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

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Contents

elcome to the February issue of Village Tweet. Three pages of events and activities in our What’s On pages to distract from the damp, grey and dreary winter! But, hey, it’s not all grey! February is of course the time of candle-lit dinners, unsigned cards, red roses and, if our cover is to be believed, marshmallows! Yes, it’s Valentine’s Day on the 14th. We have several very varied articles celebrating this month of love, see pages 5, 8, 32, 36, 39. A reminder… if responding to an ad please be sure to mention you saw it in Village Tweet. Thank you. Grahame

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Cover: Don’t forget your loved one on 14th February! Photo: ‘April’ Food & drink Recipe: Eggs Benedict . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 The Kings Head pub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Wisborough Green Farmers & Village Market . . . . .9 Health & wellbeing Billingshurst Leisure Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Davis Foot Care Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Billingshurst Dental Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Katherine Finn, Hyphotherapist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Rebecca Beauty Therapist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Natural Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Holly Stone, Hypnotherapist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Impulse First Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Park & Brown, opticians . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 About the house Fowlers, Estate Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 KJ Lammas Plumbing & Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 C-Soars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 DM Handyman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 1A Acclain Floor Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Apex Aerials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Goring Road Carpets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Hamilton Cole, TV & Satellite Equipment . . . . . . . .21 Best Choice Roofing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Oven Revival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Holly Boilers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Millar Property Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Lee’s Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Pro Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Oven Cleaning Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 PJM, Building & Property Maintenance . . . . . . . . .28 Flow-Serve Plumbing, Drainage, Heating . . . . . . . .29 Miss Mop Domestic Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Shisa Gas & Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 GJ Coles, Builder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 MW Wingate Painting & Decorating . . . . . . . . . . . .30 N Francis Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Re-Nu Kitchens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 AC Decor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Ron Osborne Roofing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Sussex Carpet Brokers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Biji Property Services Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Delta Decor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Oven Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Park House Kitchens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .OBC Motoring and Private Hire Macs Private Hire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Billingshurst Service, Repair & MOT Centre Petworth MOT Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-Team Mechanics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lintott Auto Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sussex Towing Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Little Tweeters! Plaistow Pre-School: Nativity . . . . . . . . . . . Yvonne Fleece: An amorous adventure . . . Billingshurst Primary Schol: Childrens Sale Kids Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Garden Tweet! Garden View: May gardening Valentine Jonathan Carter Tree Surgery . . . . . . . . Sussex & Surrey Tree Services . . . . . . REM Landscapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Village Nurseries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bygone Gardening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clayton Turner Trees & Gardens . . . . .

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Miscellaneous Professional Services & Businesses Flackwoods Solicitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 A/c’s Direct, Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Alex Ainsley, Computer Engineer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 TaxAssist Accountants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Jim Hills Sports Warehouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Sussex Green Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Dandelion Farewells, Funerals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Pest Man . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Features Be my Valentine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Get that job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 The Packed Lunch Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Swimming super sport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Do you need an activity tracker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 St Catherine’s Hospice: Plan for Death . . . . . . . . .16 A Good Read . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Christopher Sullivan Poem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Why we love a Superhero . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Learn a Language! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 SPR Centre: Raw food versus kibble . . . . . . . . . . .34 Community/Out & About/Farming/Smallholding Macmillan: Ifold Golf Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 World Day of Prayer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 St Catherine’s Hospice: Peaks Challenge . . . .12, 13 Community Minibus (Billingshurst) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Reading Friends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Horsham Year of Culture Launch . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Billingshurst Parish Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 25 Wisborough Green Beekeepers Association . . . . . .26 Horsham Museum & Gallery: Painting the District .27 Wey & Arun Canal Trust: Volunteers wanted . . . . .28 Carolyn Gibbs A thank you from Ometepe . . . . . . .37 Ifold Scouts & Guides: New hut roof . . . . . . . . . . . .38 John Nash’s Column: Look after your neighbours .44 Our Community Volunteers: Linda Tullett . . . . . . . .46 Games and quizzes Crossword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 6 Spot the Difference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39, 41 Last But Not Least What’s On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42, 43, 45 Advertisers Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

The area’s longest-established, independent family firm

Many of you will have noticed that the Billingshurst office have recently extended their presence in the High Street. Over the years Fowlers have gone from strength to strength and the chance to enlarge the office at Billingshurst was welcomed by Keith Hutchinson, the Director. Keith commented, “The premises became vacant next door, as the sweet shop decided to cease trading. This was offered to us and was perfect for our growing needs. Over the years we have become increasingly busy, and whilst our current office is perfect for our Lettings and Sales Departments, the ever growing New Homes Department needed its own home”. This year will see Fowlers dealing with many new homes sites in the area, with the start of 2019 being particularly busy with several new developments being launched. With spring hopefully just around the corner, moving may be on your mind. Please feel free to call in to meet the team at Fowlers at any time. They are the area’s longest established independent family firm and their free advice is extensive on all property matters.

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Coffee break / Legal services

Village Tweet Quick Crossword

Solution on page 6

Valentine’s Day / Accountancy

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Be My Valentine The Struggle is real…

don’t have a great track record with Valentine’s Day. The first year with my girlfriend we’d only been dating for two months, so I went low key, with a card and a single long-stemmed red rose. Sadly this remains my sole Valentine’s success story to date. Fast forward to year two and I pushed the boat out by cooking a romantic meal. I’m not bad in the kitchen, so prepared a full three courses. For starters I made a wild mushroom soup. My girlfriend declared it delicious, then collapsed a little way into the main course, having had a massive allergic reaction to one of the species of mushrooms! Being bluelighted to hospital is not the most romantic end to a Valentine date. But Clare is made of strong stuff, and when she recovered, we resumed dating. The following Valentine’s Day I decided I’d surprise her with a weekend trip to London. I booked the full works: meal, show, hotel, and train tickets well in advance, and made sure her diary was clear. On the way to the train station I tripped up a kerb and banged my elbow as I fell. It smarted a bit but wasn’t a big deal. I didn’t make a fuss – I’m a bloke after all. On the train, however, I realised I could no longer bend my arm, which was starting to throb. By the time we arrived in London my fingers had developed a weird purple hue, so our first stop was Accident and Emergency, where I discovered I’d broken my elbow! It took so long to get assessed, X-rayed and patched up that we missed our meal and the show. We did stay in the

hotel, but I don’t remember much as I was high on pain-relief! A lesser woman would have cut her losses at this point, but not Clare. She hung around for Valentine’s Day number three. We’d moved in together and I knew she wanted a kitten. I sourced the cutest little ball of grey fluff with amber eyes. I took Valentine’s Day off work and duly collected the kitten that morning, all bright-eyed and bushy tailed. I took it home anticipating Clare’s delight. But by 3pm the kitten was looking a bit peaky. By 5.30pm Clare walked through the door to find me nursing a very sick scrap of fur, on the phone to the emergency vet. When we arrived at the surgery, she told us gently that he had a sky-high temperature, probably due to a virus, and to expect the worst. We left him being plumbed into a drip, then waited at home fretting until the next morning. As soon as we could we rang the surgery and discovered to our delight that he’d turned a corner made it through the night. Aptly named ‘Valentine’ (or ‘Val’ for short) is now a robust oneyear-old cat with the constitution of an ox, who totally rules our home, so at least that story had a happy ending. This year for Valentine’s Day I’m cutting my losses and going with a card and a box of Maltesers. The question is do I risk popping the engagement ring at the bottom, or is that just asking for trouble? Happy Valentine’s Day. Niles Philips

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Jobs / Computers / Accountancy

Get that Job Avoid common cover letter errors

on’t use the same cover letter for every single job. If you send identical cover letters for every single role, it may save you time, but it won’t get you the job. Generic phrases which offer no specificity about the company, industry, or role you’re applying for indicate lack of interest to most hiring managers. Always refer to the job by its title and description and explain how your skills could benefit the specific role and company, not just the industry as a whole. Never talk about your personal life, or share irrelevant details in a professional document, it definitely won’t improve your employability. Don’t mention the reasons for leaving your current job or give overly detailed justifications for career breaks. Keep to the point and focus on the job you’re applying for. Focus on what the employer wants, not what you want. Avoid detailing your hopes and dreams and don’t explain what you’d get out of

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the job. A cover letter isn’t about being able to fulfil your objectives, it’s about proving to a recruiter than you can fulfil theirs. So, talk about your achievements, skills, and experience only if they relate directly to the role and emphasise what they would get from employing you, not vice versa. If you lack experience in a certain area don’t focus on that; instead focus on your strong points which are a good fit for the job. Desperation is different to enthusiasm! Begging for the job isn’t going to add anything to your selling potential. Keep over-the-top adjectives and hyperbole to a minimum because there’s a fine line between showing a genuine interest and trying too hard. Don’t forget to proof-read and check for grammatical errors. If you don’t feel confident about doing this yourself get someone else to do it; it really matters. Hilary Bennett

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Charity / Religion / Sport

Ifold Golf Club Ladies Section donate to Macmillan! A huge thank you to the Ifold Golf ladies for the excellent sum of £2,068.33 which was raised mainly through match fees, where a proportion was given to Macmillan, along with other fundraising events. A very generous donation – thank you. The ladies in the picture are Clair Milton, captain (on left) and Brenda Holman, committee member and fundraiser (on right). Ray Chick Treasurer receiving the cheque. Rowena Harris

Friday 1st March, 4pm at St Gabriels’s RC Church, East Street, Billingshurst, RH14 9QH An ecumenical, global service – this year prepared by the Women of Slovenia With refreshments afterwards

ALL ARE WELCOME www.wwdp.org.uk World Day of Prayer is an international inter-church organisation which enables us to hear the thoughts of women from all parts of the world. Registered Charity Number: 2333242

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Eggs Benedict

Food and drink Spoil your Valentine with this decadent brunch

â&#x20AC;Świth smoked salmon & chives METHOD

Hollandaise Sauce. Pour the lemon juice and vinegar into a small bowl, add the egg yolks and whisk with a balloon whisk until light and frothy. Place the bowl over a pan of simmering water and continue to whisk until the mixture thickens. Add the butter a small amount at a time, whisking constantly until the sauce is thick. If it looks like it might be splitting, remove from the heat and continue to whisk. Season with salt and pepper then and keep warm. Poached eggs. Bring a large pan of water to the boil and add the vinegar. Lower the heat so that the water simmers very gently. Stir the water a little so you create a gentle whirlpool effect, then slide in the eggs one by one. Cook each for about 4 mins, then remove with a slotted spoon. You will see the eggs begin to rise in the water as they reach completion. Lightly toast and butter the muffins or bagels, then place a couple of slices of the smoked salmon on each half. Top each with an egg, then spoon over your Hollandaise and garnish with chopped chives.

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Preparation time: 15 minutes. Cooking time: 20 minutes. Serves 4

INGREDIENTS

4 eggs 2 tbsp white wine vinegar 2 English muffins or two bagels, halved Butter for spreading 8 slices smoked salmon Chopped chives, to serve For the hollandaise sauce 2 tsp lemon juice 2 tsp white wine vinegar 3 egg yolks 125g unsalted butter, cubed

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The Packed Lunch Problem It’s all in the planning

decided to save money and eat more healthily in 2019 so I knew I would have to start packing my own lunches. It’s taken until now really get on board with this idea. Here are the problems I came up against and how I solved them… Problem: It takes too much time to pack a lunch. It was such a faff… or was it? Solution. I timed how long it took to walk to the deli or drive to the garage to buy a pack of sandwiches, wait in the queue to be served and get back to work. Then I timed how long it took me to prepare a lunch the night before. Turns out making your own lunch is way faster! I was surprised. Problem: I’m hungry again by mid-afternoon. The solution: Pack more food! Duh! I make sure I had a sugar-free protein bar, a banana, or a bag of nuts in reserve in case I had a midafternoon dip. That way I don’t head for the

bakery or start mainlining chocolates from the ever-present boxes around our office. Problem: Formulaic lunches. When I was at primary school my mum packed me a ham sandwich, an apple, some carrot sticks and a Wagon Wheel, pretty much every day. When I started making my own lunches, I used the same formula (minus the Wagon Wheel). Solution: What did I enjoy eating? I like leftover casseroles and risottos, so I made extra. I like open sandwiches, Danish style, on rye bread so I bought the ingredients, and I arranged lunch swaps with a friend, so she caters Thursday and I do Friday. A little creative thinking keeps things interesting and I haven’t missed nipping to the deli. In fact, we walk round the park instead so we’re getting some exercise too. Tracey Anderson

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Swimming, super sport! A great way to keep fit

wimming isn’t a sport, it’s just a way to keep from drowning! So goes the old joke. But swimming is a great way to keep fit, and here’s why… It’s a full body workout. Swimming is a great mixture of cardio and strength. It improves endurance and works out all your muscle groups. It improves mental health. The motion and act of swimming through water is very meditational. The focus it requires reduces stress levels and anxiety. It’s a mood booster. Swimming, like most exercise, produces endorphins encourages the release of serotonin. These chemicals are known to boost your mood. You’re unlikely to injure yourself. Swimming is

non-weight-bearing so the risk of injury is very small. It is sweat-free. If you hate getting sweaty, swimming is perfect. The water constantly cools you down. It’s for everyone. Fat, thin, old, young, disabled or ablebodied. Almost anyone can swim. It has long-term health benefits. Swimming has been found to lower blood pressure, reduce joint pain, improve heart function and lung capacity, and increase bone strength. It’s a great calorie-burner. Swimming burns more calories than running! Take a trip to your local pool today. Tracey Anderson

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Charity / Out and about

St Catherine’s Hospice launches the 5 Peaks Challenge

f you are an adventure lover who enjoys breathtaking landscapes and being part of an inspiring team, then St Catherine’s Hospice 5 Peaks Challenge is for you! The local hospice is delighted to launch their very first UK trek, which will take place in the Lake District this summer. Running from Friday 21st June to Sunday 23rd June, trekkers will tackle five of the Lake District’s most demanding mountain peaks, including the highest – Scafell Pike. The setting for the trek will offer trekkers a unique opportunity to take in the Lake District’s stunning views while challenging themselves to an experience like no other. Intrepid trekkers will spend Saturday completing the challenge. The route begins by heading across the moorland towards the first peak of the day: Allen Crags. After a short pit stop, the next challenge, Great End, beckons. Next it is on to the highlight of the day, the craggy peak of Scafell itself. Finally, the return route will take trekkers over the iconic peaks of Esk Pike and Bowfell before descending back down into the Langdale valley. In the evening, trekkers will celebrate with a meal and certificate presentation. The rest of the time will be an opportunity for preparation and much needed rest and recuperation, as well as a chance to get to know fellow trekkers. Accommodation will be at the Hawkshead YHA, where guests will have the opportunity to stay in a range of exciting accommodation including tipis, camping pods, and cabins.

On the Sunday afternoon, challengers can either head home or take part in an activity, on or close to Lake Windermere – the largest lake in the UK. This unique trip is the perfect chance to tick something off your bucket list and make new friends, while raising money to help local terminally ill people, and their families, when life comes full circle. Your £750 in sponsorship, which includes a non-refundable deposit of £50, will ensure that St Catherine’s is able to reach the two in three people that they are currently unable to support at the end of their life. Throughout this experience, St Catherine's will be with you every step of the way to support you with your fundraising and training, and will host regular events before your trip so you can meet and get to know other trekkers. Michaela Clements, Events Fundraiser at St Catherine’s said, “We’re thrilled to launch our first UK trek. It’s the perfect opportunity for anyone who is looking for a challenge a little closer to home, to join us in a breathtaking region of the UK. We can currently only care for one in three local people, but with your help we can reach everyone who needs us. I can’t wait to create an ultimate trekking team for St Catherine’s!” Ready to take on the challenge? To find out more or to sign up, please contact Michaela Clements on (01293) 583063 or e-mail: events@stch.org.uk. Laura Mitchell, St Catherine’s Hospice Photo (above): Pods an optoin at YHA Hawkshead. Cabins and tipis also available

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Health and wellbeing

Do You Need an Activity Tracker?

ctivity trackers have become very popular in recent years. Fitbits are the device that everyone has heard of but there are many others. If you’re thinking of buying one, ask yourself these questions: Do you exercise regularly? Lots of people buy a Fitbit or its equivalent because they think it will help them to exercise consistently. But these devices are not magic bullets. If you make any and every excuse NOT to exercise then a Fitbit won’t change that, you will simply make excuses to avoid exercise while wearing a gadget! Would you wear it, and use it? For a fitness tracker to give you actionable data you need to wear it almost all of the time, even while asleep. Some people can’t wear watches or jewellery while they are at work, others hate the feeling of anything on their wrist, and others have sensitive skin which is irritated by straps. If you don’t wear it then it can’t do its job, so it’s not worth buying one. Will you use the app? You’ll need to download the app to your phone and use it if you want to make use of the data your activity tracker collects. Interacting with your device and the app is key to success, so if you can’t commit to doing that, don’t buy. Are you a data nerd? Some of us love to monitor our sleep, our heart rates, the number of steps we do each day. We find ourselves endlessly fascinating. The basics of losing weight and becoming healthier are simple, but the specifics for our own body can vary wildly.

If you don’t care about specifics and are happy with just eating a bit less and exercising a bit more, an activity tracker might be a waste of money for you. If you have a medical condition or are in training for an event, or just enjoy looking at data, then having organised and detailed information at your fingertips is a great resource. Would my phone do the job instead? There are hundreds of fitness, pedometer and cycling apps on both Android and iOS. If you’re unsure about whether an activity tracker is the right purchase for you try using one or two of these apps for a month. You might find they give you all the data you need. Also, if you find you can’t be bothered to use the apps, then you are very unlikely to benefit from buying an activity tracker. Are you competitive? Some activity trackers (particularly Fitbits) are social. You can add friends, compare step counts and earn milestone badges. You can also create groups and engage in competitions and challenges. While these are good features, they aren’t for everyone. You might not need such a high-spec activity tracker if you don’t want to engage in the social side of things. Activity trackers are useful devices and many people enjoy them and benefit from using them, but they won’t turn a reluctant exerciser into a highly motivated one, and if you aren’t actually interested in all the data, they might not justify their price tag. Ian Collins

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We plan for birth, why don’t we plan for death? Dr Patricia Brayden, Medical Director at St Catherine’s Hospice explains why your support is so vital to help local terminally ill people in your community

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eath. We know it’s inevitable but it’s the one life event we don’t like to plan for. While we’ll happily make arrangements for other occasions, like births and anniversaries, when it comes to death we assume someone else will sort things. We assume we’ll be cared for when the time comes but sadly, that’s not always the case. Local hospices, like many other healthcare services, are oversubscribed. In fact, today, potentially 118,000 people in the UK with terminal and life-limiting conditions aren’t able to access the expert care they need at the end of their lives. It’s an issue that affects St Catherine’s Hospice too. Currently, we’re only able to help one in three local people who need us. As a doctor caring for people at the end of their life this fact saddens me. To know that people are being left to navigate the frightening and bewildering time of terminal illness and end of life without expert support is upsetting. Nobody should face death or dying alone. We’re born surrounded by love, our deaths should be the same. We’re a local charity and we’re fortunate to be well supported by our community. Last year alone your generosity raised more than £7.5 million for us. This allowed us to care for around 2,000 local people. People like 37-year-old Michelle who was diagnosed with terminal cancer last July. At first Michelle refused any hospice help. Like many others we care for, she thought if she came to St Catherine’s she wouldn’t leave again, so our

community nurses began supporting her and her family at home. In particular Michelle was struggling with pain. She’d cry out in pain all through the night which was distressing for her three children and her mother, who were caring for her. When things became unmanageable for the family Michelle came to stay at St Catherine’s. When she first arrived she couldn’t talk about the fact that she was dying. Whenever anyone mentioned death she’d cover her ears. But with our expert help, that’s funded by your donations, things changed. Michelle began to talk more openly. She arranged her funeral, planned future care for her children and found a way to reconnect and become closer to her family again. In her words, “The hospice honestly saved us. I was in such a bad place and I couldn’t face up to what was happening. With the medical and emotional support from St Catherine’s, I’ve been able to address my illness and think about the future.” For every family like Michelle, there are two other families struggling to face up to and cope with terminal illness alone. That’s simply not good enough. At St Catherine’s we say we’ll be there for everyone when life comes full circle. But we’re not there – yet. It’s something we know has to change. With your support, I know it can.” Please consider giving a donation to help St Catherine’s care for more people in your community when it’s needed most – www.stch.org.uk/donate. Dr Patricia Brayden, St Catherine’s Hospice

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A Good Read February’s selection from book reviewer Willow Coby Shopaholic & Baby – Sophie Kinsella Justified or not, chick lit gets a bad rap, but not everyone enjoys serious tomes, and if you’re looking for something frothy and fun to throw yourself into, then you can’t go to far wrong when it comes to Sophie Kinsella’s Shopaholic series. Shopaholic & Baby is the fifth book in the series, and once again features everyone’s favourite shopaholic, Becky. Previous books have seen Becky try to take control of her spending habits by following the advice she frequently gives out as a journalist writing about managing personal finances: have the time of her life living in New York and shopping on Fifth Avenue; and marry her dream boyfriend Luke, while loving the excuse to spend more money. Now Becky has something else to spend her money on. Her baby. From designer nurseries to the coolest pram, there seems to be no limit to what she can shop for. That list includes a celebrity obstetrician, Venetia Carter. On meeting her Becky is shocked to discover that Venetia used to date Luke in college. Will Venetia want to get back together with him? Is Becky’s dream marriage under threat? Most women will be able to relate to the insecurities Becky encounters in this novel as her pregnancy progresses and her body changes. In Becky, Kinsella has created a character who is caring, charming, but at the

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Year of Culture 2019 Launches!

rowds gathered at the official launch event for Horsham District’s 2019 Year of Culture celebrations in Horsham Park on Saturday 5th January with spectacular entertainments and laser lights. The free-to-attend launch event saw live entertainments throughout the afternoon with the opportunity to meet the Year of Culture team to find out more about just what the Year of Culture will have on offer throughout 2019. The Year of Culture was officially declared open with a countdown by Horsham District Council’s Chairman Cllr Peter Burgess before a unique laser light show projected from Park House over Horsham’s iconic park. The district is now well and truly set for a unique year of widespread cultural celebration which will see our district showcase world class musicians, multimillion selling authors and high profile actors alongside local brewers holding barnstorming music nights, ukulele jams, children’s parades, classical concerts, innovative sculptural installations and much more. There will be a number of major ‘firsts’ for the district as part of the Year of Culture. The first ever large-scale outdoor performance of Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream, which will take place at Knepp Castle, the first ever Horsham Film Festival, the first ever Sussex Comedian of the Year competition and the first ever project to include projections and lights in a variety of town and village locations. Commenting on the launch event Horsham District Council Chairman Cllr Peter Burgess said, “Thanks to the many of you who came along on Saturday to enjoy our launch event and find out more about how they can get involved with the Year of Culture. “The event provided a great flavour of things to come throughout 2019. What I think is particularly inspiring is that the vast range of events and activities on offer are not just for people to go and watch, but people can also

take part in themselves too – for many, they will be trying things out for the first time and finding they may have hidden talents. “It’s also great that lots of the activities are completely free to attend for all to enjoy. “I would encourage as many of you as possible to check out all the activities and events on offer. Enjoy the year!” At the outset, we set out to get as many local people as possible involved to find new talents in their own communities, and to also invite in visitors from far and wide to discover just what we have to offer.This is a chance to really put us on the cultural and heritage map and gain us the recognition we deserve. The key to searching out all the amazing activities is the Horsham District Year of Culture 2019 website: www.hdculture2019.co.uk. You can also follow the Year of Culture on Twitter @HDculture2019, Instagram @HDculture2019 and on Facebook, facebook.com/ HDculture2019, where you can find up-to-the-minute events listings and booking details, regular updates and live commentaries on everything that’s going on and the reactions to it. Don’t forget our hard copy programme which gives an excellent taster of what’s planned. The first programme covers January to June and the second programme will cover July to December. Programmes are available at Horsham Museum and Art Gallery, The Capitol, leisure and sports centres in the district, Steyning Bookshop, all libraries throughout the district and many other outlets, as well as in a downloadable version on the website. Take the chance to get involved, explore the district, share with your friends and discover what a wonderful place the Horsham district is. Heather Pepper, Horsham District Council Left: HDC Chairman Cllr Peter Burgess launches YOC Right: One of many street entertainers at the event

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Christopher Sullivan We as a race, split our existence into named slots of various increasing lengths. At the beginning of every year these military-like divisions gather themselves together in order to hurry our short lives along at a baﬄing speed.

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Why do we Love a Superhero?

he Hancock household is eagerly awaiting the release of Avengers: Endgame in less than two months (current release date 26th April). It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say my entire family are hooked on the whole superhero genre. And we’re not alone. All over the country there are regular debates about whether Superman would beat Thor in a fight, or why Iron Man is two words while Batman is only one. Our kids dress up like them and carry packed lunches in plastic boxes emblazoned with their images. (Actually some adults do this too.) But why? According to recent research from Kyoto University in Japan, our love of superheroes starts before we can talk. In a series of experiments, infants as young as six months were shown short animations in which one figure chased and bumped into a second. Meanwhile, a third figure watched from afar. In version A, the third figure steps in and prevents the collision, while in version B it runs away without intervening. After watching the clips, the infants were presented with replicas of both the intervening and the non-intervening third figures. They consistently preferred the one who saved the day. These results suggest that babies are capable of understanding and recognising heroism. Further experiments showed that extremely young babies couldn’t tell the difference between

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Bird Nesting Season Did you know that wild birds are protected by law? This is particularly important during the bird nesting season which typically lasts from early spring until late July. Hedge cutting, vegetation clearance and tree work activities can have a devastating effect on the nesting sites of wild birds. If you intend to carry out works at your property, please be mindful that birds may be

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Beekeeping / About the house

Introduction to Beekeeping Sunday 2nd March at Rudgwick Village Hall

ave you ever thought of keeping bees, but needed to know more? This one-day course will give you enough information to answer these questions: • How much time do I need? • What equipment do I need? • How much does it cost? • Is my property large enough to keep bees on? • Can I look inside a beehive to judge whether or not beekeeping is ‘for me’? • …and much, much more. Come along and find out without obligation. This is a popular annual event, now in its fourteenth year, organised by the Wisborough Green Beekeepers Association, whose members live in West Sussex and South Surrey, within about 20 miles of Wisborough Green.

This day makes a good grounding for the practical ‘Preliminary sessions’ that we will be running at our teaching apiary near Wisborough Green next spring. We have vouchers for those who want to give the course as an unusual but worthwhile birthday present. Further information for beekeepers and nonbeekeepers including our Preliminary sessions which provide the opportunity to handle bees, can be found on www.wgbka.org.uk Contact Roger Patterson, tel: (01403) 790637 or 07976 306492 or e-mail: roger-patterson@ btconnect.com for course details, or John Glover, tel: (01403) 751899 or e-mail: wgbees@gmail.com to book. John Glover, WGBKA

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Picturing the District Horsham Museum & Art Gallery, open now until 25th March

rtists have flocked to Horsham district inspired by the people and places to create a varied canvas that portrays a district of great personality and colour. Picturing the District is a masterpiece created out of local scenes that has many surprises. 250 years ago an artist, George Robertson, who had been in the Caribbean painting the rich vibrant colours of tropical light, came to Horsham and painted Warnham Mill Bridge. Remarkably, the fantastic painting of the nondescript bridge with anglers has survived and now takes centre stage in the fascinating, colourful and inspiring exhibition Picturing the District. The ‘how’ it has survived and ‘why’ it was painted makes the superbly executed painting even more interesting. It also acts as a perfect introduction to this colourful exhibition as it gives a hidden depth to the art on display. So, while the visitor can admire the scenes, the unknown back stories add a sense of mystery to the images. The new temporary exhibition at Horsham District Council’s Horsham Museum and Art Gallery reveals how Horsham District, a land that lies between Brighton and London, has inspired artists. It shows how the everyday is in fact remarkable; from a cottage in Slinfold that caught Gillian Hobbs’ eye, to one in Amberley that inspired RB Wilson to pick up the brush; and why graves in a cemetery in the very centre of the district are so evocative, as seen by Gordon Rushmer. Over the last 250 years the art world has been transformed from the introduction of water colours to contemporary art with all the various art movements in

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between. Yet one thing has remained constant; the desire to paint landscapes, to capture that magical essence that makes all of us stand and stop to take in what we see. For Sidney Moss (RBA) it can be the industrial workings of Amberley chalk pits, or for Mr Heath, the windmill at Shipley. For others it can be the village high street, from Amy Scott’s Bramber to Roxby, Bott’s Billingshurst, a village that also inspired Fox. There is inspiration across the District, including a back garden in Henfield by Mrs Wells. Dominating the south of the District is the ever looming presence of Chanctonbury Ring, a prehistoric hill fort enhanced by a crown of trees. The magisterial feature has caught the artist’s eye, creating either an eye-catching view, or a backdrop to everyday life going on its shadow. Edward Wesson caught the mood of the scene in winter; Charles Taylor in full summer heat. Picturing the District is the perfect exhibition to start the District’s Year of Culture as it shows the rich and varied landscape that inspired artists, actors, poets, playwrights, craftsmen, musicians and dancers, but also forms a backdrop to activities and events that make the culture of the district. Open now, Picturing the District runs until till 25th March – a real visual treat to start the Year of Culture, is at Horsham Museum and Art Gallery, admission free. www.horshammuseum.org. Rachel Weller, Administration Assistant, Horsham Museum & Art Gallery Top: Slinfold Cottage by Gillian Hobbs Bottom: Amberley chalk pits by Sidney Moss

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Wey & Arun Canal Trust on the hunt for helpers

veryone can make a difference. That’s the message from the Wey & Arun Canal Trust as it launches an appeal for volunteers in 2019. The Trust is holding a number of taster days for those interested in joining its working parties, giving the chance to try out some of the jobs volunteers tackle and see some of the restoration teams in action. “The Wey & Arun Canal Trust volunteers are achieving amazing things every week, working towards our aim of restoring the waterway that runs from Shalford in Surrey to Pallingham in West Sussex,” said Trust chairman Sally Schupke. “The Trust is run almost entirely by volunteers; they aren’t all experienced builders or forestry workers, just ordinary members of the public who are proving the extraordinary can be achieved with the right training, tools and motivation”. Sally Schupke highlighted the many benefits of volunteering with the Trust. She said, “You’ll get a warm welcome from the friendly men and women who volunteer with us, people who come from all walks of life. You’ll also learn new skills, guided by our

experienced team, and we’ll ensure you get all the equipment and training you need. “On top of this is the knowledge you are leaving a legacy for years to come as more of the canal is restored for the enjoyment of all. So far, 22 bridges and two aqueducts have been reconstructed, eleven locks restored and a new one built, several culverts rebuilt and many miles of canal bed cleared and dredged. None of this could have been achieved without volunteers. “We encourage everyone to come and join us for a cuppa at our taster days and find out how you can be part of the success story.” The taster days are being held from 11am to 1pm on Wednesday 20th February and Thursday 14th March at the recently restored section at Dunsold/Alfold. For full details and to sign up see our website www.weyandarun.co.uk, or email events@weyandarun.co.uk. Sally Schupke, Chairman, Wey & Arun Canal Trust Photo: One of many volunteers. Why not join us?

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esire for an improved work/home life balance has resulted in the number of part-time jobs rising by 50 per cent across England and Wales over the last 30 years. And according to a recent survey (AAT Survey 2018), the growing trend for flexible working hours is leading to greater productivity, less time off work and happier workers. Pulborough-based cleaning firm Miss Mop is fully aware of the benefits in handing over control of where and when to work to its cleaners. Owner Debi Jones said, “A good rate of pay is high on anybody’s wish list but flexible hours and the ability to work close to home are equal seconds. We find our cleaners work more productively if they manage their own diaries, leaving plenty of time for family and other activities.” The company’s cleaners share Debi’s thoughts. Lorraine from West Chiltington has been working with Miss Mop for two years. “I find choosing the days I want to work is not only easy but also up to me,” she said. “Where else can

you be so flexible with your hours?” “You can work as many hours as you like – you’re in control,” said Donna from Petworth and Michelle from Wisborough Green added, “It's flexible and fits around my family.” Now in its tenth year of trading, Miss Mop provides a tailor-made cleaning service to 450 customers, covering villages from Horsham down to the South Coast. Debi added, “Reliable, efficient and trustworthy cleaners are welcome to work as many or as few hours as they wish to fit round existing commitments. We have people from all walks of life registered with us, all earning a minimum of £11 per hour and benefiting from a good workout while they do so.” If you think you’ve got what it takes to join the Miss Mop team, please visit www.missmop.net and complete the on-line application form under “Work With Us”. Debi Jones

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Learn a Language!

ant to learn a new language in 2019? It’s not as hard as you think! I learned Spanish alongside my son to encourage him while he was studying for his GCSE. It started as a joke, but I quickly became hooked. Here’s what I learned about language learning… New words? You may not need to learn as many as you think! In English just 300 words make up 65% of all written material! We use some words a lot, and luckily that’s the case in every other language too. You can buy or make decks of flash cards of these words. There is even a flash card app called Anki which presents words at precisely the right intervals to maximise memorisation. Cognates. These are words which are spelled almost the same in English and which have the same meaning. In French, lots of ‘ion’ words are spelled the same even though they are pronounced differently: action, nation, communication, etc. In Spanish the same words end in ‘ción’ and in Italian ‘zione’. Simple, right? There are also words such as hélicoptère (French) or aeropuerto (Spanish) which are similar enough to the English word that you will recognise them immediately. You can google ‘Cognates’ for the language you are learning. Interaction. You need to hear and speak the language consistently. Look up radio stations, YouTube channels, news websites, and blogs in the language you want to learn. Advertise for someone to practise conversation with. Ask friends on Facebook or in the school playground

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whether they know a native speaker who would converse with you for half an hour in exchange for coffee and cake! There are groups dedicated to language exchange on Facebook too. By forcing yourself to converse you will improve very quickly. Free Resources. I have passable Spanish thanks to the Duo Lingo app. The BBC has introductory courses to around 40 different languages. Omniglot.com is a great open-source resource to all manner of languages, and I found fluentu.com brilliant for Spanish. Embrace mistakes. We learn by making mistakes. As children we speak, we’re corrected, and we adapt. Even at aged fifty I still come across new English words and phrases. You can’t ever completely learn a language. Just use everything you know with the emphasis on communication rather than perfection. Native speakers will not be offended by your slips; they will most likely be charmed and fall over themselves to help correct you. Use SMART goals. The acronym SMART means Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Timed. A good example is, “By the end of January I will be able to hold a simple conversation with a waiter, book a table, order food, and ask for the bill.” Or you might aim to complete three lessons per day on Duo Lingo for the whole of a month. You might even set yourself the task of passing an online test such as a GCSE. The point is, you have a timeframe, and the achievements you make are measurable, so you can see how far you’ve come. Tracey Anderson

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Plaistow Pre-School Nativity

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An amorous adventure

Once upon a time on a small farm near Billingshurst…

s you might remember, while at the caravan , Magnus had reported that Nanny received a phone call from Sally to say that Aaron had been seduced by the ewes in next door’s paddock, had accepted their invitation and had found himself there but could not find his way back. The next day Nanny went to investigate. Sure enough, having got tired of the next door’s girls he stood by the fence snickering to come back, more particularly wanting to be rescued from the two frisky horses, but most of all from the bellowing bulling cow named Florence. So Nanny tried… Day 1. She brought food but forgot the halter. Aaron had a pat and Nanny missed her opportunity. She went back to the shed and got the halter. She tried leaving the food out of reach and watched while she mended the The great escape fence. Nothing happened. Later she tried leaving a piece of rope in a loop on the ground so if he stepped into she would be able to at least be able to grab him. Florence came over and ate the spilled food and Nanny was terrified she would step into the loop and get caught. A great way to please the neighbour. Not! So Nanny left the food bucket and went out shopping. She came back later and found the food bucket pulled over to the fence and all the food eaten. This puzzled Nanny but didn’t faze her. She carefully climbed the fence and tried to track Aaron down in the field shelter but he saw her coming with the harness and wouldn’t come near. So she left him there. She rang Holly her sheep helping and shearing lady but she couldn’t come until the next Sunday at the earliest if it was still necessary. Day 2. Nanny brought some food over to Aaron. He wanted to come to her BUT two horses and Florence the cow arrived first. Missing food puzzle solved evidently. Aaron bleated but would not come close. In the meantime Magnus found himself cornered by Aaron’s own girls and had to be rescued.

That night Nanny heard Aaron bashing the neighbour’s field shelter with his horns. She shuddered; this could get expensive. Day 3. A quick but fruitless visit. Day 4. It rained so no visits at all. Day 5. Aaron reported in the morning for breakfast, in his own paddock, with his girls, as if nothing had happened. The neighbour patched up her fence. Nanny patched up her fence. The following Sunday (at the caravan again) Nanny got a phone call. This time it was Sally. Aaron was in HER paddock chasing her in-lamb ewes. She was not a happy bunny. After apologising profusely but helplessly Nanny promised to come the next day and Sally put her ewes in another paddock. The next day when Nanny visited she came prepared. Aaron was feeling lonely. He came to the one space in the fence where he could get over. Nanny, armed with her harness and food bucket, invited the girls to come with her and stood by the fence. Aaron looked balefully through the fence. To his surprise Nanny began feeding the girls right in front of him and offered him some on her side of the fence. Aaron protested but then he made a decision. He put his front feet on top of the broken metal fence and with one effortless leap scaled the fence into his own paddock. So that’s how he did it! Nanny was gobsmacked! She’d never seen anything so wonderful. She quickly led them to the smaller l paddock and shut the gates. The next two days Nanny and Grandad spent a long time in the cold fixing the fence. They had let the sheep come with them. The whole time they worked, Aaron patrolled the fence looking for another way over. Too bad, so sad you can’t get over it any more! Magnus kept out of the way of the girls this time. Never a dull moment on that little farm near Billingshurst. Yvonne Fleece

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Raw food versus kibble

ow here’s a debate that could rage on forever among dog, and indeed some cat owners, and something I do get asked about a lot in my job. There are many myths and facts surrounding both diets and what might be right for one dog may not work for another. Hopefully this article will give a balanced view on the pros and cons and dispel some of the myths floating on the internet regarding both methods. The first question people tend to ask about raw feeding is “Is it safe?” The answer is Yes, provided you source the food from a reputable supplier, and store and handle it as you would any other raw meat, take precautions such as washing your hands after handling the food and keeping it stored in Tupperware containers with tight fitting lids in the bottom of the fridge, some raw feeders even have dedicated fridges and freezers. The other big question: “Is it a balanced diet?” There are two types of raw diet. Commercially prepared where the balance is done for you; these are available in nugget or minced form and have fruit and vegetables added. They are easy and convenient to feed as all you need to do is defrost and serve. For homemade raw feeding diets owners need to make up a diet containing 80% muscle meat, 10% bone and 10% offal; the idea with this diet is that it balances out over time. Feed as many different types of proteins as possible over the week. The downside to this is that it can be confusing for those new to feeding raw and time consuming; storage space can also be an issue. Bones of contention – feeding of bones even divides vets! My local vet is a big advocate of feeding raw bones for dental health and mental health! Other vets are very set against it. When feeding bones – which must always be fed raw, never cooked as cooked bones are brittle and more likely to splinter – feed a bone that is an appropriate size for the dog, and supervise the dog at all times when he’s chewing on a bone. Again, it’s a case of doing your research to decide what is right for you and your dog. There are plenty of non-bone natural treats that satisfy a dog’s

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chewing instinct, pizzle sticks are brilliant for instance, and bizarre things such as ostrich tendon are gaining popularity – buy now before the celebrity chefs get wind of them! So what about kibble? There’s no denying it, the advent of kibble (dry compound food pellets) has revolutionised the way we feed our dogs; there’s a kibble to suit all life stages, activity levels, and owners’ pockets. Again, it can be quite confusing given the choice on offer. Kibble is also easy and convenient to feed and takes up little storage space in the home. The hard work of balancing the diet has been done and a high quality kibble will provide all the nutrients your dog needs. If you would prefer to feed kibble, find a high-quality local and trustworthy brand that names the ingredients on the label and isn’t vague about their protein sources. Find a company you feel you can trust, and check out their website to see if they list ingredients, ingredient sources, and why certain additives are in their food, if any. Avoid food with common allergens like wheat and maize, unless you know your dog does well on them. Grain-free kibbles are becoming very popular as they tend to have a higher meat content and better quality protein, but this does make them a more expensive option although it is said that they are easier for the dog to digest. Another option is freeze dried food; this is a brilliant compromise in the kibble vs raw debate. It has the ease and convenience of kibble yet it’s comprised of the same ingredients as a raw diet. The food is not messy to feed so your dog doesn’t get it all over himself or the area where you feed him. Ideally, the food will already be nutritionally balanced so you don’t have to spend time choosing the ingredients or making the food yourself. Freeze drying kills the bacteria that sometimes pose a problem with raw foods. And the bones in the freeze dried food are already ground. The main drawback is freeze dried food tends to be expensive. Jeannette Douglas, SPR Centre. www.sprcentre.com

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Fishers Adventure Farm Park wins Silver

ishers Adventure Farm Park in Wisborough Green have recently been awarded ‘Silver’ in the Beautiful South ‘Large Visitor Attraction of the Year 2018’ award. The ceremony took place on 5th December at the Grand Hotel in Brighton with many of the South’s top tourist attractions and businesses in attendance. Tom Rollings, Director at Fishers commented, “We are absolutely thrilled that Fishers Farm has been chosen for this award. My parents started Fishers Farm almost 30 years ago, and I’m so proud of what they and we have achieved over this time. To be recognised by The Beautiful South Awards, for the hard-work and dedication our team has devoted, means the world to us and we’re excited to see what 2019 has in store”. The Beautiful South Awards, run by Tourism South East, recognise achievements in the tourism industry in the South East over the last 18 months. The Large Visitor Attraction of the Year award focuses on the quality of customer service, improvements and developments around the

attraction, accessibility and innovation. Finalists picked, after independent judges visited each attraction, were invited to the Grand Hotel in Brighton for the awards ceremony where the winners for Gold, Silver and Bronze were announced. Nigel Smith, Chief Executive of Tourism South East, said, “Achieving excellence isn’t easy – it takes vision, years of commitment and a lot of hard work from talented people. All of the finalists have got these qualities in abundance. They can be proud of what they have achieved and the example they are setting for others. I was blown away last night by the sheer quality of tourism businesses we have got in the South East and how their numbers are increasing every year. Many of the winners are truly world class.” Bethany Shayler, Marketing Manager, Fishers Farm Park Photo: Fishers’ Trina Rollings (centre-left) and Tom Rollings (centre-right) with their award

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My Gardening Valentine

n the run-up to Valentine’s Day someone always asks me what they should buy for the gardener in their life. It’s a tricky question to answer. Many people think we must like cut flowers, but actually I’m not keen and most gardeners I know aren’t either. We have gardens full of the things after all, and we tend to prefer our plants living and breathing in their natural environment, rather than imported from abroad and wrapped in cellophane. Unless you know a bit about gardening, and the tastes of your own particular gardener you’re probably best-off avoiding plants too. The nongreen-fingered venture into dangerous territory when they try to buy plants because there are so many variables. Will it suit the soil? Is it too invasive? Will it poison the gardener’s dog… or children…? Eek! It’s a thorny issue (pardon the pun). So, here is my go-to gift list guaranteed to make you the Valentine hero of your gardening amour. Don’t buy a ‘Head Gardener’ sweatshirt. They are naff, and most gardeners prefer old, comfy clothes which do the job better. However, if you present your gardener with a tough tunic or gardening apron, which is thorn-proof, and which has lots of deep pockets to house secateurs and trowels, they will love you forever. Then there are wellies. Who knew wellies could be romantic? But gardening folk drool over wellies the way supermodels drool over Jimmy Choos. And there’s so much wellie choice now. We all prefer something with a thick sole but there are bright and colourful wellies and traditional ones. For the ultimate in warmth and breathability I can recommend a proper Gore-Tex pair… sheer luxury.

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Mine remain the favourite Valentine gift my husband ever bought me. He knows how to romance a woman! A proper long-necked watering can, with a brass rose will also earn you Valentine brownie points. Bigger isn’t necessarily better though unless your Valentine boasts big biceps! Watering cans are heavy when full. I find 3-4 litres is about the right size. A bunch of long-stemmed red roses will set you back at least £40 and they might last a few days. For a similar price you can buy the gardener in your life Felco secateurs (with Valentine red handles) and they’ll last forever. I know which I’d prefer. Garden trugs are so practical. Most gardeners I know would be delighted to receive one. A trug is a great gift but even better when filled with a few gardening goodies such as packets of seed, water retaining granules, plant food, etc. You could add some hand tools, such as a trowel and a fork. Make sure they are stainless steel and have long handles for ease of use. An insulated mug or a good flask will always warm the heart of your Valentine because hot drinks don’t remain hot for long outside, even on a warm day. Finally, don’t forget gardening vouchers. Often us gardeners spot the perfect plant or gardening accessory when we’re strapped for cash, so vouchers are a perfect gift to save for a rainy day – and gardeners love rainy days, Valentine’s or not. Happy Gardening. Rachel Leverton

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Our Hut Saved! Ifold Scout & Guide hut gains new roof

eaders will recall the March 2018 issue of Village Tweet carried an article entitled Save Our Hut! as part of an appeal calling for help with urgent repairs to Ifold Scout & Guide hut, in particular its roof. Local residents will have noticed that the Scout and Guide hut does indeed now have a smart new roof. The hut was originally constructed in 1940 at the Broadbridge Heath Army base before being moved to Ifold in the early 1970’s. With the hut previously suffering from condensation, we hope this new roof will protect the building and allow further work to improve the décor and enable our Scout and Guide sections to flourish for many years to come in a dry and warm building. The work has been done to a very high standard by Southern Industrial Roofing from Portsmouth who design and construct

commercial roofing and generously carried out the job for just the cost of the materials. The Scouts and Guides would also like to thank local teacher and Cub Scout leader, Alice Dore, for the funds she raised in support of the work by running the Brighton Marathon last year. They would also like to thank other donors including Mr & Mrs Gumbrell of Loxwood, Billingshurst Lions and Kirdford Parish Council. Scouts prepare young people with skills for life. Each year over 460,000 girls and boys enjoy fun and adventure while developing skills to succeed. And Girlguiding Guides have fun, adventure and the space to discover their potential. To find out more visit scouts.org.uk or girlguiding.org.uk. Richard Moseley Group Scout Leader, 1st Ifold Scouts

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Look after your neighbours 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.

ear readers, I hope you have all come through the long dreary month of January with at least some small piece of your New Year resolutions in place! No? Oh well, perhaps you can try again next year! Now we have to deal with February. A month that may be short but can carry a very nasty bite that all too often reminds us that winter is still with us in all its moods. With the cold and damp that this early part of the year often brings, I would ask you please to remember some of the animals that share our habitats. Many of you will have one or more bird feeders in the garden somewhere and it’s this particular device that I would like to chat about. I am lucky in that I have a small tree in the garden that is close enough to the house to view the feeders easily and is also alongside a hedge so the birds feel safe from attack by predators as this gives them instant refuge at the drop of a hat. Four feeders dangle from its boughs. Two for peanuts, one for mixed seed and one for niger seed. The customers are a mixed bunch and each has a distinct technique in getting their lunch… The tits are quite prepared to share the nut holders with all their mates and four or more may be chipping away at the contents at any one time. The woodpeckers will not share! They bully their way onto the wire and no one comes near if they value their feathers! Woody hammers away at the kernels, scattering pieces to the four winds and collecting a variety of species down below to feed on the the leavings. Five pheasants – two males and three ladies – join a couple of moorhens and assorted feathered associates in clearing up the shower of nut splinters that the woody sends downwards. With several other peckers in the tree waiting their turn this period of the day can see the level of the feeders going down very rapidly and a top-up is needed to ensure others get their share. These woodpeckers are all the spotted type; the green ones being content to hammer away at the lawn for grubs and insects. One bird that I take great pleasure in spying is the nuthatch. His feeding stance of standing upside down as he takes his share often puzzles me. I understand that like the squirrel he will take the nuts and jam them away under bark and crannies on trees as a spare larder for the colder weather. Wise bird! The seed-eating mob take no notice of this at all and they make steady progress on the seed containers without the constant battle that the nut ones generate. Sparrows and finches adorn the two seed feeders and those that can’t get aboard cluster bellow for the constant flow of dropped seed that drift down like snowflakes. They don’t stay still on the feeders, but take a quick beakfull then dive back into the safety of the hedge to eat them, before returning for a further top-up. There are, however, a few visitors that I’m reluctant to allow into this space. Raptors of course. But even these have to feed, and every now and then one of the little ones becomes a dinner for these magnificent birds. To

them the feeders must look like ‘Meals on Wheels’ as a constant menu of feathered courses present themselves before them. It’s those large black ones that I take most exception to I’m afraid. A huge number of ravens, crows and jackdaws have spread over the farm in the last few years. Once controlled by farmer and keeper they now seem to be on a massive increase in numbers. Large flocks cover the fields at times and the evening air can often be filled with their calls as they return to woodland roosts. Out in the field they are welcome. Leather jackets, wireworm and a multitude of insects are removed to keep them full. It’s when their inbuilt fear of man seems to leave them and they venture ever more into the garden that I worry more. Even magpies and jays visit us, birds that once were confined to the depths of the woods. I don’t begrudge them the odd nut or handful of seed (though they do make a mess of the feeders) but so many of them are a danger to our nesting garden birds in the spring. Many of them are egg hunters so nesting birds that would once be safe in the confines of the gardens trees and hedges are now at risk as the fear of man diminishes among these larger birds. In fact there are times when they gather in sufficient numbers in the old oak tree that borders my garden that it resembles a scene with Tippi Hedren in that wonderful Hitchcock thriller! First thing in the morning is the waddling brigade’s turn. Over a dozen ducks amble down from the farm’s reservoir to indulge in a feed of peanuts – they love them! Why they prefer to walk down I’ve never figured out. They seem to make such hard work in walking. Their whole body waggles from side to side as they pivot on their stocky little legs, neck jerking backward and forward, and they frequently have to stop to wag their tails and chatter away, as if to encourage each other to continue the trek. They fly easily, so why walk? Once in the garden they cluster by the kitchen window and demand their breakfast before the long waddle back up the banking to the water. Only the sudden roar of a passing lorry occasionally forcing them to take to the air and complete the homeward journey in a fraction of the time that it took to hike down. There is one other guest I do resent. The rat! I know, they tell us there will always be a rat somewhere near you, and I can’t deny it’s my own fault for putting food out, but what can you do? No feeders, no rats. Feeders, rats. They go together I’m afraid, especially as the weather makes other sources of food harder to find. The one consolation being that as the birds only feed during daylight, the rats are forced to do their feeding in the daytime too. This puts them into the sights of my air rifle as I refuse to use poison so near to other creatures. Rats, though, are very intelligent. They seem to know exactly when I’m around, so the game continues throughout the day. Now and then I succeed in clearing them out, only for a new family to take over the ‘patch’ after a week or so, and then battle recommences. So dear reader, please remember our feathered friends as the winter bites. Give them a fighting chance to survive the coldest months, and at the same time enjoy the vista that they present to you. John Nash

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s a local volunteer for Victim Support, Linda Tullett helps people who may have suffered any one of a range of different experiences, from a dispute with neighbours or road rage to full-scale domestic abuse or sexual assault. Linda works as an NHS Speech and Language Therapist specialising in children and young people who stammer, but wanted to take on a new challenge which had some flexibility to fit in with her work and home life. Her work has undoubtedly helped to develop excellent listening skills, as well as an ability to build trust with people whose lives have been knocked off course, and who may need some emotional or practical support. Her training for Victim Support has included both a generic course and one devoted to domestic abuse, which is an area where more volunteers are needed. Her role is to contact people who apply for help, starting by building a relationship, then discovering what the issue is, the impact it has had on them and finding out what they want to change in their current situation. Linda stresses that this is different with each

person; first they need to feel safe enough to talk and then to consider the effect that the incident has had on them and the support they need. For one person this might be practical help with arranging for the locks to be changed after a burglary, for another who has been affected more personally, it could be working with a person to help them to feel safe enough to leave their house and go out normally for the first time since the incident, or signposting the victim to professional or legal assistance. A request for help with one issue can sometimes bring up other older issues or hurts which can also be worked through. Linda enjoys her role and the variety of people she gets to meet and to help. She sees herself as a facilitator who assists people firstly to communicate and then to create their own solution or goal, finally building up their resilience in order to get back to where they want to be. For more information visit www.victimsupport.org.uk Pippa Cleeve If you know someone who you feel deserves recognition in Our Community Volunteers please email Pippa: pppclv@spektrum.demon.co.uk

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