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August 2013

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he Billingshurst Show & Carnival on 30th June was once again blessed with good weather helping to ensure this now traditional event was a great success. You can read Paul Starkey’s report of the Show on pages 4 and 5. For me the high point of the event was the birds of prey display by Martin Ballam’s Xtreme Falconry, all the more special as, literally the night before, I had just finished reading A Kestrel for a Knave by Barry Hines, a poignant tale of a Yorkshire lad and his kestrel, subsequently made into a film, Kes. Grahame Cover photo: Xtreme Falconry put on a breathtaking birds of prey display at the Billingshurst Show – this is Turnip the European Kestrel. (www.xtremefalconry.co.uk) By Paul Starkey Food & drink Queens Head Pub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Hungry Guest Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wisborough Green Farmers & Village Market Piggin Good, Hog Roasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recipe: Salmon and Watercress Quiche . . . . Austens Home Hardware: Summer barbecues Monsoon Indian Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Half Moon Pub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Chef Thai Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sumners Ponds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Billingshurst

& Carnival Processi

ith beautiful weather heralding the start of summer at last, the Billingshurst Show on Sunday 30th June was a great success. As always, the Show featured a Carnival Procession through the streets of the village, led by the Petworth Town Band. This was followed by an entertaining mix of displays, music, dancing, rides, stalls and a wide range of attractions at the Recreation Ground. The theme of the Carnival Procession this year was British Movies, with the winning floats being judged by Paul Berry, Chairman of Billingshurst Parish Council. Wakoos deservedly won the prize for the best float for their colourful Charlie and the Chocolate Factory entry. Billingshurst Brownies took second place with Watership Down, with St Gabriels Playgroup in third place with Room on the Broom. The Carnival Princess this year was Leanne Clark, supported by attendants Chloe Mulford and Leah Bailey. The Dog Show attracted a record entry of over 70 dogs. Best In Show in the Pedigree classes was a three-year-old Whippet called Model owned by Mrs Freeman from Epsom, with Reserve Best in Show being Lara, a two-year-old Cavalier Spaniel owned by Mrs Lindsell from Bognor. Best Pedigree Puppy was Nala, a six month old Siberian Husky owned by Mr Burbidge from Crawley, and Nala also stole the heart of the Billingshurst Princess who chose her as Best In Show for the Novelty classes. A new attraction at the Show this year was the Arts & Crafts competition, which attracted dozens of entries in a range of classes. This seems set to be a regular fixture at the Show in future years. Martin Ballam and his team from Xtreme Falconry brought some superb birds of prey to the Show, and put on two flying displays in the arena, including exciting high speed aerobatics from the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fastest bird, the Peregrine Falcon. The Nautical Training Corps were welcome first time visitors to the Show this year, the band playing both in the Carnival Procession and in the arena, before the youngsters performed a Gun Run.

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The programme of arena events, which also included music and dancing from the Petworth Town Band, Boom Tribe, Horsham Bluebelles, the Sandra Wilson School of Dance and the Weald School then concluded with an entertaining formation wheelbarrow display team from Billingshurst Scouts & Guides and a traditional Tug of War. Throughout the afternoon there was high quality entertainment in the Food Court, provided by the superb Five Foot Twos with vocalist Sybie Ross-Talbot, Billingshurst Choral Society, and the West Hill Morris Men, making a welcome return to the Show. Organising Committee Chairman Paul Starkey said, “It was another great year for the Billingshurst Show, which we try to maintain as a real traditional, familyfriendly village show. With so many people here today, the Carnival Procession floats, plenty of local stalls, and strong local participation in the events during the afternoon, we’re very pleased with the strong community focus.” Paul added: “I’d like to thank everyone on the Organising Committee, which is made up of Rotary Club members and supporters of Billingshurst Scouts & Guides, our many helpers beforehand and on the day, and our sponsors and advertisers, especially our Principal Sponsors Architectural Plants, Coco’s, Essence of Asia and Gozone, who have all been extremely generous with their support. This year we have raised over £10,000 which is a new record for the Billingshurst Show and represents a fantastic effort from all concerned.” Paul Starkey Photos (1, 2, 5, 7, 10: Paul Starkey, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9: Grahame Pearson) 1 Carnival Princess 2013 was Leanne Clark. 2 Boom Tribe samba band from Horsham could not fail to be noticed! 3 Billingshurst Family Church transport expired but divine intervention got them to the Show on time! 4 Martin Ballam fromXtreme Falconry. 5 Youngsters from the Nautical Training Corps. 6 The girls from the Weald School put on a delightful performance. 7 Wakoos won the trophy for Best Float in the Carnival. 8 Sybie Ross-Talbot’s voice was enchanting. 9 Horsham Bluebelles seen here in their Legally Blonde dance routine. 10 For some the excitement was just too much!

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Salmon & Watercress Quiche Salmon and peppery watercress make a great combination

METHOD

1. You can make the pastry in a food processor according to the manufacturer’s instructions or if you prefer, rub the butter into the flour in a bowl with your fingertips. Add the egg yolk and just enough water to bring the dough to a firm ball. 2. Roll the pastry out large enough to line a loose-bottomed 24cm wide, 3.5cm deep tart tin. Lightly butter the tin, and then dust it with a small amount of flour, knock out the surplus then lower in the circle of pastry making sure you push it right into the edges. Be careful not to make holes or tear it. Trim the excess pastry and place in the fridge to chill for 20 minutes. 3. Set the oven at 200°C/Gas 6. Put a baking sheet in the oven to warm. Line the pastry case with kitchen foil and baking beans or a saucer and slide onto the hot baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove from the oven and carefully lift the beans or saucer and foil out. 4. Return the pastry case to the oven for five minutes or so, until the surface is dry to the touch. Remove from the oven and set aside. Turn the oven temperature down to 180°C/Gas 4. 5. For the filling, place the salmon in a baking dish, brush with oil or butter, season lightly with salt and pepper and bake for 15 minutes, or until the flakes break apart easily. Remove from the oven. Leave to cool a little, then break into large pieces. Place the pieces of fish in the tart case.

Serves 4-6. Preparation time: 30-60 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes

INGREDIENTS

For the pastry case (or you can use ready-made) 200g plain flour, plus extra for dusting 100g butter, cut into small pieces 1 egg yolk A little water For the filling 400g salmon fillet A little butter or groundnut oil Salt and black pepper 2 large handfuls watercress 4 eggs 400ml double cream 6. Wash the watercress leaves, removing and discarding the thickest of the stems. Put the wet watercress into a saucepan, cover tightly with a lid and place over a high heat. Cook for a couple of minutes, or until the leaves wilt a little. They should keep their colour. Turn the watercress over once with tongs, let it steam a further few seconds, then remove from the heat, cool under cold running water and squeeze dry. 7. Tuck the watercress into the tart case in between the salmon pieces. Gently whisk the eggs and cream, pour into the case and bake for 25 minutes, or until set. Serve warm.

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Here’s to a Sizzling Summer with Austen’s Home Hardware, Billingshurst

icture the scene. It’s a typical balmy summer evening, and the threat of rain appears to be holding off. What more of an excuse do you need not to have a barbecue? Despite our unpredictable climate, the tell-tale curls of smoke from back gardens across the land, and the pervading aroma of sizzling sausages, confirms our loveaffair with al fresco dining. So, if you’re looking to join the ranks of dedicated barbecuers, or simply replacing or upgrading your existing appliance, utensils, bottled gas or charcoal visit Austen’s Home Hardware, Billingshurst to see our range. One of the biggest dilemmas that face anyone buying a barbecue is whether to go for gas or charcoal. While both offer great cooking opportunities, here are some facts you may find useful. Convenience: The simplicity and convenience of a gas barbecue is hard to beat. Most models feature an in-built ignition system. Turn on the gas, push the igniter button then sit back while the barbecue reaches the desired cooking temperature. It really is that simple and gives the advantage over charcoal, especially if you have guests all arriving at different times, as there will be no worries of the barbecue dying out. If, however, you prefer something a little more challenging, and generally a little less expensive, you may opt for a charcoal barbecue. These bring out a primeval ‘conquest of fire’ streak in us as they involve arranging the coals, igniting lighter cubes and fanning the

flames. Then there’s the inevitable wait until the flames have died down and the coals are white hot. If you’re impatient – or hungry – this option probably isn’t for you! Taste: Devotees of charcoal insist that the taste cannot be beaten or replicated with gas. The essence of barbecuing in any form is the vapourisation of juices from food hitting a hot surface. In charcoal barbecues this is the charcoal itself. Many top-of-the-range gas barbecues have bars above the burners to vapourise the juices and create the familiar ‘barbecue’ flavour. At high temperature charcoal is tasteless and odourless. At lower temperatures the flavour character of any hardwood charcoal will emerge to enhance the food. Cost: As with most things, you get what you pay for. Quality, durability and performance come at a price. Cheaper charcoal models may only last a season or two, especially if stored outside, whereas stainless steel gas barbecues, if weather protected and properly cleaned and maintained should provide many years of service. Size is an important consideration too. If you’re likely to be catering for large gatherings of family and friends, you’ll want to be able to cook more than a couple of burgers at a time! If you’re still undecided then visit us at Austen’s Home Hardware, Billingshurst where you’ll find everything you need for the perfect outdoor dining experience and plenty of expert advice to help you make the right choice of barbecue. David Lobley

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Enjoy an Indian Summer at Monsoon At Monsoon you can choose your curry as hot or as delicately flavoured as you like. Our master chefs combine established curry classics with the f inest modern cuisine. Our charming 15th century restaurant offers three large and cool dining areas. Two have characterful oak beams (photo left) while the third is a spacious Party Room (right) with its own entrance and bar, perfect for a celebration or business get-together.

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The Half Moon Inn, Kirdford welcomes Award Winning Chef, Reuben Waller

euben Waller, Head Chef at the Half Moon Inn, Kirdford is no stranger to the area having successfully run the Stag Inn in Balls Cross a few years ago. He is delighted to be able to reengage with many old friends in the form of both customers and suppliers. The Half Moon’s ambition is to create an environment in which everyone is welcome young and old whilst delivering a truly sensational dining experience whatever the time of day. Together they aim to restore the integrity of an ‘inn’ by serving well kept cask ales alongside an innovative wine list. Reuben’s philosophy on food is that it should be freshly prepared on site using produce that is delivered daily ensuring complete food integrity. Reuben selects suppliers based on

quality of produce and locality, creating menus that change monthly (with daily specials) to reflect the seasonality of local produce. The aim being to provide a dining opportunity to suit all occasions be it a light lunch with the newly launched Lunch Club, to sharing boards and celebratory meals with friends or simply just to indulge oneself. The Half Moon hopes that every customer or supplier that walks through the door feels the warmth of the welcome of the staff and service provided. The mission of the team at the Half Moon is to take its customers on a taste experience so that when customers leave they leave sated not only in the belly but also in the heart. Holly Stone www.halfmoonkirdford.co.uk (01403) 820223

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Cub Leader is presented with Award of Merit

ick Layt, assistant Cub Leader of Billingshurst Parbrook pack was presented with a special Award of Merit which was awarded at a recent camping trip for twelve years of outstanding service to the cubs. This very special award is not an automatic award but one that has to be justified and the leader must be keen, conscientious, imaginative and show dedication to the service over a sustained period. The award was throughly deserved as Nick has been involved with the Cubs for nearly 20 years and has a long-standing record of excellence with all the packs he has run. Nick was Assistant Cub Leader at 2nd Bracknell from 1985 to 1993 and then Cub Leader from 1998 to 2006 when he moved to Sussex. He joined 1st Billingshurst's Parbrook pack in November 2006 before becoming its leader in 2008. In 2012 he stepped back to become Assistant Cub Leader again. He also ran Cubs at Stubbington House school (in Ascot) in the early 1990s and 1st Wood End Cub pack in North Warwickshire from 1994 to 1997. Nick has proved that Scouting is not just kids stuff – there is challenge and adventure for adults too. The presentation – which was a total surprise to Nick – was made by Steve Prower, Group Scout Leader of 2nd Bracknell and Deputy District Commissioner of South East Berkshire. Cubs from Nick’s previous cub pack in Bracknell also attended the presentation along with his current pack from Billingshurst.

Steve Prower, Group Scout Leader at 2nd Bracknell said, “Nick has been a 2nd Bracknell leader on and off since 1985 and despite moving to Sussex in 2006 has continued the relationship with us, not least by continuing to manage our website. We thought that was worth celebrating and so I’m delighted to be able to present him with the Award of Merit.” Karen Brooks, Cub Leader of 1st Billingshurst’s Parbrook Cubs said, “Like many other camps, Nick has planned this latest one for us. It has been very hard to weave in the 2nd Bracknell involvement without him finding out but he really had no idea this was coming. I’ve run Cubs with him since 2006 and this award is well deserved. We’ve certainly benefited from the ideas he brought with him and it is great to do joint activities with the Bracknell Cubs and leaders.” Nick Layt said, “It has been quite a day. People kept turning up and I had no idea why but it is lovely to receive the award. When I started as a 2nd Bracknell leader it was working with the inspirational Barry Smith who had been the leader for over 30 years. He was an amazing man and his legacy is all of us that are still involved in Scouting.” Bik-kay Talbot Photo: Steve Prower, Group Scout Leader of 2nd Bracknell and Deputy District Commissioner of South East Berkshire district presenting Nick Layt with his certificate and award

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Health and wellbeing

Chestnut Tree House set to benefit from local marathon

his year will see the 31st running of the Barns Green Half Marathon. At 11am on Sunday 29th September hundreds of runners will begin the 13-mile race, streaming through Barns Green, Itchingfield, Christ’s Hospital and close to Southwater in what is one of the most scenic races in the country. Once again numerous charities, local organisations and youth groups are set to benefit from the event and this year’s chosen charity is Chestnut Tree House, the only children’s hospice in Sussex. The Barns Green Half Marathon appoints an official charity each year which collects money in the car-parks and on the Green on race day and the race committee is delighted to be able to support such an outstanding charity which is located so close to Barns Green. Situated close to Arundel, Chestnut Tree House offers specialist palliative care to children and young people suffering from life-limiting and life-threatening illnesses across the whole of Sussex. The hospice also provides support for the whole family, offering psychological support, care following bereavement, end of life and respite care, care in the families’ own homes and sibling support. Chestnut Tree House officially opened in November 2003 and over the past ten years has helped hundreds of children and their families all over Sussex. As part of the 10th anniversary activities, Chestnut Tree House has launched a Runs Challenge inviting all its fundraising runners both novice and professional to take part in events

around the country such as the Brighton Marathon, the Eastbourne Half Marathon and the Bupa London 10,000. The Barns Green Half Marathon is proud to be one of the chosen races in this special year for the charity. However, it is not just Chestnut Tree House that will benefit from the Barns Green Half Marathon. Each year hundreds of pounds are raised for different charities, local organisations and youth groups. Last year, the race raised around £12,000. In addition many of the runners taking part in the race also raise money for various charities and several local organisations, sports clubs and youth groups also receive donations for their help and support with the race organisation. Barns Green Half Marathon Chairman, Vernon Jennings commented, “We are delighted to have Chestnut Tree House as our official charity this year. The charity is based just half an hour from us and they have a wonderful shop in Billingshurst which I would urge everyone to visit and support. The work that goes on at Chestnut Tree House is absolutely invaluable and we hope that everyone who takes part in this year’s race or comes along to cheer on the runners will support the wonderful work that they do”. For more information on Chestnut Tree House, telephone (01903) 871800 or visit www.chestnut-tree-house.org.uk. For further information on the race contact Nigel Currie, Barns Green Half Marathon Committee, 07774 229305. www.barnsgreen-half.org.uk

Sun has been booked for this year’s race! Inset: young Isabelle Davis with Chestnut Tree House Activity Leader Karen Ezard

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Whizz kids! Choose the right scooter for your child

iding a scooter is a great way for children to get around and exercise at the same time. Whether they are zooming to school or zipping around the park, a scooter is much easier to master than a bicycle and is normally less expensive. For young children, scooters with three or four wheels are best to help them develop balance and co-ordination. Modern models often have two wheels at the front and one at the back. You steer by simply leaning to the side. Younger children’s scooters have soft grips and anti-slip footplates to maximise safety. They are chunkier than scooters for older children and may not fold down. Many are brightly coloured or feature favourite TV characters. They also come in lots of funky designs and some have flashing lights on the footplate. When children have mastered the basics, they can move on to a two-wheeled push scooter. The height of the handlebars can normally be adjusted so the scooter can ‘grow’ with your child. Many have a brake, operated by pressing a pedal over the back wheel. Some even give off sparks when you do this! Scooters are convenient too – most are lightweight and fold in half, which makes them very easy to carry around or pop in the boot of the car. Two-wheel scooters can get up to a good speed, but they are not all suitable for doing jumps and tricks. For this, you will need a stunt scooter, which is stronger than a normal one. They have a rigid head tube and bars, metal wheels and rubber grips, and they aren’t foldable. If your child likes to travel at speed but isn’t keen to put the effort in, how about an electric scooter? Suitable for children aged eight and older, they are powered by rechargeable batteries that last for around 45 minutes. You accelerate using a twist-grip control and can

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reach speeds of up to 15mph. The latest innovation in scooting is the ‘tri’ or ‘Y’ scooter. These are three-wheeled scooters, but you stand with your legs apart on two separate plates that come together at the front. To travel, you move your body from side to side in a skiing motion. And if you like to visit country parks with rough tracks, how about an off-road scooter, with larger wheels and pneumatic tyres for a smoother ride, and a raised footplate which won’t catch on any bumps. Whatever type of scooter you choose to buy, always check the size carefully to make sure it is suitable for your child. This is especially important if you are buying online, and manufacturers should give height and weight restrictions for their products. Finally, a word on safety. As with bicycles, children can and will fall off their scooters. Minimise their injuries by getting them kitted out with a helmet, kneepads and elbow pads. Alex Brown

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Award recognition for Loxwood Canal Centre

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Book reviews / About the house

A Good Read August’s selection from book reviewer Kath Bennett The Private Patient – PD James At a private clinic in Dorset, Rhoda Gradwyn has booked an operation to remove a serious facial scar – one which she has borne for many years, but ‘no longer has need of.’ The operation is a success, but by morning Rhoda Gradwyn is dead, and suspicion falls on the staff of Cheverell Manor. Commander Adam Dalgliesh, poet and policeman, is summoned from London to investigate, and before long finds himself dealing with not one, but two unexplained deaths and a whole host of dark secrets. The Private Patient is the latest in James’ Dalgliesh series, and it bears all the familiar hallmarks of the earlier novels: a death in a closed community, a complicated back story, and a steady move to the conclusion. As ever, the supporting characters are just as important as Dalgliesh himself – both those on his team and those who inhabit Cheverell Manor – and they are deftly drawn, with real and believable traits. For the reader, the experience is more about contemplation than guesswork – the identity of the killer is revealed three quarters of the way through, and the rest of the novel is concerned with motivation and moral dilemmas. There is also a significant amount of tying up of loose ends from the ongoing stories of Dalgliesh and his colleagues, and the ending is rich and reflective. Some would argue that James’ novels are an acquired taste, being so far from the run

of the mill ‘whodunnit’ but I would say they are a taste well worth the acquiring. The Family from One End Street – Eve Garnett This 1930’s classic has recently been re-issued as a Puffin Modern Classic, and rightly so. Telling the story of Mr and Mrs Ruggles and their seven children, it has captivated children for many years and will do so for many more. This is the first in Garnett’s series and introduces the family: Dad Jo, Mum Rosie and children Lily Rose, Kate, twins Jim and John, young Jo, Peg and baby William. The first chapter tells us how they all got their names and sets the scene, then each subsequent section details one of their many adventures. All of the Ruggles have an uncanny knack for getting into scrapes – from Lily Rose’s attempt to help her mother with a customer’s washing, which doesn’t go to plan, to the tale of clever Kate’s lost grammar school hat, and the daring escapades of Jim and John. The book ends with ‘The Perfect Day’ at the Cart Horse parade in London, riding on Uncle Charlie’s dust cart. Each episode is beautifully illustrated with Garnett’s line drawings. This may not be the most fashionable or up-to-date novel, but it has stood the test of time. Any reader will find much to enjoy, but particularly girls age eight and over will take the Ruggles to their hearts and perhaps wish for the freedom and fun enjoyed by the children in days long gone.

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We’re celebrating ten years of community transport!

ince the summer of 2003 Billingshurst Community Transport (BCT) has assisted elderly, frail and disabled residents who are unable to use public transport. Medical appointments such as the doctor, dentist, optician or hospital need not be a problem; the service will take our passengers door to door. While priority is given to medical journeys BCT may also in some cases take members to visit friends, family or to go shopping. If you live in the parishes of Billingshurst, Ifold, Plaistow, Loxwood, Alfold, Shipley and Kirdford, BCT could be helping you. Do you have mobility problems or do you use a wheel chair? BCT has its own VW Caddy that has a swivel front passenger seat to allow easier access for a disabled person and a rear access ramp for wheelchair users. Not all journeys are in the Caddy; many will be in the driver’s own car. There are currently 42 volunteer drivers who come from all of the parishes covered by the scheme. Last year BCT transported a total of 256 passengers and travelled nearly 37,000 miles, 16,500 in the VW and 20,275 in volunteers’ cars. There were almost 5,000 passenger trips of which over half were for medical needs. The original concept for the service came from the Billingshurst Lions Club which took 18

months of working with a number of other local organisations, charities and councils to finally get the scheme up and running. BCT continues to be supported by Billingshurst Lions and also receives funding from Billingshurst Parish Council, Horsham and West Sussex Councils, as well as other Parish Councils. The BCT vehicle was purchased from money specifically allocated to local transport improvement. BCT has an office in Billingshurst Centre, Roman Way, where Lynne, our Coordinator, is assisted by additional volunteers who ensure the smooth running of this service . The annual membership subscription is £5, payable on the 1st of January each year. Journeys have a preset charge, and users will be advised of their journey costs prior to travel. For medical appointments, a companion may travel free of charge. Should you wish to join BCT, or if you are interested in becoming a volunteer driver, please contact Lynne Murray on (01403) 787696. Photo: Volunteer driver John Gilbert with Colin Pidgley (Steve Cobb, photographer at West Sussex County Times newspaper)

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Diary of a ‘Commuter’ Smallholder The continuing diary of Michaela Giles, a Billingshurst smallholder

he sheep are enjoying the fantastic weather We are off to the Yorkshire Show soon where the now they have been sheared/shorn (I still POY and Young Pig of the Year finals are held so don’t know which one is correct). It’s funny we are keeping our fingers crossed; this is piggy putting them back out afterwards as their lambs Crufts and the competition is extremely high. don’t recognise them at first and The ‘Tedfold Quality’ is go running around shouting at spreading and we have now the tops of their voices. sold our pedigree meat to a We took Susie the Middle rather posh butcher locally who White and ‘Ears’ the said the meat had been Saddleback to the Billingshurst finished perfectly; as we have Show to exhibit after the never finished pigs organisers kindly asked us, professionally before we were complete with shady brolly. A rather pleased (smug even). beautiful day caused the pigs to Billingshurst Show: Oliver, Susie & Ears This also led to an order from keep climbing in their water tub, The Hungry Guest delicatessen/ creating a muddy puddle that they slid into. A fair café in Petworth, who advertise in Village Tweet. few people went home with muddy spots all over Monty the cockerel is being such a good boy them when the pigs shook themselves dry. Lots and almost every egg laid has been fertile. The of villagers recognised Susie from last month’s incubator is packed to the gunnels and we have Village Tweet. the first batch of chicks from him running about We have had four litters of pigs born since 1st and the second about to hatch. We even have July; one middle white litter and three some fertile eggs left over to sell at the saddlebacks. Hence we now have 37 piglets Smallholder Show in Ardingly along with some tottering about, hopefully among them will be Pig high ethic free range Charcuterie. of the Year 2014, which remains our ultimate aim. Michaela Giles www.tedfoldcottagefarm.co.uk

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That must Smart! John Nash is a retired, well sort of retired, fruit farm manager in Kirdford who enjoys scribbling about life on the farm from the now to days gone by.

e all benefit by the vast improvements that modern medicine has brought us. Now we have cures for so many illnesses and, thank goodness, when we are in pain, relief can be just an injection or pill away. It is for our animals too… Looking back to my early days in farming I shudder at some of the things that sick or poorly animals had to endure. In fact some of their suffering was put upon them by our own efforts in trying to help them because we had no other means at our disposal of dealing with their problems. The first time I had to help with a broken horn introduced me to such an incident in a very bloody and messy way. As I have commented on before, back then most cows were allowed to retain their horns and it was only later that the dehorning of calves became the norm. Horns, in fact, were trained as the young heifers grew so that they would gain extra points if they proved good enough to be shown at any of the agricultural shows. Each breed of beast had its own distinctive shape of horn and much time was spent getting them into their correct positions while they were still growing. Anyway… as a result there was always a danger that at some point two girls would indulge in an argument that would result in one or the other losing a horn. The horn is only solid at its tip (see diagram). The rest is just a shell over a fleshy inner. Once shucked or broken this would result in copious amounts of blood and an animal that was not exactly in the mood to be tampered with. So, there would follow a battle as we would try to bandage the bleeding stump and then pour copious amounts of Friar’s Balsam over the rapidly reddening covering. This would set like concrete in a few hours and then we would wait until it virtually rotted off to reveal a new hardening shell beneath. A calving cow would almost as a matter of course receive a couple of pints of Calcium Borogluconate injected under her skin to alleviate the effects of milk fever that could occur as she suddenly released huge amounts of milk at calving time. Untreated she could rapidly become a very sick animal. But a bottle put straight into her jugular vein would see her on her feet inside half an hour without any sign of her recent demise. While on the subject of cattle it would be foolish not to mention the art of getting a new ring into the nose of a young bull after he has been passed as suitable for registration. He doesn’t like it. He really doesn’t like it, I had numerous bruises to prove it. I can still hear the squeals of young piglets as I tried to hold them steady so that the pigman could do his stuff with his razor blade. Their high pitched voices drilling into my mind as mother too joined in with angry grunts and desperately trying to scale the four-foot wall that kept us

in relative safety. The operation was conducted with speed and skill it had to be said, but the sight of him putting three or four of the removed articles on a dish while commenting, “Just right for breakfast,” and then tossing the remainder over the wall to his waiting dogs, only reinforced the struggle I had in refraining from crossing my legs. There were a few practices that I would certainly question today. The old method of dealing with Ring Worm was to roughly scrape the scab off the offending area and then paint it with a mixture of crude oil and creosote. The pain must have been terrible, although it did seem to prove effective. Bloat was something that could occur in the early spring when the cows would be let out for their first taste of fresh spring grass and clover. We would try to control the amount they could eat by strip grazing the meadows, but there was always one who would over indulge to a greater degree than was wise for her. Cows cannot be sick. Once there food has passed a certain point, their multi-stomach formation has a one-way system that means once the animal has cudded and the contents has passed through to its next destination they are unable to regurgitate or do that most simple of tasks – burp. Any gas that is generated by the fermenting clover in her overly full stomachs has nowhere to go. So she blows up. And I mean really blows. If the gas is not released she literally ruptures internally and dies. Early detection was often cured by a liberal dose of linseed oil and ginger. It paid to stand well clear of the expulsion zone after such a dose as it could be quite an event and anyone standing in the target area was rewarded by the instant and aromatic fallout. However, if the poor creature had passed beyond this form of help then we would fall back on the Trocar and Cannula. This was a metal spike (the Trocar) inserted inside a metal pea-shooter-looking tube (the Cannula). This was driven into the cow’s body around the triangle like area on her side just in front of her rear leg. The Trocor was removed leaving the Cannula in place and the gas could then vent off out of her stomach. It looked horrendous but it worked and on the few occasions that I witnessed its use the cows recovered quickly and without any apparent long-term effects. Sheep too can suffer the problem being ruminants themselves, but on the whole they are a much more steady grazer so it’s a much rarer happening with the woollies. (Although if you remember your Far From the Madding Crowds you may recall that the flock in that wonderful story suffered such a fate.) So, we speak of the good old days with misty eyes and much affection, but it wasn’t all sunshine and happiness. There was always a harder life lurking below the horizon that we are inclined to push into the back of the mind when reminiscing on days gone by. All the same, would we change it? No, I think not! John Nash

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fter the long, cold spring grass growth was delayed this year, but now we have perfect conditions of rain and warmth the grass is shooting up! One of the best ways to control the amount of grazing out horses and ponies are getting is with electric fencing; it is portable, convenient and costeffective. It is available in many applications depending upon how much you need to use, from small portable kits with a handy battery energiser to large systems on mains power capable of running many kilometers of fencing that can be controlled via a mobile phone! Here at SPR we are always being asked question about electric fencing and how it works. In this article I will try to cover the basics… The most common misconception is that electric fencing needs to be in a loop, this is not so as it is the animal that touches the fence that completes the circuit – hence the shock – so electric fencing is perfectly able to be set up in a straight line when dividing a paddock. The most important thing is to keep anything else such as vegetation from touching the fence and completing the circuit instead of the animal; insulators must be used on wooden posts. The most important part of any electric fence system is a good earth, without this the fence performance will be very poor. It is important to use an earth stake of around a metre in length and get it as far into the ground as you can. Keep the area around the earth damp and this will significantly improve the performance of your setup. 90% of electric fence problems are earth related. The second vital part of any system is the energiser. This piece of equipment is what converts the power from the battery or mains into a pulse that runs down the fence. The choice between battery or mains will depend on how far away a mains power source is to the fence. Mains is obviously more reliable but for for most horse owners is not practical. With battery energisers you have a choice between 6v, 9v and 12v batteries, my advice is to buy the best one you can afford. 12v units tend to pack more power than the 6v or 9v units and are

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to escape. I would strongly recommend using a leisure battery for a 12v system as these are longer-lasting and are designed to be run down and recharged many times unlike car batteries which are designed to be trickle charged from the car’s alternator and as such don’t have a very long life when used on an electric fence. Keeping the fence free of vegetation will lengthen the life of your battery too. With 6v and 9v batteries choose the battery with the highest number of amps per hour (Ah) on the label; this is the battery that will last the longest. Many 12v units now come with a 6v backup battery which can take over while the 12v is being charged. Some energisers also have a solar panel option which charges the battery and and turns power from the sun into electricity to be used overnight and during low-sun periods. When setting up an electric fence choose the best materials you can afford. Tapes come in many different types, the best ones are those with reinforced edges and many conductor wires spread over the width of the tape, the more expensive tapes tend to be UV resistant too. For temporary fencing most people opt for plastic posts as these are easy to just pop into the ground (unless you are unlucky like me to be on stony ground!) and remove again once you need to move the fence. Make sure that there is a good tension on the fence, you don’t want it blowing around in the wind or dangling on the ground and earthing out . Get into a habit of testing the fence on a regular basis, you can either touch it – not recommended! – or use one of the fence testers available, I would buy one with five or six lights integrated to give a good indication of fence performance and test various areas of the fence line to check for any problems that may arise. Happy horse keeping! Jeannette Douglas. SQP, Qualified Horse Adviser. SPR Centre. www.sprcentre.co.uk

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Record-breaking total raised at Sizzling Summer Fun Day

record-breaking £8,908.81 was raised in just four hours at Billingshurst Primary School’s Summer Fun Day held on 30th June. Helen Williamson, Headteacher, said, “We are absolutely delighted with the total that has been raised and none of this would be possible without the vision, commitment and hard work of the BPSCA, our Community Association. The work and time they put in to raising extra funds for the school is outstanding. The money has supported school visits in each year group as well as provided significant funds for the development of the grounds. The new path around the field, part of the Outdoor Project, is due to be completed later this year.” There was an array of traditional stalls as well as many attractions including go-karts and an 18ft mega slide. One particular stall sparked a lot of interest

which was the ‘Where’s Wally’ competition. The Year 6 teachers dressed up as Where’s Wally, including the Headteacher, for a photograph, which was photocopied many times to cover a car; the children had to guess the number of Wallies and find the Headteacher. There were children performances throughout the day as well as an exciting fencing display from the Breakfast Fencing Club run by South Coast Sports. It was a beautiful day with the sun shining; the children and their families had a fantastic time. We would like to thank all our sponsors, advertisers and families for their support, without them it wouldn’t have been possible to achieve another record breaking fundraising total this year. Bik-kay Talbot

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t is estimated that just 3% of the UK population employ a professional garden designer, with most people opting to design their own outdoor space, or adapt one they may have inherited. The first decision to make when starting a plan is whether to make it look ‘designed’ or not. By this I mean do you like a structured garden with big sweeping curves and strong lines, formality and symmetry, or do you prefer a more informal space that looks like it ‘just happened’, almost by mistake? The latter is much harder to achieve as you are often trying to recreate something nature does best. There was an industry debate recently which explored the idea of modern gardens being ‘over designed’. As with clothing fashion, there’s a revival of a certain era every so often, and it’s the same with design outdoors. Once up on a time, formal terraces were all the rage with prettycoloured bedding schemes and clipped hedging. Then, decades later, these were dug up and replaced with sweeping natural ‘landscapes’, where trees and lakes were carefully located to make them appear as though they had always been there. Which is right? Well, neither, it’s personal taste and as long as it fits with the house style and surrounding landscape, I think you should do what makes you happy. After all, that’s what gardens are for, to be enjoyed. Once you’ve decided on a style, take some measurements of the boundaries, starting with the house. Use circles, curves, squares and rectangles to make some nice shapes on the

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It’s dangerous out there!

alking with Laika is very much a companionable affair – taking in the glorious Sussex countryside replete with amazing flora and fauna; mutually enjoying the open spaces, the sounds and often stillness as we negotiate the footpaths and bridle paths that form a trellis-work across our county. Dog walking is, of course, inherently safe and apart from the occasional stumble over unseen tree roots, the odd glide down drenched slopes and my morbid fear of flooded wellies, I haven’t felt vulnerable. Until… In rural Sussex there lurks a threat that is enough to turn dog walkers to seek the pavements and the parks! In our beloved county, there dwells a menace that can turn any selfrespecting countryside lover and rambler into a rabid urbanite. Trust me, Mrs M and I know! Now Mrs M seldom ventures out into our verdant countryside, preferring instead the jostle and noise of shopping malls; the departmental store and supermarket scrums to the lofty English oak, majestic horse chestnut and the undulating fields. Laika is always pleased when Mrs M reaches for her boots and we go off to explore together – a family outing! We arrived at the Lordings flood gates after a pleasant amble through the countryside with Mrs M looking marginally flushed after her exertions and Laika panting rhythmically before sliding into the canal for a drink. A short walk took us to Lordings Lock and the aqueduct

where we met a couple of knowledgeable volunteers who were on a lunch break, strimmers parked and sandwiches in hand. Laika was kindly offered a prawn from a lunch box but rather disdainfully left the dead creature on the grass! Onwards we rambled then in a northerly direction, over Guildenhurst Bridge, skirting Guildenhurst Manor, Laika securely on a lead in case of livestock. Lordings Road at last, and following the WSCC footpath adjacent to a field of spring beans, we could see that our way was blocked by a herd of bullocks relaxing at the foot of the stile we had to cross! Edging around the field and looking for a way out, we sought another WSCC footpath but had attracted the attention of another group of bovine beasts who came galloping en masse to investigate! It was surprising how fast they could run and in no time at all they were practically upon us before I managed to close a flimsy metal gate the other side of which they gathered as if for one last sortie – one small shove and they could have burst through. Mrs M, Laika and I proceeded to move away at pace from the restless, milling animals before finally exiting the field under barbed wire and dropping into a steep side stream. 10 km covered by the time we reached home, 900 kcal used and enough adrenaline secreted to fill a bucket! Ron Myal

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“A brilliant day for all the family”

hat was just one of the many comments heard following the Loxwood Village Fête and Dog Show on 8th June at North Hall, Loxwood. This year the sun shone for the whole day which enticed around 800 people out of their homes to support the village. Overall the fête was a massive success raising over £5,000 for local causes such as both Loxwood and Alfold Churches and North Hall, with other contributions to the Loxwood Community Gardens Initiative, the North Singers and the Loxwood History Society. Not only was it a success in terms of money, but more importantly it was a good social event that the whole village took advantage of. There were many events taking place to attract families, such as a barbecue, bar, sideshows, craft stands, cake stall, gun-dog demonstration, face painting, tombola, art show and various competitions for children and adults as well as a very successful grand draw. With families in mind, the organisers arranged for a free bouncy castle, slide and Punch and Judy show for the children, as well as a good selection of children’s races in the

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arena. We were entertained all afternoon by the Weald School running the public address system, making announcements and playing music. In between, the crowd were entertained by the Slinfold Concert Band who provided the live music for the event. Probably the most successful part of the day was the well organised and well attended dog show. It appeared that everybody attending had brought their dog to take part in this very popular event. Some of the classes had up to 60 dogs entered, which demonstrates the level of interest for dog lovers. The organisers of the fête would like to take this opportunity to thank everybody for their support for this annual event which benefits all the people in Loxwood, especially our sponsors The Harwood Group, Gatwick Honda, Peter Hallt and the Loxwood Joust. We would also like to thank all of our advertisers who advertised in the fête programme as well as people and companies who donated to the grand draw and to the tombola. Lastly, a big thank you to the organisers, helpers and contributers who helped to make the day a resounding success. Graham Moore Photo: Heather Tipton

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Keeping you safe and sound online – Part 1 Sound computer and IT advice from Bax Computer Services

he Internet has changed beyond all recognition in the last ten years, with the adoption of online shopping, communicating by email, social media, tablets and smart phones, all of which encourage us to do more online. But despite the wonder the online world can bring, it also carries many dangers… Just going to the wrong website, clicking on a link in an unknown email or clicking on a warning that pops up on your PC can open you up to a whole host of problems. So the first thing to mention is: just DON’T do any of these things: Number 1: Whenever you go to a website, before you do anything else – check your browser bar and ensure the address that is showing is the address you typed in. Especially if you do a lot of online banking make sure the address is correct and you can see a little padlock. There isn’t a bank with an online system that won’t have a secure system and that’s what the little padlock means. Number 2: Unknown emails. NEVER open an email from someone you don’t know. Just delete it. If you do open it, then please DON’T click on any of the links. If the email is from someone you know but the subject line seems a bit strange or the email contains

a link that’s gobble-de-gook then again, just delete it. If it’s important and genuine, the person that sent it to you will probably send it again or send you another email asking if you got it. Remember: if an email, that appears to be from your bank, the government or any one else important, asks you to click on a link – then it’s probably an email that will download a virus or malware onto your system or is about to redirect you to a site designed simply to obtain your personal details. DON’T do it. Number 3: If you suddenly get a scary warning message pop up on your computer screen telling you there’s a serious problem with your system, there already is. Whatever you do DON’T click on it. This warning simply means there is already a virus on your system and the people that put it there just want your money to get rid of it (and usually they don’t). If you have already done or experienced any of the above, you have a problem. You need to run an up-todate antivirus software scan on it your computer or take it to a professional to do it – your security may already be compromised. Part 2 – our take on some of the best FREE antivirus software suites out there. Bax Computer Services

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Fire-fighters at Billingshurst Show

he Billingshurst fire-fighter crew attended the Billingshurst Show and Carnival Procession on Sunday 30th June. It was a lovely sunny day and the fire engine once again proved a popular attraction with the kids – and young-at-heart grown-ups as well. Well, who doesn’t love a Big Red Fire Engine! The crew enjoy attending the Billingshurst Show each year as it offers an opportunity to talk to everyone and to offer advice on fire safety. Fire prevention is of course most important to West Sussex Fire and Rescue. Most fires are avoidable and a little education goes a long way. Village Tweet Editor, Grahame Pearson, dropped by for a chat with our newest recruit Mike Hartley

(introduced in last month’s Village Tweet). We were also delighted to be approached by a number of potential recruits, always a welcome sight! This year, our newest recruit, Mike Hartley (introduced in last month’s Village Tweet), was handing out leaflets to let everyone know about our Station Open Day on 14th September. We will provide another update on this next month but needless to say it will be a fun day out for all with a chance to look round the Fire Station and get a view behind the scenes. We hope to see you there. Well done to Wakoos for winning this year’s float competition – we hope to win it next year with our Fire Engine! Dan Game Photo: Grahame Pearson

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“…We’ve just moved to Billingshurst, and I was wondering where: ► ► ► ► ► ►

I could hire a room for business purposes (for meetings & training) I could find out more about Billingshurst (now, and its past) My son and I could join a fun choir (he says I can’t sing; cheek!) My wife and daughter could try an exercise class (no comment!) We could all go and see a film, without having to drive anywhere We could hold a party for our friends and relations…”

The answer: Centre ► We have rooms for hire for whole days, evenings, or by the hour, all equipped with data projectors and laptops, and can provide refreshments and lunch ► We can tell you about the village, which clubs meet here and when Billingshurst Local History Society hold their meetings ► Rock Choir starts here in September and promises Pop, Gospel & Motown singing for all – every Wednesday from 8pm ► Zumba, Zumba Gold, Ballroom Dancing, Kick Boxing, Tai Chi and Tae Kwon Do are some of the thirty-plus activities that take place at the Centre every week ► Macmillan have a film here almost every month of the year; tickets are a modest £6, wine, coffee and ice creams are sold in the interval and a good sum is raised for an excellent charity – the autumn film dates are shown below ► We’re a popular venue for parties, and can advise you about local DJs, caterers, vintners, children’s entertainers, bouncy castles and magicians. We have excellent facilities and are fully licenced… and when the Main Hall has a lining fitted (there’s a photo, above) it looks brilliant!

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Delicious Thai cuisine prepared with finest locally sourced ingredients

Please view our menu online: www.thechefthaicuisine.co.uk Eat in or take-away

Lunch 12.00am - 2.00pm

Dinner 5.30pm -10.00pm

TEL: 01403 786128 MOBILE: 07825 517439 9 JENGERS MEAD, BILLINGSHURST, WEST SUSSEX RH14 9PB

ADVERTISERS INDEX August 2013 A-Team Mechanics............................39 ADC Appliances ................................27 All About Kitchens.............................23 AM Beauty Clinic...............................17 Andrew Gale Tree Surgery................36 Appaloosa Upholstery.......................23 Austens Home Hardware ....................8 Billingshurst Chamber of Commerce, Billibiz ........................41 Billingshurst Community & Conference Centre........................43 Billingshurst Leisure Centre ..............16 Billingshurst Osteopaths ...................15 Brazier Building Solutions .................25 Care Comfort Company ....................13 Caring Homes ...................................13 Catherine’s Pet Services...................37 Clayton-Turner Trees & Gardens.......35 Cracknell Pit-Draffen, Estate Agent .........................................OBC Dame Vera Lynn Trust.................11, 41 Davis Foot Care ................................15 Delta Decor .......................................23 Desjoyaux Pools................................19 EPS Motorcycles...............................39

Falcon/Willetts Equine Feeds............31 Fishers Farm Park.............................33 Fowlers, Estate Agent .........................3 Give Blood.........................................15 GJ Coles, Builder ..............................29 Goring Road Carpet Centre..............23 Gozone Care.....................................11 Half Moon Pub ..................................10 Hallam Trim, Window Cleaning .........27 Hamilton Cole TV & Satellite Equipment .....................................27 Holly Boilers ......................................29 Jef Wilson, Decorator........................29 Jonathan Carter Tree Surgery...........34 KB Private Hire..................................25 Lee’s Locks .......................................25 Macmillan ..........................................24 Mac’s Private Hire .............................39 Meraki Hairdressing ..........................17 Monsoon Indian Restaurant................9 Mrs Muscle Domestic Cleaning ........25 Odd Job.............................................27 Oven Revival Company.....................29 Ovens & More ...................................20 Pest B Off..........................................29

Pest Man ...........................................23 Piggin Good, Hog Roasts ...................7 Queens Head Pub ..............................6 REM Landscapes..............................37 Re-Nu Kitchens .................................20 Saxon Weald, garages for rent .........26 Southwater Cycles ............................15 Specific Projects, Equine ..................30 Sumners Ponds...............................IBC Sussex & Surrey Tree Services.........35 Sussex Carpet Brokers .....................21 Sussex Towing Brackets....................39 The Chef Thai Restaurant.................46 The Hungry Guest Café......................6 Tip Top Tutors....................................33 Vertus Building Management ............18 Village Nurseries...............................35 West Sussex Interiors .......................18 Willows Cattery .................................37 Wisborough Green Farmers’ & Village Market .................................6 Woodpeckers House & Garden Building & Maintenance ................22