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CONNECTING THE COMMUNITY AND LOCAL BUSINESS Barns Green • Billingshurst • Five Oaks • Ifold • Kirdford • Loxwood • Plaistow • Slinfold • Wisborough Green

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December 2011

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elcome to the Christmas issue of Village Tweet. At the time of writing (13th November) the weather is unseasonably warm, in fact my family have just returned from lunch in a pub garden! I’m sure this will all change shortly.

This month we have several interesting articles with a festive theme. Also, a glance at our What’s On pages shows a plethora of yuletide events and activities to attend, with something for everyone.

I’ll close by wishing you all a Very Merry Christmas.

Grahame Cover photo: Poinsettia.

By Maaco (flickr) If you have a suitable photo for the cover of Village Tweet please email it to us Food & drink Clayfield Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Little Cakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Recipe: Panettone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Sumners Ponds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Dolce Salato Pizzareia & Delicatessen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Kings Arms Pub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Wisborough Green Farmers & Village Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Monsoon Indian Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Health & wellbeing Azra Hall Skincare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Gozone Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 PRH Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Nikki Durrant Hypnotherapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 SureSlim Dieting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 South East Hearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Care Comfort Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC Cathryn Hindle Life Coach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .OBC About the house Cousins Conservatories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Cleansing Service Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Hamilton Cole TV & Satellite Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Goring Road Carpets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Vertus Building Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 West Sussex Interiors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Appaloosa Upholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Batchelor & Bacon: Kitchens, Bathrooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Blooms 2 Florist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Catherine’s Pet Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 M Marshall Decorating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Pest B Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 BRH Services Handyman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Drainline Southern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 GJ Coles Builder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Pets, Homes & Gardens Pet Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 South East Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Cato Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Fidelitas Property Consultants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Hydropower Generators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Pace Fuelcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 PD Alan Decorating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 A&B Roofing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Emma Dale Dog Behaviourist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Hallam Trim Window Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Love Your Cat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Paul Beadell Aerial & Satellie Specialist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Spriggs Florist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Miscellaneous Professional Services & Businesses Danielle Penticost Mobile Hairdressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Farmhouse B&B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Angel Eyes Images Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Best Computer Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 TechGeek IT and Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Katinka Designs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Alan Wright Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Alec McCabe Guitar Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

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Contents COPY DATE FOR JANUARY ISSUE: 5th DECEMBER Published by A272 Design, PO Box 371, Billingshurst, West Sussex RH14 4AS

Editorial and Advertising: Grahame Pearson 07762 767084 editor@villagetweet.co.uk Website Design: Stephen Pearson stephen@pearson-design.co.uk

www.villagetweet.co.uk Printed by: The Lavenham Press, Suffolk Disclaimer: All adverts and editorial are printed in good faith.

However, A272 Design cannot take any responsibility for the content of the adverts, the services provided by the advertisers or any statements given in the editorial. © No part of this publication may be reproduced or stored without the express permission of the publisher.

Equine Bailey’s page: Winter Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 LS Tack & Leather Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Mobile Field Shelter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Sussex Horse Sitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Motoring Paul Berry Driving Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Tri Cars Private Hire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Ashpark Private Hire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Macs Private Hire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Garden Tweet!

David Baulch Landscaping, Patios & Fencing . . . . . . . . . . .25 Garden View: A Tree is for Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Mayfield Nursery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Village Nurseries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Clayton-Turner Trees & Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Games and quizzes Spot the Difference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 20 Crossword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Wordsearch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 30 Kids Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Little Tweeters!

JonLane Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Tip Top Tutors Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Wakoos Centre4Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Wey & Arun Canal Trust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Play it Again, Lamb! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Community Better Broadband for Billingshurst . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Loxwood Christmas Jazz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Faces of Billingshurst: Katja Scurr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Christmas at Wisborough Green . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 North Hall Birthday Celebrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Billingshurst Community Partnership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Billingshurst Forum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 John Nash’s Farming Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Cranleigh Camera Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Billingshurst Community & Conference Centre . . . . . . . . . . .43 Features Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 The Morning After . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Save your Skin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Duvet Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Party Perfection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Toys! Toys! Toys! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Party Politics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Christmas on the Cheap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 A Good Read Book Reviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Last But Not Least What’s On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44, 45 Advertisers Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

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Food and drink

Panettone

Light and lovely, and full of festive flavours.

Try this Mediterranean Christmas treat

METHOD

1. Combine yeast, water and caster sugar in a medium bowl. Cover and leave to stand for ten minutes, or until foamy. Add eggs, yoghurt, vanilla, lemon zest and salt. Mix well. Stir in flour, a little at a time, until a manageable dough forms. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 to 10 minutes, adding flour as necessary, until the dough is soft and pliable, but not sticky. Place dough in a large, lightly greased bowl. Cover and leave to rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

2. Lightly grease a round 20cm, deep-sided cake tin.

3. In a small bowl, toss dried fruit with icing sugar.

Punch down dough in bowl, transfer to floured surface and knead in the fruit.

4. Form the dough into a ball and place in prepared cake tin, cover loosely with a clean tea towel and leave to rise for another 30 minutes. The loaf will rise above the tin sides and that’s fine. While the dough is rising, pre-heat the oven to 180°C/Gas mark 4.

5. Brush the risen dough with melted butter, if using. Bake for 45 minutes, or until loaf is golden brown and a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean.

6. Leave to cool completely before cutting.

Christmas stock and gifts now in shop Christmas cake orders now being taken Specialising in sugarcraft products Handmade Belgian chocolates Occasion cakes made to order Children’s cake decorating parties 41 High St, Billingshurst. 01403 784554 www.littlecakery.co.uk

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Serves 12. Prep 25 mins plus rising time. Cook 45 mins

INGREDIENTS

1 tablespoon dried active baking yeast 225ml/71/2 fl oz just-warm water 4 tablespoons caster sugar 2 eggs 125ml/4 fl oz low fat natural yoghurt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1/4 teaspoon salt 450g/1 lb plain flour 40g/11/2 oz or a handful currants 40g/11/2 oz or a handful sultanas 1 tablespoon icing sugar Melted butter (to brush, optional)

• Order your Free Range Goose (they are going fast!) and green or smoked gammon joints for Christmas now.

• Why not order some chipolatas to accompany your Christmas feast and sausage meat to make a fabulous stuffing.

• If you fancy some streaky or back bacon you can pre-order this also to avoid disappointment!

Tel: 07920097185 www.clayfieldfarm.co.uk Based in Barns Green

A Perfect Setting for Christmas Lunch With all the trimmings

www.sumnersponds.co.uk

From Saturday 26th November We can cater for parties of up to 35 3-course Traditional Lunch Alternative Christmas Lunch available Vegetarian option Two courses ÂŁ16 Three courses ÂŁ20 Pre-booked evening parties for 15 and over

Forthcoming Events at Sumners Ponds for your Diary Thursday 12th January 2012 Saturday 28th January 2012 Friday 10th February 2012

email for Phone or as menu tm full Chris

Quiz Night Curry Night Fish & Chips Night

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Food and drink

Get ready for Christmas RISTORANTE PIZZERIA Eat in or take away

Dolce Salato can give you alternative gift ideas, hampers, panettone and selected wines.

Don’t forget our deli with cheeses and meats directly imported from Italy.

We can also cater for your Christmas party at work or in your house.

We are happy to help you and personalise your menu.

Pizza making parties for kids or adults – just ask!

Hampers & outside catering available all year. Discount for bulk orders

Italian delicatessen • Coffee bar • Celebration cakes • Party catering available Mon: closed • Tues & Weds: 11:30-15:30 • Thurs & Fri: 11:30-15:00 & 18:30-22:30 Sat: 10:30-15:00 & 18:30-22:30 • Sun: parties only 47 High Street, Billingshurst, RH14 9PP • 01403 588785 Find us on Facebook & Qype • info@dolcesalato.co.uk

Wisborough Green

THE KINGS ARMS

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80 High St, Billingshurst RH14 9QS

Enquiries: 01403 700624

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01403 782072

Delivery service available to the following areas: Billingshurst, Barns Green, Slinfold, Pulborough, Wisborough Green, Loxwood, Ifold, Haven, Rudgwick, Coneyhurst, Coolham, Kirdford, Five Oaks, Itchingfield, West Chiltington (Minimum order £20, Billingshurst £15)

We do not compromise on ingredients or quality Take-away service available 10% discount on collection Good food expertly prepared in top-rated hygienic conditions is our speciality

Special Offer

Eat in or takeaway - Sunday to Thursday

Create your own set meal for 2 for £22 (A 30% reduction on our menu prices) (Chicken, meat or prawn)

Now taking bookings for

Christmas

With 3 large separate dining areas Monsoon offers the perfect setting for your Christmas meal.

Monsoon: a special venue for your special party or celebration

Papadam and chutney Any 2 starters from the menu Any 2 main dishes from the menu Any side dish from the menu Any rice from the menu Any nan bread from the menu

All this for just £22

Perhaps not the cheapest but we use only the finest ingredients We also offer outside catering for large parties, wedding receptions and functions

View our menu at www.monsoonrestaurant.net Monsoon, 42 High Street, Billingshurst

01403 786636 / 783113

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Winter Driving First in an occasional series from Paul Berry

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s we have now entered the time of year when the weather takes a turn for the worse, the drivers among us should consider how we need to deal with driving in adverse weather conditions. There are in fact a number of very simple things we can do to help keep ourselves and others safe on the road through the winter months.

Preparation is important; firstly can your car cope with winter conditions? It is well worth putting your car in for a winter service with a local garage which would include checking things like tyres, wiper blades, brake and suspension condition, anti-freeze levels and the battery and electrics. How often do you check that your lights work or check your tyre tread depths and pressures? These are checks that every driver should do regularly but are maybe even more important during the winter months. If we regularly check our vehicles and look after them, they are less likely to let us down and more likely to help keep us safe.

Once our vehicles are checked, what about ensuring that we, the driver, are ready to drive in winter conditions? There is a huge amount of advice out there about winter driving from organisations such as the AA, RoSPA and the Institute of Advanced Motorists.

In addition to the advice above, my other top tips for winter driving are: In very bad conditions ask yourself if your journey is really necessary. Try to plan a route using main roads, which are more likely to have been cleared or gritted. Allow extra time for your journey and if conditions worsen, be prepared to turn around and head home.

Don’t rush off! Allow plenty of time on a cold morning to clear all windows, lights and mirrors.

MOBILE HAIRDRESSING

Telephone

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In snow and ice, try moving off in second gear, bringing the clutch up gently to avoid wheel spin.

When driving, go in to the higher gears sooner.

Keep your speed down! Also, slow down much earlier and look and plan well ahead. Doing so will help ensure that you can slow down, stop and steer much more sensitively thus reducing the chance of skidding. You should always be able to stop in the distance you can see to be clear; this is a cornerstone of defensive driving.

Brake gently on the straights – not on the corners.

Keep greater separation distances. Use the four-second rule in the wet, but in icy conditions stopping distances can be up to ten times higher.

See and be seen, but don’t be inconsiderate.

Use dipped lights in poor visibility but do not use fog lights unless visibility is seriously reduced – to less than 100 meters. Using fog lights at other times can dazzle other road users and make your brake lights and indicators harder to see. Keep your windscreen washer bottle regularly topped up with a suitable detergent.

When driving in fog, use dipped headlights and consider using fog lights. Do not ‘hang on’ to the rear lights of the vehicle ahead as this can give you a false sense of security and may mean you end up driving too close. Use your wipers and demisters and remember that fog can make the road surface wet and slippery. Have windows open slightly to help listen for other vehicles.

Finally … Knowing how to correct a skid is all very well but skid avoidance is better still! Most skids are caused by driver error. If we keep our vehicles in good condition, keep our speed down, taking into account the road, traffic and weather conditions we are much more likely to stay safe on the road. Paul Berry. Billingshurst Driver Training (01403) 786185

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Health and wellbeing

The morning after…

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our head is pounding; you feel nauseated, dizzy and shaky. No, you’re not coming down with ’flu – it’s the morning after the night before and you have a hangover.

Across the centuries and around the globe some very peculiar hangover cures have been formulated. For example, Mongolians swear by a concoction of pickled sheep’s eyeballs washed down with a brine and tomato juice cocktail. Sorry, did that make you feel worse? How about this less revolting but equally bizarre remedy from ancient Ireland: hangover sufferers should be buried neck-deep in damp river sand!

Or you could make the famous ‘Prairie Oyster’: carefully crack an egg into a glass without breaking the yolk. Add a dash of Worcestershire sauce and swallow whole. Oh dear, that’s

making me think of the sheep’s eyes again.

More sensible, but less dramatic, is to take the recommended dose of Paracetamol with lots of water. Then drink some more water and take an antacid to settle your stomach. If possible, go back to bed. When you’re ready to eat, have a banana to replace minerals lost due to alcohol, or have a good fry-up if you prefer.

Other recommended mineral-rich foods are pickles or canned fish … but it’s understandable if you don’t want to try these. Get outside for some fresh air too.

Of course, the only way to avoid a hangover is not to drink alcohol, but hey – it’s Christmas. So drink in moderation, don’t mix your tipples, and alternate with soft drinks. That way you’ll enjoy a hangover-free party season! Suki North

RELAX AND UNWIND Aching Muscles, Stress or Tension?

Gozone Care is planning to open a small new and used

Mobility Aids Shop in Billingshurst If you would like to find out more or have mobility aids you want to sell please contact us on 01403 783582

Wishing all our customers a Very Happy Christmas

Foot Massage Indian Head Massage Back Massage Quiet Clinic in Horsham Qualified and Insured Professional

PRH Therapy Peter Hudson MGHT MCMA Associate Tel: 07775 517 640 Email: prhtherapy@btinternet.com

International Skin Care & Waxing Specialist 90 High Street, Billingshurst

Tel: 0798 679 8797 www.azrahall.com 15 years experience

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Health and wellbeing

Save your Skin!

Protect yourself this winter – Village Tweet tells you how

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uring the winter your skin takes a double battering: from the cold weather outside and dry, centrally-heated air indoors. Add tiredness from late nights partying plus alcoholdehydration and your skin can react dramatically. Problems include dullness, dry, flaky skin, irritation and redness. Follow these simple steps to keep your skin healthy and beautiful throughout the winter months.

Choose a gentle cleansing routine. Use a light cleansing lotion and, if you use a toner, ensure it is alcohol-free. Alcohol in skincare products contributes to dryness and increases sensitivity.

Don’t use a scrub or peel too often either – once a week should be enough.

Apply a heavier, oil-based moisturiser rather than a water-based one. Water-based

moisturisers cool and dry your skin too much and can even freeze when venturing into cold temperatures and wind. A good moisturiser helps protect your skin from the elements.

If you suffer from very tight dry skin, increase the humidity indoors. A humidifier or lots of houseplants helps bring the humidity to a comfortable level.

Don’t forget to pay special attention to your lips to avoid chapping. Keep a protective lip balm with you at all times and apply regularly.

Hands also need looking after as they’re exposed most of the time. Choose a rich hand cream, use it liberally and protect your hands with gloves when venturing outside.

Take care of your skin this winter and greet the New Year with a healthy glow. Suki North

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01403 780945 www.nikkidurrant.co.uk

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Turn On Your Hearing for Christmas!

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hristmas parties. Going out with friends.

Cheesy Christmas songs. Having the family over. Christmas TV … All great if your hearing is up to scratch … but what if it’s not?

Don’t let your hearing spoil your Christmas.

Come see us at South East Hearing Care Centres and let us turn on your hearing!

We are a group of independent hearing centres located across Kent and Sussex and have recently moved in to Horsham. As with all our centres, we are dedicated to keeping up-to-date with the latest technology for testing your hearing, allowing us to tailor a solution to your particular needs. As you may have read in last month’s Village Tweet, hearing aids can now be completely invisible so don’t let preconceptions stand in the way of you enjoying the festive period.

This might sound familiar: “There’s nothing wrong with my hearing, it’s just my family mumble when they talk to me!” Resident Audiologist Rob Davies asks, “Have your family always mumbled? No? Perhaps your hearing is struggling to process the sounds. A quick hearing check can determine this.

“Another common area of difficulty is hearing when there is background noise. For most of us with average normal hearing we can filter out these annoying distractions. However, with a hearing loss the masking effect of background noise prevents clear processing. A correctly fitted hearing system can digitally extract the speech from the noise, enabling us to hear clearly.”

And here’s some good news.

If you visit us before Thursday 15th December we can guarantee that if you do need a hearing aid, you will receive it in time for Christmas. So what are you waiting for! Book an appointment now and have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

For more information, or to book an appointment, call 01403 218863, email admin@hearingcarecentres.co.uk or visit our website www.turnonyourhearing.co.uk

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Health and wellbeing

Duvet Day Village Tweet heads for the bedroom

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reate a cosy, inviting sanctuary of warmth in your bedroom with a luxurious new duvet. Nestling into the perfect duvet is a great way to spend the cold, dark winter nights.

When choosing a new duvet think about your sleeping habits. Do you get too hot or cold during the night? Would you prefer a heavy quilt or a lightweight one? Would a natural or synthetic filling appeal more? If you have allergies take these into consideration too.

Invest in the best quality duvet you can afford and it will last for many years.

A duvet’s ‘tog rating’ indicates how warm or cool it will keep you. A tog is a unit of heat; the higher the tog number, the warmer the duvet. So a 13.5 tog is ideal for people who feel the cold.

The tog number has no bearing on how heavy or thick the duvet is though, that depends on what the duvet is filled with.

Natural fillings have better insulating properties than the cheap synthetic variety. They usually feel lighter and appear thinner than synthetic duvets of the same tog. The most familiar of these natural fillings is combined feather and down. You can also get down-only filled duvets.

Pure goose down is the best quality natural filling. It’s more ‘fluffy’ than duck down, giving a soft and incredibly lightweight duvet. When down is mixed with feathers the duvet becomes more affordable and a bit heavier. This is ideal if you like a more weighty cover. Look for a high percentage of down in relation to feather.

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the softness of the quilt.

Synthetic-filled duvets are more practical and generally cheaper than natural fillings but a good one can be just as soft and warm. You can wash them yourself whereas a natural filling requires specialist cleaning. They are also hypoallergenic. Polyester microfibre is the best option as it mimics the feel of natural fillings.

Relatively new to the market are sumptuous silk-filled duvets. These are much flatter than other duvets yet afford the same warmth. They are exceptionally light and very soft. The best silk duvets are made from long strands of mulberry silk. As silk is naturally hypoallergenic and repels dust mites these quilts are perfect for those with allergies, including skin conditions.

Silk is a breathable material so helps regulate your body temperature, reducing the effects of night sweats. At the moment, there is no official standard for a tog rating on silk-filled duvets, so different companies may have different measurements. Many suppliers give the number of grams of silk per square metre; the higher this number, the warmer the quilt.

A good night’s sleep is tremendously important for health and wellbeing, so treat yourself this winter and snuggle into a soft, welcoming duvet to keep the cold at bay.

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Under a Central Government initiative a much higher speed service is being rolled out, by BT, across the country this year. The nearest this new service is getting to Billingshurst is Haslemere and East Grinstead! The Horsham exchange is not on the current list!

West Sussex County Council are liaising with BT regarding the installation of this higher speed service in West Sussex and we would ask you to write to them expressing your disappointment that our local exchange is not included and that WSCC should make a greater effort to get BT to extend this service to our area.

We made similar approaches to BT this a few years ago to get the local exchange upgraded to Broadband and this was successful then so there is no reason for us not to repeat this exercise

again. It is all too easy for BT and WSCC to ignore the more rural communities and we should make every effort not to let this happen and leave us, as a Business Community, with a lesser service than we both deserve and need!

So please write to WSCC and insist that the local exchange is upgraded as part of the national roll out of the higher speed broadband service.

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e all love a good party but how many of us feel confident about organising one?

The art to throwing a successful party can be easily learned by following the ‘When, What, Who, Where and How’ guide to successful party planning.

When The first step is to set a date for your Christmas party. The weeks leading up to Christmas are busy and some guests may not be able to attend then, so why not hold it between Christmas and New Year?

There is often a lull during this period and a party to liven things up could be a welcome diversion.

What What kind of party is it going to be? Themed parties are great when planning decorations, food and entertainment. Fancy dress offers some the chance to let their hair down but others may feel uncomfortable dressing up. Think about your guests and choose the theme accordingly: would a full-on Pirates of the Caribbean theme work or would you be better choosing a more subtle ‘Black and White Night’ theme, where the more extrovert might turn up in Newcastle United kit or penguin outfit while the more reserved could stick to a dinner suit!

Who Getting the right mix of personalities can make the night, while getting it wrong can break it.

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strangers to the rest of the group. Include a couple of extroverts in the mix to help get things moving, but too many extroverts can spoil it for quieter souls and you might even end up with a battle of the egos on your hands!

Where A party at home might seem like the obvious place, but many a cream-coloured carpet has been ruined by red wine, so be warned! If your party is likely to be lively or the numbers high, consider hiring a room or hall. It might involve a bit more work but it could save you a cleaning bill afterwards, and it does offer more flexibility and space for games or dancing.

How Keep the food simple and consider asking your guests to contribute (a chance to get rid of Christmas leftovers!). Games add variety and give guests the chance to mingle. Start with a simple mixer game and follow this immediately with another. Alternate a lively game with a quieter one, a long one with a short one and imagine your guests playing them. If you struggle to see a guest playing one type of game, be sure to include something they would enjoy.

The most important thing to remember is that you are organising an event for people, so keep your friends at the forefront of your mind, not the event itself.

Have fun! Debbie Singh-Bhatti

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Fijit: Likely to enthral parents and children equally. They are 30cm high, soft-skinned robots who respond to some basic human commands. They laugh when you tickle them and even tell jokes. They even interact with an iPhone app. The Furby for the smartphone generation. (Age 6+. Various available, illustrated is Willa, £46.99 on Amazon) Nerf Vortrex Nitron: I had a no-guns policy when I first had children. Unfortunately no-one told my eightyear-old this and this particular delight, with its high-tech scope and removable ammo clip is first, second and third on his Christmas wish list. Where did I go wrong? (Age 8+. £32.99 on Amazon)

Talking Moshi Monster: Really quite disturbing little toy, linked to the children’s online gaming phenomenon. For some reason (probably because they are mildly disturbing) they are irresistible to anyone under ten. (Age 4+.

Various available, illustrated is Diavio Plush, £13.30 on Amazon) Lego: You cannot go wrong with Lego, for either sex. Check out the new Ninjago Fire Temple, with its impressive dragon. It’s one of those toys that everyone will want to fiddle with. (Age 4+.

Numerous sets available, e.g. Set 6177 Basic Bricks Deluxe £20.99 on Amazon) iBall3 interactive memory game: One for the whole family. It’s an interactive memory game consisting of a sequence of coloured lights.

This really is more fun than it sounds on paper. If you can unlock the unique ID code you can even upload your score to a worldwide database. (Age 6+. £16.99 on Amazon) Lego has timeless appeal and encourages imagination.

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he annual Christmas knees-up is a social occasion that gives employers the opportunity to reward staff for their hard work during the year, but it is still a business event and has an unwritten code of conduct.

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First of all, do attend – if only for half an hour.

It’s disrespectful and shows indifference if you do not, and could hurt your reputation. Be on time and don’t forget to thank the person responsible for the planning of the party.

The office party is an opportunity to improve relationships with co-workers and management, so create a good impression by showing respect and courtesy to everyone (remember you are being constantly observed). Be friendly and remember that the party isn’t the place to persuade your boss to promote you, or provide you with that new type of chair that’s good for your back!

Dress to impress, but don’t overdo it! Check if the dress code is formal or casual, and resist the urge to wear anything too revealing or too flashy. Though the party’s a chance to wear what you like, be aware of the impression you are putting across. Keep your reputation for good taste intact.

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politics. Don’t spend all night talking about work or yourself, and avoid bragging, correcting, whining and complaining, or you’re sure to earn the title of office bore. Don’t monopolize conversations, don’t even think about gossiping about others, and be careful what jokes you tell.

Don’t be the one that lurks by the food table and always has a sausage roll and vol-au-vent in each hand. It means you’re not mingling, are quite possibly eating everyone else’s share, and are likely to have crumbs down your chin when you do eventually branch out. And whatever you do, never double-dip your food!

Don’t drink too much. Dancing on the table with a lampshade on your head while doing a (poor) impression of Christina Aguilera, is not likely to impress the boss, nor will telling him exactly what you think of him and confessing to making overseas calls when he’s out. Similarly, it might seem like the perfect opportunity to chat up that colleague you’ve fancied for months, but if you get too drunk beforehand, you’re likely to say something that will have you hiding behind your computer screen for months!

So, have a good time but don’t overdo things; enjoy being with your colleagues but never forget they are your colleagues; relax without ruining your reputation and you’ll have a great night. Cheers!

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f you and your family or friends were looking for a different day out you could be pleasantly surprised by how much there is to be enjoyed in Petworth.

Spriggs Florist invites you to come and view our newly opened second shop found in New Street, just around the corner from our original building on Golden Square. The new shop stocks beautiful door garlands, swags and table arrangements, all made in-house by our talented staff. Also available is a wide selection of ceramics and glass vases sourced from around Europe and even further afield. Our first shop now has a new addition, the orchid room.

Located in the paneled rear showroom, this is a showcase for many varieties of orchids, from the easy to care for Phalaenopsis to the more dramatic Cymbidiums and scented Miltona and Oncidium plants.

We are holding morning workshops in our studio on the 5th & 7th December where you can make a door garland and arrangement for the festive table. An evening workshop will be held on Thursday 15th December. Not only do you get to make your own door garland but you

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Call us on (01798) 343372 for more information.

If all this shopping or making has given you an appetite, Petworth has a wide range of restaurants and public houses to choose from.

There are four ladies’ boutiques and a lingerie shop, a bookshop, gentleman’s outfitters, vintner, large hardware shop and furniture and furnishings for both the home and garden. The newly opened Hungry Guest food shop is a foodie’s mecca. We also have a range of world-renowned antique shops, galleries and art shops.

There are plenty of parking spaces in Petworth with some parts still free of charge, although a day’s parking is only £1.

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Trees make great gifts for people of all ages, and if planted at around this time of year, should establish very well. Traditionally the best planting time for trees and shrubs is November to March, as this is when the plants are dormant and won’t ‘notice’ that they have been moved (shhhhh!).

Planting a tree is a momentous occasion, and it will hopefully bring years of pleasure to you, your family and your neighbours – as long as you plant the right type that is. Choosing the right variety is extremely important, so see below for my favourites, which should do well in most garden situations: Malus ‘Royalty’ – deep burgundy leaves, pink spring blossom and red fruits.

Pyrus salicifolia ‘Pendula’ – ornamental silvery leaved weeping ornamental pear.

Amelanchier arborea ‘Robin Hill’ – white blossom, fruits, great autumn colour.

Malus trilobata – oak like leaves, stunning red in autumn.

Betula utilis ‘Jacquemontii’ – a designer favourite, but short lived (50-60 years) Tree huggers (as they used to be referred to) are thankfully no longer mocked, and the recent eco-movement has educated us to the benefits of planting trees, both for their environmental benefits and also their aesthetic appeal.

Research shows that the presence of established

trees can actually increase the value of the roads we live on, as well as making us feel generally healthier.

Plant for Success Plant only if the ground is not frozen or waterlogged.

Soak the roots in water for 30 minutes while you dig a large square hole twice the width of the pot: no cheating here, as you’ll get caught out in years to come.

Fork over the bottom of the planting hole and lower the tree to the bottom. Backfill, adding some bone meal and well rotted compost. Ensure the tree is planted no deeper than it was in its pot, and firm it down. Water, and attach to a wooden stake with a plastic tree tie. Easy!

So go on, give someone a tree this Christmas, and you never know, it could be a present which lasts for generations.

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or children, Christmas is that mystical time of year when Santa miraculously squeezes himself down the chimney and presents they’ve dreamed of magically appear at the bottom of beds. For adults, the magic of Christmas may turn to misery and the dreams to nightmares as the wonder of receiving gifts turns into worry about how to pay for them.

Now, perhaps more than ever before, the question of how to pay for Christmas is on everyone’s mind. The answer to that question is simple – set a budget. Take an honest look at your finances and decide how much you can afford to spend on everything relating to Christmas: food, drink, decorations, cards/wrapping paper, clothing, entertainment and gifts.

Next, allocate a portion of your budget to the different headings on the list. This will vary according to the individual. For example, a family with several young children may allocate the majority of their money to gifts, while a single person might choose to spend most of their cash on entertainment or drink.

The next step is to make a shopping list. Take time to plan your menu or to calculate what you and your guests are likely to drink and then note down the items you need to buy. Make a list in the cold light of day – and stick to it! This eliminates impulse buys that could result in you

carting home a load of items you really don’t need.

Prepare early if you want to get the most out of your money. That way you can take advantage of special offers and other savings that often disappear as the day approaches. You also give yourself chance to shop around for the best prices and deals. Don’t ignore local car boot sales or school fairs where you could find real bargains in unwanted gifts from last year – often still as new in original packaging.

Homemade gifts are often the most treasured. Use a bit of creativity: expensive high street gifts can often be copied for a fraction of the price.

Homemade jams and preserves, fleece blankets, car care kits and family photo calendars have all graced our Christmas in recent years. You could also make ‘vouchers’ that can be exchanged for gifts of time or days out.

Finally, why not hold a family gift exchange?

As our extended family grew, we introduced the “Secret Cousin� tradition, where each child bought in secret for just one cousin at a previously agreed price. Unveiling the secret cousins has become a highlight of our Christmas. Sometimes the best traditions are born out of necessity. Why not create your own. Debbie Singh-Bhatti

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SOLUTION TO VILLAGE TWEET QUICK CROSSWORD (Page 25) Across: 1, DAUB. 3, SKETCH. 9, AFFIXED. 10, PATIO. 11, RADIOTHERAPY. 14, BUN. 16, TONIC 17, TAT. 18, IMPONDERABLE. 21, AORTA. 22, ICEBERG. 23, CHEWED. 24, MYTH. Down: 1, DIATRIBE. 2, UNFED. 4, KID. 5, TAPERECORDER. 6, HOTSPOT. 7, DROP. 8, EXTORTIONATE. 12, HONED. 13, STRENGTH. 15, NUMERIC. 19, BEEFY. 20, CALM. 22, ICE.

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Equine

Winter Tips from Baileys Manageable Meals less mix or cubes than it says on the bag as, this Keeping meal sizes manageable for horses way, you can be sure your horse isn’t missing whose calorie requirements are high, can be out, even though you are controlling calorie difficult in winter, especially if you’re limited in the intake. number of times you can feed your horse per Winter Stresses day. To avoid piling too much into your horse’s If your horse finds winter a bit stressful, with less bucket, stick to energy and nutrient dense feeds, time in the field and fewer chances to ride during like Baileys Top Line shorter daylight hours, Conditioning Mix or it’s worth considering Cubes, which deliver how a few tweaks to more per scoop. his diet could help him Vegetable oil and through. The daily high oil supplements, addition of a prebiotic, like Baileys Outshine, like Baileys Digest are particularly useful Plus, will support gut for supplying extra health by encouraging calories in a small the good bacteria to volume, while extras, flourish at the like alfalfa and expense of sugarbeet, can be fed pathogenic species. in a separate bucket Maintaining gut as a forage alternative efficiency in this way so each hard feed should mean your meal does not get too horse is able to get rug r big. As a guide, do not the most from every Guy keeps warm in his winte exceed 3½ to 4lb (1 - 2 mouthful as well as Stubbs scoops) of mix or cubes for a horse and 3 avoid any imbalances or upsets which could lead to 3½ lb (1 - 1½ Stubbs scoops) for a pony. to crabby behaviour.

Feed for Needs Choosing non-heating feeds and those Feeds designed to support different workloads containing slow release energy sources, like fibre don’t just contain different levels of and oil, can also help by meeting your horse’s energy/calories (Digestible Energy (DE) measure requirements and maintaining condition without in Mega Joules per Kilogramme (MJ/kg)), they exacerbating an excitable temperament. Baileys also provide different levels of other essential All-Round Endurance Mix is high fibre (12%) and nutrients, like protein, vitamins and minerals. high oil (10%) and formulated to meet the The higher the horse’s workload, the higher his demands of horses working to the highest level. requirement for these nutrients so a feed It also has one of the lowest starch contents of formulated for light work will not provide sufficient any performance feed, which means you can for a horse in moderate to hard work. provide what your horse needs without the risk of If you prefer to feed a lower energy feed, to it going to his head. keep your horse’s waistline in check or to avoid For advice on feeding your horse this winter, ‘fizzing’ him up, he could miss out on essential contact Baileys Horse Feeds on (01371) 850247 nutrients when working harder. Topping up his or visit www.baileyshorsefeeds.co.uk. diet with a balancer, like Baileys Lo-Cal, will give Kindly mention you saw the article quality protein, for muscle tone, plus a broad in Village Tweet. spectrum of Feed Digestible Energy Workload Typical Activities vitamins and Low Energy 8-10 MJ/kg Rest/Light Quiet hacking, light schooling 1-3 minerals, times per week without supplying Medium 10-12 MJ/kg Moderate Daily hacking 1-2 hours, additional Energy schooling 30-60 mins, riding club calories. Adding competitions, show-jumping Lo-Cal is also a Hard Hard schooling/training, endurance, good idea if you High Energy 12+ MJ/kg eventing, racing choose to feed

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Celebrating two years of world class Jazz in Loxwood

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ulie Stardust and Simon Bates are presenting an evening of fun and frolics to celebrate Christmas and two successful years of the Loxwood Jazz and Blues Club!

The Christmas Party will be on Tuesday 6th December 2011 – make a note in your diary!

The monthly jazz nights have been regularly selling out thanks to the phenomenally talented musicians that top professional saxophonist Simon Bates brings down from London.

The Club showcases the world’s top musicians of the same stature as Simon Bates, who has appeared live with many household names, is regularly on the TV and whose playing features on countless adverts, film scores, theme tunes and pop recordings.

Julie Stardust (pictured) will be performing a wide range of songs so expect some old

favourites, Christmas songs and more! And there may be other special guests to join the Simon Bates Quartet. Backing Julie and Simon will be Gareth Williams on piano, drummer Mike ‘Ozzie’ Osborne and Jools Holland’s bass player, Dave Swift.

The Loxwood Jazz & Blues Club runs at the village hall every 3rd Tuesday of the month.

With candlelit tables and a licensed bar, it has a very intimate atmosphere with international standard jazz and blues. All profits go towards the renovation of Loxwood’s wonderful old village hall. Tickets are priced at the amazing price of £10 each and available from Loxwood Village Stores or Anita Bates on (01403) 752954.

More information on Simon Bates can be found at www.simonbates.co.uk .

Jean Spira, Chairman, North Hall Loxwood Community Fundraising Committee (01403) 752534

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Faces of Billingshurst – Katja Scurr

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few weeks ago I received an email from a lady called Katja Scurr who runs Katinka Designs. Katja specialises in making hand-crafted items from her home such as bags, bunting, hats, headbands, key rings and cushions to name but a few of her products. All items are made from vintage, new and recycled materials. Katja doesn’t use manmade materials but prefers high quality cotton or linen fabrics.

Katja has been interested in crafting ever since she was a small girl and is self-taught. Her mother and aunts would knit, crochet and make their own clothes. She learnt to make and update her own clothes. Two years ago she bought a new sewing machine and started to

Katinka Designs Lovingly handmade homefurnishings. Hand embroidered for a personal touch. Crochet Flower Hair Accessories and Brooches and Keyrings will make fabulous stocking fillers.

Search ‘Katinka Designs’ on Facebook for more photos Katja Scurr (01403) 786 844 kat@tonupstudio.de

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make gifts for her family. She then decided to make a few bags and sell them at a school fair.

Spurred on by the success of the school fair she decided to make a wider range of products to sell at craft fairs and directly to the public. Business is going from strength to strength.

Christmas is approaching and if you would like Katja to make something special for you I suggest you get in touch with her sooner rather than later. She can be contacted at kat@tonupstudio.de or find Katinka Designs on Facebook.

If you or someone you know wants to take part in this series please go to my website for details: www.facesofbillingshurst.com Rob Warde

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The Magic of Christmas comes early to Wisborough Green

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he Parish Church of St Peter ad Vincula in Wisborough Green opens its doors for a first Advent Christmas Tree Festival from 3rd-11th December 2011 – raising much needed funds for Chestnut Tree House and St Peter ad Vincula. Chestnut Tree House is the only children’s hospice in Sussex caring for children with life limiting and life threatening illnesses and relies solely on donations. Admission to the festival is free, but donations will be gratefully received.

The week of festivities will commence with a grand ‘Switch-On’ at 10.30am on Saturday 3rd December. As well as viewing the stunning spectacle of a host of Christmas trees, generously sponsored by local people and businesses, and beautifully decorated by community groups using the theme of Advent and Christmas carols, visitors can enjoy an

exciting programme of music, poetry and concerts performed by local artists. There’s something for everyone – even a children’s treasure trail!

The Revd Peter Dixon, Vicar of St Peter ad Vincula, said “This is one of a number of wonderful initiatives the church has planned to engage the community of Wisborough Green – each day the doors of the church will be open from 10am to 7pm so, come along and discover something of the true meaning of Advent and Christmas through carols, both familiar and perhaps less familiar, while enjoying the beautiful displays in our stunning, ancient church.”

The festival will culminate in an Advent Christmas Carols of Praise Service on Sunday 11th December at 6pm. All welcome!

For further details please telephone Graham Parr on (01403) 700793 or email graham.d.parr@hotmail.co.uk or the Revd Peter Dixon on (01403) 700339 or email: peter_dixon@btinternet.com

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North Hall Birthday Celebrations 16th June 2012

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orth Hall will be 75 years old in May 2012.

To mark this occasion Loxwood will be holding a Village Show which will be based on a fair held 75 years ago to mark the opening of North Hall. As this is a celebration, this will be the main village event of the year.

The main focus will be based on a traditional theme to encompass all village residents and their families and friends. We will be holding traditional sideshows such as, Crockery Smash, Splat the Rat, Hook a Duck, Beer Slide, Coconut Shy, Children’s Roundabout and many more.

In the arena there will be events for old and young to take part in, including children’s fun races, Target Golf and many other attractions.

Traditional stalls have not been forgotten – we will have old favourites like the cake stall, tombola, plant stall, books, cards, jams, face painting and children’s tattoos.

Inside the hall there will be various competitions for all ages. For dog lovers there will be a dedicated ring, where your dog can enter many fun classes.

Refreshments of tea, coffee and cake will be on sale inside the hall, while outside there will be a barbeque and licensed bar.

Put this date in your diary for what will be a FANTASTIC day to mark the birthday celebrations.

The profits from the day will be pooled into one fund where village organisations can apply for a share. Details on how to apply will be announced nearer the time.

If you would like to get involved either in person or by sponsorship or donation please contact Peter Winney on (01403) 752377 or peterwinney@btinternet.com .

Thanks in advance for any help you can give. Graham Moore

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The Billingshurst Community Partnership

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he Billingshurst Community Partnership, founded in 2002, comprises a group of volunteers who are dedicated to delivering projects enhancing the well-being of Billingshurst and its surroundings. The members are individuals and representatives of local organisations.

Its current initiatives and projects are: the care of the young, elderly and those who are disadvantaged by the provision of a youth club and for the older generation a luncheon club. it has completed projects on the restoration of woodland and the provision of a fishing lake and has supported an Early Years program providing employment and childcare opportunities through the provision of a family and children’s centre.

Since its formation the Partnership has raised over £500,000 and its work has been recognised by various awards, for example from the Preservation of Rural England for its work on the Woodland project, the Duke of Richmond’s and The Prince’s Trust Awards for Services to Young People.

It is working to improve the local economy by defining the needs of the community and developing a plan to achieve this via a research project. It encourages the Arts in all its forms by bringing both visual and contemporary performing arts to the community.

Queens Award for Voluntary Service On 2nd June The Billingshurst Community Partnership announced that they have been awarded The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award that can be given to a community group and is equivalent to the MBE, recognising the outstanding contribution that volunteers make to their local communities.

As reported in July’s Village Tweet, the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service is an annual award made to recognise and reward excellence in voluntary activities carried out by groups in the community. It is given for outstanding achievement by groups of volunteers who regularly devote their time to helping others in the community, improving the quality of life and opportunity for others and providing an outstanding service.

The Lord Lieutenant of the county or her deputy, as the Queen’s representative, presented the Partnership with a certificate, signed by the Queen, and a commemorative crystal at a local ceremony.

Patrick Perks, (01403) 785 393 or e-mail Osprey@btinternet.com

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Book reviews

A Good Read December’s selection from book reviewer Kath Bennett Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy – John Le Carre This is one of those books that everyone thinks they know – a classic spy thriller and the first in Le Carre’s ‘Karla’ trilogy.

In fact, given that it has been adapted for television – the seminal 1979 series starred the late Sir Alec Guinness as George Smiley – and more recently turned into an eagerly awaited movie, in which Gary Oldman puts on the famous glasses and steps into the role, some would argue that watching is enough, so why bother reading?

The answer is that no adaptation, however good, could hope to truly replicate the intricate plots and subplots of the novel itself. Not for nothing is Le Carre recognised as the master of espionage writing, managing the different story strands and using his own inside knowledge to immerse the reader in the world of Cold War intelligence – even down to the famous use of ‘Tradecraft’ jargon.

The initial premise may seem straightforward.

Following a disastrous operation in Czechoslovakia, resulting in the shooting of a key agent, Smiley is brought back from his enforced retirement to investigate the possibility that there may be a Soviet mole amongst the highest ranks of MI6. Smiley and his trusted associate Peter Guillam, must proceed without alerting the leaders of ‘The Circus’, unpicking the knot to discover the truth, and ‘spying on the spies’.

A truly great spy thriller which perfectly captures the fear and tension of the Cold War era – guaranteed to keep you turning the pages until the very end.

Zog – Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler Zog is a keen and eager dragon. All he wants as he studies at Madame Dragon’s school is to be the best and finally win a gold star. Things don’t always work out, though, and Zog is a little on the accident prone side – singeing his wing as he practises breathing fire, for example. Luckily, a helpful little girl always seems to be on hand to help to heal his wounds, and when she turns out to be a princess, the gold star is within his grasp!

This is yet another charming, funny and well written tale from Julia Donaldson. The rhyming is as good as ever, and the down to earth details – who knew dragons went through Years One, Two, Three, Four and Five? – keep young readers enthralled (although the literacy hour may seem a little tame now they know that Year One at Dragon School features flying lessons!)

Scheffler’s illustrations complement the story perfectly, and there is the added fun of trying to spot the hidden Gruffalo.

It has been said before, but Donaldson and Scheffler really do seem to have the knack of producing instant classics, and Zog does not disappoint. Long may they continue!

Kath Bennett

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Winter 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.

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ow comes the winter.

Ah, but we are told that we have global warming, so perhaps it may not be so bad.

Some of us who have seen a few more winters than others may recall that Christmas in 1962/’63 when we experienced something that we will never forget …

My wife and I were newly-weds and were looking forward to the chance of having all the family over for Boxing Day as our first family get together.

That night it snowed … how it snowed. By dawn a good eight inches covered the Petworth Road and with no modern grit lorries and little traffic it was a complete blockade.

A twenty-pound turkey lurked in the Rayburn and the larder was filled with enough food to feed the village. Then it was just the two of us. Thank goodness the frosts followed to keep the food fresh – no fridge then – but we still ran out of ideas for turkey recipes.

From that night to early March we had the most severe weather, so they say, since the winter of 1948 – a winter that I remember was filled with playing on long ice slides down our road and collecting coal from the local shunting yard on the seat of my soap-box cart. One boy guarding each slide’s start line to inspect boots and shoes for Blakeys, banned as they tore the slides surface up.

Farming that winter of 1962/’63 was a nightmare.

Keeping the stock watered was one long round of pipe thawing and ice breaking. The animals seemed quite content snuggled together in the sheds, up to their hocks in straw and having their food delivered twice daily by snowmen.

The wild animals, however, really suffered. In the orchards the snow had drifted over the rabbit fences and they hopped over the wire to find something to fill their empty bellies. They chewed away at the trees trunks,the snow so high that they could get into the crutch of the tree and start on the

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main branches, and the deer gnawed at the branches too in a desperate attempt to find some form of sustenance. In the end we resorted to taking bins of apples out of the store and scattering them over the orchard floor to give the trees some respite and the animals something in their bellies.

All pruning’s were left lying on the ground so that the rabbits could chew the bark off them leaving just white skeletal shapes poking through the ever deepening snow.

How many wild birds perished that year I don’t know, but they must have suffered terribly.

Pruning itself was somewhat difficult. Ladders’ rungs were slippery with ice and fingers and toes soon lost all feeling. So we would have to work in short shifts, lasting as long as we could before diving back to the sheds for a warm-up, only to have to suffer that agony as frozen fingers start to come round from the cold. Chilblains were rife that year.

Getting up in the morning was not a comfortable experience. There was no central heating, we relied on the Rayburn for all our heating and cooking requirements. So when we staggered to the kitchen at 5.30 a.m. for a pre-milking cuppa, we prayed that it had kept going through the night.

Most days it would have, but there was the odd occasion when it would stare back from the open fuel door with black, cold, malevolence.

The same problem would happen each evening when, on coming home, it would need coaxing and cajoling to get up to cooking heat so we could get something warm inside us.

It sounds harsh, but to most farming folk then it was the norm. That was country life. Harsh at times and wonderful at others, and most of us would not change one moment of it, well perhaps just the odd moment.

So, if we do get a flurry of the white stuff this winter, enjoy it. Look at its beauty. Admire the flawless carpet across the meadow. Laugh at the children’s pleasure as they play … and maybe be thankful for Global Warming? John Nash Photo: Grahame Pearson

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efforts to promote some local publicity resulted in no bsolutely Delighted” was the verdict at last fewer than eight new potential members attending the week’s meeting of Cranleigh Camera Club first meeting after the summer break. The club allows following the club’s move to its new venue interested visitors to attend a few meetings free of at the Baptist Church Hall.

A number of factors including increasing costs charge on a trial basis to see whether it is for them caused the club to initially reduce the and so far it looks as though number of weekly sessions several new members will be from 40 to 30 meetings a confirmed and allocated year, which was less than mentors to help them ideal, until finally the club integrate and provide advice decided reluctantly to leave as and when required.

The additional space and the Cranleigh Arts Centre that catering facilities at the new has been its meeting place venue also means that the for about the last ten years.

However, every cloud has re-designed programme will a silver lining and as Club be able to include a greater Chairman Tony Baverstock variety of activities including commented, “This new competitions, workshops, venue is actually better in presentations by both venue many ways. We have more members and guest A talk on using Photoshop at the new space, which will allow speakers and even a couple greater flexibility in our activities, better parking, and of purely social events.

Club Press Officer Brian Simmons says, “We are we have been able to return to our accustomed 40 a really friendly bunch. So, if you are interested in meetings a year. We have also been able to keep photography at any level why not give us a try. Have our subscriptions more or less the same. Where else a look at the club’s website at could you get an interesting and sociable night out www.cranleighcameraclub.co.uk where you will find for less than the price of a cup of coffee?”

There is also good news on the membership front. loads of info along with contact information. Do The club’s recent exhibition at the Arts Centre and its come along. We don’t bite!” Brian Simmons

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“Play it again, lamb!”

Once upon a time on a small farm near Billingshurst …

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ily the sheep lay chewing her cud in the sun.

It felt really nice and warm after the cold night. There had been a frost last night and she’d got a bit cold, even though the other girls were nearby.

She reflected as she chewed about the last year. So many things had happened on the farm.

Just last week, many of the flock had been sent to the market – Sam, Owen, Dynamo and some of the aunties as wells those bullies, Uncle Richard and Uncle Boots. She was glad they’d gone; they had been horrible to Sam when he was little.

She was sad to see her little boy Horns go too, but he had been getting very stroppy lately and she knew he couldn’t stay at the farm like that. Still, she had had a lovely visit with Big Bob and she knew she’d have a lovely new baby next Lily prepares for the St Mary’s spring. Her cousin Sandy had died too – she’d had the misfortune to meet a nasty dog one night.

For now, though, life was good for her and now the weather was getting colder, she was looking forward to Christmas. Why? Because she knew that she’d be going to the Children’s Christmas Service at St Mary’s again this year. And she wouldn’t be going by herself this time. She’d take Hortense, Camille and Damson Plum too.

Just then Hortense came up to her. “Tell us again, Lily,” she said. “Tell us again what will happen when we go.”

Lily munched a bit more before she replied.

She didn’t want Hortense to see how excited she was about going. One had to keep up appearances when one was a bit older after all.

She swallowed her mouthful and began. “Well, first of all we have to look smart. Sally will have to tidy us up. No daggy bits you know. Then Liz from church will bring her horse trailer and we’ll

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be put in that. It is a bit big but I’m sure that we won’t be bumped around too much. When we get to the church and Sally and Liz – and Anne this year too – will take us inside. It will be bright with lights and lots of candles and lots of people too.

We’ll be put in a little corral with lovely straw and a drink too – being sheep in the Nativity Story can be thirsty work. Then the service will begin with singing and Revd Brian will talk.”

Lily chuckled …

“Last year I said ‘Baa’ a couple of times right on cue!

Everyone laughed.

After the service little children came up to pat me. That can be a bit scary because sometimes the kids rattled the corral, but Sally stopped them doing that.

After some more singing, they all went home and so did we – back into the trailer and back home here. It was a great Children’s Nativity Service, 2010 adventure and I’m glad I’ll have company this year. So mind your p’s and q’s, young Hortense, if you want to come with me.” she added sternly.

Hortense had listened intently with big eyes and great attention. “But weren’t you scared, Lily?” she exclaimed. “You know, with all those strange people?”

Lily thought for a moment. Of course she’d been scared but she wasn’t going to tell Hortense that. “Well, maybe just a little bit,” she admitted, “because I hadn’t done it before. But Stroppy Moppy, my grandma, had done similar things and I guess it runs in the family.” She was very proud of her grandma Moppy. “Now off you go and play, I’m rather busy here with my cud.”

Lily smiled as Hortense ran off to tell Camille about going to church for the Christmas play. It was rather fun to be senior woman in the smaller flock on the little farm in near Billingshurst.

Yvonne Fleece Photo: Revd Brian Pritchard

Centre

This autumn, we’ve had some really quite remarkable entertainment: Voodoo Rising made a triumphant debut (and raised quite a lot of money for Help For Heroes whilst they were at it!), Stephen Foster; Licence To Offend brought razor-sharp stand-up comedy to Billingshurst (a first, we think) and the Sundial Theatre Company delighted their audience with Inspector Drake and the Black Widow. More to follow in the New Year, including: Returning to Billingshurst, by popular demand‌

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Macmillan films: 2 December 20 January 17 February

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We have excellent facilities for corporate training, meetings and conferences; WSCC, the NHS and many others have found us to be an excellent venue.

Call us for details or go to our website (see below).

Our many sport, educational & social activities include the following: Karate, WeightWatchers, Table Tennis, Badminton, Floristry, Short Mat Bowls, Spanish, Yoga, Rosemary Conley, Zumba Dance, Geology, Ballroom Dancing, Tai Chi, Tae Kwon Do, TAG Youth Club, Rainbow Toddlers, Lacemaking, Psychology, Craft Classes, Sketching, Watercolour Painting, French, Spiritual Healing, Local History, Pilates, Basket-Making, Reiki, Children’s Dance classes, Children’s Musical Theatre, Blood Donor sessions, IT classes for the IT-illiterate and fitness classes for mature folk‌.

Details of all our weekly activities, and our excellent meeting and party facilities, are on our website:

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What’s On near you

What’s On – December and beyond…

Every Mon Fitness for Life. United Reformed Church Hall, High Street, Billingshurst. 9.3010.30am. Info: Sashi (01403) 822504 or 07761 158436 Every Tues Short mat bowls. Billingshurst Community & Conference Centre (formerly Village Hall).

2-4pm. £2.50. Come and try a game. It’s great fun with friendly people in a small club.

Further details Gerry (01403) 265873 or John (01403) 783477 Every 3rd Loxwood Jazz & Blues Club. Village Hall. With candlelit tables and a licensed bar, it Tues has a very intimate atmosphere with international standard jazz and blues. All profits go towards the renovation Loxwood Village Hall. Tickets are priced at the amazing price of £10 each, available from Loxwood Village Stores or Anita Bates on (01403) 752954 Last Thurs Social evening for the villagers of Ifold, Plaistow and Kirdford. Monthly, from 7pm. Meet other local people and enjoy a nice social event. Janice: socialifold@hotmail.co.uk Every Thurs HDC Health Walk. Billingshurst. Meet Library car-park, Billingshurst, 1.5 miles, flat, easy. Free, just turn-up at 11am. Jean (01403) 786201 Every Sat Indoor table top sale and market. Ansell’s Yard, Kirdford Road, Wisborough Green, RH14 0DD. 10am-2pm. No entrance fee. Tables available £8 (must be pre-booked).

Telephone (01403) 700633 or 07798 941940 1 Dec 1 Dec 2 Dec 3 Dec 3-4 Dec

4 Dec 4 Dec 5 Dec 7 & 8 Dec 8 Dec 8 Dec 8 Dec 8 Dec 9 Dec

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HDC Health Walk. Kings Head, Rudgwick to Baynards. 6 miles, some slopes, no dogs.

Free, just turn-up in pub car-park at 10am. Geoff (01403) 258180 or Bill 256248 Young Explorers’ Xmas Play. Loxwood Primary School. 2.30pm. For further information: (01403) 752207 or www.loxwoodschool.com Macmillan Film night. Johnny English reborn. Billingshurst Conference & Community Centre. 7.30pm. Tickets available from Mallards or on the door on the night Table top sale. Barns Green Village Hall. 10-12 noon. Free admission. Refreshments available. We are raising funds for St Nicolas Church, Itchingfield. If you have any items you think we could sell, please let me know before the day. Mags (01403) 790717 Bronze Navigation Award in association with the National Navigation Award Scheme. Learn how to navigate safely around the countryside, develop confidence in map reading and practice planning your own walking routes. Places are limited on this nationally recognised 2-day course. To book call Pied A Terre Adventures on 0845 052 2253 or email myskills@patadventures.com. Visit: www.patadventures.com Tree of Light. K2 Leisure Centre, Crawley. 4pm. Carols, readings and most importantly, an opportunity to pause, reflect and remember the life of someone special to you. Full details call (01293) 447364 or visit www.stch.org.uk/treeoflight Indoor Antiques Market & Collectors Sale. Ansell’s Yard, Kirdford Road, Wisborough Green, RH14 0DD. 10am-3pm. No entrance fee. Tables available: £12 (must be prebooked). Telephone (01403) 700633 or 07798 941940 Macmillan Film night. Johnny English reborn. Pulborough Village Hall. 7.30pm. Tickets available from Four Seasons or on the door on the night Infants Xmas Play. Loxwood Primary School. 2pm (7th) and 7pm (8th). For further information: (01403) 752207 or www.loxwoodschool.com Wisborough Green Farmers’ and Village Market. Village Hall, 9am-12.30pm. Up to 30 stalls selling a variety of locally produced foods and crafts. Contact: Mary Lindfield (01403) 700624 HDC Health Walk. Billingshurst. 4 to 6 miles, some slopes & stiles, no dogs. Free just turn-up at Sports Pavilion car-park at 10am. Sue (01403) 255710 Messy Church! Billingshurst Village Hall. 3.30-5.45pm. Billingshurst churches welcome families to have fun with games, crafts, singing and stories. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sit-down meal, donation. www.messychurch.org.uk Christmas themed evening. Led by re-enactors Tudor Tales. Billingshurst Community & Conference Centre. 7.30pm. See their website www.tudortales.org.uk/ for more information. They will be bringing tasting samples for us to enjoy HDC Health Walk. Barns Green. Meet by the Village Club, 2 miles, mostly flat, can be some muddy patches. Free, just turn-up at 11am. Peter (01403) 741305

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HDC Health Walk. Barns Green. Meet by the Village Club, 4 miles, mostly flat, some stiles, can be some muddy patches. Free, just turn-up at 11am. Peter (01403) 741305 10 Dec Billingshurst Choral Society and Billingshurst Primary School Choir Christmas Concert. St Mary’s Church, Billingshurst. 7.30pm. Includes new carols. The Billingshurst Primary School Choir will be performing Christmas songs and carols. The Audience will be invited to join in with some exciting new arrangements of familiar seasonal hymns. The evening ends with mulled wine and mince pies (donations gratefully received). Admission is by Programme, minimum donation of £6 (children under 16 free). Programmes available from BCS ticket secretary (01403) 741576 or on the door.

There will be a retiring collection for charity 10 Dec Christmas Fayre. Osmund Court, Billingshurst. 2-5pm. Christmas raffle, tea and cakes, Christmas gifts. Free transport for Billingshurst residents. Mrs Soley: (01403) 784751 10 Dec Baby and Children's Market. Billingshurst Community and Conference Centre, 10am to 12 noon. A great opportunity to buy and sell quality secondhand goods at bargain prices for boys and girls aged from birth to six years. Also the chance to buy unique products and services from a select range of new and local businesses. Admission: £1 (Kids free). For more information or to book a stall contact Sue on 07776 488679 13 & 14 Dec Class 3 & 4 Xmas Play. Loxwood Primary School. 2pm (13th) and 7pm (14th). For further information: (01403) 752207 or www.loxwoodschool.com 15 Dec Carol Service. By Loxwood Primary School at St John the Baptist Church, Loxwood.

6.30pm. For further information: (01403) 752207 or www.loxwoodschool.com 15 Dec Community Christmas Concert. Christ’s Hospital Chapel, 7.30pm. Christ’s Hospital Choral Society. Tickets, to include a glass of wine and a mince pie afterwards: £10, £8 concs, child £3 from the Box Office (01403) 247434 or from any member of the Choral Society. Come and sing with us to celebrate the Christmas spirit!

15 Dec Billingshurst Village Market. Library car-park, Billingshurst. 9am-2pm. Info: Anita Burdfield, (01403) 784445, anita@burdfield.co.uk 15 Dec 20 Dec 23 Dec 27 Dec 30 Dec

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Late Night Shopping Evening. Billingshurst A Christmas Magic Lantern Show. Allan and Rene Marriott. St Mary’s Guild. Meetings are held in St Mary’s Room, East Street, Billingshurst at 8pm. Visitors very welcome.

Info: Beryl Peacock (01403) 782835 HDC Health Walk. Barns Green. Meet by the Village Club, 2 miles, mostly flat, can be some muddy patches. Free, just turn-up at 11am. Peter (01403) 741305 HDC Health Walk. Horsham going south through Denne Park almost to Southwater, 5 miles, no dogs. Free, just turn-up at St Mary’s Church, The Causeway, at 10am. Bill (01403) 256248 or Pat 240654 Christmas Family Trail with Pied A Terre Adventures. Join us for this fun and relaxed family outing in the fresh air. Starting at 9.30am and lasting 2-3 hours. It includes mince pies and mulled wine (gingerbread and hot chocolate for children). Adult £10, child £6.

West Sussex South Downs, location TBC. Contact for further information: 0845 052 2253 or email mytime@patadventures.com. Visit www.patadventures.com For 10 weeks, ‘Sussex at War’ WEA Course. Tutor: Jennifer Goldsmith. St. Mary’s Room, East Street, Billingshurst. £79. Details: WEA Secretary Kay Hughes (01403) 784438 Vivace Chorus invites you to ‘Come and Sing’. Normandy Village Hall. 10am4.30pm. Monteverdi Vespers and Bob Chilcott Salisbury Vespers. £20, includes homemade soup and a ploughman’s, music hire and tea/coffee. For more details or to book online visit www.vivacechorus.org or phone Liz: (01428) 727401

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ADVERTISERS INDEX December 2011

A&B Roofing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Alan Wright Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Alec McCabe Guitar Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Angel Eyes Images Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Appaloosa Upholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Ashpark Private Hire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Azra Hall Skincare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Batchelor & Bacon Kitchens, Bathrooms . . . . . . . . . .17 Best Computer Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Billingshurst Community & Conference Centre . . . . . .43 Blooms 2 Florist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 BRH Services Handyman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Care Comfort Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .IBC Catherine’s Pet Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Cathryn Hindle Life Coach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .OBC Cato Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Clayfield Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Clayton-Turner Trees & Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Cleansing Service Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Cousins Conservatories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Danielle Penticost Mobile Hairdressing . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 David Baulch Landscaping, Patios & Fencing . . . . . .25 David Duke Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Dolce Salato Pizzeria and Delicatessen . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Drainline Southern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Emma Dale Dog Behaviourist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Farmhouse B&B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Fidelitas Property Consultants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 GJ Coles Builder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Goring Road Carpet Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Gozone Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Hallam Trim Window Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Hamilton Cole TV & Satellite Equipment . . . . . . . . . . .13 Hydropower Generators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Jon Lane Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Katinka Designs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Kings Arms Pub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Little Cakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Love Your Cat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 LS Tack & Leather Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 M Marshall Decorating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Mac’s Private Hire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Mayfield Nursery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Mobile Field Shelter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Monsoon Indian Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Nikki Durrant Hypnotherapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Pace Fuelcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Paul Beadell Aerial & Satellite Specialist . . . . . . . . . .23 Paul Berry Driving Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 PD Alan Decorating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Pest B Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Pets, Homes & Gardens Pet Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 PRH Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 South East Hearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 South East Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Spriggs Florist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Sumners Ponds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 SureSlim Dieting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Sussex Horse Sitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 TechGeek IT & Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Tip Top Tutors Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Tri-Cars Private Hire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Vertus Building Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Village Nurseries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Wakoos Centre4Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 West Sussex Interiors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Wey & Arun Canal Trust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Wisborough Green Farmers & Village Market . . . . . . .6

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