Red River Software spoke about how, as an employer, the Degree Ap-

prenticeship scheme beneﬁts their business and how their current apprentices add value as well as a fresh perspective. Collyer’s Ian McAlister said: “It is vital we stay ahead of the game with regard to the changing landscape of careers, apprenticeships and degrees. This is just one of many events we will be running, as part of a very busy progression programme.” A-level student Riyanna Limbachia said: “I found the sessions very useful because the excellent speakers gave a clear, practical insight into degree apprenticeships.There are certainly more alternative pathway opportunities out there than you would think.”

Students had a word or two from a former pupil who became a journalist. Collyer’s welcomed Juliet Jacques, who writes about ﬁlm, art, music, politics, gender, sexuality and football. Her work has appeared in The Guardian, New Statesman, London Review of Books, Granta, Sight and Sound, Frieze and TimeOut. The talk in the college lecture theatre was enjoyed by more than 50 students and teachers from across the Collyer’s school community, and the audience also included some students from local secondary schools and one of her former teachers. The talk focussed on Juliet’s personal experiences which led her to writing her book “Trans: A Memoir.” Juliet

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A Horsham first for talented craft workers Talented craft workers in The Sussex Guild will be holding their first Contemporary Craft Show of 2017 in Horsham in early April. The Guild says this is the first time the guild has held a craft show in this part of Sussex. The venue will be the spacious Parkside building, close to the railway station and only five minutes’ walk from the centre of historic Horsham. At Parkside there will be what the guild describes as a spectacular variety of superb, well-designed and beautifully made crafts. There is a chance to meet the designer makers with their ceramics, furniture, glass, jewellery, metalwork, printmaking, stone carving, textiles and woodwork. Organising the event on behalf of the Sussex Guild are Edith Pargh

Barton and Sallyann Dunn. Edith, who lives near Horsham, works in textiles creating unusual, fabric sculptures and colourful tea lights. Sallyann makes children’s clothes that are decorated with traditional smocking. Visitors can meet members, all professional designer makers, and discuss how their work is created, order special commissions and make purchases. The show will take place on Saturday and Sunday of this weekend from 10am to 5pm. For information about the Guild’s activities visit the Sussex Guild Shop & Gallery, Southover Grange, Southover Rd, Lewes BN7 1TP, T: 01273 479565 (between 10.00am and 5.00pm) or see: www. thesussexguild.co.uk

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Pulborough Neighbourhood Wardens, Carol Boniface and Vanessa Green, recently joined staﬀ from Tesco, Pulborough Parish Council and a local resident volunteer, to do a bit of spring cleaning. As part of the Pocket Park Project, the volunteers braved both rain and sun to help clear up a small area of park in Pulborough. Carol explained: “The area is used by all and is a natural habitat for wildlife. However, it has become neglected and little rundown over

time. “Tesco has taken it on as a community project, to try and revitalise the area and turn it into a fun and safe area for everyone to enjoy, and we were keen to help.” Vanessa added: “The clear-up involved litter picking, removing brambles, clearing pathways and clearing the stream of debris whilst preserving the wildlife habitat. It was very rewarding to see the end results and we are now looking for volunteers to help maintain the area.”

Karen Brooks, Community Champion for Tesco, said: “This is a project that I am keen to drive forward for the community. The diﬀerence the volunteers have made in just a couple of days is huge, as the area looks much cleaner and clearer now.” If you are interested in helping with the project, please contact Karen Brooks by emailing: Pulborough@communityattesco. co.uk. Updates and information can be found on the community board in Tesco.

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HORSHAM DISTRICT COUNCIL Town and Country Planning Act 1990 Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 The Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015 Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 Notice is hereby given under Article 15(3), (4) or (5) or Article 16 that the following applications have been submitted to Horsham District Council, registered between 20/03/2017 and 24/03/2017: Please note the below list of applications advertised are only those we are required to do so by law. A full list of applications is available by visiting our website at www.horsham.gov.uk

DC/17/0612 Old Pinkhurst Bashurst Hill Itchingfield Horsham West Sussex RH13 0NY Demolition of existing timber porch and erection of new, brick built porch of marginally larger footprint with a tile covered pitched roof to match existing (Full Planning) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. DC/17/0613 Old Pinkhurst Bashurst Hill Itchingfield Horsham West Sussex RH13 0NY Demolition of existing timber porch and erection of new, brick built porch of marginally larger footprint with a tile covered pitched roof to match existing (Listed Building) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. DC/17/0514 4 Brook Terrace Talbot Lane Horsham West Sussex RH12 1ES Repair/replacement of rotten timbers, guttering and cladding. Repairs to damaged tiles and grouting. Repainting of render. (Listed Building Consent) Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. Listed Building. Conservation Area. DC/17/0648 Smugglers Hut Greyfriars Lane Storrington Pulborough West Sussex RH20 4HE Proposed two storey rear extension, internal alterations and new dormer window to bathroom Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. Conservation Area. DC/17/0638 First Floor, 23-35 Freshwater Parade Bishopric Horsham West Sussex Change of use of first floor from retail (Class A1) to six one-bedroomed residential units (Class C3), replacement of north facade and installation of 3no. external staircases and projecting terrace on south facade Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building.

DC/17/0633 High Hollow The Hollow West Chiltington Pulborough West Sussex RH20 2JN Erection of a single storey extension to the West and South and an entrance hallway to the North Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. Conservation Area. DC/17/0579 Easteds Farm Easteds Lane Southwater Horsham West Sussex RH13 9DP Erection of a 2m fence to replace Leylandii trees (Listed Building) Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. DC/17/0492 12 The Manor House Summers Place Stane Street Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 9GN Installation of 5 secondary glazed windows (Listed Building Consent) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. DC/17/0606 The Water Tower Guildford Road Rudgwick Horsham West Sussex RH12 3JD Erection of single storey rear extension Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. DC/17/0598 19C West Street Storrington Pulborough West Sussex RH20 4DZ Erection of 1x fascia sign to replace existing (Advertising Consent) Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. Conservation Area. DC/17/0462 Ivy House High Street Henfield West Sussex BN5 9HN Change of use from garage to self contained dwelling (Amendments to previously approved application DC/06/2058) Reason for Advert: Affecting Setting of a Listed Building. Conservation Area.

DC/17/0500 West Wantley Fryern Road Storrington Pulborough West Sussex RH20 4BJ Demolition of existing kitchen range and erection of a single storey rear extension, removal of redundant staircase and alterations to East Elevation. Demolition of garage and walling, new landscaping and timber boarded garage and garden store (Full Planning) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. DC/17/0501 West Wantley Fryern Road Storrington Pulborough West Sussex RH20 4BJ Demolition of existing kitchen range and erection of a single storey rear extension, removal of redundant staircase and alterations to East Elevation. Demolition of garage and walling, new landscaping and timber boarded garage and garden store (Listed Building Consent) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. DC/17/0649 Marelands Farm Two Mile Ash Road Barns Green Horsham West Sussex RH13 0PZ Tile hanging of two walls, cement rendering of three walls and changes to size of windows (Householder) Reason for Advert: Listed Building. DC/17/0650 Marelands Farm Two Mile Ash Road Barns Green Horsham West Sussex RH13 0PZ Tile hanging of two walls, cement rendering of three walls and changes to size of windows (Listed Building) Reason for Advert: Listed Building.

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Hepworths Launches new Brewery Premises

The District Post MD Davey Pearson with Andy Hepworth Local brewery, Hepworth, changed location, after over 15 years at its original site. Ever increasing popularity, since opening the Hepworth doors to business in 2001, has led the company to outgrow premises in

Horsham’s Railway Yard. The new footprint, designed by Andy Hepworth, needed a few acres. Sites of such a size do not come cheap in the South East of England and are laden with caveats regarding planning. None,

Has your tenancy deposit been protected? Business Lucy Penfold - Stevens Drake Many people think that being a landlord has many perks and that it’s an easy way to have a second, third or even forth property with secured income each month. Well, yes, that is true, but there are many implications for landlords that are not always recognised by the onlooker, or indeed the tenant. As a tenant, it’s good to know what your rights are and what the landlord’s obligations are, in this instance I’m focussing on the tenancy deposit. Tenancy Deposit Schemes If you have an assured shorthold tenancy agreement, your landlord needs to secure the full deposit into a properly certiﬁed tenancy deposit scheme. The landlord cannot keep the deposit in a personal bank account. Once your landlord has received the deposit, they have 30 days to tell you: the address of the rented property; how much deposit has been paid; how the deposit is protected; the name and contact details of the tenancy deposit protection (TDP) scheme and its dispute resolution service; their (or the letting agen-

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including Andy, of the core personnel wished to move and their skills were essential. The new site had to be in the South East, finance and planning notwithstanding. Christie Price, at Hepworth, said: “Many potential sites to rent were investigated, but all were fatally flawed. Andy is very particular about his breweries and would not settle for a compromise. The New Brewery had to fulfil many conditions, and we, the Directors, had come to the conclusion that we had to buy and build. “We were helped to our current

situation by helpful HDC oﬃcers, who pointed out the potential to buy land from Brinsbury College. The land was local, and large enough to plan to Andy’s satisfaction. We are hugely grateful for the support of HDC. “Our shareholders have been more than generous, indulgent even. They have been patient for many years with the demands of the Brewery, and have been immensely supportive and actively interested in our progress. Our bank, were also supportive. After all, which bank wouldn’t want a Brewery on its books?”

Wanting to remain local in ethos, as well as geography, the company commissioned an architect from Steyning and building contractors from Pulborough, sought landscaping advice in Chichister and stayed close to Horsham for legal advice. All staff from the original site were relocated to the new premises. Christie explained: “Our staff came with us. We are delighted by this, and very grateful for their skills and loyalty. “Our move was blessed by a financial award from government backed funding. Their contribution helped enormously at a time when our then nominated contractors went bust, leaving us to reinstate the tendering process .We lost many valuable months, which knocked on to our late start. We moved equipment last May, lost a few weeks (planned!) of production and the office moved to the new brewery in September. “We still have much more to do. There is always going to be a lot more to do. It’s a brewery; there always has to another pint! Cheers to all and many, many, thanks!”

Horsham District Online Michelle Betts I moved to Horsham over 15 years ago and one of the reasons for moving here was the sense of community felt in the town when I visited the area. Fast forward to now and I believe that sense of community remains strong. You can see the community support from the articles in this paper. Even in this digital age you can see online too; from posts of thanks on the Horsham Facebook page to local people who have helped in diﬃcult circumstances, to support for local events as people mark ‘interested’ on Facebook. Looking at the hot discussions locally on social media over the last few weeks, one theme has shone through and that’s one of community support. Horsham Football Club has been waiting with baited breath to establish if it has a future or not, pending an important decision regarding the

planning for it’s new ground. The Club has 5,722 people following the @HorshamFC twitter account and many of these followers were online for the decision last week. We were on tenterhooks watching the meeting unfold on Twitter as the Club live tweeted the decision in progress - refreshing the screen to see if there was a new update! Their hashtag #Home4HorshamFC would have been trending locally as the decision was made in favour of the Club and the celebratory and congratulatory tweets came ﬂooding in. It was fantastic to see the online support for the Club from locals and other clubs. @HolbrookClub also received many tweets of support as the Holbrook Club plans were also approved. I was then further delighted to see a local event pop up in my Facebook feed from @ CratesLocal for the launch of a new Horsham gin from Cabin Pressure Spirits. There was a great deal of online excitement pre-launch with people tagging in friends to take to

the actual launch. The launch at Crates Local in the Carfax was a great success after all this online publicity. Local support for the new gin was fantastic and @CabinPresSpirit are almost at the 100th bottle to be sold mark as Horsham drinks them dry - there will be a waiting list soon for people wanting a bottle - it’s proving that popular! People in Horsham District love to support the town and we will see this in force over Easter weekend with Piazza Italia taking place. We are already seeing teaser videos by @slivertipﬁlms of what’s to come from @piazzaitalia11 and @HorshamTWS on Twitter. The excitement is starting to build online and there will plenty of photos and videos being posted by organisers and attendees over the event. If you’re joining in please use #piazzaitalia11 on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. My top accounts to follow on social media this month are: @ HorshamCowork, @VisitHorsham and of course, @TheDistrictPost and @ByJoveMedia!

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20:00 Hospital Radio Crawley Live Music Event The Star - Horsham, Roffey Saturday 17th 12:00 til 23:00 Horsham Rocks Presents: September SAM CLAYTON Horsham Rocks Presents The CarfaxBandstand, Bandstand,The Horsham Horsham Carfax, Horsham 13:00 - 15:00 11:00 til 16:00 Long Time Gone Nell Bryden The Shovel, Horsham The Malt Capitol Theatre, Hor20:30 sham MOJO 19:30 The Bedford, Horsham Larger Than Life Duo 21:00 Goffs Park Social Club, Crawley 20:30 Hounds of Sound Broadbridge Heath Village Centre, Broadbridge Heath Acoustic Open Mic Night 20:00 The Jolly Tanners, StapleQuo-caine field The Mulberry, Goring 20:00 20:30 Blues Workshop Black Heart Angel Northgate Community The Malt Shovel, Horsham Centre, Crawley 0:30 20:00 Acoustic showcases The Surrey Oaks, Newdigate 20:00 South Saxon Beardsmen Open Mic Night Gathering George and Dragon, HorThe Malt Shovel, Horsham sham 12:00 til 18:00 20.30 Open Mic night The Shelley Arms, Broadbridge Heath 19:30 Riverboat Shuffle Horsham Sports Club, Electric Jam Night Horsham The Malt Shovel, Horsham 20:00 20.00

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Do you have what it takes to win the Horsham Battle of the Bands 2017? After another hugely successful event last year, Horsham’s long running ‘Battle of the Bands’ competition is back for 2017 and will soon be accepting entries through its website at www. horshambotb.co.uk . Judged by a panel of industry experts, this year’s BotB Festival Weekend will take place on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 August in Horsham Park’s ‘Human Nature Garden’. The final of the covers competition will take place on the Saturday afternoon, with the final of the originals competition taking place in the evening. As a special treat, last year’s covers and originals winners, Flying Low and The Farmboys, will perform while the judges make their final decisions. The event will end on the Sunday afternoon, with the acoustic competition, also taking place in the Human Nature Garden, with last year’s winner Hollie Rogers performing while the judges deliberate. Prizes to be won include a professional music video and photo-shoot, studio time, a sin-

gle release package and more. This year, the weekend will once again follow a circus theme, with workshops for kids, themed food and drink vendors, and professional circus performers on site. Co-organiser and Sussex Soundhouse owner, Rebecca Thompson, said: “The support for last year’s event was overwhelming. We had so many great acts enter and a fantastic turnout for the festival weekend. As always, we look forward to this year’s event being even bigger and better!” The Horsham BotB website will also once again host an online People’s Choice poll, where fans can get involved, check out the bands that have entered and vote for their favourites. Closing date for entries is the July 1, when heats will be announced. Advance tickets for the festival weekend go on sale via the website on April 1: www.horshambotb.co.uk For any queries, please contact the team: info@horshambotb. co.uk

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Acoustic Open Mic Night The Star Dorking, DorkThe Jolly Tanners, Stapleing, Surrey field 20:30 20:30night Folk Blues Workshop The Emerald Club, SouthNorthgate Community Cengate, Crawley tre, Crawley 20:00 20:00Mic Night Open Open Mic Night The Bear, Horsham The Royal Oak, Ifield 20:00 20:00Mic night Open Acoustic showcases The Bull Inn, Henfield The Surrey Oaks, Newdigate 20:00 19:30

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Leo Sayers to appear on stage next month After the Sold Out success of his 2015 Restless Years tour, Grammy award winning, international chart-topping, British music legend, Leo Sayer, is returning to the UK for another series of concerts and will be on The Capitol stage in Horsham next month. Known the world over for his army of hits, which includes Thunder In My Heart, Moonlighting, One Man Band, I Can’t Stop Loving You and the transatlantic No 1s, When I Need You and You Make Me Feel Like Dancing, Leo is said to be excited to be back in his home country and looking forward to giving his audience a high energy concert of his much loved greatest hits. The VIP ticket includes front row seats, a meet and greet with Leo before the show, a photo/autograph opportunity and a signed tour programme. Performance: Thursday 18 May, 7.30pm. Tickets available online: www.thecapitolhorsham.com or via the Box Oﬃce: 01403 750220

Wisdom at The Capitol The Capitol Theatre is hosting an exhibition ‘A Lifetime in Showbusiness’ by Nicholas Wisdom, son of the late Sir Norman Wisdom. Norman Wisdom was an English Actor, Comedian and Singer/ Songwriter, best known for his comedy films featuring his hapless onscreen character that was often called Norman Pitkin, and his career spanned many decades with him starring in no less than 19 films. The collection is a nostalgic array of beautiful film and stage memorabilia from Norman’s career and is available to view in The Capitol Gallery until Sunday 23 April. Nicholas explained: “Whilst assembling my father’s memorabilia, I found myself making an astonishing admission, I didn’t realise just how big a star he was in the 1950s and ‘60s. To be filming at Pinewood Studios during the day, followed by two West End stage performances at night, meant a gruelling 18-hour day with only Sunday to recover. With seven films and six West End shows stretching throughout the 1950s, the pattern was set. “How appropriate that the exhibition will be at The Capitol, with my family living in West Chiltington for 22 years. Then of course, Jack Lane will be starring in Wisdom of a Fool, in effect bringing the exhibition to life. I very much look forward to meeting you before the show, to bring back some of those nostalgic memories. No doubt my father will be giving an approving nod.” Wisdom of a Fool is a critically

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acclaimed one-man play about the early life of Norman Wisdom, returning to Horsham this weekend: Friday 31 March - Saturday 1 April (with a Saturday Matinee at 2.30pm). Jack Lane takes audiences behind Norman Wisdom’s wellknown character to reveal a tough lonely childhood. After joining the army, Norman discovers a passion for comedy and begins to perfect an act that would go on to shape his unique style. The world of post-war Music

Hall and Variety embraces Norman’s manic slapstick routine, catapulting him to stardom in the early 1950s. Success on the silver screen, including the hit song ‘Don’t Laugh at Me’, seals his fame. But fame comes at a price. Entry to The Lifetime in Showbusiness Exhibition is free (please check opening hours of The Capitol) and tickets for Wisdom of a Fool are on sale online: www. thecapitolhorsham.com or via the Box Oﬃce: 01403 750220

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A stunning backdrop for your wedding or Family event Nestled in the heart of the stunning Sussex countryside you will find Ghyll Manor, a 17th century county house hotel. The stunning backdrop for your wedding or Family event. Brimming with character and style, the traditional oak beamed building gazes out over acres of glorious gardens. There are four licenced wedding areas at Ghyll Manor suitable for up to 120 guests. This includes a peaceful secluded summer house for outside weddings. From the moment you enter Ghyll Manor you are greeted with warmth and friendliness. Customer service is above and beyond and their staff are sure to take you and your guests on a magical journey from ceremony, drinks reception, wedding breakfast and through to your evening reception to dance the night away on your special day. You will find many a stunning photo opportunity in the grounds. As the seasons progress through the year, their gardens become an array of beauty, from spring bouncing through with the wildlife, to summer colours reflecting on their beautiful pond. Autumn sees the most glorious colour pallet and winter draws you into the warmth of their Country House. Offering reception drinks on the patio or in the Hotel conservatory, your guests will have lovely views of you having your photos taken whilst they enjoy a refreshing drink. Their House Master of Ceremonies will call your guests to take their seats in their ornate Hunsdon Hall for

your wedding breakfast. This room reflects the feel of the barn whilst still allowing every opportunity for you to make the space your own. Paired up with their recommended suppliers their Wedding Team can transform your wedding designs into a reality. Your wedding breakfast is an important part of your day. Their Award Winning chefs are passionate about their food and with the opportunity in all their wedding packages for a menu tasting you can tailor your menu to create a special dish for your day. Enjoy that meal with their carefully picked wine options to complement your dishes from Ghyll Manor well stocked wine cellars After sun set comes your evening reception. Start the evening celebrating the tradition of ‘cutting your cake’ followed by your first dance. The night is then yours to dance away with your family and friend into the evening. Buffets are provided to keep hunger at bay and their reasonably priced bar will be open too. A highlight of Ghyll Manor is having the accommodation on site. They have 29 rooms in total, 14 of which surround your function room ready and waiting for your guests to retire too when the evening is out. Ghyll Manor bedrooms are comfortable and many in keeping with the house. Providing the amenities you need for a good night sleep including a Full English breakfast the following morning. This truly is a house to call your home and a must see venue for your special day.

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

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

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Farlington’s Issy becomes National Champion Biathlon Dave Smith - Sports Editor Farlington School pupil Issy Hayes has become the National Champion after competing at the British Schools’ Modern Biathlon Championships at Crystal Palace; The modern biathlon is an event made up of a swim and a run. Issy made it to the ﬁnals after qualifying last year from several thousand competitors spread throughout Britain. 12 year old Issy was ranked in the top ten going into the event,

but not in the top three, so to gain a medal of any type was going to take a great effort and for her to hit top form. Her first event was the swim where she put in a great performance by recording a personal best time that set her up well for the run. With a seeded system in place, Issy needed to improve her personal best in the run by a huge margin. The strong wind in the stadium made the 1600m even more testing but Issy set off quickly, leading from the start. As the race progressed Issy stayed out in front with her only challenge coming from the cur-

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rent number one ranked athlete. Issy pushed hard and crossed the line seven seconds ahead of her challenger, winning her the title of the U13 National Biathlon Champion. Sara Whittaker, Farlington’s Director of PE and Games, said, “Issy is a fantastic athlete with a great attitude and lots of potential. To succeed in this sport demonstrates her all-round ability. We are very proud of her at Farlington. As a Sport and Drama Scholar, she is a great role model to the other students. I’m sure she will build on this success.”

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More umpires are needed in Sussex Cricket Martin Read - Sports Reporter Good news - cricket in Sussex is booming, creating, though, a demand for all important and much valued umpires. The Sussex Cricket Founda-

tion (SCF), the charitable arm for Sussex cricket, has just celebrated its first birthday, the successful opening year having seen 40,000 cricketers playing for 245 cricket clubs throughout the county, giving opportunities for some 16,000 children to participate in the Foundation’s coaching, playing and workshop programmes. SCF Chair David Bowden says: “Our aims are to increase participation, inspire education – through the new SCF Learning Centre at Sussex’s Hove HQ - and improve health throughout Sussex – whether that’s playing, watching or simply being inspired by cricket.” Horsham Cricket Club’s David Horsman, a key figure in local Mirfield and Gullick knockout cups administration, tells the District Post: “It’s really great that cricket is so popular in the county but that means that we need a goodly number of officials, especially umpires. At HCC we have five panel umpires, but more are needed in the district, especially to officiate in the feeder leagues, where sometimes players have to umpire, which we don’t like to see.” Sussex Cricket League Secretary Terry Burstow explains: “In

Sussex we’ve got 280 registered ECB umpires, through the Association of Cricket Umpires, out of 8,500 in the UK. But, from our 280 we’ve 70 potentially active umpires, although only 65 actually stood in matches last season. We need at least 55 umpires a week but holidays and non-availability take their toll and people move away, so we’re always looking to recruit new umpires, especially those with experience who have perhaps moved into the county. It’s a satisfying role and panel umpires get paid for their services and receive a mileage allowance - after a playing career umpiring is a way of continuing to enjoy cricket, using experience and knowledge built up through the years. And, for those wishing to start umpiring for the ﬁrst time, we run courses at Horsham, Hove and Arundel, usually sponsored by the League or clubs.” Revered senior umpire Terry would love to hear from anyone interested in joining the Sussex umpiring panel to oﬃciate on some of the most beautiful grounds in the country – terryburstow@ntlworld.com – 01903 261442.

Hawks ﬁght valiantly in cup ﬁnal rematch Hawks (in blue) and Cagers players

Crawley Cagers U14 75 – 57 Horsham Hawks U14 Youth Basketball Dave Smith - Sports Editor Reigning Sussex Champions Horsham Hawks faced a massive challenge in a rematch of last season’s cup ﬁnal against current league leaders, the Crawley Cagers. Horsham opened the game with scores from Harry Rose, Josh Tavolieri and a three pointer from Josh Lea-Clayton putting them ahead 7-2. Crawley responded from Abdu Gaye, Tony Assogba and Sweady Kissala to take their ﬁrst lead 9-7. Four

more points from Lea-Clayton followed by a further six from Tavolieri kept the Hawks 17-15 ahead before Crawley’s Kissala levelled the game as the ﬁrst quarter came to a close. A powerful drive from Horsham’s Charlotte Willcox to begin the second quarter and strong defence from Oliver Brooker ensured the Hawks regained the lead once more. Crawley responded through Gaye, Assogba and Matthew Aziamale who successfully converted as Crawley edged ahead 31-25. Accurate outside shooting from Horsham including three pointers from LeaClayton and Tavolieri and a well taken score from Fin Bennett to

end the half at 43-37 to Crawley. In the third quarter Crawley continued to use their size advantage close to the basket as Gaye, Assogba, Aziamale and Martin Kibuuka added to their totals. A resilient Hawk’s team however, continued to fight valiantly with Lea-Clayton, Tavolieri and Bennett making tough shots to keep the contest alive. The third quarter ended 58-47 to Crawley. In the fourth quarter the size and depth of the Cager’s side proved decisive as a short-handed and tired Hawk’s team began to make defensive errors. Despite the best efforts of Tavolieri, Lea-Clayton and Anaya Wakefield on offence Crawley pulled away to secure a 75-57 win and avenge last year’s cup final defeat by Horsham. Hawks Head Coach David Clayton commented, “Crawley is a fantastic team featuring twelve national league players. We were slightly short-handed today and started to run out of gas in the fourth quarter while the Cagers did an excellent job of rotating their bench to keep us under constant pressure. Given the circumstances I am very proud of the way we kept fighting to the end.”

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Depleted Horsham overcome their Henley demons South League Premier Division 1 Henley Men 1 - 1 Horsham Hockey Martin Read - Sports Reporter Henley has not been a happy hunting ground for Horsham. So, last Saturday’s draw in the final league game of the season was an achievement, especially as the team, already sure of survival, had donated players to boost the struggling seconds, with first team replacements stepping up from the colts. Horsham travelled with a small squad and started late after severe traffic hold ups en route, but came out vigorously, disconcerting Henley. In the tenth minute John Burroughs broke through, rewarded with a short corner, duly despatched by Matt Hough. Horsham then had real opportunities, only for Hough to hit the post and a Burroughs’ chance to go begging, but led 1-0 at the turn. Further probabilities evaporated, Hough again peppering the woodwork and although Captain Andy Isaacs gave another outstanding display in goal, an errant back pass allowed Henley to share the points. At their highest ever level, Horsham began the season brightly but subsequently fell back after

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seven straight losses. The Christmas break, though, came at the right time with a run of better results on resumption, until another wobble suggested relegation, Horsham Team Manager Al Campbell telling the District Post: “We learned a heck of a lot this season! After being promoted we were determined to stay up and set ourselves a 30 point target. We didn’t quite hit that, ending ninth, seven points above Henley, but the way we bounced back in the run in was highly creditable - hats off to a great team effort when the chips were down. Our thoughts are already on next season, we’ll be losing players, including the retirement of stalwarts Dom Cohen and Cirdec Atkinson, but we’ll re-group and strengthen up. We played well against the top teams, which might encourage someone looking to move clubs to join us.” Despite being beaten by Horsham home and away, Havant are promoted as champions. Banbury and Guildford go down and Henley are currently awaiting confirmation that they will stay in the league (the probable outcome). Horsham still have a big game to play – on April 23 they are looking to retain the Sussex Cup when they travel to take on Worthing.

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Boro stay top – four points clear with two to play Pulborough have the title in their sights

London 3 South East Pulborough 54 - 26 Folkestone Rugby Martin Read - Sports Reporter With promotion and the league title at stake, Pulborough strengthened their grip on the table, showing no sign of nerves as they despatched fourthplaced Folkestone with relative ease.

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In a scything gale howling across from the Southdown Gliding Club Boro soon made their intentions clear with early attacks rewarded by Guy Baxter driving in under the posts, Frazer OliphantHope converting before Will Truscott also got over the line. Leading 12-0 after seven minutes and with seemingly permanent possession, Boro egged on by a large vociferous crowd, many fortiﬁed from the Vice Presidents’ lunch, looked unassailable – but

Folkestone did get through and then kicked over into the wind. However a Boro penalty soon increased their lead and, after two disallowed tries amid a spectacular display by a pair of buzzards wheeling over the ground, Truscott’s fly kick was gathered by Will Scrase for another try. Boro led 27- 7 at the break, courtesy of another Scrase try, Frazer’s boot slotting home the kick. Scrase completed his hat trick immediately after the interval and then Nick Haynes posted a further five points. Folkestone responded with an intercept try but, although they added 14 more points, that proved to be a minor inconvenience as Truscott notched up three more tries, one maximised by George Lee to give Boro a 54-26 win against a strong Folkestone side against whom they came unstuck in Kent in November. Boro President Alex Steele told the District Post: “We worked really hard, but I never thought we’d put 54 points past Folkestone!” Head Coach Clayton Saunders added: “We showed our strike power all over the pitch and are on the edge of promotion, but our Captain, Simon Burfiend, and I are determined to see Boro finish as league champions, too!” Tomorrow (Saturday) Boro travel to Bromley to play struggling tenth-placed Park House, whom they beat at 28-15 at Freelands in December.

Wayward finishing results in a defeat for YM SCFL Premier Division Newhaven 1 – 0 Horsham YMCA Football Dave Smith - Sports Editor Not for the first time this season Horsham YMCA manager Peter Buckland was forced into making late changes to his intended starting eleven. Also, in a match between two sides playing out the rest of the season in mid-table neutrality, some wayward finishing cost his team points. With a strong blustery wind whipping across Newhaven’s Trafalgar Ground and without any urgent need for either team to pick up league points, this match was no classic and will not live long in the memory. The opening 45 minutes saw both ‘keepers underworked with the only action for YM coming from Phil Johnson and Dave Brown who both were guilty of wildly missing the target on a number of occasions without bothering home stopper Jake Buss

and similarly, YM ‘keeper Mark Fox had a trouble free time. YM came out for the second half looking the more determined but again wayward shooting gave Buss a watching role as efforts on his goal all flew past him high and wide of the target. The inability to score seemed to dishearten YM and Newhaven went on to dominate much of the remaining half hour in which they were rewarded by the only goal of the game. Amid sustained Newhaven pressure Fox could only parry Ian Robinson’s goal bound shot and Ryan Walton was quickest to react in a busy penalty area to find the back of the YM net. Peter Buckland was naturally disappointed with the result and his teams’ failure to make more of the opportunities that came their way. As can be expected of Buckland he will be demanding that his team finish the season off on a high and certainly will be doing all he can to prevent his players coasting to the seasons end.

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Joggers cover miles at Cranleigh and Mel’s Milers

Defeat for reshuﬄed Heath SCFL Premier Division Broadbridge Heath 1 - 2 Worthing United Football Andy Crisp - BBHFC

Joggers’ contingent at the Mel’s Milers 10k Athletics Phil Liberman - Horsham Joggers Another busy weekend for Horsham Joggers far and wide with the runs getting longer as they competed at the Cranleigh 15 and 21 milers. Over 15 Paul Oakley in 1.40.13 romped home followed by John Willcox 1.50.20, Mark Holmes 1.53.42, Brian Frost 1.53.50, Alan Pettitt 1.58.09, Stuart Carruthers 1.59.03, Emma Comber 2.06.23, Geri Smith 2.13.29, Kirsty Anstee Brown 2.17.11, Will Green 2.21.20, Sharon Burchett 2.24.16, Fiona CLifton 2.40.16 and Viv Underhill

2.41.14. In the longer 21 the finishers were Paul Langley 2.49.36, Phyl Weston 3.00.08, Lorraine Treadwell 3.07.00, Lin Whiting 3.03.55, Nigel Blackbee 3.22.09, Geoff Parker 3.26.22, Neil Clarke 3.38.26, Lou Johnson 3.46.53, Hannah Munden 3.51.46, Alan Jones 4.01.47, Sue Hensman and Ashley Wilkinson 4.32.31. Over the shorter 10K distance at Christ Hospital School in the local Mel’s Milers run, Simon Perkins stormed home 4th out of a field of 348 in 37.31 with Pete O’Connell 38.19, Lucinda Potten 42.50, Johanna Terry 44.18, Laurence Carpenter 44.24, Phil Liberman

45.04, Guy Gilder 46.15, Paul Windust 46.53, Miranda Huisman 47.39, Tom Gaule 48.29, Jim Hawthorne 49.03, Clive Walker 49.06, Simon Holmes 49.10, Geoff Fisher 49.39, Rebecca Ramsey 49.50, Matt Senior 50.42, Kevin Croker 51.13, Ian Nicholson 53.14, Aaron Baker 53.55, Jo Hopkins 53.56, Fiona Dalrymple-Hay 54.29, Paul Arnold 57.29, Richard Barron 58.01, Steph Charman 62.47, Richard Mullans 67.15, Carol Brown 68.03, Edna Clark 68.14 and Susie Millbank 71.13. Finally, Keith Valentine finished a very creditable 16th in 73.36 at the Henfield 9.

The Bears season has been disrupted in recent weeks with long term injuries to several key players and their cause was not helped with the loss of midfielders Scott Weller (work), Dan Sandell and Shaun Findlay (suspended). On the plus side they welcomed back leading scorer Jake Holmes who has been out injured for the last 4 weeks. The Heath striker made his presence felt immediately by scoring in the opening minute after Ollie Moore had charged down Worthing ‘keeper Nathan Stroomberg’s clearance and the ball fell to Holmes who tapped it into the unguarded net. The visitors equalised with their first purposeful attack on 7 minutes when a good move down the left flank ended with the ball being cut back from the goal-line into the path of Owen Callaghan who hit a side footed shot into the bottom corner. Callaghan continued to look the most dangerous player for the visitor’s, having an effort blocked and firing straight

at Michael Chester. For Heath, Ollie Moore blasted a right foot eﬀort high and wide and Tim Martin had a snapshot which was blocked on the line by Stromberg, but it remained 1-1 at the break. There was very little to shout about in the second period, both sides struggled with the conditions and neither keeper was troubled much. The balance of play swung in United’s favour in the 75th minute when Martin was shown a straight red card by the referee for a late challenge. Minutes later the visitors won a corner on the right which Heath failed to clear and substitute Paul Elliott rose above everyone to power a header past Chester, winning the match for his team. Heath Assistant Manager Steve Whiting said, I have never known a time when we’ve had so many players out, we had three players aged 18 or under in the squad today, it’s great experience for them but we could do with a few more senior players around to help them through the game. We should have a few players back next week and possibly a new signing ahead of our trip to Wick but the way our luck is at the moment we’ll probably lose one or two others.”

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QUOTE OF THE WEEK A weekend where pretty much everything went wrong

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Feel good factor lifts Hornets to victory Horsham ﬁnish seventh at the end of tough season Tony Nwachukwu unleashes an unstoppable shot for 2-0

Photo by John Lines Ryman League Division 1 South Horsham 2 – 0 Tooting & Mitcham Football Dave Smith - Sports Editor Tooting & Mitcham turned up at Gorings Mead nine points clear at the top of the Ryman South table and with 14 straight victories behind them, making them ﬁrm favourites to be crowned champions come the end of April. If however they thought Horsham, with nothing to play for, would be easy pickings then they were very wrong as the feel good eﬀect Tuesday’s new ground approval gave the Hornets a massive lift. Before a ball was kicked a bumper crowd of 481 created a celebratory mood that Dom Di Paola’s

team carried onto the pitch for a memorable win in what has been a memorable week for Horsham FC. Both sides started at a frenetic pace with most of the high tempo play being in the midfield as neither team could make things happen in the final third. Alfie Rogers did force Tooting ‘keeper Kyle Merson into a save and at the other end Josh Pelling was alert to deal with Daniel Clements’ effort. Despite former Hornets favourite Billy Dunn looking lively and a number of half efforts from the Horsham front line a midfield stalemate dominated the half and it was therefore no surprise when at the referee’s half time whistle the match was goalless. The second half started much the same as the first had ended

and it wasn’t until the introduction of Tony Nwachukwu that things changed. Ashley Jones immediately had the best effort of the match at that point when he lobbed past Merson only for Sol PattersonBohner to produce a superb goal line headed clearance. However the next attack resulted in a Horsham corner and subsequently a goal. From the corner the visiting defence only half cleared the ball to Jordan Clark who back-healed to Charlie Farmer who hit a low shot into the bottom corner. Tooting are not top of the division for nothing and they immediately stepped up a gear. After controlling the ball well, Ed Dines fired a low cross shot that beat Pelling before rattling the far post and then substitute Sandy Cunningham missed a sitter when he allowed his shot to be blocked after having time and space to score; from the loose ball Clements then blasted his shot yards wide. Taking full advantage of escaping the equaliser Horsham went straight up the other end and scored their second. Substitute Nwachukwu stole the ball from a melee of players and although having passing options open to him he hit a vicious drive from 25 yards out that left Merson no chance as it flew past him into the net. With only minutes remaining that goal secured the result and capped a great few days for all connected with the club. Horsham, now 14th in the table with 55 points, travel to Chipstead, 20th with 37 points, tomorrow (Saturday April 1).

Horsham punished by late OC burst

Horsham were beaten by late Colfeian tries London 2 South East Horsham 24 - 50 Old Colfeians Rugby Martin Read - Sports Reporter Score lines can be deceptive, as proved to be the case for Horsham

last Saturday when they kept in touch with Old Colfeians throughout the game before fading during the visitors’ late flourish. A Will Bell penalty opened the scoring for Horsham in the seventh minute, quickly followed by a Josh Steggles try, Bell converting. Michael Tredgett added another five points late in the first half,

Bell again adding the extras for Horsham to trail narrowly at the break. Half way through the second half Richard Tredgett got across the line, Bell kicking over, only for Old Colfeians to run amok to take the game by an unreasonably wide margin. Horsham Head Coach Nick Stocker told the District Post: “We played the more attractive rugby and stayed within six points of Old Colfs until the last few minutes, when lapses in concentration in the run in gifted them three tries at the death – that can happen when you have young, inexperienced players, but they are talented and will come good. We suﬀered in the set pieces because their pack was stronger than ours. Old Colfs are an impressive side - they’re the current runners up – and it was interesting talking to them after the game because not so long ago they were in the same situation as us after also losing seasoned players and having to replace them with up and comings.” In their penultimate league game of the season, tomorrow (Saturday) Horsham, still sixth, have a long coach trip to east Kent to play ninth in the table Deal & Betteshanger, whom they beat 29-12 at home in December.

South Clubs’ Women’s Hockey League Division 1 Surbiton Ladies 2s 5 - 1 Horsham Hockey Martin Read - Sports Reporter In November Horsham Ladies pulled oﬀ a major coup, walloping league runners up Surbiton 4-1 at Broadbridge Heath. But, in Horsham’s ﬁnal league game revenge was sweet for the Surreyites. Yet, taken overall, Horsham can be pleased with their season considering that an outbreak of impending motherhood robbed them of several regular players. A core of experienced seniors gallantly stayed on, boosted by the introduction of some excellent young players who found themselves pitted against older and wiser opponents. After a sticky start to the campaign the team gelled together well, ran and ran and generally gave a good account of themselves. In this tough league there are very few

gimmies, so to ﬁnish seventh was no disgrace. The girls who stepped up learned much and will further develop into more than useful players. In the Surbiton game Horsham scored ﬁrst when Alex Malzer volleyed home a rebound from Elle Blakesley’s strike before the hosts equalised, leaving the score one apiece at the break. The second half undoubtedly belonged to Surbiton, who ran out convincing 5-1 winners, Elle Blakesley telling the District Post: “We played well in patches but Surbiton had a strong squad and were the worthy winners. They were very skilful and quick!” Barnes won the league and Woking were bottom after winning just one of their 18 matches. Horsham Ladies’ season is not quite done – they have a big match tomorrow, Saturday, when they appear in another Sussex Cup Final - travelling to take on Lewes.

Disappointing start for Palmer in F1 season opener Formula 1 Dave Smith - Sports Editor After suffering car problems in practice and qualifying, and then again during the race, Jolyon Palmer had a disappointing start to the new F1 season at the Albert Park circuit in Melbourne, Australia. Palmer posted his annoyance on social media, saying, ‘A weekend where pretty much everything went wrong’. Palmer, starting from 19th on the grid made a strong start, climbing four positions on the first lap. After holding his ground for the next 14 laps he suffered an intermittent brake issue which led to his retirement from the race on lap 15. Palmer’s new teammate, Nico Hülkenberg, fared better finishing just outside the points in eleventh place. Hülkenberg however

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confirmed the task ahead for his Renault Team by saying “The conclusion from my first race with the team is that we are firmly in the midfield and we’re looking forward to continuing to improve.” Palmer summed up his weekend by saying, “My race was going well. I made places at the start despite being on the hardest tyre, my pace was pretty reasonable and I could see Nico and Esteban ahead of me. Unfortunately, my brakes stuck on at turn 14. We hoped it was just a glitch, but it happened again so we had no alternative other than to retire. It’s not been the start I wanted to my season, so we’ll put it down to experience and look forward to China.” Renault do not have long to resolve their reliability issues as the next race is on Sunday April 9 in Shanghai, China.

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