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Drivers speak of fatal crash horror Matthew James News Editor
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A man who saw a fatal road crash carried on driving because he did not realise how serious it was. Toby Woolford, 19, of Andrews Road, Southwater, was killed when his Vauxhall Corsa was involved in a collision with a lorry on the A27 near Arundel station. Christopher Howard, of Potters Mead, Littlehampton, told the inquest yesterday (Thursday): “I saw this car coming westbound down the hill. He had lost control and was in a skid, basically coming towards me. “I still can’t remember if I took avoiding action, but he missed me. I looked in the mirror and saw the car go sideways into the lorry that was behind me. It did a little hop in the air and stopped. “The collision itself didn’t appear to be that great. I realised that I didn’t have a mobile phone. I saw a couple of people. I knew there were plenty of people behind the lorry so I carried on. “My initial thought was ‘Wow – he’s lucky’ because the passenger side hit the lorry. I didn’t perceive it was a life-threatening accident. “It’s a 40 mph limit there. He was certainly doing all of that. Whether he was exceeding it I wouldn’t like to say, but it was certainly too fast for the conditions. It wasn’t raining at the time, but there had been a downpour.” HGV driver Ben Nesbitt, of Middle Mead, Fareham, Hampshire, said he had been driving eastwards at about 30mph shortly after 7am on Thursday, August 25, last year. He told the inquest at Worthing Magistrates’ Court: “I headed up the hill and a car came round the corner. I applied the brakes and it hit straight after. “I saw there was just one person in the car, pulled the lorry back (reversed) and
tried to help. I phoned the police straight away. I had to give my phone to someone else because I couldn’t say where I was.” Angela Standing, of Norfolk Cottages, Warningcamp, Arundel, said: “I don’t know what made me look in my rear view mirror, but as I did a car behind me looked as though he clipped the kerb. “I could see he was struggling to rectify himself (wrestling with the steering wheel), but he didn’t. The lorry driver didn’t have anywhere to go. “I ran back up the hill because I was first-aid trained and I thought perhaps I could help. I went round to the driver’s side and the young gentleman. “I held his head up so he could breathe. I asked him ‘What’s your name?’, but there was no response. I called him ‘Sunshine’ because I wanted to call him something. “I gave him a running commentary and kept telling him the cavalry was coming, don’t worry, everything’s going to be okay.”
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Firefighters, ambulancemen and police soon arrived, but Mr Woolford had sustained severe head injuries and he died at the scene. Tests for drugs and alcohol proved negative. Accident investigators found that the Corsa’s rear tyres had a 4mm tread, well above the legal limit but less than the 7mm tread in the front tyres, and the rear tyre pressure of 27 was below the recommended level of 32. PC Stuart Medlycott said aquaplaning “may well have occurred”. A lack of physical evidence meant it was impossible to say how fast Mr Woolford’s car had been travelling, but there were “no apparent
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mechanical defects” in either vehicle. Also known as Woo, Mr Woolford attended Tanbridge House School and Central Sussex College, Crawley, had started as a trainee electrician with DW Electrical and was working part-time at Sainsbury’s, Horsham. His girlfriend of two years, Molly Keeling, attended Millais School and Collyer’s. He was the best friend and near neighbour of Horsham Football Club player Adam Hutchings, who he had known since childhood. Mr Woolford’s mother, Penny, said in a statement read to the inquest: “He was a very happy lad with lots of good friends and he was very happy in his relationship with his girlfriend. He was really happy to be working in a job he loved.” Mrs Woolford said her son had passed his driving test in May 2010, adding: “He would drive most days and appeared to be quite confident in using the road. “He had been a rear seat passenger in a friend’s car when it was involved in a collision (in 2009) and I think it had made him a more cautious driver.” Coroner Christopher Wilkinson recorded a verdict of accidental death.
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Italian festival to be three-day egg-stravaganza this year The popular Italian festival, Piazza Italia, is back this Easter with a three-day line up over Friday, April 6, Saturday, April 7 and Monday, April 9. The event, which is held in Horsham’s town centre, is a fun-filled family event, with an array of fast cars and bikes, Italian food, a wine tasting trail, Easter-themed competitions, an authentic Italian market, Scalextric display and street entertainment. On the Friday, the theme will be Venetian and there will be a rally of over 90 Ferraris and Ducati-led Italian motorcycles on display in town. Saturday has a fashion feel to it with a Milanese theme and there will be a Vines Italian Job mini run. To finish off on Monday, the theme will be a Neapolitan theme focussing
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Friday 23 March 2012
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1,508 reasons to save workshops Campaigners against the axing of drama workshops have presented a petition to Horsham District Council. Artistic director Renee Martin, from Southwater, ran workshops for nearly 30 years, at the old Capitol, the Drill Hall and The Capitol. Most recently, six to 17-year-olds attended sessions for up to two-and-a-half hours each Saturday. But Cllr Jonathan Chowen, council Cabinet member, said last month: “For the last few years, the number of children attending has fallen significantly, averaging only 30 per week.” Campaigner Victoria Skinner, 16, told The Resident: “I would like to thank you for the support you showed by helping to get our story out there about Horsham District Council closing down our drama group at The Capitol. “We have now given in the petition with 1508 signatures. It will be raised in April’s full council meeting.”
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Fraudsters sentenced Two men from Horsham district have been sentenced for benefit fraud. Anthony Willett, 53, of Millthorpe Road, Horsham, admitted three offences of failing to give prompt notification to Horsham District Council and the Department for Work and Pensions of a change of circumstances. He had started several periods of employment without informing the agencies, resulting in an overpayment of £3,119. At Haywards Heath Magistrates’ Court, Willett was sentenced to 150 hours of unpaid work and ordered to pay costs. Peter Stenning, 53, of Church
Street, Storrington, admitted one offence of knowingly failing to give prompt notification of a change of circumstances and three offences of knowingly making a false statement or representation. These offences resulted in an overpayment of £4,797. Stenning was given a two-year conditional discharge and ordered to pay £200 in costs. Both cases went to court after investigations by Horsham District Council and the Department for Work and Pensions. To report suspected false claims, phone the council’s confidential hotline on 01403 215511.
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Summit over water crisis A drought summit will be held next week after the announcement of a hosepipe ban throughout Horsham district from April 5. Cllr Lionel Barnard, deputy leader of West Sussex County Council, will meet representatives of Southern Water and South East Water on Friday, March 30. The Environment Agency is among others who have been invited. Cllr Barnard said: “As a council we will be leading by example and doing all we can to reduce our own water consumption. “We already have several initiatives underway and the fact that we are reducing the number of buildings we operate from will mean using less water. “The meeting will be an opportunity to find out what we can do as a local authority to advise residents and businesses on what steps they can take. “We serve a population of 800,000 people and have a business community ranging from companies on industrial estates to many farmers and growers, so there will obviously be a great deal of concern. “It will also be a chance to explore with the water companies what can be done in the long term once the current water shortage is over.” Cllr Pete Bradbury, county council Cabinet member, said: “A severe drought event could impact on West Sussex in a variety of ways, including the disruption of our infrastructure, health and social care systems, and by putting the vulnerable at greater risk. “We all hope the situation will not get worse, but as a responsible local authority we have to make sure we have plans in place to assist our most vulnerable communities.” Southern Water says garden watering usually accounts for about six per cent of all household water use, but the figure can increase to 70 per cent in hot weather. For advice on how to save water, visit www.southernwater.co.uk/ waterefficiency
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Friday 23 March 2012
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Young, talented and Set4Success Fourteen more talented young sportspeople are being funded by Horsham district charity Set4Success. As well as receiving a monetary award, the winners will receive a pass to DC Leisure’s facilities for one year and will be invited to an award ceremony in May. The latest awards mean a total of 27 youngsters have been backed by Set4Success since the scheme launched a year ago. Applications for the next round of awards must be submitted by April 1. For more information, visit www. set4success.org Latest award winners: Beth Britton (swimming), Quentin Coole (gymnastics), William Duffin (dancing), Amelia Frett (hockey), Georgia Frett (football), Sarah Gray (badminton), Harry Harrod (gymnastics), Tom Haynes
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Come for the fun, £900k grant towards score a home run helping the homeless The training season for Horsham Junior Baseball Club (HJBC) will start at Ingfield Manor School, Five Oaks, on Tuesday. One of the largest baseball programmes in the UK is suitable for boys and girls aged 6-16. Helen Bradley, vice-chairman of the club, said: “All abilities are welcome for a fun and friendly sport where everyone gets to play. Come and join us for some summer fun and enjoy a great game.” That Horsham is the hotbed of
British junior baseball is due in large part to HJBC president Robert Burnie, who was a professional player with Toronto Blue Jays in the early 1990s and played in front of 30,000 crowds. It was good luck for Sussex youngsters that he moved here with wife Andrea in 2003 – living first in Horsham, then Southwater. Almost immediately he set up the baseball club here. For details of practice days and games, phone 01403 784945 or visit www.horshambaseball.co.uk
A hundred young homeless people will benefit from the latest grant to be won by Sussex Central YMCA. The £900,000 awarded to the charity by the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) will bring 30 unoccupied homes back onto the local rental market. The money will be used to redevelop these properties so that they can be let to young people who would otherwise have nowhere to live. Chas Walker, deputy chief executive of Sussex Central YMCA, said: “We have been shocked by the
number of empty properties in the South East. “As a local housing charity working with young people, we are very aware of the challenges they face in finding affordable accommodation. “The grant funding will provide housing for 100 young people in next two years. It will also enable us to expand our property-based social enterprise, which will create more job opportunities. “It is a great result for the communities of Crawley, Horsham and Mid Sussex.”
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Friday 23 March 2012
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Sainsbury’s chief exec goes the extra mile in Horsham The chief executive of Sainsbury’s, Justin King, has visited Horsham to run a mile with staff from the local branch and dozens of other runners in aid of Sport Relief. Before the race, Mr King spoke exclusively to The Resident and told Business Editor James Hood: “Taking part in local events like this helps me to engage with colleagues from stores across the country. “It also means that they get an opportunity to join me and be an important part of corporate events and activities like this. It’s a great way for us all to work together for this cause.” Mr King ran one mile in each of the company’s 32 regions over four days. Horsham was the 22nd leg of the
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journey. Staff members from stores in the region joined him at each stage of the run. Speaking about the challenge, Mr King said: “I’m not feeling too bad at this stage. My legs are aching a little but I’m fine. “I’ve been fortunate enough to visit places in Africa and India which are helped by the money raised by Sport Relief. “I am amazed at the big difference just a small amount of money can make to people’s lives there. So I’m so pleased I can contribute somehow and help raise vital funds.” Mike Lewis, commercial manager at Sainsbury’s in Horsham, ran with Justin and colleagues. He said: “There was a really good turnout, with staff members from across the region. I think the run turned out to be about 1.5 miles because of the size of the cricket pitch. “It’s a great privilege that Justin chose Horsham on his route and it’s always nice to have him here. When
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staff members see him it can be a real morale booster. “If you’ve got ideas he’ll always listen to what you have to say. He’s interested in people and is a great chief executive which is proven by our continued success as a business.” Sport Relief is a sister charity to Comic Relief and brings the nation together to take part in sporting activities that raise cash and change lives. The money is spent on people living incredibly tough lives, both in the UK and the world’s poorest countries.
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Poster challenge just child’s play Posters designed by children from Horsham district will be displayed in smoke-free play areas. Youngsters from seven schools entered a competition, with a winning design chosen in each of four age groups. The winners were Rachel Hughes, six, from Trafalgar Infant School,
Horsham; Bryony Banks, seven, from St Andrew’s Primary School, Steyning; Holly Greenfield, eight, from Slinfold Primary School; and Ava O’Donnell, 10, from St John’s Primary School, Horsham. Their posters will be made into signs and displayed in play areas across the district.
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Charity’s happy with town move Child bereavement charity Winston’s Wish welcomed the local community to its new offices in Springfield Road, Horsham. The event was an opportunity for community groups, businesses and professionals working with bereaved children to find out more about the support and services available. Among those attending were Cllr Claire Vickers, members of Horsham Rotary, representatives of Spofforths and Beaumont Select, teachers, funeral directors and volunteers. Cate Masheder, family services team leader, said: “We really have been welcomed with open arms to
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Girl Power at Collyer’s Collyer’s students supported International Women’s Day and raised almost £100 for Oxfam. Student Jennie Simmonds, pictured with Aqsa Rafiq, said: “We felt it was really important to raise awareness. Staff and students were really interested in our displays and were incredibly supportive.” Assistant principal Melanie Russell said: “The Collyer’s community have really embraced International Women’s Day. “Huge thanks must go to all of the students who have worked extremely hard.”
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Friday 23 March 2012
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A bright way to help the planet – and save money Horsham District Council has organised a glass lantern decorating workshop at Warnham Local Nature Reserve in the run-up to Earth Hour. The workshop will be held from 10am to 3pm on Saturday, March 31, before Earth Hour from 8.30pm to 9.30pm the same day. Earth Hour is an international campaign to promote action on climate
Library closing Storrington library will be closed for two-and-a-half weeks while new self-service machines are installed. The library will be shut from 5.30pm today (Friday) to 9.30am on Wednesday, April 11, when it will reopen with state-of-the-art terminals. People can borrow up to 20 books or DVDs before the temporary closure or visit libraries in Pulborough, Steyning and Billingshurst. For more information, including the opening hours of other libraries, phone 01903 743075 or visit www. westsussex.gov.uk/libraries
Andy McNiven, general manager of Slinfold Golf and Country Club, presented Billingshurst Primary School with new sports kit, including football, netball and hockey kits. The handover was part of the club’s yearlong sponsorship of the school. Sales manager Rosanna Tucker said: “As a club, we’re all about promoting healthy lifestyles and we value the opportunity to extend the virtues of sport. “It’s especially rewarding to focus this attention on children and help establish a culture of care for our health and fitness.”
change. Supporters want individuals and organisations across the world to turn off their lights and reduce carbon emissions. Rudgwick villagers, including some in the village hall, will join the celebration for the first time. Di Toms, from Sustainable Rudgwick, said: “It may sound like a cliché, but leaving lights on isn’t really very bright. “By switching on to switching off, people are not only helping with climate change but also with the change in their pocket, reducing their bills.” For details about the event in Rudgwick, phone 07765 861326 or email hello@sustainablerudgwick. org.uk For more information about Earth Hour, phone 01403 215281 or email gill.daniel@horsham.gov.uk
Fun with a purpose at Tanbridge House Year 10 students from Tanbridge House School enjoyed a careers fair with a variety of special guests. Vicky Edwards, assistant head teacher, said: “The event was fantastic. The students really benefited from seeing how our specialist subjects are relevant to and used throughout a variety of diverse careers. “I’d like to thank all of those who attended and delivered sessions for our students – Wabi, Creative Assembly, Brinsbury Farm, Chichester College and Sussex Apprenticeships.” Student Elliot Godden said: “It was a really interesting morning and a great way of learning how Science, Maths and ICT relate to everyday jobs. “I learnt how science techniques are used in cooking, just like Heston Blumenthal. It was lots of fun.” Students from Horsham primary schools got a taste of life at Tanbridge House when they attended the school’s Solving a Crime Day. Science teacher Chris Hackshaw said: “The young students all seemed to have a great day. It’s a lot of fun for
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Boost for adoption service West Sussex County Council’s adoption service has been judged as good, with some outstanding features, in an Ofsted inspection. The inspector found the service was well managed and provided a good service to children, birth parents, adopted adults and adopters. Cllr Peter Evans, county council Cabinet member, said: “It is reassuring for residents to know they will be working with a team of the highest standard when considering taking the life-changing decision to adopt a
child. “Adoption is open to more people than you might think. The key things the council considers are not age, gender and marital status, but whether you have the love, resilience and understanding. “In an ideal world, every child would grow up in a stable environment, loved by those around them. Sadly that isn’t always the case, which is why we always welcome prospective families seriously considering adoption.”
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Friday 23 March 2012
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Funding for businesses needs small change Nik Butler www.loudmouthman.com
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It is a Monday evening and I have typed several angry tweets regarding the choices and ‘ideas’ which abound from our government. The constant selling off or selling out of the assets and opportunities which this country worked hard to acquire appears to be re�lected in our county. This has me wondering; how do they expect services and features to be cheaper or more ef�icient when they cannot control the costs and we cannot elect the shareholders? At times I have been considered too liberal for the Conservatives or too conservative for the Liberals.
However my �lag has always been planted �irmly in the idea that the internet, the NHS and our education system are fundamentally important to keeping our heads held high in modern society. I am left frustrated and angry. I feel that enough is enough, that in 30 years of making an effort, contributing, playing fair and paying taxes I am helping to dig us out from under the debt incurred by the poor planning of previous and current governments. I am just about ready to give up, from banks which do nothing more than store my money and take a percentage, from a democracy which appears to accrue opportunities for fewer people and from an infrastructure that appears to leave an increasing burden on future generations. There were no deliberate plans that we should be here today, unless you prescribe to a more paranoid
conspiracy of ruling bodies. It is not possible to implement sweeping and sudden change in our current environment but if we look at one small problem and together contribute to it then we might make a small enough change to make a big enough difference. In this particular example “small change” is very appropriate. I am looking to the crowdfunding and micro-lending communities which are steadily supplanting our dependency on existing �inancial institutions. Microlending communities are providing a means for investing or borrowing and it is through websites like Zopa, Kiva and Crowdfunder that people may be changing the nature of how money is working. By enabling a means for community project costs to be covered, funding for new businesses or unsecured loans that can help with growth,
micro-lending provides the funding not through a single institution, but from a large number of people who each contribute a small amount of money. The lending sites take a small cut for the administration of this. It is the users who judge where the money should �low. Having personally dipped my toe in the water of Zopa, and in working with a startup which will be operating in that market, I am convinced that these small changes are uncomfortable for banks and traditional investors. If we can turn our back on the banks what other long-term institutions might we decide are past their prime? I wonder if Gandhi would appreciate that his oft-used quote “Be the change you want to see in the world” might now be interpreted as “Give the change to what you want to see in the world”.
Horsham is becoming an urban sprawl Thank you for the truth Leslé Digby Woodside Close, Storrington
Congratulations to Catherine Ross and to The Resident for publishing her article on March 9. It’s not often, especially in this neck of the woods, that the truth has been told about what this Toryled coalition is doing and how unfair their policies are to the very poorest and most in�irm people in our society.
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It is always tempting to view the past through rose-tinted specs. But few pictures could illustrate more graphically the decline of Horsham as a traditional market town than the contrasting photographs of the corner of Middle Street taken in 1951 and today (The Resident, March 2). The monochrome picture, taken over 60 years ago at a time of great
austerity, shows buildings of character, housing shops selling necessities, rather than pricey bric-abrac of no practical use. The life of many smaller shops can now be measured in months rather than years, courtesy of exorbitant rates imposed by our council. The store which dominated the corner of Middle Street in 1951 was a chemist, Evans, where as a young girl I used to take my collected rosehips in exchange for the princely sum of 6d – 2½p! On the opposite corner was the
furnishing store, Grants. The corner of Ye Olde King’s Head Hotel can also be seen – soon to be reopened as yet another Italian restaurant. Estate agents, posh county magazines and the like still like to refer to Horsham as “a charming Sussex market town”. Really? To my mind Horsham is fast becoming an urban sprawl, vacuumed by supermarkets and dominated by building societies, charity shops and boarded-up premises. What price progress?
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The North and South Downs are all that remain of a mighty dome of rock that once covered the South East of England. Lifted up by the same process that raised the Alps, the chalk that capped this great mound was once the bottom of a warm ocean. Over thousands of millennia, successive ice ages and warm periods took it in turns to wear down this high plateau, gradually washing the chalk and the forests that grew upon it into the sea. All that now remains of those forests is the occasional pebble of amber washed onto the beaches of the Solent. As the climate seesawed between frozen and warm, this dome was worn down to the ground level we see today in the Weald, where Horsham rests. The force that raised this dome was the inexorable force of continental drift but it is the weather that slowly dismantled it. The weather has shaped the very ground that Horsham sits on, yet from day to day it doesn’t seem to do an awful lot. You would be forgiven for thinking that the region had entered a time of eternal, stable tranquility and that all the landscaping of creation is complete. As part of the Brighton Science Festival in February, the Brighton Skeptics hosted a talk by Dr Matthew Pope in which he showed us evidence that the planet is heading for another ice age. In a compelling presentation he showed us, for example, that the valleys of the South Downs still bear the rubble from the thaws of previous ice ages and that they might one day bear the rubble of the city of Brighton. The idea of a looming ice age may seem to contradict what you have heard about global warming, but it doesn’t. On geological timescales, it is practically certain that the planet will endure further ice ages. On a timescale of centuries however, life on Earth faces a unique threat – one species of mammal rapidly warming the climate by discharging greenhouse gases into the atmosphere on an industrial scale. The evidence cannot be ignored and the implications are stark. Unless action is taken to avert the effects of man-made global warming, the question of how we might survive a future ice age will remain purely academic. At the next meeting of Horsham Skeptics in the Pub, we will be welcoming Dr Andrew Russell of Brunel University. He is a lecturer in Climate Science and will be talking about the evidence for global warming and examining some of the arguments against the consensus view. This talk is on Monday, April 2, at 8pm at the Tanners Arms and admission is £2 to cover speaker expenses. Come and join the debate.
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Friday 23 March 2012
Past & Present In case you missed it first time round, our popular historical feature from last year returns, featuring Horsham photographs 60 years apart.
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Business is blooming as landscaper branches out A landscape gardener from Horsham has set up his own business. He tells James Hood why he loves working outdoors come rain or shine, and that he can create the ‘open space’ of your dreams
Business It’s gettin’ hot in here – vendors across town vie for coffee title
The competition to �ind Horsham’s best cup of coffee is in full swing and there is not long left to vote for your favourite. As part of Caffe Italia, in association with Piazza Italia, The Resident wants to know which vendor the people of Horsham think serves up the
best cup of Joe. Anyone who votes is automatically entered into a prize draw and could win a Nespresso coffee maker. The winning café, restaurant or shop will be crowned Horsham’s king of coffee and will receive the grand coffee bean trophy, which can be displayed for one year. Last year’s winner was Santa Fe, the café on the �irst �loor of Waterstones. Will they triumph again this year or will another vendor prove to provide the best beans in town. To vote for your favourite cup of coffee, go along to your favourite venue and �ill out a form. Or visit www. the-resident.co.uk/coffee where you can vote online. Just some of the businesses that have entered include The Lounge at The Company Hairdressing, Beeches Buffet, The Real Eating Company, Jo Jo’s near Horsham Station, Starbucks, Marks and Spencer Café and Santa Fe.
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He’s been a landscape gardener since he left school and now, after almost 15 years in the business, Daniel Clark is going it alone having set up his own company - Open Space. Now matter how big or small your garden or how modern or traditional you want it to look, Daniel’s your man. He’s worked at some of the most prestigious shows in the country, including the Chelsea and Hampton Court �lower shows, where he and his colleagues have been wowing crowds with their creations for years. Daniel, who grew up and lives in Horsham, has experience working on a wide spectrum of properties. Whether it’s a sprawling estate in the Sussex countryside or a townhouse on the Thames in Putney, Dan can turn his green �ingers to any project. He said: “The range of landscaping I can do is very broad. I’ve been doing this a long time so I can work on small decks for people who just want to sit out in their garden or the
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complete re-design and landscaping of a large open space. Over the years I’ve worked on all types of gardens, everywhere from the coast to places like Notting Hill, and everyone wants something different so people can trust me to listen to want it is they want, and deliver that.” Daniel added that for many people, their garden has more potential than they could ever imagine. “I’ve worked for a lot of people who say they had no idea how spacious, beautiful or functional their gardens could be until we had �inished. Sometimes it can take a professional to spot ways you can utilise space more effectively or install something like a water feature to make you realise just how great your garden can be. “Because I’m in the business of landscaping, I also keep an eye out for new trends and all the latest materials that can be used. So my clients can have a really modern garden if that’s what they are looking for.” The landscape gardener says that it
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Want to get ahead? You’ll need to get some style
First impressions certainly count in business and they can make or break a deal. “Our inner worth is judged by outer packaging,” said Emma Rogers of leading colour and image consultancy House of Colour at Business Builder Club’s March meeting at Pizza Express in East Street, Horsham. “It takes just 90 seconds to form a �irst impression of somebody and three elements go towards forming it, added guest presenter Emma, who manages the Horsham and Worthing franchise for the global brand. “How we look, how we speak and what we say. Of those, the visual element counts 55% towards our �irst impression, how we speak, 35% and just 7-10% for what we say. When we go out, we tell the world what we think about ourselves, so the way we present ourselves is vital.” Presentation was part of history and culture, Emma told members. In former times, we’d be �ined for wearing the wrong clothes. The same holds true today but in a different way, in that a business pitch may have failed because the way we had dressed had not suited the occasion.
Emma explained how clothes acted as armour, protecting us when we were in public. “A necklace, scarf or tie is a jugular protector for the neck,” she said. “When you take it off, you are more vulnerable. The same holds true for a jacket, while your belt is your ammunition, and taking your shoes off can make you feel literally down at heel.” We silently inform others about our status, con�idence and credibility by the way we dress. “It’s all a question of what is right for you in telling the other person that you are trustworthy,” Emma added. In offering some key top tips for members, she divulged: “Women should avoid the overstuffed handbag, which shows a sign of insecurity. For men, your best investment is your shirt.” The colour wheel that Emma showed members divides shades into the four seasons and is used to help her match her clients to those most suitable for them. She added: “Ultimately, my aim is to give people the lifelong con�idence to buy clothes for themselves. But whatever you wear, your body architecture stays the same.” Emma offers a range of consultancies, from a colour analysis class, personal style day and skin care and make-up class for women, to colour and style day and fast track style for men. For more information visit www. houseofcolour.co.uk
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New site creates stand-alone lettings office for Henry Adams Premier residential lettings specialist, Henry Adams, has opened a bespoke Lettings office in the heart of Horsham. The new office heralds the launch of the only stand-alone lettings office based in the Carfax. The Henry Adams lettings team is relocating from offices currently shared with their residential sales and chartered surveyor colleagues, which have been well established in
the town since the early 1970s. It was formerly known as Henry Smith. The new office also builds on the major expansion of Henry Adams lettings services earlier this year, which has seen the independent agency open two new Lettings offices at Billingshurst and Haslemere, as well as acquiring the lettings portfolio of Fowlers Estate Agents in Storrington. Howard Ball, partner at Henry Adams in Horsham, said: “Moving offices
in Horsham marks another important step in the company’s growth. “It gives us a strong platform to demonstrate the high levels of service and satisfaction that we strive to achieve and as the new office is situated in a prominent location in the Carfax, it will provide a very visual display of our properties to let.” Richard Town, lettings manager, added: “We’re looking forward to welcoming landlords and tenants to
our new ‘home’ for advice and assistance, and naturally we’ll continue to work closely with our sales colleagues to provide comprehensive and ethical advice tailored to individual’s requirements.” For more information or for a free rental valuation call Henry Adams on 01403 282500 or call in to the new office.
Expert review of the 2012/2013 Budget Pensioners and property owners take the spotlight in this year’s announcement. With no great surprises and a few details yet to be ironed out, Spofforths’ Bryan Elkins examines the Chancellor’s rather low-key Budget
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It was always going to be a cautious Budget this year. The Chancellor had little room for manoeuvre at a time when everyone is tightening the purse strings. And due to previous announcements, there wasn’t a great deal of further change that will affect the 2012/2013 tax year. So there have been few great surprises in his recent announcements. The press had speculated that the super-rich would be hit the hardest. In fact, they got off quite lightly – although the government has pledged to clamp down on tax avoidance and there has been another, seven per cent, tier added on to any stamp duty paid on properties over £2 million. A welcome relief to many people is
that this Budget will start to reduce the margin between the cost of living and their earnings, although the benefit won’t arise for another year as the allowance of taxable income will be raised. This essentially gives those earning less than about £42,000 an additional £1,000 before they start paying tax. For those on an income of £150,000 or more, the top tax rate will be reduced from 50 per cent (its current rate) to 45 per cent. But for older people, there will be an effective reduction in pensioner’s future tax-free allowance due to the freeze on agerelated allowances. This will not be a popular move! A point likely to create some debate is the change to child benefits. If you
have an income of £50,000 or more, the benefit will be gradually phased out. What this doesn’t consider is the possibility of double-income families. For example if a couple both earn £49,000 they will still qualify for child benefit. If one parent earns £60,000, they will not. Another interesting move was the suggestion of introducing a personal tax statement for everyone. The document would provide details of tax paid and how that money has been spent by the government. Whether the cost of such an exercise can be justified will be the subject of much discussion. There have been some promising changes for business and companies. Sole traders and small partnerships with a turnover of up to £77,000 could have their affairs simplified and possibly pay less tax based on the amount of cash they take. There has been talk of a fixed standard expenses deduction. This means there will be a more simple way of removing tax deductible costs from profits and avoid some administration costs. The reduction in the top rate of Corporation Tax and other corporate tax changes will encourage large companies to invest and trade in the UK, which in itself will hopefully create additional employment for all. There has also been an exciting scheme announced for young people who have the motivation to start a business. The government is offering a loan to help them get their idea off the ground, which I suspect will work in a similar way to the student loan system. It’s a great incentive for young people who might be finding it difficult to get work in the current economic climate. All in all it was not one of the most exciting Budget announcements. Perhaps some of the best news is what was not changed. There was no movement on capital gains tax or pensions relief, which was widely anticipated. There were promises made for which the details have yet to be ironed out - and the devil is always in the detail. Many of these changes are not due to come into effect until April 2013, when we will find out if they really have a positive impact. For more information on Spofforths’ services visit www.spofforths. co.uk call 01403 253282 or email bryanelkins@spofforths.co.uk
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Business
Cash flow keeping you awake? 10 years of solid customer service for Purely Financial can help Horsham company
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Picture this. Your cash balance is declining. You and your in-house finance team don’t fully understand why. Your accountant who looks after your year-end accounts and tax isn’t close enough to your business. You appoint a cash management expert for six days to help prepare a detailed cash flow forecast and are shocked when it shows you will breach banking facilities in the next four weeks and by a large margin. Your expert suggests you require additional funding. What do you do next? Cue Purely Financial. This is the scenario they were faced with when the company in question called them for help after receiving a strong word of mouth recommendation. Just in time. Gary Tomlinson, co-director at Purely Financial relives the experience and told The Resident: “Cash flow is a complex subject. You see, the advice they received was incorrect. Additional funding was not required.” But the cash flow forecast carried out by the expert suggested a funding gap in the order of three quarters of a million pounds. Surely they can’t be that wrong! Mr Tomlinson went on to say: “That’s because a very basic cash flow forecast was prepared without a thorough understanding of the business. Yes it did include all the receipts and payments that were expected, but the timing assumptions were all wrong. “Our first three days were spent meeting staff in all departments, listening and questioning, and also reviewing a large amount of information including customer and supplier contracts. We did this to gain a thorough understanding of the business and what drives its cash flow – not only to resolve the current shortfall but make recommendations to reverse the downward trend. We then presented our plan to the Board who were surprised with what we had found.” “We identified that the business had been raising its invoices on the day that payment was contractually due rather than invoicing in good time before the due date – and had
been doing so for years. In some cases this was delaying receipts by up to 90 days. Remember this is a business with its own in-house finance team, an external accountant and had just been through a review with a cash management expert. We worked with the client and talked to their customers to accelerate receipts. We also talked to significant suppliers to agree revised payment terms. This is very different to paying suppliers late.” Trevor Mitchell,14:29 Mr Tomlinson’s Advert AW 2/3/12 Page 1 business partner added: “Cash management in this instance was about
gaining an extremely thorough understanding of the business and then communicating with the client’s team, its customers and suppliers. By the end of the initial four week period the cash balance was £2 million better than the original forecast.” Purely Financial offers a free initial Business Advice consultation with a Chartered Accountant. You can use this to request advice on cash flow. For more information about Purely Financial visit their website at www. purelyfinancial.co.uk or contact them on 0844 487 4141.
A Horsham double-glazing and conservatories business is celebrating 10 years in business. Taylor Made Double Glazing was set up a decade ago by Kevin Taylor, who believes its success is down to the first-class service they provide. “We have always put customers and customer service first. We’ve remained a small, family-run company, so people know they can always talk to me, which has built up a great deal of trust”, Mr Taylor told The Resident. Taylor Made Double Glazing provides an installation service for doors, conservatories and windows across Sussex and Surrey. Products are available in PVCU, copper, aluminium and hardwood. Mr Taylor has more than 20 years’
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experience in the business and says he still enjoys it almost two decades later. He added: “I meet different people everyday and get to do something I enjoy. That probably shows in the service we provide and the end result. “We only work with skilled installers and use the highest quality products. So people have come to rely on us for a superb finish.” Today the company is run by both Kevin and wife Zoe. He says that partnership has strengthened the business and that customers benefit from a more personal service. He added: “We are both committed to providing an exceptional service. Together hopefully we can make it through the next ten years!”
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From studying to songs – local band is ready for the big time Eleanor Kelso Music Reporter
Moments Too Late are a four piece pop punk band from West Sussex. Aston, Dom and brothers, Harry and Sam formed the band in 2010 and have since been juggling band practice and their studies like pros. Their sound has evolved over the last couple of years and the band says when they started out, they sounded ‘poppy’ and that a rock and punk influence fed in gradually. “We sounded like McFly,” explained Sam, “our sound has definitely changed. And we have beards now.” Moments Too Late recently won a music competition set up by Your Choice, who promote safe ways for young people in West Sussex to have fun and keep fit. The prize was a day at the Ford Lane Recording Studios which gave the band the opportunity to record and produce a single with the help of Rob Quickenden, resident engineer at Ford Lane. The band chose to record, ‘You & Me’, a slower paced song mainly written by guitarist and vocalist, Aston. “It’s more ballad-like,” said Harry. “We wanted to take the chance to experiment.” Moments Too Late want to create their own unique sound but like all bands and artists, are influenced by
other musicians. You Me At Six, Kids In Glass Houses and Francesqa are some of many. Each member of the band brings their own tastes in to the mix as well. Bassist, Dom, who attends music college, likes a variety of music from jazz to motown to ‘stuff from the 80s.’ He admits that sometimes he wants to be more experimental than other band members, but respects the genre the band has settled on. Sam admitted there have been some ‘creative issues’ between him and his brother Harry, but nothing that can’t be solved over a band meeting and a game of Fifa. There’s also the issue of their target fan base being too young to get in to some of the venues they play. But while most of Moment Too Late’s fans are in their teens, the band are open to the idea of the fan base extending beyond age eighteen, especially as their music matures and evolves. The band continue to experiment and record when they can and recently recorded their debut single ‘Water And Waves’ with producer Matt O’Grady, who has worked with You Me At Six. The single is now available on iTunes. MTL are always looking for opportunities to perform live. Their next gig is at The Forum, Tunbridge Wells, on March 23. You can find them on Facebook and Twitter or at www.momentstoolate.com
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Concord of sweet sounds in Horsham’s Drill Hall Patrick Wynne-Jones Review
Last Friday evening Horsham’s Drill Hall on Denne Road resounded, not to marching feet, but to the pure and delicate sound of the orchestral harp. In a recital sponsored by the Countess of Munster Trust and organised by The Horsham Music Circle in its 70th anniversary season, rising young star Mélissa Kenny gave a virtuoso performance on the evocative instrument. Of English and French parentage, recipient of the Leverhulme Trust Orchestral Mentorship Scholarship and trained both at Toulouse-le Mirail University and at Greenwich’s Trinity Leban Conservatoire, Ms Kenny’s repertoire was as international as her professional background. The programme included works by Austria-based Englishman Elias Parish-Alvars (billed in his day as ‘The Liszt of the Harp’), a musical meditation on the ruined Bamyan Buddist statues in Afghanistan by French composer Philippe Hersant , Claude Debussy’s movingly lyrical ‘Premiére Arabesque’, works by German and Spanish composers Louis
Spohr and Manuel de Falla and Russian composer Ekaterina WalterKüne’s haunting ‘Fantasy on Themes from the Opera Eugene Onegin’. Appreciation is due to the Countess of Munster Musical Trust Recital Scheme for the funding which made it possible for a Horsham audience to experience the work of this remarkably talented young musician. Ms Kenny’s recital was part of the Horsham Music Circle’s 2012 programme. For more information visit www.horsham-music-circle.org.uk
Jane Austen’s classic novel Sense and Sensibility will be coming to The Hawth on Sunday, April 22. The production is presented by The Rosemary Branch Theatre in association with Tennison’s Quirk and Yvonne Arnaud Theatre. The play, directed by Helen Tennison, follows two sisters, Elinor and Marianne and their search for love in a time where financial fortune was all that mattered. This version has been designed by Ellan Parry (Linsbury
An Evening Of Motown Magic at The Holbrook Club, Horsham (Members £5/Non-Members £7) The Embers as The Almost Elvis Band at Storrington First School 8pm Start
Startled Hamsters at The Star, 130 High Street, Steyning Saturday 24th March
Railroad at The Malt Shovel, Horsham
Chinchilla Zilla at The Queen’s Head, Horsham
Something Blue at The Tanners Arms, Horsham Bad Boy Boogie (support from Solice) at The Holbrook Club, Horsham £6
The Embers - Maison 48 (RSPCA Charity Event) at The Xtra Time Bar, Broadbridge Heath Sunday 25th March
Stan’s Showcase featuring: Aly Star, Nick Paxton, Rubbersidedown, The Long Goodbye at The Anchor Hotel, Horsham Tuesday 27th 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 Wednesday 28th March
Open Mic Night with Terry at The Tanners Arms, Horsham Open Mic at The Dragon, Colgate Thursday 29th March
Sense and Sensibility with
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Prize finalist 2011) with original music by Ben Davies (adapted by Roger Parsley and Andy Graham). Sense and Sensibility comes from the same team that produced Multi Award nominated ‘Breakfast with Emma’ and a cast featuring Mia Austen, James Burton and Jason Eddy. Tickets are £15 (discounts £12.50, family of four £40) and available from The Hawth box office on 01293 553636 or online at www.hawth. co.uk
Tell Wolves Tales, Jak Paxton, Something I’m Not at The Anchor Hotel, Market Square, Horsham Tanner’s Live Lounge at The Tanners Arms, Horsham Friday 30th March
High-Octane-Junkies at The Malt Shovel, Horsham
John Stapleton’s Rhythm & Blues Party at The Tanners Arms, Horsham
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Belle and her beast come to Horsham The enchanting Beauty and the Beast is coming to Horsham’s Capitol this Easter break. The stage version of the Disney classic includes all the songs that audiences around the world have come to love, including Be our Guest, Something There and, of course, the hit Beauty and the Beast. It’s a tale as old as time and one that is adored by people everywhere. This particular production has been arranged by the Showdown Theatre Arts company. The musical tells the story of Belle, a small town girl in provincial France who stumbles upon a Beast’s castle. Banished there by an evil spell, the Beast will only return to his life as a prince if he can find true love. Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice. Showdown Theatre Arts is now in its fourth year of providing performing arts training for young
people aged three to 21 and is fast becoming recognised as a leading performing academy in Surrey and West Sussex. The company was founded as an opportunity for young people to train in all three disciplines of the arts while also being able to take to the stage and experience performing in a professional environment. The school has at least two full-scale musical productions a year with many other performance opportunities throughout the year. All classes are taught by trained or working professionals with a focus is to provide a platform for young people who would like to pursue a career in the performing arts as well as providing valuable skills that will enrich any child’s future. Alongside the main school is Showdown Management, the school’s agency where your child can be represented for professional work. Past students have secured work in the West End (Billy Elliot
& The Wizard of Oz) and Recording sessions for the recently released ‘Voice in a Million’ album ‘Smile’ as well as on film and TV. Showdown students won the ‘Diversity of Dance’ award at the national competition ‘Dance for Life’, performed at London’s O2 Arena for the past three years and made the top ten live finalist’s out of hundreds of entries for talent competition Surrey’s Got Talent. They have also performed Aladdin, Fame, Footloose and High School Musical to name a few. They also run an international exchange programme with the Baltimore School for the Arts. If you would like to join a Showdown school and perform call 01483 893688. Beauty and the Beast is showing on Tuesday, April 3 and Wednesday, April 4. Tickets are £12 (£10 concessions) and are available at www.thecapitolhorsham.com or by calling 01403 750220.
The Bedford turn the Radio up Charlotte Schroeter
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Replica Radio, The Bedford, 17/3
Replica Radio at The Bedford
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Covers band, Replica Radio, played at The Bedford on Saturday, March 17 to a large crowd of people who seemed to love their high energy rocked up music. They played a mix of tunes including
modern hits and the old classics. Bassist, Russ Stedman said: “We’re really excited to play in Horsham again. This is our second time playing here as a band and we’re hoping Horsham will love us! It’s always difficult playing to a new crowd but we’re glad that The Bedford has taken a risk and let us play.” And they didn’t disappoint. I enjoyed their mix of pop and rock, two
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music genres that I just love. Some of the audience were up on their feet dancing too although they were reluctant at first, Play That Funky Music drew them to the front to dance. The audience were not put off by the slight technical hitch near the beginning of the set and the band that recovered really well. Guitarist Dan Denning was a fantastic player and drummer Jason Day provided a strong beat for the band with Russ providing the essential bass. Singer Hebe Jones belted out the tunes and sounded amazing and backing vocals provided by Russ and Dan complimented her really well. They played much loved classics such as I Love Rock N Roll, Sweet Home Alabama, Tainted Love, 99 Red Balloons, Living on a Prayer and Summer of 69 as well as more recent tunes including Adele’s Rolling in The Deep, Amy Winehouse’s Valerie, Lady Gaga’s Poker Face, Rihanna’s Umbrella and Jessie J’s Price Tag. They also played Telephone, a song I just can’t get out of my head at the moment and they covered two popular Kings of Leon songs, Use Somebody and Sex on Fire which I also loved. Overall a great night of music and I would recommend you check them out. They will be playing at The Malt Shovel on April 28 and you can also visit www.replicaradio.co.uk and their Facebook page www.facebook.com/ replicaradio
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Join us on 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.
LITTLE BELTER Sunday 1 April 8pm Critically acclaimed artist Elouise takes on some of the biggest, most difficult show-stopping melodies ever written. In an unforgettable musical journey she performs ballads by the likes of Barbara Streisand, Judy Garland and Dusty Springfield.
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.
Box Office 01403 750220 www.thecapitolhorsham.com an eVeninG Of BURlesQUe Thursday 26 April 8pm It’s all tease, no sleaze, as corsets, killer heels and stockings aplenty, sultry vocals, breathtaking choreography, mischief, magic, frivolity and fun collide in this sizzling spectacular show. Over 18s only.
Blake Friday 27 April 8pm Famous worldwide for creating unique harmony versions of pop, classical and West-End anthems, these four unmistakably British singers take you on a 2 hour musical rollercoaster. Featuring the most popular songs from their 3 Top Ten albums, plus exclusive new material from their hugely anticipated 4th album.
The fUReys & daVey aRThUR Sunday 29 April 7.30pm Legends of Irish Music, bring their show of music, songs and stories to The Capitol for the first time. Don’t miss your opportunity to hear them sing all their hits including When You Were Sweet 16, The Green fields of France, The Old Man and Steal Away.
CINEMA Friday 23 - Thursday 30 March Bel ami (15) diGiTal Daily (not Thu) 5pm & 7.30pm Plus Sat 2.30pm Thu 2pm & 4.30pm
cOnTRaBand (15) diGiTal Daily 5.30pm & 8.15pm Plus Sat 3pm
TJ hiGGs Wednesday 25 April 7.30pm Described as “A Thoroughly Modern Medium”, Tracy J Higgs brings a uniqueness through Mediumship to her audience. Delivering messages from loved ones with the utmost accuracy, compassion and finer detail, TJ leaves her audience in no doubt that she connects with spirit.
Family Film Fun mR POPPeRs PenGUins (PG) Sat 10.30am All Seats £2
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Entertainment
Swing back to the Rat Pack
Marky Mark is no more as Walhberg toughens up
Mark Wahlberg has officially shaken off his Marky Mark nickname. From now on, he should quite rightly be known as the Comeback Kid. The former Calvin Klein model, rapper and bad boy has carved out an ideal niche for himself, acting in gritty, intelligent films. Moving on from music in the nineties, Wahlberg has since starred in critically acclaimed films The Basketball Diaries and Marin Scorcese’s The Departed. The star has also tried his hand successfully at directing and producing and was part of the original team that conceived and produced television’s
Entourage. He picks his roles carefully. And now, he returns again in Contraband. It’s no Entourage. Very little light entertainment going on here. What it is, however, is a gripping thriller, in which Wahlberg must race against time to raise enough cash to save his brother-in-law from certain death at the hands of a drug lord. He’s retained his physique after all these years, but it’s brain over brawn that helps him fight the bad guys in Contraband. And strangely, despite the fact he is an ex-criminal, the audience can’t help but be on his side. That could be because he’s married to the lovely Kate Beckinsale who is pursued by the drug dealers after her brother in what is some tense and uncomfortable viewing. It might be a tad on the dark side, but it’s a great performance by Walhberg and comes to a nail-biting conclusion – I shall say no more in case I spoil it for you. Go and see it at The Capitol this week.
There are plenty of opportunities over the next few months to see some great musical acts at The Capitol, starting with The Rat Pack Is Back, the longest running Rat Pack tribute act in Europe. Join the kings of cool with their swinging band and Vegas showgirls when they perform on Saturday, April 14. Vocal group Blake will be at The Capitol on Friday, April 27 to sing popular songs from their three top 10 albums as well as songs from their new album which has been highly anticipated. If Irish music is more to your liking then book tickets to see Fureys and Davey Arthur on Sunday, April 29 as they sing hits such as When You Were Sweet 16, The Green Fields of France and Steal Away. Or if you’re a Pink Floyd fan, head to see the UK’s number one tribute
band Think Floyd performance on Friday, May 11. They will be showcasing a whole range of classic tracks including Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here and The Wall. To celebrate 50 years of music from 1962-2012, The Manfreds will be at The Capitol on Friday, June 8 for another musical evening. If music isn’t your thing then check out the wildlife talk with TV’s Bill Oddie and his producer Stephen Moss as they talk about all things wildlife from dormice to whales. The evening is entitled Bill Oddie Un-plucked and is being held on Tuesday, April 24. And finally, on offer is An Evening of Burlesque on Thursday, April 26 featuring spectacular vocals, choreography, mischief and magic. For tickets and further information 01403 750220 or visit www.thecapitolhorsham.com
Next few months will be music mad at The Capitol
The longest running Rat Pack tribute band in Europe, The Rat Pack Is Back, will be performing at The Capitol on Saturday, April 14. The show, which will begin at 7.30pm, features both comedy and music from the Rat Pack era.
Back in the day, the likes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. ruled the entertainment world and you can see them impersonated right down to their mannerisms by artists chosen to portray the singing stars.
Also featuring the Don Hunt Swing band, enjoy a night of music and Vegas showgirls for only £18.50. For tickets call the box office on 01403 750220 or visit www.thecapitolhorsham.com
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Contraband A young journalist (Robert Pattinson) rises to power from poverty by manipulating the most glamorous and influential woman. He goes on to become one of the most successful men in Paris. Also starring Christina Ricci and showing from Friday, March 23 to Thursday, March 29.
Mr Popper’s Penguins Chris Farraday (Mark Wahlberg) is forced back into running contraband and revisiting his life of crime after his brother-in-law botches a drug deal. He heads to Panama to get the money to pay off the debt. This movie looks action packed so a must see for fans of the genre. Showing from Tuesday, March 20 to Thursday, March 29.
This family fun movie starring funny man Jim Carrey returns to The Capitol for one day only, Saturday, March 24. The life of a businessman changes when he inherits six penguins and transforms his apartment into a winter wonderland.
For more information or to book tickets visit www.thecapitolhorsham.com or call The Box Office on 01403 750220
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Events
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25th March
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
An ‘Introduction to Amphibians and How to Survey for them’ course is taking place at Woods Mill, Hen�ield. The event will take place from 3.30pm to 10.30pm. Tickets are £25 for members and £35 for nonmembers. To book, call 01273 497561.
27th March
Storrington Old School Reunion
27th March
Horsham Junior Baseball
27th March
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.
The start of the training season for Horsham Junior Baseball Club, at Ing�ield Manor School, Five Oaks, near Billingshurst. One of the largest baseball programmes in the UK, suitable for boys and girls aged 6-16. Youngsters of all abilities welcome. 01403 784945, www.horshambaseball.co.uk
The next presentation from the Mary How Trust Film Society will be My Week With Marilyn (15) at West Chiltington Village Hall; screenings at 3pm and 7.30pm. Tickets £5.00, including membership. Tickets on the door or call 01798 877641. For more info see www.maryhowtrust.org
23rd March
Mary How Trust Quiz Night
Band Night at The Holbrook Club
An Introduction to Amphibians
AGM - Members only Monday 26th March - 8pm start Easter Egg Hunt for all ages Sunday 8th April - 12 noon start All Welcome British Legion Coffee Morning Saturday 14th April - 10am start All Welcome Race Night - Great Fun For All Saturday 14th April - 8pm start
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The Rotary Club of Horsham present a Charity Quiz Night in aid of the Phase Two of the Holy Trinity Church Lower Beeding Repair Project & Appeal. The questions will suit a variety of ages so make sure you have a good age spread in your team! Max team size is 8 people. Come along as a team or we will put people together and create a Team.
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29th March
Wildlife walkabouts
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).
31st March Jumble Sale
Jumble sale in Colgate Village Hall starting at 1.00pm. Refreshments available. Admission 50p. All proceeds in aid of the Village Hall maintenance fund.
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Events
Add your event to our online Events page, free of charge at www.the-resident.co.uk/events 31st March
Haydn’s ‘Creation’
1st April
Arthur Lodge’s Animal Farm
1st April
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
Arthur Lodge Veterinary Surgery host a mobile animal farm as part of the Rotary Club’s Charity Market. Situated in Horsham’s Carfax from 10am-4pm, including a calf, donkey, sheep, goat, chickens, ducks, rabbits, guinea pigs and a dog. Experts will also answer questions and offer advice.
A local produce fayre in Partridge Green Village Hall from 12-4pm. Featuring a Dark Star bar, local produce stalls including Just Brownies, Taste of the Weald - British Cheeses, Cupcakes by Sharon Walker Cakes. Also handmade craft products, soaps, furnishings, refreshments and a BBQ. See facebook.com/ beerandbunting for more info.
2nd April
Climate Change - The Evidence and the ‘Sceptics’
3rd April
Sussex Wildlife Trust Holiday Club
7th April
A look at the evidence for climate change and an examination of some of the most common arguments against the scienti�ic consensus. With Dr Andy Russell, lecturer in climate science at Brunel University. 8pm at The Tanners Arms, Horsham. £2 per person to cover speaker expenses. For more info see www.horsham.skepticsinthepub.org
Sussex Wildlife Trust’s Easter Holiday Club, taking place at Owlbeech and Leechpool Woods, Horsham, from 10.30-12.30. Open air activities, games and the opportunity to learn about wildlife. For more info visit www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk or call 01273 497561. Booking essential.
Southwater Horticultural Society’s Spring Show at the Village Hall, Church Lane, Southwater. The show will be open from 2pm and will feature spring �lowers, crafts and cookery. Tickets are 50p for adults, children go free. For details and forms to take part, call 01403 710266.
9th April
Storrington Rotary Club Car Boot Sale
14th April
Spring Flower Show
14th April
A popular event for buyers and sellers - 8am to 12pm - Storrington Library car park. Free for buyers. Sellers cars £7, vans from £10. Contact Marion Milton 01798815583 to reserve your spot. All proceeds go to charitable causes supported by Rotary.
Warnham’s Spring Flower Show is taking place at Warnham Village Hall. The event will take place from 2pm-4.30pm and will feature spring �lowers, handicrafts, children’s exhibits, refreshments, cookery and a raf�le. Entry is free but donations are welcome.
Cats Protection Horsham Branch are holding a fundraising sale at North Heath Hall, St. Marks Lane, Horsham at 2-4pm. Home-made cakes, tombola, raf�le, gifts, bric-a-brac, toys, jewellery, games, CDs, DVDs and books. Free entry but donations of cat food or litter warmly received. For more info see www.cats.org.uk/ horsham
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The annual Model Railway Exhibition is being held on Saturday, April 14 and Sunday, April 15 at Tanbridge House School. The exhibition will be open 10am-5pm on Saturday and 10am-4.30pm on Sunday. Tickets are £5.50 for adults, £3.50 for children and £15 for families. For more info, visit www.crawleymrs.org.uk
Billingshurst Macmillan Support Group are holding a �ilm night at 7.30pm at The Village Hall, Billingshurst. Tickets £5.50, available from www.touringcinema.com, Mansell McTaggart or on the door. The �ilm for April will be The Artist.
Sale of good quality ladies’ accessories to raise funds for Home Start Crawley, Horsham and Mid-Sussex. 10am - 1pm at St John’s the Evangelist Church, Church Hall, Spring�ield Road, Horsham. Entry: 50p for adults, children under 16 free. For further details call 01293 416327 or email info@ homestartCHAMS.org.uk
Model Railway Exhibition
Charity Film Night
Beer and Bunting
Horticultural Society Spring Show
Catstravaganza Fundraising Sale
Belts, Bags and Baubles
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Property Looking for a rural lifestyle at an affordable price? Are you looking for something quirky and full of character? Would you love a rural country retreat, but still have the comfort of neighbours? This intriguing split level 1769sq ft apartment is incredibly unique. It was initially
I am considering buying to let and would like some information about the Sussex rental market.
There has been an increase in demand for smaller, lower rent properties in Sussex as many people are choosing to downsize due to �inancial constraints. Tenants are aware of their budgets and are being careful not to stretch to a property beyond their means. As a result, one and two bedroom properties are in high demand all over Sussex and rent levels remain strong. Higher rent properties are less in demand as tenants are being a lot more cautious with their �inances in general. There is evidence of people moving to new areas for new jobs and many tenants are renting while they save a deposit to buy their own home. In some areas of Sussex there are now fewer applicants and, a knock on effect of the current �inancial climate, is that a signi�icant number of these applicants are unemployed, have poor credit history or both. Worryingly, some landlords are also facing �inancial problems and are struggling to pay for even essential works. Some parts of parts of Sussex are experiencing a signi�icant increase in property stock and investor enquiries, the highest that has been seen in a couple of years. This is despite the fact that a number of landlords are withdrawing their properties from the rental market and putting them on the sales market. These are mostly landlords who reluctantly turned to lettings when they were unable to sell and have now decided to test the water again. It is anticipated that they will come back to lettings as the sales market continues to �lounder. There is a good level of interest from investors in all parts of Sussex – both existing landlords looking to increase their portfolios and �irst timers. In summary, although it is evident that the current �inancial climate is affecting some aspects of the rental market, now is a great time to become a Landlord. For information on this or any other aspect of Letting or Renting contact Kathy on 01403 217585 or 01483 274444 or email kathytaylor@ leaders.co.uk Leaders 18a Market Square, Horsham,West Sussex RH12 1EU 01403 217585 www.leaders.co.uk
dismissed by the current owners when they were looking to buy but they eventually viewed it, fell in love and have now lived at the property for 15 years. Since living in ‘The Mount’ they have established the most beautiful garden which is just a few short paces from the front door. It is their private garden measuring approximately half an acre and includes a bar built from period timbers, extended views across stunning countryside and an abundance of beautiful trees and plants. The property itself is full of character features, including thick oak �loor panelling, original �ireplaces in the bedrooms and bathroom, are just to name a few. The split level accommodation is spacious, the dining room has previously been used as a third bedroom but the principle
sleeping accommodation is on the top �loor with the most fantastic views. Priced at £399,950 and offered for sale via Woodlands Estate Agents, call now to view this stunning property on 01403 270270.
Lenders raise their rates – is it time to review your mortgage? Clive Hancocks from Mortgage Solutions Limited comments on the recent announcement that Halifax has increased its Standard Variable Rate. “The announcement of a rise in the Halifax Standard Variable Rate (SVR) came as something of a surprise but provides a reminder of just how things can change. The rise from 3.5% to 3.99% is estimated to increase the cost of their average borrower’s mortgage by £16 per month and although this will be unwelcome for those affected, the new rate is still one of the lowest in the market. Many people will be asking why this has happened now when the Bank of England Base Rate (BBR) remains at an all time low and it has been suggested that we will see no rise until possibly 2014. When the BBR was slashed in 2008, noone realistically expected rates to remain at these low levels for any length of time! The reality is that, such has been the economic impact of the �inancial crisis, Central Banks around the world have been forced to hold down rates and provide massive �inancial assistance to support their
economies to prevent mass unemployment and a collapse in living standards and spending power. Mortgage borrowers have been one of the main bene�iciaries of low interest rates. Four years ago the typical SVR was around 7%, today it is around 4.1%. This reduction has enabled many borrowers to weather the �inancial downturn far better than if central bank intervention had not taken place. Lenders like Halifax have been faced with increased costs, including having to pay depositors to attract savings and supporting large retail and branch network distribution costs. All lenders are under pressure to maintain their margins and it appears that we have reached the point where one of the UK’s largest lenders is making the �irst move in what will be a slow but inevitable upward movement. For those borrowers who are on SVR many will be able to do an internal product transfer to a �ixed rate for a set period, which may mean little or no increase in
monthly outgoings. Others may wish to look at remortgage opportunities available with other lenders. Some, due to their level of equity, employment or personal credit circumstances, will not bene�it in the short term from a product transfer or will be unable to remortgage elsewhere. They will have to stay put and incur this increase and any future increase that the lender chooses to levy, until such time as they can consider alternatives. To �ind out how these recent rate increases affect you or to review your current mortgage please call Clive Hancocks from Mortgage Solutions Limited, 13 West Street, Horsham, RH12 1PB. Tel: 01403 241414 www.mortgagesolutionsltd.co.uk Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. A fee of up to £95 may be charged for arranging your mortgage. An additional fee of up to £295 may be charged on completion, the amount will depend on your individual circumstances.
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Steyning, West Sussex
Stunning Grade II* listed period property Horsham 15 miles, Brighton & Hove 14 miles Situated in a commanding position in the old market town of Steyning. 4 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, cellar, master bedroom with dressing room and en-suite bathroom, guest bedroom with en-suite bathroom and nursery, 3 further bedrooms, family bathroom. Gated oak-framed carport for 2-3 cars, delightful gardens and grounds. Guide price: ÂŁ1,450,000 knightfrank.co.uk/HOR120031
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Denne Park, Horsham, West Sussex Spacious family house with self-contained annexe Horsham 1 mile, Gatwick Airport 19 miles, London 40 miles Situated at the end of a private drive in the former Denne Park estate and approximately one mile to the south of Horsham. 2 reception rooms, conservatory, kitchen, utility room, ground floor bedroom/study, shower room, 4 further bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Open-bay double garage with adjoining store, brick built garden machinery store, attractive gardens. In all about 1 acre. Guide price: ÂŁ850,000 knightfrank.co.uk/HOR110067
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 a small select block backing onto communal gardens. Benefits from an allocated parking space, double glazed windows and night storage heathers. Ideal first time or investment buy and would let out for £500pcm.
COOK ROAD, HORSHAM £209,950
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.
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DORKING ROAD, KINGSFOLD £250,000
A 3 bedroom, half tile hung cottage, built in the 1920s for the forestry workers of the local estate, 175’ west facing garden, situated in a semi-rural location with stunning views over farmland, offering scope to extend to the rear.
MEADOW CLOSE, HORSHAM £260,000
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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BLUECOAT POND, CHRIST’S HOSPITAL £289,950
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, Christ’s Hospital public school and railway station.
TRAFALGAR ROAD, HORSHAM Prices from £320,000
A stunning 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.
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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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FAYGATE LANE, FAYGATE £369,950
A stunning 3 double bedroom, 2 reception room, detached house of 1,166 sq.. ft (which could be converted into 4 bedrooms by dividing bedroom 2), built in 1970, situated within the very popular Hamlet of Faygate, within walking distance of the railway station and country walks.
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CHAPEL ROAD, BOLNEY £475,000
A rare and impressive 4 bedroom, detached chalet style property, enjoying a wonderful rural setting on the south western outskirts of Bolney Village, off a narrow country lane and backing onto open fields and countryside. 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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BARNES WALLIS AVENUE, CHRIST’S HOSPITAL £479,950
A substantial 5 bedroom, 2 reception room, detached family house of 1,715 sq ft, built by Gleeson Homes in 2006 to their ‘Melrose’ design, situated in this very popular private estate, within walking distance of the railway station, Christ’s Hospital public school and the South Downs link.
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WORTHING ROAD, WEST GRINSTEAD £379,950
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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A rare and uniquely converted 5 bedroom, detached historic barn, with adjoining character buildings, situated within a convenient central village location, enjoying a west facing plot of approximately 3.52 acres, arranged as 4 paddocks with views of open countryside beyond.
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ARUN COURT, BILLINGSHURST £95,000
A 1-bedroom ground floor apartment for the over 55’s on a manager-assisted development within easy access to the High Street. Communal hall and inner hall, lounge, kitchen, bedroom, shower room, parking areas, communal gardens.
JUBILEE COURT, BILLINGSHURST £99,950
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.
HIGH STREET, BILLINGSHURST £189,950
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, patio area, permit parking.
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MILL WAY, BILLINGSHURST £199,950
A modernised semi-detached property built in the 1950’s situated within easy walking distance of the High Street. 2 bedrooms, bathroom, sitting room, dining room, kitchen, central heating and double glazing, hard standing for 3 vehicles, 75’ west-facing rear garden.
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CHURCH STREET, RUDGWICK £227,950
GROOMSLAND DRIVE, BILLINGSHURST £264,950
DAUX AVENUE, BILLINGSHURST £329,950
CLEVE WAY, BILLINGSHURST £335,000
DAUXWOOD CLOSE, BILLINGSHURST £339,950
THE RIDE, IFOLD £399,950
EASTON CRESCENT, BILLINGSHURST OIEO £400,000
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.
Situated in a quiet residential road, a detached bungalow built in the 60’s now in need of modernisation. Cloakroom, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, lounge/dining room, fitted kitchen/ breakfast room, conservatory, south-facing rear garden, garage and driveway.
A beautifully-presented ground floor luxury apartment finished to an extremely high standard set in a gated development. 2 bedrooms (master with en-suite), bathroom, combined reception room/kitchen with French doors to small decking terrace, allocated parking space.
A detached modern house built in 1981 situated in a small cul-de-sac of individual properties within walking distance of the main line station. 3 bedrooms, lounge, dining room, fitted kitchen, cloakroom, bathroom, double garage, gardens surrounding all four sides.
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.
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.
A detached 2/3-bedroom chalet-style property within easy walking distance of the station. Dining room/bedroom 3, downstairs bathroom, 2 reception rooms, kitchen, 2 first floor bedrooms, both with en-suites, outbuilding, garage, ample parking, south-facing rear garden.
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.
DELL LANE, BILLINGSHURST £410,000
An attractive detached property built in the early 1970’s by Fairclough Homes. Cloakroom, triple-aspect lounge/ dining room, fitted kitchen, fitted breakfast/utility room, 4 bedrooms, bathroom, garage, ample parking to front for 3 cars, south-facing rear garden approx. 35’ deep.
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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.
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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OLD LONDON ROAD, BOLNEY OIEO £900,000
A detached 4-bedroom chalet-style property set in 13 acres of paddocks with lightly wooded areas. Cloaks/ shower room, lounge, dining room, study/bedroom 4, farmhouse-style kitchen, breakfast room, utility, bathroom, 4 loose boxes, 4-bay barn for up to 6 cars.
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MONTIER TERRACE, PETWORTH £219,950
THOMPSON ROAD, MIDDLETON-ON-SEA £280,000
DEAN WAY, STORRINGTON £295,000
THE STREET, WASHINGTON £339,950
MERRYFIELD ROAD, STORRINGTON £365,000
STORRINGTON ROAD, THAKEHAM £379,950
DUNCTON, NR PETWORTH £395,000
BREWERS YARD, STORRINGTON £399,999
CRICKETERS CLOSE, ASHINGTON OIEO £425,000
CHANCTONBURY, ASHINGTON £437,000
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.
Spacious house built approx 10 years ago. 4 bedrooms (1 en-suite), 2 reception rooms, kitchen with separate breakfast area, utility room, family bathroom, double garage, ample parking, 64ft x 45ft north facing rear garden.
FOX DELL, STORRINGTON £459,950
CHURCH CLOSE, ASHINGTON £499,950
ARUN VALE, COLDWALTHAM £500,000
BYNE CLOSE, STORRINGTON £740,000
A purpose built first floor apartment with stunning views across the River Arun towards the South Downs. 2 double bedrooms, sitting room with balcony, kitchen, bathroom, communal gardens, carport.
An older style terraced cottage offering deceptively spacious accommodation. Sitting room, dining room, dry cellar area divided into 2 rooms, conservatory, kitchen/ breakfast room, 3 bedrooms, bathroom, garden.
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.
OAK END, WEST CHILTINGTON £459,950
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.
STORRINGTON OFFICE
A Victorian mid terrace cottage within short walk of the market square. Sitting room, kitchen/dining room, kitchen with excellent range of units, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, useful study area, south facing garden.
Detached bungalow situated close to the High Street in a slightly elevated location with views of the South Downs. 2 bedrooms, dining hall, sitting room, re-fitted kitchen, shower room, partially walled garden, garage.
A detached family home built in 2000 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.
A second floor apartment with panoramic views in a gated development on the sea front built in 1999. 2 double bedrooms (1 en-suite), sitting room with balcony, kitchen, bathroom, communal gardens, garage.
A spacious detached bungalow built in the 1980’s. 2/3 bedrooms, sitting room, dining room/bedroom 3, kitchen/ breakfast room, conservatory, bathroom, ample parking, secluded 63ft x 52ft east facing rear garden.
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.
www.mansellmctaggart.co.uk storrington@mansellmctaggart.co.uk
Spacious semi-detached house. Sitting/dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, 4 bedrooms (2 ensuite), family bathroom, family bathroom, parking for several vehicles, garage, predominantly south facing rear garden.
Detached house built in 1939 with views towards the South Downs. Sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, 3 bedrooms, family room/bed 4, cloaks, bathroom, utility/workshop, ample parking, gardens.
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.
Spacious chalet style property in plot of approx. 0.25 of an acre with stunning views towards the South Downs. 3 bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, study, bathroom, shower room, garage, utility, parking for 5/6 cars.
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A hat-trick of new developments from Connells Church View
Located in the peaceful Sussex village of Upper Beeding, this unique development of just three individual detached four bedroom homes built by Albany Homes offering a rare opportunity to purchase a new home situated in this highly sought after village location. Situated in the foothills of the South Downs and being popular with walkers, cyclists and equestrians alike the village also offers two pubs plus link roads down to Brighton and the South coast and throughout Sussex. Prices from £450,000.
Cadogan Place
A select development of just eight one and two bedroom apartments located in North Horsham. Each apartment is well designed to offer both spacious accommodation and each property has the benefit of one parking space. Horsham town centre and Littlehaven stations are approximately within 1 mile. Prices from £165,000.
The Chase
A prestigious development of just three detached homes located in North Horsham. Built to a high specification throughout with 4 bedrooms, 2 with en suite bathrooms, stunning kitchens with a full range of appliances. Each property benefits from a garage with automatic doors. Prices from £600,000.
To book an appointment, or for more information, contact Connells Horsham branch on 01403 256331
Cubitts sell 40% of Expert property partnership new Southwater lights up Fowlers office development off-plan So much for doom and gloom in the housing market. Darren Campbell and his team at the Southwater branch of leading regional estate agents Cubitt & West are celebrating early this year after successfully selling no fewer than 40% of the homes on a new development before they were even completed – and without the need for a formal launch! Enjoying a secluded setting off the Worthing Road, conveniently close to Southwater’s amenities and schools, yet within easy reach of the A24, the Courtlands development comprises a total of 10 very special 3, 4 and 5-bedroom traditionallystyled detached homes, accessed via an attractively landscaped private road. All constructed and finished to the most exacting standards by
Horsham-based Churchlands, who specialise in small-scale, developments of this quality, prices range from £395,000. “There is a significant shortage of well-designed, well-priced new homes in the Southwater area, and these are exactly the right kind of properties to meet that demand,” says Darren. Indeed, such was his confidence in the desirability of the development that it was decided right at the outset to forgo the usual launch event altogether. Now, with 40% already reserved, that confidence has been more than vindicated. So, if you are in the market for a brand new, high quality detached home in the Southwater area, best get down to the local branch of Cubitt & West right away – before they all go!
Newly joined Keith Hutchinson has re-launched Fowler’s Billingshurst office with state- of-the-art illuminated window displays and an office make over. Together with his wife, Lori, the new husband and wife team bring a depth of property expertise to Billingshurst as they have lived and worked in the village and in the area
for more than 20 years. The displays comprise individually back-like LED units that give each property the appearance of being on a mini TV. The office also houses Fowlers’ bank agency, Santander. It too has been refurbished and, together, the office forms an active part of the village community. As Director, Keith offers a special expertise to property clients through being a Qualified Energy Assessor. In today’s environmentally conscious property market where EPCs are a legal requirement, he can advise his Fowlers’ clients from a position of authority. Keith is also a Fellow of the National Association of Estate Agents. Managing Director of Fowlers, Marcel Hoad, said, “Keith is one of the most experienced professionals in the area and, together with Lori,
we have a formidable team who can bring tremendous value and knowledge to our clients”.
Pick up an extra Easter egg for Courtney Green’s charity appeal Courtney Green Estate Agents is calling out to the generous people of Horsham to donate an egg to their Easter Egg appeal. All donated eggs will be given to Chestnut Tree House children’s hospice for their tombola taking place during Horsham Piazza. From now until Thursday 5th April, Easter eggs can be dropped off to the Courtney Green office in the Carfax. Chestnut Tree House is the only children’s hospice in Sussex and
cares for children and young adults from 0-19 with progressive life-limiting or life-threatening illnesses from all over the county. Nick Courtney and Steve Greenfield, Directors of Courtney Green commented: “We’re so glad that we are running this appeal. All the money raised from the tombola will help Chestnut Tree House continue their fantastic work and we would like to encourage everyone to put another egg in their shopping basket to donate.”
Gemma Cooper, Community Fundraising Assistant at Chestnut Tree House commented: “We’re extremely grateful to Courtney Green for thinking of Chestnut Tree House for this appeal. “The Easter egg tombola will take place at the Chestnut Tree House stand during the Horsham Piazza on Good Friday and Easter Saturday and it will help us to raise vital funds. “We look forward to meeting you all there and fingers crossed for good weather.”
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FAYGATE ÂŁPOA Set on the edge of the village with views over the valley, an adaptable detached three/four bedroom family home offering scope for extension, subject to necessary planning consents. The mature and well maintained gardens are a real feature of the property and extend to just over half an acre with planning for stabling/garden store. Horsham 01403 248222
HORSHAM ÂŁ299,950 A character semi-detached Victorian house within walking distance of Horsham town and station, three bedrooms plus useful loft room, first floor cloakroom, bathroom, lounge/dining room with fireplace, modern kitchen, part walled secluded rear garden.
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Well presented three bed townhouse in the village of Billingshurst. Entrance Hall. Lounge. Fitted Kitchen. Two Double Bedrooms. Family Bathroom. Master Double Bedroom with Ensuite Shower Room. Rear Garden. Carport.
ARUNDEL £1,995 PCM Beautifully detached character house with wonderful rural views across farmland towards the South Downs. Drawing Room. Study. Kitchen/Breakfast Room. Conservatory. Utility Room. Cloakroom. Bedroom with Ensuite Bathroom. Three Further Bedrooms. Shower Room. Gardens, Triple Garage.
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RACKHAM £2,300 PCM
Unique property situated on the outskirts of Parham Estate in extensive, easily maintained gardens. Cloakroom. Kitchen/Dining/Family Room. Master Bedroom with Ensuite Bathroom. 2/3 Further Bedrooms. Family Bathroom. Two Reception Rooms located in the Round Tower. Parking and Car Port.
ASHINGTON £825 PCM
Well presented semi-detached house in a sought after village location. Entrance Hall. Cloakroom. Lounge/Dining Room. Kitchen. Two Double Bedrooms. Bathroom. Enclosed Garden. Garage. Parking.
PULBOROUGH £850 PCM
Well presented and deceptively spacious two bedroom house. Cloakroom. Fitted Kitchen. Living Room. Master Bedroom with Ensuite. Second Double Bedroom. Bathroom. Garden. Garage. Allocated Parking Space.
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BILLINGSHURST £499,999 NEW INSTRUCTION
This immaculately presented “Chiltington” design offers accommodation that has been cleverly enhanced and this is exemplified by the contemporary tiled floor that greets every arrival in the spacious reception hall. There are three ground floor reception rooms with a large kitchen/ breakfast room serviced by a utility room with door to the back garden. There are five spacious bedrooms with en-suite to master & family bathroom.
BILLINGSHURST £445,000 Although this property was built as part of a small development in 2008, the standard of finish has been strongly influenced by our vendors. From the position of the abundant down lighting in the kitchen through to the wood flooring throughout the ground floor and the Aqualisa shower fittings in the bathroom & en-suite, every effort has been made to produce the perfect modern family home.
Arun House, 83A High Street, Billingshurst, West Sussex, RH14 0QX
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This equestrian property consists of in excess of 10 acres including a nine acre paddock with three field shelters, sand school measuring 40m x 20m and stables including two loose boxes, tack room and a feed & hay store or third stable. There is an area of hard standing that was previously granted permission for an additional stable box. There is a three bedroom cottage with conservatory & formal garden with detached double garage.
BILLINGSHURST £150,000 This smart, well-presented two bedroom flat is situated almost opposite the village leisure centre which has gym & swimming pool. The mainline railway station is within 100m and provides links to central London and at peak time in the morning with a journey time of just over an hour. In our opinion, a perfect first time purchase or investment property.
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THIS PAGE SHOWS SOME OF THE SUCCESS we have had so far in 2012. we are OFFERING A SUPERB PACKAGE FOR SELLING COMMISSION INCLUDING A SELLING SOLICITORS FEE WITH OUR RECOMMENDED FIRM, TOTAL FIXED FEE OF £3,000 PLUS vaT. for more deTails on This and To DISCUSS WHY WE BELIEVE OUR KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL COULD GET A BETTER RESULT FOR YOU PLEASE CALL US FOR A MARKET appraisal. we have vasT experience of SELLING ACROSS WEST SUSSEX AND WOULD be delighTed To help you if we can.
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HORSHAM
£224,950 Freehold
A Two Bedroom Top Floor Apartment | Built by Belway Homes in A Three Bedroom Terraced House | Located in East Horsham | Situated within Close Proximity of Local Shops and Littlehaven Railway Station | 12’9 Kitchen | 19’5 Lounge/Diner | Three Double Bedrooms | Bathroom | Separate WC | Integral Garage | Gas Radiator Heating | Double Glazing | NO ONWARD CHAIN
HORSHAM HORSHAM £210,000 LEASEHOLD A Two Bedroom First Floor Luxury Apartment | Built by Rydon Homes in Approximately 2004 | Popular Gated Development of The Comptons | Master Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room | Spacious Hall Leading to Bathroom | 17’ Living Room
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A Two Double Bedroom Victorian Semi Detached House | Situated Within Close Proximity of Horsham Town Centre & Mainline Station | 12’ Living Room | 13’3 Separate Dining Room | Refitted Kitchen | Refitted Bathroom | Two Double Bedrooms | En-Suite Bathroom | Gas Radiator Heating | Double Glazing
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A Two Bedroom Top Floor Purpose Built Flat | Located on the Popular West Side of Horsham | 10’2 Refitted Kitchen | 16’5 Lounge/Diner | Two Double Bedrooms | Refitted Bathroom | Double Glazing | Gas Radiator Heating | Balcony | Communal Parking
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HROSHAM £179,950 FREEHOLD A Two Bedroom Mid-Terrace House | Located within the Popular Hills Farm Lane Development | 12’6 Living Room | 11’1 Kitchen/Diner | 9’10 Conservatory | Gas Radiator Heating | Double Glazing | Off Road Parking | Ideal Investment/First Time Purchase
£310,000 - £330,000 FREEHOLD
A Well Presented Four Bedroom Semi Detached Period House | Situated within the Popular Village of Broadbridge Heath | Arranged Over Three Floors | 24’3 Lounge/Diner | 10’10 Utility Room | Downstairs Shower Room | 13’8 Kitchen | 12’11 Conservatory | Four Double Bedrooms | 9’ Bathroom | Gas Radiator Heating | Double Glazing | Off Road Parking for Two Cars
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One bedroom apartment close to station for approved applicant required urgently
HORSHAM £1,750 PCM • Four bedroom detatched house • Popular North Horsham location • Master bedroom with en suite • Lounge, dinning room and conservatory • Available May • Unfurnished
HORSHAM £925 PCM • Two double bedroom apartment • Allocated parking • Fitted kitchen • Master with en suit • Available April • Unfurnished
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HORSHAM £775 PCM • Two bedroom apartment • Spacious lounge • Bathroom with shower • Allocated parking • Unfurnished • Available now
HORSHAM £795 PCM • Two bedroom apartment • Double bedrooms • Allocated parking • Fully fitted kitchen • Unfurnished • Available now
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HORSHAM £800 PCM • Two bedroom maisonette • Off street parking • Spacious lounge • Bathroom with shower • Unfurnished • Available now
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HORSHAM £775 PCM • A well presented two bedroom apartment • Allocated parking • Spacious lounge • Bathroom with shower • Available May • Unfurnished Tenancy Deposit Scheme member
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WARNHAM
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A well presented detached family house with a self contained annexe situated in a cul de sac location within the village of Rudgwick. The house comprises 3 bedrooms, bathroom, cloakroom, lovely fitted kitchen/dining room and a light and airy sitting room. Annexe comprises living room and fitted kitchen and a double first floor bedroom and bathroom. Large garage and parking.
HORSHAM
£219,950
A deceptively spacious three bedroom end of terrace house offered for sale with the benefit of no on going chain. Double glazed, gas fired heating to radiators. Modern fitted kitchen/dining room, spacious sitting room with useful arched recess/computer room, cloakroom, modern fitted bathroom. Off road parking, front and rear gardens.
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An appealing detached family house with five bedrooms and built in the Art & Crafts style in this sought after village, some three miles from Horsham. Entrance hall, large inner hallway, sitting room, dining room, study, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, bathroom and separate shower room, integral garage, and good sized south facing rear garden.
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A cleverly extended detached house providing spacious and versatile accommodation and conveniently siutated for Heron Way school. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, three further good sized bedrooms, sitting room, dining room, family room, study, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, family bathroom, double glazed, gas heating to radiators, double garage, good sized gardens.
Tel: (01403) 25 22 22 Fax: (01403) 21 80 62
SLINFOLD/FIVEOAKS
£415,000
An imposing Victorian three bedroom semi-detached house in a semi-rural location, set on a wide and generous plot of approximately 1/3 acre. Scope for further enlargement (s.t.p.p.). Sitting room, dining room, family room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, cloakroom, bathroom. Oil fired heating to radiators, reproduction double glazed sash windows, ample parking and detached garage.
BROADBRIDGE HEATH
£250,000
A charming two bedroom, two reception room end terrace cottage situated in an attractive hidden location designated as an area of Special Character. Many period features including exposed timbers and inglenook fireplace, but with homecomforts including new kitchen with fitted appliances, luxury bathroom, new heating and downstairs cloakroom. Excellent garden and parking. Available now - £500 towards conveyancing (subject to terms and conditions). Call for more information.
HORSHAM
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.
HORSHAM
L/H £109,950
A first cleverly providing A floorextended flat withdetached a balconyhouse offered for salespacious with no and versatile and conveniently on-going chain.accommodation The accommodation which wouldsiutated benefit for Heron school. Master bedroom with bedroom en suite from certainWay improvements comprises one double bathroom, three living further room, good sized bedrooms, sitting with wardrobe, kitchen/breakfast room, room, dining room, family room, study, kitchen/breakfast bathroom. Gas fired heating to radiators. room, cloakroom, family bathroom, double glazed, gas heating to radiators, double garage, good sized gardens.
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WARNHAM
Price Guide £325,000
A character Grade II listed semi-detached with superb period features and fantastic garden room. Two/three bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen with Aga, lobby, ground floor luxury shower room, bedroom 3/study, gas heating to radiators. Outside there is a parking space, front garden and a very private 60ft rear garden. Vendors suited.
BUILDING PLOT
Informal Tender
In one of Horsham's most highly regarded locations convenient for the town, station and Collyers Sixth Form College. For sale by Informal Tender with offers to be received by 12 noon Friday, 13th April. Having planning consent ref. DC/11/0742 for the construction of a three bedroom detached dwelling. Call 01403 252222 for further details.
JASMINE COURT
L/H £117,500
One bedroom (two person) second floor (with lift) apartment for over 60's with House Manager on site five days a week and 24 hour monitoring. Living room, kitchen and bathroom. Residents' lounge, laundry room, guest bedroom and communal gardens. No chain.
SOUTHWATER
L/H £137,500
A modern cleverly purpose extendedbuilt detached house providing spacious A first and second floor maisonette and versatile accommodation and conveniently siutated with an attractive open outlook to the front and with the for Heron Way school. Master bedroom with en suite benefit of three a garage in good a nearby Two sitting double bathroom, further sizedblock. bedrooms, bedrooms, living and bathroom. Double room, dining room,room, familykitchen room, study, kitchen/breakfast glazed with a small front garden. No forward chain.gas room, and cloakroom, family bathroom, double glazed, heating to radiators, double garage, good sized gardens.
HORSHAM
£320,000
An attractive three bedroom detached house situated in an exclusive small cul-de-sac on the north side of Horsham. Entrance hall with cloakroom, sitting room, dining room, kitchen, master bedroom with dressing area and en suite shower room, bathroom, gas heating to radiators, single garage, garden.
MANNINGS HEATH
£439,950
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, 2/3 further bedrooms, family bath, spacious lounge/dining room, study/bedroom 4, conservatory. Well equipped modern kitchen/breakfast room. Detached double garage. Large frontage with additional parking. South backing rear garden.
COWFOLD
£295,000
A charming Grade II listed period cottage in the village conservation area overlooking St Peter's church. The property has a wealth of character features including exposed timbers and inglenook fireplace in the sitting room. Three bedrooms, kitchen, cloaks/utility room, first floor bathroom. Oil fired heating to radiators, rear courtyard garden.
NORTH HORSHAM
£559,950
A spacious detached family house in a cul-de-sac in north Horsham backing onto woodland. Hall, cloakroom, sitting room, separate dining room, study, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom and dressing area, bedroom 2 with ensuite shower room, 3 further double bedrooms, bathroom, integral double garage, gas heating to radiators, double glazing and good size garden enjoying much privacy.
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25 Carfax, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1EE £1,695 pcm
Horsham
£1,350 pcm
A beautifully presented detached house. Cloakroom,
A well presented three bedroom mews house within walking
Lounge, seperate dining room, luxury refitted kitchen,
distance to the town and station. Entrance hall, cloakroom,
utility room, large study/bedroom 5, four further first
kitchen with integrated appliances, attractive lounge with
floor bedrooms, refitted bathroom and en-suite shower
doors to garden, two bathrooms with showers (one en-suite),
room. Garage, driveway and large garden. Unfurnished.
gfch, single allocated parking space and Garage. Unfurnished.
£895 pcm
Horsham
Horsham
£795 pcm
Horsham
£2,400 pcm
A beautifully presented three storey town house situated in a completely unique setting on this prestigious gated development in the town centre. Large living room with conservatory, study, luxury fitted kitchen with appliances, utility room, four bedrooms, three bathrooms, parking and garage, private garden, gas central heating. Unfurnished with appliances.
Horsham
£1,050 pcm
Horsham (Central)
£1,200 pcm
An impressive ground floor converted apartment located in a prestigious development within walking distance of the town centre. Lounge with large bay window, fully fitted kitchen/breakfast room with appliances, two double bedrooms, two bathrooms. Parking space and garage. Fully furnished.
Horsham
£795 pcm
A beautifully refurbished two/three bed Victorian split
A well presented two bedroom house with small private
A recently refurbished three bedroom semi-detached
A very well presented end terrace house situated walking
level Apartment. Security entry phone, impressive large
garden in a small cul de sac convenient for the town, park and
house. The house is very well presented throughout.
distance to town and station. Entrance Hall,
reception room with bay window, separate dining
station. Living room, bathroom with shower, modern re-
Entrance hall, cloakroom, double aspect lounge, double
kitchen with appliances, lounge with doors to garden,
room/bed 3, luxury kitchen and bathroom, Unfurnished
fitted kitchen, storage heating and double glazed windows.
aspect kitchen, three bedrooms and bathroom with
two good sized bedrooms and a bathroom. Garage, gfch,
with appliances. GFCH.
Garage in block. Unfurnished with kitchen appliances.
shower. Detached garage and parking. Unfurnished.
double glazing. Unfurnished.
Horsham
£1,395 pcm
Horsham
£650 pcm
Horsham
£650 pcm
Southwater
refitted
£650 pcm
A well presented three bedroom semi-detached house.
A beautifully presented one bedroom ground floor
Very well located one/two bedroom apartment. Entrance
A well presented, recarpeted good sized first floor
Entrance hall, cloakroom, modern kitchen with appliances,
apartment situated close to amenities and both Littlehaven
hall, refitted kitchen with appliances, lounge with double
maisonette with allocated parking. Personal entrance
`L` shaped lounge/diner with doors to garden, three double
Station. Large entrance hall way, Good sized bedroom,
glazed doors, separate dining room/bedroom 2, master
hall, good sized double bedroom, lounge, good sized
bedrooms, all with en-suite bath/shower rooms, integral
lounge, bathroom with shower, kitchen with integrated
bedroom with wardrobe, modern bathroom with shower.
kitchen with appliances, modern white bathroom with
garage, private rear garden, gfch. Unfurnished.
appliances. Unfurnished with allocated parking.
Allocated parking. Gas central heating.
shower, double glazing, Unfurnished.
Horsham
£495 pcm
Billingshurst
£575 pcm
Broadbridge Heath
£650 pcm
Horsham
£825 pcm
A very well presented ground floor studio maisonette with
A spacious flat in the centre of the village having a refitted
A clean and bright ground floor flat. Security entry
its own street access and allocated parking space, situated off
kitchen and good standard of decor. Entrance hall, very
phone system, good sized lounge with laminate flooring,
Security entry phone system, good sized lounge with sky
the Kings Road. Entrance hall, bathroom, living/bedroom
good sized double aspect lounge, white bathroom suite
kitchen with appliances, two bedrooms with built in
connection, modern kitchen with appliances, two
with pull down bed and laminate wood floor, refitted kitchen
with shower, double bedroom. Unfurnished with kitchen
wardrobes, bathroom with shower, allocated parking
bedrooms (master with en-suite shower room). Garage.
with appliances, double glazing. Unfurnished.
appliances. Viewings recommended.
space. Double Glazing. Unfurnished.
Unfurnished. Viewings recommended.
Tel: (01403) 25 22 00 Fax: (01403) 21 80 62
Email: lettings@courtneygreen.co.uk www.courtneygreen.co.uk
A very well presented first floor luxury apartment.
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£164,950
Mapp & Company are requiring more of these lovely flats, this is our 5th sold in the last year. We have plenty of applicants on our books seeking properties such as this so please get in touch if you are thinking of selling.
HENFIELD
£649,950
A spacious rural farmhouse dating from the 1800s with fine southerly views and set in appropriately one third of an acre. Four bedrooms.
BILLINGSHURST
£1,650 PCM
Situated in the lovely village of Billingshurst, close to the schools, shops and main line train station, this superb 4 bed roomed family house with immense character and charm is available now. Viewing is a must to appreciate the size of the property. It has a beautiful walled front cottage garden. There are many exposed beams and an open fireplace in the reception room. A new fitted kitchen/ breakfast room, utility room with fitted units, walk in pantry, dining room, study, cloakroom, family bathroom with shower and separate shower room.
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£202,950
A two bedroom, former show-home, link-semi built about 7 years ago by Bryant Homes in Billingshurst. Laminated flooring, cloakroom and stunning landscaped garden.
BILLINGSHURST
£440,000
A spacious, four bedroom period cottage with character and charm on the southern outskirts of Billingshurst village. En-suite shower room, 60ft rear garden, double garage.
FAYGATE
£1,200 PCM
Set in a quiet select development in the village of Faygate is this beautifully presented 3 bedroom house. This is the first time this property has come to the Lettings market and early viewing is advised to avoid disappointment. Private front garden. South facing secluded rear garden with side access. Small front garden. Two allocated parking spaces.
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HORSHAM
£1,195 PCM
Set in the popular Penfold Grange Estate with easy access to Billingshurst shops, mainline train station and schools. It is in excellent condition with plenty of storage space, large entrance hall with cupboard under stairs, cloakroom with additional storage cupboards and bathroom cabinet.
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PEASE POTTAGE
£725 PCM
A three bedroom, Georgian Town house in central Horsham arranged on three floors. The property will been completely re-furbished to include a large kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, main bathroom and shower room. There is parking at the rear and a patio garden.
A super one bedroomed ground floor flat in a central location close to Horsham town centre and train station. Fully fitted kitchen with double oven, large sized fridge/freezer, washing machine/tumble dryer. Large lounge, double bedroom with two sets of built in wardrobes, large under stairs cupboard, bathroom with bath and shower over, fitted cabinet.
A great ground floor garden flat, immaculately presented throughout and available either part or unfurnished. This property is situated in a great location near to the village of Colgate and with easy access to the M/23/M/25 To the front of the property is a small area laid to lawn, pathway and own front door to the side.
HORSHAM
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RUSPER
£310,000
A beautiful extended, three bedroom house, tucked away in a quiet corner location with a 50’ x 40’ south facing rear garden, cloakroom, extended living area and garage.
WEST CHILTINGTON
£549,950
Beautifully appointed, three bedroom, detached bungalow in a select, private road in West Chiltington. Swimming pool, beautifully landscaped gardens, gated driveway, open fire, no chain.
01403 271977
sales@mappandco.co.uk 6 Middle Street, Horsham, RH12 1NW
£925 PCM
This property must be seen to be fully appreciated. It has undergone total refurbishment and has been finished to an excellent standard. All windows have been replaced with new double glazing. The loft area is easily accessible with the new stairs and can be used for storage.
£1,400 PCM
This property is quite unique. It is set back of the road and forms part of the Normans Estate within walking distance of Rupser where there is the village church, pubs, local store and schools. There is a converted barn which houses the heated swimming pool and sauna. Full use of that is included in the price.
01403 242033
enquiries@westonlettings.co.uk 6 Middle Street, Horsham, RH12 1NW
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Maplehurst £3,495 pcm
Storrington £3,100 pcm
A beautiful four bedroom refurbished barn conversion set in approximately four acres of grounds. The property is situated in the quiet rural hamlet of Maplehurst.
A charming four bedroom character family home set in two acres of grounds together with fully self contained guest accommodation in a separate cottage.
Hamptons Office Horsham
Hamptons Office Horsham
Bolney £1,950 pcm
Horsham £800 pcm
A four bedroom detached family house situated in a rural and quiet area of Bolney. The property enjoys views of the surrounding countryside.
A newly refurbished two bedroom apartment available to let, situated a short walk of Horsham town centre.
Hamptons Office Horsham
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Horsham | £825 PCM Two Bed Semi Detached Unfurnished Available May
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Bolney | £2,100 pcm
Woolbeding | £1,750 pcm
Kingsfold | £1,695 pcm
Henry Adams Lettings are proud to offer this substantial and well Henry Adams Lettings are proud to offer this delightfully picturesque presented 4/5 bedroom, 3 reception room country residence set in a detached Farmhouse situated on the outskirts of Woolbeding village rural location on the outskirts of Bolney, Near Haywards Heath. and close to Midhurst town centre, with fabulous views over the surrounding countryside.
Henry Adams Lettings are pleased to offer this well presented detached 3 bedroom cottage with a host of character features and situated within a generous plot with far reaching views over the surrounding countryside.
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Slindon | £1,695 pcm
Slinfold | £1,595 pcm
Lower Beeding | £1,595 pcm
Henry Adams Lettings are delighted to offer this attractive and well presented 3 double bedroom, detached, flint stone period cottage situated in the heart of the highly sought after National Trust village of Slindon.
Henry Adams Lettings are delighted to offer this immaculately presented 3 bedroom, 2 reception room, detached character cottage set in the heart of the highly sought after village of Slinfold which has excellent links to the local road and rail network.
Henry Adams Lettings are delighted to offer this comprehensively refurbished, high specification, contemporary 4 bedroom family home situated in the highly sought after village of Lower Beeding.
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Rudgwick | £1,500 pcm
Warnham | £1,395 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 proud to offer this ‘part furnished’ delightful 2 bedroom ground floor apartment which was previously the show apartment, set in a prestigious and highly sought after private complex complete with three lakes.
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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973627 Horsham £525 pcm
150159 Central Horsham £565 pcm
83949 Horsham £650 pcm
83323 Horsham £665 pcm
Well presented first floor studio apartment situated in a popular residential area towards the North side of Horsham.
RENT INCLUDES HEATING AND WATER RATES! Modern 1st floor unfurnished studio apartment in a prime central location.
Spacious one bedroom first floor flat situated within easy reach of the town centre and station. Recently re-fitted kitchen and bathroom.
Purpose built one bedroom first floor unfurnished flat situated close to town centre. Central heating and residents parking.
773315 Horsham £660 pcm
900659 Billingshurst £775 pcm
81833 Horsham £795 pcm
209919 Horsham £850 pcm
Very spacious and neutrally redecorated one bedroom ground floor unfurnished flat within easy reach of the station and town.
Lovely two bed two bath top floor apartment situated within easy reach of Billingshurst mainline station and with super countryside views.
Purpose built two bedroom second floor flat with parking in a quiet but central development. New modern kitchen and newly redecorated throughout.
Stunning executive top floor two bedroom apartment situated in a popular area. Includes appliances and parking. Available unfurnished.
593903 Horsham £850 pcm
546723 Horsham £870 pcm
83141 North Horsham £975 pcm
329388 Horsham £995 pcm
Executive two bedroom 2nd floor apartment in a gated development and conveniently situated within walking distance of the town centre and station.
Spacious and modern two bedroom ground floor apartment situated in the popular Tanbridge Park development close to Horsham town centre.
Well presented modern two double bedroom unfurnished detached house with gardens and private parking.
Executive two bedroom, two bathroom unfurnished apartment close to Horsham station and town centre. Central heating, double glazing and parking.
339043 Nr Horsham Station £995 pcm
462667 Pulborough £995 pcm
264560 Southwater £1,500 pcm
106251 West Chiltington £1,550 pcm
A super two bedroom 2nd floor apartment forming part of a small development within easy reach of the main line station.
Modern three bed two bath house set on a exclusive development and within easy reach of the village centre and station.
Beautifully presented four bedroom detached house situated in the popular village of Southwater. Includes water rates and gardener.
Well presented 4/5 bedroom detached ‘Wells’ thatched cottage which is situated in lovely rural location backing onto open woodland.
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976988 Cranleigh £550 pcm
937286 Cranleigh £650 pcm
549722 Hurstpierpoint £925 pcm
937808 Cranleigh £1,200 pcm
Compact newly refurbished one bedroom flat within walking distance of the village.
Modern and well presented one bedroom flat situated just a short walk from the village centre. Hard wood flooring and allocated parking.
Well presented semi detached Bungalow in Hurstpierpoint. Two good sized double bedrooms. Garden & Garage. Available now!
Four bedroom end of terrace town house with garage and low maintenance patio garden. Modern kitchen/breakfast room and spacious lounge. UF.
760658 Wonersh Village £1,325 pcm
953733 Ewhurst £1,500 pcm
937899 Ifold £1,500 pcm
974241 Jacobs Well £1,950 pcm
Unfurnished, three double bedrooms with character features. Attractive courtyard setting.
Bright and spacious four bedroom unfurnished semi-detached property in the heart of the village. New carpets and fresh neutral decor throughout.
Spacious four bedrom family house in a quiet village location and benefiting from an attractive private garden and large double garage.
Attractive 5 Double bedroom detached house with good size garden located in quiet location close to local amenities.
duE to unpRECEdEntEd lEVEl of tEnAnt dEmAnd 698322 Warninglid £2,500 pcm
938023 Rural Cranleigh £2,950 pcm
937897 Cranleigh £5,500 pcm
Superb detached five bedroom family house with extensive gardens and double garage. Viewing Recommended.
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.
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We are an established and independent Letting Agent and our reputation is built upon our experience and high level of service we provide
HORSHAM £1,650 pcm
HORSHAM £1,500 pcm
BILLINGSHURST £1,300 pcm
BILLINGSHURST £1,250 pcm
HORSHAM £1,200 pcm
HORSHAM £950 pcm
CRAWLEY/THREE BRIDGE £900 pcm
HORSHAM TOWN £850 pcm
HORSHAM £850 pcm
HORSHAM £750 pcm
HORSHAM £675 pcm
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• Sought After Central Location • Executive 3 Double Bedroom House • 2 Bathrooms • Garage & Parking • Gated development
• Deceptively Spacious House • 3 Double Bedrooms • En-Suite Shower Room • Parking • Village Location
• Excellent & Spacious Apartment • 2 Double Bedrooms • 2 Bathrooms • Parking • Walking Distance of Mainline Stations
• 2 Bedroom Terraced House • Popular Residential Location • Bathroom with Shower • Low Maintenance Garden • Walking Distance of Mainline Station
• Sought After Location Within Walking Distance of Town • 3 Bedroom Property • 2 Bathrooms • Garage & Parking • GARDEN MAINTENANCE INCLUDED
• Popular School Catchment • 3 Bedroom House • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Downstairs W.C • Low Maintenance Rear Garden
• 2 Bedroom Apartment • Town Centre Location • Good Size Balcony • Secure Underground Parking • Building has use of a Lift
• Desirable Location • One Bedroom Apartment • Within Walking Distance of Town & Station • Parking
• Refurbished Throughout • 3 Bedroom Bungalow • Walking Distance of Village Centre • Large Corner Garden • Double Garage & Parking
• Tanbridge Park Location • 3 Bedroom Apartment • 2 Bathrooms • Recently Refurbished • Allocated Parking x 2
• Semi Detached House • 2 Double Bedrooms • Bathroom with Separate Shower • Downstairs W.C. • Utility Room
• SHORT & LONG TERM LETS • Furnished Rooms • Set with Fabulous Country House • Kitchen & En-Suite Facilities • Within short drive of Gatwick
Find us: 26 Piries Place, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1EH | Tel: 01403 275030 | Email: info@pinnaclelets.co.uk
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Sleek new Volkswagen CC model hits UK roads Olli Nott Motors Editor
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The first new Volkswagen CC models are hitting UK roads this week, allowing drivers to experience the car’s impressive blend of fourdoor practicality and sleek coupélike styling. Prices for the car start at just £24,200 (RRP OTR) for the entrylevel 1.8-litre TSI 160 PS, and rise to £30,100 for the range-topping GT 2.0-litre TDI 170 PS DSG with BlueMotion Technology. As well as a competitive list price and whole-life costs, the CC has a generous standard specification that includes RNS 315 touchscreen satellite navigation system, DAB digital radio, iPod and Bluetooth connectivity, 2Zone climate control, 17-inch alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlights and brake energy recuperation. Safety features include; a driver alert system, ESP electronic stabilisation programme and four-way adjustable front head restraints, to
reduce the risk of whiplash. The top GT trim comes loaded with even more equipment, with heated front seats, full Nappa leather upholstery, three-mode adaptive chassis control, cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, 18-inch alloy wheels, front fog lights and heat insulating tinted glass from the B-pillar back all included as standard. If that’s not enough, options include High Beam Assist, which automatically controls dipping of the headlights; Side Assist, which monitors the vehicle’s blind spot; Lane Assist and adaptive cruise control with City Emergency Braking function; a rear-view camera; front climate seats with massage function; and an electrically deployed tow bar. Vehicles are available to test drive at Volkswagen Retailers from the start of this week, including Horsham Volkswagen, I’d advise you to get in quick! This new CC is a great improvement on the older model, with the lines of the car making more delicate impacts on the body’s styling. I’m really impressed!
Stevens Vauxhall announces launch of all-new Zafira Tourer Local Vauxhall dealer, Stevens Vauxhall with sites in Crawley and Horsham, is pleased to announce the launch of the all-new Zafira Tourer, which is hit the showrooms last week. This newcomer in Vauxhall’s line up is setting new standards in both innovation and flexibility in the multi-purpose-vehicle market. With improved cabin space that raises the bar in its class, upgraded materials and even greater levels of innovation, this new model is building on the chart-topping success of the well-proven Zafira in an inspiring way. Peter Stevens, Managing Director at Stevens Vauxhall, comments: “We are proud to be able to consistently offer our customers the highest standard of vehicles with the best quality in innovation and design - and the all-new Zafira Tourer is no exception. “The seven-seater vehicle provides flexible solutions with powerful performance, and we’re confident it will be a big hit amongst customers, both existing and new.” The Zafira Tourer combines a compelling mix of cabin flexibility with many aspects and technologies taken from the luxury car sector. Featuring a raft of new features, such as Vauxhall’s new Front Camera system, the vehicle is truly state-of-the-art. With newly-developed Flex7 seating, premium design, lounge seating system offering second-row passengers limousine-luxury and advanced driver assistance systems, the vehicle features the very best in modern technology. To make the Zafira Tourer more affordable for every motorist, Stevens
Vauxhall is offering the new model as part of Vauxhall’s innovative 0% APR Flexible Finance Scheme, meaning that customers could, for example, drive away in a Zafira Tourer Exclusiv 1.8i 5-door MPV for £295 a month over 48 months with a £7,340 customer deposit. The highly competitive Flexible Finance offer provides customers with the opportunity to pay as little as zero deposit for a brand new Vauxhall and select a payment term anywhere between 24 to 60 months. And with 0% APR, customers on current finance schemes could end up paying less for their brand new Zafira Tourer than they pay for their existing model. Plus, when the payments end, the customer has full ownership
of the vehicle. What’s more, to get customers started, those purchasing a new Zafira Tourer on Flexible Finance will receive a £500 contribution from Vauxhall towards the deposit. In addition, Stevens Vauxhall offers customers added peace of mind when purchasing a new vehicle, as all new Vauxhall cars come with a warranty which could now last a lifetime, so customers can feel secure that they will receive the best possible aftercare service long after their initial purchase. Available to the first owner of all new Vauxhall cars, the warranty is valid for the lifetime of the vehicle up to a maximum of 100,000 miles. The new Zafira Tourer is priced
from £21,000 on the road and is available to order and test drive from Stevens Vauxhall now. For further information about the Zafira Tourer and Vauxhall’s innovative Flexible Finance scheme, please
locate your nearest Stevens Vauxhall site by going online to www.stevensvauxhall.co.uk/vauxhall. For details about Vauxhall’s Lifetime Warranty, visit www.vauxhall. co.uk.
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Volvo V60 plug-in hybrid voted UK’s most exciting new green car The very first rechargeable diesel hybrid is the UK’s most highly anticipated new green car for 2012, according to a new survey. Despite the strength of some of the competition, the Volvo V60 PlugIn Diesel Hybrid took a clear lead in the poll run by TheGreenCarWebsite. co.uk, collecting more than double the votes-at 30 per cent-than the second place Volt/Ampera. The ground-breaking new car from Volvo might be exciting news for UK car buyers, but fans will have to be quick as less than 150 examples of the V60 Plug-In Hybrid are expected
to arrive here this year. Sadly, the car will be limited to just 1,000 models for its first year with just a fraction of that first production run coming to the UK, arriving from November this year. While other diesel hybrids will have started to arrive in the UK before the V60, including the Citroen DS5 (which came third in the poll with 10 per cent of the vote), what makes the V60 Plug-In special is its rechargeable nature, the first car to combine a diesel engine with the function to top up the battery for increased electric range. The only plug-in hybrid to beat it to the market will be the petrol-driven Toyota Prius Plug-In (in seventh place), which arrives this summer. What’s more, Volvo is promoting the car as ‘three in one’ and calling the model its ‘most technically advanced model’ ever thanks to its unique combined qualities as a car that can operate on electricity alone, as a hybrid or as a four wheel-drive vehicle. 2012 is set to be an exciting year for ‘green cars’ with many new hybrids,
full battery electric and super fuelefficient petrol and diesel cars set to arrive over the coming months. The Chevrolet Volt/Vauxhall Ampera is another highly anticipated model, coming second in the poll with 11 per cent of the vote, although essentially the same car, the Volt will arrive in the UK ahead of its Vauxhallbadged cousin. Both models boast the flexibility to drive on battery power alone in suitable conditions with a back-up petrol engine to boost the range to over 300 miles. With Volvo’s new model taking first place in the survey, the website’s editor, Faye Sunderland explains why she thinks the UK public is so excited by it: “The V60 Plug-In Diesel Hybrid is a car we’ve been buzzing about for the past year, closely following its development into a production-ready model. “While likely to find homes in the company car sector as a premium priced product, the V60 Plug-In is a no-compromise model which offers luxury, performance and yet emits as little as 49g/km CO2 and achieves up
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“The V60 Plug-in Diesel Hybrid is a car that you really could use all the time – whether it’s with zero tailpipe emissions in electric mode on the daily commute, or using a combination of electric and diesel power for a 500-mile cross-country journey. It’s also world-first technology for Volvo so we’re delighted to see that the UK’s drivers are just as excited about its arrival as we are.”
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Horsham’s inevitable relegation from the Ryman League Premier Division was con�irmed by a 3-0 defeat at promotion-chasing Bury Town. Fellow strugglers Harrow Borough scored a last-minute winner against the Metropolitan Police to put them out of touch and ensure the Hornets will play in Division 1 South next season after six seasons in the Premier. Horsham won two of their �irst three league games this season under Justin Luchford but have managed only one win since. Luchford was replaced by Hugo Langton, who was a popular �igure
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with players and supporters but was sacked after a winless reign of 19 league matches. The Hornets’ form has improved under new manager Simon Colbran, but survival was always going to be a near-impossible task and he is already looking ahead to next season. The former Redhill boss said: “In the games we’ve lost, we’ve gone through a silly spell. When you’re playing against top-quality sides in that division, they’ll punish you. “On Saturday, we had a silly
20-minute spell and they scored two goals. When you’re playing a team like that away from home, a two-goal lead is very dif�icult to get back.” Colbran believes relegation should act as a spur to the players. He added: “It gives them something to strive for. It’s a great division and you play some great games with some big crowds. It’s good-quality football. “Next year we’ll be looking to steady the ship and the following season maybe look to get back up to the Ryman Premier.” Horsham will aim to complete a double tomorrow (Saturday) at home to AFC Hornchurch, who they beat away from home in the heady days of August.
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Horsham YMCA suffered their sixth league defeat on the bounce, 3-1 at home to strugglers Worthing United, and slipped to within just a point of the relegation places. YM dominated a one-sided �irst half but somehow found themselves two
goals behind at the break, as strikes from Alex Thompson and Sam Schaaf put the visitors in charge. A fragmented second period ensued before Tim Martin lashed home from close range eight minutes from time. But any chance of a comeback vanished three minutes later when Lucas Mann secured all three points for The Mavericks. YM boss Mark Hawthorne, who is
still without a win since taking over, said: “Other than a couple of bits of defending that could have been better, I can’t really fault any of the lads. “Although I think we’ll take a bit of con�idence from the way we played, we didn’t get any points and that’s what matters. It just wasn’t our day. “We’ll probably have to win the best part of our last �ive �ixtures and see what other teams do at the same
time, but of course we can stay up. “It has been dif�icult at times, but I wouldn’t say we were favourites to go down. We just need points on the board. “In our next two �ixtures – against Selsey, who I don’t think have much to play for, and at Chichester, who are rock bottom – hopefully we can get something.”
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Sport
Under-16s offer hope for Hornets
Horsham U16 players celebrate Zak Comber’s goal
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the prolific Comber made the breakthrough with a swivel-shot from Legrange’s well-directed cross. Jupp doubled the lead with a longrange free kick which deceived the Robins’ keeper in the wind, the ball appearing to cross the line before Comber made sure. Hassocks halved their deficit with a controversial penalty, but Tom Killner-Brown drove inside and cut the ball back for the tenacious Collier to slot home Horsham’s third. Although rare confusion allowed Hassocks to score again in the last minute, it was not enough to stop the lemonade flowing. Keep an eye out for several of this group. Horsham U16 squad: Lewis Blaney, Ollie Clarke, Ben Collier, Zak Comber, Connor Cushing (captain), Greg Gander, Harry Garman, George Hole, Anthony Jupp, Tom KillnerBrown, Jake Legrange, Alex Parsons, Stanley Rice, Harry Smith, Jacob Waller.
Harry Smith (left) in front of the crowd at Peacehaven
Heath are spot-on for final Double-chasing Broadbridge Heath U13 are through to the final of the John Laker Memorial Cup after beating Cranleigh Colts U13 2-1 on penalties. Goalkeeper Sam Westerman thwarted Heath several times as the match ended 0-0 after extra time. He also saved twice in the shootout,
but Jack Sizzey and Mitchell Clark slotted home to put Heath through. Other results: Horsham Sparrows U16 0 Royal United U16 5 (Jacob Waller 2, Tom KillnerBrown, Jake Legrange, Stanley Rice), Broadbridge Heath U16 3 (Ben Martin 2, Richard Castle), Three Bridges U16 2, East Preston
U15 2 Horsham U15 4 (Will Kerr 2, Harry Lee, Andrew Roberts), Lower Beeding and Handcross Lions U15 12 (Glenn Johnson 5, Callum Nash 2, Andrew Roberts 2, Liam Ruz 2, own goal) Cranleigh Cobras U15 1, Roffey Robins United U11 8 (Ralph Robson 3, Morgan Spooner 3, Max Furber 2), Cranleigh Comets U11 2.
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THERESIDENT Friday 23 March 2012
Sport
There’s no stopping Hough as ‘amazing’ Horsham hit 6 Let there be lights Ian Morris www.northwestsussexseagulls.co.uk
Ever since I was a young lad in shorts there has always been something special about watching my beloved Seagulls play under lights. Tuesday night’s visit of Derby County to The Amex was no exception. As our two coaches approached the ground, everyone was of the opinion that we needed to win in style if we were to get back in contention for a play-off place after Saturday’s somewhat dismal performance at that other seaside resort in Lancashire. As is normal at evening games, there was a distinct buzz about the place as the floodlights bathed the pitch. The atmosphere continued to build as the delightful Gully’s Girls performed their stylish routine, only to get a thorough soaking as the pitch sprinklers came on while they lined up to welcome the teams. There was an emotional moment when supporters of both teams rose as one to welcome the players, led out by a member of the armed forces who had been wounded in Afghanistan and was undergoing treatment at the famous Headley Court rehabilitation centre. Fans also joined in a period of applause to wish the Bolton star Fabrice Muamba a speedy recovery after the awful events of the weekend. My initial thought was that the football was to some extent insignificant in the great scheme of things. But as Albion began to dominate the game I realised this was going to be a performance that would live up to the occasion and excite us all. Whoever said one man doesn’t make a team is probably right, but with Spanish international Vicente Rodriguez orchestrating everything it was hard to agree with that sentiment. Without doubt the side is a much more impressive unit when he is pulling the strings. With the crowd in full voice, Albion took the lead through a powerful header from Inigo Calderon. But despite Albion’s dominance, the crowd still seemed nervous at the break as there was always the danger that the visitors would sneak an equaliser. The second half followed much the same pattern. When Vicente linked up with the mercurial LuaLua to set up a chance for the often-maligned Ashley Barnes, the striker calmly stroked home to send the fans wild and propel his side into fourth place. As we headed back to Horsham I realised that even in my advancing years the magic and emotion of an evening fixture had lost none of its appeal. Long may this continue to be so – provided the Seagulls keep winning, that is!
Martin Read Hockey
Another Matt Hough hat-trick enabled Horsham to crush their nearest league rivals, fully avenging their defeat at Folkestone earlier in the season. Team manager Al Campbell enthused: “What a brilliant game! Houghie just keeps on scoring, but full credit to everyone. This was an excellent win, our sixth on the trot and a real team effort against a strong, successful side.” Such was Horsham’s early dominance that a score of 7-0 after 20 minutes would have been a fair reflection. Hough converted an early short corner and quickly latched onto a pinpoint pass from John Burroughs to score again. Two more Hough strikes were saved, Burroughs shot just wide and repeated attacks were frustrated by Folkestone’s valiant defence until Duncan Howarth increased the lead, finishing off an excellent team manoeuvre.
Horsham
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Folkestone
2
The visitors clawed back to 3-1, but Hough scored again soon after the interval. And a Freddie Campbell brace, his first goals of the season, put the game well beyond Folkestone, despite a consolation second goal. Coach Sam Naismith said: “We were amazing. This was a terrific result, with everyone playing right up to their maximum ability, running as if their lives depended on it. “Our third goal was the best I’ve ever seen at the club, with an excellent build-up and execution.” With three games, left Horsham are third with 43 points and still have to play new leaders Sutton Valence (49) and Marden (47). The league champions gain automatic promotion, with the runners-up in the play-offs. Tomorrow (Saturday), Horsham travel to bottom side Herne Bay. Horsham Ladies gave a good account of themselves but lost 1-0 at
Horsham U12 Boys
second-placed Sevenoaks. This weekend is the last of the ladies’ league season. Ninth-placed Horsham, in the relegation play-off zone with eight points, go to fifthplaced Ipswich, while nearest rivals Old Loughtonians (nine points) play bottom side Maidstone (eight). Two teams represented Horsham U12 Boys at Eastbourne in the county round of the Hockey Cup. The stronger side lost their semi-
final 1-0 to the last flick of the match but won the Plate final 2-0 to finish third overall. Horsham U12 first team: Joel Chinn (captain), Jack Grant, Max Neal, Oli Mathias, Charlie Pope, Matty Coates, James Gregory, Louis Fair, Gordon Prior. Second team: Ben Scammell (captain), Jack Frankland, Ethan Beeles, Josh Baker, Sam Bourne, Louis Dishington, Owen Casey, Dan Masser.
juniors Horsham youngsters Hawks’ are flying high edged out in cup final
Horsham Hawks U12
Youth Basketball
Horsham U14
Photos by Simon Hooley
Youth Rugby Union
Horsham U14 were beaten 15-7 by Heathfield and Waldron U14 in the final of the County Cup. Horsham were superior in the scrum, but Heathfield were well organised, competitive in the loose, dominant at the lineout and contained Horsham for much of the match. The Green and Whites’ try came when Heathfield conceded a penalty and the quick thinking of Callum Boswell enabled man of the match Duncan Watkins to power over.
Duncan Watkins scores for Horsham U14
Horsham Hawks U11 won the Sussex regional championship for the first time by beating Brighton Cougars U11 53-42. Hawks U12 lost 54-52 in a thriller against Worthing D&D U12 but romped to a 75-25 win against SRWA Storm U12. And Hawks U14 comfortably made it seven wins in a row, winning 82-28 at Crawley Cagers U14. U11 v Brighton Cougars: Tom Evans 18, Jacob Merchant 12, Jamie Miller 11, James Bunch 10, Kris Bicknell 2. U14 v Crawley Cagers: Max Dodd 25, Haylee Miller 14, Jacob Larby 12, Ethan Belfield 10, Adam Odell 9, Antonio Valbuena 4, Elliot Bailey 4, Holly Merchant 2, George Gavoyannis 2.
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