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March 2018

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

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elcome to the March issue of Village Tweet, another packed one. At last, there are glimpses of spring with daffodils pushing through and, perhaps the biggest reminder of the onset of spring: the clocks going foward an hour on 25th March. March also sees Mother’s Day on the 11th and Easter right at the end of the month. Finally, a plug for the Billingshurst Fire Station’s annual Charity Car Wash day on Saturday 24th March. Just turn up between 10am and 3pm and let the firefighters loose on your car with their powerful hoses while you enjoy a cuppa. All donations go to The Firefighters Charity (www.firefighterscharity.org.uk) so please be generous. See page 21 for full details. Grahame Cover: Don’t forget Mother’s Day on 11th March! Photo: Chad Ellis Food & drink Foxbridge Golf & Leisure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Recipe: Boiled Fruit Cake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 WeFiFo restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 The Kings Head pub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 The Hungry Guest butcher’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Jengers Craft Bakery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Cinnamon Indian restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .OBC Health & wellbeing Jim Hills Sports Warehouse . . Beauty Within . . . . . . . . . . . . . Billingshurst Dental Practice . . Holly Stone, Hypnotherapist . . Park & Brown, opticians . . . . . Rebecca Beauty Therapist . . . Village Homecare Service . . . . Zumba Madness . . . . . . . . . . . Billingshurst Leisure Centre . . Guardian Angel Carers . . . . . . Katherine Finn, Hyphotherapist

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About the house Fowlers, Estate Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aqua Drop Window Cleaning . . . . . . . . . Jef Wilson Decorator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KJ Lammas Plumbing & Heating . . . . . . South East Tankers, sewage emptying . . Closs & Hamblin Fabrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . Re-Nu Kitchens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Arunside Building & Roofing Ltd . . . . . . . Ovens & More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DM Handyman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MW Wingate Painting & Decorating . . . . Ron Osborne Roofing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Apex Aerials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hamilton Cole, TV & Satellite Equipment Goring Road Carpets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pro Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Miss Mop Domestic Cleaning . . . . . . . . . PJM, Building & Property Maintenance . Austen’s Home Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . Drainjet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GJ Coles Builder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Menace Scaffolding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oven Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sussex Carpet Brokers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flow-Serve Plumbing, Drainage, Heating Delta Decor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Holly Boilers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Biji Property Services Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . N Francis Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1A Acclain Floor Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC Decor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Best Choice Roofing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thomson Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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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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COPY DATE FOR APRIL ISSUE: 4th MARCH Published by A272 Design, PO Box 371, Billingshurst, West Sussex RH14 4AS

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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. Garden Tweet! Draisey & Co Landscaping & Gardening DW Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Garden View: Fertilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jonathan Carter Tree Surgery . . . . . . . . . Sussex & Surrey Tree Services . . . . . . . REM Landscapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clayton Turner Trees & Gardens . . . . . . Garden Structures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Village Nurseries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Miscellaneous Professional Services & Businesses Horsham District Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Flackwoods Solicitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 CC’s Emporium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 With Love . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Seasons Art Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Flat to let . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Southwater Cycles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 A/c’s Direct, Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Dandelion Farewells, Funerals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Emmanuel Fellowship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 St Gabriel’s Pre-School Childcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Arun Veterinary Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36, 37 Pest B Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Loxwood Burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Pest Man . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 The Spa Guys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Features The brain and our ability to be happy . . . . . . . . . . .13 A Good Read . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Poem by Christopher Sullivan: Watch this space . .24 SPR Centre: Pet first aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Community/Out & About/Farming/Smallholding Christ’s Hospital Choral Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Travelling Trends Fashion Show fundraiser . . . . . .11 Age UK Tea Dance fundraiser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Barns Green Half Marathon & 10k Race . . . . . . . .14 Community Minibus (Billingshurst) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 St Catherine’s Hospice: Firewalk . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 John Nash’s Column: What bugs you? . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Billingshurst Fire Station: Charity car wash . . . . . .21 Wey & Arun Canal Trust: Members . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Ifold Scouts & Guides: Save our hut . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Billingshurst Parish Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26, 27 LoxFest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Keep Kirdford & Wisborough – Green: Two bridges .34 Barns Green Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Sandy Duck: Unsung Heroine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Our Community Volunteers: Sandy Duck . . . . . . . .50 Games and quizzes Crossword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 6 Spot the Difference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39, 45 Last But Not Least What’s On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46-48 Advertisers Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

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Village Tweet Quick Crossword

Solution on page 6

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Craft / Private hire

With Love is the stockist for Annie Sloan chalk paint in your area. Along with supplying these amazing paints, waxes and accessories we offer painting Workshops on achieving the unique look of Annie Sloan chalk paint. Alternatively, if you don’t fancy painting your project yourself then we can do it for you! Come and see us in the shop or email negreancuta@yahoo.com with a photo of what you’d like painting for an estimate. We also offer a local delivery service.

Workshops available The Annie Sloan Method for Upcycling Furniture (No experience necessary) £65 (includes lunch) 24th March, 21st April, 5th May, 28th May (Bank Holiday), 9th June

Technique for Style & Colour (advanced) £69 (includes lunch) 7th April, 26th May, 2nd June Book by phone or online. Pop into our shop for more information. Please book early to avoid disappointment. 10% off all Annie Sloan products on the day of the course

Our mantra is: love…paint; love…patina; love…gifts; love…workshops. Come and find us! 82a High St, Billingshurst, RH14 9QS. Tel: (01403) 780584. www.withlove.gb.net Opening times: Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm, Saturday: 10am-3pm, Sunday: closed

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Food and drink

Boiled fruit cake METHOD

1. Place the first eight ingredients into a large saucepan and bring it to the boil. 2. Reduce the heat and simmer gently for 20 minutes, then set aside to cool. 3. Heat the oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/gas 4. Line a deep 20cm/8" circular cake tin with greaseproof paper. 4. Mix the beaten eggs well into the fruit mix. It’s important that the mixture has cooled because if it’s too warm the eggs will cook! Then sieve the flour and baking soda into the mixture and mix well. 5. Pour into the cake tin and bake for 1-1½ hours until cooked through (when a skewer inserted into the cake comes out clean). If the cake is browning too quickly reduce the temperature a little. 6. Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the tin for fifteen minutes, then turn out on to a rack. The cake keeps well if stored in an airtight tin.

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Fruit cakes don’t have to be tricky. This one is simple

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Food and drink

The Kings Head – West Sussex Pub of the Year

eaders may recall the article on The Kings Head in the April 2017 issue of Village Tweet ended thus: What makes The Kings Head special? Colin turns to a local supping his pint for an answer: “It’s the best in Billingshurst!” Well, as the Romans used to say, In vino veritas, meaning many a true word is spoken while indulging in a drink or two. Well, the pint-supping local would be delighted – though not surprised – to learn that The Kings Head has been voted West Sussex Pub of the Year for 2017! The West Sussex County Times invited readers to vote for their favourite pub. Out of 100 nominations The Kings Head made it through to the 10 pubs in the November final and scooped the award.

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West Sussex Pub of the Year 2017

The presentation of the beautiful glass trophy and certificate took place in the pub on 30th January and Village Tweet was there to talk to the pub’s owners Colin and Oonagh Ganley. Colin thanked all his customers and locals “for their support and, of course, their votes.” He is also hugely appreciative of the pub’s hard working staff, especially managers Carole and Andrew Bussey (seen in the photo alongside Colin and Oonagh). Oonagh added, “We hope to keep moving forward in 2018 and continue to keep up the good work for our community. We have just been granted planning permission for new accommodation which we are very excited about. The village is very short on accommodation for visitors. Watch this space!” Grahame Pearson, Editor Village Tweet

THE KINGS HEAD Steak dinner for 2 with a bottle of Chardonnay only £30 Food served all day, plus Sunday roast

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40 High Street, Billingshurst, RH14 9NY Tel: (01403) 782012 (Phone food orders welcome) Mon-Fri & Sun: 11am-11pm. Sat: 11am-12 midnight

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A NEW DEDICATED BUTCHER’S SHOP IN PETWORTH The demand for meat and game from the counter in our main food shop has grown considerably since we opened in 2011 creating an opportunity to expand the offering to a bigger site. Our team of experienced and friendly butchers are eager to assist and give advice on everything from the perfect cut, to the best method of cooking. From the Sunday roasting joint to BBQ products in the warmer months we offer a wide range to cater for the needs of all customers. You will find our new traditional butcher’s shop conveniently situated at the entrance to the main car park in the town centre.

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Christs Hospital Choral Society – absolutely Magnificat!

hrist’s Hospital Choral Society would love to invite you to their concert on 18th March, where the choir will be sharing the stage with the school’s Chapel Choir, a professional Soprano, and full orchestral accompaniment to perform John Rutter’s Magnificat. Rutter wrote the piece relatively recently; its first performance was in 1990 at New York’s Carnegie Hall. This performance, however, will be at Christ’s Hospital Big School, much more convenient for most of us. Although not performed by Rutter himself, the school’s new and dynamic Musical Director Alex Hodgkinson is equally capable. In addition, Christ’s Hospital Choral Society enjoys the reputation of making a pretty good sound! The music varies from sweet melodious to cheeky

jazzy; there’s something for everyone. In addition, there will be a performance of Suite Antique, also by Rutter, and orchestral works by Elgar – a wonderful programme. Do come and join us for the concert on Sunday 18th March at Christ’s Hospital Big School, where the concert will start at 7pm. Prices £5 (child), £14 (Concession) £15 (full rate). To book your ticket please contact the box office on (01403) 247434 (mornings only), or speak to a choir member. You will have a lovely time! Esther Clark Photo: CHCS choir performing their Christmas concert which aised £1000 for St Catherine’s Hospice

This month marks Jengers Craft Bakery’s 4th anniversary. We would like to thank all our customers for their support & loyalty Jengers Craft Bakery 4 Jengers Mead, Billingshurst RH14 9PB

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Flat / Health and wellbeing / Sport

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SOUTHWATER CYCLES est. 1994

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Jim Hills Sports

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Health and wellbeing

Don’t let your brain hijack your ability to be happy

ne upon a time many thousands of years ago our earliest ancestors lived as tribes in caves. They lived a simple existence that involved hunting and gathering, and supporting one another in order to survive. When problems occurred they were often life threatening, such as fierce animals, starvation, illness, death at the hands of a fellow tribe’s man or women. So their brains were wired to respond to these dangers in the following ways: Anxiety (heightening of the senses, increasing the heart beat, sweaty palms and often being physically sick) was the body’s way of enabling them to run faster than ever before to survive attack. Anger (increased physical strength) enabled them to fight the danger. Depression (suppressing the body’s responses, slowing everything down) enabled the body to wait until the danger had gone or to rest due to illness or lack of food. All three, which more often than not would occur at the same time or in quick succession depending upon the problem, would have most likely ensured their survival. What is interesting to recognise is that in our brains today we still have the same primitive response to

danger and problems. So while our intellectual mind has evolved and adapted to our modern way of life to enable us to drive cars, operate technology and all the things that our current way of living requires, the primitive survival instinct has not; and this is where we can find ourselves in difficulty. Problems today, thankfully, rarely cost us our lives but our brains still respond as if they will. Anxiety, Anger and Depression are our brains’ way of ensuring our survival from the problems that we face. Now the problems that our brains think we need help with can range from financial and relationship issues, through to worrying about exams and our unknown futures. So you can see why we can often find ourselves experiencing these things without consciously choosing to do so. Our brains think that we need their help when we often don’t! So how do we recognise when our primitive response is ‘helping’ us? If you are thinking negatively and struggling to move forwards you can be pretty sure that your primitive brain is active. How do we take back control? Stop, breathe and think of something that you enjoy doing to help you to regain control. Don’t let your own brain hijack your ability to be happy. Holly Stone Hypnotherapy

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Marathon / Accountancy

Barns Green Half Marathon and 10k choose St Catherine’s Hospice

nce again St Catherine’s Hospice has been chosen as the official charity for the Barns Green Half Marathon & 10k which takes place on Sunday 30th September 2018. The Barns Green Half Marathon Committee was unanimous in their decision to continue to support the outstanding local charity which provides individualised, expert end-of-life care and support to local people, their families, friends and carers living in Crawley, Horsham, Mid Sussex and East Surrey. Barns Green Half Marathon Race Director, Vernon Jennings said, “Those of us who have visited St Catherine’s Hospice know what a wonderful place it is with some very special people providing an essential service. This year our association with St Catherine’s is particularly poignant as we recently lost two dear friends from the village, Brian Muncer and Mike Awcock, who were very prominent figures in village life and who between them clocked up 56 years as senior marshals for our race. Both passed away just before Christmas and both benefited enormously from St Catherine’s support. We are therefore delighted to be extending our association with this great charity for another year.” The enormous success of last year’s Barns Green and 10k races combined with the great generosity of the runners resulted in a staggering £18,000 being raised for St Catherine’s. Michaela Clements, Events Fundraiser at St Catherine’s Hospice said, “We’re so grateful to the

Barns Green Half Marathon and 10k committee for choosing us as their charity partner again. We rely very heavily on support and donations from our local community and each year need to raise more than £6.5 million in voluntary income so support like this is vital. Without it, we couldn’t deliver our expert care to local people when it’s needed most. We’re looking forward to another year of great races!” Last year over 2,200 runners registered for the Half Marathon, which is in its 36th year and almost 600 runners completed the 10k event which was only being staged for the second time. This year’s two race courses follow routes on closed roads, through the lanes of Barns Green, Itchingfield, and Christ’s Hospital where for the first time in four years the magnificent Christ’s Hospital School marching band will be playing while the runners go through the grounds of the school. What could be more uplifting for runners? Entries are already open for the September races, and hopefully the event will once again raise a lot of money for its chosen charity. For further details on how to take part in the 2018 race just visit the Barns Green Half Marathon website: barnsgreen-half.org.uk. Nigel Currie Barns Green Half Marathon Committee Photo: Route passes through the wonderful grounds of Christ’s Hospital School. This year the school’s marching band will add to the spectacle

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t’s only just over a week until St Catherine’s Hospice heat up Crawley’s High Street with its thrilling Firewalk! Taking place on Friday 2nd March from 6.30pm, the Firewalk is the first of its kind for St Catherine’s. Now, the local hospice is calling on the community to come out and cheer on the 100 brave soles braving the flames! And if you’re very quick there may still be a final few Firewalker spaces available! Put your bravery to the ultimate test and walk barefoot across 15 foot of red hot embers – it’s not for the faint hearted! Think you can take the heat? All you need is your courage as UK Firewalk staff will share their expert advice on facing the flames with everyone who takes part. The Firewalk is the perfect chance to do something different on a Friday while supporting your local hospice to raise funds for local terminally ill people and their family and friends. Free for the local community, with exciting on the

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What bugs you? 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. Dear reader, is it my imagination or are we forever more pulling in two different directions on a whole variety of daily experiences? I’m not talking here of deep physiological events, but more of the practical things we encounter in everyday life. Silly things, annoying things, and very often, frustrating things. I’m referring at this particular moment to the constant variations on many of our favourite products that manufacturers seem determined to inflict upon us. We all know for instance about Wagon Wheels, Mars bars, Marathon and a whole multitude of similar confectionaries that have shrunk, or even had their names changed for no apparent reason other than for the manufacturers’ convenience or profit levels. When it’s pointed out that we have noticed the difference, we are then assured that its all done for our own good. So kind! Crisp packets have not only lost that little blue screw of paper… but quite a few crisps as well. Flavours that have become firmly embedded in our memories for countless years are suddenly altered without explanation and when we ask why, we are again persuaded it was for our own benefit. The list is as long as your memory. However, my friends, it’s not these that bring me to put pen to paper, it’s something that happened a few moons ago and it has irritated me far more than I suspect it should. There was a wonderful concoction that we, as a family, enjoyed at Christmas time. It was a cake. Not any old cake, but a special cake for Christmas. For many years it would appear on the shelves just prior to the festivities and we would eat it with relish over the holiday period.

Then, a certain Mrs Currie blew it. She informed the world that we shouldn’t eat eggs! They were not good for us. They were bad, nasty things! Now, a major ingredient of this particular cake just happened to be… eggs. In fact, I understand the very reason we only saw it at Christmas was because its egg content gave it a relatively short shelf-life for everyday sale. It was withdrawn. Many of you ladies may have realised I’m referring to that baker’s delight known as a Tunis cake. A rich, buttery cake covered in a layer of thick, hard, chocolate icing with a delicate colourful iced border and three marzipan fruits in its centre. I miss it! So, you can imagine my delight and pleasure when I again espied it on the shelves of the supermarkets. I bought one immediately and carried it home with great anticipation. I should have known. They’ve gone and ‘improved’ it. The rich, dense, cake has become a regular Madeira; the thick, hard chocolate icing is now much thinner and is soft. The lovely floral band, gone. As are the three marzipan fruits to be replaced by a simple decoration. Yet it’s still called a Tunis cake! NO IT’S NOT! There may be some true representations around but my heart is broken. Sob! Oh dear, I do sound a trifle old maidish, I know, but, I think with good reason. It’s the final nail in the coffin. The straw that breaks the camel’s back. Why do we have to have all these socalled improvements on things we hold dear. If manufacturers want to make a new product, call it something else, don’t alter what’s familiar and try to fool us. There! That’s my New Year rant over with. Bet you’ve got one or two that you could let go with too. So, go on… let rip. Feels great don’t it? John Nash

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his month we welcome you to join us for our first charity car wash of the year. This will take place on Saturday 24th March from 10am-3pm. However clean or dirty your vehicle is we will have our scrubbing brushes at the ready! Fire stations across the country hold these events as we try and raise as much money as possible for our chosen charity: The Firefighters Charity. We will have teas and biscuits at the ready while we get to work! All we ask for is a donation, however big or small it will make a huge difference. These events rely heavily on the local community coming out to support the charity. If you don’t own a vehicle and want to pop in for a cuppa, then you are more than welcome to watch. Vans, bicycles, motorbikes, caravans, mobility *n ot on on 10 to pr ord % d be us o d e is ed uc rs o co in ti con v unt jun on er of £2 cti on th 50 wi is th ad an yo th er off e

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A Good Read March’s selection from book reviewer Willow Coby The Island – Victoria Hislop It is books like this that remind you, in small ways, how fortunate we are to live in the 21st century when illnesses and diseases that were once considered a death sentence are now curable. One such disease is leprosy which provides the background for this debut novel. Very often associated with Biblical times, it may be shocking for people to learn that in Europe as recently as 1957, victims of this disease were sent into isolation. The last known leper colony in Europe was the island of Spinalonga off the coast of Crete. This is the island of the novel’s title. Alexis Fielding is a 25-year-old living in London who knows very little about her background other than the fact that her mother comes from Crete. For whatever reason her mother refuses to discuss her past. Frustrated by her silence, Alexis decides to take her own journey to her mother’s home village, Plaka, to discover the truth that her mother will not speak of. Through an old family friend, in the heat of the Cretan sun, Alexis learns of her family history. Of her great grandmother, Eleni, and her two daughters, Maria and Anna. More crucially she learns of the sad past of the

now deserted island, just 1km from Plaka. And how her family’s past is forever linked to this place where the shunned inhabitants tried to maintain some level of normalcy amidst their pain and isolation. In a culture where family is everything, how can a family continue when it is ripped apart? The Monster of Shiversands Cove – Emma Fischel Ah, a summer holiday by the beach! Hot days playing in the sand. Days full of digging and snorkelling. Sounds like bliss! At least it DID. Stan is fed up. For the last four years his family have holidayed with his best friend, Rory’s, family. And this year was supposed to be the same until Rory’s parents both got new jobs and moved away. Now he is stuck in a cottage by the sea with Magnus, his four-year-old brother who is insistent that he is going to spend the whole holiday searching for fairies. Of course, Stan knows that this is nonsense and that fairies don’t even exist. One night he decides he has had enough. Magnus will not stop talking about the fairy he caught and has called Harry. In a moment of anger, he agrees with Magnus that this may be a hot spot for fairies and elves, but that means it is also a hot spot for monsters! Magnus is terrified but of course he has no real need to be. Everyone knows that monsters aren’t real. Or are they? Creating the WOW effect

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Out and about / About the house Canal is not just for boat enthusiasts The Wey & Arun Canal Trust (WACT) isn’t an organisation just for boaters and waterway fans. Its members are enthusiasts of many types. They range from walkers to wildlife photographers, but most have one thing in common – a love of the countryside. And they all support the magnificent project of restoring the 19th Century canal from Pallingham in West Sussex to Shalford in Surrey. To find out more about becoming a member and volunteering visit www.weyandarun.co.uk, e-mail support@weyandarun.co.uk, or call (01483) 505566. The trust can also arrange a speaker to give talks about WACT and its activities to organisations and community groups. WACT’s volunteer speakers are increasing the number of talks being given. Bookings are already being made for 2019. Talks can be organised via the above website or by emailing talks@weyandarun.co.uk

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Neighbourhood Warden Scheme The Parish Council would like to thank all those residents and groups who let us have their views on plans to set up a Neighbourhood Warden scheme in Billingshurst. Although organised and employed by Horsham District Council, the Wardens will be tasked through a steering group including the Parish Council, and be based in the parish. Largely funded by the Parish Council for the first two years, the scheme won the support of Parish Councillors at their annual budget-setting meeting on 24th January, by 7 votes in favour and 4 against, with one abstention. The consultation itself resulted in 117 respondents in favour, 27 against and one undecided. This decision will mean that the portion a typical Band D Council Tax payer will pay to the Parish Council will increase from £67.72 to £86.04 from 1st April 2018 (27.06%). This follows a reduction in 2017-2018 of 11.62%.

Billingshurst Community Speedwatch – An Update The Speedwatch group recently held a very productive meeting. Billingshurst Parish Council and Horsham District Council has committed funding to the scheme and a number of roadside locations have been agreed and approved by Sussex Police. The Parish Council frequently receives complaints from local residents about speeding, so please support the group of committed and dedicated volunteers by giving them a thumbs up if you see them! For more info, visit www.communityspeedwatch.co.uk .

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 nesting. If you require further advice as to what is and isn’t permitted during this time, please read the Wildlife & Countryside Act or contact the RSPB for advice.

A29 – Garage meeting in March Proposals to develop a new petrol filling station on land adjacent to Newbridge Road and the A29 in Billingshurst will be presented to Parish Councillors on Wednesday 7 March at 7pm at the Billingshurst Centre. Consultants appointed by developers have conducted initial door to door surveying of local residents close to the site and are keen to share this feedback with the Parish Council, and receive any comments and questions Councillors may have. Residents are also encouraged to come along and listen and to have their say.

Billingshurst Community Transport Do you have some spare time? Are you able to drive? Do you live in the parishes of Billingshurst, Shipley, Loxwood, Ifold or Plaistow? If so, the Billingshurst Community Transport Scheme urgently needs more volunteer drivers. To find out more about the scheme and see whether you can help, please contact Gill on 01403 787696.

Upcoming Meetings (March) 1st: Planning & Environment Committee 7th: Parish Council & Trustees (Including A29 Garage proposal) 14th: Neighbourhood Plan Committee 21st: Working Practices 28th: Billingshurst Centre and F&GP Committees

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Billingshurst in Bloom 2018 Following the success of Station Road Gardens in last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s South & South East in Bloom competition, where it scooped a Silver Gilt upon entering for the first time, the Parish Council has decided to not only enter the Gardens in the competition again this year but also the village itself. Councillors felt that the High Street looked so nice last year with the sponsored planters and so many businesses making an effort with baskets and troughs, that it too was worthy of entering the prestigious competition. They hope to rekindle past glories when the village regularly bagged In Bloom and Best Kept Village awards. In an effort to encourage community involvement to help support the entry, the Council is holding a local competition, in which it is hoped residents and businesses will be keen to get involved, by entering their garden, tubs and baskets. To enter, please fill in the form below and return to the Parish Office by 30th June. Judging will take place in July, with awards to be presented in September. (You can enter no more than three categories, and all displays must be visible from the street.) Each entry will be judged on Impact, Care & Attention and Horticultural Content. However, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to be Monty Don to enter, so if you enjoy pottering and it looks good, please have a go! By the way, we are still trying to track down trophies from previous In Bloom competitions, so if you know where they are, please drop us a line. Best Small Front Garden (under 5 metres frontage) Best Large Front Garden (5 metres and over frontage) Best Domestic Basket, Tub, or Window Box Best Commercial Basket, Tub, or Window Box Best Commercial premises (Pub, Restaurant, Shop, Factory, Office etc.) 6. Best Residential Premises (Flats, Care Home, Sheltered Housing etc) 7. Tallest Sunflower (Adult) 8. Tallest Sunflower (Children) Name: .......................................................................................................... Address: ....................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................... Telephone: ...................................................................................................

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Get DIY ready for Home Improvement Week 12th-18th March with Austen’s Home Hardware, Billingshurst

pring is traditionally the time of year when many of us turn our thoughts to DIY. Of course, for some, thinking about it is often as far as it goes, while for others the prospect of warmer weather and longer daylight hours is all it takes to get us reaching into the shed for tools kits and paintbrushes. But whether you need a bit of added incentive or just can’t wait to tackle a new project, National Home Improvement Week, which runs from the 12th to the 18th March 2018 inclusive, just ahead of the Easter holidays, is not to be missed. At Austen’s Home Hardware, Billingshurst we will be joining DIY retailers nationwide as well as leading industry names and top brands in the home improvements market to inspire, educate and support DIY’ers of all skills and abilities to ‘Love The Home You Live In’. Co-ordinated by the British Home Enhancement Trade Association (BHETA), this is a first dedicated event for the industry, and we are really excited to be involved.

Visit www.homeimprovementweek.co.uk the dedicated website full of ideas and information, blogs, social media links and ‘how to’ videos. Useful advice on a multitude of topics including traditional ‘old school’ DIY and gardening techniques together with crafts and upcycling projects. We hope to tempt a new generation of would-be home-improvers to master fresh skills and discover a rewarding, fun and practical pastime. At Austen’s Home Hardware our staff will be on hand to offer additional advice and support to everyone who feels inspired by National Home Improvement Week, by guiding them through the wide range of quality products and helping to make informed choices. National Home Improvement Week will certainly have something for everyone, showcasing new ideas, new products and a wealth of inspiration for tackling projects large and small, inside and outside the home. There’s never been a better time to DIY! David Lobley

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LoxFest – date confirmed: Saturday 12th May

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Broadford Bridge Exploratory drilling site

n September, West Sussex County Council approved an extension of a year to their planning permission for UKOG to carry out work at Broadford Bridge. In January WSCC approved an application by Cuadrilla for the company to flow test their well at Balcombe for 2 years. In December, UK Oil and Gas announced to their investors that a section of the reservoir at its Broadford Bridge oil well in West Sussex is ‘unproductive’ because of low permeability. In their statement to shareholders, the company also said it was seeking two new sites in the

middle of the Broadford Bridge licence area and expected to submit a planning application in spring 2018. UKOG has experienced problems with the Broadford Bridge well since the summer. In July, it confirmed it had drilled a side-track well, BB-1z, after a section of the original borehole washed out. There were later cement bond problems with the side-track. So, while UKOG may be set to finish at the Broadford Bridge site they are not planning on leaving Sussex. Dr Jill Sutcliffe, Chair, KKWG. Tel: (01403) 700395

What a Treasure! Boxal Bridge granted Listed Building Status

e are delighted to be able to give you some fantastic news and advise that Boxal Bridge has been granted Grade II Listed Building consent by Historic England. The bridge is therefore classed as being of national importance in terms of architectual or historic interest and to be proteted for future generations to use and enjoy. We would like to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to all of those who, over the past few years, have helped to reach this momentous decision. So many people, in various ways, have been involved helping with advice, the petition, Council meetings, Boxal Bridge rally, landowners, Bedham Commoners, sending objection letters to raise the awareness and to all of you we send our heartfelt sincere thanks. The bridge obviously has great affection in our hearts as over 3,000 people signed the petition to save this bridge from demolition. It means that three of the four bridges surrounding our parishes now have listed building status. Historic England guidance for Transport Buildings notes that most pre-1840 bridges, where

substantially intact, will warrant serious consideration for listing. This is a key part of this regional network of bridges which were improved during the 18th and 19th century to provide a reliable infrastructure. This listing will give strength to the challenges we have been fighting, as it means that listed building consent MUST be applied for in order to make any changes to the bridge which might affect its special interest. We hope the council will now spend the time and money repairing and maintaining the bridge, as we have always accepted that the bridge does need some TLC but NOT a replacement. We also hope that the council will address the problems to the road surfaces on both sides of the bridge with the increasing number of dangerous potholes! KKWG is a group committed to this cause and your support means a lot to us – Thank you. Keep Kirdford and Wisborough Green. www.facebook.com/nodrillingsussex. Dr Jill Sutcliffe, Chair, KKWG. Tel: (01403) 700395 Painting shows children playing at Boxal Bridge, late 1800’s.

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t’s something that all pet owners dread: their pets hurting themselves but unfortunately accidents and injuries do happen so it’s best to be prepared for any eventuality. Knowing what to do could save your pet’s life. Make up a basic first aid kit with the following items: notebook and pen, a clean towel, scissors, thermometer, self-adhesive bandages, surgical tape, sterile dressings, a clean syringe for flushing wounds and a card with the vet’s phone number. When to call the vet in an emergency. Sometimes pets need veterinary care outside of normal surgery hours. You should call your vet immediately if your pet is displaying any of the following symptoms, the vet will advise you on whether or not to bring your pet to the surgery, your pet is weak, unable to stand dull or depressed. Difficulty in breathing or breathing is noisy, rapid accompanied by frequent coughing. Severe vomiting or diarrhoea. Your pet appears in severe pain or discomfort. Sudden issues with balance. If you are in any way worried about your pet call your vet who will be happy to advise you, don’t leave things to chance. Road accidents involving dogs and cats are sadly very common. Firstly ensure your own safety especially around moving vehicles. Calmly assess the animal and call the vet. Be aware that even the calmest pet will be in pain and frightened so may be likely to bite, either muzzle the animal if possible or place a towel over the animals head. If the animal is able to walk take him straight to the vet even if there is no visible injury as there is a possibility of internal injury. If the animal is unable to walk either gently pick him up or in the case of a large dog improvise a stretcher using a coat or blanket to transport him to the vet. Poisoning is another common occurrence. Pets can be inquisitive and eat or chew rodent poisons and household chemicals. If you suspect poisoning call your vet immediately and take the label of the suspected poison with you (or a phone photo of it) as this will help the vet determine the best course of treatment. Snake bites are a possibility in some areas again this means an emergency vet visit keeping the animal as calm as possible. Bee stings can be dealt with by first aid

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Another Panto success for Barns Green Players Sherlock Holmes, January 2018

arns Green players has just finished performing the annual pantomime which this year was Sherlock Holmes. There were six shows performed over the last two weekends in January. The two Saturday Matinee performances were completely sold out as was the final Saturday evening performance and, overall over 90% of the seats for the performances were sold. Commenting on the success, Barns Green Players’ Chairman, Neale Francis said, “Our annual pantomime is very important to us, and each year we try new and ambitious ideas to deliver an even better show and we certainly achieved that this year. “Our Director, Graeme Muncer did a wonderful job, the cast were superb and the backstage crew did an amazing job. It gets harder each year to improve on the shows but we will certainly do our best and the planning process for next year will

start very soon. Village Tweet Editor, Grahame Pearson came along to see the show this year and commented, “I had not been to a Barns Green Players panto before and half expected the usual “He’s behind you!” panto experience of my childhood. All I can say is my expectations could not have been further from the truth. This was a panto for all the family with plenty of adult jokes too. “But what really impressed was the sheer professionalism of the production. I kid you not, this was a West End quality performance, with fine acting and absolutely brilliant singing. But all this would be for nothing without a top drawer script but this too was absolutely perfect. Don’t miss next years’ panto, I certainly shan’t.” NIgel Currie Photo: (left to right) Professor Moriarty (Neale Francis), Harry Holmes (Lucy Walker), Sherlock Holmes (Graeme Muncer) and Dr Watson (Ian Pinnock)

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The unsung heroine in our midst

very community has their unsung heroes and Billingshurst is no exception. But recently the incredible work and effects of one lady (affectionately known as Mrs Billingshurst by some) was recognised by the West Sussex County Times with the presentation of their prestigious 2017 Achievement Award. And the award went to none other than our very own Sandy Duck. A woman of substance There is no denying Sandy is a force to be with reckoned with. Having only moved to Billingshurst in 2006, Sandy immediately threw herself wholeheartedly into community life with a passion and enthusiasm we’ve since come to know well. Among the many roles she has had over the years, she is currently secretary and treasurer of the Billingshurst and Horsham Chamber of Commerce, treasurer of the Billingshurst Scouts and the Scouts and Guides and Youth Officer for the Rotary Club. Bringing the community together As Youth Officer she helps organise the Youth Speaks, Young Photographer, Young Chef and Young Writer annual competitions but she also spends time with our more mature residents, helping to run the Monday Lunch Club (rustling up lunch and resources from local businesses). Sandy has even travelled to Sumatra to see some of the work with children there which is supported by the Rotary Club and she’s also a member of the Parochial Church Committee supporting the work they do within the community. A prolific organiser At Christmas, you’ll find Sandy knee deep in tinsel as she helps organise BilliFest and in the summer, she’s right there, working on the

Billingshurst Show and Carnival. A familiar face In fact, the chances are that if you live or run a business in Billingshurst, whether you’re young or older, your life will almost undoubtedly have been touched in some way by Sandy. She doesn’t seek glory or the limelight but is always to be found quietly and determinedly working behind the scenes: connecting businesses, reminding, encouraging, organising, carrying out admin and bringing people together. It’s the sort of work that rarely gets praised but is pivotal in keeping most organisations running. Always happy to help Widowed at 32 with two small children to bring up, when you meet Sandy you don’t always see the sheer strength, determination and courage that lies behind her smile. And smile she does, despite what must be the very considerable weight of much of the town’s admin on her shoulders. On top of everything, Sandy is a supportive mother and grandmother who hasn’t lost sight of the need for the personal touch. When she’s not wading through admin, you’ll still find her driving neighbours to hospital appointments and just keeping in touch with the more vulnerable members of our community. Thank you, Sandy And if you ask her what drives and motivates this huge force for good, she humbly and simply replies, “I do it because it’s lovely to help people and I like to bring different parts of the community together.” There’s a glint and the hint of a plan in Sandy’s eye as she speaks, and you get the feeling, she’s not done with us yet. And thank goodness for that. Lucy Pitts, www.stroodcopy.com Photo: Alan Wright www.alanwrightphotography.co.uk

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Our Community Volunteers – Sandy Duck

hey say that if you want something done, ask a busy person. The organisations of Billingshurst seem to have taken this to heart in the case of Sandy Duck, whose roles include running Billifest and the Seniors’ Lunch Club in conjunction with the Community Partnership, acting as Treasurer of both 1st Billingshurst Scouts and Billingshurst Scouts and Guides including work on the Billingshurst Show and Gangshow, running the Youth Programme for Billingshurst and District Rotary Club, Secretary and Treasurer of the local Chamber of Commerce and a member of St Mary’s Parochial Church Council… and she can even be found dressed as an elf in Santa’s Grotto at Newbridge Nurseries with her Rotarian hat (and ears?) on. She confesses to a bad habit of always trying to squeeze a few more things in and running a little late as a result, but presumably this is met with great understanding under the circumstances. Sandy moved to Billingshurst in 2006 from Essex when she retired, in order to be closer to her family, and shortly afterwards visited a Horsham exhibition for seniors. One look at the rather limited attractions made her decide that she would much prefer to be ‘on the other side of the desk’ and she immediately

offered herself as a volunteer with the Community Partnership, and has never looked back. During her career, her work – for Woolwich Building Society and later Barclays – encompassed many areas including her favourite, customer services, where she thrived on solving people’s problems and helping to shape company policy through feedback. When I asked her how she fits everything in, she says that when she was widowed at a young age she learned to fill every minute of the day in order not to dwell on her situation, and so that she could be in contact with lots of other people; “I couldn’t function without people,” she concedes, particularly those she works with in the many organisations, who have helped her and encouraged her over the years. Sandy has recently been awarded the West Sussex County Times Community Achievement Award (see previous page. Ed), which is undoubtedly well deserved, but admits that her biggest fear is waking up and wondering what to do with the day. Probably not an imminent problem… 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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