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07 What’s onlistings

12 Newsfrom the BN5 area

24 FestiveKeep Christmas Local

39 FestiveHenfield’s Nativity Sheep

45 Local interestSpirit of Christmas

51 Pet careFrom Hawthorn Vets

52 Local interestSteyning Air Cadets

64 BusinessPaul Samrah

66 Indexof advertisers

Many thanks to our editorial and photographic contributors this month;Paul Samrah, Jonathan Underwood, Richard Cohen and Mike Beardall.This month’s BN5 cover photograph and artwork is created by Helen Boosey. BN5 magazine is printed by Evonprint in Small Dole on 100% FSC approved managed forests paper and is printed using vegetable-based inks.

Editor’s LETTER

Copy DeadlineCopy deadline for any advertisement or editorial submission for the January issue of BN5 magazine is Friday 28 November. For editorial submissions email Emma Osman [email protected] or just call us for a chat on 01273 494002. You can catch up with the latest news and events at www.bn5magazine.co.uk

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We are feeling really, really Christmassy here in the BN5 office. Sarah has spent so much time researching where to get the best mince pies and festive decorations she’s managed to enthuse us all (and remind us to get going on the shopping!). Our Keep Christmas Local article on page 24, 25 and 26 will give you some ideas about how to take the stress out of shopping this Christmas, while supporting local shops, producers and crafts people at the same time.

We’ve got some lovely events happening around the village this Christmas. There’s the annual High Street Spirit of Christmas evening, where you’ll find Father Christmas, carol singers and plenty of mulled wine and mince pies to get the festivities off to a flying start. There’s also the Nativity Sheep Trail for those who are a little younger, see if you can find all the charming knitted sheep hidden around the village.

We’re very much looking forward to Henfield’s first Living Advent - at the time of going to press we don’t have dates and venues yet, but there will be plenty of exciting things happening around the village on each day leading to Christmas, so look out for posters and we’ll also keep you updated on our website www.bn5magazine.co.uk.

Finally, a very happy and peaceful festive season to you all from all of us at BN5 magazine.

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Henfield Lions ClubGeorge Hotel, Henfield High Street, 7.30pm (& 1st Weds)Meet to discuss fundraising activities, consider requests for assistance and organise social events. Call David Pryor on 01273 494442.

Thursday 4Henfield UnattachedWhite Hart, 11am (& every 1st Thurs)A meeting point for those who are now alone, and need to get out and widen their horizons. There’s no fuss, no joining fee, no subscription. Call 01273 495820 or drop in.

Play and Learn Together Henfield Evangelical Free Church, 11-12.30pm (& every Thurs)A free, friendly and fun group where you can play with your child (babies to rising 5’s) and help them to learn. Call 01403 864668.

Know Dementia Henfield Medical Centre, 1.30-3.30pm (& every first Thurs)Drop in for advice and support if you or your family member are affected by dementia. Call Know Dementia on 01273 494300.

Thursday CircleFree Church Hall, 2.30pm Come and visit us and enjoy the talk, refreshments and a chat.

Hurstpierpoint Late Night ShoppingHIgh Street, Hurstpierpoint 6.30-9pmCarol singing, Santa and lots of late night shopping.

Rotary Club of Henfield and Steyning The Castle Inn Hotel, Bramber, 7.30pm (& every Thurs)A convivial organisation combining business and social events - all welcome. Contact David Andrew on 01903 816981 or [email protected]

Christmas Starts Here!Henfield Hall, 7pmCharity concert in aid of St Barnabas Hospice with: Sidonie

Winter and other local soloists, The Bothy Singers, St Peter’s School, St Peter’s Handbells, and community carols with Brass Fusion. Tickets (reserved seats £6, under 16’s £3), from Henfield Furnishings.

Saturday 6Steyning Arts at Christmas The Steyning Centre, 10am-4pmAffordable art under one roof. See news item for more information.

Nick Herbert MP book signingHenfield Club, 10.30am – 12pmArundel & South Downs MP Nick Herbert will be signing copies of his new book, ‘Why Vote Conservative 2015’. Books are available to buy on the day, or can be purchased in advance from Biteback Publishing at www.bitebackpublishing.com

Sunday 7Shine a light into the darkness for AmnestySt Peters Church (& every day until Sun 21st)See news item for more information.

Monday 8Steyning Decorative and Fine Arts Steyning Centre, 10am-12pm (& every 2nd Mon)Members and visitors (donation of £5) are warmly welcome. Call 01903 368254 or 01903 816190 for more information.

Adur Valley Fine Arts SocietyHenfield Hall, 2.30pmThe Inventors of Christmas - How the traditions of Christmas came into being. Contact Jan Oswald on 01273 492702.

Tuesday 9Henfield Flower ClubThe Henfield Hall, 2.15 pmChristmas workshop - members make their own door rings tutored by our talented members Janis Green and Jean Sinclair Young. Come along and see the results with a friendly cup of tea. Admission £5.

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Monday 1 DecemberSporting Moments Southwater Leisure Centre 10am – 12pm (& every Mon)Free sports sessions for people with dementia and a family member. Come and meet others and enjoy the fun. Call 01273 494300.

Henfield Badminton ClubHenfield Hall, 7.30-9.30pm (& every Mon)We play a reasonable standard of badminton but are very patient with rusty players who may not have picked up their racquet for some time! New members welcome. Call Chris on 01273 492986.

Tuesday 2ChatterboxFree Church Hall, 9.30-11.30am (& 9th & 16th)Come and have fun! Still £1.50 including refreshments. Santa will be coming to our Christmas party on 16 December (our last meeting this year - we reopen on 6 January. Christmas Greetings and love to all our families.

Knit & NatterHenfield Library, 2-4pm (& every 1st Tues)A drop-in craft group for adults.

Action for Deafness Henfield Hall, 2pm (& every 1st Tues)Hearing aid maintenance clinic and information, advice and support on all aspects of hearing loss.

Fundraiser for Chestnut Tree HouseShoreham Gallery, 4-8pmSee news item for more information.

Wednesday 3The Book NookThe Chapel, Fulking, 10-11.30am (& every Weds)A great selection of books, CDs, and DVD’s for sale with all proceeds to St Andrew’s church.

Henfield Computer ClubHenfield Leisure Centre, 10am-12pm (& every Weds)A friendly club helping you to improve your computer skills and get online. Cost £1. Call Alison Vine

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Parish Hall, Woodmancote, 7.30pm (& every 2nd Tues)Email [email protected] for more information.

Henfield History GroupFree Church Hall, 8pmThe Last Trip Home – a celebration of the working horse and ox in folk song and verse performed by Cotillion Folk Group. All welcome -£3 non-members (members by subscription). Call Maureen Fletcher on 10273 492194.

HART Big Fat Christmas Pub QuizWhite Hart, 8.30pm (& Tues 23)In aid of HART (Henfield Area Response Team) - prize money of £100 to the winning team! Teams of up to six. Call 01273 492006 to reserve a table.

Wednesday 10Knit & NatterThe Lounge, Rayner Court, 10.30am-12pm (& every 2nd Weds)We knit gift items and children’s clothes for various charities and there is something for everyone to knit whatever their ability or interest. For more information or to donate wool, call Jean on 01273 493171.

Thursday 11Coffee MorningSt Peter’s Church, 10.30-11.30am (& every 2nd Thurs)Join us in St Peters Church for fresh coffee and homemade cakes.

Jazzled Choir Catholic Church Hall, 1.30-3.30pm (& every 2nd & 4th Thurs)A jazz, swing and blues community choir that supports everyone including those with dementia and their carers. £5 entry includes tea and biscuits. Contact 01273 494300 or [email protected]

Friday 12Henfield Camera ClubEvangelical Free Church Hall, 7.30pmMembers Christmas Social and Henfield Photo-hunt results judged and presented by David Barrett. Contact club chairman Alec Pelham [email protected]

Henfield’s Spirit of Christmas EveningHenfield High Street, 4-8pmCome and celebrate Christmas at this lovely Henfield event. Shops are open with goodies for visitors, Santa will be attending with his sleigh and there will be plenty of carol singing, roasted chestnuts and mulled wine! See article on page 46 for more details.

Sunday 14Service with compassionHenfield Evangelical Free Church, 10.30amCarol ServiceSt Giles’ Church, Shermanbury, 11.15amBook Nook Book SalesThe Chapel, Fulking (& every 2nd Sun until March)Great selection of books, CDs and DVDs. All proceeds to St Andrews Church, Edburton.

Brass Fusion in concertHenfield Hall, 2.30pmCome and enjoy an afternoon of fine music from this ever popular local brass ensemble including some festive favourites. Raffle and refreshments available. Tickets £5 on door. See www.brassfusion.co.uk for more information.

Christmas extravaganzaHurstpierpoint Village, 2.30pmHurstpierpoint Singers present Christmas music, with readings and carols for all the family. Mince pies and Christmas raffle. Tickets £8 (to include a drink) from Hassocks Hardware or on the door. Under 12’s free.

Wednesday 17Woodmancote and Henfield WIHenfield Hall, 12.30pmFollowing our Christmas lunch there will be musical entertainment from local opera diva Sidonie Winter. New members always welcome; for further details telephone 492419.

Saturday 20Meet the SheepEvangelical Free Church Hall, 10amThe finale to the ‘Nativity Sheep Trail’ event (see page 39) where you can meet the Shepherd and his sheep and see all the wonder-ful artwork on display, Winners will be announced and can collect their prizes.

Christmas Fair in aid of Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air AmbulanceHenfield Hall, 12pmThe Fair is being held to raise money for KSS Air Ambulance in memory of Sam Cove. If you would like to donate or offer help please contact Gemma [email protected]

Sunday 21Advent Sunday For details of all Church services see centre pages of magazineTuesday 23Henfield Art ClubHenfield Hall, 7.15-9.30pm (& every 4th Tues)Membership £25 per year and guests £3 per session. Call Alan Harrison on 01273 495262 for more information.

Wednesday 24Christmas EveFor details of all Church services see centre pages of magazine.

Thursday 25Christmas Day For details of all Church services see centre pages of magazine.

Advance notice:Thursday 1 JanuaryThere was an old woman - Henfield Theatre Company Henfield Hall (& 2nd & 3rd Jan)World premiere – see news item for more information.

Saturday 10 JanuaryNew Year’s BrunchChurch House, Church Lane 10.30-1pmSee news item for further details.


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branch of The Royal Society of St George was found-ed in 1901 and currently has more than 40 members. Dame Vera Lynn is an honorary member. “Sus-sex branch needs more members and we welcome people of all ages,” says Fred, whose wife Peggy is branch secretary. For more information contact Fred at [email protected] or on 01273 493472.

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CALLING ALL SINGERSHenfield carollers need your help on Friday 12 De-cember to sing at Henfield’s Spirit of Christmas night. We’re a small friendly group who will be singing in the High Street in aid of the Children’s Society. We’d love some more people to join us, so if you’d like to take part contact Hilary at [email protected] or on 494213. We will not be singing for the whole evening, so there will be plenty of time to explore what else is going on in the village that night. Hilary Green

BP GUILD’S CHRISTMAS COLLECTION SCHEDULE 2014Our Christmas collections with Santa riding his sleigh and playing recordings of Guildsmen singing carols are scheduled on the dates below. Also please sup-port our collections by Barclays Bank and Swains Farm Shop. All the money raised goes to the Senior Citizens Day-out & Party next September. We try to reach most of the properties in our Parish of Henfield including Small Dole. We apologise if your property is not listed, due the sleigh having limited turning.Wednesday 3 December - Silver Birches, Hoe-wood, Tottington Drive area, Downsview, Sands Lane, Shoreham Road and New Hall Lane in Small Dole.Friday 5 December - West End Lane, Hollands Rd, Station Rd, Beechings, Upper Station Rd, Church Lane, Church St, Pinchnose Green area, Chestnut Way, Martyns Close.Saturday 6 December - Swains Farm Shop, Henfield Common 9am-1pm.Monday 8 December - Staples Barn, Gresham Place, Northcroft, Kings Field, Flower Farm Close, Fabians Way, Broomfield Rd, Batts Drive, Greenways, The Hooks.

TRAFALGAR DAY CELEBRATIONMore than 30 members of the Sussex branch of The Royal Society of St George celebrated Trafalgar Day with a lunch at Tottington Manor on Tuesday 21 Oc-tober. Members from Horsham, Peacehaven, Lancing and Billingshurst were among those remembering the famous Spanish sea battle in which Lord Nelson died. The decisive Napoleonic War battle of 1805 saw 27 British ships defeat 33 Franco-Spanish ships, sinking 22 of them with no British ships lost. Branch chair-man Fred McComas of Henfield said: “We celebrate significant days in the calendar that have historic im-portance to our country.” The lunch raised more than £100 for the Henfield Scout Hut Appeal. The Sussex

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Tuesday 9 December - Lower Station Rd, Lower Faircox, Dropping Holmes, Chanctonbury View, Windmill Lane, Nep Town Rd , Nep Close, Weavers Lane, South View Terrace, King James Lane, Black-gate Lane, Hewitts.Wednesday 10 December - Parsonage Rd, Nyes Close, Benson Rd, Furners Lane, Furners Mead, Dai-sycroft.Thursday 11 December - Wantley Hill, Manor Way, Manor Close, Barn End.Friday 12 December - In the heart of the village dur-ing Henfield’s Village EveningSaturday 13 December - Barclays’ Square, High Street, 9am-1pmMonday 15 December - Cagefoot Lane, Mill Drive, Cedar Way, The Common.Tuesday 16 December – London Road and deer Park Estate.Wednesday 17 December - Spare evening in case of reindeer strikes or bad weather etc earlier in the schedule.Saturday 20 December - Swains Farm Shop, Hen-field Common, 9pm – 1pm. Kenneth McIntosh

‘SHINE A LIGHT IN THE DARK-NESS’ WITH AMNESTY INTERNA-TIONAL THIS CHRISTMASWould you like to ‘Shine a light into the darkness’ for someone, through sending a greetings card with a message of goodwill to those in danger for defending human rights? It’s very simple to do. Just drop into St. Peter’s Church, Henfield any day during December up to Sunday 21, where inside the church on the right you will find a table with greetings cards and informa-tion about who to send your card(s) to. This could be a prisoner of conscience, a group defending human rights, someone imprisoned for their faith etc. A map shows you which country the recipients live in and information about them. You may send as many cards as you like and take them away to post or leave them in the box on the table. I hope to be in attendance to answer any questions on Sunday 7, 14 and 21 be-tween 10am and 10.30am. Hilary Green

SANTA’S CHRISTMAS DAY PRES-ENT DELIVERYAs always Santa will be delivering presents on Christ-mas Day morning in Henfield, Small Dole, and sur-rounding areas. To have a present delivered you need to, wrap the present securely and label it clearly with the child’s name and full postal address. Do provide useful directions if it is likely to be difficult for us to find. Take the present to Graham Denyer at 8 Gresh-am Place, Henfield (01273 492402) on Thursday 18 December between 3-6pm, Friday 19 December between 3-7pm or Monday 22 December between 3-6pm. Delivery cost per present is £2.50. Only one present per parcel please, no large presents as there is limited space on the sleigh.

HENFIELD WORLD PREMIERHenfield Theatre Company is staging a brand new show written by one of its own members, Jane Haines. The company has won a number of awards in recent years from the National Operatic and Dramatic Association recognising the quality of its productions and it is now branching out further with a world pre-miere of a home grown show containing 15 original songs and incidental music. Jane’s career as a music teacher took a turn towards the dramatic arts, in 2010, when she embarked on a Master’s Degree in Musical Theatre at Goldsmiths University. The course culminated in the produc-tion of a 45 minute musical show, written by Jane and performed at Waterloo East Theatre in London, in September 2012, with a professional cast. Since graduation, and after much toil, Jane has expanded her original work into a full-length family musical en-titled ‘There Was an Old Woman – the Musical’. It is a delightful comedy based around many well known and loved nursery rhyme characters. Somewhat in the style of the Shrek movies, it has humour at dif-ferent levels to please all ages, and contains the nec-essary ingredients of skulduggery, heroism and love. The production will be staged at the Henfield Hall from Thursday 1 to Saturday 3 January 2015 (in-cluding a matinee on Saturday). Tickets (adults £10/£12 and under 12’s £7/£9) are available from Stevens Estate Agents from Monday 15 Decem-ber. See www.henfieldtheatrecompany.com for more information and sample music. Martin Love



SHOREHAM GALLERY FUNDRAIS-ER FOR CHESTNUT TREE HOUSEWe are embarking on a series of small events to raise funds for Chestnut Tree House. The launch for the fun-draising will be held at the Gallery on the same eve-ning as the Christmas late night shopping on Tuesday 2 December from 4-8pm. On the launch night 10% of all sales made on evening will be donated to the charity and donations will be taken for refreshments of mulled wine and mince pies. Raffle tickets will also be sold on the evening and there are some great prizes including: a two-hour photographic lesson with local Photographer Alan Humphries; a drawing class for two with Artist Wendy Standen; and a Gallery gift voucher worth £25. More prizes are being pledged every day, anyone can do-nate! Daisy Dawson

HENFIELD GARDEN CLUB2014 has been a very busy year for the garden club with members enjoying six talks from visiting garden-ing experts; a plant sale and coffee morning for club funds; a plant swap/sale during Henfield’s Gardens and Arts weekend with the money raised donated to the Scout Hut building fund; four coach and three car outings to gardens both large and small to inspire us; two summer socials in member’s gardens; and last but not least a new members social evening hosted by the committee. We are currently looking forward

to rounding off our year with a (members-only) French themed meal and Christmas party. We would like to wish all members and BN5 readers a Happy Christ-mas and happy gardening in the coming year. Our AGM takes place in the Henfield Hall on Tuesday 6 January. For more details about joining our club con-tact our Membership Secretary Linda Beresford at [email protected] or on 01273 492497.Margaret Hollingsworth

ERRATUMWe’re not quite sure what happened in the BN5 of-fice last month (one too many brandy mince pies per-haps?), but we made a couple of mistakes on event dates in our November edition. The Christmas Starts Here concert takes place on Thursday 4 December (not 4 November as printed – that would have been a bit too early to start Christmas!). And looking ahead to next year, the Henfield Strongman 2015 competi-tion will take place on Sunday 20 September (not 26 September). We do apologies for these mistakes and we pledge to keep our consumption of brandy mince pies down this month…Editor

HENFIELD PARISH COUNCIL A reminder to local Clubs and Organisations that ap-plications for small grants from Henfield Parish Coun-cil must be received by Council, in writing, by no later than 5 December (see last month’s Council report). Where available, the applications should be accom-

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panied by a summary of the last full year accounts and an indication of any project the grant will be put towards.Since last May, Henfield Parish Council’s outside works team have been undertaking various highway related work, under an agreement with West Sussex County Council. This enables work which may have in the past taken several months (or longer) to be un-dertaken by the County Council’s stretched highways maintenance contractors to be carried out within a few days, and sometimes hours, of being reported or identified. Henfield is one of only a very few local councils in the county carrying out this work which includes pothole repairs, cutting back vegetation and cleaning traffic signs. Although not part of the agreement, the works team has also been undertaking more ambitious tasks at a fraction of the cost the County Highways Department would have incurred. These have included extending the width of the carriageway in Church Street (oppo-site the raised pavement) by removing many years of debris washed down the street and clearing gullies and drainage channels by the Henfield Business Park to overcome the flooding across the road which was regularly occurring. The agreement is currently only provisional for one year but Henfield Parish Council is hopeful it will be able to negotiate a longer term agreement for the future.Philip Hill

SUSSEX MUSICIANS RAISE FUNDS FOR HARTA concert at Henfield Hall by more than 15 Sussex musicians raised more than £300 for HART. The folk and pop concert was held at the end of August to mark Bonnie Flitney’s 60th birthday. Bonnie said: “We were delighted to raise the money for HART, which does such a worthwhile job in Henfield and is always there to cope in the case of emergencies.”Mike Beardall

‘LIVING ADVENT’ IN HENFIELD Got it all sorted then? Where you will be; who you are seeing when; the shopping trips for presents; copious lists for supermarkets – and written all those cards? With so much to organise it can take the joy out of Christmas, but not this year in Henfield as things are going to be different. From the first to the last day in Advent there will be something going on be-hind closed doors and you are invited to come along and be part of the village festive celebrations. What’s more, it’s entirely free and guaranteed entertainment, magical moments and a sprinkling of seasonal won-der, just for you!The idea is that different organisations, societies and volunteer groups involving all ages from our commu-nity will offer a Christmas or seasonal entertainment or exhibition by opening their doors to you. These will take place in the pubs, clubs, places of worship, huts, shops and public spaces in and around the village, each with its own unique theme and individual offer-ing. And all you need do is work out which days inter-est you and come along at the designated time, and remember the joy that Christmas can bring. So, look out for the schedule on the posters and flyers around the village and check out the Hub for the calendar by opening the windows and doors to see what your community has for you.Nick Phillips

STEYNING ARTS AT CHRISTMASSolve all your Christmas gift problems at a one day event at The Steyning Centre, Fletchers Croft, Steyn-ing on Saturday 6 December from 10am to 4pm. As an alternative to last year’s successful Christmas Art Trail, Steyning Arts will be presenting affordable art under one roof. Meet the Steyning artists and guests on what will be a festive week in Steyning with late




night shopping and the farmers market. Be tempted by the jewellery, paintings, photography, prints and glasswork and enjoy seasonal refreshments in aid of charity. So if you would like a unique gift made by a local artist, fancy a browse or a chat over a mince pie, we look forward to seeing you. See www.steynin-garts.co.uk for more information.

HELEN IS A WINNER! Huge congratulations to Helen O’Connell who has won the C&H Fabrics Knitting Bee 2014! Helen, who won the adult knit-ting category in the Hor-sham Store, then went on to beat off competi-tion from the other eight stores to become the overall adult winner. The author and knitwear de-signer Debbie Bliss was part of the judging panel.

HENFIELD COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP UPDATEOver 300 people attended the two public drop-in events for the Neighbourhood Plans held at the end of October. We are very grateful for all the comments

received which have been assessed, helping to in-form the selection of sites for inclusion in the draft plan. Provisional dates for the remaining key stages in preparing the plan are: • Draft plan issued for six week consultation period – end of November 2014 • Amended plan and supporting documents sub-mitted to Horsham District Council who then arrange for six week publicity period – February 2015 • Plan with comments from consultees issued to Independent Examiner – April 2015 • Examiner issues report – June 2015 • If approved by examiner, plan goes to local refer-endum – July/August 2015 • Plan adopted if more than 50% of those voting are in favourWe are pleased to report that the community notice-boards are back up in Budgens. The two new boards are now sited in the front of the store. Postcard no-tices can be displayed for 50p a week and local reg-istered charities may advertise free of charge for a period of two weeks. Notices should be handed in at the kiosk with the necessary payment, with those re-ceived on Monday-Friday being put up the same day; if received at the weekend, they will be displayed from the following Monday. All funds raised will be donated to Henfield Community Partnership for use in helping the local community.Tony Jackson, HCP

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PAM ON A BIKEBeing chased by a tearaway rabid dog, interviewed on Indian breakfast TV whilst sporting two black eyes as a result of a cycle accident, and eating hen’s feet for dinner. Just a few of the amazing stories that came thick and fast when Horsham’s Pam Goodall ap-peared for a sell-out evening at Stan’s Bike Shack in Partridge Green to regale an enthralled audience with tales of her solo journey around the world on her bicy-cle. “An inspiration”, “So brave”, and “No way I would do that!” were just some of the comments. ‘Pam on a Bike’ was a resounding success so a second evening was planned for 13 November which immediately sold out. A third event is planned, with strong interest already, so please drop in to Stan’s Bike Shack or call 01403 710514 for details and tickets. Tickets are just £10 each, and include a light supper, and of course our famous coffee!Steve Sole

THE FUTURE OF HENFIELD DAY CENTREFollowing a period of public consultation earlier in the year, West Sussex County Council was approached by the Henfield Community Partnership (HCP) in the summer about the possibility of taking over control of the Day Centre at Hewitts in Henfield. Since then the county council has been working to support HCP to develop sustainable proposals. A feasibility study will now be undertaken by HCP to help inform the council whether the proposals give best value. A decision as to the future of the Day Centre will be taken in December following a review of the study and further discussions between the county council and the partnership.The centre currently supports people with a physical, sensory or memory impairment and people with ac-quired brain injuries. Day Services at Henfield are un-der review as part of a wider review of all day services by the County Council. Henfield Community Partner-ship said: “We believe it is important to retain and ex-pand local services for the many older people living in and around Henfield. Working with WSCC provides opportunities to deliver a fresh, modern approach and better support for our local community. We would like to emphasise that the Henfield Day Centre will con-tinue to operate throughout the feasibility study. Any-one who would like an assessment of their social care needs can ring West Sussex County Council’s Adults’ CarePoint on 01243 642121.” Tony Jackson

FOOD ROCKS CHRISTMAS Food Rocks Christmas is a day of seasonal fun for all the family at Hickstead on Sunday 14 December with sensational food, drink and boutique gift stalls, alongside a fairground, pony and trap rides, great live music, and a visit from Santa Claus. A festive atmo-sphere will be created by live folk and blues music from the likes of Red Butler and Bryony Brooke. And there will be plenty of cosy corners, fire pits and heaters to keep the cold at bay. Entry is only £4 for adults and £2 for children under 18. The day will be hosted by MasterChef: The Professionals winner Steven Edwards who will be creating a unique three course festive dining experience in the ‘etch’ Pop-up Restaurant (priced at £30 per head including free Fes-tival entry - pre-booking essential - tickets at www.foodrockssouth.co.uk or www.etchfood.co.uk)The event supports Seeds for Development, a charity helping the poorest people in Uganda kick poverty out of their lives through farming. Victoria Spicer

DEFIBRILLATOR FOR ST PETER’SSt Peter’s Church has been given a heart defibrilla-tor by HART, and staff and helpers have been trained in its use. The defibrillator was handed over to Vicar Reverend Paul Doick on Wednesday who was trained in its use along with curate Peter O’Connell and as-sistant priest Christina Bennett. “We are delighted to have the defibrillator installed,” said Paul. “Having our staff and helpers trained in its use means we are bet-ter able to cope in the case of an emergency before a responder or paramedic arrives.” The defibrillator was paid for with some of the funds from a Three Peaks Challenge completed by HART members in the summer which raised more than £5,000. Dave said: “The presence of a defibrillator gives people some reassurance that they can deal with a cardiac emergency while waiting for a para-medic and responder to arrive. Everyone should have some basic training in resuscitation techniques.”Mike Beardall

THANK YOU!The Henfield Self Help Group Christmas Sale raised an impressive £779 which was rounded up to £800 by a further generous donation. We would like to say a big ‘thank you’ to all our supporters.Maureen Dexter




FOR THE LOVE OF SAMBeautiful Sam Cove passed away on 21 October fol-lowing a car accident on 4 October. She will be dearly and sadly missed by all her friends and family.Sam was born on 18 March 1977. She was a happy character and an enthusiastic child, enjoying Brown-ies, Guides and Venture Scouts and all the outdoor activities that came with it. She made lifelong friends who she always held close to her heart.She was part of a very close and loving family, enjoy-ing family gatherings, camping holidays and wonder-ful Christmases. Christmas was her favourite time of the year and she loved to entertain and share the fun and excitement with her family. Her two children, Erin and Charlie, were her world. She loved and adored them equally and was very proud of them. She was an excellent cook, masseuse and dental nurse. Many will know her as part of the team with Ben Zanjani at Henfield Dental Surgery. She worked there with her mum Eileen from 2002, as receptionist and as a dental nurse. Ben said; “Sam leaving us has left a hole in our lives that will never be filled. We are devastated to be without such a wonderful girl.”Sam didn’t ever seek the limelight but she had a natu-ral smile that would light up the room. It didn’t matter if you were family, friends or someone in the street, if Sam smiled at you, you couldn’t help but smile back. Her Dad’s name for her was ‘Sammy Sunshine’. She was a warm character with a generous heart.Eileen and all of Sam’s family would like to offer their heartfelt thanks for the messages and acts of kind-ness they’ve received from so many people over the last month. Eileen said; “There is no way I can express my gratitude for all the love and support we have re-ceived since Sam’s terrible accident on October 4th, we have been overwhelmed. ‘Thank you’ is just not enough. Thank you, for the love of Sam.”Sam’s family and friends will be fundraising in memory of Sam for the Kent, Surrey and Sussex Air Ambu-lance. If you would like to make a donation you can go to www.kssairambulance.org.uk or call 01622 833833. They are holding a Christmas Fair at the Henfield Hall on Saturday 20th December from 12midday onwards. Anyone who would like to be involved, support or

sponsor, please contact Gemma Cove: [email protected]. Up to date details will appear locally and on the BN5 Facebook page. There will also be an An-nual Rounders Match which will take place at Henfield Common on the last Sunday in May.Emma Osman. With many thanks to Eileen and Gemma Cove.

VOLUNTEER STAFF REQUIREDThe Air Cadet Organisation is a youth group for boys and girls aged 12 to 20 which follows an aviation based syllabus. As part of the Royal Air Force we pride ourselves in providing a vast range of training and opportunities with our fully volunteer based staff team. Steyning Air Cadets is a very busy unit, particu-larly over the summer. Following a very successful recruitment campaign Steyning Air Cadets need more staff to assist in training provision, planning and ex-ecuting activities. All staff are DBS cleared and must also be vetted by the MOD and trained in child protection. Military or aviation experience is beneficial but not essen-tial as all training is provided. Of greater importance is the desire to assist in developing cadets to their full potential. If you think you might be able to help please contact the Squadron at [email protected] and for more information visit the Squadron website www.1140sqn.org.uk or the national site, www.raf.mod.uk/aircadetsDave Emsley, Flt Lt RAF VR(T), Officer Commanding, 1140 (Steyning) Sqn ATC

HENFIELD LEISURE CENTRE’S FUNDRAISING TABLE TOP SALESHenfield Leisure Centre are holding a series of fund-raising Table Top Sales next year, the first taking place on Sunday 11 January 2015. So, if you’re having a post-festive clear-out, book your table now!There will also be sales on Sunday 1 February and Sunday 1 March. If you would like to book a table please contact the leisure centre on 01273 494984.Sam Bremner, Henfield Leisure Centre

NEW YEAR BRUNCHAfter the huge success, both socially and financially, of the first-ever Brunch promoted by The Friends of St. Peter’s Church, Henfield it would be folly indeed not to have a similar event to celebrate the New Year of 2015. So, on Saturday 10 January, The Friends indefatigable catering team will be preparing a splendid NEW YEAR BRUNCH in Church House, Church Lane. It is intend-ed for this to take the form of a “rolling meal” - just feel free to drop in at any time between 10.30am and 1pm.This is an good opportunity to catch up on post-Christmas news, make new friends and learn of The Friends programme of varied events over the next few months.Tickets, priced at £10 each, can be obtained from ear-ly-December at Jasmines Florists in the High Street; or via The Friends TicketLine on (01273) 492294.Anthony Abbott



BRIGHTON COMEDY PROMOTER WINS WOMEN’S BUSINESS AWARDKerry Herbert, a Mum who runs two comedy busi-nesses from her home in Hove, was announced as the Winner of Brighton & Sussex Home Based Busi-ness of the Year at the Venus Awards in October at the Grand Hotel, Brighton. Kerry, who runs Charity Chuckle at the Komedia, has helped to raise over £14,000 for local charities and has worked with co-medians including Al Murray, Josh Widdicombe, Lucy Porter and Stewart Lee.Kerry said, “I am delighted to have been given this award - I always did like homework. Most of my time is spent backstage and incognito, so it’s doubly re-warding to achieve business recognition at the Brigh-ton Women’s Oscars where I can slip out of my flats and into a pair of Eddie Izzard high heels.” Charity Chuckle is on every second Tuesday of the month at the Brighton Komedia. The next show is on Tuesday 9 December. See www.charitychuckle.co.uk for details. Kerry Herbert

CYCLING SUCCESSCongratulations to 10yr old Alex Eely, one of our ‘regulars’ who cycled 100 miles in two days to raise money for the fight against Ebola in Sierra Leone. Alex, who goes to St Peters school in Cowfold which is twinned with a school in Sierra Leone, has raised to-date nearly £600. Thank you to all our customers

who sponsored and donated to this worthy cause.Brian and Zoe Snell, The Bull

RAISING MONEY FOR THE ROCK-INGHORSE APPEALBluebells Day Nursery in Partridge Green will be join-ing local schools by taking part in Rockinghorse’s Christmas fundraiser, ‘Dress as an Elf on the Twelfth’. Staff and children will be getting festive and wearing red and green to school on 12 December to help raise money for local sick children. Manager Jo Al-Tarafi said “We are all very excited to be raising money for such a great cause, to be able to help and support families and children through tough times is the best Christmas present of all!”Rockinghorse is the official fundraising arm of the Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital (the Alex) and a vital supporter of the Trevor Mann Baby Unit (TMBU) in Brighton and its sister site, the Special Care Baby Unit based in Haywards Heath. Charlotte Gough-Cooper from Rockinghorse said: “This is our second year of Dress as an Elf on the Twelfth and we’re so pleased that Bluebells Day Nursery is taking part. We hope that everyone has a great time and really gets into the spirit of Christmas. The money raised will make a big difference to children in hospital at this time of year.” To find out more or to take part in about Dress as an Elf on the Twelfth see www.rockinghorse.org.uk/get-involved/christmas or call 01273 330044.

Visit Rushfields for a magical Christmas

This season we have our biggest ever selection of dazzling festive decorations – everything you will need for a beautiful, unique and stylish Christmas

Enjoy a real tree from our huge selection of varieties and sizes, filling your home with the natural Christmassy scent of pine


Visit Rushfields for a magical Christmas

This season we have our biggest ever selection of dazzling festive decorations – everything you will need for a beautiful, unique and stylish Christmas

Enjoy a real tree from our huge selection of varieties and sizes, filling your home with the natural Christmassy scent of pine


Whether you need to find the perfect gift for a food lover, or invest in some quality kitchen equipment for the big day our kitchen shop has a fantastic range of cook and bake-ware. From professional to basic items you are sure to find what you need at competitive prices. And for creating the perfect ambiance for your festive feast we have a stunning range of festive table linens, candles and candle sticks, as well as carving dishes, serving bowls and cake stands.

We are well established and we have been trading on Henfield High Street for over forty years. All of us who work in the shop are local and we are passionate about supporting our local community. We aim to make shopping at Henfield Furnishings Cook & Gift Shop an enjoyable experience and we give all our customers (both regular and new), the same friendly and personal service. Do pop in and see us and let us help make your Christmas easy.

Katrina, Gill, Jo and Izzy

High Street, Henfield, BN5 9DB01273 492204

Before you get into a panic about Christmas shopping , pay a visit to Henfield Furnishings cook and gift shop on the High Street. We have carefully selected a quality range of gorgeous gifts, dazzling decorations , trees and garlands and fabulous cook and table ware to inspire you this festive season, all without leaving Henfield.

Our original gift range has something for all ages and all budgets including colourful glassware, fine china, striking jewellery, pretty scarves, elegant photo frames and much much more. For children we have lots of ideas for presents (either for Christmas , or that last minute party invitation) including cooking sets, aprons, money boxes and cuddly bears.

Henfield Furnishings Cook and Gift Shop

Mon & Tues: 7am – 6pmWed: 7am – 7.30pmThurs: 7am – 6pm

Fri: 7am – 7.30pm Sat: 7am – 7.30pmSun: 7am – 4pm

Stokes opening hours

Tel: 01273 492032, 1 Commercial Buildings, High Street, Henfield, West Sussex, BN5 9DE

Calling all childrenCome to Stokes with your letter for Father Christmas and

get a prize from our lucky dip free of charge.

Father Christmas will be replying to all letters!

Whether you need to find the perfect gift for a food lover, or invest in some quality kitchen equipment for the big day our kitchen shop has a fantastic range of cook and bake-ware. From professional to basic items you are sure to find what you need at competitive prices. And for creating the perfect ambiance for your festive feast we have a stunning range of festive table linens, candles and candle sticks, as well as carving dishes, serving bowls and cake stands.

We are well established and we have been trading on Henfield High Street for over forty years. All of us who work in the shop are local and we are passionate about supporting our local community. We aim to make shopping at Henfield Furnishings Cook & Gift Shop an enjoyable experience and we give all our customers (both regular and new), the same friendly and personal service. Do pop in and see us and let us help make your Christmas easy.

Katrina, Gill, Jo and Izzy

High Street, Henfield, BN5 9DB01273 492204

Before you get into a panic about Christmas shopping , pay a visit to Henfield Furnishings cook and gift shop on the High Street. We have carefully selected a quality range of gorgeous gifts, dazzling decorations , trees and garlands and fabulous cook and table ware to inspire you this festive season, all without leaving Henfield.

Our original gift range has something for all ages and all budgets including colourful glassware, fine china, striking jewellery, pretty scarves, elegant photo frames and much much more. For children we have lots of ideas for presents (either for Christmas , or that last minute party invitation) including cooking sets, aprons, money boxes and cuddly bears.

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Christmas is a magical time of year, but creating that magic takes a lot of time and effort which can sometimes feel quite daunting! We are extremely

lucky to have a very vibrant high street in Henfield as well as some well-established independent traders only a little further afield. So before you head off to a an anonymous shopping centre or start clicking online, take a look at all the wonderful things that are available on our doorstep.Trees and decorationsSome of you have probably had you decorations up for weeks, but for those of us who are little less organised there are plenty of local options. Christmas trees Rushfields Garden Centre, Swains Farm Shop, Heritage Wood Yard and Jeremy’s all sell real fir trees in a range of sizes as well as fresh Christmas wreaths for your door. Here at BN5 magazine we firmly believe that you can never have too many Christmas lights and Hamfelds Home & Garden have a fantastic selection of indoor and outdoor lights in their Christmas Shop in a variety of lengths and colours. They also stock extension leads and mains socket adaptors for if you get a bit carried away! Henfield Furnishings Cook & Gift Shop has a charming range of tree decorations as well as miniature lighted Christmas trees and some gorgeous festive table linen - perfect for adding that finishing touch to the Christmas table.

Cards and wrapping Call us old-fashioned, but in this age of email it is always very special to receive a Christmas card though the door. Stokes of Henfield stock a wide range of Christmas cards and wrapping paper as well as gift bags, ribbons and bows for making those Christmas parcels look extra special. If you like to support charities, why not take a look at the Christmas cards on sale in the St Barnabas House and the Age UK charity shops on the High Street? By buying your cards from these shops you will be donating to two very worthy causes. Steyning Bookshop has a gorgeous selection of cards and gift wrap, including charity cards. Design Copy Print will even reproduce your artwork or photographs as personalised Christmas cards.

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Food and drinkSharing food with family and friends is a big part of the festive season, whether you like a traditional turkey or a more alternative approach. Rushfields Farm Shop stocks a fantastic range of locally sourced and homemade produce including: meat, award-winning pies, sausages, chutneys, cheese, beer, wine and chocolate – it’s a real Aladdin’s cave! Millbrook Meats and Charcuterie supply poultry, as well as hams, bacon and sausages, and their cured meats are prepared on site. Springs Smoked Salmon, renowned for their delicious smoked salmon, have an enormous range of fresh and frozen fish and seafood, as well as delicious starters, quiches, pies and deserts. For a fabulous range of fruit, salads and vegetables (including sprouts!), as well as locally produced apple juice head to Swains Farm Shop or Jeremy’s. Parking is fantastically easy at Swains and Jeremy’s will deliver your order direct to your door. Dark Star Brewing has a great section of locally brewed beers which you can buy by the bottle or the barrel as well as various sizes in-between.For eating out, Taste Deli is perfect for meeting friends for coffee and cake or lunch. And if you are planning a party but don’t want the hassle of cooking, Taste Deli also do outside catering. It’s always nice to get out and about over the festive period to walk or cycle off some of that over-indulgence. Stan’s Bike Shack on the Downs Link between Henfield and Partridge Green is the perfect place to stop, catch your breath and have a warming cup of something (and maybe just a small piece of cake!). We have a very lively pub scene in and around Henfield and they all have lots of festive fun planned this season, details of which you will find on their adverts in this magazine: Check out The White Hart, The Cat & Canary, The Plough, The Fox, The George, The Shepherd & Dog and The Bull, all of whom will be able to help get you into the Christmas spirit. If you are looking for a venue for a Christmas lunch or party, the Pavilion Restaurant at Singing Hills Golf Course offers dinning in beautiful surroundings as does the Glass House restaurant at Wickwoods.

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GiftsGift buying has the potential to cause stress at Christmas, but with a bit of careful thought and planning, you won’t have to join the panicking hordes on Christmas Eve! Many local shops like Bay Tree Trading and Village Care stock an array of tempting gifts which can be gift wrapped for you. If you are looking for unique ideas we are extremely lucky to have some very creative artists living locally. Katherine Lawrie Jewellery creates stunning silver jewellery with semi-precious stones, from earrings and necklaces to bracelets and cufflinks. Shoreham Gallery exhibits a diverse range of art and craft from talented local artists including stained glass, pottery, sculpture, paintings and photography - there is something for everyone. Or the more artistic amongst you (or your very artistic children!), could create your own personal work of art at Miss Potts pottery painting studio.The Steyning Bookshop has a beautiful range of small Christmas gifts for both adults and children. And if the book you are after isn’t in stock, they can usually order it in for you. The Heritage Wood Yard in Shipley is definitely worth a visit at this time of year and not just for their logs – the wood yard its self looks magical and they stock a quirky range of wooden gifts, log candles, Moroccan lanterns and fire pits.Food and drink always make lovely gifts at Christmas. Rushfields Farm Shop stock a delicious range of local beers, wines and cheeses and you can choose to have your selection beautifully presented in a hamper.

For the more practically minded, Hamfelds Home & Garden stock a good range of power tools and other DIY essentials at competitive prices. From tape measures to torches and drills to grinders, Hamfelds have it covered. If you are buying for an aspiring Mary Berry or Jamie Oliver, take a look at Henfield Furnishing Cook and Gift Shop which has a real treasure trove of cookware. Village Care has lovely toiletries and some interesting gifts which are also very practical, as well as delicious Belgian chocolates. And if you know someone who would love a bit of pampering (yes please!), then why not give them a gift voucher from one of our local hair salons or beauty therapists such as Pinks, Hair and Co, Hyatt’s, Natasha’s, The Beauty Room or The Beauty Room at Blackstone to name a few?And finally, what could be better for the person who has everything than one of BN5’s Henfield 2015 Calendars? This glossy and colourful calendar has lots of local images and we are very proud of it. It’s available for a £6 donation to HART and every penny of that £6 will go to the charity. You can pick up a copy from various locations around the village including Stokes, Henfield Club, Village Care, Taste Deli, The White Hart, The Plough, Swains, Design Copy Print, Rushfields and Coles Automotive. We will also be selling it at the Village Christmas Evening on Friday 12 December – look out for us on the BN5 stand outside Barclays Bank!Sarah Butler

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MISS POTTSPOTTERY PAINTING STUDIO

Open Monday to Saturday:

9am – 5pm

Free cup of tea, coffee or squash

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Call Lee on 07921 724101

Combined 90 years’ experience in meat and catering

Fresh meat, including Christmas Geese and Turkey

Hams, bacon, sausages and sliced meats

We smoke, salt & cure on site If we don’t have it we will do

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Next day free local delivery

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Christmas Menu £13.95 for 2 courses£15.95 for 3 courses

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St Peter’s Church, HenfieldSunday 21st December6.30pm Carol Service - drinks and mince pies will be served afterwards

Christmas Eve Wednesday 24th December 4pm Crib Service11.30pm Midnight Communion

Christmas Day Thursday 25th December10am Christmas Communion

St Peter’s Church, WoodmancoteSunday 21st December11am Carol Service

Christmas Eve Wednesday 24th December10pm Christmas Eve Communion

Christmas Day Thursday 25th December9.45am Christmas Communion

St Giles’ Church, ShermanburySunday 14th December11.15am Carol Service

Christmas Eve Wednesday 24th December11.30pm Midnight Communion


Henfield Evangelical Free ChurchSunday 14th December10.30am Service with Compassion Children’s DVD

Sunday 21st December6.30pm Carols-by-Candlelight followed by tea/coffee and mince pies

Christmas Day Thursday 25th December10.30am Christmas Morning Service with Compassion Children’s Offering

Sunday 28th December10.30am Service with Guest Speaker: Trevor Smetham

Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Church, Tanyard, HenfieldChristmas Eve Wednesday 24th December10am Mass of the day6.30pm First Mass of Christmas

Christmas Day Thursday 25th December9.45am Mass of the Nativity

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St Peter’s Church, HenfieldSunday 21st December6.30pm Carol Service - drinks and mince pies will be served afterwards

Christmas Eve Wednesday 24th December 4pm Crib Service11.30pm Midnight Communion

Christmas Day Thursday 25th December10am Christmas Communion

St Peter’s Church, WoodmancoteSunday 21st December11am Carol Service

Christmas Eve Wednesday 24th December10pm Christmas Eve Communion


St Giles’ Church, ShermanburySunday 14th December11.15am Carol Service

Christmas Eve Wednesday 24th December11.30pm Midnight Communion


Henfield Evangelical Free ChurchSunday 14th December10.30am Service with Compassion Children’s DVD

Sunday 21st December6.30pm Carols-by-Candlelight followed by tea/coffee and mince pies

Christmas Day Thursday 25th December10.30am Christmas Morning Service with Compassion Children’s Offering

Sunday 28th December10.30am Service with Guest Speaker: Trevor Smetham

Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Church, Tanyard, HenfieldChristmas Eve Wednesday 24th December10am Mass of the day6.30pm First Mass of Christmas

Christmas Day Thursday 25th December9.45am Mass of the Nativity


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One of the shepherds wants to go and see baby Jesus, but he can’t find all his sheep! Can you help him find them?

Collect a trail leaflet from the library listing all the shops he has visited in the village and then go and try to find his sheep. Write down the name of each sheep you find on the form. We also want you to see if you can guess the name of the Shepherd who lost all the sheep. There will be a small prize for everyone who correctly names all the sheep and guesses the name of the shepherd who lost them! You will find sheep in Budgens, Hamfelds, Jeremy’s, Village Care, Stokes, St Barnabas, Henfield Furnishings, The Post Office, Bar-nards Bakery and Henfield Library.Did you love the sheep? It would be great if you could create a picture (no bigger than A4) of the sheep all safe and sound with their shepherd. We will be awarding a prize for the best ones. Once you have found all the sheep and drawn us a picture, you can drop off your completed forms and pictures in the collection box in the library be-fore Wednesday 17 December. Don’t forget to put your name, school year and phone number on the back of your picture. The First ChristmasOn the 25th December we celebrate Christmas, the birthday of Jesus who was called Christ.Before Jesus was born, his parents, Mary and Joseph, went to a town called Bethlehem. It was very busy and they couldn’t find anywhere to stay. A friendly inn-keeper let them sleep in his stable with the animals. Jesus was born, and Mary wrapped him in cloths and

The Nativity Sheep Trail

put him in the manger. A star appeared in the sky over the stable.Out in the fields, some shepherds were looking af-ter their sheep when suddenly an angel appeared. The shepherds were very scared. The angel told the shepherds not to be scared because he had brought good news. He told them that Jesus had been born and that he would be the person who would save the world. He told the shepherds to go and see Jesus. Then there were lots more angels who sang glory to God and peace on earth. The shepherds went to see the baby Jesus. They knelt down in front of the man-ger and were very happy that they had found the one who had been sent by God. When they left, they told everybody they could find about Jesus and about how he was going to save the world.Later on, some wise men came from the East to see Jesus. They brought special gifts because they knew that Jesus was a king. They were surprised that he had been born in a stable and not in a palace. They worshipped Jesus and gave him gifts of gold, frankin-cense and myrrh.Each Christmas we celebrate Jesus being born. God gave us Jesus as a present to show that he loves us. Each Christmas we give each other pres-ents to show people that we love them.Come along to the Free Church Hall on Saturday 20 December anytime between 10am and 11.30am for refreshments and to meet the Shepherd and all his sheep. Your wonderful pictures will be on display, and winners will be announced and can collect their prizes. Good luck everyone!Jean Whiting, Henfield Evangelical Free Church


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Barbara DicksonBEAUTY THERAPIST

for all your beauty needs with 30 years’ experience

Now in Fawn Rise – Henfield(formally The Beauty Room Steyning)

01273 493405Decleor Facials

Traditional pedicures & manicuresWaxing & Electrolysis

Eyelash tinting & shapingEar piercing

Stockists of Decleor, Jessica nail and Australian Tea Tree products.

New natural, vegan range Tropic

At Blackstone near Henfield

Special Offer Free mini manicure with all

treatments or combination of treatments over £25 in December

Call Louise or visit the website

for a full list of treatments 01273 494202 07711 927215

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The Beauty Room

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…for you and your homeCALL NOW 01273 494990

• Friendship and laughter

• Help with everyday living and personal care

• Family support through respite visits and advice

• Social outings and help with appointments

• Choice in how you want things done

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• Local staff ensuring reliability

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Specialists in Dementia and End of Life CareExceeding all the standards required by the Care Quality Commission,

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Live Band Boxing Day “Davesons” R&R Blues 8.30pm

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Disco Christmas Eve 8 - 12New YearsEve DiscoFree entry & buffet

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If you haven’t already, then clear your diary for the evening of Friday 12 December because it’s Henfield’s Christmas evening!

In what has become a lovely local tradition the shops on the high street will be staying open until 8pm and enticing customers with glorious window displays and special offers, as well as drinks and nibbles (works for us every time!).There will also be carol singers, and plenty of char-ity stalls (including of course BN5 selling the Henfield Calendar 2015 in aid of HART). Santa will be welcom-ing children to his grotto in the bus shelter whilst the BP Guild look after his sleigh for him.There is a lovely festive atmosphere on the evening and a real sense of community spirit, so please do come along between 4 and 8pm to support our won-derful local shops and charities.See you there!Sarah Butler

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We will give you something to smile about

Delivering Better Dentistry

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At the Mallards we cater for all your dental needs including:• Routine dental care for the whole family• Dental hygienists• Implants• Tooth whitening• Snoring & sleep apnea devices• Cosmetic treatments• Same day crowns & bridges with Cerec technology• Smile makeovers

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Easy on-site parking with wheelchair access.

Please feel free to pop in to discuss your dentalneeds with our friendly experienced staff.

Peter Apostolopoulos D.D.S & Associates

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2 Mallard Way, Henfield, BN5 9HFor call us on 01273 495966

NURSERYHigh quality care and

education for children aged 0-5 in a rural setting justfive minutes from Henfield

7.30am - 7.00pm51 weeks of the year

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Everything for your home and garden under one roof!

Visit our garden shop for a huge range of Xmas lights & decorations at unbeatable prices!

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Small Family run business offeringlove & fun for canines!

Call Louise01273 492055 / 07984 437615

Dog Walking Service with over10 years experience

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£6.00 per hr / £3.00 per half hr

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A welcoming practice offering personalservices and quality veterinary care forall your family pets’ needs.

Please feel free to contact Jonathan and Annelise Underwood MRCVS and Associates to discuss any aspect of your pets’ care at the practice.

The Old Bakehouse | High Street | Partridge Green | RH13 8HU 01403 710332Wantley Cottages | London Road | Henfield | BN5 9JP 01273 495227

Email: [email protected]

HawthornVeterinary SurgeriesPartridge Green and Henfield

Happy Christmas

Fixed Price Dentalsin December & January

Dog £150 • Cat £130Includes descale, polish & extractions

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IN THE DOGHOUSEA Mobile Dog Grooming Service

All breed and domestic cuts catered for

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It seems strange to be writing a festive article when my son is rampaging around the house in an eye damagingly bright orange pumpkin t-shirt

in preparation for Hallowe’en! But from the pet perspective, there are a couple of parallels between Hallowe’en/Bonfire Night and Christmas/New Year which are worth being aware of:Dietary Indiscretion (or eating the wrong thing): the festive period usually means plenty of sweets around for dogs to steal. While I’m sure eating a whole pack of Haribo Starmix is not great for the digestive system, if you are a dog, its chocolate that presents a danger. Without fail we always see several dogs over the festive period who have managed to ‘source’ some contraband chocolate. Whether this is the more enterprising pooch who has opened a present under the tree or just an opportunist who has snaffled something from the table, chocolate can be poisonous to dogs. If yours has managed to seize some confectionery related plunder, then it’s best to seek veterinary advice. If you have a young cat, watch out for games with tinsel – if swallowed, it can cause a nasty intestinal obstruction which requires surgical intervention to resolve. Other toxins which are more likely to be encountered around Christmas or in winter are:

• Grapes and raisins can cause severe renal failure in some dogs, while others can eat a whole bunch with no consequences.• The sweet taste of anti-freeze makes it tempting for cats, but again it is very toxic to the kidneys and unless treatment is given very quickly, the outcome is often fatal.• Macadamia nuts are toxic to some dogs and cause depression, vomiting and an elevated heart rate.

Fireworks are much more prevalent around Bonfire night, but tend to have a revival during the festive period as well. Many pets find the loud bangs and flashes very stressful and we see many pets for this reason. We have a variety of treatment options available including: de-sensitisation CDs which play recordings of fireworks to allow your pet to get used to them; over-the-counter natural calming medications; and prescription medications for those pets which are unresponsive to other treatment which work to reduce anxiety (sometimes accompanied by a mild sedative effect).Hopefully the above will make for a happy, incident free Christmas for your pet! However, if you do have any concerns then please contact us. Often we can advise you over the phone, although sometimes a visit to the surgery is required. Merry Christmas from everyone at Hawthorn Vets!Jonathan [email protected] Old Bakehouse, High Street, Partridge Green, RH13 8HU 01403 710332

Wantley Cottages, London Rd, Henfield, BN5 9JP 01273 495227

Keeping your pet healthy and happy over Christmas

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Are you aged between 13 and 20? Are you ready for a challenge and up for fun, adventure, incredible experiences and making new friends? Then check

out the Steyning Air Cadets.Sponsored by the Royal Air Force, the Air Cadets are a UK-wide youth organisation with more than 40,000 members. As an Air Cadet you’ll have the opportunity to take part in some pretty amazing activities. Do you want to have real flight experience? Once you have learnt the basic knowledge of how an aircraft works, you’ll be able to go up in an aircraft or glider as a passenger at least once every year. Do you enjoy adventures? Kayaking, hill walking, camping, caving, mountain biking, offshore sailing and winter sports are just a few of the adventurous activities you can take part in. And the long list of activities doesn’t stop there: rifle shooting, sport and music are just some of the other activities you can do with the Air Cadets.As the Cadets will tell you, the Steyning squadron is very dynamic and they are kept very busy all year round. They meet every Tuesday and Thursday evening from 7.30 to 9.30pm every week for parade, with just a break for a couple of weeks over the Christmas and New Year period. Outdoor training in field-craft for military skills takes place in the Steyning Downlands area on the Wiston Estate. But it’s not all boot camp - although the Cadets work hard, they also play hard! During the summer months there are expeditions or

camps nearly every weekend and recent trips have included the Farnborough Airshow and the Royal International Air Tattoo. As well as getting up close to aircraft and exploring the trade shows, cadets also have chance to have fun with themed barbeques and other social events. Whilst you’re having fun you’ll also learn some invaluable life skills which will challenge and develop your abilities. These skills include: confidence; self-discipline; leadership; team work; presenting; first aid; self-motivation; problem solving; and communicating. You will also have the opportunity to study for BTEC qualifications using an online exam system in subjects such as aviation studies and music (both worth four GCSEs), as well as public services (worth two GCSEs). Whether you are just looking for fun and adventure, or whether you are thinking ahead about a career, all the skills and experience you will gain through your cadet membership will give you a head start in life. Whatever you want to do, Air Cadets will help you to succeed.The Steyning squadron commander is Flight Lieutenant Dave Emsley and he is supported by 10 staff who volunteer on a rota basis. All leaders are fully CRB checked and are qualified for the activities that they lead. For more information about joining Steyning Air Cadets email [email protected] or see www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets for more information.Sarah Butler

Ready for a challenge?

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Corporal Hannah Law“In Air Cadets we get to do fun activities, go on camps every year and we also get to fly – it’s amazing! Being a part of Cadets has given me a lot more confidence – I used to be the person who stood in the corner and never spoke to anyone. But now I’m a corporal and it’s pretty cool!”

“There is much more personal interaction in cadets than there is in school - you can’t really talk in class at school. You meet a whole range of people from different places when you go on camp.”

Corporal Felix Freeman-Hawker“Both my grandfathers were engineers for British Airways and I want to be an air nautical engineer for either the RAF or a commercial airline.”

“There is a real sense of belonging through the rank structure and the higher up the ranks you go, the better it gets in terms of responsibility. At age 16 you get to do more activities and at age 18 you get to do parachuting!”

Corporal Sam Smith“My family have always been in and around the aviation industry and I want to become an RAF pilot.

“The great think about air cadets is meeting new people and the diverse activities – there are lots more activities available than at school. You learn to work with people and how to communicate better. You are always with people and you are never alone. There is never a point where someone is left out or excluded from an activity.”

“When I first joined I was so shy and it took a lot of guts to come along to the first session. Cadets have really changed me as a person - I wouldn’t have been this confident three years ago when Ifirst joined.”


High quality, professional & trustworthy service36 years qualified experienceFamily run company based inHenfield

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• Stump Grinding• Pruning • Felling • Climbing • Wood Chipper

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Curtainmaking - Blinds & Clothing AlterationsBarbara Ritchie

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for more information [email protected]

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MILEOAKSERVICES est1992� Servicing & repairs� For all makes & models - cars & commercial� Engine management diagnostics� MOT & welding repairs� Local collection & delivery

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• Boiler installation, service & repair specialist• Landlord Safety Certificates issued, gas cookers

& fires installed & serviced • All aspects of plumbing work undertakenNo job too small - No VAT to pay

Call Matthew on 07979 746239 for prompt & reliable service


ADRIANOVERLocal Plasterer

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and rendering.For free estimates and a prompt,friendly service please call Henfield

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DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRSN. Constantine

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•Surveys,Planning&Design•Residentialprojects-largeandsmall•DevelopmentofDesignbrief•PlanningApplications&liaisonwithplanningauthorities•BuildingRegulationsApplications•ListedBuildingApplications•PreparationofTenders•AdviceonchoiceofContractor•Sitesupervision•GuidanceonInteriorDesign•Friendly,helpfuladviceSee website for full details

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A. STENNINGYOUR LOCAL PLUMBING AND HEATING CONTRACTOR

CENTRAL HEATING SPECIALISTS

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Set adrift by your Financial Adviser?

Nsure Financial Services provide Independent Financial Advice.Nsure Financial Services Ltd, Nsure House,93 Rowlands Road, Worthing, BN11 3JXAuthorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. www.nsure.co.uk

Warning: The value of your investment may go down as well as up.

If your bank’s Financial Adviser has been a littlequiet lately – there may be a very good reason.Recently, most of the high street banks have laidoff their entire team of Financial Advisers –leaving you high and dry. With no-one to talk to,who can you turn to for sound financial advice andinvestment planning?Here at Nsure, we have been inundated with callsfrom people who have been effectively ‘orphaned’by their banks.

If this has happened to you – we’d like to hearfrom you. We’re only too happy to offer unbiased, independent advice and, unlike many of the banks,we’ll keep you informed at every step of the way.To arrange a FREE review, call Sarah Gray today on:

01903 821010When you can’t bank on the banks – you canbank on us.

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Nsure Financial Services provide Independent Financial Advice.Contact Sarah Gray 01903 821010. Nsure Financial Services Ltd, Nsure House, 93 Rowlands Road, Worthing, BN11 3JX. www.nsure.co.uk Authorised & regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Warning: The value of your investment may go down as well as up.

Parents and grandparents are increasingly giving children money instead

of buying them gifts for Christmas and birthdays. The future for our young is paved with the need for bigger deposits to buy a home,

higher education costs and of course inflation. Whilst some may criticise for showing a lack of imagination, in the long run it can bring more long term happiness than this year’s long forgotten top toy.Savings accounts and premium bonds are familiar ideas but two less considered options are pensions ISAs.PensionsChildren are allowed to have up to £3,600 paid into a pension each tax year, despite the fact they are unlikely be earning. Realistically it will be relatives paying on their behalf. However, the child still receives the tax relief, with all contributions grossed up by 20%. Therefore for the maximum £3,600 to be paid in you only actually pay £2,880. To look at it another way if you were to pay a more typical £100 into a pension £125 would actually be invested. It may seem extreme to consider pensions for a child but money paid in early on can really make a difference. If you paid £100 in, left it invested for 50 years, assumed a 5% growth rate after charges it would be worth £1,146.

Currently you cannot access your pension until you are at least 55 – often considered a disadvantage. However, you may be quite pleased that they cannot access this money at 18 when they may not spend it in an appropriate way.Junior ISAs As with their adult equivalents you have both a savings account version and an investment version of a junior ISA. Which is most appropriate depends on attitudes to risk and the child’s age. Generally speaking the younger the child the more likely it is that the investment option will be appropriate. As with pensions the maximum that can be paid in is £4,000 each year, but you do not get tax relief, so a £4,000 contribution costs you the whole £4,000. The money does grow tax free and the ‘£100 rule’ does not apply to parents. However, the account is theirs to do with as they wish when they are 18.So this year consider a gift that gives your children and grandchildren more than just a Happy Christmas!Richard Cohen, FPFS, Chartered Financial Planner

Christmas presents that last a lifetime!

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As we come to the end of 2014, I thought it would be helpful to provide a

guide to all the rates/rules regarding pay for staff.Minimum hourly wage from 1 Oct 2014 (from 1 Oct 2013)• Apprentices (Under

19 or 19 and over if in first year of apprenticeship) = £2.73 (£2.68)• 16-17 years (No longer compulsory school age) = £3.79 (£3.72)• 18-20 years old and trainees = £5.13 (£5.03)• 21 years and over = £6.50 (£6.31)

Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Rate from 6 April 2014 (from 6 April 2013)

• Weekly rate = £87.55 (£86.70)• Daily rate = £17.51 (£17.34) (Number of qualifying days = 5)• Total SSP per year = 28 Weeks (196 days)• Lower Earnings Limit = must be over £111.00 (£109.00) per week and £481.00 (£472.33) per month to qualify

Recovery of SSP was abolished from April going forward, although employers may be able to recover in respect of previous tax years but only until 5 April 2016.Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) and Statutory Adoption Pay (SAP) from 6 April 2014 (from April 2013)

• First six weeks = 90% of average weekly wages• For next 33 weeks (SAP for full 39 weeks) = The lesser of 90% of average weekly earnings or £138.18 (£136.78)• SMP = 39 Weeks• Lower Earnings Limit = must be over £111.00 (£109.00) per week and £481.00 (£472.33) per month to qualify

Statutory Paternity Pay (SPP) from April 2014 (from April 2013)Two weeks’ leave to be taken within 56 days of the date of birth of the baby. The rate is the lesser of

A guide to staff pay and ratesearnings related to pay, i.e. 90% of average weekly earnings, or the standard rate of £138.18 (£136.78) per week. To qualify, must earn over £111.00 per week and £481.00 (£472.33) per month.FundingEmployers whose annual liability for Class 1 NIC is more than £45,000 are entitled to recover 92% of the SMP/SPP/SAP they pay. The Small Employer’s Relief threshold is £45,000 or less for NI payments made in the previous tax year. If a business qualifies for Small Employer’s Relief, they are entitled to compensation for Employer’s NI. This additional amount is 3%.They can also recover 100% of the SMP/SPP/SAP they pay.Statutory Redundancy Pay

• New ceiling from 6 April 2014 (from 1 Feb 2013) = £464 per week (£450)• Maximum Payment = £13,920 (£13,500)• Minimum qualification (if employment commenced on or after 6 April 2012) = 2 years continuous employment

Current Tribunal Awards• Compensatory award for unfair dismissal from 6 April 2014 (excludes Health & Safety (H&S)• or whistleblowing which are uncapped) = £76,574 (£74,200)• Maximum basic award for unfair dismissal = £13,920 (£13,500)• Maximum award for breach of contract = £25,000• Dismissal on Trade Union (TU), Occupational Pension Trustee, Employee Representative grounds: Maximum basic award = £13,920 (£13,500). Minimum basic award = £5,676 (£5,500. Compensatory award = £76,524 (£74,200)• Maximum basic award for H&S, protected disclosure = £13,920 (£13,500)• Compensatory award for H&S, protected disclosure = no limit• Maximum award for employees excluded / expelled from TU = £90,494 (£87,700)

Guaranteed Payment for short-time working• Maximum payment of £25 (£24.20) per day from 6 April 2014 (from 1 Feb 2013).• Month’s continuous employment for a maximum of 5 days in any 3 month period – total £125 (£121.00)

Paul SamrahFor further advice on this or other business issues, contact Paul Samrah on 01737 781546 or email [email protected]

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