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Tax freeze ‘will help residents’ Matthew James News Editor

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How singing sensation Adele might look picking up her free copy of The Resident at the Co-op in Partridge Green Building photo by John Lines

Who is Adele’s not-quiteso-famous neighbour?

Find out on Page 2

Horsham District Council has decided to freeze its share of the council tax for the year from April.

In common with most district, borough and county councils across the country, Horsham is accepting government money equivalent to a 2.5 per cent council tax increase in return for freezing the tax in 2012-3.

West Sussex County Council and Sussex Police Authority have also decided not to increase their share of the council tax from next month.

Cllr Ray Dawe, new leader of the district council, said: “We made an election pledge when we were re-elected last May not to increase council tax for both the current year and for the next financial year.

“I am delighted we are still able to do this, despite the difficult economic situation. I am sure it will be of great help to all our residents throughout the district.”

Horsham District Council has agreed measures to cut its net budget by £1 million in the year from April.

These include increases in car parking charges and sharing services with other authorities. The council has also set aside £350,000 from reserves to meet estimated redundancy costs.

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Adele is the girl next door James Hood Entertainment Editor

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Global superstar Adele is the talk of the village after renting a £6 million mansion in Partridge Green.

And The Resident can exclusively reveal that her new next-door neighbour is none other than Cllr Jonathan Chowen, Horsham District Council’s Cabinet member for arts, heritage and leisure.

It’s incredible to ‘have such a talented, famous neighbour ’

The Conservative councillor, who recently shot to public attention over the vexed issue of Broadbridge Heath Leisure Centre, told us: “The most I have seen is a few blacked-out Range Rovers. But she is here, renting the house next door.

“The staff at the Co-op have served her and the people of the village are all extremely excited. I am absolutely a big fan. It’s incredible to have such a talented, famous neighbour.

“I am not expecting to see much of her. I expect that when she does

spend time here, it will be because it’s peaceful and somewhere she can rest and recouperate.

“Because of that, there has been no sign of the paparazzi, who are clearly respecting her privacy, along with those who live here.”

The star’s rise to fame has been meteoric over the past 12 months, helped by her performance of Someone Like You at the 2011 Brit Awards.

The song is taken from her second album, 21, named after the age at which she wrote it.

The record sold more copies in its first 12 months than any other in history during the same period.

Such is her success, it is estimated that an Adele album was purchased every six seconds last year.

This year she received six Grammy Awards – something only Beyonce has ever achieved – and two Brits.

At the Grammys, her performance of Rolling in the Deep sparked a standing ovation from a theatre filled with industry professionals and firstclass artists.

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Council tax is frozen Continued from Page 1 Cllr David Holmes, leader of the council’s Liberal Democrat group, said: “While we broadly accept the £1 million budget changes, we do have huge concerns with the management of this council.

“This council is like a rudderless ship. It lurches from one disaster to the next.

“In the last financial year we had the undetected million pound overspend in operational services.

“This year we have proposals for evening and Sunday parking charges followed by an ill-considered plan to demolish Broadbridge Heath Leisure Centre.

“The council plans to dispose of the town hall, consider building on Chesworth Farm and is consulting on building up to another 14,000 houses.

And when new houses are planned there is no certainty they will be houses that local people can afford.

“This council’s financial problems are not just due to government cuts.

Many of this council’s problems are of its own making.

“Year after year, the council tax increases have been kept low or frozen. Not because it made sense, but because it looks good on an election leaflet.

“An average annual district council tax bill is £135. A one per cent increase is £1.35, not a large sum to pay if it helps retain essential services.

“The result is that now we have far less council tax coming in than other local authorities and a diminishing government grant. Our next steps require very careful consideration.”

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News

Why the Smart money is on a Brucie bonus Intrepid explorer Bruce Smart rode in to the Foundry Lane office of the Born Free Foundation.

Setting off from the Cenotaph in London on October 1, Mr Smart will embark upon a 100,000 mile, 66-country motorbike adventure in aid of the foundation, a London hospice, the Royal British Legion and the Children’s Trust.

He aims to raise £1 million.

Mr Smart said: “It will be a journey of extremes for both machine and rider. To take a sports bike around the world in 12-16 months, across desert, over rock, through jungle and swamp, is in itself extraordinary.

“Unsupported, through every type of terrain, in all weathers, I will travel the globe on a machine bred for the race track.”

During his adventure, Mr Smart hopes to visit Born Free’s sanctuaries in South Africa and Ethiopia, among

others, to see how the charity looks after animals rescued from lives of suffering.

Joanne Bartholomew, who manages Born Free’s events and fundraising, said: “It was fantastic for Born Free

staff to meet Bruce when he popped into our office, arriving on the very bike upon which he will complete his amazing challenge.”

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Death crash driver jailed A man has been jailed for six months after a fatal crash on the A24 at Dial Post in January last year.

Cary Gordon was working as a recovery driver with a Renault truck when it was involved in a collision with a Nissan Micra driven by Christopher Alderton, 30, from Suffolk.

Gordon, 49, of Marine Parade, Worthing, was sentenced at Hove Crown Court this week after admitting causing death by careless driving.

Mr Alderton’s family said: “Nothing will ever bring Christopher back and he will be eternally missed by all those who knew and loved him.

“This type of junction has a history of accidents. How many more people have to die before action is taken?

“The loss of Christopher will be with us for the rest of our lives. We do not want another family to suffer in this dreadful way.”

Horsham’s part in Paralympics Horsham will hold a flame celebration as part of the Paralympic Torch Relay, the London 2012 Organising Committee (LOCOG) has announced.

Someone from West Sussex will be chosen to act as a flame ambassador, attend one of four lighting events and take part of the flame to the celebration in Horsham.

Cllr Sue Rogers, Horsham District Council Cabinet member, said: “I am absolutely delighted that Horsham will host a flame celebration in the build-up to the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

“It is a fabulous opportunity for local groups and individuals to celebrate the endeavour and determination of our Paralympians, while at the same time recognising their own

achievements.

“Horsham district has always championed inclusion and participation. I hope that as many people as possible will help us welcome the Paralympic movement to Horsham in August.”

Chris Holmes, director of Paralympic integration, said: “We are thrilled to announce that Horsham will play host to a flame celebration.

“I know that people from Horsham will get involved in this celebration and help ignite passion for the Paralympics across the UK.” People will also be encouraged to help show the way to the Paralympic Games by lighting a lantern. For more information, visit www.london2012. com/get-involved/local-leaders/ lantern-festival

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How Collyer’s students made a difference to African youngsters A teacher and four students from Collyer’s visited Africa for a week to help develop education there.

Katie Bashford, Ian Groves, Dan Mannion and Jayson Probin joined Joe Brock, head of Science and Maths, in The Gambia after students developed equipment and a training book to teach electricity anywhere.

Eighty teachers attended two main workshops at the Teacher Training College in Bricama, on the outskirts of Banjul.

One featured the students’ electricity model and Physics experiments, including models of radioactivity, rocket science, hydraulics, and sound and light.

are a credit ‘toThey Collyer’s and Horsham ’

The other was based around microscopy and looking at images from both the manmade and biological worlds. The Gambians also benefited from simple but effective Chemistry experiments.

Jayson told The Resident: “Much of the teaching in The Gambia, as in many African countries, lacks the

depth required to apply the knowledge to new situations and is hindering the development of science and engineering.

“Many students give up Science as soon as they can, as they see it as a difficult and abstract subject that has little to do with their lives.”

Dan said: “It was a brilliant trip.

I found the experience emotional as there is a big difference between reading about things and actually experiencing them.”

The visit was part-funded by the Jephcott Trust and made in association with Projects Aiding Gambian Education and Natural Talent (PAGEANT), a charity run by Pippa and Ian Howard from Southwater.

Mr Brock said: “The Collyer’s students acted as trainers, having developed their practical experiments before going out.

“Through funding from PAGEANT and the Institute of Education, we were able to donate 30 science kits and 30 electricity kits to college and trainee teachers about to embark on their teaching careers.”

Students Lucy Barnett, Fred Golding and Ashleigh Robinson visited the Institute of Physics in London to present the electricity project to all of the Africa co-ordinators.

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Mr Brock added: “It’s been a fantastic opportunity to support such a worthwhile project. This is the first time I’ve allowed students to take such hands-on roles and I would certainly do it again, as the teams at home and in The Gambia have been incredible ambassadors.”

Collyer’s principal Jackie Johnston said: “The level of planning required was extraordinary and I’m really proud of Joe Brock and these talented students. They are a credit to Collyer’s and Horsham.”

Collyer’s student Jayson Probin teaches children at a primary school in The Gambia

Trainee teachers and the PAGEANT team at the Teacher Training College in Bricama

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Water crisis for wildlife

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Sports club chairman dies 3 days before his wedding

A continuing drought could spell disaster for the region’s wildlife.

The RSPB’s warning came after the Centre for Hydrology and Ecology stated that winter rainfall was the lowest since 1972.

Martin Read Paul Spiers, warden at Pulborough Following the success of the inaugural Brooks, said: “Our natural spring News Reporter fireworks evening at Horsham Cricket lines and surface water runoff have and Sports Club at the end of October, really slowed down. We are taking the club decidedand to make a significant Roffey cricket clubs steps to hang on to all the waterdonation we Horsham to been one ofsaddened Horsham's have bymost the death can on the reserve. If low rainfall perdeserving causes. of David Swain, three on Monday sists into March, spring conditions And so on Friday, 17th December, for breeding waders on the reserve days before he was due to be marDavid Swain, ried. Chairman of HC&SC had will be far from ideal.” the pleasure of visiting Horsham's Although Mr Swain had been reThe offspring of birds that breed Springboard Project in Hurst Road. on wet meadows, such as lapwings ceiving treatment, his health condiFollowing a fascinating tour of the and redshanks, must find their own tion appeared to be stable. He was building and garden conductedatbythe Projre-elected as chairman recent food as soon as they hatch. ect Manager, Nigel Scott-Dickeson, Mr AGM of Horsham Sports Club and Invertebrates get harder to find wasthe looking forward to thethe challenge. pleasure of giving as fields dry out and the youngSwain are had ClubProject president Mike Parsons Springboard a Cheque for £500said: unable to fly to find other sources of “Davida certificate was a good, hardworking and received of thanks in refood until they fledge. chairman.

People like him are esturn.

According to the Met Office, there at every club. Hewith wasnew plainWithsential the decision to proceed is only a 15 per cent chance of the speaking but also great fun. events and the Fireworks night again in next three months being abnormally “This isCricket a terrible loss for theinclub, 2011, Horsham & Sports Club wet. but our main thoughts are for David’s tend to support worthy charitable instiRob Cunningham, head of water atthe thisSpringboard very sad time.” tutionsfamily such as Project. policy at the RSPB, said: “We are very Although disability prevented him concerned that 2012 could be another disastrous nesting season. We from playing cricket, Mr Swain took are working with the Environment an active interest in all aspects of the Agency and Drainage Board to use game and was a highly respected umthe water that is available as wisely pire over many seasons.

He served on the cricket commitas possible. tees at Horsham and Roffey for the “We’re pleased to see the government taking the drought situation so better part of 40 years, including sevseriously. But fundamentally the sys- eral years as Roffey chairman from tem we have for allocating water, en- the early 1970s and a spell in the suring it’s not wasted and protecting same role at Horsham in the Nineties.

Roffey CC president Peter Cheesthe environment, is nearly 50 years man said: “David was a terrific old and creaking at the seams.”

KPA collection Horsham District Council has granted a street collection permit to St Helier and Surrey Kidney Patients’ Association (KPA) for World Kidney Day on Thursday.

Jim Rae, treasurer of St Helier and Surrey KPA, said: “The management of Swan Walk have very kindly agreed to allow KPA members and staff of the renal unit of St Helier Hospital to collect and to set up an information point.

“The renal and transplantation information point will be manned by two senior nurses of the renal unit.

We hope members of the public will keep them busy throughout the day.”

Gas site break-in Police are investigating a break-in at the Southern Gas Network yard in Wheatsheaf Road, Henfield.

A spokesman for Sussex Police said: “Numerous items were stolen, including a 7 KVA petrol generator, two petrol strimmers, a 110V drill, a petrol hedge-cutter and other tools, all amounting to approximately £1,600.”

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David Swain (left), pictured in December 2010 ambassador for cricket and a good should join Roffey CC. “He allowed made sure that newcomers influence on the development of the display The firework Horsham Cricket and received a good welcome and were club, with a clear idea of what couldSports Club to make the £500 donation be achieved. This was fully realised quickly integrated into the club. He when we got into the Sussex Premier still took a keen interest in Roffey cricket and was delighted when we League.

“David lived not far from our club achieved promotion. I’ll miss his wise and saw through our building pro- counsel.”

But there was far more to David gramme in the Eighties. He was ideal Swain than just cricket. for that, brilliant.

He was a long-term sidesman at “Roffey couldn’t have got to where they are today without his strength of St Mary’s Church, held a senior posicharacter and vision. We were close tion in the NHS with roles in London neighbours and it’s no exaggeration and Surrey, was a local Justice of the to say that he changed my life for Peace and took on consultancy work the better when he convinced me I when he retired.

Managing Director: Matthew Wheeler matt@the-resident.co.uk Editor: Ben Morris Police want to ben@the-resident.co.uk speak this StudiotoManager: Steve Goodwin man after two steve@the-resident.co.uk children were Sales Manager: assaulted on Davey Pearson davey@the-resident.co.uk a bus between Horsham Accountsand Manager: Dave Smith Crawley. dave@the-resident.co.uk This week they released deDistribution Manager: Kershaw tails of an incident on theRod numrod@the-resident.co.uk ber 200 Metrobus at 8.30am on January 16.

A man got on at Horsham bus station and became angry with schoolchildren before he hit one with a pair of gloves and another with a newspaper. Neither suffered any injuries as a result.

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Friday 2 March 2012

Opinion

Horsham offers more than car parks and roads Nik Butler www.loudmouthman.com

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Horsham, like football, is a funny old game. It mixes up a new development attitude with a desire to hold onto traditional values.

Like an over-tanned 60-year-old man trying to dress like a hipster, ordering a garbled froth of coffee in Starbucks and squinting into his iPhone, it’s a confused collection of ideas, symbols and traditions which

are never going to change.

It has a town centre which is not within its centre! Go and have a look at Horsham on maps.google.co.uk and you can see that the centre of town is pretty much on the edge.

I am pretty sure there are parts of Horsham that are closer to Bewbush in Crawley than they are to Southwater. But it’s statements like that which lead to people getting funny ideas about consultation papers, so let’s not go there.

The point – and there might actually be a point to this – is that Horsham is not the town we think it is.

I suspect that many people who

live in Horsham are unaware of Horsham as a town and a place. Instead they have an idea of roads and car parks and markets and malls and then home again.

A few of us know of a different Horsham. We know of the trees that line the roadsides, the paths which curve between houses and estates, how to circumvent miles of roadways with a few deft turns.

We know of convenience stores and garages and businesses and pubs and parks and pavements and benches and bus stops. Yet we do not share this, if only because no one has stopped to ask.

Horsham may have a big community, but it is a small town. To stroll from Littlehaven station to the Carfax takes a little under 30 minutes. Jump on a bike and it can take a little under 10 minutes.

What can we do to encourage people to make use of this grand opportunity? I suspect increases in parking fees and fuel costs might turn a few heads to consider that strip of concrete on which they place their wheelie bins and wonder where it might lead.

The challenges to modern-day vehicle owners are increasing as I see renewed interest in the 20’s Plenty

campaign (www.20splentyforus.org. uk), encouraging urban areas to consider reducing the limit to 20 mph.

Perhaps we should first recognise that 30 is already the limit and not a target to be sustained. Except hubris and genuine emergencies, there is nothing to stop vehicle operators from reducing their speed.

When we consider Horsham in all its mismatched, sprawling development and architecture, I hope we take into account that it offers more than its car parks and access roads.

A shared experience in community is lost when we sit behind a wheel and wait for a light to change colour.

There are no magic solutions to this drought Tony Whitbread Sussex Wildlife Trust

It may seem strange in wet, soggy Britain to talk about a drought, especially in winter, because it’s always raining here isn’t it?

Reservoirs, which supply about 20 per cent of our water, are less than half full. Eighty per cent of our water comes from underground aquifers, mostly under the South Downs, and these are pretty low on water too.

Probably as low as they have ever been.

They are supposed to be full in winter and only get low later in summer.

Streams that should be coming out of the South Downs are either low or non-existent and areas that should now be wet are dry.

Fish won’t be able swim upstream to spawn, wetland birds like redshank, snipe and lapwing will suffer, there will be fewer invertebrates that feed the rest of the food chain, and wetland plants will be more restricted and flower less.

Low water levels in rivers will also mean that pollution incidents will be more severe as there is less water to dilute them.

People are therefore coming forward with their own solutions to the problem – desalination plants (hugely

expensive, use up large amounts of energy and produce saline pollution), a ‘national grid’ for water (but water is heavy and it would take enormous amounts of energy to pump over large distances) and, of course, more reservoirs.

But reservoirs are not a panacea.

To build them, we would have to flood what is already there so could wipe out any existing wildlife interest. They are also hugely expensive and might take 20 years to become operational.

We only get 20 per cent of our water from reservoirs, so even if you managed to double their area (unlikely) you would only increase the

amount available by 20 per cent.

With the population increases, and the per capita consumption increases we talk about, that will not get us very far. And that’s assuming there is enough rain to fill them.

The problem is deeper than this.

There are too many of us, each with too high a water demand on too small an area. The result is that there is now less water per head of population in the South East than there is for people in Ethiopia.

We may be able to achieve some very minor improvements through these technological fixes, but we are running up against real environmental limits.

Overall, techno-fixes like these will be about as successful as doing the rain dance that was talked about on BBC local radio. And techno-fixes will come with their own problems, which could be as bad, or worse, than water shortage.

Water is one of those resources that fundamentally questions our basic assumption that we are able – indeed, have the right – to expand consumption in all directions, no matter what.

The only answer is to live within environmental limits rather than imagine there are magic technological solutions. This means using less water.

What a load of rubbish!

John Condé Nutham Lane, Southwater

The A24 from Buck Barn to the Broadbridge Heath underpass is in a disgusting state with litter.

The central reservation at Broadbridge Heath is the worst.

As this is the ring road around Horsham, what sort of impression does it give to non-Horsham residents?

I have tried time and again phoning the council’s depot and complaining.

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Opinion

Advert in The Resident Why town’s bus station Culture is made a big difference must not be neglected what YOU do Philip Mansbridge Chief executive, Care for the Wild

I would like to say a massive thank you to all of the local people and local businesses that attended our charity open evening in Horsham on February 23.

Having recently moved back to Horsham, we advertised the open evening as an opportunity for us to meet local people, share information about who we are and what we do, and for local people to find out how they could get involved through volunteering or similar.

The event was a great success and

Join us for a ‘wild’ evening with Care for the Wild Meet the team, learn about our work, get involved

lots of people turned up. We were overwhelmed by the passion and interest shown in our work rescuing, protecting and defending wild animals in the UK and around the globe.

A number of people were interested in getting involved and we will be back in touch with all of them shortly.

We still require more volunteer support, so please visit www. careforthewild.com or call us on 01403 249832.

East Surrey Hospital deserves high praise Robert Mayfield Chichester Terrace, Horsham

The side effects of any medication can at times be quite dramatic, as I discovered recently.

As a result, I found myself in the Surgical Assessment Unit at East Surrey Hospital for three

days. Once the journey was over, the hospital sorted me out very quickly and made my stay as comfortable as possible in the capable hands of the dedicated doctors and nurses.

Let us hope that any new, more accessible hospital built closer to Horsham can come up to the same high standards.

K Chapman Penlands Rise, Steyning

Horsham bus station is a stateof-the-art, modern building mostly made of glass. Unfortunately the glass is rarely cleaned.

Many weeks ago, someone threw a milky drink all over one of the main doors. It is still there!

What is the point of building, probably with taxpayers’ money, an all-glass structure and then not maintaining it?

The lower windows should be cleaned regularly and the uppers at least a few times a year. As for the ceiling, it has probably not been touched since it was built, as it is covered in dirt and cobwebs.

I realise times are hard and savings have to be made, but you cannot be complacent where cleaning is concerned.

Cleaning the glass structure at Horsham bus station would cost very little and make a huge difference to the appearance of the town, especially to visitors who are needed in the shops.

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Simon Clare horsham.skepticsinthepub.org

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201 years ago, Horsham’s most famous son was expelled from Oxford University for refusing to deny that he wrote a pamphlet called The Necessity of Atheism.

Thank goodness the passage of two centuries has consigned such silliness to history and we can now discuss such subjects openly without fear of the consequences.

Shelley’s expulsion led to a deterioration in his relationship with his father from which it never recovered and Horsham never became the home for Shelley that it should have been.

Percy’s nights out on the Carfax with his famous friends never became legend. Byron was never thrown into Horsham gaol for some debauchery or other and Keats never wrote his famous poem about the kingfishers on Red River.

Such things carried on not happening in Horsham for another two centuries, and they are still not happening in the town today.

The gap in Horsham’s potential cultural history that was left behind after Shelley published that pamphlet and fell out with his dad was always going to be hard to fill, but two centuries is time enough.

The culture of a town is not something that ‘other people’ do. If you leave it to them, you will probably find that they are leaving it to you as well and nothing will happen.

Culture is something that emerges when we participate in things; when we make stuff and show it off, when we talk to others about what we have seen and what we liked or disliked about it, and how we might have done it differently.

Normally we do this privately with our friends and family and it’s rare these days to find opportunities to do this with our community.

At Horsham Skeptics in the Pub we provide one such place where you can participate in the culture of your community.

We put on interesting talks which are followed by Q&A sessions, during which the audience get to talk freely with the guest speaker. The questions from the audience can absolutely ignite the evenings.

It isn’t a highbrow philosophical debating society, we just host a guest speaker each month and they speak on a wide variety of subjects.

For instance, a few days after his recent fascinating talk for us on the use of statistics in politics, Chris Snowdon was on Radio 4’s Today programme talking about plain packaging for cigarettes.

On the March 5, at the Tanner’s Arms, we have the managing editor of The Skeptic, Deborah Hyde, returning to showcase her new talk about werewolves and their role in the witch trials of the 16th and 17th centuries.

Come along and help Horsham’s culture to re-emerge from the shadow cast by Shelley’s absence.

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Tree will be talk of the village in 2162

Andrew Sharp and Cllr Ray Osgood plant the Diamond Jubilee Tree

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Henfield villagers planted a tree to mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee year.

The young oak was grown by the Woodland Trust from a Royal Estate acorn, collected from either Windsor Great Park or Sandringham.

Members of Henfield Commons Committee, Henfield Parish Council and Horsham District Council attended the planting event, at the south end of The Tanyard.

Andrew Sharp, chairman of the Commons Committee, said: “We can imagine that in 150 years’ time this tree will be a focal point and known as the Diamond Jubilee Tree.”

Henfield will mark the Diamond Jubilee in other ways, including street parties.

Plans are being made for a permanent wrought iron hanging basket post, suitably inscribed, to be placed in the village centre near Barclays Bank. And Henfield Garden Club will plant a Jubilee Garden near the Henfield Hall.

Henfield High Street will feature a red, white and blue planting scheme in the parish council planters.

On Sunday, June 3, a celebration will be held in the parish church and a Last Night of the Proms evening will be held at Red Oaks.

Digital revolution gathers pace Innovative scheme for North Street The biggest change to television in a generation began this week, as analogue signals were turned off across much of West Sussex and digital TV boosted to reach all areas.

The start of TV switchover for the BBC South region means that thousands of viewers in digital blackspots, including Horsham, can now get BBC Freeview channels for the first time, while picture quality will improve for many existing viewers.

People who are already watching Freeview need to retune their TVs and boxes in order to regain their BBC services.

Switchover began in the early hours of Wednesday, when analogue BBC2 was permanently turned off at

the Midhurst transmitter group.

The process will be completed on March 14, when the remaining analogue channels will be switched off.

Further Freeview channels from ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5 will then be available from local transmitters for the first time.

The Switchover Help Scheme is still welcoming applications from eligible older and disabled people to get help to convert one television, including a choice of equipment and installation.

For those who have already signed up, the help scheme call centre is available to deal with any problems and can be contacted on 0800 4085900.

Bill Taylor, Digital UK manager for the region, said of the switchover:

“This is great news for West Sussex, as many people are receiving new channels for the first time.

“Those viewers who haven’t switched to digital should prepare for March 14, when the last analogue channels will be permanently switched off. Our advice is to get ready now and don’t leave it until the last minute.

“While the process will be straightforward for most people, inevitably some viewers may need a bit of extra help. We are working with the Switchover Help Scheme and local charities to offer support for those who need it.”

For more information, phone 0845 6505050 or visit www.digitaluk. co.uk/meridianevents

Horsham in Bloom will create what it calls “an exciting, new and large-scale planting scheme” in North Street as part of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

Designed by Horsham District Council in the style of the contemporary Dutch Wave, the scheme features herbaceous plants and grasses.

Liz Timmer, vice-chairman of Horsham in Bloom, said: “This innovative planting is a great

opportunity to make this prominent part of town even more attractive.

“It will welcome visitors to the town and complement the current improvements to the railway station.”

Involving students from Chichester College and volunteers from Horsham’s Green Gym, the project will start this month.

To help or for more information, phone 01403 215285 or visit www.horshaminbloom.org.uk

Pets abandoned After RSPCA figures showed a 31 per cent rise in abandonment calls over the last five years, a Horsham veterinary surgery is encouraging people to take good care of their animals.

Julian Peters, owner of Arthur Lodge, said: “It is apparent that many people are not coping with the cost of a pet at this financially difficult time.

However, there are precautions you can take to ensure that the cost does not become too much.

“Although some of these things may be expensive at the outset, they will save a great deal of money in the long term and it is important for owners to realise this.”

Arthur Lodge says pet owners should keep on top of vaccinations, get animals neutered, exercise pets and be careful not to over-feed them.

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Celebrations start after 125 years The Salvation Army will stage a series of events to celebrate its 125 years in Horsham and Crawley.

A musical festival, featuring the church’s groups and guest soloist Anthony Harris, will take place at the Salvation Army’s centre in Booth Way, Horsham, from 6pm tomorrow (Saturday).

The morning service on Sunday will be led by Commissioner Robert Street, international secretary for Europe.

Church members and supporters will gather in the Carfax at 2.30pm on Sunday before a march of witness to St Mary’s Church for a service of thanksgiving at 3.30pm.

Other planned events include visits from Salvation Army musical groups in Bournemouth and Chelmsford, and a weekend of concerts by the Household Troops Band in August.

Capt Ian Woodgate said: “In these days when the world is told the Christian Church is dying, we can testify that the Christian Church is alive and well.

“Despite all that 125 years has brought its way, the Salvation Army in Horsham and Crawley can witness to the living reality of Jesus Christ today. We think that’s worth a celebration.”

For more information, visit www. salvationarmy.org.uk/horsham

Trio helping prevent antisocial behaviour Horsham District Council’s antisocial behaviour team has been helping turn around lives.

Three council officers – Kirsty Lindgren, Shelley Gosden and Amy Parsons – are based at Horsham Police Station and work as part of the Horsham District Community Safety Partnership.

The team dealt with more than 300 cases last year – and in 70 per cent the individual did not come to further notice.

Ways of dealing with antisocial behaviour include a police visit, community resolution, mediation, an antisocial behaviour order (ASBO) and an acceptable behaviour contract

Appeal for library books West Sussex libraries and councillors are urging residents to donate good-quality books.

Cllr Lionel Barnard, deputy leader of West Sussex County Council, said: “This is an excellent opportunity to support our local libraries and to keep the shelves full with lots of

choice.

“Donating your books is as good for the environment as doing your bit towards recycling and also means they can be read again and again.”

For more information, phone 01243 642111 or visit www. westsussex.gov.uk/libraries

Shelley Gosden, Kirsty Lindgren and Amy Parsons, from Horsham District Council’s antisocial behaviour team

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One person who has been on an ABC said: “I have become more calm and living the life of an adult now. I’m staying out of trouble and hanging around with the right sort of people.”

Cllr Sue Rogers, district council Cabinet member, said: “Dealing with the causes of antisocial behaviour is usually complex and challenging, but feeling safe in your community and in your home will always be of paramount importance.

“The way in which we deal with antisocial behaviour in Horsham district is an example of great partnership working and in part contributes to the area being as safe as it is.

“So often it requires a number of agencies to pull together and tackle issues from a number of different angles. Getting such partnership relationships right takes time, but is extremely effective when it happens.”

Chief Insp Sharon Parker, of Sussex Police, said: “The ASB team have achieved significant success for the people of Horsham. The majority of interventions are successful and the feedback displays this.”

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Water way to save So who will you run with?

West Sussex County Council is joining the AquaFund shared saving scheme, helping reduce the amount of water it uses.

The council will receive half of the savings from its part in the scheme, which provides a 100 per cent grant to cover the cost of water-saving equipment and a bill validation and tariff analysis service.

Cllr Michael Brown, county council Cabinet member, said: “We estimate that the council can save 20 per cent of its current water

consumption by signing up to the scheme. Over the �ive-year contract period, this equates to £160,000.

“This scheme is so attractive as AquaFund donates one per cent of all its revenue directly to the charity Water Aid, which improves access to safe water, hygiene and sanitation in the world’s poorest communities.

“It’s a win-win situation. Not only is the county council reducing its carbon footprint and water consumption, but in turn it is saving money.”

The Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile will come to Horsham on Sunday, March 25.

Setting off from near the Park Podium and Conservatory Café, the event will allow runners to savour the delights of Horsham Park while completing one, three or six miles.

All of the money raised will help people who are living tough lives in the UK and in some of the world’s poorest countries.

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MP Nick Herbert is offering the opportunity for a girl or young woman in his constituency to shadow him in Parliament.

The MP for Arundel and South Downs will give his insight into political life on Thursday next week, International Women’s Day, before House of Commons Speaker John Bercow hosts an afternoon reception.

Constituents who want to take up the offer can explain why by emailing Mr Herbert at nick@nickherbert.com The police minister said: “This particular initiative is designed to support International Women’s Day, but if there are any male applicants we will select one and �ind another day for them.”

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One of the MEPs for Horsham district is supporting Don’t Cut Us Out, a campaign to protect vulnerable adults from cuts by West Sussex County Council.

Liberal Democrat Sharon Bowles, who represents the South East in the European Parliament, said: “Some cuts are necessary in this time of economic hardship, but the county council is wrong to cut support for elderly people and adults with learning disabilities.

“Other county councils in the region, including Kent, have managed

to safeguard their adult services budgets. West Sussex could – and should – �ind a way to do the same.

“The people affected by these cuts are at poverty levels, either nearing the end of their lives or with life-long disabilities that prevent them from working. They need our support, not to be left out in the cold.

“I urge West Sussex County Council to come to their senses and reinstate these lifeline services. I am proud to join my fellow Lib Dems in West Sussex in �ighting these shamefully mistaken cuts.”

Get in there quickly Cheap cavity wall and loft insulation schemes are set to end this year, according to Horsham District Council.

Gill Daniel, the council’s environmental co-ordinator, said: “Now is a great time to take up the discounted schemes. Over the past few years,

energy prices have been increasing at unprecedented rates.

“Insulation will help keep your home warmer and keep energy bills lower.”

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Plenty to talk about in village Chanctonbury county local committee will meet at the Steyning Centre, Fletcher’s Croft, Steyning, from 7pm on Wednesday.

It will consider applications for funding, policing issues, and the impact of reduced speed limits at Clays Hill, Steyning, and the B2133 Billingshurst Road, Ashington.

Cllr Frank Wilkinson, chairman of the committee, said: “I would urge local organisations to consider applying for a grant if they have a special project or event coming up.”

For more information, visit the county local committee pages at www.westsussex.gov.uk

Twitter air aid Kent, Surrey and Sussex Air Ambulance has launched an internet campaign in a bid to help save a life.

The charity has 2,615 followers on Twitter, so one potentially life-saving mission would be funded if each donated £1. Supporters can donate by texting HEMS to 70300.

For more information, visit www. kssairambulance.org.uk or twitter. com/kssairambulance

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Mini charity challenge Registration has opened for the next Italian Job, the annual touring event founded by Steyning resident Freddie St George.

Organisers aim to raise £100,000 for Variety, the children’s charity, when mini owners drive from Rome to Turin between October 26 and November 3.

Patron Mike Cooper said: “This brilliant event is a must for anyone mad about minis, old or new. It’s fun, it’s challenging, but most of all it’s a great way to raise money for the vital work Variety does with children and young people across the UK.” To sign up or for more information, visit www.italianjob.com

The perfect gift for the matriarch of your herd On Sunday, March 18, mums across the area will open chocolates and flowers from their children.

This year, Horsham-based charity Care for the Wild is asking readers to give a different gift – showing they really care by adopting an orphaned elephant.

The charity runs an extensive animal adoption programme and says an orphaned animal would make the perfect gift for any mum.

Chief executive Philip Mansbridge said: “We all take our mums for granted now and again, but Mother’s Day is a way to show we care. At Care for the

Wild, we help lots of orphaned animals who lost their mothers through hunting or human conflict.

“These orphans can no longer rely on their mums to look after them each day, so we’re asking local people to consider becoming ‘mum’ to one of these adorable animals as a Mother’s Day gift.”

Adoptions are available at www. careforthewild.com/adoptions, by calling 01403 249832 or by visiting the Care for the Wild office at 72 Brighton Road, Horsham, during normal office hours.

They cost just £24.95, plus £2.50

postage if required.

Foster parents will receive a personalised adoption certificate in the name of the buyer or their mum, a picture of the elephant, a soft and cuddly elephant toy, information updates and regular newsletters.

The charity hopes to sell 100 adoptions for Mother’s Day, raising £2,500 towards food and upkeep for adopted elephant Chemi Chemi, who was found wandering alone at just eight months old.

For more details about the charity’s work and aims, call 01403 249832 or visit www.careforthewild.com

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The application can be viewed at the offices of: Horsham District Council at Park House, North Street, Horsham, RH12 1RL. Interested parties (e.g .people living in the vicinity)or responsible authorities(e.g. Police and Fire and Rescue) can make representations at any time between 21 February 2012 and 19 March 2012. All representations must be in writing (including e-mail or fax) to the Public Health and Licensing Department at Horsham District Council.

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Horsham Rugby Club will host the West Sussex Minis Festival on Sunday, March 11, two weeks before the club’s annual Minis Festival.

The club, which hosted the first West Sussex festival 17 years ago, is organising this year’s county-wide event in association with the Sussex RFU and with sponsorship from the Canadian Spa Co. The winners will take on the winners of the East Sussex festival, held at Crowborough on the same day, to determine the Sussex champions at Eastbourne on April 1.

Last year, Horsham U11 became West Sussex champions but were narrowly beaten by Brighton in the Sussex final.

More than 700 players, aged from six to 12, are expected to take part as the home club’s teams take on visitors from clubs across the county.

After the pool stage, all teams will progress to the championship semifinals or into the Bowl, Plate, Salver or Vase competitions, so everyone enjoys a full day of rugby.

The emphasis is on fun and a ‘fair play’ trophy will be awarded, but the U12 finishing position will determine which league the clubs enter as U13s next season.

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Attending Microbiz? Make sure you come and say hello For her March column, Dee Blick passes on advice on how to make the most of networking and exhibitions Nine years ago I attended the �irst ever Horsham Microbiz event at the Drill Hall. I can remember being hugely impressed with it - a small business paradise with great seminars, interesting exhibitors, good food and the opportunity to engage in a spot of networking - all wrapped up in a buzzing atmosphere.

As the years have elapsed I confess to having at§tended every Microbiz event. My relationship with Microbiz has changed over the years however.

I have progressed from being a visitor to a seminar speaker, exhibitor, and a sponsor and for the last three years, a heady combination of all three.

Microbiz is a fantastic, vibrant event that any small business owner will bene�it from attending. In the current economic climate especially small businesses have to be business and marketing savvy. Standing in the corner hoping that customers will beat a path to your door is to be avoided.

Networking with other businesses, identifying potential strategic partnerships, �inding good local suppliers and learning a thing or two from experts willing to share their advice at no charge is to be recommended.

At Microbiz you can do all of this free.

You only have to stump up for your refreshments.

If you do come to Microbiz this year, and are looking for some marketing inspiration, you may be interested in booking a place on one of my

marketing seminars. I am running two 45 minute marketing masterclasses sharing 10 top recession busting marketing tips, underpinned by real-life small-business case studies. My seminars are usually very well attended and �ill up quite quickly so please book your place beforehand to avoid being disappointed. And to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Microbiz, I will also be signing copies of The Ultimate Small Business Marketing Book for just £10 (the discounted price on Amazon) and my �irst book Powerful Marketing on a Shoestring Budget for just £10 too. Hop onto Amazon and read the reviews.

If you are planning on visiting Microbiz this year, here are 4 tips to help you gain the maximum bene�it from attending.

Allow at least a couple of hours so you can browse the exhibitors engage in a spot of networking and attend one or more of the free seminars. In all likelihood you will be there for several hours. It really is that enjoyable.

If you are looking for new suppliers, make sure that you spend time with the exhibitors that �loat your boat. Ask each one to expand on the bene�its they can offer you, the customers they attract and whether they have any special 10th anniversary Microbiz offers. (If you don’t ask you won’t get!)

Take a pad and pen to any seminars you attend. You don’t want to miss out on some great advice and, whilst you’re at it write down your burning

questions beforehand. If you are not able to ask them at the seminar try and catch up with the speaker afterwards.

I often end up having coffee and a chat with several members of the audience.

Don’t pitch your services to the exhibitors. There’s a time and a place and trying to sell to a business that has paid to exhibit is unlikely to go down well. Much better instead to ask if you can arrange to catch up after the event.

If you are planning on coming to Microbiz this year do come and say hello to me won’t you especially if you’re a reader of my monthly Resident column. The doors open at 10 AM and close at 4 PM and the venue remains unchanged - the Drill Hall, Denne Road. The date: Saturday 10th March.

Entry is free.

If you want to book on one of my seminars (I am running one in the morning and one in the afternoon) or any of the others go to www.horshammicrobiz.co.uk but do not delay. Places are �illing fast. See you there!

Chartered Marketer and CIM Fellow Dee Blick is one of the UK’s best selling small business authors. The Ultimate Small Business Marketing Book reached number 1 on Amazon UK within 48 hours of its launch, entering Amazon’s top 150 books across all genres within four weeks. There are currently 43 out of 43 �ive star reviews on Amazon. Dee has 28 years’ marketing experience and writes for Royal Mail and BT.

Award recognition for ‘exemplary’ care home staff

A member of staff at a Horshambased care home has been rewarded for her work as a care worker.

Glenda Simpson was the runner up in the Carer category of the annual Shaw Healthcare South East Regional Star Awards, organised by the Shaw Healthcare group.

Martin Prince, regional director for Shaw Healthcare said: “Glenda has made a signi�icant impact to one particular family, who view her care of their loved one as exemplary.

“They particularly commend the thoughtfulness and understanding she shows, as well as her friendly and

con�ident manner. In their words, it is obvious to them that she sees her role as a vocation, rather than just a job.”

The annual Shaw Healthcare South East Regional Star Awards take place at Shaw’s care home and regional of�ice, Mill River Lodge in Horsham.

Residents, relatives, visitors and staff attend in recognition of their special contributions towards the care they provide. A peer group panel selects the top �ive individuals in each category where their achievements are recognised and honoured.

Staff members were nominated in seven categories and each of 12 West Sussex care homes that are run

by Shaw received a nomination in at least one category.

Huma Bhatti, a care supporter and Anita Bell, a chef, also received nominations in their categories for their hard work at the care home and area manager of several Shaw homes including Mill River Lodge, Graham Clark, took the coveted title of Winner in the West Sussex Regional Recognition Award.

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The goal, according to Gina Fretter of Curves of Horsham is for the community to come together to help people in need. “At the core of our business is the message that women are stronger when they rally together, and that is the point we hope to bring home with our food drive,” said Gina Fretter.

“We want to show our community just how powerful the generosity of our members can be.”

According to Gina, members who donate a bag of groceries or make a donation during the month of April will receive a gift.

Non-members who do likewise between March 1 and 18 can join Curves for free. Curves will waive the cost to join, a savings of £149.

Each year, Curves clubs collectively donate millions of pounds of food to feed the hungry.

Over the past five years, a total of nearly 54 million kilograms of food

has been collected and distributed to local communities all over the world through the Curves Food Drive. Last year, Curves of Horsham donated in excess of 300kg.

“We hope women in the Horsham area will come together and participate in this initiative,” added Gina.

“Even if you’re not thinking about joining a gym, you can still drop off your donations. There are so many people here in our own community who need our help right now.”

want to show ‘ourWecommunity just how powerful the generosity of our members can be

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For more information about Curves of Horsham, located in Gladstone Road, and the Curves Food Drive, contact Gina or Kiley on 01403 274584 or email horshamcurves@ btconnect.com

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Anniversary concert held for Act Too Horsham and Haywards Heath based theatre company, Act Too, is celebrating its 20th anniversary.

To mark the occasion, once again the group will provide talented amateur performers with the opportunity to star in its productions.

They have announced a line up of shows and events for the coming year.

Those include a brand new performance choir for adults called Choralize, which will meet weekly in Haywards Heath and Horsham. There will also be a junior version for the younger members.

The group will also produce an amateur youth production of Cats for those up to age 21. For the adults there will be the 70’s musical Boogie Nights, featuring all the hits from that

decade including: Celebration, Play That Funky Music, Lady Marmalade, Blame it on the Boogie and a whole host of other favourites. Boogie Nights will hit the main hall at the Hawth Theatre, Crawley in September.

The company also staged a celebratory concert featuring eleven performers from their academies and adult talent groups, which was attended by over 100 people.

Group leader, Lance Milton, said: “We were delighted with the huge support and interest that still surrounds Act Too after 20 years. Everyone I spoke to seemed to have the best night and they were certainly all up dancing at the end!”

For more information or to join them visit www.acttoo.co.uk

at major festivals across the UK and with internationally-acclaimed musicians. Recent reviews for concerts and recordings include five stars in The Times and The Independent.

Nicola Benedetti won the Classical Brit Award for Young British Classic Performer in 2008 and has gone on to perform around the globe with some of the world’s best known orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, London Philharmonic Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic.

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Gig Guide Gigs are sometimes cancelled or changed at short notice.

To avoid disappointment please contact the venue.

Friday 2nd March The Tony Stone Band at The Malt Shovel, Horsham Steve Winchester at The Tanners Arms, Horsham

Chris Andre at The Shelley Arms, Broadbridge Heath, Horsham

Speedboatz with James Mitchell & Broken Star at Steyning Live Lounge, Steyning Football Club

World-class violinist’s ‘innovative’ show Armonico Consort, an innovative and imaginative music and light show is coming to The Hawth for the final concert celebrating its 10th anniversary.

On Sunday, April 1 they will perform with one of the world’s greatest violinists Nicola Benedetti, who performs Scarlatti’s Cantata Su Le Sponde, Bach’s Cantata No.51 Jauchzet Gott and Vivaldi’s Nulla in Pax, Violin Concerto RV208 and Vedro con mio diletto.

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Sunday 4th March Acoustic Open Mic With Calvin & Hobbes at The Shelley Arms, Broadbridge Heath, Horsham

Also appearing will be the renowned trumpet virtuoso, Crispian Steele-Perkins and distinguished soprano Eloise Irving.

Tickets are £20 and available from The Hawth Box Office on 01293 553636 or online at www.hawth. co.uk.

Prior to the concert, at 2pm, there will be a Pre-Concert Talk with broadcaster and music writer Terry Barfoot on Scarlatti and Bach’s Cantatas, illustrated by slides and recorded music.

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Saturday 3rd March Chinchilla Zilla at The Malt Shovel, Horsham

Tuesday 6th March Horsham’s First Brazilian Percussion Group (Samba Band) at Horsham Youth Club, Hurst Road, Horsham - Free And All Welcome!

Open Mic Night with Dave Toye & Friends at The Coach House, Cowfold

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Acoustic Jam Night at The Frog & Nightgown, Wimland Road, Faygate

The Alice Band at The Star, 130 High Street, Steyning Saturday 10th March Driftwood at The Malt Shovel, Horsham

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Brass and wind players wanted Do you play a band instrument?

Or maybe you did, and taking it up again is on your ‘to do’ list?

If you answered ‘yes’ to either of the above, then the Slinfold Concert Band would like to hear from you.

The band was founded in 1978 by a few musical enthusiasts in Slinfold, who wanted to re-create the idea of a small village band.

34 years later the band has grown in both reputation and size, and now numbers around 50 players.

If you play the trumpet, french or tenor horn or baritone sax (pictured with Robert Gardner, Jo Leathers and Polly Hobbs), or bassoon, think about how much fun you could have being a member of the ensemble.

The band will even lend you a trumpet or french horn if necessary.

They would also welcome a percussion kit player who reads music.

As a rule of thumb, players of around grade 5 can cope with most of the music, but in the past the band has welcomed less experienced players, both old and young, whose playing has progressed within the band.

Band meetings are held on a Tuesday evening at 7.30pm in Slinfold village hall. You are welcome to go along for an evening just to listen or, for more information, visit www. slinfoldconcertband.org or call Polly Hobbs for a chat on 01403 270198.

An Oscars red carpet round up Fashion Editor Sophia Moir reveals her style favourites from the 84th Academy Awards.

Angelina Jolie Ms. Jolie looked like an absolute bombshell in her Atelier Versace gown and she was rumoured to be wearing $2.5 million worth of Neil Lane jewels. The actress was there to

present the award for Best Adapted Screenplay and to support her husband Brad, who was nominated for Best Actor. I love her milky complexion teamed with those statement red lips.

Emma Stone Emma, whose film The Help was nominated for Best Picture, looked absolutely stunning on the red carpet.

I love how she kept her hair in a neat up do, to draw attention to the ruffled bow detail of her red Giambattista Valli Haute Couture gown.

She teamed it with a bejewelled gold Louis Vuitton clutch, which complemented her look perfectly.

Kristen Wiig I believe the actress, who cowrote Bridesmaids (nominated for Best Original Screenplay!) made a daring fashion choice on the red carpet by wearing a nude gown.

They can often look bland and uninteresting at the Oscars, but she’s made this J. Mendel dress stand out from the crowd by teaming it with glossy brown locks and statement black nails.

Judy Greer The Descendants actress certainly stood out in her Monique Lhuillier

optical illusion dress (a massive trend this season!), teamed with a metallic Judith Leiber clutch.

I love how she took a fashion risk on the red carpet, where strapless dresses are standard attire! Good on you girl.

Jennifer Lopez J-Lo looked stunning in her

silver striped Zuhair Murad gown.

Not afraid to show both her cleavage and bare shoulders, she looked a million dollars. The American Idol judge presented the award for Best Costume Design and Make-up, along with the gorgeous Cameron Diaz. Ms Lopez later wowed at the Vanity Fair after party as well!

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New event could help you find love - fast It’s about time Speed Dating came to Horsham.

And now, two friends have decided to arrange an event in the town that is fun, relaxed and could help you meet ‘the one’.

Caroline and Jo, who live in the area, realised there was little in the way of speed dating events around here, especially ones that were fun and not overwhelming. The result?

They started their own!

The pals now jointly run 21st Century Dater, a company that

organises the events for single people, and when it comes to looking for love – they’re pros.

“We had been to speed dating events before, so we knew exactly how to make them relaxed, friendly and welcoming, not awkward”, Caroline said.

“I want people to come to our events and feel reassured that they will have a nice evening. And I’d like to think we know how to organise something people will enjoy. We’ve been in their shoes.”

Caroline added: “There just didn’t seem to be a nice way to meet new people around here and actually get to know them.

“This way, guests can have a drink and a chat and there’s a break in the middle for people to talk more. It will be a great evening.”

The first of 21st Century Dater speed dating events will take place at the Anchor Hotel on March 15 at 7.30pm. Ages 24 to 38 welcome. For more information, visit www.21stcenturydater.co.uk

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Open Public Demonstration and Treatments Day Introducing

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Saturday March 10th 2012 10.30 – 17.00 Quaker Meeting House, Worthing Road RH12 1SL

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Physiospect is a Biofeedback Diagnostics and Treatment System that uses frequencies to diagnose and treat many illnesses, viruses, bacterias and allergies.

The Physiospect is non invasive and gives instant results.

Frank and Janni Jensen will be giving a demonstration and there will be an opportunity to have a scan and experience this technology for yourself. Also present will be Dianne Walters who has trained to be a Therapist in the UK.

WE PARTICULARLY INVITE ALL COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIST AND HOLISTIC HEALERS

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Join us on SCIENCE MUSEUM LIVE Monday 12 & Tuesday 13 March Mon 1.30pm & 7pm, Tue 1.30pm Experience spectacular science, dangerous demonstrations and extraordinary experiments as the Science Museum takes to the stage with a fantastic live show to blow your mind and challenge your brain.

For ages 7+.

FOREVER IN BLUES JEANS Friday 16 March 8pm Blue Jeans celebrate 50 years of Motown Magic which takes in hits from The Four Tops, The Jackson 5, Diana Ross and a host of other Motown favourites. The Carpenters, Showaddywaddy and Abba bring us into the 70’s.

MEN ARE FROM MARS, WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS Saturday 17 March 8pm One thing is certain, men and women live on two different planets. Everyone has been confronted with, or irritated by incomprehensible behaviour on the part of the opposite sex. Why is this?

The answer lies in this witty one man show based on John Gray’s educational best-selling book.

CELTIC DREAM Sunday 18 March 7.30pm Embodying the true spirit of the Emerald Isle, this production is a breathtaking myriad of brilliant choreography, phenomenal vocals, astounding musicianship and glittering costumes. The ultimate Irish experience.

JIM DAVIDSON THE LEGEND! Thursday 22 March 8pm A hysterical evening of near knuckle stand-up comedy featuring one of Britain’s greatest ever comedians. Live, dangerous and as uncompromising as ever!

4 POOFS AND A PIANO Friday 23 March 8pm Having filmed 16 series as the house band on BBC’s ‘Friday Night with Jonathan Ross’ 4 Poofs and their piano are making a welcome return to stage with a brand new show titled Back in Business containing their popular brand of irreverent humour together with lush harmonies.

Box Office 01403 750220 www.thecapitolhorsham.com COUNT ARTHUR STRONG’S ‘COMMAND PERFORMANCE’ Thursday 5 April 8pm This showbiz legend and raconteur, returns to the stage to remind us just what we’ve been missing since his heyday at the very top of the entertainment business…

SWAN LAKE Thursday 12 April 2.30pm & 7.30pm Vienna Festival Ballet perform one of the best known love stories lavish costumes, stunning scenery, international stars and the glorious music from Tchaikovsky in a night not to be missed.

THE RAT PACK IS BACK Saturday 14 April 7.30pm Britain’s longest running tribute to Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jnr. The Rat Pack are backed by the fabulous Don Hunt Swing Band.

BILL ODDIE UN-PLUCKED Tuesday 24 April 7.30pm Behind the scenes with TV’s favourite wildlife man & his producer Stephen Moss. These life long birders share memories and stories from 15 years of some of the most popular natural history series ever made.

CINEMA Friday 2 - Thursday 8 March THE BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL (12A) Digital Daily (Not Thu) 5pm & 7.30pm Thu 4.30pm & 8pm Plus 2pm Fri, Sat, Mon - Thu

THIS MEANS WAR (12A) Digital Daily 5.30pm & 8pm (Not Thu)

THE ARTIST (PG) Digital Daily 2.30pm

Family Film Fun ANIMALS UNITED (U) Sat 10.30am All Seats £2

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Jim Davidson – Live, dangerous and uncompromising as ever

Jim Davidson is firmly established as one of Britain’s top stand-up comedians and he is well known to TV viewers as host of BBC TV game shows Generation Game and Big Break.

He received an OBE for his services to charity and has three coveted Showbusiness Personality of The Year Awards from the Variety Club of Great Britain - The Grand Order of Water Rats and Comic Heritage.

Since emerging from television’s New Faces he has topped theatre bills in London’s West End and at major venues all over the country. He has starred in and hosted several prime time TV shows including BBC TV’s Big Break and The Generation Game

as well as headlining record-breaking summer seasons and pantomimes, and playing highly successful concert tours with his adult show.

His theatre production credits include hit West End shows Buddy and Great Balls of Fire and major family pantomimes throughout the UK. He has also starred with John Malkovich in the film Colour Me Kubrick, which made its international premiere at the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival, New York where Jim’s performance was highly praised by film critics.

He regularly tours the UK with his record-breaking adult stand-up shows and he recently completed a hugely successful debut tour in Australia.

Jim recently wrote and starred in his debut play Stand Up And Be Counted – an unflinching, no holdsbarred comedy about the meeting of two opposite ends of the comedy spectrum colliding at a charity fundraising event.

The play was critically acclaimed and the subject of a large amount of national and regional media coverage. Jim is currently in talks with West End producers with a view to transferring the play to the London stage at a future date. In the meantime, he has just completed his first novel, Joined At The Hip. See Jim Davidson live on stage at The Capitol on Thursday, March 22 at 8pm

Fun and fabulous - ‘Wossy’s’ four poofs come to town

After four sell out shows at the Edinburgh Festival and direct from their 60 date UK tour ‘More hairdresser than barbershop’, 4 Poofs and a Piano - Ian Parkin, Stephen De Martin, David Roper and David Wickenden are embarking on a UK tour with a brand new show.

Business as Usual is presented by Samuel Joseph, and is billed as another helping of frisky footwork and musical madness.

In the show, the boys return with their popular brand of irreverent humour combined with a few harmonies. According to producers it’s ‘fun, outrageous and rarely in the best possible taste.’

4 Poofs and a Piano became famous as the house band on BAFTA and comedy award winning Friday Night with Jonathan Ross, which ran on BBC1 from October 2001 to July 2010. During that time, David, Ian, Dave and Stephen became infamous for singing witty verses to A list celebrities both here and abroad.

4 Poofs and their piano have introduced guests ranging from Meryl Streep, Lionel Richie and Tom Jones to Will Young, Tom Hanks and John Travolta. They sang with Neil

Diamond on ITV’s ‘An Audience With Neil Diamond’ and also with Jimmy Osmond on Richard and Judy’s New Position.

In Dec 2005 they released their first CD, Screaming Party Anthems, with Virgin EMI and make regular appearances at Glastonbury.

During the JR series they also enjoyed enormous success in their own right, touring with Joan Collins, performing three sell out Edinburgh runs and headlining the cabaret tent at Glastonbury.

Since leaving Jonathan Ross last year, the boys enjoyed a stint on ITV’s new breakfast show Daybreak and continued to win audiences across the country with their Edinburgh sell out show Smoke & Mirrorballs.

They have also continued to be a success on the corporate cabaret market both here and abroad. They recently received rave reviews at Sadlers Wells as part of the Dancing With Children charity Gala 2011, in which they spoofed Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake to a rapturous response.

See them at The Capitol in Horsham on Friday, March 23 at 8pm. Visit www.thecapitolhorsham.com or call 01403 750220 to book.

Showing on the big screen This Means War

The Artist

The emphasis is on the ‘com’ in this rom com, starring Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine and Brit Tom Hardy. Two best friends who happen to be highly skilled secret agents fall for the same girl. Which can only mean one thing… war. Don’t miss the review in The Resident next week.

Oscar winner! A 1920s Hollywood inspired movie. A silent movie star is threatened by the introduction of talking pictures and meets a young dancer who is destined for stardom. A big Oscar contender this year.

A group of animals waiting for the annual flood they rely on for food and water discover that humans have built a dam for a leisure resort! Showing on Sat only at 10.30am.

All seats £2.

A lesson that life and love can begin at any stage in life if you learn to let go of the past. The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel stars Judy Dench and Slumdog Millionnaire’s Dev Patel.

Animals United (U)

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel

For more information or to book tickets visit www.thecapitolhorsham.com or call The Box Office on 01403 750220

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Events 3rd March

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Fairtrade Bike Ride

Karaoke Night

Saturday 10th March - 8pm Start

British Legion Coffee & Antiques Valuation Morning

Saturday 14th April - 10am Start Celebrity Guest - £1 per item valuation

Horsham Skeptics in the Pub

5th March

Southwater Local History Group

A bike ride suitable for beginners is being arranged in Horsham to promote Fairtrade and cycling. Lead by experienced event leaders. Starts and ends at Esquires Coffee House, The Forum. Meet at 10.45am for an 11am start. Return at 12.30pm for refreshments.

See www.horshamandcrawleyctc.org.uk

A talk by Deborah Hyde, Managing Editor of The Skeptic Magazine. The talk will explore explore how werewolves were used during the Great Witch Hunt of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. 8pm at The Tanners Arms, Horsham. £2 per person to cover speaker expenses. For more info see www.horsham.skepticsinthepub.org

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A Horsham & District Horticultural Society presentation by Sue Taunton commencing at 7.30pm at Brighton Road Baptist Church, Horsham. All are welcome. Members free, guests and non-members £1 entry or join on the night for £5. For more info see www. horshamhorticulturalsociety.co.uk

An illustrated talk about the ‘Bluebell Railway’, it’s creation, development and future, by Bill Barwell. 7pm at Horsham Library. Refreshments available, Tickets from Horsham Library Help desk - £2.00

RSPB Pulborough Brooks nature reserve’s regular gentle ramble is an ideal introduction to the reserve and its varied habitats and wildlife. An informal nature walk, taking in the seasonal delights on the brooks or the heathland trail. 10am–12pm. Every Thursday.

Costs £4 per person (£2 for RSPB members).

8th March

Farmer’s and Village Market

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Beyond Reasonable Doubt

9th March

9-12.30pm at Wisborough Green Village Hall. A special occassion 10th anniversary market, with a cake and a toast at 11am, to all past and present stallholders and committee members. Also usual spread of stalls of local produce, crafts and jewellery.

Storrington Dramatic Society present Beyond Reasonable Doubt, a play by Jeffrey Archer.

Accused of the wilful murder of his terminally ill wife, Sir David Metcalf finds himself locked in legal combat with his old rival. At Sullington Parish Hall. For more information and tickets see www.storringtondramatics.co.uk

Band Night with progressive rock band Epsilon at The Holbrook Club, North Heath Lane, Horsham. Doors open 8.30pm until 11pm. Bar open until 11pm, Restaurant until 9pm. Members FREE, NonMembers £3.

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14th March

Decorative Fine Arts Lecture

14th March

Quiz night at Storrington and District Museum, with Quizmaster Stephen Turrell.

Come along at 7.00pm for 7.30pm start.

Tickets are £9 including supper. To book call the Programme Secretary on 01903 745756.

Horsham Decorative & Fine Arts Society will be celebrating their 40th Anniversary with an appropriate lecture titled Wine Related Antiques. The speaker will be John Ericson. At The Capitol, Horsham.

Lecture begins at 10.45am. Visitors are always welcome. Admission £5.

Transition Horsham host a social drop in at Ye Old Stout House in the Carfax, Horsham at 8pm. A chat about sustainable living, skills share, green reading group, a community energy project and growing veg to eat. For more information see www. transitionhorsham.org.uk

Growing And Cooking With Herbs

All welcome

5th March

Bluebell Railway Talk

‘Rudyard Kipling: His Life and Verse’ will be presented by Geoff Hutchinson at Southwater Local History Group at 7.30pm. Non-members welcome, just turn up with £3 at Beeson House, Lintot Square, Southwater.

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Speed dating at the Anchor Hotel, Market Square, Horsham for single people aged 24-38. Starts at 7.30pm, £19.95 per person. Exclusive use of the upstairs bar.

Places limited so book now to secure your place. Call 07918022948 to book or see www.21stcenturydater.co.uk for more info.

Billingshurst Macmillan Support Group are holding a �ilm night at 7.30pm at The Village Hall, Billingshurst. Tickets available from Mansell McTaggart or on the door. The �ilm for March will be War Horse.

Table top and car boot sale from 10.30am1pm. Stalls, refreshments and more. Car boot sale is subject to weather. At The Salvation Army, Booth Way, Horsham, RH13 5PZ

18th March Charity Abseil

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A 110 feet abseiling event will take place from the top of the So�itel Hotel, Gatwick North Terminal in aid of The Dame Vera Lynn Trust For Children With Cerebral Palsy. A £25 deposit is required and a further sponsorship of £75 is required for entry. Please contact Rosie Wyer on 01403 780444 or rosie.wyer@dvltrust.org.uk

Regular stand up comedy at The Capitol.

Each month compere Kevin Precious introduces three top acts from the London circuit. This month, Alan Francis and Ian Cognito, with the third act TBC. Starts at 7.30pm. Tickets £10, to book call 01403 750220 or www.thecapitolhorsham.com

David Rovics at The Anchor Hotel, Market Square, Horsham, as part of his 2012 European tour. £3 entry, doors open 19.30.

With support from The Tandem.

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Featuring JD Mr Soul Machine (supported Alexander O’Neil, The Temptations, Beverly Knight, Tavares) complete with disco.

Doors open 7.30pm until 11.30pm. Bar open until 11.30pm and restaurant until 9pm. Members £5 / Non-Members £7.

Call club to book tickets on 01403 751150

Mary How Trust’s popular Quiz Night at Fittleworth Village Hall. Tickets cost £12 per person and include a �ish supper.

(Vegetarian option available). Teams of 4. Doors open at 7pm, and the quiz starts at 7.30pm. Licensed bar, raf�le, and team prizes. For tickets call 01798 877641.

Band Night at The Holbrook Club, Horsham featuring Bad Boy Boogie.

Doors open 7pm, bar open until 11.30pm Members £1 / Non Members £6.

Call Club to book tickets on 01403 751150

Speed Dating

Motown Magic

Charity Film Night

Barnstormers Comedy

Mary How Trust Quiz Night

Has previously supported Alexander O’Neil, The Temptations, Beverley Knight & Tavares.

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Motown performance from JD “Mr Soul Machine” Motown disco & dancing throughout!

FRIDAY 23RD MARCH 27th March 31st March 7:30 PM -Jumble 11:30 PMSale Storrington Old School Reunion Members £5 • Non-Members £7 • Booking Recommended

www.theholbrookclub.co.uk office@theholbrookclub.co.uk 01403 751150

The Old School in Storrington is holding a reunion get-together from 2.30–5.50pm.

Tea and cake available. Come alone, or bring a friend. Bring your old school reports, photos or memorabilia to help build up a history to develop an exhibition. See www. storringtonmuseum.org for more info.

Jumble sale in Colgate Village Hall starting at 1.00pm. Refreshments available.

Admission 50p. All proceeds in aid of the Village Hall maintenance fund.

Table Top & Car Boot Sale

David Rovics at The Anchor Hotel

Band Night at The Holbrook Club

31st March

Haydn’s ‘Creation’

Billingshurst Choral Society with the Sinfonia of Arun and soloists will be performing Haydn’s ‘Creation’. At Billingshurst Leisure Centre, 7.30pm. Tickets cost £12, students £6. For more details and tickets call 01403 741576 or email tickets@ billingshurstchoralsociety.org

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THE NORFOLK ARMS Rock and Roll

Live music this Saturday night (3rd March)

Friday night fish & chip night

Norfolk Burger challenge Eat the whole 20oz burger and get a free pint or small glass of wine

Meat raffle every Sunday

Monday to Thursday Lunch special Club sandwich Various delicious fillings and a drink £6.50

Traditional Sunday Roasts Free wifi

Wednesday Night Curry bookings only

10% off for OAPs (standard menu only)

All day breakfasts

Mother’s Day menu now available Crawley Road, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 4NB Call Keith and Tina on 01403 750676

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Stop Smoking Courses

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Wickhurst Lane, Broadbridge Heath

Station Road, Billingshurst

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First class, contemporary equestrian property

Little Farm at Loxwood is close to the Surrey/West Sussex border.

It is situated at the end of a private drive, approached through its own attractive area of parkland.

Despite its rural location it is conveniently located in the village of Loxwood which provides a range of local shops, including Post Of�ice, village hall, highly regarded school, church and pub.

A particular attraction of the village is the partially restored Wey and Arun Canal and there are many walks and rides in the surrounding countryside. Guildford lies about 12 miles

furniture, along with double glazed, mainly leaded light style windows.

The reception hall is vaulted with a stone �loor, exposed brick walling and galleried landing over with an attractive oak staircase.

Other accommodation includes a cloakroom, superb triple aspect drawing room with oak �looring, oak ceiling beams, feature �ireplace with brick surround and log burner.

There is a Dining room with attractive bay window and oak �looring, impressive Kitchen/Breakfast room with stone �loor, some exposed wall brickwork and ceiling beams, slate

to the north west, Horsham about 11 miles to the east and a mainline train service to London (Victoria) at Billingshurst, about 6 miles away.

Little Farm is an exceptional detached property built approximately 3½ years ago with brick plinth quoins and reveals with stone and tile hung elevations under a clay tiled hipped roof.

Particular features include generous ceiling heights, zoned and thermostatically controlled hot water under �loor heating to both �loors, radio controlled soft lighting, superb oak joinery and doors with wrought iron

Attractive cottage in village location Guy Leonard & Co at Pulborough are very pleased to be instructed to market this most attractive ‘Wells’ thatched cottage, situated in the sought after village of West Chiltington.

The property has been improved and sympathetically extended by the current owners and is now extremely well presented with spacious accommodation for contemporary living.

The good sized L shaped sitting room has an attractive open �ireplace and exposed beams, and the

dining room has a vaulted ceiling, wood burning stove and wood �looring.

The good size �itted kitchen/family room is a delightful feature of the property and leads out onto the rear terrace and garden.

A cloakroom, utility room and a study/bedroom 4 complete the downstairs accommodation.

Upstairs the principal bedroom has an ensuite bathroom, there is an ensuite shower room to bedroom two as well as a third bedroom and a separate WC.

The garden is exceptionally well screened by mature trees in a semi wooded setting and the good size grounds offer a heated swimming pool and an octagonal sun deck as well as a Summer House and Pool House.

This lovely property is quite delightful and we highly recommend an early viewing. The guide price is £670,000 for the freehold.

For further information, or an appointment to view, please contact Guy Leonard & Company on 01798 874033.

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work surfaces and extensive range of oak units incorporating Siemens integral double oven and Siemens touch control hob with light and extractor over and separate utility room.

On the �irst �loor there is a wide balustraded landing providing access to 4 bedrooms, 3 with en-suite facilities. There is also a fully tiled family bathroom.

Outside to the front is a wide gravelled parking sweep, beside which is a timber framed and clad open fronted traditional garage.

To the South of the house is an area of lawned garden.

The outbuildings and stables are situated on the North side of the house and comprise 6/7 stables with

ancillary buildings. The land to the front is an area interspersed with mature oaks providing a park like setting with attractive pond.

The main area of land is to the rear which comprises a home paddock incorporating a fully fenced sandschool approximately 40m x 20m with a rubberised surface, �ield shelter and a further paddock. In all the property extends to approximately 7.5 acres.

The guide price is £1.1 million.

Batcheller Monkhouse have been appointed as sole agents. Please telephone 01798 872081 or email sales@batchellermonkhouse.com for full colour illustrated particulars, or download them directly from www. batchellermonkhouse.com

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Shipley, West Sussex

Impressive family house with self-contained annexe Horsham 7.5 miles (London Victoria 55 minutes), Gatwick Airport 23 miles Situated in a lovely rural location within the parish of Shipley. 2 reception rooms, kitchen / breakfast room, cloakroom, 4 bedrooms, 2 bath / shower rooms. Annexe comprising: sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, 2 bedrooms, bathroom. Attractive mature landscaped gardens, small paddock approximately 0.6 acres. In all about 2 acres.

Guide price: ÂŁ925,000 knightfrank.co.uk/HOR110164

KnightFrank.co.uk/Horsham michael.sparks@knightfrank.com 01403 339180

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Nr Storrington, West Sussex Stunning recently converted barn

Horsham 13 miles (London Victoria 55 mins), Storrington 1 mile Having undergone a comprehensive conversion and finished to the highest of standards.

Vaulted open-plan reception room, snug, fitted kitchen/breakfast room, 3 bedrooms, en-suite bathroom, en-suite shower room, family bathroom, store room, generous vehicular parking, planning permission for double garage and store, hard surface tennis court, attractive gardens.

In all about 1 acre.

Guide price: ÂŁ860,000 knightfrank.co.uk/HOR110110

KnightFrank.co.uk/Horsham michael.sparks@knightfrank.com 01403 339180

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STANFORD ORCHARD, WARNHAM £97,500

A spacious 1 double bedroom first floor retirement apartment, designed for those over the age of 60, with an on-site manager, well tendered communal gardens and ample resident’s parking, situated in this popular village within 2 miles of Horsham. NO CHAIN.

NEWBRIDGE CLOSE, BROADBRIDGE HEATH £97,500

A purpose built ground floor studio apartment located at the rear of this small select block backing onto communal gardens. The apartment benefits from an allocated parking space, double glazed windows and night storage heathers.

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A good sized, 3 bedroom, mid-terraced family home with 47’ x 23’ east facing rear garden, situated in a cul-desac of similar sized houses, within the catchment area of Holbrook and North Heath primary schools and half a mile from Littlehaven station. NO CHAIN.

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A 2 bedroom semi-detached house built in 1990 by Galliford Sears Homes, with 42’ x 23’ corner plot garden, offering tremendous scope to extend if required, 2 allocated parking spaces and refitted kitchen/breakfast room with high gloss units. Ideal first time or investment buy.

BLACKBRIDGE LANE, HORSHAM £230,000

An immaculately presented, 2 double bedroom, top floor retirement apartment of 707 sq ft, designed for those aged over 60 with an on-site manager, built by McCarthy & Stone in 2004, situated in a convenient position within 0.8 miles of the town centre. NO CHAIN.

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A 2 double bedroom, semi-detached bungalow, built in the 1960s with 30’ x 30’ west facing rear garden and 23’9 double length garage, coming to the market for the first time in 40 years, situated in a cul-de-sac of only 10 properties. Requires updating throughout.

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A 3 bedroom end of terrace house with part tiled elevations, built by Gleeson Homes in 2005, with landscaped garden, parking, situated in a very quiet position within a short distance of country walks, Christs Hospital public school and railway station.

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A 3 bedroom, semi-detached house, built in the 1930s, updated and greatly improved by the current owners, with 137’ x 45’ east facing rear garden, situated in a semi-rural location. Comprising sitting room with fireplace, 21’10 x 18’2 kitchen/dining room and refitted family bathroom.

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PLUMTREE CROSS LANE, ITCHINGFIELD £429,000

An attractive 3 bedroom, 2 reception room, extended detached character lodge in a semi-rural location adjacent to open farmland, well maintained and greatly improved by the current owner, 93’ x 51’ south and west facing gardens, 22’ x 10’8 garage/workshop. NO CHAIN.

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A stunning 3 bedroom, 2 reception room semi-detached Victorian house of 1,002 sq ft, updated and improved by the current owners, with 53’ x 18’ rear garden, situated in a very convenient location within walking distance of railway station and town centre. VENDOR SUITED.

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A Grade II Listed 2 double bedroom, period cottage of 1,078 sq ft, built circa 1500s, coming to the market for the first time since 1960 and requiring modernisation throughout, but retaining a wealth of character with fine views over the green and farmland. NO CHAIN.

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A stunning 2 double bedroom, west facing top floor apartment of 669 sq ft with Juliet balcony and allocated parking, built by Rydon Homes in 2005, situated in a secure gated complex, within 0.8 miles of Horsham railway station. Ideal first time or investment buy.

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A selection of 3 double bedroom town houses, built in 2011

by Anbeck Homes, situated on the west side of Horsham, within close proximity of the town centre, Horsham park, railway station and excellent schools. 10 years NHBC guarantee and allocated parking. LAST TWO REMAINING.

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A 4 bedroom, 2 reception room, attached barn converted approximately 20 years ago, forming part of a select development, retaining a wealth of character including vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, double garage and 83’ garden, situated in a semi-rural location. NO CHAIN.

www.mansellmctaggart.co.uk horsham@mansellmctaggart.co.uk

VICARAGE CLOSE, COLGATE £499,950

A 4 double bedroom, 3 reception room, detached family home of 1,808 sq ft, with 77’ x 34’ south east facing rear garden, built in 2003 by David Wilson Homes, situated in a gated complex of only 14 similar sized houses, single garage. NO CHAIN.

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JUBILEE COURT, BILLINGSHURST £99,950

FARM CLOSE, BARNS GREEN £122,950

JUBILEE COURT, BILLINGSHURST £178,500

HIGH STREET, BILLINGSHURST £189,950

COOMBE HILL, BILLINGSHURST £199,950

MILL WAY, BILLINGSHURST £199,950

JUBILEE ROAD, RUDGWICK £219,950

NIGHTINGALE WALK, BILLINGSHURST £359,950

THE RIDE, IFOLD £399,950

A modern 1-bedroom ground floor apartment for the over 55’s situated on a manager-assisted development within easy reach of the High Street. Inner hall, lounge, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, re-fitted shower room, communal gardens and parking.

On a small development of only 4 new homes situated immediately off the High Street, an individually-designed 3-bedroom semi-detached house. Entrance hall, lounge/ dining room/fitted kitchen, cloakroom, bathroom, nearby permit parking.

A McCarthy and Stone first floor apartment for those aged 60 years built about 10 years ago in the centre of the village close to all amenities. Entrance hall, lounge/dining room, kitchen, double bedroom, communal gardens, residents’ parking.

A 3-bedroom mid-terrace property built in the 1940’s situated close to the village centre. Entrance hall, sitting room, recently re-fitted kitchen and bathroom, conservatory, parking for two cars, landscaped rear garden with large terrace.

A well-appointed 2-bedroom ground floor apartment in a warden-assisted block close to all village amenities.

Entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom, communal gardens and residents’ parking area.

A modernised semi-detached property within easy walking distance of the High Street built in the 1950’s. 2 bedrooms, bathroom, sitting room, dining room, kitchen, central heating and double glazing, hard-standing for 3 vehicles, 75’ west-facing rear garden.

Located in the village centre, a 2-bedroom first floor apartment in a retirement development with lift to all floors.

Entrance hall, lounge/dining room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, shower room, residents’ parking, communal gardens.

A 2-bedroom mid-terrace property in immaculate decorative order throughout with accommodation comprising guest cloakroom, large open-plan living room/ kitchen, bathroom, gas central heating, lovely private garden and allocated parking.

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A semi-detached 3-bedroom property built in the 1960’s set in a no-through road. Entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, fitted kitchen, lobby, cloakroom, 3 bedrooms, recently re-fitted bathroom, wood flooring to ground floor, parking for 2 cars, front and rear gardens.

MORRIS DRIVE, BILLINGSHURST £309,950

A well-presented semi-detached Georgian-style property situated on the popular Penfold Grange development.

3 bedrooms (en-suite to master), cloakroom, family bathroom, lounge, kitchen/dining room, utility room, single garage, rear and side gardens.

A 3-bedroom detached bungalow re-decorated throughout situated in a quiet location at the end of a residential culde-sac. L-shaped entrance hall, lounge/dining room, newly-fitted kitchen and bathroom, double garage, southfacing rear garden

A detached bungalow built in the 1930’s with ample scope for further modernisation (STPP) set on a mature plot of about a third of an acre. Central hall, 3 bedrooms, bathroom, lounge, kitchen/breakfast room, garden room, boarded loft space, large single garage, mature gardens.

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EASTON CRESCENT, BILLINGSHURST OIEO £400,000

A 4/5 bedroom detached house with extended accommodation situated at the end of a small cul-de-sac.

Lounge, dining room, family room, conservatory, kitchen/ breakfast room, cloakroom, bedroom 5/office, en-suite, bathroom, double garage, gardens.

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CRANHAM AVENUE, BILLINGSHURST £430,000

An executive-style detached property built approx. 13 years ago. 4 bedrooms (master with en-suite), family bathroom, cloakroom, sitting room, dining/family room, study, kitchen/ breakfast room, conservatory, family bathroom, detached double garage, front and east-facing rear garden.

GUILDFORD ROAD, LOXWOOD £650,000

A detached 4-bedroom house currently under construction close to the village centre. Cloakroom, master with ensuite bathroom, guest bedroom with en-suite, 2 further bedrooms, family bathroom, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/ breakfast room, part integral garage, gardens to 3 sides

www.mansellmctaggart.co.uk billingshurst@mansellmctaggart.co.uk

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THE DRIVE, IFOLD £765,000

A substantial single storey residence with extensive garaging and workshops. Sitting room, dining room, large conservatory, kitchen, 4 bedrooms, en-suite with Jacuzzistyle shower unit, family bathroom, roof terrace and patio, mature garden and grounds of 1.25 acres.

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ARUN PROSPECT, PULBOROUGH £169,950

OLD MILL DRIVE, STORRINGTON £259,950

CONCORDE CLOSE, STORRINGTON £269,950

THOMPSON ROAD, MIDDLETON-ON-SEA £280,000

HARWOOD CLOSE, PULBOROUGH £289,950

BRAMBER AVENUE, STORRINGTON £309,950

HALF MOON LANE, SALVINGTON £359,950

BREWERS YARD, STORRINGTON £399,999

OLD LONDON ROAD, COLDWALTHAM £399,999

TRIPP HILL, FITTLEWORTH £409,000

CRICKETERS CLOSE, ASHINGTON OIEO £425,000

OAK END, WEST CHILTINGTON £459,950

FOX DELL, STORRINGTON £459,950

ARUN VALE, COLDWALTHAM £500,000

CHURCH CLOSE, ASHINGTON £515,000

GOOSE GREEN, NR PULBOROUGH Price guide £765,000

A purpose built first floor apartment with stunning views across the River Arun towards the South Downs. Sitting room with balcony, kitchen, 2 double bedrooms, bathroom, communal gardens, carport.

Detached family home built approx 3 years ago on the fringe of the village. 3 bedrooms (1 en-suite), sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, family bathroom, rear garden and garage.

Older style detached bungalow in semi-rural location with flexible accommodation in approx 1/3 of an acre.

3 bedrooms, good sized sitting/dining room, kitchen, bathroom, garden, various outbuildings, ample parking.

A detached house at the end of select cul-de-sac. 4 double bedrooms (1 with en-suite), sitting room, dining room, study, kitchen, cloakroom, family shower room, double garage, east facing garden.

STORRINGTON OFFICE

A spacious end terrace town house conveniently located within a stone’s throw of the High Street. 3 double bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen, large bathroom, garage, patio style front garden, east facing rear garden.

A detached modern bungalow in need of modernisation and improvement pleasantly located at the end of a cul-dedac on the popular Hormare development. 3 bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen/dining room, bathroom, garage, mature garden.

Situated within the South Downs National Park with far reaching views. 4 beds (1 en-suite), 2 receptions, conservatory, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, cloakroom, family bathroom, parking,100ft rear garden.

A superb detached bungalow built in 1946 with panoramic views in plot of approx 0.42 on an acre adjoining fields.

3 double bedrooms, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, wet room, 2 reception rooms, conservatory, double garage.

A well-presented modern detached family home with Gardens bordered by farmland. 3 bedrooms, sitting/dining room, kitchen, conservatory, cloakroom, family bathroom, garage and driveway, 75ft garden.

A detached bungalow in popular location. 3 bedrooms (1 en-suite), sitting room, conservatory, k/breakfast room, , bath/shower room, garage, west facing rear garden enjoying a good degree of seclusion.

A modern detached house affording versatile accommodation. 5 bedrooms (2 with en-suite), 2 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, cloakroom, 2 garages, additional parking, south facing rear garden.

A detached family home built in 2000 by Rydon Homes in a sought after close. 4 bedrooms (master en-suite), sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, cloakroom, conservatory, double garage, west facing rear garden.

www.mansellmctaggart.co.uk storrington@mansellmctaggart.co.uk

A second floor apartment with panoramic views in a gated development on the sea front built in1999. 2 double bedrooms (1 en-suite), sitting room with balcony, kitchen, bathroom, communal gardens, garage.

A period semi-detached cottage in a little known backwater conveniently located just off the High Street. Sitting room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms (1 with en-suite W.C.), bathroom, garage, east facing gardens.

Detached house with stunning views in westerly facing plot of approx 0.25 of an acre. 2 receptions, kitchen/breakfast room, playroom, utility room, 5 beds (1 en-suite), 2 baths, cloakroom, 2 garages, parking.

Detached single storey equestrian property in approx.

2.4 acres. 4 bedrooms (1 en-suite), 4 receps, kitchen/ breakfast room, utility, bathroom, shower room, double garage, stabling, paddock, outbuildings.

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cowfold £379,950 An attractive and well designed three bedroom family home set in a private courtyard development, constructed by Berkley Homes, in a wonderful location with views over farmland and excellent accommodation including an en-suite dressing room and shower room to the master bedroom and two conservatories.

Horsham 01403 248222

cowfold £299,995 Quietly located within a few minutes’ walk of the village centre and all the amenities, a detached family home with en-suite shower room, kitchen/ breakfast room and a south westerly facing enclosed rear garden.

Horsham 01403 248222

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If you are a tenant, a landlord, or are planning to soon become either, this event is for you. We will have a solicitor, accountant, a mortgage advisor and members of our lettings and sales teams on hand to answer all your questions and offer advice completely FREE and with NO OBLIGATION.

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£279,950

HORSHAM

£215,000

SOUTHWATER

£349,000

An extended and beautifully presented detached bungalow situated in a small residential close within the pretty village of Mannings Heath.

Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, two further bedrooms, family bath, spacious living/ dining room, conservatory. Well equipped modern kitchen/ breakfast room. Detached double garage.

Attractive semi-detached three bedroom house on good sized plot. Master bedroom with en suite, entrance hall, sitting room, dining area, modern fi tted kitchen, bathroom, cloakroom, gas heating to radiators, double glazing. Attached garage, driveway parking for three cars, larger than average west facing rear garden. No forward chain.

Recently redecorated three bedroom terrace house with newly installed gas fired heating system to radiators. Entrance hall, sitting room, dining area, kitchen and bathroom, which would both benefit from up-dating. Double glazing, garage in block, garden. No chain. Offers around £215,000 invited.

An enlarged and much improved four bedroom, linked-detached house providing excellent family orientated accomodation. Double height entrance hall, cloakroom, sitting room with patio doors out to garden, dining room, fabulous kitchen/breakfast room, laundry room, master bedroom suite with dressing area and en suite shower room.

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£325,000

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A detached three bedroom house in need of complete modernisation and improvement and with enormous potential to be enlarged, subject to the necessary consents being obtainable. Entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, basic kitchen and connecting outbuildings, fi rst floor bathroom and sep. w.c. Large garden backing on to allotments.

A well extended four bedroom detached bungalow in the popular Lambs Farm area. Fantastic living/ dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, bathroom, sep. shower room, gas heating to radiators, mostly double glazed, garage, off road parking for three vehicles, secluded rear garden. No forward chain.

A choice of two first floor superbly refurbished two bedroom apartments in this 19th century country house set in beautifully landscaped private grounds with panoramic views. The apartments retain many of the original features including some high ceilings and full height restored windows. Stunning contemporary kitchens and luxurious bathrooms.

A recently redecorated and well presented top floor flat enjoying far reaching views and having the benefit of no on-going chain. Most conveniently situated on a bus route, approximately 3/4 mile from Horsham station. Double bedroom, 21ft living room, fitted bathroom, kitchen, gas radiator heating, double glazing, loft space and garage.

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£425,000

£359,950

L/H £147,000

L/H £115,000

A four bedroom detached family house situated in an extremely convenient location within a short walk of the town and on a good sized plot extending to approximately one-third an acre.

In need of some up-dating the accommodation comprises sitting room, 20ft kitchen/diner, study, rear lobby with cloakroom, bathroom.

An extended five bedroom semi-detatched family house on corner plot providing spacious and versatile accommodation. Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, bathroom, entrance hall, cloak/ shower room, spacious living/dining room, good size kitchen/breakfast room, family room, double glazing, gas fired heating to radiators. Driveway.

A spacious and well presented first floor apartment situated in the lovely village of Slinfold. Two bedrooms, living room, bathroom, modern fitted kitchen. Double glazed windows. Pleasant outlook over an adjoining green. No forward chain.

A one bedroomed ground floor apartment purpose built for the over 60’s with resident scheme manager in picturesque village just over 3 miles from Horsham. Entrance hall, living room with door to private west facing patio, kitchen, bathroom, electric night storage heating, double glazing, parking, communal grounds.

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£295,000

Imposing freehold property approx half a mile from the attractive town centre. Originally constructed circa 1860 as a railway warehouse and converted in 1987 to provide a spacious character 2/3 bedroom end house with accommodation over three floors and attractive views. Entrance hall, cloakroom, sitting room, conservatory.

Tel: (01403) 25 22 22 Fax: (01403) 21 80 62

£375,000

An extended and well proportioned four bedroomed semi-detached family house in highly regarded location backing on to the Forest School’s playing fields. Sitting room, family room, kitchen/ dining room, cloakroom, study/bed 5, bath/shower room, gas heating to radiators, double glazing.

Integral garage, long driveway, 80ft rear garden.

Email: sales@courtneygreen.co.uk www.courtneygreen.co.uk

£279,950

Extended and well presented three bedroom detached house most conveniently situated for station and schools. Entrance hall with cloakroom, good sized kitchen/breakfast room, sitting room, family room, bathroom, gas radiator heating, double glazing, garage and 60ft south facing rear garden.

L/H £99,950

Close to the town centre, one bedroom purpose built first floor apartment with lift, specially designed for those aged 60+ years. Living room, kitchen, bathroom, double glazed windows and electric heating. Resident house manager, emergency pull-cords, communal residents’ lounge, laundry room and guest suite. No forward chain.

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£775 pcm

A newly refurbished ground floor two bedroom flat situated in a very popular location. The property has been newly decorated and has wide plank oak effect laminate wood flooring. Entrance hall, lounge, brand new kitchen, refitted bathroom with overbath shower, master bedroom, and bedroom 2. Unfurnished.

Horsham (Central)

£895 pcm

A good sized and very well presented luxury ground floor apartment. Walking distance to the town and station. Entrance hall, attractive open plan living room and luxury kitchen with granite worktops and appliances, two double bedrooms and two luxury bathrooms. Unfurnished. Allocated and gated parking space.

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A well presented first floor flat in a good location with good room sizes. Entrance hall, large living room with attractive outlook, double bedroom, re-fitted kitchen with built in stainless steel oven & hob, newly fitted bathroom with shower. Double glazing. Gas fired central heating. Allocated parking.

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A beautifully presented three bedroom terraced house.

Entrance hall, downstairs cloakroom, 25` through lounge/diner, beautiful kitchen with appliances, three bedrooms (two doubles and one single), refitted white bathroom with overbath electric shower, very attractive rear garden, gas central heating, unfurnished. Viewings highly recommended.

Tel: (01403) 25 22 00 Fax: (01403) 21 80 62

Billingshurst (Village)

£675 pcm

A large conversion apartment situated in this recently refurbished character building in the centre of the village with entry phone system, lift and one allocated parking space.

Entrance hall, large living room with open plan luxury kitchen with most appliances, large double bedroom, luxury bathroom.

Gas central heating. Viewings recommended.

Horsham

£825 pcm

A recently decorated and carpeted end terrace house situated in a small cul-de-sac location, walking distance to town, park and station. Entrance Hall, refitted kitchen with appliances, lounge with doors to garden, two good sized bedrooms and a bathroom. Garage, calor (LPG) gas fired central heating, double glazing. Unfurnished with kitchen appliances.

Horsham

£895 pcm

A rarely available lift served penthouse apartment strictly for the over 55`s, situated in a prime Horsham town centre location. The accommodation comprises entrance hall, two double bedrooms, both with built in wardrobes, spacious living room, bathroom with shower, kitchen, with oven and hob. Gated parking area. GFCH. Unfurnished.

Horsham

£1,050 pcm

A recently refurbished three bedroom semi-detached house situated within convenient reach of local shops and buses.

The house is very well presented throughout. Entrance hall, cloakroom, double aspect lounge, double aspect kitchen with cooker and fridge (w/machine negotiable), three bedrooms and bathroom with shower. Detached garage and parking. Unfurnished.

Horsham (Central)

£675 pcm

Cowfold (Village)

£675 pcm

A well presented ground floor Victorian conversion apartment,

A small but very characterful terraced cottage. Entrance

located in the centre of the town. A modern refitted kitchen with

lobby, refitted downstairs shower room, kitchen with cooker &

appliances, bathroom fitted with a shower, attractive living

washing machine (freezer & tumble dryer available on a

room with bay window, double bedroom. Private rear garden,

supply only basis), small lounge with stripped floor and

GFCH. Unfurnished.

open fire, two first floor bedrooms. Unfurnished.

Horsham

£850 pcm

A very well presented first floor (top floor) luxury apartment. Security entry phone system, good sized lounge with sky connection, modern kitchen with appliances, two bedrooms (master with en-suite shower room), second bedroom planned as a study with pull down bed. Garage.

Unfurnished. Viewings recommended.

Horsham

£865 pcm

A very well presented and good sized house walking distance to town centre. Entrance lobby, modern kitchen with appliances, good sized lounge with stripped wood flooring, two good sized bedrooms, refitted bathroom.

Double glazing, gas central heating, garage and private garden. Unfurnished. Viewings highly recommended.

Horsham

£1,200 pcm

A beautifully presented three bedroom detached house convenient to local shops and Littlehaven Station. Entrance hall, cloakroom, modern kitchen with cooker, living room, double glazed conservatory, three bedrooms (master with en-suite shower room), newly refitted bathroom with shower. D/Glazing. GFCH. Garage & driveway, Private garden. Unfurnished.

Email: lettings@courtneygreen.co.uk www.courtneygreen.co.uk

Horsham

£615 pcm

An extremely well located one bedroom top floor apartment close to the town centre and Horsham Station. Entrance hall with security phone system, good sized `L` shaped lounge/diner with double opening doors, double bedroom with buit in wardrobes, bathroom with shower. Unfurnished with kitchen apppliances, allocated parking space.

Horsham

£925 pcm

A beautifully refurbished Victorian split level Apartment.

Security entry phone, impressive large reception room with bay window, separate large dining room/bed 3, new luxury kitchen and bathroom, two double bedrooms on top floor.

Unfurnished with appliances. Gas central Heating. Viewings highly recommended. No Children.

Horsham

£950 pcm

A recently built top floor penthouse apartment in a select new development within Horsham offering exceptional room sizes for a modern property. Master bedroom with en-suite, 2nd double bedroom, lounge, separate study, contemporary fitted kitchen and further full bathroom. Allocated parking, underfloor heating, Furnished (U/F by negotiation).

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Storrington £3,100 pcm

Ifold £2,500 pcm

A beautiful four bedroom character family home set in 2 acres of grounds together with fully self contained guest accommodation in a separate cottage.

A modern four bedroom detached family home set in the sought after village of Ifold with three reception rooms and double garage.

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Bolney £1,950 pcm A four bedroom detached family house situated in a rural and quiet area of Bolney, the property enjoys fantastic views of the surrounding countryside.

Hamptons Office Horsham 01403 839053 horshamlettings@hamptons-int.com

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Warnham £1,800 pcm A fantastic three bedroom split level penthouse apartment situated in the exclusive development Warnham Manor.

For more information, come inside or visit www.hamptons.co.uk/propertyexhibition

Hamptons Office Horsham 01403 839053 horshamlettings@hamptons-int.com

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Bolney | £2,100 pcm

Loxwood | £1,900 pcm

Southwater | £1,595 pcm

Henry Adams Lettings are proud to offer this substantial and well Henry Adams Lettings are delighted to offer this substantial 6 presented 4/5 bedroom, 3 reception room country residence set in a bedroom, 3 reception room family residence with large gardens rural location on the outskirts of Bolney, Near Haywards Heath. located along an attractive private road in the highly sought after village of Ifold.

Recently refurbished, contemporary and immaculately presented, high specification, detached 4 bedroom, 2 reception room family house.

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Rudgwick | £1,500 pcm

Rudgwick | £995 pcm

Horsham | £895 pcm

Henry Adams Lettings are delighted to offer this spacious and well presented 4 bedroom, 3 reception room family home situated down a private residential close in the heart of the highly sought after village of Rudgwick.

Henry Adams Lettings are delighted to offer this delightful 2 double bedroom, 2 bath/shower room, single storey, converted barn situated on a private farm estate near the highly sought after village of Rudgwick.

Henry Adams Lettings are delighted to offer this modern and well presented two double bedroom terraced house situated in a popular location and with easy access to local shops, Littlehaven/Horsham train station and the town centre.

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Handcross | £850 pcm

Rudgwick | £770 pcm

Billingshurst | £750 pcm

Henry Adams Lettings are delighted to offer this well presented and attractive 3 bedroom house in the heart of the highly sought after village of Handcross.

Henry Adams Lettings are pleased to offer this well presented, 2 bedroom, first floor executive style apartment set in a prestigious purpose built gated development in the heart of Rudgwick village centre.

Henry Adams Lettings are delighted to offer this modern and well presented 2 double bedroom first floor apartment situated on the highly sought after ‘Penfold Grange’ development in Billingshurst.

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ProPerty of the Week

509452 Horsham £595 pcm

83323 Horsham £665 pcm

Conveniently situated one bedroom 2nd floor converted apartment close to mainline station and shops. Available on an unfurnished basis.

Purpose built one bedroom first floor unfurnished flat within easy reach of Horsham town centre.

Central heating and residents parking.

593903 Horsham £850 pcm Executive two bedroom 2nd floor apartment in a gated development and conveniently situated within walking distance of the town centre and station.

325034 Horsham £695 pcm

87087 North Horsham £835 pcm

A much improved two bedroom unfurnished ground floor flat close to town centre and mainline station. Some bills included.

Re-decorated two double bedroom unfurnished house with enclosed garden and garage en-bloc.

941249 Broadbridge Heath £925 pcm

329695 Horsham £995 pcm

339183 Nr Horsham Station £995 pcm

967003 Horsham £1,025 pcm

Spacious three bedroom mid terrace house situated in a popular residential area in Broadbridge Heath

Smart two bed two bath executive apartment in a modern development close to the town centre and within a short walk of the station.

Well appointed two bedroom first floor apartment forming part of a modern development in a desirable location.

Generously sized two bedroom maisonette situated set over three floors in a highly central location of Horsham town centre.

884940 Horsham £1,095 pcm

106251 West Chiltington £1,550 pcm

939505 Slinfold £1,550 pcm

939191 Southwater £1,595 pcm

Spacious three bedroom unfurnished semidetached house with garden and garage, situated in a popular residential area close to the A264.

Well presented 4/5 bedroom detached ‘Wells’ thatched cottage which is situated in lovely rural location backing onto open woodland.

Beautifully presented and spacious three bedroom detached house situated on the outskirts of Slinfold village.

Superb and immaculately presented four bedroom unfurnished detached house offering high spec contemporary accommodation.

Viewing recommended.

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Horsham:

01403 217585

18a Market Square, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1EU email: horsham@leaders.co.uk Follow us @LeadersSussex

Opening times: Mon-Fri 9.00-6.00 Sat 9.00-5.00

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First In Letting www.leaders.co.uk

937306 Cranleigh £550 pcm

937229 Cranleigh £625 pcm

937286 Cranleigh £650 pcm

937467 Cranleigh £799 pcm

Self-contained first floor studio flat situated within a short walk from the High Street.

Features gas central heating and double glazing.

One bedroom first floor flat in a small development close to the village. The property has one allocated parking space and is available unfurnished.

Modern and well presented one bedroom flat situated just a short walk from the village centre. Allocated parking.

Very well presented two bedroom split level apartment located in a central village location.

Features a private decked area.

937808 Cranleigh £1,300 pcm

953733 Ewhurst £1,500 pcm

937583 Cranleigh £1,500 pcm

965899 Shamley Green £1,600 pcm

Four bed end of terrace town house with garage and patio garden. Modern kitchen/ breakfast room and lounge. Unfurnished.

Bright and spacious four bedroom unfurnished semi-detached property in the heart of the village.

New carpets and fresh neutral decor throughout.

A three bedroom detached bungalow situated in an attractive quiet setting on the outskirts of Cranleigh. Large south facing rear garden.

Newly refurbished three bedroom detached bungalow set in a quiet location in the picturesque village of Shamley Green. Driveway parking.

ProPerty of the Week

937704 Ewhurst £1,695 pcm

937973 Loxwood £1,695 pcm

Well presented unfurnished three bedroom detached lodge house in an attractive rural location with surrounding garden and driveway.

A good size five bedroom detached house situated in a highly sought after village location and featuring an open fire in the sitting room.

938041 Cranleigh £850 pcm 938023 Rural Cranleigh £2,950 pcm

937897 Cranleigh £5,500 pcm

Stunning and completely unique 16th Century Cottage situated in a peaceful rural location yet within easy reach of the Village centre.

Imposing wing of a large neo-Georgian country house with six double bedrooms and uninterrupted far reaching views to the South Downs.

Winners of Best Company in the 2010 Sussex Business Awards

Unusual detached converted Coach House situated in private grounds and featuring a large double bedroom and quirky spiral staircase to the first floor.

Cranleigh:

01483 274444

228 High Street,Cranleigh, Surrey, GU6 8RL email: cranleigh@leaders.co.uk Follow us @LeadersSurrey

Opening times: Mon-Fri 9.00-5.30 Sat 9.00-2.00

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Property

Period cottage of immense charm Mouse Cottage is a charming Grade II Listed semi-detached period cottage of immense charm and character.

The property offers many �ine period features including a splendid brick inglenook �ireplace and exposed timbering.

It is located in the heart of the picturesque village of Thakeham which is approximately three miles to the north of Storrington.

A particular feature of the property is the cottage gardens which

are beautifully landscaped and offers a pleasant entertaining terrace.

A gravel path interspersed with �lower borders stocked with shrubs and plants runs through the garden and there is an attractive circular stone terrace with wooden arbor above The property is being offered for rent at £950 per calendar month.

For further information or an appointment to view please contact Angie Blunden at Guy Leonard & Co on 01903 744166

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From my home office in Horsham, West Sussex, I offer a range of legal services to individuals from conveyancing (buying or selling your home) to preparing your will and lasting power of attorney or dealing with the estate of a loved one.

Horsham lettings agent is a ‘SAFE’ bet A Horsham lettings agent is delighted to announce that it has joined the SAFEagent campaign, meaning that its tenants and landlords can rest assured knowing their money is protected by a Client Money Protection scheme.

Courtney Green is now displaying the SAFEagent logo, joining the 1,200 lettings and management agents nationwide who have signed up to the scheme.

The logo was launched for lettings agents, by lettings agents following a number of high pro�ile media cases where unscrupulous agents had absconded with tenant and landlord

funds. The aim of the SAFEagent scheme is to identify agents in Client Monday Protection Schemes and highlight the risks of using ‘uninsured’ agents.

Nick Courtney, Managing Director of Courtney Green commented: “We want every tenant and landlord that we welcome through our doors to have peace of mind when it comes to client money protection and this is exactly what we can reinforce now

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Nick continued: “All agents regulated by NALS, the Law Society, ARLA, NAEA and RICS maintain and operate designated client accounts where clients’ money is held completely separate from the operating funds of the �irm, so you should only look for an agent that can provide you with this assurance.”

For more information on the SAFEagent campaign, please visit www.safeagents. co.uk.

I can help guide you through what can be a difficult and stressful time in your life by providing a friendly and personal, professional service. You can be assured of easy, direct access to me and a completely confidential legal service. I take my client care very seriously and always try to go “that extra mile” to establish a strong relationship with clients and other professionals.

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Motors

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Jaguar’s XF Sportbrake makes a debut The new Jaguar XF Sportbrake has been unveiled ahead of its public debut at the Geneva Motor Show and promises to be the most versatile Jaguar ever created.

Sharing its underpinnings with the XF saloon, the Sportbrake’s overall length grows by just 5mm, its weight is down 70kg and its chassis structure matches the strength of the conventional XF. These characteristics mean the Sportbrake can closely match the acclaimed handling of the XF saloon yet offers a large and highly practical load space.

Every panel on the XF Sportbrake, from the B-Pillar, heading towards the rear, is new.

The strong silver signature line running the length of the car is extended while the C-Pillar is finished in gloss black, a trait shared with the XJ saloon. Slim rear light units extend into a strong chrome crossmember that dominates the rear of the car.

The result is a car that blends style and function with the rear seat occupants benefitting from 48mm of extra rear headroom.

The large, practical tailgate can be specified with power struts, opening to reveal a wide and highly versatile

load space. Measuring 550-litres with the rear seats up, the boot is framed by a set of useful cubby compartments. With the seats folded, the total volume grows to 1,675-litres.

Practical touches are prevalent – and standard equipment – on the XF Sportbrake. Remote fold levers are mounted within the boot area to lower the rear seats – negating the need to stretch into the boot.

Powerful LEDs throw a pool of light onto the ground when the boot is open while the tailgate itself features a soft close function, avoiding any requirement for it to be slammed.

Set into the boot floor is a panel that splits into three sections to allow smaller loads to be neatly wedged and avoiding a precious or fragile cargo being thrown about. A tray mounted under the boot floor helps protect valuable items.

Beneath the car there are extensive changes to the rear suspension. Selflevelling air suspension aids driving dynamics and means the Sportbrake can serve as an accomplished tow vehicle.

Powering the XF Sportbrake will be a range of efficient yet powerful diesel engines in 2.2-litre four cylinder

and 3.0-litre six-cylinder form, each directing drive through the rear wheels via an advanced eight-speed automatic gearbox.

A V8 petrol is also rumoured, but Jaguar are keeping their lips tightly shut on that.

Prices and specifications will be announced nearer the time of the launch of the Sportbrake, set to take place in the third quarter of 2012,

everyone will have to be behind me in the queue to get their hands on the details.

I love estate cars, my all-time favourite is the old Volvo V40, the way it looked good from pretty much any angle, and the profile view, avoiding looking like there was a wardrobe in the back, made for a great car.

This Sportbrake harks back to those days, which really impresses

me, as most estates look great from the front, as they share their nose with their saloon equivalent, yet many others look like a rectangle has been grafted on to the rear. And the small desire from me, willing Jaguar to tackle Mercedes and BMW with their AMG and M estates? XFR Sportbrake anyone?

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Outstanding value and expertise Olli Nott Motors Editor

Whilst undertaking repair work is an important aspect of owning a vehicle, the costs associated with it can be difficult to budget for, which is why local Vauxhall dealer, Stevens Vauxhall, is offering motorists in Horsham a new, great value fixed price repair service without costly, hidden surprises.

Available at the dealership on Billingshurst Road, Vauxhall MasterFit’s Fixed Prices, across a range of common vehicle repairs, means that Vauxhall owners can now enjoy unbeatable value along with the peace of mind that their vehicle is being repaired by the people who know it best.

Offered to owners of a range of Vauxhall models aged three years or older, the great value repairs include brake pads, brake discs, clutches, cambelts and shock absorbers.

And of course, customers can rest assured that all repairs at Stevens Vauxhall are carried out using only genuine parts, expertly fitted by the dealership’s highly skilled team of Vauxhall trained technicians and come with a minimum 12 month warranty – all for one simple set price with no hidden extras.

Front or rear brakes pads for Corsa, Astra, Vectra and Zafira models up to 2.0 engines are an attractive £99 fully fitted including VAT, and cambelt replacements are available from only £199, giving customers in Horsham outstanding value, genuine quality and peace of mind.

Peter Stevens, Managing Director at Stevens Vauxhall, comments: “Vauxhall is well known for reliability, but drivers of older vehicles know that certain wear and tear parts will need replacing sooner or later, so our new Fixed Price Repairs are designed to offer our customers incredible value and unrivalled expertise, as well as helping to lower the cost of motoring.”

As part of a commitment to delivering the highest levels of customer satisfaction, customers at Stevens Vauxhall can feel confident that the low price they will see is the price that they will pay, with no added costs or hidden extras.

Peter Stevens continues: “Our fixed price repairs remove the uncertainty that can often arise with vehicle repairs. We’re simply offering great value and

the reassurance of having genuine parts fitted by our Vauxhall trained technicians for one simple set price.”

Repairs available through Vauxhall MasterFit’s ‘Fixed Price Repairs’ programme on Vauxhall Corsa, Astra, Vectra and Zafira models include: brake pad repairs from £99, clutch repairs from £399, discs and pads from £159, cambelts from £199 and front shock absorbers from £199. All prices include fitting and VAT. To find out more about the new Fixed Price Repair programme available at Stevens Vauxhall, please visit the dealership at 78 Billingshurst Road, Broadbridge Heath, Horsham, RH12 3LP. Alternatively, call 01403 256464 or visit www.stevensvauxhall.co.uk/vauxhall

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IDEAL SECONDARY INCOME OPPORTUNITY

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Sport

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‘Shocked’ Langton is sacked James Herd Football

Hugo Langton has been sacked as Horsham manager – and says he found out who was replacing him from a player.

A “very, very disappointed” Langton spoke to www.the-resident.co.uk on Wednesday evening at the end of his winless reign of 19 league matches.

He said: “I found out from my goalkeeper that (Redhill manager) Simon Colbran was taking over. I’m disappointed because I’ve worked bloody hard and I have been planning ahead, making phone calls, getting people in for next season.

“I was on the brink of making two big signings that would make a big difference. I’m disappointed because the board have told me that they back me, but they obviously have no con�idence in me.

“I’m very shocked. I wasn’t expecting it, but at the same time I appreciate this is football and it happens. I’ll get on with it. I’ll �ind myself another job in time.

“I hope the club back Simon Colbran.

I hope he can turn the club into a success, but I believe he’ll only do that in the long term if he’s �inancially backed properly.

“I’ve had to work on a very small budget. It’s very hard to compete.

That’s why we’ve got young players, inexperienced players, all great lads with great futures, but they’re learning the game.

“You can’t bring in experienced footballers and pay them £40 or £50 a week.

“I’ve enjoyed myself, I’ve enjoyed the experience. I love Frank King to pieces.

He’s one of the best people I’ve ever met and he’ll be a friend for life.

I believe I’m leaving ‘with great dignity and with my head held high

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“I hope for him – because he is Mr Horsham – that the future is nice and rosy and I wish the club all the best.

“I’ll use this experience positively, because if I’m honest with you I don’t think I’ll ever be at a football club again that’s in a similar position to this one.

“I’ve tried to remain as positive as I can throughout and I believe I have.

I believe that even though I’ve been sacked I’m leaving with great dignity and with my head held high.

“The supporters have backed me.

They’ve never doubted me or given me a hard time. I thank them for that.

“I want them to keep believing and keep backing whoever is out there wearing the shirt with pride. And keep supporting them, and keep eating their lard!”

Ex-Worthing boss Colbran becomes Horsham’s fourth manager in less than a year – and the third this season after the departure of long-serving John Maggs last May. Justin Luchford left the club in October, claiming he had been unable to manage in the way he wanted.

With only two league wins all season, both in August, the Hornets have picked up 11 points in 30 matches and are almost certain to �inish bottom of the Ryman League Premier Division.

Possibly the �inal straw was their 4-1 beating at the Metropolitan Police on Saturday, when Langton accused some of his players of not hurting enough in defeat.

Horsham chairman Kevin Borrett said: “I am immensely grateful to Hugo for his passion and commitment. Hugo has worked extremely hard coaching and expanding the squad as well as placing a strong emphasis on improved �itness levels.

“However, the club has failed to record a Ryman League win in 19 outings during his period in charge and, by

his own admission last weekend, now �inds itself at a crossroads.

“As the club prepares for next season, when it is expected to be competing at Ryman South level, the decision to appoint someone more local and with proven experience and a track record was compelling.

“Simon has an excellent local track record, both as a player and football manager for teams across Sussex and Surrey. He has the opportunity to use the last eight weeks of the season to start to reshape the squad in a competitive environment.”

Chief executive John Lines said: “I am terribly sorry to lose Hugo as he has put his heart and soul into his job and is a wonderful man and a very good coach.

“After a long run of losing matches, the con�idence of the team was at an all-time low and a defeatist mentality was setting in.

“Going into the �inal dozen games of the season being beaten week in and week out was not the right preparation for looking towards any kind of successful objective for next season. A radical change was needed.

“We believe Simon has the knowledge, the skill, the enthusiasm and importantly the local contacts to take us into Division 1 South with the ambition to compete once again at a higher level.”

Tim’s double as Rovers reach �inal Youth Football

Chesworth Rovers U11 will play Roffey Robins United U11 in the �inal of the Heron Way Cup. Rovers overcame a resilient Upper Beeding U11 side, winning 4-1 thanks to two free-kicks by Tim Bennett, Jack Frankland’s strike and Josh Baker’s header.

Max Furber (two), Ralph Robson (two), Morgan Spooner (penalty) and Kris Bicknell scored as Robins beat Steyning Strikers U11 6-0.

Unbeaten Royal United U16 are chasing another double after beating Twin Oaks U16 to reach the �inal of the Edwin Hill Cup. Jake Legrange scored the �irst two goals before Tom Killner-Brown added two more and Callum McHale completed the scoring. Greg Gander was particularly impressive.

Manager Richard Chaplin said: “For the boys to get through to the �inal for the second year running is all due to their commitment, attitude and the great football they play.”

Royals will face Dorking Saints U16, who edged out Roffey Robins Wanderers U16 3-2 despite Zak Comber’s double.

Horsham U16 got the better of title rivals Hove Rivervale U16, winning 2-0 in Division 1 of the Sussex Sunday Youth League.

The young Hornets played some �ine football, but it took until the 75th

Toby Bridger (on ground) scores a late equaliser for Horsham Sparrows U16

minute for Jake Legrange to open the scoring when he pounced on a rebound from Harry Smith’s shot.

The excellent Ben Collier created the clincher with a driving run and cross, converted by Smith for a well-deserved birthday goal.

Horsham Sparrows U16 fought back from 4-1 down to draw 4-4 with Albury Eagles U16 in the Horsham and District Youth League.

Zac Chinn and Daniel Stutchbury

(two) scored for Sparrows before Toby Bridger grabbed a dramatic equaliser two minutes from time. Daniel Barna and Joe Clissold also impressed.

Horsham U15 lost 1-0 to Worthing Rebels Blue U15 in the Arun and Chichester Youth League Cup semi�inal, while Copthorne U15 beat Lower Beeding and Handcross Lions U15 5-1 in the Fred Sparks Cup semi-�inal.

Lions were 4-0 down within half an hour and Copthorne added another in

Photo by Clare Turnbull

the second half before Matt Streeter’s consolation goal. Aaron Pyzer was Lions’ man of the match.

Ali Kerr’s volleyed goal was one of the highlights of Horsham U14’s 3-0 win at Eastbourne Town U14 in the Sussex Sunday Youth League. Liam Clarke and Nick Bristow also scored.

Liberty Dove and Hannah Gardner’s goals helped Horsham Sparrows Girls U11 beat Worthing Divas U11 2-0. Ellie Hutchinson starred.

Do I want promotion?

Andy Stonestreet www.northwestsussexseagulls.co.uk

Just under two weeks ago, I was on the North West Sussex Seagulls coach as we travelled back from ‘that match’ with Liverpool, not knowing what a 6-1 defeat might do to the players’ con�idence and spirit.

Two games and four points later, I think we know the answer. Nothing, well at least nothing to worry about.

That heavy defeat at An�ield could have �inished our season, but as I write this column Albion are just six goals away from occupying sixth place in the Championship table and a play-off spot.

Over the last few weeks, I have swung from wanting to be involved in the end-of-season drama that is the play-offs to not having anything to do with them.

Having watched the boys put three past Ipswich without reply, applauded the ball skills of man of the match Abdul Razak, the goals of Ashley Barnes and the goal of birthday boy Craig Mackail-Smith, I’m now swinging towards the former.

Before leaving home on Saturday, I was like that cat. No, not the An�ield one, but the one on the proverbial hot tin roof.

My long-suffering wife Clare (who knew nothing about football before we got together and who now holds whole football-related conversations with her mother Jill, again a football virgin until I came on the scene) knew I was a troubled man.

Having gained that excellent point at Hull, Albion were in real danger of getting caught up in a push for promotion.

Is that what I wanted?

After talking to a number of fans, I knew I wasn’t alone in this confused state. Don’t get me wrong, I always want Albion to win, but Liverpool had highlighted the big gap between a good Championship side and a top Premier League side.

They showed how much we will have to improve if, by some miracle, we get promoted at the end of this season.

Could Albion really hope to compete? Would we do a Derby and manage only 11 points in a whole season in the top �light? If that happened, how far back would it push chairman Tony Bloom’s long-term plans for the club I love? Gus would go, for sure.

You, Clare and her mother will be happy to hear that my head has now cleared after the match on Saturday.

I believe Albion would be good enough. We probably wouldn’t set the league alight, but we will survive if the miracle happens.

In Gus I trust.

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Look out for Mark 3 Palmer

William Palmer has joined HHC Motorsport for the 2012 Ginetta Junior Championship. Below: William with father Jonathan and team principal Charlie Kemp (right)

Matthew James Sport Editor

matthew@the-resident.co.uk

Southwater’s William Palmer is following in the slipstream of his father and brother by embarking on his own motorsport career.

The son of former Formula 1 driver Jonathan, and younger brother of GP2 driver Jolyon, is gearing up for his first full season in the highly competitive Ginetta Junior Championship.

William, 15, has signed with frontrunning team HHC Motorsport to contest the UK’s top junior series for drivers aged between 14 and 17, reaching speeds of up to 120 mph.

Taking place over 20 rounds, the series accompanies the British Touring Car Championship at top circuits up and down the country, attracting large crowds and live television coverage.

William debuted in the junior

series in August last year and later finished a best-yet eighth in his Hillspeed car at Brands Hatch.

After successful tests with his new team, Palmer Jnr is looking forward to the start of the season at Brands on April 1 and has his sights on a top-six finish in the championship.

He said: “I’m really excited to be doing my first full season of Ginetta Juniors with HHC Motorsport. I competed in a few races last year and learnt a lot. Now I’m looking to build on that experience this season.”

Dad Jonathan said: “Ginetta Juniors is an excellent series. The cars look good, are safe, fast enough and reliable.

“It’s also very competitive, so Will was inevitably towards the back of the field last year. However, he is very determined and has already proved quicker than me in his race car!

“HHC Motorsport is a very nice, motivated team and I think top-six results are realistic this season.”

Horsham notched up a third consecutive win to maintain their promotion challenge.

The ever-prolific Matt Hough opened the scoring five minutes into the game before Old Williamsonians’ goalkeeper was sent off for a dangerous tackle on John Burroughs.

Unfazed by the resulting delay, 17-year-old Nathan Hill coolly flicked home the penalty to leave Horsham 2-0 up at the interval.

Old Williamsonians scored soon

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after the resumption, but Hill skilfully converted a corner and Hough found the net again to give Horsham a 4-1 lead 10 minutes from time.

The visitors conceded twice as they tired but were not to be denied a well-earned victory.

Captain Burroughs said: “This was a very satisfying win for us. Because

Cricket England international Luke Wright has signed a new contract to stay with Sussex until at least the end of the 2015 season.

The swashbuckling all-rounder, who joined the club in 2003, told The Resident: “I have been lucky to win many trophies with Sussex and look forward to helping them towards more success.

“Myself and my family are very happy here and I have always been greatly supported by the club and its fans.”

Mark Robinson, Sussex’s professional cricket manager, said: “We are delighted that Luke Wright has committed the next four seasons to the club.

“He has been with us since he was 19 and has become an integral part of the squad both on and off the pitch.

The way he plays his cricket excites crowds and makes him a dangerous player to play against.”

Horsham have signed 21-year-old all-rounder Hisam Ul-Haq, who scored 776 runs and took 28 wickets for Three Bridges last season.

Delighted captain Craig Gallagher said: “This is a great signing. He’s a top performer with both bat and ball, exactly what we need.”

Horsham still hope to secure an overseas player after a move for Kiwi Willie Lonsdale unexpectedly fell through.

Youth Cricket

Horsham U16 (15) were heavily beaten by Three Bridges U16 (122-3) in the iDentliam Colts Indoor League at Tanbridge House School.

Billingshurst U16 (103-4) beat Pulborough U16 (77-4, Ed Kilner 44*) and Horsham Trinity U16 (117-5) beat Southwater U16 (86-2).

Horsham Trinity U12 (112-1) beat Steyning U12 (94-5), Lindfield U12 (144-2) beat Steyning (94-5) and Lindfield (82-2) beat Horsham Trinity (81).

Youth Athletics

Hough and Hill make the difference Martin Read Hockey

Sport in Brief

of injuries and other absences we only had 11 available so were unable to rotate and rest players throughout the match.

“Given the circumstances, this was our best result of the season.”

Horsham remain fourth, one point behind their nearest rivals and with a game in hand.

Horsham Ladies slipped to a 2-1 home defeat against St Albans Ladies, despite a first-minute goal by Steph Dent.

Horsham defended tigerishly and maintained good possession but were again unable to convert a series of promising attacks.

St Albans levelled after 20 minutes and scored against the run of play in the second half after both teams had goals disallowed.

Coach Warren Gilmour said: “We scored early and competed well, but a soft goal let them back in.

“We can still avoid relegation if we score from the chances we’re creating. We need two wins and our double-header at the weekend is vital for us.”

Horsham’s men host bottom side Kings Alleyns tomorrow (Saturday).

The ladies face Harleston Magpies in Norfolk tomorrow and Chelmsford at home on Sunday.

Horsham Blue Star’s Jade Brewster, from Broadbridge Heath, narrowly failed to add the national U17 indoor title to her South of England pole vault crown.

Competing at the National Indoor Arena in Birmingham, Brewster entered the event at 3m and led after first-time clearances to 3.30m.

The Tanbridge House School pupil, who celebrated her 15th birthday last week, cleared 3.40m at her third attempt but had to settle for the silver medal.

Football

Sussex County League Division 2: Steyning 3 Seaford 0, Storrington 1 East Preston 3.

Division 3: Forest 5 (Jeal 2) Ifield Edwards 1, Hurstpierpoint 0 Broadbridge Heath 2, Roffey 3 (Ruff 2) Uckfield Town 3, TD Shipley 1 Rottingdean 3.

Rugby Union

Horsham visit Folkestone tomorrow (Saturday) after losing 16-13 at Bromley in London 3 South East.

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