Look like a Hollywood Superstar all the time – Sussex Permanent Make-Up are holding free no-obligation consultations on the following dates:
10am – 8pm Wednesday 2nd March
2pm – 6pm Saturday 5th March
10am – 8pm Wednesday 9th March
2pm – 6pm Saturday 12th March
10am – 8pm Wednesday 16th March
2pm – 6pm Saturday 19th March
10am – 8pm Wednesday 23rd March
2pm – 6pm Saturday 26th March
10am – 8pm Wednesday 30th March
2pm – 6pm Saturday 2nd April
10am – 8pm Wednesday 6th April
The Stanford Spa
4 Stanford Terrace, Station Approach West
Hassocks BN6 8JF.
Call 01273 841948 to book or visit www.SussexPermanentMakeup.co.uk for recent client video testimonials.
Sussex Living magazine is a free monthly A4 glossy magazine for Mid Sussex with community and lifestyle editorial. We put more copies into Mid Sussex than any other quality publication, paid or free. 19,000 copies are printed and distributed throughout Mid Sussex and the surrounding villages. In the same area, a local county magazine, the Sunday Times and Cosmopolitan Magazine, circulate less than 3,000 copies between them.
Monday, 28 February 2011
Burgess Hill Football Club Fixtures
Saturday 27/11/2010 Metropolitan police 3.00pm
Saturday 18/12/2010 Faversham Town 3.00pm
Monday 27/12/2010 Leatherhead 3.00pm
Saturday 08/01/2011 Horsham YMCA 3.00pm
Saturday 29/01/2011 Whyteleafe 3.00pm
Saturday 05/02/2011 Whitstable Town 3.00pm
Saturday 19/02/2011 Chatham Town 3.00pm
Saturday 12/03/2011 Fleet Town 3.00pm
Saturday 26/03/2011 Worthing 3.00pm
Saturday 09/04/2011 Merstham 3.00pm
Saturday 23/04/2011 Dulwich hamlet 3.00pm
Saturday 30/04/2011 Ramsgate 3.00pm
Burgess Hill Football Club 1st team Home Matches. Leylands Park, Maple Drive, Burgess Hill RH15 8DL. Tickets £8.00 Adults, £6.00 Senior Citizens/Conc, £2.00 (Junior under 16)
Saturday 18/12/2010 Faversham Town 3.00pm
Monday 27/12/2010 Leatherhead 3.00pm
Saturday 08/01/2011 Horsham YMCA 3.00pm
Saturday 29/01/2011 Whyteleafe 3.00pm
Saturday 05/02/2011 Whitstable Town 3.00pm
Saturday 19/02/2011 Chatham Town 3.00pm
Saturday 12/03/2011 Fleet Town 3.00pm
Saturday 26/03/2011 Worthing 3.00pm
Saturday 09/04/2011 Merstham 3.00pm
Saturday 23/04/2011 Dulwich hamlet 3.00pm
Saturday 30/04/2011 Ramsgate 3.00pm
Burgess Hill Football Club 1st team Home Matches. Leylands Park, Maple Drive, Burgess Hill RH15 8DL. Tickets £8.00 Adults, £6.00 Senior Citizens/Conc, £2.00 (Junior under 16)
Valerie Manor: Home from home
by Ruth Lawrence
The relaxed smile of one elderly resident said it all: “We’re just like one big family.”
These were the words of Zoe Bates, owner and manager of the 17th century Valerie Manor Residential Care home near Upper Beeding.
The Home has a string of awards to its name, including being one of seven finalists for the National Care Team of the Year and a finalist in the prestigious Care Innovator of the Year.
Currently completing a major extension to provide a nursing wing with state-of-the-art beds, the home is also on a large recruitment drive for care assistants and Registered Nurses. The new wing means an increase of 15 registered places to 23, over half of which can be for nursing care. There is a spacious new dining room with high ceilings and a stunning new conservatory with spectacular views across the landscaped garden towards the South Downs.
The garden will be a real feature, incorporating easy access and raised flower beds that encourage residents to get involved. The staff will have new facilities too; care work is a demanding profession and it’s important to have facilities that make the job enjoyable and comfortable.
Zoe’s philosophy is simple: “All staff treat all residents as a member of their own family,” a maxim that has resulted in a waiting list for rooms. Residents are involved in choosing carpets, fittings and even room names. These are delightfully named after birds – Kingfisher, Swan and Nightingale were my favourites.
There is a packed programme of activities on offer including arts, crafts and painting; it was great to see residents’ work framed for everyone to enjoy. There is an outing of choice each week – apparently the seaside, small animal farms and garden centres are the most requested trips. There are themed lunches, singalongs, fresh flower arranging and vegetable growing classes as well as exercise classes run by Zoe’s mum, who runs her own business called Let’s Dance. Even Zoe’s newly retired dad carries out maintenance at the Manor.
Valerie Manor has close links with local nurses, doctors and pharmacists. There’s even a dedicated GP who looks after the Home and holds regular monitoring and medication reviews. Prices for residential care start at £550 per week per room all inclusive.
All the rooms will have broadband, satellite connection and wi-fi access. With user-friendly touch screens, staff can show photos that have been emailed from friends and family, which is invaluable for those with distant relatives.
Valerie Manor really seems to resonate with a family feel and residents soon feel part of the extended family. I suddenly realised why the lady I saw earlier was smiling: Valerie Manor is not just a home. It is her home.
Valerie Manor Residential Home
Henfield Road, Upper Beeding,
West Sussex BN44 3TF
Tel: 01903 812105
www.valeriemanor.co.uk
email: zoe@valeriemanor.co.uk
The relaxed smile of one elderly resident said it all: “We’re just like one big family.”
These were the words of Zoe Bates, owner and manager of the 17th century Valerie Manor Residential Care home near Upper Beeding.
The Home has a string of awards to its name, including being one of seven finalists for the National Care Team of the Year and a finalist in the prestigious Care Innovator of the Year.
Currently completing a major extension to provide a nursing wing with state-of-the-art beds, the home is also on a large recruitment drive for care assistants and Registered Nurses. The new wing means an increase of 15 registered places to 23, over half of which can be for nursing care. There is a spacious new dining room with high ceilings and a stunning new conservatory with spectacular views across the landscaped garden towards the South Downs.
The garden will be a real feature, incorporating easy access and raised flower beds that encourage residents to get involved. The staff will have new facilities too; care work is a demanding profession and it’s important to have facilities that make the job enjoyable and comfortable.
Zoe’s philosophy is simple: “All staff treat all residents as a member of their own family,” a maxim that has resulted in a waiting list for rooms. Residents are involved in choosing carpets, fittings and even room names. These are delightfully named after birds – Kingfisher, Swan and Nightingale were my favourites.
There is a packed programme of activities on offer including arts, crafts and painting; it was great to see residents’ work framed for everyone to enjoy. There is an outing of choice each week – apparently the seaside, small animal farms and garden centres are the most requested trips. There are themed lunches, singalongs, fresh flower arranging and vegetable growing classes as well as exercise classes run by Zoe’s mum, who runs her own business called Let’s Dance. Even Zoe’s newly retired dad carries out maintenance at the Manor.
Valerie Manor has close links with local nurses, doctors and pharmacists. There’s even a dedicated GP who looks after the Home and holds regular monitoring and medication reviews. Prices for residential care start at £550 per week per room all inclusive.
All the rooms will have broadband, satellite connection and wi-fi access. With user-friendly touch screens, staff can show photos that have been emailed from friends and family, which is invaluable for those with distant relatives.
Valerie Manor really seems to resonate with a family feel and residents soon feel part of the extended family. I suddenly realised why the lady I saw earlier was smiling: Valerie Manor is not just a home. It is her home.
Valerie Manor Residential Home
Henfield Road, Upper Beeding,
West Sussex BN44 3TF
Tel: 01903 812105
www.valeriemanor.co.uk
email: zoe@valeriemanor.co.uk
Colemans: Friendly advice and family solutions
I am tempted to say that as a well-respected firm of local solicitors, Colemans can certainly cut the mustard.
However, Sue Booth, Partner in the firm and head of the Matrimonial and Family side of the practice, would certainly have heard the joke before, so I left it out of our interview. Colemans have been serving the Mid Sussex community for 90 years now. Of the firm’s five divisions – Private Client, Matrimonial and Family, Property, Commercial, Litigation and Employment – Sue’s is the most recent, having been launched with her arrival four years ago.
A qualified mediator, Sue has the supreme gift of putting people at their ease. This is done without any artifice and, as an interviewer myself, I know how rare the skill is. No surprise then that she has helped hundreds of clients in her 20 years’ experience of dealing with the legal intricacies that surround the breakdown of a marriage. “It must be a very stressful way of earning a living?” I ventured. “It can be,” Sue replied, “but I do this job because I can make a positive difference in people’s lives. Obviously, it’s stressful for my clients because divorce can be a highly emotional time for them, but I have a responsibility to de-stress the situation as much as possible.”
“Tea and sympathy?” I suggested. “Not quite,“ laughed Sue. “I try to be empathetic – it’s very important – but I have to be pragmatic as well. While the mechanics of a divorce are relatively straightforward, negotiating a good settlement can be very complex and I have to devote all my knowledge and experience to getting the best deal possible.” “Are most of your cases adversarial then?” I asked. “Not if I can help it,” said Sue. “Animosity is rarely helpful and I am a member of Resolution, a nationwide body of family solicitors which promotes a non-confrontational approach to family problems to try to find solutions that satisfy the needs of the whole family, especially where children are involved. Obviously, despite this approach, there are times when I have no alternative but to robustly fight my client’s corner.”
Of course, Sue’s work is not related solely to divorce and it includes a wide range of other family matters such as disputes surrounding children, separation agreements, financial settlements and, perhaps more recently, advice on pre-nuptial agreements – hardly romantic but very practical! On that note, I discovered that whilst obtaining a divorce might only take between three and six months and cost around a thousand pounds or so, achieving a fair financial settlement without a ‘pre-nup’ can be much more time-consuming and costly.
Sue sees her role as that of a knowledgeable guide through the legal complexities of matrimonial problems but also considers it very important to support her clients on the journey they have to take through the emotional turmoil of a break-up. I think she would be a very good person to have on your side.
Sue Booth
Colemans Solicitors
Paddockhall Chambers, Paddockhall Road,
Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1HF
Tel. 01444 459555
www.colemans-solicitors.com
Mid Sussex District Council News: Electric vehicle charging points empowering Mid Sussex
With petrol and diesel costs at an all time high, there has never been a better time to switch to a more sustainable form of transport. Mid Sussex District Council is keen to support local residents in the use of electric vehicles and has now installed the first electric vehicle charging points in the District. The points have been provided free of charge by SSE Contracting in partnership with West Sussex County Council.
A switch to electric vehicles will help to reduce air pollution and traffic noise. The three electric charging stations in Mid Sussex are part of a network of 20 charging points located all across West Sussex. Any resident that wishes to make use of the charging points can do so by becoming a member of the Charge Your Car scheme. For an annual payment of just £50, residents will receive unlimited access to every electric charging point in the West Sussex network and other recharging posts that form part of the wider Charge Your Car network.
It is planned that there will eventually be a national network of electric charging points to encourage more drivers to make the switch to newer, more energy efficient vehicles. Mid Sussex District Council is pleased to be at the forefront of this initiative with the first points being located at:
- Burgess Hill – Cyprus Road Car Park
- East Grinstead – Chequer Mead Car Park
- Haywards Heath - Hazlegrove Road Car Park.
“We know that some people are put off buying an electric vehicle because there is a current lack of charging points, so we hope that by installing them in Mid Sussex, some of our environmentally conscious residents will be encouraged to make the switch to electric transport,” said Councillor Pru Moore, Cabinet Member for Leisure and Sustainability. “I fully endorse this move and look forward to seeing more electric vehicle charging points across the district and the country.
“Not only can we all do our bit for the environment, but we can also help ourselves financially. With fuel prices going up, we must all look at alternatives for where savings can be made. I hope that providing the charging points in our car parks will prove convenient for our residents as they can charge up their vehicles, do a spot of shopping and carry out various chores all in one go.”
To use the new electric charging points simply register with the scheme by calling 01912 650500 or visit www.chargeyourcar.org.uk.
A switch to electric vehicles will help to reduce air pollution and traffic noise. The three electric charging stations in Mid Sussex are part of a network of 20 charging points located all across West Sussex. Any resident that wishes to make use of the charging points can do so by becoming a member of the Charge Your Car scheme. For an annual payment of just £50, residents will receive unlimited access to every electric charging point in the West Sussex network and other recharging posts that form part of the wider Charge Your Car network.
It is planned that there will eventually be a national network of electric charging points to encourage more drivers to make the switch to newer, more energy efficient vehicles. Mid Sussex District Council is pleased to be at the forefront of this initiative with the first points being located at:
- Burgess Hill – Cyprus Road Car Park
- East Grinstead – Chequer Mead Car Park
- Haywards Heath - Hazlegrove Road Car Park.
“We know that some people are put off buying an electric vehicle because there is a current lack of charging points, so we hope that by installing them in Mid Sussex, some of our environmentally conscious residents will be encouraged to make the switch to electric transport,” said Councillor Pru Moore, Cabinet Member for Leisure and Sustainability. “I fully endorse this move and look forward to seeing more electric vehicle charging points across the district and the country.
“Not only can we all do our bit for the environment, but we can also help ourselves financially. With fuel prices going up, we must all look at alternatives for where savings can be made. I hope that providing the charging points in our car parks will prove convenient for our residents as they can charge up their vehicles, do a spot of shopping and carry out various chores all in one go.”
To use the new electric charging points simply register with the scheme by calling 01912 650500 or visit www.chargeyourcar.org.uk.
Burgess Hill Gardens & Allotments Association
Burgess Hill Gardens & Allotments Association: Spring Flower Show
Saturday 26th March
Cyprus Hall, 2pm - 4:15pm. Admission: 50p
Burgess Hill Gardens & Allotments Association: Open meeting
Wednesday 6th April
Cyprus Hall, 7:45pm.
Speaker: Dr. Peter Brandham, 'A Year at Kew'.
Admission: Members free, Visitors £1
Contact: Flo Whitaker
Burgess Hill Gardens & Allotments Association
Tel: 01444 245509
Saturday 26th March
Cyprus Hall, 2pm - 4:15pm. Admission: 50p
Burgess Hill Gardens & Allotments Association: Open meeting
Wednesday 6th April
Cyprus Hall, 7:45pm.
Speaker: Dr. Peter Brandham, 'A Year at Kew'.
Admission: Members free, Visitors £1
Contact: Flo Whitaker
Burgess Hill Gardens & Allotments Association
Tel: 01444 245509
English Touring Opera Spring 2011 at The Hawth, Crawley
Roald Dahl’s Fantastic Mr Fox by Tobias Picker, 31 March, 7.00pm (UK première of full version), featuring local schoolchildren from St Andrews C of E Primary School alongside ETO’s professional cast
Puccini, Il tabarro and Gianni Schicchi, 1 April, 7.30pm
Mozart, La clemenza di Tito, 2 April, 7.30pm
English Touring Opera returns to The Hawth, Crawley with an exciting programme featuring the UK première tour of an opera based on Roald Dahl’s children’s book, Fantastic Mr Fox by Tobias Picker alongside rarely-performed masterpieces by Mozart and Puccini. ETO visits 17 venues across the length and breadth of the UK during the Spring tour, from Truro to Perth; Belfast to Norwich.
Fantastic Mr Fox explores the relationship between man and nature - pitting three farmers and their digger (played by acclaimed mezzo-soprano Fiona Kimm) against a fox and his family. Cunning to the last, Mr Fox (played by exciting young baritone Nicholas Merryweather) devises a plan to “outfox” the blundering villains. The production, directed by ETO’s award-winning artistic associate Tim Yealland, features professional soloists alongside 21 local school children from St Andrews C of E Primary School who play a skulk of fox cubs and a chorus of trees. ETO’s production is the UK première of the full version of Tobias Picker’s adaptation of Roald Dahl short story, with a libretto by Donald Sturrock.
On 1 April, ETO presents a performance featuring two, one-hour long Puccini operas. These two short works, Il tabarro and Gianni Schicchi are Puccini’s most perfect and perfectly contrasting masterpieces. Il tabarro is a moody, grotesque thriller that takes place on barge in Paris and Gianni Schicchi, a sparkling Florentine comedy featuring popular tenor Nicholas Sherratt who last performed as Ernesto in Don Pasquale with ETO on their Spring 2010 tour.
Completing ETO’s Spring season in Crawley is La clemenza di Tito, a bold production of a rarely-performed masterpiece by Mozart. ETO has a proud history of presenting exceptional productions of Mozart at The Hawth, the last being The Marriage of Figaro in the spring of 2010. Bringing this colourful production to the Crawley is a cast of fearless singers, including Julia Riley (acclaimed in ETO’s past production of Anna Bolena) playing Sesto, who is torn between his loyality to the emperor Titus (Mark Wilde) and his love for Vitellia (Gillian Ramm).
James Conway, General Director of English Touring Opera, says “We had a splendid 2010, with big audiences and handsome shows in the spring, and a really distinctive season in the autumn. Our value-for-money approach and our real passion for opera set us apart. This hugely ambitious Spring tour of classical, verismo and new opera shows that we have no intention of cutting back on our real business – making extraordinary opera in ordinary places – whatever the economic weather.”
Puccini, Il tabarro and Gianni Schicchi, 1 April, 7.30pm
Mozart, La clemenza di Tito, 2 April, 7.30pm
English Touring Opera returns to The Hawth, Crawley with an exciting programme featuring the UK première tour of an opera based on Roald Dahl’s children’s book, Fantastic Mr Fox by Tobias Picker alongside rarely-performed masterpieces by Mozart and Puccini. ETO visits 17 venues across the length and breadth of the UK during the Spring tour, from Truro to Perth; Belfast to Norwich.
Fantastic Mr Fox explores the relationship between man and nature - pitting three farmers and their digger (played by acclaimed mezzo-soprano Fiona Kimm) against a fox and his family. Cunning to the last, Mr Fox (played by exciting young baritone Nicholas Merryweather) devises a plan to “outfox” the blundering villains. The production, directed by ETO’s award-winning artistic associate Tim Yealland, features professional soloists alongside 21 local school children from St Andrews C of E Primary School who play a skulk of fox cubs and a chorus of trees. ETO’s production is the UK première of the full version of Tobias Picker’s adaptation of Roald Dahl short story, with a libretto by Donald Sturrock.
On 1 April, ETO presents a performance featuring two, one-hour long Puccini operas. These two short works, Il tabarro and Gianni Schicchi are Puccini’s most perfect and perfectly contrasting masterpieces. Il tabarro is a moody, grotesque thriller that takes place on barge in Paris and Gianni Schicchi, a sparkling Florentine comedy featuring popular tenor Nicholas Sherratt who last performed as Ernesto in Don Pasquale with ETO on their Spring 2010 tour.
Completing ETO’s Spring season in Crawley is La clemenza di Tito, a bold production of a rarely-performed masterpiece by Mozart. ETO has a proud history of presenting exceptional productions of Mozart at The Hawth, the last being The Marriage of Figaro in the spring of 2010. Bringing this colourful production to the Crawley is a cast of fearless singers, including Julia Riley (acclaimed in ETO’s past production of Anna Bolena) playing Sesto, who is torn between his loyality to the emperor Titus (Mark Wilde) and his love for Vitellia (Gillian Ramm).
James Conway, General Director of English Touring Opera, says “We had a splendid 2010, with big audiences and handsome shows in the spring, and a really distinctive season in the autumn. Our value-for-money approach and our real passion for opera set us apart. This hugely ambitious Spring tour of classical, verismo and new opera shows that we have no intention of cutting back on our real business – making extraordinary opera in ordinary places – whatever the economic weather.”
Beady Eye coming to the Brighton Centre
The Brighton Centre is delighted to announce that on Wednesday 27th April, BEADY EYE will perform at the venue.
The band (Liam Gallagher, Gem Archer, Andy Bell and Chris Sharrock) will be giving fans a first live taste of their premiere album in a series of concerts, which is proving to be one of the most hotly anticipated live debuts the UK has ever seen.
Supplemented by Matt Jones on keyboards and Jeff Wootton on bass this is not a performance to be missed.
Tickets are available at www.brightoncentre.co.uk
The band (Liam Gallagher, Gem Archer, Andy Bell and Chris Sharrock) will be giving fans a first live taste of their premiere album in a series of concerts, which is proving to be one of the most hotly anticipated live debuts the UK has ever seen.
Supplemented by Matt Jones on keyboards and Jeff Wootton on bass this is not a performance to be missed.
Tickets are available at www.brightoncentre.co.uk
Fabulous Desperate Hurstwives
Saturday 26th March 2011
FABULOUS DESPERATE HURSTWIVES
Come along for a great evening of entertainment in aid of the RNLI in Hurstpierpoint Village Centre on Saturday 26th March 2011 - doors open at 7.15pm. Tickets at £12.50 each include a Ploughman’s supper. There will be a licensed bar and a raffle with some lovely prizes. Tickets will be available from the Mint House, 94 High Street Hurstpierpoint (834443), Shafers, Keymer Road, Hassocks or any Committee Member – look out for posters nearer the time for full details. Please come along and support this worthy cause – and have a fun night out at the same time!
Jo Kaddish (Chairman Hurstpierpoint and District Branch)
01273 843857
FABULOUS DESPERATE HURSTWIVES
Come along for a great evening of entertainment in aid of the RNLI in Hurstpierpoint Village Centre on Saturday 26th March 2011 - doors open at 7.15pm. Tickets at £12.50 each include a Ploughman’s supper. There will be a licensed bar and a raffle with some lovely prizes. Tickets will be available from the Mint House, 94 High Street Hurstpierpoint (834443), Shafers, Keymer Road, Hassocks or any Committee Member – look out for posters nearer the time for full details. Please come along and support this worthy cause – and have a fun night out at the same time!
Jo Kaddish (Chairman Hurstpierpoint and District Branch)
01273 843857
Paws & Claws Spring Fair
Saturday 2nd April 10am - 12 noon
Adastra Hall, Hassocks
Paws & Claws Spring Fair
Lots of bargains on the stalls, refreshments also available.
Adastra Hall, Hassocks
Paws & Claws Spring Fair
Lots of bargains on the stalls, refreshments also available.
Sunday, 27 February 2011
Mid Sussex Association of the National Trust
3 March 2011
Wildlife of the Welsh Coast
by Ian Rumley Dawson
Clair Hall, 7.30pm
17 March 2011
Women of the Whitehouse
By Mark Perry Nash, 2.30pm Clair Hall
16 April 2011
Coffee Morning at URC Church Hall, Lindfield, 10am-12 noon
New members welcome. For more information please contact our Membership Secretary, Mrs Hazel Mortimore on 01444 457648.
Wildlife of the Welsh Coast
by Ian Rumley Dawson
Clair Hall, 7.30pm
17 March 2011
Women of the Whitehouse
By Mark Perry Nash, 2.30pm Clair Hall
16 April 2011
Coffee Morning at URC Church Hall, Lindfield, 10am-12 noon
New members welcome. For more information please contact our Membership Secretary, Mrs Hazel Mortimore on 01444 457648.
Photo Exhibition at Barnsgate Manor
Local Sussex photographer, Craig Williams, is holding a photographic exhibition at Barnsgate Manor. The event will showcase Craig’s recent work. The photos are all on the theme of Sussex.
The photographs cover subjects such as the Downs, Ashdown Forest and The Weald. Some of the photos have been included in Craig’s recent book “Glimpses of the Forest”. The exhibition will show case recent landscapes, wildlife and macro photography undertaken by Craig.
The event is being held from the 5th March to 12th March. Admission is free and the exhibition is open from 10am to 4pm. The venue is Barnsgate Manor, which can be found just off the A26 between Uckfield and Crowborough.
For more information, contact Craig Williams on 01825 712373 or via email: craigwilliamsphotos@gmail.com
The photographs cover subjects such as the Downs, Ashdown Forest and The Weald. Some of the photos have been included in Craig’s recent book “Glimpses of the Forest”. The exhibition will show case recent landscapes, wildlife and macro photography undertaken by Craig.
The event is being held from the 5th March to 12th March. Admission is free and the exhibition is open from 10am to 4pm. The venue is Barnsgate Manor, which can be found just off the A26 between Uckfield and Crowborough.
For more information, contact Craig Williams on 01825 712373 or via email: craigwilliamsphotos@gmail.com
Vintage Glamour on Lindfield's High Street
by Lisa de Silva
“Out there the world can be harsh and fast moving, but in here we’ve created an oasis of calm, where time can stand still.”
It is this philosophy that has inspired Inger and Peter Moss to revive The Toll House in Lindfield’s High Street, selling a beautiful range of vintage clothing, accessories, jewellery and homewares. “The whole experience of The Toll House is based on memories. It’s about remembering your mum, your grandmother, your childhood, all the memories that make people happy.”
Vintage is having a media moment, fired by the popularity of programmes like Mad Men and Downton Abbey. With many celebrities and socialites choosing to wear vintage over traditional designer styles, vintage clothing is now more accessible, more mainstream and more acceptable than ever before. While teenagers and younger people have always shopped for vintage pieces, many more of us are now coming to rely on vintage clothing to add style and individuality to our wardrobes.
“At one time the vintage market was polarised,” Inger explains. “There was the high-end designer dresses, often recycled by celebrities at the Oscars, and then there was jumble. Today, as vintage has become more mainstream, people are realising that you can get something in the middle, quality clothing which is unique, at prices which represent great value for money.”
It seems appropriate that such a retro shop is based in one of Lindfield’s oldest houses. The Toll House dates back to 1630 and is a charming building with a wonderful atmosphere. Visiting the shop is like walking around someone’s home and it has been beautifully styled with vintage shop fittings and mirrors. The stock is displayed in a series of rooms, one of which is a proper ‘dressing room’ and there is also a welcoming café.
Everything The Toll House sells is in pristine ‘as new’ condition. Inger sources her clothing and shoes from specialist vintage fairs in London and Brighton and has also built up relationships with a number of suppliers on the other side of the Atlantic, as the US is a great source of vintage clothing. Current stock includes a fantastic array of vintage day dresses, eveningwear, suits, coats and accessories, alongside some gorgeous footwear and a range of handbags, sourced by a specialist buyer who travels throughout Europe.
Vintage clothing is different. Wearing vintage is like wearing an haute couture original, as nobody else will have the same thing. What’s more, you usually get a quality that is rarely found these days, which means luxurious fabrics, hand finishing, unusual buttons, hand embroidery, handmade lace, crochet, appliqué and beading.
Vintage also offers fantastic value for money, giving you a distinctive style and if there’s a big social event coming up and you want to make a head-turning entrance in a slinky gown from the 1930s or a tailored suit from the 1950s, Inger is more than happy to source a touch of vintage glamour for you. In terms of fitting, The Toll House uses a local seamstress for alterations. Owing to the quality of the craftsmanship, many vintage items were made with generous seam allowances and hems, which allow for alterations to be made, meaning modern women can get a custom fit.
“You need to have an eye for vintage,” Inger tells me. “You have to see something in an auction or market and visualise how it could look once it’s been cleaned and presented in an attractive environment. All the team here have a talent for that and are passionate about vintage. I’ve been really lucky with the people around me. They have all helped to fill the shop with such wonderful things.”
These people include Charlotte and Anna who scour auctions and markets for the homewares room, which is full of nostalgic items such as crockery, glassware and cake stands, and Natalie who sources a treasure trove of vintage costume jewellery for The Toll House, hand selecting every piece from the four corners of the World.
Another essential member of the team is Maria who runs the café, also styled with a retro flair –
a lovely place to relax and meet friends. The café gives the shop another dimension. All the cakes are handmade by local people and customers love having their tea served in old-fashioned cups and saucers from a vintage teapot. It also incorporates a ‘men’s room’ with armchairs, where men can sit and enjoy a coffee while their partners shop, or browse the range of vintage cufflinks, hats and scarves on offer.
In the spring, Inger plans to launch a range of hats and handbags for special occasions. These products will be new and there will be the opportunity to dye them to match an outfit. Plans are afoot to convert a room at the top of the house into a salon where women can bring their outfit to try on with various hats and bags in a relaxed and informal setting.
Essentially though, The Toll House is all about vintage. Inger tells me that she loves changing people’s perceptions. “Often people come in thinking that vintage is not really their thing, but when they see the beauty and quality of the clothing and accessories, their horizons are broadened and they realise they can get a beautifully crafted one-off dress, which is as good as new, for a fraction of the price of a designer piece.”
The Toll House
56 High Street, Lindfield,
West Sussex RH16 2HL
Tel. 01444 482200
“Out there the world can be harsh and fast moving, but in here we’ve created an oasis of calm, where time can stand still.”
It is this philosophy that has inspired Inger and Peter Moss to revive The Toll House in Lindfield’s High Street, selling a beautiful range of vintage clothing, accessories, jewellery and homewares. “The whole experience of The Toll House is based on memories. It’s about remembering your mum, your grandmother, your childhood, all the memories that make people happy.”
Vintage is having a media moment, fired by the popularity of programmes like Mad Men and Downton Abbey. With many celebrities and socialites choosing to wear vintage over traditional designer styles, vintage clothing is now more accessible, more mainstream and more acceptable than ever before. While teenagers and younger people have always shopped for vintage pieces, many more of us are now coming to rely on vintage clothing to add style and individuality to our wardrobes.
“At one time the vintage market was polarised,” Inger explains. “There was the high-end designer dresses, often recycled by celebrities at the Oscars, and then there was jumble. Today, as vintage has become more mainstream, people are realising that you can get something in the middle, quality clothing which is unique, at prices which represent great value for money.”
It seems appropriate that such a retro shop is based in one of Lindfield’s oldest houses. The Toll House dates back to 1630 and is a charming building with a wonderful atmosphere. Visiting the shop is like walking around someone’s home and it has been beautifully styled with vintage shop fittings and mirrors. The stock is displayed in a series of rooms, one of which is a proper ‘dressing room’ and there is also a welcoming café.
Everything The Toll House sells is in pristine ‘as new’ condition. Inger sources her clothing and shoes from specialist vintage fairs in London and Brighton and has also built up relationships with a number of suppliers on the other side of the Atlantic, as the US is a great source of vintage clothing. Current stock includes a fantastic array of vintage day dresses, eveningwear, suits, coats and accessories, alongside some gorgeous footwear and a range of handbags, sourced by a specialist buyer who travels throughout Europe.
Vintage clothing is different. Wearing vintage is like wearing an haute couture original, as nobody else will have the same thing. What’s more, you usually get a quality that is rarely found these days, which means luxurious fabrics, hand finishing, unusual buttons, hand embroidery, handmade lace, crochet, appliqué and beading.
Vintage also offers fantastic value for money, giving you a distinctive style and if there’s a big social event coming up and you want to make a head-turning entrance in a slinky gown from the 1930s or a tailored suit from the 1950s, Inger is more than happy to source a touch of vintage glamour for you. In terms of fitting, The Toll House uses a local seamstress for alterations. Owing to the quality of the craftsmanship, many vintage items were made with generous seam allowances and hems, which allow for alterations to be made, meaning modern women can get a custom fit.
“You need to have an eye for vintage,” Inger tells me. “You have to see something in an auction or market and visualise how it could look once it’s been cleaned and presented in an attractive environment. All the team here have a talent for that and are passionate about vintage. I’ve been really lucky with the people around me. They have all helped to fill the shop with such wonderful things.”
These people include Charlotte and Anna who scour auctions and markets for the homewares room, which is full of nostalgic items such as crockery, glassware and cake stands, and Natalie who sources a treasure trove of vintage costume jewellery for The Toll House, hand selecting every piece from the four corners of the World.
Another essential member of the team is Maria who runs the café, also styled with a retro flair –
a lovely place to relax and meet friends. The café gives the shop another dimension. All the cakes are handmade by local people and customers love having their tea served in old-fashioned cups and saucers from a vintage teapot. It also incorporates a ‘men’s room’ with armchairs, where men can sit and enjoy a coffee while their partners shop, or browse the range of vintage cufflinks, hats and scarves on offer.
In the spring, Inger plans to launch a range of hats and handbags for special occasions. These products will be new and there will be the opportunity to dye them to match an outfit. Plans are afoot to convert a room at the top of the house into a salon where women can bring their outfit to try on with various hats and bags in a relaxed and informal setting.
Essentially though, The Toll House is all about vintage. Inger tells me that she loves changing people’s perceptions. “Often people come in thinking that vintage is not really their thing, but when they see the beauty and quality of the clothing and accessories, their horizons are broadened and they realise they can get a beautifully crafted one-off dress, which is as good as new, for a fraction of the price of a designer piece.”
The Toll House
56 High Street, Lindfield,
West Sussex RH16 2HL
Tel. 01444 482200
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Running for the hills?
by Nick Bartlett
In my (admittedly) distant youth, running was always considered a punishment, not a recreation.
At school, I recollect a bony-faced Scottish prefect (inevitably called Jock in those far-off, unenlightened times) who would marshal and cajole a motley array of obstreperous defaulters around a frigid cross-country course. The memory of scarlet faced, delinquent boys sobbing and vomiting at the finish line, while their relentless Caledonian tormenter broke the ice on a pond so he could have a quick reviving dip before setting off, granite-featured, for a solo second lap, will live long in the traumatised subconscious of all who witnessed it.
So when I meet Burgess Hill Runners Jan Lavis and Diane Delderfield, my first question must surely be: What manner of person runs for pleasure?
Burgess Hill Runners formed in 1993 and last year, under the banner of Run In England, they initiated a Beginners Group. They meet at Burgess Hill School for Girls on Wednesdays nights at 6.30pm.
Wednesday is also drill night down my fire station, so I have the perfect excuse not to go for a Fun Run (surely an oxymoron) myself. On arrival, I am greeted first by Liz Waite, one of the Beginners Group leaders, who says she won’t be running tonight. Aha, I think, my first skiver. “Well, it is cold and dark…,” I suggest, soothingly, “...and I am seven months pregnant,” she breaks in.
Jan arrives shortly after and talks me through the set-up. She has been running for 10 years and has completed many marathons and several ultra-marathons including the Dartmoor Discovery and Boddington 50K. She is passionate about encouraging people to take up running, and the Run In England initiative has enabled Burgess Hill Runners to offer beginners the chance to run in a safe, friendly and supportive environment. “And these are genuine beginners?” I press. “Absolutely, we’ve had several ladies over 60 join us. All standards are welcome. It is a true beginners running group so please don’t worry about being left behind. We will have fun and you will get fit – trust me.”
Because people who are unfit when they join improve at such a fast rate, the beginners group is split into two sub-groups: Beginners and Improvers. The established Burgess Hill Runners squad is also divided into two groups: Development for runners who may be returning from injury, are unfit or for whatever reason want a less intensive session and Performance for the rest. The ethos of the club is very inclusive; a broad church of abilities is catered for. The important thing is that it is varied and fun and mutually supportive.
Diane arrives carrying birthday cake. The Run in England beginners group is one year old tonight. Boldly they elected to start the group in bleak, dark, late November and not (the more obvious) warm, welcoming spring. At 18.28 there are only the four of us in the gym. “I hope someone else turns up,” mutters Jan. Her fears are groundless and in smart order another 25 people arrive and press into the room greeting one another. The atmosphere is cheery and welcoming.
Everyone is sensibly dressed in running kit and I notice myself getting some quizzical looks. Who’s the herbert in a West Sussex Fire & Rescue uniform? Perhaps he is doing a fire safety check on the building? I meet a young man only on his second week’s attendance and Sharon who has somehow press-ganged her entire family into joining. It being a special night some of the attendees are ex-beginners who have now progressed to the main club but have come early for games and cake and to show solidarity.
The Beginners Group has a fairly rapid turnover due to people stepping up a level, so the Runners are constantly on the lookout for fresh blood. “Do you run, Nick?” enquires Diane casually, eager to recruit even the most unpromising material. “Not so as you’d notice,” I reply smoothly, trying to deflect attention towards the warm-up taking place in the background. The group now sets off for the McDonalds car park. (Importantly, risk assessments are carried out before venturing anywhere and qualified first aiders are always in attendance.) They are trying to tempt me along to the very end but I plead my injured ankle and my prior engagement at the fire station. Still, if I can get a babysitter sorted for next week, I might volunteer the wife.
Burgess Hill Runners are obviously good, decent people who are doing a lot more than their fair share to confront the creeping obesity and diabetes time bomb that Britain, the most americanised of the European states, is going to have to face. Mainly though, people will continue to turn up and run with them because they are supportive and fun. And it’s nice when you stop.
Burgess Hill Runners meet on Wednesdays 18.30 (beginners) and 19.30 (advanced) at the Senior School gym, Burgess Hill School for Girls, Keymer Road, Burgess Hill. Call Jan Lavis on 07985 422333 (janlavis@btinternet.com) or Di Delderfield on 01444 480463 (diane.delderfield@rsml.co.uk) for more information. www.bhrunners.co.uk
Haven Centre, Crawley Down
Haven Centre & Brownies' Spring Craft Fair
Crawley Down
26th March 2011
Doors Open: 2pm - 4pm
Entrance: 50 pence per adult
Lots of Stalls with Gifts for those Special Occasions.
Refreshments Available 01342 716791/716437
Crawley Down
26th March 2011
Doors Open: 2pm - 4pm
Entrance: 50 pence per adult
Lots of Stalls with Gifts for those Special Occasions.
Refreshments Available 01342 716791/716437
Freedom Leisure and the weight loss guru launch “Freedom Lite”
Wherever you look, the weighty problem of the Nation’s growing obesity crisis is in the news. If you are one of the many men and women who have counted units, measured foods, calculated calories or undertaken fad diets you’ll appreciate how hard these regimes can be and, if you lose the weight, how tricky it can be keeping it off.
Best selling author, motivational speaker and weight loss guru, Pete Cohen believes the route to a fitter, healthier and slimmer you is by breaking existing bad habits and patterns of behaviour and learning techniques and skills which will alter your life for the long-term – not counting calories.
With a massive 42 percent of men and 32 percent of women in the UK overweight (with a BMI of 25 plus), and 24 per cent of men and 25 per cent of women tipping the scales into full-blown obesity (BMI 30 plus), this really is a cause for concern (Source: AXA PPP Healthcare 2011). Not-for-profit leisure trust, Freedom Leisure is launching its new Freedom Lite weight loss programme, developed by Pete Cohen, and invites people to attend the following free Freedom Lite event:
Tuesday 1st March
7.00 – 9.00pm
Martlets Hall, Civic Way, Burgess Hill.
On the evening guests will hear Pete Cohen speak first-hand about the new Freedom Lite programme which will be available at Freedom Leisure Centres across Sussex. There will be the opportunity to meet Freedom Lite Coaches and Personal Trainers, the GP referral team, and to have body stats tested.
The free event provides a great opportunity to find out about the Freedom Lite weight management programme, which is available at selected Freedom Leisure centres and now online. Whichever course participants select, they will receive support and guidance to help them make life-long changes and reach their individual goals. Both options cost £30 for Freedom Leisure members and £80 for non-members. The eight week centre-based course includes weekly sessions with a Freedom Lite coach, including 30 minutes of exercise. The online programme is supported with five one-on-one consultations and a whole community of fellow members.
1,000’s of people have achieved lasting results through the proven weight loss guru programme. In addition, Pete Cohen has worked with many sports stars including Ronnie O’Sullivan, Sally Gunnell and Ellen MacArthur so why not join the Freedom Lite team for a fun, informative evening which could set the people of Sussex on the road to a healthier lifestyle?
To sign up to attend email debbie.reed@freedomleisure.co.uk.
For further information on Freedom Lite visit
www.freedom-leisure.co.uk
Saturday, 26 February 2011
Albourne Harper & Eede
Ansty The Ansty Cross, Service Station
Balcombe The Cowdray, Balcombe Tea Rooms
Bolney Eight Bells, Bolney Stage, United Service Station
Bolnore Village Somerfield
Burgess Hill Burgess Financial Services, P & S Gallagher, Something Shiny, Waitrose, Olympos, Market Place Shopping Centre, Help Point, Munchies, LJ’s Café
North Chailey May Cottage Tea Rooms
South Chailey South Chailey Stores
Cooksbridge The Rainbow Inn, McBeans Orchids
Crawley Down Denture Care Centre, The Haven Centre
Cuckfield Reeves Pantry, Sparks Farm Shop, Wealden Stores, Co-Op
Ditchling Oaks Poultry Farm, Post Office
Ditchling Common The Royal Oak
East Chiltington The Jolly Sportsman
East Grinstead Sportsman Wine Bar, Waitrose, Chequer Mead Arts Centre, Sainsbury’s, Martells, East Grinstead Library, East Grinstead Museum, East Grinstead Station, Queen Victoria Hospital
Edburton Springs Smoked Salmon
Forest Row Co-Op, Social Club
Fulking Shepherd and Dog
Goddards Green The Sportsman
Handcross Handcross Hardware and Craft
Hassocks Budgens, Pavilion Electrics, Identity, Indigo, Hassocks Station
Haywards Heath Archies Sandwich Bar, Strands, Hair Passion, Sarah Lacey Dry Cleaning, Grape & Grain, Bewarm TV, Fox & Hounds, Kelly’s Attic, Sainsbury’s, Clair Hall, The Orchards Shopping Centre, Nuffield Health Hospital, Tile People, Pet & Garden Warehouse, Co-Op, Café Elvira (Borde Hill), O Delice, Antares Real Wood Floors, Tesco Express
Henfield Budgens, Stokes
Hickstead Shell Service Station, The Hickstead Hotel
Hurstpierpoint Co-Op, Janton News, The White Horse, Feathers, Washbrooks Farm
Keymer Keymer News, The Greyhound Inn
Lindfield Heart & Soul, Clough’s, Co-op, Glyn Thomas Butchers, Limes
Lingfield Costcutter, Merritt Management, Lingfield Station
Newick The Royal Oak, SVS Village Stores
Offham The Chalk Pit, Blacksmiths Arms
Plumpton The Plough, Half Moon, Plumpton Racecourse
Plumpton Green Village Store and Post Office
Poynings The Royal Oak, Rushfields Garden Centre
Pyecombe Pyecombe Golf Club, The Plough Inn, BP Service Station
Sayers Common The Duke of York
Scaynes Hill The Sloop Inn
Sheffield Park Bluebell Railway
Slaugham The Chequers
Small Dole Small Dole Stores and Post Office
Staplefield Jolly Tanners, The Victory Inn
Turners Hill Tulley’s Farm
Upper Beeding Post Office
West Hoathly The White Hart
Westmeston Middleton Common Farm
Wineham The Royal Oak
Wivelsfield The Cock Inn
Wivelsfield Green Post Office
Ansty The Ansty Cross, Service Station
Balcombe The Cowdray, Balcombe Tea Rooms
Bolney Eight Bells, Bolney Stage, United Service Station
Bolnore Village Somerfield
Burgess Hill Burgess Financial Services, P & S Gallagher, Something Shiny, Waitrose, Olympos, Market Place Shopping Centre, Help Point, Munchies, LJ’s Café
North Chailey May Cottage Tea Rooms
South Chailey South Chailey Stores
Cooksbridge The Rainbow Inn, McBeans Orchids
Crawley Down Denture Care Centre, The Haven Centre
Cuckfield Reeves Pantry, Sparks Farm Shop, Wealden Stores, Co-Op
Ditchling Oaks Poultry Farm, Post Office
Ditchling Common The Royal Oak
East Chiltington The Jolly Sportsman
East Grinstead Sportsman Wine Bar, Waitrose, Chequer Mead Arts Centre, Sainsbury’s, Martells, East Grinstead Library, East Grinstead Museum, East Grinstead Station, Queen Victoria Hospital
Edburton Springs Smoked Salmon
Forest Row Co-Op, Social Club
Fulking Shepherd and Dog
Goddards Green The Sportsman
Handcross Handcross Hardware and Craft
Hassocks Budgens, Pavilion Electrics, Identity, Indigo, Hassocks Station
Haywards Heath Archies Sandwich Bar, Strands, Hair Passion, Sarah Lacey Dry Cleaning, Grape & Grain, Bewarm TV, Fox & Hounds, Kelly’s Attic, Sainsbury’s, Clair Hall, The Orchards Shopping Centre, Nuffield Health Hospital, Tile People, Pet & Garden Warehouse, Co-Op, Café Elvira (Borde Hill), O Delice, Antares Real Wood Floors, Tesco Express
Henfield Budgens, Stokes
Hickstead Shell Service Station, The Hickstead Hotel
Hurstpierpoint Co-Op, Janton News, The White Horse, Feathers, Washbrooks Farm
Keymer Keymer News, The Greyhound Inn
Lindfield Heart & Soul, Clough’s, Co-op, Glyn Thomas Butchers, Limes
Lingfield Costcutter, Merritt Management, Lingfield Station
Newick The Royal Oak, SVS Village Stores
Offham The Chalk Pit, Blacksmiths Arms
Plumpton The Plough, Half Moon, Plumpton Racecourse
Plumpton Green Village Store and Post Office
Poynings The Royal Oak, Rushfields Garden Centre
Pyecombe Pyecombe Golf Club, The Plough Inn, BP Service Station
Sayers Common The Duke of York
Scaynes Hill The Sloop Inn
Sheffield Park Bluebell Railway
Slaugham The Chequers
Small Dole Small Dole Stores and Post Office
Staplefield Jolly Tanners, The Victory Inn
Turners Hill Tulley’s Farm
Upper Beeding Post Office
West Hoathly The White Hart
Westmeston Middleton Common Farm
Wineham The Royal Oak
Wivelsfield The Cock Inn
Wivelsfield Green Post Office
Luxury Gulet Cruise in Turkey
The beauty of a luxury Gulet cruise in Turkey, sometimes referred to as a Blue cruise is simply to enjoy the luxury of cruising in your privately chartered Gulet, along the wonderful Turkish Mediterranean and Aegean coast, also known as the Turkish Riviera, anchoring in new, unspoilt bays of your choice every day.
In the evenings, you will watch the sunset at sea, while the ship’s cook prepares a delicious Turkish dinner for you and your company. For those who don’t want just to relax, sporting activities like snorkeling, fishing, windsurfing etc off the Gulet are always available.
www.luxuryvillasturkey go to luxury gulet- Prences Funda or e mail liratur@superonline.com
www.luxuryvillasturkey go to luxury gulet- Prences Funda or e mail liratur@superonline.com
Sussex Health Care
Sussex Health Care offers a “different kind of care”. We provide residential and nursing care to people with long-term care conditions. Our services include care homes for people with neurological conditions and care homes and day centres for younger people with complex physical disabilities. We also provide residential care for elderly people and for people with dementia. All of our services provide 24hour nursing care with dedicated staff teams. We employ our own physiotherapy team and OT support. Our homes are equipped with the latest technological aid including track hoisting, hydro therapy rooms, and sensory rooms. Assistive technology is also available.
All our homes have:
Originally set up in 1985 with the acquisition of one residential home and has gradually expanded to its current size of 16 homes providing over 500 beds and is a leading provider of residential and nursing care in the Sussex area.
Sussex Health Care has been awarded accreditation and certification to ISO 9001:2000 with the health accreditation service, the Health Quality Service (HQS). These magnificent achievements are in addition to its existing accreditation for Investors in People Award and were runners up in the Sussex Business of the Year Award at the recent Sussex Business Awards ceremony. We work closely with PCT’s and health authorities and have a number of new services due to open this spring for younger people with complex health needs.
Through out our growth our philosophy has remained unchanged: to provide “Excellence in Care” in emotional, physical, spiritual and social care.
For information about current specialist care vacancies within the group please contact:
Corrine Wallace, Head of Operational Care Services on 01403 217338 or by e-mail at corrine.wallace@sussexhealthcare.co.uk
All our homes have:
- Highly trained Nurses and dedicated carers.
- Purpose-built facilities to offer the latest technology and therapies.
- Thoughtfully prepared meals using fresh local ingredients.
- A wide range of activities and education opportunities.
- Physiotherapy and Occupational therapists are employed.
Originally set up in 1985 with the acquisition of one residential home and has gradually expanded to its current size of 16 homes providing over 500 beds and is a leading provider of residential and nursing care in the Sussex area.
Sussex Health Care has been awarded accreditation and certification to ISO 9001:2000 with the health accreditation service, the Health Quality Service (HQS). These magnificent achievements are in addition to its existing accreditation for Investors in People Award and were runners up in the Sussex Business of the Year Award at the recent Sussex Business Awards ceremony. We work closely with PCT’s and health authorities and have a number of new services due to open this spring for younger people with complex health needs.
Through out our growth our philosophy has remained unchanged: to provide “Excellence in Care” in emotional, physical, spiritual and social care.
For information about current specialist care vacancies within the group please contact:
Corrine Wallace, Head of Operational Care Services on 01403 217338 or by e-mail at corrine.wallace@sussexhealthcare.co.uk
Midnight Tango at the Brighton Centre
Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace have dazzled television audiences for six series of the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing with their stunning Tango routines. Now they have created their own live show - Midnight Tango – a breathtaking evening bringing all the drama, sensuality and elegance of this most exciting of dance forms to life.
Set in a late night bar in downtown Buenos Aires and featuring some of the finest Tango dancers in the world, Midnight Tango, takes you on a journey into a heart of this intoxicating city. As danger and excitement, joy and jealousy, pain and passion all combine – this is a spectacular and explosive evening not to be missed!
To book tickets simply visit www.brightoncentre.co.uk
The Sussex Harmonisers
The Sussex Harmonisers, male Barbershop chorus, rehearse every Tuesday 7.30–10.15 pm at
St Paul’s Catholic College
Jane Murray Way
Burgess Hill
If you like to sing, you’ll find it fun to sing with us and you don’t have to be able to read music. New voices (Baritones and Tenors especially) are always welcome so just come along and see what goes on. Ring Brian Beglin on 01273 553102 for more details or take a look at our website:
www.sussexharmonisers.org.uk
St Paul’s Catholic College
Jane Murray Way
Burgess Hill
If you like to sing, you’ll find it fun to sing with us and you don’t have to be able to read music. New voices (Baritones and Tenors especially) are always welcome so just come along and see what goes on. Ring Brian Beglin on 01273 553102 for more details or take a look at our website:
www.sussexharmonisers.org.uk
News from Hammerwood Park, East Grinstead
Dear Friends
We survived the winter with snow-melt pouring through and interesting chaos of film companies including Cheryl Cole and a budget feature film about an inventor.
For many, the curse of the snow before Christmas was awful, but on the scale of Hammerwood, it's hell. One morning we noticed a wet patch on a floor, with puzzlement, and in the evening started the flood at 10pm as snow turned to ice and blocked a waterway on the roof. Thanks to the goodwill of our small band of helpers at that time of night, greater disasters were averted. During the coming 2 years, it's imperative to replace 100m of gutters. There are no grants, just us . . . and we thank you for whatever you are able to do.
It was rather appropriate that Cheryl Cole had done her Water video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umBmQo_jWO8 at Hammerwood. It sounds glamorous but even the music business is in recession! We also helped a budget feature film along its way . . .
http://www.martingooch.com/death.html about an inventor who invented a telephone to contact the dead . . .
David Pinnegar B.Sc. A.R.C.S.
Hammerwood Park
East Grinstead
West Sussex RH19 3QE - UK
Tel +44 1342 850594
We survived the winter with snow-melt pouring through and interesting chaos of film companies including Cheryl Cole and a budget feature film about an inventor.
For many, the curse of the snow before Christmas was awful, but on the scale of Hammerwood, it's hell. One morning we noticed a wet patch on a floor, with puzzlement, and in the evening started the flood at 10pm as snow turned to ice and blocked a waterway on the roof. Thanks to the goodwill of our small band of helpers at that time of night, greater disasters were averted. During the coming 2 years, it's imperative to replace 100m of gutters. There are no grants, just us . . . and we thank you for whatever you are able to do.
It was rather appropriate that Cheryl Cole had done her Water video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umBmQo_jWO8 at Hammerwood. It sounds glamorous but even the music business is in recession! We also helped a budget feature film along its way . . .
http://www.martingooch.com/death.html about an inventor who invented a telephone to contact the dead . . .
David Pinnegar B.Sc. A.R.C.S.
Hammerwood Park
East Grinstead
West Sussex RH19 3QE - UK
Tel +44 1342 850594
Wellbeing Fayre
Saturday 26th March 2011
Heathfield Community Centre
Sheepsetting Lane TN21 OXG
10.30am – 4.30pm
Admission £2.50 Charity Raffle
Heathfield Community Centre
Sheepsetting Lane TN21 OXG
10.30am – 4.30pm
Admission £2.50 Charity Raffle
Treatment Taster Sessions £5,
Massage, Shiatsu, Reflexology & many more
Crystals, Books, Jewellery, Tibetan gifts,
Salt Lamps, Health/Beauty Products, Cards,
Candles & lots more unusual gifts
01892 663895 01892 663895
01892 662720 01892 662720
Massage, Shiatsu, Reflexology & many more
Crystals, Books, Jewellery, Tibetan gifts,
Salt Lamps, Health/Beauty Products, Cards,
Candles & lots more unusual gifts
01892 663895 01892 663895
01892 662720 01892 662720
Friday, 25 February 2011
Wedding Fair at Newick Park
Wedding Fair
Newick Park
Sunday 27th February 2011
12pm -3pm
The whole hotel will be dedicated to the Open Day, allowing you to see how it could look for your special day. Enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne, whilst taking the opportunity to meet the florists, cake makers and other suppliers whom we consider to be the best in the area. The Hotel’s management will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and you will also be able to have a food consultation with our Head Chef.
Newick Park Newick
Nr Lewes East Sussex
BN8 4SB
01825 723633
booking@newickpark.co.uk
www.newickpark.co.uk
Newick Park
Sunday 27th February 2011
12pm -3pm
The whole hotel will be dedicated to the Open Day, allowing you to see how it could look for your special day. Enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne, whilst taking the opportunity to meet the florists, cake makers and other suppliers whom we consider to be the best in the area. The Hotel’s management will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and you will also be able to have a food consultation with our Head Chef.
Newick Park Newick
Nr Lewes East Sussex
BN8 4SB
01825 723633
booking@newickpark.co.uk
www.newickpark.co.uk
Table Top Sale: Haven Centre, Crawley Down
Table Top Sale at the Haven Centre, Crawley Down
Saturday 30th April 2011
Doors Open: 2pm to 4pm
Entrance: 30pence per Adult
Last Chance to buy those Bargains until September 2011!!
Don't Miss Out! Come & See Us
Refreshments Available
Tel: 01342716791/716437.
Saturday 30th April 2011
Doors Open: 2pm to 4pm
Entrance: 30pence per Adult
Last Chance to buy those Bargains until September 2011!!
Don't Miss Out! Come & See Us
Refreshments Available
Tel: 01342716791/716437.
West Hoathly Bowls Club: Centenary Celebrations
The First 100 Years ..........
In Autumn 1910, the idea of forming a bowls club in West Hoathly was first considered. One of the key men behind this was Mr N A Block who then lived at the Manor House. At that stage, there was no bowling green so Mr Block kindly allowed the newly formed club to play on the Manor House tennis courts. The first game was held in September 1911 and, although West Hoathly lost the game, it marked the start of a long history.
Soon, a number of fixtures were arranged with teams from far & wide in Sussex all of which had one common link and that was a railway station that provided transport to matches.
Home games continued to be played at the Manor House until the tennis courts were needed for more conventional use. A local landowner generously donated a new site and the first 4 rink green was constructed in 1934. An old cricket pavilion was acquired as a club house and both the green & the pavilion continued in use until 1982.
In the late 1970s and early 1980s, there was an influx of new members many of whom were involved in the building trades. With this expertise and not a little enthusiasm, the green was extended to 6 rinks and a new brick pavilion was built. Since then, the pavilion has been extended several times to its present size and it is considered to be one of the finest privately owned club facilities in Sussex.
In 2001, the bowling green was dug up and completely re-laid. This was a massive project undertaken by Club members themselves with the help of a JCB & driver. The cost of this was estimated at £60,000 but this was far beyond the Club’s own resources.
Grants totalling £16,000 were generously made by Sport for All, Mid Sussex District Council, West Hoathly Parish Council, the Mid Sussex Bowls League and Radio Mercury FM. The balance of the funding came from the Club’s own resources and its members together with a lot of free labour. The Club now boasts the very best in facilities both on and off the green.
The Present...
The Club is an integral part of the Village of West Hoathly with more than 90 playing members drawn from the Parish, Mid Sussex & surrounding areas. Each year there are more than 100 matches against clubs throughout Sussex & beyond.
The Club and its members enter many teams in County & National competitions. The Club is also a founder member of the Mid Sussex Bowls League where in 2010, we became Champions of both the Mid Sussex Premier League and the John Spriggs League.
The Club is active throughout the year and during the winter months has a very active social programme to fill in the gap between one outdoor season & the next.
Throughout its history, West Hoathly has been known for its laid-back attitude and its spirit of fair play. It is this that makes the Club a magnet for new & aspiring bowlers and enables it to maintain its membership levels whilst other clubs are struggling.
The Future...
In short, the Club plans more of the same with continuing investment in equipment & facilities and with the hope & belief that existing & new members will keep up the “West Hoathly” way.
New members are always made very welcome.
We can provide anyone wishing to try bowls with Free introductory sessions on our regular club roll ups. There are spare bowls to loan - just some flat soled shoes and you’re away.
Our Centenary...
September 2010 marked the start of our Centenary year. Just as in 1910, the first 6 months will be spent in planning our celebrations before we launch our programme of events in the Spring of 2011 when our outdoor season starts.
We will be hosting a number of Special Bowls Games:
Thursday 19th May v Bowls England
Tuesday 7th June v Mid Sussex League
Saturday 18th June v Southampton
Sunday 17th July v East Grinstead
Thursday 28th July v Sussex County
We like a good party at West Hoathly so there will be social events ranging from a formal celebration lunch for members through to a foot-stomping barn dance for the more sprightly amongst us.
Sponsors...
In order to commemorate the Centenary, we will be commissioning a special men's shirt & ladies top for us all to wear throughout the season.
We have been fortunate in receiving several generous Sponsorship contributions from the following:
The Bluebell Railway
The Cat inn
Bishops
Champain Financial Services
Gravetye
Keith Henderson
Kingscote Kennels
L J Edwards
Green Insurance
Harveys
Image Runner
Veenus Ltd/Bowling Tours
(and others to be announced)
www.westhoathlybowls.org.uk
In Autumn 1910, the idea of forming a bowls club in West Hoathly was first considered. One of the key men behind this was Mr N A Block who then lived at the Manor House. At that stage, there was no bowling green so Mr Block kindly allowed the newly formed club to play on the Manor House tennis courts. The first game was held in September 1911 and, although West Hoathly lost the game, it marked the start of a long history.
Soon, a number of fixtures were arranged with teams from far & wide in Sussex all of which had one common link and that was a railway station that provided transport to matches.
Home games continued to be played at the Manor House until the tennis courts were needed for more conventional use. A local landowner generously donated a new site and the first 4 rink green was constructed in 1934. An old cricket pavilion was acquired as a club house and both the green & the pavilion continued in use until 1982.
In the late 1970s and early 1980s, there was an influx of new members many of whom were involved in the building trades. With this expertise and not a little enthusiasm, the green was extended to 6 rinks and a new brick pavilion was built. Since then, the pavilion has been extended several times to its present size and it is considered to be one of the finest privately owned club facilities in Sussex.
In 2001, the bowling green was dug up and completely re-laid. This was a massive project undertaken by Club members themselves with the help of a JCB & driver. The cost of this was estimated at £60,000 but this was far beyond the Club’s own resources.
Grants totalling £16,000 were generously made by Sport for All, Mid Sussex District Council, West Hoathly Parish Council, the Mid Sussex Bowls League and Radio Mercury FM. The balance of the funding came from the Club’s own resources and its members together with a lot of free labour. The Club now boasts the very best in facilities both on and off the green.
The Present...
The Club is an integral part of the Village of West Hoathly with more than 90 playing members drawn from the Parish, Mid Sussex & surrounding areas. Each year there are more than 100 matches against clubs throughout Sussex & beyond.
The Club and its members enter many teams in County & National competitions. The Club is also a founder member of the Mid Sussex Bowls League where in 2010, we became Champions of both the Mid Sussex Premier League and the John Spriggs League.
The Club is active throughout the year and during the winter months has a very active social programme to fill in the gap between one outdoor season & the next.
Throughout its history, West Hoathly has been known for its laid-back attitude and its spirit of fair play. It is this that makes the Club a magnet for new & aspiring bowlers and enables it to maintain its membership levels whilst other clubs are struggling.
The Future...
In short, the Club plans more of the same with continuing investment in equipment & facilities and with the hope & belief that existing & new members will keep up the “West Hoathly” way.
New members are always made very welcome.
We can provide anyone wishing to try bowls with Free introductory sessions on our regular club roll ups. There are spare bowls to loan - just some flat soled shoes and you’re away.
Our Centenary...
September 2010 marked the start of our Centenary year. Just as in 1910, the first 6 months will be spent in planning our celebrations before we launch our programme of events in the Spring of 2011 when our outdoor season starts.
We will be hosting a number of Special Bowls Games:
Thursday 19th May v Bowls England
Tuesday 7th June v Mid Sussex League
Saturday 18th June v Southampton
Sunday 17th July v East Grinstead
Thursday 28th July v Sussex County
We like a good party at West Hoathly so there will be social events ranging from a formal celebration lunch for members through to a foot-stomping barn dance for the more sprightly amongst us.
Sponsors...
In order to commemorate the Centenary, we will be commissioning a special men's shirt & ladies top for us all to wear throughout the season.
We have been fortunate in receiving several generous Sponsorship contributions from the following:
The Bluebell Railway
The Cat inn
Bishops
Champain Financial Services
Gravetye
Keith Henderson
Kingscote Kennels
L J Edwards
Green Insurance
Harveys
Image Runner
Veenus Ltd/Bowling Tours
(and others to be announced)
www.westhoathlybowls.org.uk
Forest Row Jazz Club
Announcing the arrival of a great local jazz club which has been hosting the best of Sussex (and London) jazz since autumn 2010. See frojazzclub.moonfruit.comThere's a FB page too:http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_176828358993939
For more details speak to the organiser, Stuart Goodwin on stu.goodwin@gmail.com 07545 444374.
This Sunday 27th February, back from Brighton by popular request, SPIRIT
"We play passionate, original and accessible jazz fusion music. Our sound is rooted in the traditions of jazz but looks to the future of acoustic music, using unusual forms and contemporary harmonies. We are particularly influenced by the freewheeling energy and compositions of the great jazz bassist, Charlie Mingus."
Made up of:
Simon D’souza - Saxophones
Luke Rattenbury - Guitar
Nigel Thomas - Bass
Dave Trigwell - Drums
www.spiritjazz.co.uk
For more details speak to the organiser, Stuart Goodwin on stu.goodwin@gmail.com 07545 444374.
This Sunday 27th February, back from Brighton by popular request, SPIRIT
"We play passionate, original and accessible jazz fusion music. Our sound is rooted in the traditions of jazz but looks to the future of acoustic music, using unusual forms and contemporary harmonies. We are particularly influenced by the freewheeling energy and compositions of the great jazz bassist, Charlie Mingus."
Made up of:
Simon D’souza - Saxophones
Luke Rattenbury - Guitar
Nigel Thomas - Bass
Dave Trigwell - Drums
www.spiritjazz.co.uk
Cuckfield Local Market
Saturday 12 March, 10.00-13.00
Cuckfield Local Market. Talbot Inn, Cuckfield.
Monthly (2nd sat of every month) food market of local produce in the courtyard of the Talbot Inn. Come and buy some delicious local cheeses, game, fish, organic vegetables, apple juice, jams, chutneys, cakes, bread, meat, poultry and more. Bring along any of your own excess produce and swap it for something else on our exchange stall.
March Events at The Sportsman, Goddards Green
National Pie Week
Mon 7th March – Sunday 13th March
Celebrate the humble pie,
Glorious traditional pies available all week long!
Tuesday 8th March
Pancake Day – Let us do the flippin’
Pancake specials today for lunch & dinner
St Patricks Celebrations
Friday 18th March
Live Irish Band – The Cracklin’ Griffins from 830pm
Irish theme menu available between 6pm & 9pm
Book early on - 01444 233260
www.thesportsmanpub.com
Sportsman, Goddard Green, West Sussex, BN6 9LQ
Mon 7th March – Sunday 13th March
Celebrate the humble pie,
Glorious traditional pies available all week long!
Tuesday 8th March
Pancake Day – Let us do the flippin’
Pancake specials today for lunch & dinner
St Patricks Celebrations
Friday 18th March
Live Irish Band – The Cracklin’ Griffins from 830pm
Irish theme menu available between 6pm & 9pm
Book early on - 01444 233260
www.thesportsmanpub.com
Sportsman, Goddard Green, West Sussex, BN6 9LQ
Part-time courses at Plumpton College
1st March 2011 BHS Riding & Road Safety Exam: 8th March 2011
3rd March 2011 Homeopathy for Beginners at Netherfield
4th March 2010 WSET Novice to Professional Wine Course
5th March 2011 Lawns
10th March 2011 Lambing at Netherfield
11th March 2011 Improving Pastures for Better Returns at Netherfield
12th March 2011 Propagation
14th March 2011 The Practicalities of Growing Vegetables
14th March 2011 More About Meat Master Class at Netherfield
14th March 2011 Hakkasan 'standard' training day
15th March 2011 BHS Riding & Road Safety Exam: 22nd March 2011
15th - 16th March 2011 Pork Butchery at Netherfield
15th - 17th March 2011 Use of Chainsaw from Rope & Harness
17th March 2011 Sausage Making at Netherfield
17th March 2011 Production & Marketing of Fruit & Vegetables at Netherfield
18th March 2011 Post & Rail Fencing at Netherfield
18th March 2011 PA1
19th March 2011 Hand Tied Wedding Flowers
Part time courses
Plumpton College
t: 01273 890454
e: enquiries@plumpton.ac.uk
www.plumpton.ac.uk
3rd March 2011 Homeopathy for Beginners at Netherfield
4th March 2010 WSET Novice to Professional Wine Course
5th March 2011 Lawns
10th March 2011 Lambing at Netherfield
11th March 2011 Improving Pastures for Better Returns at Netherfield
12th March 2011 Propagation
14th March 2011 The Practicalities of Growing Vegetables
14th March 2011 More About Meat Master Class at Netherfield
14th March 2011 Hakkasan 'standard' training day
15th March 2011 BHS Riding & Road Safety Exam: 22nd March 2011
15th - 16th March 2011 Pork Butchery at Netherfield
15th - 17th March 2011 Use of Chainsaw from Rope & Harness
17th March 2011 Sausage Making at Netherfield
17th March 2011 Production & Marketing of Fruit & Vegetables at Netherfield
18th March 2011 Post & Rail Fencing at Netherfield
18th March 2011 PA1
19th March 2011 Hand Tied Wedding Flowers
Part time courses
Plumpton College
t: 01273 890454
e: enquiries@plumpton.ac.uk
www.plumpton.ac.uk
Suspiciously Elvis
Suspiciously Elvis
LIVE
Friday 8th April 2011
Hurstpierpoint Village Centre 8pm – 11pm
LIVE
Friday 8th April 2011
Hurstpierpoint Village Centre 8pm – 11pm
Tickets £12 each includes Clive Miller Beef Burger or Veggie Burger during the interval.
Bar + Raffle
Over 18’s
Tickets available from Maddy Dunckley
01273 833577 or 07714 159370
Email: maddydunckley@aol.com
Or Vanilla (40 High Street, Hurstpierpoint)
Hosted by The Hurstpierpoint Tennis Club
Thursday, 24 February 2011
Forest Row Choral Society Concert
Forest Row Choral Society will perform:
Mozart's C minor Mass
Holy Trinity Church, Forest Row
Saturday 16th April, 7.30 pm
Tickets £12 from Bullfrog, East Grinstead or Season's, Forest Row (and at the door).
There will be a small orchestra and the 4 soloists are from the Royal Academy of Music. The C minor Mass is a great favourite both for singers and audience: demanding, passionate and dazzling - especially the two soprano soloists. If you have not heard it before, now is your chance to see why so many people love singing and,with them, to witness live the genius of Mozart. An event not to be missed.
Contact Genia Bainbridge (01342 822791).
Mozart's C minor Mass
Holy Trinity Church, Forest Row
Saturday 16th April, 7.30 pm
Tickets £12 from Bullfrog, East Grinstead or Season's, Forest Row (and at the door).
There will be a small orchestra and the 4 soloists are from the Royal Academy of Music. The C minor Mass is a great favourite both for singers and audience: demanding, passionate and dazzling - especially the two soprano soloists. If you have not heard it before, now is your chance to see why so many people love singing and,with them, to witness live the genius of Mozart. An event not to be missed.
Contact Genia Bainbridge (01342 822791).
Hassocks WI
Hassocks WI:
Monday 21 March, 7.45pm
Adastra Hall, Hassocks
'Going green in Hassocks'
Contact Jackie Leslie for Hassocks WI on 01273 843690.
Monday 21 March, 7.45pm
Adastra Hall, Hassocks
'Going green in Hassocks'
Contact Jackie Leslie for Hassocks WI on 01273 843690.
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service News
West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service is reminding chip lovers to take care when they indulge in one of the nation's favourite foods during National Chip Week (21-27 February).
Almost 60% of all accidental house fires in the county are started in the kitchen and many are caused by unattended or careless cooking. Leaving a chip pan unattended for any length of time can have disastrous results as the oil can easily overheat and ignite.
This Saturday (26 February), as part of a campaign to promote safer cooking, West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service will be visiting Tescos in Bognor with their interactive information bus. Firefighters from Green Watch in Bognor will be on hand from 10am until 3pm at the supermarket on Shripney Rd for residents to talk through any home fire safety concerns. They will also be staging a special live demonstration to highlight how a pan fire can develop into a potentially lethal fire in a matter of moments if dealt with incorrectly.
"This week celebrates one of the nation's favourite foods," said Watch Manager Jon Etherington."But the smallest distraction when using a hot chip pan can lead to a devastating fire. Saturday is an opportunity for us to talk to the local community, not just about the dangers of cooking with hot oil, but how to stay fire safe in the kitchen and what to do in the event of a fire occurring in their home."
If you choose to deep fat fry your chips, West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service offer some simple fire safety tips that could help reduce the risk:
. Don't overfill a chip pan with oil - never fill it more than one-third full
. Be careful that it doesn't overheat - hot oil can catch fire easily
. Use a thermostat-controlled deep-fat fryer, which will make sure the fat won't get too hot
. Never throw water on a chip pan fire
. Don't cook if you are affected by tiredness or alcohol
. Don't take risks by tackling a fire yourself. Get out, stay out and call 999
. Make sure you have a smoke alarm fitted in your home and test it weekly
For free advice on fire safety contact West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service's Community Safety
team on 01243 642879 or visit www.westsussex.gov.uk/fire
Almost 60% of all accidental house fires in the county are started in the kitchen and many are caused by unattended or careless cooking. Leaving a chip pan unattended for any length of time can have disastrous results as the oil can easily overheat and ignite.
This Saturday (26 February), as part of a campaign to promote safer cooking, West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service will be visiting Tescos in Bognor with their interactive information bus. Firefighters from Green Watch in Bognor will be on hand from 10am until 3pm at the supermarket on Shripney Rd for residents to talk through any home fire safety concerns. They will also be staging a special live demonstration to highlight how a pan fire can develop into a potentially lethal fire in a matter of moments if dealt with incorrectly.
"This week celebrates one of the nation's favourite foods," said Watch Manager Jon Etherington."But the smallest distraction when using a hot chip pan can lead to a devastating fire. Saturday is an opportunity for us to talk to the local community, not just about the dangers of cooking with hot oil, but how to stay fire safe in the kitchen and what to do in the event of a fire occurring in their home."
If you choose to deep fat fry your chips, West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service offer some simple fire safety tips that could help reduce the risk:
. Don't overfill a chip pan with oil - never fill it more than one-third full
. Be careful that it doesn't overheat - hot oil can catch fire easily
. Use a thermostat-controlled deep-fat fryer, which will make sure the fat won't get too hot
. Never throw water on a chip pan fire
. Don't cook if you are affected by tiredness or alcohol
. Don't take risks by tackling a fire yourself. Get out, stay out and call 999
. Make sure you have a smoke alarm fitted in your home and test it weekly
For free advice on fire safety contact West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service's Community Safety
team on 01243 642879 or visit www.westsussex.gov.uk/fire
McIndoe Surgical Centre: East Grinstead residents want flatter tummies and smaller noses
McIndoe Surgical Centre hit the streets of East Grinstead before Christmas to find out what shoppers and members of the public felt about cosmetic surgery*. Guess what you all had to say!
A whopping 50% of you said you would like to have cosmetic surgery done yourselves and nearly half of this group wanted a flatter stomach with a tummy tuck operation. Breast enlargement came in second at 20% and a facelift would be a top choice for 12% of respondents.
When asked what you thought of TV shows like Embarrassing Bodies and The Ugly Face of Beauty, 34% of you find them interesting and 30% think they are fab! And like some of the patients on these shows, we asked if our survey takers would consider having more than one operation at once and just under a third replied that they would. Most of you said it was because it would mean only one round of anaesthetic.
Watch out if your nose is a little on the large side and you live in East Grinstead, apparently one in four of us would like our partners to have surgery with the most popular procedure being… you guessed it… nose re-shaping!!
Finally, we asked everyone who took part how important they felt the involvement of a dietician and food counsellor was in relation to weight loss surgery like gastric banding, but surprisingly only half of those polled felt that it was very important. With today’s focus on healthier lifestyles and eating habits this number will hopefully rise further as people become more aware of the benefits of a healthy diet and exercise regime.
For more information about any of the procedures mentioned here, or if you would like to know more about the results of this survey, please do not hesitate to contact me on the number above.
*survey conducted between 01/10/10 and 17/12/10. 50 people were interviewed.
A whopping 50% of you said you would like to have cosmetic surgery done yourselves and nearly half of this group wanted a flatter stomach with a tummy tuck operation. Breast enlargement came in second at 20% and a facelift would be a top choice for 12% of respondents.
When asked what you thought of TV shows like Embarrassing Bodies and The Ugly Face of Beauty, 34% of you find them interesting and 30% think they are fab! And like some of the patients on these shows, we asked if our survey takers would consider having more than one operation at once and just under a third replied that they would. Most of you said it was because it would mean only one round of anaesthetic.
Watch out if your nose is a little on the large side and you live in East Grinstead, apparently one in four of us would like our partners to have surgery with the most popular procedure being… you guessed it… nose re-shaping!!
Finally, we asked everyone who took part how important they felt the involvement of a dietician and food counsellor was in relation to weight loss surgery like gastric banding, but surprisingly only half of those polled felt that it was very important. With today’s focus on healthier lifestyles and eating habits this number will hopefully rise further as people become more aware of the benefits of a healthy diet and exercise regime.
For more information about any of the procedures mentioned here, or if you would like to know more about the results of this survey, please do not hesitate to contact me on the number above.
*survey conducted between 01/10/10 and 17/12/10. 50 people were interviewed.
Photo Opportunities at Park Cameras
by Nicola Hobbs
What do Park Cameras, Lance Armstrong and Dannii Minogue have in common? Apart from their award winning performances and devoted followers, all will be turning the big 4-0 this year.
Established in 1971 by Reg Atkins, Managing Director, Park Cameras have evolved into a national company whilst still maintaining strong local bonds. Originally a small camera shop in Burgess Hill, Park Cameras opened a second outlet in Haywards Heath in 2000 before relocating to their current purpose-built showroom on Victoria Business Park in Burgess Hill in 2008.
To say the showroom has been a success would be an understatement. Park Cameras boast customer nominated ‘Good Service Awards’, as well as trade awards from industry professionals, evidencing their high reputation in the photography world.
‘Brilliant customer service team’, ‘professional speedy service’, ‘the very best in everything’ – Park Cameras’ archive of testimonials from gratified clients are proof they retain the original values in their 40-year-old founding promise.
“We strive to provide all of our customers with the widest range of choice, supported by the very best customer service, underpinned by exceptional pricing and aftersales support,” says Mark Robinson, Marketing Manager.
And no sooner has the thrill of festive Christmas photography flashed past, Park Cameras have a New Year calendar packed full of exciting opportunities in recognition of their 40th anniversary. 2011 will set off with bespoke and unique offers, only available due to manufacturers’ high regard for the company.
A renowned camera brand will take precedence each month, with ‘Nikon month’, ‘Canon month’ and ‘Panasonic month’ being just a few of the brands that will be promoted over the year.
Their annual open day and Imaging Festival on 9th July will be bigger and better than ever before to mark their Ruby Anniversary. Camera clubs from across the South East, school children and everyone from the local community will be encouraged to get involved to experience the joys of photography and be inspired to become the next generation of camera users.
The 40th anniversary year will be full of ‘money-can’t-buy’ prizes. Through their close tie with the likes of Canon and Sony and other distinguished manufacturers, Park Cameras have special access to world-renowned photographers who will be offering competition winners master classes at exclusive events, such as Wimbledon.
Park Cameras are also running a Prize Pool as a 40th birthday present to their much appreciated customers. An entire imaging suite -– complete with digital camera, SLR lens, memory card, bag and accessories – will be winnable to mark the celebrations.
Park Cameras are determined to make 2011 a year to enjoy, advance and commemorate – a 40th birthday to remember. With a team of talented customer advisors, a bespoke range of cameras at unique prices, innovative photography courses and once-in-a-lifetime prizes, Park Cameras promise the opportunity for all to savour their banquet of cameras and delight in the flavours of photography.
Park Cameras
York Road, Victoria Business Park
Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 9TT
Tel. 01444 237070
www.parkcameras.com
To find out more about Park Cameras’ 40th celebrations visit www.parkcameras.com/40
What do Park Cameras, Lance Armstrong and Dannii Minogue have in common? Apart from their award winning performances and devoted followers, all will be turning the big 4-0 this year.
Established in 1971 by Reg Atkins, Managing Director, Park Cameras have evolved into a national company whilst still maintaining strong local bonds. Originally a small camera shop in Burgess Hill, Park Cameras opened a second outlet in Haywards Heath in 2000 before relocating to their current purpose-built showroom on Victoria Business Park in Burgess Hill in 2008.
To say the showroom has been a success would be an understatement. Park Cameras boast customer nominated ‘Good Service Awards’, as well as trade awards from industry professionals, evidencing their high reputation in the photography world.
‘Brilliant customer service team’, ‘professional speedy service’, ‘the very best in everything’ – Park Cameras’ archive of testimonials from gratified clients are proof they retain the original values in their 40-year-old founding promise.
“We strive to provide all of our customers with the widest range of choice, supported by the very best customer service, underpinned by exceptional pricing and aftersales support,” says Mark Robinson, Marketing Manager.
And no sooner has the thrill of festive Christmas photography flashed past, Park Cameras have a New Year calendar packed full of exciting opportunities in recognition of their 40th anniversary. 2011 will set off with bespoke and unique offers, only available due to manufacturers’ high regard for the company.
A renowned camera brand will take precedence each month, with ‘Nikon month’, ‘Canon month’ and ‘Panasonic month’ being just a few of the brands that will be promoted over the year.
Their annual open day and Imaging Festival on 9th July will be bigger and better than ever before to mark their Ruby Anniversary. Camera clubs from across the South East, school children and everyone from the local community will be encouraged to get involved to experience the joys of photography and be inspired to become the next generation of camera users.
The 40th anniversary year will be full of ‘money-can’t-buy’ prizes. Through their close tie with the likes of Canon and Sony and other distinguished manufacturers, Park Cameras have special access to world-renowned photographers who will be offering competition winners master classes at exclusive events, such as Wimbledon.
Park Cameras are also running a Prize Pool as a 40th birthday present to their much appreciated customers. An entire imaging suite -– complete with digital camera, SLR lens, memory card, bag and accessories – will be winnable to mark the celebrations.
Park Cameras are determined to make 2011 a year to enjoy, advance and commemorate – a 40th birthday to remember. With a team of talented customer advisors, a bespoke range of cameras at unique prices, innovative photography courses and once-in-a-lifetime prizes, Park Cameras promise the opportunity for all to savour their banquet of cameras and delight in the flavours of photography.
Park Cameras
York Road, Victoria Business Park
Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 9TT
Tel. 01444 237070
www.parkcameras.com
To find out more about Park Cameras’ 40th celebrations visit www.parkcameras.com/40
Burgess Hill Fairtrade Festival 2011
Sat 26th Feb
Rock for Fairtrade
The Last Carnival
The Crossroads Band UK
After the Fire
7.30pm-10.30pm
Martlets Hall
Burgess Hill RH15 9NN
Tickets £10 each or 4 for £30
01444 242888
Rock for Fairtrade
The Last Carnival
The Crossroads Band UK
After the Fire
7.30pm-10.30pm
Martlets Hall
Burgess Hill RH15 9NN
Tickets £10 each or 4 for £30
01444 242888
A History of the South Downs
Friday 18 March
Ashdown Rambling Club's Sybil Martin Memorial Event at The Meridian Hall, East Court, East Grinstead.
"A History of The South Downs" An illustrated talk by David Sawyer, Vice Chairman of The South Downs Society.
Doors open at 7.30pm. Free admission to Club members, non- members £2. Refreshments included.
For more information please email barrtim_lesley@hotmail.com or call 01342 321842.
Ashdown Rambling Club's Sybil Martin Memorial Event at The Meridian Hall, East Court, East Grinstead.
"A History of The South Downs" An illustrated talk by David Sawyer, Vice Chairman of The South Downs Society.
Doors open at 7.30pm. Free admission to Club members, non- members £2. Refreshments included.
For more information please email barrtim_lesley@hotmail.com or call 01342 321842.
Wednesday, 23 February 2011
The Great Cuckfield Debate
Friday 15th April, 8pm
Queens Hall, Cuckfield
The Great Cuckfield Debate: Is Cuckfield a Town or a Village?
The motions will be proposed by Nicholas Soames and Stephen Cockburn and seconded by two sixth formers. Organised by the Parish Council, this is a strictly non-political event with the aim of stimulating interest in the Parish Council elections to be held on 5th May. Friday, 15th April, 8 pm at the Queen's Hall Tickets £10 each to include a ploughmans supper. Tickets available from the Parish Council office (numbers limited to 100) Licensed Bar All proceeds to the Independent State of Cuckfield.
Queens Hall, Cuckfield
The Great Cuckfield Debate: Is Cuckfield a Town or a Village?
The motions will be proposed by Nicholas Soames and Stephen Cockburn and seconded by two sixth formers. Organised by the Parish Council, this is a strictly non-political event with the aim of stimulating interest in the Parish Council elections to be held on 5th May. Friday, 15th April, 8 pm at the Queen's Hall Tickets £10 each to include a ploughmans supper. Tickets available from the Parish Council office (numbers limited to 100) Licensed Bar All proceeds to the Independent State of Cuckfield.
The music of Queen at Borde Hill Garden
IML returns to Borde Hill Garden on the 13th of August 2011 with The Music of Queen- Rock & Symphonic Spectacular.
Events at McIndoe Surgical Centre, East Grinstead
Tuesday 8 March
Gastric Banding – Complimentary Consultations. McIndoe Surgical Centre, Holtye Road, East Grinstead.
To find out more about Gastric Banding at McIndoe Surgical Centre take advantage of our complimentary consultations with an experienced Bariatric Surgeon. To reserve your space please contact our Helpline on 0800 917 4922 or go online and book at www.mcindoesurgical.co.uk – events page.
Thursday 10 March
Cosmetic Surgery Open Evening. McIndoe Surgical Centre, Holtye Road, East Grinstead.
McIndoe Surgical Centre is a specialist hospital for plastic surgery. A great environment to come along and find out about a variety of cosmetic procedures. All events are free to attend and hosted by a Plastic Surgeon. To reserve your space please contact our Helpline on 0800 917 4922 or go online and book at www.mcindoesurgical.co.uk – events page.
Tuesday 22 March
Gastric Banding – Complimentary Consultations. McIndoe Surgical Centre, Holtye Road, East Grinstead.
To find out more about Gastric Banding at McIndoe Surgical Centre take advantage of our complimentary consultations with an experienced Bariatric Surgeon. To reserve your space please contact our Helpline on 0800 917 4922 or go online and book at www.mcindoesurgical.co.uk – events page.
Gastric Banding – Complimentary Consultations. McIndoe Surgical Centre, Holtye Road, East Grinstead.
To find out more about Gastric Banding at McIndoe Surgical Centre take advantage of our complimentary consultations with an experienced Bariatric Surgeon. To reserve your space please contact our Helpline on 0800 917 4922 or go online and book at www.mcindoesurgical.co.uk – events page.
Thursday 10 March
Cosmetic Surgery Open Evening. McIndoe Surgical Centre, Holtye Road, East Grinstead.
McIndoe Surgical Centre is a specialist hospital for plastic surgery. A great environment to come along and find out about a variety of cosmetic procedures. All events are free to attend and hosted by a Plastic Surgeon. To reserve your space please contact our Helpline on 0800 917 4922 or go online and book at www.mcindoesurgical.co.uk – events page.
Tuesday 22 March
Gastric Banding – Complimentary Consultations. McIndoe Surgical Centre, Holtye Road, East Grinstead.
To find out more about Gastric Banding at McIndoe Surgical Centre take advantage of our complimentary consultations with an experienced Bariatric Surgeon. To reserve your space please contact our Helpline on 0800 917 4922 or go online and book at www.mcindoesurgical.co.uk – events page.
JoJo Boutique
JoJo Boutique raised just over £10,000 for various charities during 2010 which is a staggering amount: The boutique lent £250 through Lend with CARE, to help a small boutique in TOGO.
Jo Dennis, owner of JoJo Boutique, said "I think this way of giving is new and innovative making a difference - by supporting entrepreneurs around the globe you will make a direct and beneficial impact within the community as well as getting your money back in monthly instalments - its the win-win scenario I like".
68 Children in two schools in northern India are in full time education thanks to the boutique, a tribe in Niger and another in Bolivia were grateful for JoJo Boutique buying jewellery and scarfs and giving them enough money to feed themselves for a month.
The boutique has photo shoots every quarter using LOVELY LOCAL LADIES and the last two shoots the models showed off the collections at Jeremy's Restaurant in June and at Ockenden Manor in October to raise an additional £7,000 for the NSPCC and Breast Cancer Care.
Jo Dennis said: "The next fashion show will be an evening event at Jeremy's Restaurant on 26th May 2011. Tickets will be £65 which includes a donation and a 3 course dinner, fashion show and a bit of Bollywood magic; the beneficiary will be CARE International raising money for children in India and I hope we will be able to raise a significant amount to really make a difference and give them hope for a better future."
To book your tickets contact ward@careinternational.org
Jo Dennis, owner of JoJo Boutique, said "I think this way of giving is new and innovative making a difference - by supporting entrepreneurs around the globe you will make a direct and beneficial impact within the community as well as getting your money back in monthly instalments - its the win-win scenario I like".
68 Children in two schools in northern India are in full time education thanks to the boutique, a tribe in Niger and another in Bolivia were grateful for JoJo Boutique buying jewellery and scarfs and giving them enough money to feed themselves for a month.
The boutique has photo shoots every quarter using LOVELY LOCAL LADIES and the last two shoots the models showed off the collections at Jeremy's Restaurant in June and at Ockenden Manor in October to raise an additional £7,000 for the NSPCC and Breast Cancer Care.
Jo Dennis said: "The next fashion show will be an evening event at Jeremy's Restaurant on 26th May 2011. Tickets will be £65 which includes a donation and a 3 course dinner, fashion show and a bit of Bollywood magic; the beneficiary will be CARE International raising money for children in India and I hope we will be able to raise a significant amount to really make a difference and give them hope for a better future."
To book your tickets contact ward@careinternational.org
Top of the World in Hassocks
Friday/Saturday 25th/26th February
'Top of the World' at the Adastra Hall in Hassocks on Friday 25th February at 7.30p.m. and Saturday 26th at 2p.m. Local Concert Party, 'Friends and Neighbours' present song, dance and your very own sing-a-longs with advance tickets at £4 each going on sale on Monday 14th February at Pavilion Electrics in Keymer Road, Hassocks or by ringing 01273 845291. Please join us in what will be our our 34th year of entertaining locally.
Over those years we have donated thousands of pounds to local Groups; various Charities, Medical and otherwise and in 2009 gave £500 to our local Health Centre for them to purchase a notice board for the Children's area and monies towards the new chairs - how posh they look do they not!! Last year we donated £500 to the Hurst and Hassocks Medical Responders and £100 to the 'Talkabout on Tape' – all this made possible by the generosity of our audiences at our February shows so please come along and support us on the 25th or 26th. We look forward to seeing you there.
'Top of the World' at the Adastra Hall in Hassocks on Friday 25th February at 7.30p.m. and Saturday 26th at 2p.m. Local Concert Party, 'Friends and Neighbours' present song, dance and your very own sing-a-longs with advance tickets at £4 each going on sale on Monday 14th February at Pavilion Electrics in Keymer Road, Hassocks or by ringing 01273 845291. Please join us in what will be our our 34th year of entertaining locally.
Over those years we have donated thousands of pounds to local Groups; various Charities, Medical and otherwise and in 2009 gave £500 to our local Health Centre for them to purchase a notice board for the Children's area and monies towards the new chairs - how posh they look do they not!! Last year we donated £500 to the Hurst and Hassocks Medical Responders and £100 to the 'Talkabout on Tape' – all this made possible by the generosity of our audiences at our February shows so please come along and support us on the 25th or 26th. We look forward to seeing you there.
Murder Mystery Night
Murder Mystery Night
Saturday 19th March
7:00pm to 11:00pm
Best Western Birch Hotel
Lewes Rd, Haywards Heath, RH17 7SF
3 courses £32.00 per person. Why not stay the night for £28 per person B&B – rate only available if you are attending the event.
Best Western Birch Hotel
Lewes Road, Haywards Heath,
West Sussex, RH17 7SF
Web: - www.bw-birchhotel.co.uk
Main Switch Board: - 01444 451 565
Saturday 19th March
7:00pm to 11:00pm
Best Western Birch Hotel
Lewes Rd, Haywards Heath, RH17 7SF
3 courses £32.00 per person. Why not stay the night for £28 per person B&B – rate only available if you are attending the event.
Best Western Birch Hotel
Lewes Road, Haywards Heath,
West Sussex, RH17 7SF
Web: - www.bw-birchhotel.co.uk
Main Switch Board: - 01444 451 565
Mid Sussex District Council News: Responsible dog owners praised with prizes
As part of Mid Sussex District Council’s education campaign to inform dog owners of the new Dog Control Orders, which are being introduced in Mid Sussex, the Council’s Park Rangers Team is running a free prize draw.
Dog owners who display a sticker in their car window that depicts a cartoon dog with the words ‘Cleaner Spaces, Better Places’ are being entered into a free prize draw. The Park Rangers will be looking out for cars displaying the stickers over the next six months and each month three winners will be announced.
The winners will receive free dog related prizes which have been kindly donated by Bodle Brothers (Cuckfield Road, Burgess Hill), Pierpoint Pet Supplies (High Street, Hurstpierpoint), South Downs Nurseries (Brighton Road, Hassocks), Hassocks Pet Centre (Keymer Road, Hassocks), Pets Corner (South Road, Haywards Heath) and Mid Sussex District Council.
The first lucky winners for January are Kathy Burt from Hassocks, Sandy Osbourne from Haywards Heath and Debbie Fillery from Crawley Down.
The car stickers, along with a leaflet explaining the Dog Control Order Legislation, are being given out by the Park Rangers when on patrol throughout the district. Stickers and leaflets are also available from most pet shops and veterinary surgeries in the district. You can also request them by contacting the Park Rangers Team on 01444 477561 or emailing Rangers@midsussex.gov.uk. More information on the competition and the Dog Control Order legislation is available at www.midsussex.gov.uk/dogfouling.
“It is right that people should be praised and rewarded for doing the right thing,” said Councillor Pru Moore, Cabinet Member for Leisure and Sustainability. “This is an important issue and I am grateful to all those responsible dog owners who aim to keep our open spaces clean and safe. To the offending dog owners who do not clear up after their pets, I hope that they are taking note of what will happen if they continue in their selfish way.”
“The idea of the competition is to encourage responsible dog ownership. It will also help Council Officers, when patrolling sites, because if we see cars with the sticker already on display in the car park, we know that the dog owner will already have received a leaflet explaining the new legislation,” said Emily Oakden, South Area Ranger at Mid Sussex District Council.
Tuesday, 22 February 2011
News from Plumpton Racecourse
The Seagulls come racing at Plumpton to raise money for Albion in the Community!
For the first time in the charity's history, Albion in the Community (AITC) is going racing, at the idyllic setting of Plumpton Racecourse,
Monday 28th February is Albion in the Community Raceday. Albion in the Community (AITC) is the charitable arm of Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club. Their aim is to become one of the country’s leading community schemes by pushing the boundaries of what is possible through the power of football to improve and make a difference to people’s lives.
Racegoers can support disadvantaged people in the local community by buying a raffle ticket, and booking a place for the charity lunch and auction for only £75 per person. The package includes racecourse admission badge and VIP parking, champagne reception, three course lunch, half bottle of wine and afternoon tea. To book for this very special event, please call the Racecourse Office on 01273 890383.
A number of Albion legends and current Seagulls players will be in attendance and available for signings. Racegoers travelling from Brighton enjoy a special non-stop bus service running from Brighton station leaving at 12.50pm. Train-travellers enjoy a short walk to the course from the adjacent Plumpton train station, and free parking is also available on the racecourse.
Tickets are available for purchase on the day for £16 for Adults, £11 for Seniors (on production of photo ID), and accompanied children under 18 are Free. The gates open at 12 noon, with the first of 7 races off at 2.20pm. Full details can be found at www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk, or by calling the Racecourse Office on 01273 890383.
For the first time in the charity's history, Albion in the Community (AITC) is going racing, at the idyllic setting of Plumpton Racecourse,
Monday 28th February is Albion in the Community Raceday. Albion in the Community (AITC) is the charitable arm of Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club. Their aim is to become one of the country’s leading community schemes by pushing the boundaries of what is possible through the power of football to improve and make a difference to people’s lives.
Racegoers can support disadvantaged people in the local community by buying a raffle ticket, and booking a place for the charity lunch and auction for only £75 per person. The package includes racecourse admission badge and VIP parking, champagne reception, three course lunch, half bottle of wine and afternoon tea. To book for this very special event, please call the Racecourse Office on 01273 890383.
A number of Albion legends and current Seagulls players will be in attendance and available for signings. Racegoers travelling from Brighton enjoy a special non-stop bus service running from Brighton station leaving at 12.50pm. Train-travellers enjoy a short walk to the course from the adjacent Plumpton train station, and free parking is also available on the racecourse.
Tickets are available for purchase on the day for £16 for Adults, £11 for Seniors (on production of photo ID), and accompanied children under 18 are Free. The gates open at 12 noon, with the first of 7 races off at 2.20pm. Full details can be found at www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk, or by calling the Racecourse Office on 01273 890383.
Martlets Hospice Will Writing Week
Bookings Open For Martlets Hospice Will Writing Week 7 to 11 March 2011
Never made a Will? Or perhaps yours needs updating? It’s something that so many people put off. No one likes to think too much about the inevitable.
But when the time comes, it will be one less burden for a grieving family if all your affairs are in order. It means, too, that they will be clear about your wishes.
If you have always meant to do something about your Will, then now is the time, and you can support the Martlets Hospice too.
The Martlets Hospice Will Writing Week runs from March 7 to 11. Twenty-three solicitors and Will writers will be offering appointments in return for a donation to the Martlets. Suggested sums are £75 for an updating codicil, £110 for a single Will and £150 for a joint Will, much lower than the normal fees for these services.
Gary Moyle, Legacy Officer at the Martlets, said: “This is a really good opportunity to make or update your Will and support the Martlets. We hope too that some people will think about leaving a gift to the Martlets because we are dependent on gifts made in Wills for around a quarter of our income.
Using a professional Will writer ensures that your wishes will be carried out and the people and causes you care about will be remembered as you intend. Wills should be updated following significant family events such as marriage, civil partnership or the birth of children.”
Bookings for Will Writing Week appointments can be made only between 21 February and 4 March. To find out more call Gary Moyle Legacy Officer at The Martlets Hospice on 01273 747455 or email him at gary.moyle@themartletshospice.co.uk
Never made a Will? Or perhaps yours needs updating? It’s something that so many people put off. No one likes to think too much about the inevitable.
But when the time comes, it will be one less burden for a grieving family if all your affairs are in order. It means, too, that they will be clear about your wishes.
If you have always meant to do something about your Will, then now is the time, and you can support the Martlets Hospice too.
The Martlets Hospice Will Writing Week runs from March 7 to 11. Twenty-three solicitors and Will writers will be offering appointments in return for a donation to the Martlets. Suggested sums are £75 for an updating codicil, £110 for a single Will and £150 for a joint Will, much lower than the normal fees for these services.
Gary Moyle, Legacy Officer at the Martlets, said: “This is a really good opportunity to make or update your Will and support the Martlets. We hope too that some people will think about leaving a gift to the Martlets because we are dependent on gifts made in Wills for around a quarter of our income.
Using a professional Will writer ensures that your wishes will be carried out and the people and causes you care about will be remembered as you intend. Wills should be updated following significant family events such as marriage, civil partnership or the birth of children.”
Bookings for Will Writing Week appointments can be made only between 21 February and 4 March. To find out more call Gary Moyle Legacy Officer at The Martlets Hospice on 01273 747455 or email him at gary.moyle@themartletshospice.co.uk
Lingfield Park: Horses and tickets going fast...
Saturday 26th February will see the final of the Blue Square Sprint Series at Lingfield Park. After seven gruelling rounds of qualifying held here on every Saturday since the start of the year, the horses who have accumulated the most points in the rounds will line up to contest the final and compete for their share of a £15,000 prize pot. There will also be a special Blue Square award for the jockey and trainer with the most points.
Furthermore Gary Witheford, one of the top horse whisperers in the world, will also be appearing on Saturday. Back by popular demand, Gary will once again be demonstrating his unique skills in communicating with a young horse. He’ll talk us through how he introduces them to wearing a saddle and bridle for the first time before finally lifting a jockey onto it’s back. It’s a fascinating journey that Gary will share with us and all in under 30 minutes.
Paul Shrimpton, Managing Director, says “it’s the first big race meeting of the year at Lingfield Park and it should prove to be an exciting showcase. The Blue Square Sprint Final is sure to be competitive as the leader boards have been tight throughout the qualifying whilst Gary Witheford’s display is fascinating to both those who are experienced horse people and those who aren’t. He makes it look very simple yet magical and it’s definitely not to be missed.”
Tickets for this event are on sale now. Purchased before 5pm on Wednesday 23rd February, adult tickets are just £13.50 (£15 on the gate). Concessions are available on the day for over 60’s and students upon proof of status whilst accompanied children aged under 18 are admitted free of charge.
The first race is currently scheduled for 1.40pm and a full card of competitive flat racing is planned. Gary Witheford’s demonstration will take place prior to racing so get here early.
Go to Lingfieldpark.co.uk for details or call 01342 834 800. Join us, you’re welcome!
Furthermore Gary Witheford, one of the top horse whisperers in the world, will also be appearing on Saturday. Back by popular demand, Gary will once again be demonstrating his unique skills in communicating with a young horse. He’ll talk us through how he introduces them to wearing a saddle and bridle for the first time before finally lifting a jockey onto it’s back. It’s a fascinating journey that Gary will share with us and all in under 30 minutes.
Paul Shrimpton, Managing Director, says “it’s the first big race meeting of the year at Lingfield Park and it should prove to be an exciting showcase. The Blue Square Sprint Final is sure to be competitive as the leader boards have been tight throughout the qualifying whilst Gary Witheford’s display is fascinating to both those who are experienced horse people and those who aren’t. He makes it look very simple yet magical and it’s definitely not to be missed.”
Tickets for this event are on sale now. Purchased before 5pm on Wednesday 23rd February, adult tickets are just £13.50 (£15 on the gate). Concessions are available on the day for over 60’s and students upon proof of status whilst accompanied children aged under 18 are admitted free of charge.
The first race is currently scheduled for 1.40pm and a full card of competitive flat racing is planned. Gary Witheford’s demonstration will take place prior to racing so get here early.
Go to Lingfieldpark.co.uk for details or call 01342 834 800. Join us, you’re welcome!
Fine Furnishings: Heirlooms in the making
I love interviewing enthusiasts and especially when they’re experts in their field, so imagine how much
I enjoyed talking with Andy Walters.
Andy is the owner of Fine Furnishings of Lindfield and what he doesn’t know about sofas, chairs, beds and furnishings in general probably hasn’t been written yet. And he loves his work. We were sitting very comfortably in the large showroom positioned immediately above the workshops of Fine Furnishings’ premises in the Lindfield Enterprise business park. That prompted my first question. “Why aren’t you positioned on a High Street somewhere, attracting passers-by through the front door?” Andy gestured expansively around us at the sofas, chairs, fabrics, beds, and cushions and asked rhetorically: “How much do you think a High Street rent might be, bearing in mind that this is a very large showroom, the workshops are underneath us and my customers are always keen to see where their furniture is built?” He went on, “by keeping our overheads down, we can deliver really good value for money – as any of our customers will tell you.”
It was a good point, especially since Fine Furnishings isn’t competing with the High Street’s big brand names, because every single piece of elegant, traditional furniture that leaves Andy’s store is hand-built for a specific client, and it’s been designed to meet that client’s specific requirements.
As a customer, you are welcomed into the showroom and can spend as long as you want browsing amongst the wide range of classical designs. Knowledgeable advice is available should you need it, but you certainly won’t be pestered by pushy salespeople. When you’ve found the sofa or sofas you like, you can sit down with Andy or one of his team and begin to specify exactly how you’d like it set up. A little higher perhaps? Maybe different feet or a deeper seat? How about a couple of inches longer? And, much to my surprise, I discovered that any structural changes the client requests are completely free!
Incidentally, if you’re trying to work out the size and shape of the sofa you need, Andy’s top tip is to use newspaper sheets to work it out. Simply lay the approximate shape out on the floor of the room and then shuffle the newspaper around, resizing it as necessary, until you have exactly the measurements that you need.
Looking round the showroom, I said “surely it’s a bit daunting being faced with such a vast choice?” I was thinking of not just the furniture itself, but all the fabrics and patterns available – there are over 300 pattern books for example. “It can be,” replied Andy “but that’s why I’m here. And you’d be surprised at how quickly we can narrow down the likely choices, once you’ve indicated the basic shape you’d like. Of course the fabric that you select is just as important as the design you’ve chosen, so we go to some lengths to make sure you’ve got the right one. For instance, we’ll give you a couple of the most likely sample books to take home, and when you’ve chosen two or three, we’ll order in much bigger samples, typically a couple of feet square, so that you can live with them for a bit before making your final choice.” Choice is the key word here because the materials available include wool, velvet, linen and chenille and they come in every shade and pattern imaginable. Currently fashionable are the velvety, tactile materials in rich, plummy colours. All the sofas have five different seat options using feather, fibre and foam fillings. And the huge range of Fine Furnishings own sofas and chairs is complemented by the Staples range of hand-made high quality beds.
Like everybody who visits the showroom, I had come through the workshops where the Fine Furnishing craftsmen were busy upholstering and re-upholstering sofas and chairs. Theirs is a highly skilled occupation and many customers like to see them at work, so making the workshops an integral part of the Fine Furnishings experience is much appreciated and, of course, it serves to demonstrate that ‘hand-built’ means exactly what it says. Much of the company’s enviable reputation has been created by the quality of the work produced by these craftsmen.
Re-upholstering furniture is an important aspect of the business and the team will always advise on whether or not re-upholstery is a viable option for old furniture. As Andy says: “If there’s a strong, solid wood frame and good springing, then the piece is probably worth restoring. We love breathing new life into a piece that’s past its best, but if it’s been constructed from softwood and webbing then you might as well spend the money on replacing it with something that’s going to last for years. Especially when you remember that we give a 10 year guarantee on everything we make.”
Personal service, high quality workmanship, lengthy guarantees and excellent value for money all put Fine Furnishings into a class of their own in today’s ‘pile ‘em high and sell ‘em cheap’ market place. It’s a formula that has driven the company for 25 years now and as their very healthy order book demonstrates, it’s a business philosophy the customers love. n
Fine Furnishings
Unit 5, Lindfield Enterprise Park, Lewes Road
Lindfield, West Sussex RH16 2LX
Tel. 01444 482011
www.finesofas.co.uk
Balcombe History Society
Wednesday 16th March
ADAM SECRETAN – The Secretan Patrons of St. Mary’s Church, Balcombe, and Other Stories. An illustrated talk by the fourth generation of Secretans in Balcombe. Born in Balcombe; stories of early life here; explanation of the Patronage of St. Mary’s Church. Some history of The Old Rectory – home of the Secretans for many years.
All meetings will be held at the Victory Hall, Balcombe, starting at 8pm.
ADAM SECRETAN – The Secretan Patrons of St. Mary’s Church, Balcombe, and Other Stories. An illustrated talk by the fourth generation of Secretans in Balcombe. Born in Balcombe; stories of early life here; explanation of the Patronage of St. Mary’s Church. Some history of The Old Rectory – home of the Secretans for many years.
All meetings will be held at the Victory Hall, Balcombe, starting at 8pm.
Mid Sussex District Council News: New look recycling points for Mid Sussex
Mid Sussex residents will soon be able to recycle a wider variety of items at three main community-recycling points.
At the start of March, improvements will be carried out to the community-recycling points at Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill, Sainsbury’s Bannister Way, Haywards Heath and Brooklands Way, East Grinstead. Upon completion of the works, banks that previously were for glass bottles only will now accept plastic bottles and food/drink cans.
Existing paper banks at the sites will also be refurbished as part of the work and improvements will be made to the paper banks at Trinity Road Car Park, Hurstpierpoint and The Triangle Centre in Burgess Hill.
It is anticipated that the improvements will take place over 2 days on Wednesday 2 March and Thursday 3 March. Residents should note that the recycling points will not be available for use while the improvements are carried out.
For more information contact Mid Sussex District Council’s Refuse and Recycling team on 01444 477440 or email wastematters@midsussex.gov.uk.
At the start of March, improvements will be carried out to the community-recycling points at Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill, Sainsbury’s Bannister Way, Haywards Heath and Brooklands Way, East Grinstead. Upon completion of the works, banks that previously were for glass bottles only will now accept plastic bottles and food/drink cans.
Existing paper banks at the sites will also be refurbished as part of the work and improvements will be made to the paper banks at Trinity Road Car Park, Hurstpierpoint and The Triangle Centre in Burgess Hill.
It is anticipated that the improvements will take place over 2 days on Wednesday 2 March and Thursday 3 March. Residents should note that the recycling points will not be available for use while the improvements are carried out.
For more information contact Mid Sussex District Council’s Refuse and Recycling team on 01444 477440 or email wastematters@midsussex.gov.uk.
21st Brighton Half Marathon celebrating huge success
The 21st edition of the Brighton Half Marathon proved to be a huge success, and the new flatter, faster route, mostly along the seafront, was a hit with all the runners. Thousands of spectators were lining the streets of Brighton & Hove to show their support and cheer on the runners, creating a real buzz and a great atmosphere. Lots of runners and spectators commented on how well organised and friendly the race was, which was completely sold out with 8,000 entries.
Both winners from last year, David Wardle, 35, from Hertfordshire and Fiona Powell, 29, from Brighton, were back to successfully defend their titles. Wardle finished in an impressive 1:06:22 with more than 2 minutes to spare over Ian Leitch from Brighton’s Phoenix AC. Ben Shearer from Cambridge Harriers was third in 1:10:10, closely followed by triathlete Todd Leckie in fourth place.
Powell from Brighton & Hove City AC crossed the finish line in 1:20:57, runner-up Helen Ewing finished in 1:22:45 with Samatha Alvarez from Hailsham Harriers coming third in 1:24:49 and Helen Buller fourth in 1:26:14. Powell, as well as hundreds of other runners, achieved a new personal best in Sunday’s race and were full of praise for the route and organisation.
Abdifatah Dhuhulow, a 29 year old amputee distance runner from London, also attracted lots of attention and respect from fellow runners and spectators alike after finishing in 66th position in 1:23:18.
Hundreds of young runners took part in the 1 mile Youth Races along Madeira Drive, with the Youth Race titles being taken by Issac Wright (5:02) and Nancy Jones (5:12) in the 8-11 age category and by Lucien Christofin (4:39) and Holly Beaton (5:11) in the 12-16 age category.
The Brighton Half Marathon organisers would like to say a big thank you to all the sponsors, partners, supporters, volunteers and everyone who took part and contributed to making the race such a fantastic and enjoyable event.
Please go to www.brightonhalfmarathon.com for the full results, photos and to register your interest for the 2012 race.
Both winners from last year, David Wardle, 35, from Hertfordshire and Fiona Powell, 29, from Brighton, were back to successfully defend their titles. Wardle finished in an impressive 1:06:22 with more than 2 minutes to spare over Ian Leitch from Brighton’s Phoenix AC. Ben Shearer from Cambridge Harriers was third in 1:10:10, closely followed by triathlete Todd Leckie in fourth place.
Powell from Brighton & Hove City AC crossed the finish line in 1:20:57, runner-up Helen Ewing finished in 1:22:45 with Samatha Alvarez from Hailsham Harriers coming third in 1:24:49 and Helen Buller fourth in 1:26:14. Powell, as well as hundreds of other runners, achieved a new personal best in Sunday’s race and were full of praise for the route and organisation.
Abdifatah Dhuhulow, a 29 year old amputee distance runner from London, also attracted lots of attention and respect from fellow runners and spectators alike after finishing in 66th position in 1:23:18.
Hundreds of young runners took part in the 1 mile Youth Races along Madeira Drive, with the Youth Race titles being taken by Issac Wright (5:02) and Nancy Jones (5:12) in the 8-11 age category and by Lucien Christofin (4:39) and Holly Beaton (5:11) in the 12-16 age category.
The Brighton Half Marathon organisers would like to say a big thank you to all the sponsors, partners, supporters, volunteers and everyone who took part and contributed to making the race such a fantastic and enjoyable event.
Please go to www.brightonhalfmarathon.com for the full results, photos and to register your interest for the 2012 race.
St Francis Bowls Club
Coffee and Trial Morning
Sunday 17 April 2011
10.00-13.00
St Francis Bowls Club
(In the grounds of the Princess Royal Hospital), Lewes Road, Haywards Heath
Looking for a new club to join, come along and try the relatively inexpensive sport of lawn bowling. Some of our friendly and experienced bowlers will be there to help and give advice. All ages are welcome. (All we ask is that you bring flat shoes to wear on our newly refurbished grass rinks)
Sunday 17 April 2011
10.00-13.00
St Francis Bowls Club
(In the grounds of the Princess Royal Hospital), Lewes Road, Haywards Heath
Looking for a new club to join, come along and try the relatively inexpensive sport of lawn bowling. Some of our friendly and experienced bowlers will be there to help and give advice. All ages are welcome. (All we ask is that you bring flat shoes to wear on our newly refurbished grass rinks)
WorldWide Volunteering
WorldWide Volunteering and Gatwick Airport Community Trust work together to increase volunteering in the Gatwick area.
Through a generous grant from the Gatwick Airport Community Trust (GACT), WorldWide Volunteering (WWV) will be delivering a two-year project to increase the level of active volunteering in the community and to facilitate better links between local charities and young people in the Gatwick area.
Amy Holtz, WWV’s Volunteering Project Manager for the South East, has been focusing on secondary schools in the GACT area for nearly four years, and will continue to work with young people to encourage and facilitate volunteer work in the area. She is also helping to develop new volunteering opportunities with local charities and groups.
WWV says: ‘This project will allow WWV to speak to nearly 5,000 young people in the Gatwick Airport Community Trust area, inspiring them to benefit their communities through citizenship and volunteer work. It also allows WWV and GACT to assist schools in their community cohesion endeavours and set up large-scale volunteering projects for schools where enrichment activities are needed. The result is that students, supported by their school, are informed about and motivated to volunteer, and local charities are given the opportunity to share what they do with young people.’
WWV has worked with numerous schools and colleges to develop successful partnerships with charities and hopes through the generosity of the GACT to increase this number over the two year project. Through volunteer work, students are also able to earn the WorldWide Volunteering Certificate of Volunteering Achievement, which is UCAS-recognised.
If you are a school/college or a local charity and would like to learn more about how you can take part in this initiative, please get in touch with Amy Holtz, aholtz@wwv.org.uk, 07872 635073.
Join WWV's Facebook Group - http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=5474653378
Through a generous grant from the Gatwick Airport Community Trust (GACT), WorldWide Volunteering (WWV) will be delivering a two-year project to increase the level of active volunteering in the community and to facilitate better links between local charities and young people in the Gatwick area.
Amy Holtz, WWV’s Volunteering Project Manager for the South East, has been focusing on secondary schools in the GACT area for nearly four years, and will continue to work with young people to encourage and facilitate volunteer work in the area. She is also helping to develop new volunteering opportunities with local charities and groups.
WWV says: ‘This project will allow WWV to speak to nearly 5,000 young people in the Gatwick Airport Community Trust area, inspiring them to benefit their communities through citizenship and volunteer work. It also allows WWV and GACT to assist schools in their community cohesion endeavours and set up large-scale volunteering projects for schools where enrichment activities are needed. The result is that students, supported by their school, are informed about and motivated to volunteer, and local charities are given the opportunity to share what they do with young people.’
WWV has worked with numerous schools and colleges to develop successful partnerships with charities and hopes through the generosity of the GACT to increase this number over the two year project. Through volunteer work, students are also able to earn the WorldWide Volunteering Certificate of Volunteering Achievement, which is UCAS-recognised.
If you are a school/college or a local charity and would like to learn more about how you can take part in this initiative, please get in touch with Amy Holtz, aholtz@wwv.org.uk, 07872 635073.
Join WWV's Facebook Group - http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=5474653378
Monday, 21 February 2011
Learn to love yourself - mind, body and soul
by Nicola Hobbs
For many of us, January and February is the perfect time of year to commit to a healthy diet and exercise regime with the idealistic hope that we will look god-like come summer.
For many of us who commence on such a health-seeking schedule, January (or February if we are uber-committed) is also the time when we realize that our goals are unrealistic and thus our motivation dwindles and we become resentful that, once again, we have failed to stick to our resolutions.
“Every year, at some time between Christmas and New Year, there is a moment when I realise that I need to drink less wine, eat less chocolate and go to the gym more,” says Julie, 42, from Hassocks. “Each year I make the same resolution to lose weight and improve my health but, come the end of January, life has taken over and my fitness routine has gone out the window.”
Leslie Martin, psychologist and author of Health Behaviour Change, says: “For those who successfully begin their resolves to adopt a better diet, exercise more, become fit or lose weight, the likelihood that they will maintain these habits is low.” Her research identified a straightforward model to help us stick to our New Year’s resolutions and improve our health: “Before a person can change, they must know what change is necessary, desire the change, and then have the tools to achieve and maintain the change,” she says.*
So, you have the knowledge, the desire and the tools, but what are you actually aiming for? What is health?
The word ‘health’ comes from the Old English word ‘hale’, meaning ‘wholeness’. Not merely the absence of disease or infirmity, health is a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing, according to the World Health Organisation. But, as few of us are ever wholly content with our bodies, minds and our social lives, does that mean we are unhealthy? Is perfect health a realistic goal or do we spend so much time attempting to achieve wellbeing that we don’t have time to enjoy it?
“All the magazines advertise diets and exercise programmes that imply if you lose weight and have the perfect body then life will be amazing, so I thought I was doing the right thing by cutting out junk food and joining the gym,’ says Felicity, 28, from Haywards Heath. “I didn’t realise how obsessed I had become with food and weight, and it took my doctor’s warning of how I close I was to having an eating disorder for me to realise that being fixated on becoming healthy is in itself unhealthy,” she adds.
Much like happiness, the more we pursue health, the more likely it is that it will escape us. According to Buddha, “the secret of health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, worry about the future, or anticipate troubles, but to live in the present moment wisely and earnestly.” Health is not the objective of living, but a resource for everyday life.
However, treating our health as a resource does not mean that our bodies and minds are ignorant to endless misuse and exploitation. Spanish proverbial wisdom advises that ‘a man too busy to care for his health is like a mechanic too busy to take care of his tools.’
Traditionally there were two main divisions of health: the physical, relying on regular exercise, good nutrition and adequate rest, and the mental – good emotional and cognitive wellbeing. Nowadays, health and wellness are seen as much more inclusive, encompassing the physical, intellectual, emotional, spiritual and environmental sense of self.
There are easy ways we can enhance these areas in enjoyable ways. We do not need to make unrealistic promises to ourselves that we cannot stick to, or resolutions that are impractical in day-to-day life. We do not need to make ourselves feel like failures when we fall short of our excessive expectations.
Enhancing our physical health is about more than trying to look like the fake, retouched images found in celebrity magazines.
“Unfortunately, there is often too much emphasis placed on achieving the ‘body beautiful’ when in reality the most important goal is to improve your cardiovascular health and fitness levels, and inevitably your body will change shape as a by-product of all the hard work, ” says Chris Battersby, Health and Fitness Manager at Wickwoods Country Club, Albourne. “My advice for people starting off the year with resolutions to improve their health and fitness is to start off slowly and sensibly and, most importantly, choose forms of exercise that you enjoy. You need to be realistic; if you try too hard your body won’t appreciate it,” he adds.
As with exercise, embracing a ‘healthy diet’ is not about punitive regimes or pleasure reduction programmes. From the Cabbage Soup and the Maple Syrup to the Atkins and Zone, diets are always in the media and, more often than not, they are receiving negative press. Food cannot be treated in isolation from life, and therefore planning to survive on baby food and grapefruit whilst still maintaining a sense of normality is impossible. Resolving to nurture our bodies in a healthy way allows us to take pleasure in the occasional glass of wine or slap-up meal. As I am sure Nigella, Delia and the Roux brothers would advocate, cake nourishes the soul!
“There are no good foods or bad foods; all foods can be enjoyed when eaten in moderation,” says Rachel, 20, from Hassocks, a student dietician and manager of holistic health company, Zest. “Try to avoid ‘diet thinking’ as this can leave you depressed and unhappy. Remember that YOU are more important that your weight or body shape.”
Few of us think about ways to improve our mental health. We accept that we are ‘dippy’ or ‘aggressive’ or ‘over-sensitive’ and, even if we encounter problems because of this, we sometimes feel helpless in doing anything about it. Natural drugs have been advocated to improve intellectual wellbeing, such as Cyanocobalamin, Gingko biloba and Vinpocetine, but if byzantine sounding supplements do not appeal to you, just interacting with those around us improves mental wellbeing. Something as simple as making a phone call, playing a game or reading merely for the sake of reading, will improve your learning without you even trying.
Emotional health is about how balanced and confident we feel. The NHS suggests that one in four of us will suffer from mental illness in our lifetime and that 10% of children are suffering from a mental health disorder at any one time. There could be few better New Year’s resolutions than aiming to look after your emotional wellbeing.
“Your emotional health affects every aspect of life. I can tell when team members at my football club are going through stressful times and facing emotional upheavals as it interferes with their play,” says Roger, 64, Chairman of Hassocks Community Football Club and father of two. “As I have grown older, I have accepted my weakness and my emotional health has improved. My relationship with my daughters and partner has developed as I have learnt to recognize their emotional needs as well as their material ones,” he adds.
Taking care of our emotional health does not mean we have to begin meditating to the music of Chakra or experiment with rearranging our rooms in an attempt to find our Zen and achieve a state of enlightenment. Spirituality is unique to everyone. Your spirit is the deepest part of you, the part that gives you a sense of purpose and fulfilment. Being with one’s family, contributing to society and showing a bit of self-love and care will do wonders for your emotional and spiritual wellbeing.
Health encompasses much more than the ‘body beautiful’ and is far simpler and more instinctive than any starvation diet or marathon running training programme makes out. There is no need for unfeasible resolutions and punitive regimes, unachievable self-promises and exhausting over-commitments. When we stop wanting, that is when things change.
So, when the clock strikes midnight and we enter 2011, there is one New Year’s resolution we can all share – to accept, enjoy and embrace our bodies, our minds and our health. n
*Martin, L., Haskard-Zolnjerek, K. B. and DiMatteo, M. R. (2010) Health behavior change and treatment adherence: Evidence based guidelines for improving healthcare. Oxford University Press, 2010.
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