BN5 magazine February 2014

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07 What’s onlistings

13 Newsfrom the BN5 area

24 Local interestPaddling for Rio

26 CharityHenfield Lions charity

30 CharityThe Air Ambulance

34 CountrysideCountryside Rangers

37 Local interestReview of Aladdin

39 Local interestLAMBS group

45 Pet careFrom Hawthorn Vets

63 Financefrom Nsure

64 Businesswith Paul Samrah

66 Indexof advertisers

Many thanks to our editorial and photographic contributors this month;Paul Samrah, Mike Beardall, Louise Gandolfi, LAMBS, Jonathan Underwood, Jean Pierre Pirault, Carson Albury and Richard Cohen.Cover artwork 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 March issue of BN5 magazine is Friday 31 January. For editorial submissions email Emma Osman [email protected] or just call us for a chat on 01273 494002.

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It was my great pleasure to meet Adam Simmons, athlete and Paralympic 2014 hopeful, who is currently in full time training to become Team GB representative in the Kayak Sprint. He’s pictured on our cover, on a very cold but sunny January morning during one of his training sessions. Read more about Adam on page 24, we’ll be following him as he competes against the best. He’s determined, competitive and very grounded; we wish him the best of luck and hope to see him on the podium in 2014, in rather sunnier conditions than our cover shot!

Our February edition has plenty to read, with two articles about charities - one our local Lions Club, who are looking for some volunteers. So, if one of your new year’s resolutions was to help others, then look no further. They’re such a friendly group and your commitment is completely according to how much time you have to give - so give it a try. The other charity is the fabulous Air Ambulance, which will now be operating 24 hours. Support them where you can, it’s incredibly costly to keep them in the air but they have saved countless lives.

Our website is up and running, please use it and give us your feedback. You can post submissions for events or news items through the website. www.bn5magazine.co.uk

Have a great month, we are hoping for a little less rain and a little more sunshine!

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

Tai ChiMaidment Court, 2-3pm (& every Tues)For more details contact the Scheme Manager Carol Rawlings on 01403 226178 or 07967 054742 [email protected]

Henfield Garden ClubHenfield Hall, 7.30pmTalk from Neil Miller entitled ‘The Secrets of Hever Castle’. Coffee and tea will be available. Admission £3. For membership contact Linda Beresford on 01273 492497 or e-mail [email protected]

Pub QuizWhite Hart, 8.30pm (& 18th)Entry £2 a head. In aid of HART. Teams up to six. Cash prize for win-ners. Call 01273 492006 to reserve table.

Wednesday 5Children & Family Information CentreCowfold Village Hall, 9.30–11.30am (& every Weds)Part of Rural Henfield, Steyning & Upper Beeding Children & Fam-ily Centres. Call 01403 864668 for more information.

HDC Health WalkLock Estate & River Adur, 11am5.5 miles, no dogs. Park in car park at the rear of Partridge Green Village Hall. Call Jean on 01403 250869.

The MarketJack Dunckley’s Birchfield Nursery, 12-2pm (& every 1st Weds)Local produce market.

Henfield Computer ClubHenfield Leisure Centre , 12.45-2.45pm (and all Wednesdays)A friendly club helping you to get to grips with the basics of computers and tablets. All welcome, improve your skills and get online! Contact Alison Vine on 01273 492620.

Tai Chi & QigongHenfield Hall, 5.30-7pm (& all Weds)

Plus: Youth Club, 7.30-9pm (and all Weds)New Tai Chi classes for begin-ners. £7.50 per class or £24 for 4 consecutive classes.Contact Irvin Morris on 01903 810131 or 07825 453916 or email [email protected]

Henfield Joggers Henfield Leisure Centre, 7pm (& every Weds)Beginners course - a run/walk pro-gramme building up to a distance of 3-4 miles. Open to all. Email [email protected] or just turn up. Also main meeting running both on and off-road. See www.henfieldjoggers.co.uk

Jolesfield Community ChoirJolesfield School, 7pm (& every Weds)Open to all. Call Elizabeth Carey on 07880 551 751 for more informa-tion or email [email protected]

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

Thursday 6Children & Family Information CentreUpper Beeding Baptist Church, 9am-12pm (& every Thurs)Part of Rural Henfield, Steyning & Upper Beeding Children & Fam-ily Centres. Call 01903 270458 for more information.

Rhyme TimeHenfield Library, 10.15-10.45am (& every Thurs)Free fun with music for pre-schoolers

Circle Dancing Henfield Leisure Centre, 10.40am-12.10pm (& every Thurs)£5 (concessions available) with tea/coffee included. For more informa-tion call Brenda Kelly on 01273 842405.

Henfield 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

Saturday 1 FebruaryHDC Health WalkSouthwater, 2pm3.5 miles, flat, dogs allowed on a lead. Meet in the Country Park car park (off Cripplegate Lane) Call Liz on 01403 263920 or Simon on 01403 260599.

Sunday 2NetballHenfield Leisure Centre, 5-6pm (& every Sunday)For more information call Edna on 01403 710586.

Monday 3Partridge Green Toddlers PG Methodist Church, High Street, 10-11.30am (& every Mon term time)Warm, friendly environment, come for a cuppa and a play! For chil-dren 0-5 years. £2 per family. For more information call Jo on 07926844964 or see our Facebook page.

Beetle DriveMaidment Court, 2.30pm (& every first Mon)For more details contact the Scheme Manager Carol Rawlings on 01403 226178 or 07967 054742 [email protected]

Henfield Badminton ClubHenfield Hall, 7.30-9.30pm (& every Mon)New members always welcome. 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! Call Sally on 01273 494231.

Tuesday 4ChatterboxFree Church Hall, 9.30-11.30am (& every Tues inc half term)Come and have fun! Still £1.50 which includes all refreshments.

HDC Health WalkSteyning, 11am (& 18th)2 mile stroll. Meet at Steyning Health Centre. Call Linda on 01903 816865 or Lyn on 01903 369752.

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

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fuss, no joining fee, no subscrip-tion. Call 01273 495820 or drop in at our regular coffee morning at the White Hart.

Thursday CircleFree Church Hall, 2.30pmOn this occasion we welcome the return of one of our members as our Speaker. Brenda has a fund of stories and we look forward to her talk. Refreshments provided.

Unsquashable – Henfield Squash ClubHenfield Leisure Centre, 7-9pm (& every Thurs)Drop-in and play session only £3.

Crib Maidment Court, 7.30pm (& every Thurs)For more details contact the Scheme Manager Carol Rawlings on 01403 226178 or 07967 054742 [email protected]

Friday 7HDC Health WalkSouthwater, 11am (& 21st)2.5 miles, level, no stiles, suitable for new walkers. Meet in Country Park car park, Cripplegate Lane. Call Pat on 01403 240654.

Henfield Camera ClubEvangelical Free Church, 7.30pmAn evening to discuss photograph-ic topics raised by members.

Bingo Maidment Court, 7.30pm (& every Fri)For more details contact the Scheme Manager Carol Rawlings on 01403 226178 or 07967 054742 [email protected]

Saturday 8HDC Health WalkWiston/Steyning, 9amDownland dog walk, 2 miles, 1¼ hours. Park in Steyning car parks if possible. Call Sally on 07720 850064.

Parish Neighbourhood Plan open eventHenfield Hall, 9.30am-1pmLaunch public involvement in the Neighbourghood Plan. For more information visit the ‘Residents’ section of www.henfieldhub.com and click on ‘Neighbourhood Plan’

Monday 10Steyning Decorative and Fine Arts SocietyThe Steyning Centre, 10.30am-12pmIllustrated lecture by Bertie Pearce ‘The Punch and Judy Show – a subversive symbol from comedia dell’arte to the present day’. Mem-bers and visitors (donation of £5) are warmly welcomed with coffee at 10am. Call 01903814390 or 01903 812232 for more information.

HDC Health WalkNymans Garden, Handcross, 11amNew walk. 4.5 miles, 1.5 -2 hours. Dogs welcome on a short lead. NT Membership NOT needed. Free parking at far end of car park. Metro bus No 271 & 273, bus stop adjacent to car park. Call Jean on 01403 250869.

CribMaidment Court, 2pm (& every 2nd, 3rd & 4th Mon)For more details contact the Scheme Manager Carol Rawlings on 01403 226178 or 07967 054742 [email protected]

Tuesday 11Woodmancote Parish Council MeetingParish Hall, Woodmancote, 7.30pm (& every 2nd Tues)[email protected] for more information.Henfield History GroupFree Church Hall, 8pm (& every 2nd Tues)‘When the school bell rang – the story of education in Dial Post, Par-tridge Green and West Grinstead’ by West Grinstead Local History group. All welcome. Admission £3 for non-members and members by subscription. Call Steve or Ruth on 494121.

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

nate wool, contact Jean on 01273 493171.

Henfield & District Lions – open eveningThe George, Henfield High Street, 7-8pmJoin the Henfield & District Lions for a friendly drink and to find out more about their social and fund-raising activities. You’ll be given a very warm welcome!

Thursday 13Coffee MorningSt Peter’s Church, 10.30-11.30am (& every 2nd Thurs)Join us in St Peters Church for fresh coffee and homemade cakes.

Friday 14Parish Neighbourhood Plan open eventHenfield Hall, 6.30pm-9pmLaunch public involvement in the Neighbourghood Plan. For more information visit the ‘Residents’ section of www.henfieldhub.com and click on ‘Neighbourhood Plan’

Saturday 15HDC Health WalkWest Grinstead, 10.30am4 - 5 miles, no dogs. Meet in Or-chard Restaurant car park on A272. Call Jill on 07780 701184 or Alex on 01403 273751.

Tuesday 18We’re Going On A Bear HuntHenfield Library, 10.30-11.30amFree half term special event based on the children book by Michael Rosen. For 4-7 years. Contact the library for free tickets.

Trefoil GuildHenfield (& every 3rd Tues)Open to anyone over the age of 18 who is willing to support our aims. Come and join us! For more infor-mation call Mary on 01273 492351 or Jane on 01403 710061.

The Royal NavyChurch House, 7.30 pmDerek Sayce recalls his years of service under the White Ensign. A promotion of The Friends of St Pe-ter’s Church. Tickets £5 (Members) and £6 (non-members) from Jas-mines Florists or call 492294.

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Wednesday 19Woodmancote and Henfield WIHenfield Hall 2.15pm ‘Children of Sumatra’ - a talk by Ann Garmston. Tea will be served, ‘Flower of the Month’ competition, and a book and puzzle stall. New members always welcome; call 492419.

Thursday 20HDC Health WalkGeorge & Dragon, Dragons Green, 10am5¾ miles, no dogs. Meet in the pub car park. Call Geoff on 01403 258180 or Pat on 01403 240654.

Starry, starry night in HenfieldWoods Mill, 6-9pmCourse from Sussex Wildlife Trust, suitable for age 10 years and over. See news item for more informa-tion. Booking is essential - please book online at www.sussexwildlife-trust.org.uk/courses or call 01273 497561.

Friday 21Henfield Camera ClubEvangelical Free Church Hall, 7.30pmThird Competition of the season. The set subject is ‘Legs’. Roger Bathard LRPS will be our judge. Visitors and new members always welcome.

Saturday 22Coffee MorningHenfield Hall, 10am–11.30amTrefoil Guild will be holding a coffee morning in aid of a local charity.

Jumble SaleHenfield Hall, 2pmIn aid of Henfield Guide Hut with auction at 2.30pm. For collection of Jumble please contact David Marshall 01403 864591 after 15 February.

Henfield WEAGarden room, Henfield Hall, 2.30pmCoral Reefs – a talk by Andrew Campbell. For more information contact 01273 493966.

Steyning Jazz WorkshopSteyning Grammar School, (& Sun 23nd) Keen to develop those Jazz skills? Leading Jazz tutors and performers lead this two-day workshop from 13years to adults. Cost £50 (adult) and £30 (13-18 years). A joint ven-ture of the Steyning Music Society, Steyning Grammar school & Steyn-ing Jazz Club. Contact Gary Prior, 20 Middlemead, Steyning, BN44 3RG or download form from www.steyningmusicsociety.org

Jazz Tutors ConcertSteyning Centre, 7.30pmSunday 23Jazz students Concert – Sunday 23 FebSteyning Centre, 7pmWednesday 26PopRockerz Dance ClassHenfield Leisure Centre, 3.30-4.15pm ages reception-7, then 4.15-5.15pm ages 8-11 (and all wednesdays)Fun new dance class for energetic kids! Just £5 per session. Contact Vikki on 07525 720392 or [email protected]

Thursday 274SightDay Centre, Henfield, 10.30am-12pm (& every last Thurs)Opportunity for those with sight impairments to meet and socialise with others suffering from sight problems. Occasional speakers, games, quizes, plus tea and cof-fee. Call 01273 454343 or email [email protected]

Friday 28Henfield Birdwatch Garden Room, Henfield Hall. 7.30pmA talk by Dr Phil Atkinson entitled ‘Follow that Cuckoo and other fascinating stories.’ Everyone is welcome. Entrance fee £3 (free to Henfield Birdwatch Members..

Advance notice:Saturday 1 MarchHorse & country quiz nightHenfield Hall, 7.30pmIn aid of The Gambia Horse and Donkey Trust. Refreshments, homemade cakes, super raffle, li-censed bar and a film of the char-ity’s work. Food hamper and wine to the winning team. Please bring any unwanted bits up to 5” for the charity’s bit box. Entry £6 – for tickets and information call Linda on 01273 833211 or [email protected]

Saturday 8Good as new saleHenfield Hall, 10-11.30amIn aid of the Warren Playgroup.If you wish to sell at the sale please email [email protected] for more details.


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HENFIELD THEATRE COMPANY - THE CEMETERY CLUB.The Cemetary Club, by Ivan Menchell, will be the next Henfield Theatre Company production which opens on 13 March and runs for three nights. It is a brilliant comedy which is full of really witty lines that will cer-tainly give you a good evening’s entertainment. It is a play about friendships that are sparky, bickering, but loving, and there are some poignant, bitter-sweet mo-ments. These contrast with the hilarious dialogue and the beautifully-drawn characters. The play is funny, sweet-tempered and moving. Tickets, priced £8 and £10, will be available from Henfield Furnishings, from 10am on Monday 24 February.

YET ANOTHER SPECULATIVE PLANNING APPLICATIONDevelopers Stone-gate Properties have bought the old Sand-gate Nurseries land in West End Lane, which is opposite the site where Barratts propose to build 160 houses, currently the subject of a public inquiry in March. Stonegate, who plan to build 70 houses, have already conducted a so-called “con-sultation” with residents in November. In reality this turned out to be a ‘fishing’ exercise. Their representa-tives appeared only to be interested in what should be

built on the site, rather than whether it was the right place or the right mix of housing. As part of the Neighbourhood Plan process, a ques-tionnaire was delivered to every house in the Parish and at least 95% of the responses were against any more house building per se but, at the very least, not until the current projects have been completed and assimilated into the community. This was reinforced by our discussions with local residents during the Christmas Village Evening on 13 December 2013.For up to date information on these and other related matters, please look on the Henfield Hub, www.hen-fieldhub.com, by entering Hands off Henfield in the search box. Alternatively check the notice board in the bus shelter, or join Hands off Henfield’s mailing list to receive regular email updates by sending your contact details to [email protected] The Hands off Henfield Team

OPEN EVENTSOpen events will be held in Henfield Hall on Saturday 8 February (9.30am-1pm) and on the following Friday, 14 February (6.30pm-9pm). These are to launch pub-lic involvement in the Neighbourhood Plan, thereby continuing the very important task of encouraging input from the local community. We need your par-ticipation to prepare a Plan that represents the com-munity’s views, so please come along to one of these events. For more information about the plan, please visit the ‘Residents’ section of www.henfieldhub.com and click on ‘Neighbourhood Plan’.

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TROPHY WINNER KATY IS TV WINE EXPERT’S CHOICETV wine expert Charles Metcalfe handed the annual Henfield White Hart trophy for top sloe gin maker to landlord’s daughter Katy Culver on Sunday. Hers was one of nearly 22 entries from the village in the sev-enth year of the competition. “I’m over the moon to win,” said Katy, who helps run the pub with landlord father Gyles, mother Mo and brother Will. “I am really delighted to have been chosen over so many experi-enced sloe gin makers.” Runner-up was Emily Bowles of Henfield. The Peo-ple’s Choice winner was Roy Veal of Shoreham - his second title. Trevor Simmons, who organises the competition with wife Jo, said: “We were surprised by the number of entries but there were plenty of sloes about this year.” Ashley and Libby Serpis helped in the marking and labelling of samples, spread out on tables in the White Hart’s new Courtyard Room.Judge Charles Metcalfe, co-chairman of the Interna-tional Wine Challenge, said: “The standard of entries this year was terrific and lots of people had their own recipes, so the choosing of winners was more difficult than usual.” Results are based on blind tastings by guests, their marks and the judge’s marks.Mike Beardall

ROYAL BRITISH LEGION: SUSSEX WEALD BRANCHThis year will see the attention of the country start to turn to the events commemorating the First World War and the terrible losses felt by all communities. Yet, whilst pausing to reflect and commemorate those past sacrifices, we must not lose sight of the losses and sacrifices that are still being made in conflicts to-day. In difficult times, the Royal British Legion plays a key role in helping serving members of the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force, ex-Service men and women of all ages, their carers and depen-dants. Although often thought of as an organisation that meets the needs of an older generation, the reality is very different. Veterans are often much younger than people realise and nearly a quarter of those helped by the Legion are below the age of 44. Half the people helped are below retirement age. It’s a staggering fact that over 9 million people are eligible to call on the Royal British Legion for help. Legion activity focuses on four key areas: welfare, support, remembrance and comradeship. Nation-

ally the legion spent £84 million in 2012 on health and welfare for the Armed Forces community - that’s £1.6 million every week. If you are a serving or former member of HM Armed Forces, someone who has a friend or relative serving the in the armed forces or someone who has never served but who supports the armed forces and the work of the Poppy Appeal, then you can join the Royal British Legion and enjoy the friendship and comradeship of our branch. For under £20 per year you can do more than just commemo-rate, you can support those who need. Don’t wait. Do it now! Contact our branch secretary Mike Alderson at: [email protected] and follow us on twitter: @SussexWeald_RBL

HENFIELD GARDEN CLUBWe look forward to yet another busy and interesting year of talks, outings and events. We start our winter talks with Neil Miller who will give us an entertaining and informative talk entitled ‘The Secrets of Hever Castle’. This will take place on Tuesday 4 February in the Henfield Hall at 7.30pm. Neil is their head garden-er responsible for 65 acres of formal Edwardian gar-dens and has appeared on both BBC television and radio. Coffee and tea will be available beforehand. Admission for non-members is £3. For more details for joining our club please contact our Membership Secretary Linda Beresford on 01273 492497 or e-mail [email protected] Jacqui Simmons.

WINTER-RELATED CRIME PREVENTION ADVICEEach year a number of cars are stolen from driveways in the mornings when they are left unattended and running in order to defrost while the owner continues to get ready indoors. Doing this increases the risk of your car being stolen and you may find that your in-surance company refuses to pay out due to your ac-tions. Think of the value of your car - would you leave thousands of pounds in cash sitting on your driveway unattended? Take a few minutes extra to scrape and de-ice.The darker evenings have been upon us for some time now and this is always a popular time for bur-glars to go to work. I would urge people not to leave their house in darkness when they are not home. If you know you won’t be home before dark, leave a couple of lamps on a timer switch. If you go out after dark leave a light or two on and draw the curtains to give the appearance that you are home. Most burglar-ies occur at the rear of the property. Take a moment to look at your property and think how easy is it for someone to get into your back garden? There are often simple and inexpensive improvements you can make to prevent this.There has been an increase in thefts from vehicles where property is left in the vehicle and on show. Always remove all valuables such as laptops and sat-navs. Even if the bag on your back seat doesn’t contain anything valuable, remember... a thief doesn’t know that until they look inside the bag. By which time they have already broken into and damaged your vehicle. We usually see an increase in shed breaks as Spring approaches. Items usually stolen include strimmers and chainsaws. Take time now to ensure your shed

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and outbuildings are properly secure, and keep an eye on them over the winter. If you would like to discuss any of the above in more detail or feel you could ben-efit from a visit and crime prevention advice around your property, please contact me.PC Martin Harris, Tel: 101 ext 16939, Email: [email protected]

THE 75TH+1 PIONEER RUNThe Sunbeam Motor Cycle Club was founded in 1924, and promoted the first Pioneer Run to Brighton in 1930. In 2014 the Pioneer Run will be held on Sun-day 13 April and will be the 75th event. The event was cancelled during WW2 due to fuel shortages and again in 2001 (due to the outbreak of Foot & Mouth disease) and 2013 (due to adverse weather condi-tions).This historic event, promoted by the Sunbeam MCC Ltd, is a milestone in the veteran motor cycle move-ment. It attracts the largest gathering of pre-1915 so-lo’s sidecars, tricycles and quadri-cycles in the world and represents a unique opportunity to see so many historic machines in action. It is anticipated that 370 or more entries will be received this year and all ma-chines will be 100 years old or more.The 2014 Pioneer Run will start at 8am from Tatten-ham Corner, Epsom Downs by the Mayor of Epsom and Ewell, and from there the 47 mile route follows the A217 through Reigate, to join the A23 at Gatwick, then diverting to Handcross, Cowfold and Henfield, to re-join the A23 after Pyecombe Hill. The route con-tinues through Brighton to Madeira Drive where the first arrivals are expected from 10am. Awards will be presented by the Mayor of the City of Brighton and Hove, together with the Mayor of Epsom and Ewell in the Sunbeam MCC marquee at 2pm.The 2014 event is sponsored by: Bonhams Auction-eers, The National Motorcycle Museum, The Classic Motor Cycle magazine and Carole Nash Insurance. Riders are being sponsored to raise money for the charity Help for Hero’s. Regulations, Entry Forms and further information are available from telephone 01293-771446, or via the Sunbeam MCC website: www.sunbeam-mcc.co.uk/pioneer

HENFIELD COMPUTER CLUBHenfield Computer Club, which was set up to help older people get on-line and become confident using computers, is looking for more volunteer instructors. Though the club has not been running long, it is prov-ing to be a great success. The club aims to attract older people who want help and advice to get started, or if they already have a computer, with any problems they encounter. However, when learning new skills people need focused help, so in order to expand the membership it is important to have enough volunteers to ensure that everyone gets the help they need par-ticularly in the early stages.The club is based at the Leisure Centre and runs weekly on Wednesday’s from 12.45pm to 2.45pm. If you are competent using a PC, laptop or tablet, either Microsoft or Apple, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact Alison Vine on 01273 492620.

ST PETER’S PUPIL DESIGNS

MP’S CHRISTMAS CARDArundel & South Downs MP Nick Herbert chose a painting by a Henfield School pupil to feature on his Christmas card this year. Pupils at St Peter’s C of E Primary School in Henfield were invited to paint a pic-ture of a scene within the South Downs constituency for the MP’s Christmas card competition. Austin El-liott, in Year 5 at the school, painted the winning pic-ture. His design depicted a snowy scene of St Peter’s church and was personally chosen by Mr Herbert.Mr Herbert and his constituency assistant, Henfield resident Michelle Taylor, visited the school to con-gratulate Austin and to meet the teacher and pupils in his class. The children also had the opportunity to ask their MP questions about his work and learn more about life at the House of Commons.Nick Herbert said: “I was very impressed by the pic-tures that the children had taken the time to create, and am very grateful to St Peter’s school for helping me with my Christmas card this year. “It is always hard to choose just one design from the many pictures, but I liked Austin’s detailed and bold artwork of the church in Henfield.”

NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN - HENFIELD CAR PARKS SURVEYIn September 2013 the Community Partnership and Henfield Parish Council carried out a week-long sur-vey of the use of the car parks at the Library and Hen-field Hall. As in previous years both car parks were very highly occupied, particularly during the 10am to 1pm weekday period when they are regularly full. The Library car park is more highly utilised than the Henfield Hall car park (95.2% and 87.2% average utilisation rates respectively) and to try and alleviate this a little a further 6 spaces have been created since this survey in the Library car park. Research by the Community Partnership suggests the target for peak utilisation of town centre car parks should be 85% and that rates of 90% and above create stress and congestion. Clearly the utilisation rates measured in Henfield are in excess of acceptable target rates.Currently there are no time restrictions or charges im-posed on residents or visitors for parking. However, pressure on car parking spaces can only be expected to increase with additional new homes being built in Henfield. Clearly the status quo is not sustainable and



further work needs to be done:• Short term parking in the High Street and near ca-pacity utilisation of the car parks leads to congestion of circulating traffic in the High Street. We may be able to improve utilisation and reduce congestion by segregating All Day parking from Short Term parking as they have different churn (turnover) rates.• We need to take an integrated approach to trans-port, looking at bus, cycle, foot and car access. Car parking requirements should be an important input to our Neighbourhood Plan.We appeal to car park users to be aware of the pres-sure on parking, the review work in hand and impor-tantly to consider their options when coming to park, for example: Try to avoid the peak times of 10am to 1pm, particularly on weekdays; Walk to the shops and/or use home delivery services offered by retailers in our village; Lift share, especially when parking long term e.g. for a coach trip; and Exercise some patience and courtesy to others if waiting to park. Thank you.Henfield Community Partnership and Henfield Parish Council

BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS AT WOODS MILLSussex Wildlife Trust is running monthly beginner birdwatching sessions from January to June on Tuesday evenings at Woods Mill Nature Reserve near Henfield. Mike Russell, Head of Adult Learning, will give presentations on identification techniques, habitats, bird conservation, spring migration and birdsong. Also on one Saturday morning each month the group will meet for an outdoor field trip at a top bird site in Sussex with the chance to see the iridescent blue flash of the kingfisher, hear a nightingale sing, or watch a majestic buzzard hovering overhead.

The course is suitable for beginners and those with a little knowledge, and takes place on Tuesday eve-nings from 7-9pm, and on Saturday mornings. Cost for the six-month course is £120 for Sussex Wildlife Trust members and £140 for non-members. Booking is essential, for further information and online booking please visit: www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/courses or call 01273 497561.

HENFIELD FLOORINGWe are Paul and Samantha Thomas, and have taken over the Clock House on the High Street to bring to you our new carpet and flooring shop, selling all types of carpets, vinyls, laminate, wood, Karndean and similar luxury vinyl tiles, with lots of accessories, rugs, rug/mat whipping/binding service. We will also be supplying a large selection of wooden doors, both interior and exterior (brochure based).Paul has been in the flooring trade for 28 years, start-ing in 1986 as a new school leaver apprentice, carpet fitting, in the Horsham area in the early years, then mainly in the Reigate, Surrey area and surround-ing towns and villages. In 2007, when he decided to leave working for shops he started The Mobile Carpet Shop, which will still be operating alongside Henfield Flooring.We visited Henfield early last year and fell in love with the strong community feel the place had, something we strongly believe in, and we knew this is where we wanted to open our new shop. With Paul fitting and Sam running the new shop, we hope to make the business a family affair, and hope that our children will join us when leaving school.We have a strong passion for everything we sell and install, and will always be glad to offer advice on the perfect floor for your requirements, so pop in and have a browse at your lesiure, or use our Mobile Car-pet Shop - the store to your door!Paul and Samantha Thomas

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HENFIELD PARISH TREE FALLS AND RIVER FLOOD FORCES MOTORISTS TO TURN BACKA falling tree smashed a lampost and blocked Lon-don Road in Henfield on Christmas Eve while the overflowing banks of the River Adur closed the A281 at Mock Bridge, Shermanbury, next to the Bull Inn. Motorists heading for Horsham were turned back by police and diverted, but nobody was hurt. A police spokesman said it was lucky that the giant tree came down in the early hours when there was nobody on the footpath next to the Wantley Estate and no traffic on the road.

THE ROYAL NAVYIn an event promoted by The Friends of St Peter’s Church, Derek Sayce, a founder member of The Friends who is a much-travelled and highly experi-enced seaman, is to give an illustrated talk in which he will regale us with reminiscences of his life serving

under the White Ensign. He will also describe, from closely informed sources, ways in which the Royal Navy and its modern fleet meets the challenges of the 21st Century. This event will be held on Tuesday 18 February at 7.30 pm in Church House. Tickets at £5 (or non-members £6) are available from Jasmines Florists in the High Street or by telephoning 492294.

BN5 BIRDSWith winter now upon us my husband and I have started to feed the birds. 2013 has been what is termed a ‘Mast’ year which means that the hedge-rows and fields are full of berries, fruit and food which our birds can enjoy. Because of this we haven’t no-ticed as many birds in our garden as usual. However, with winter progressing, the birds are now coming to our garden. Please remember to keep your feeding stations swept and cleared of wet or mouldy food to keep the birds healthy. The birds will also need water. To stop the water in birdbaths from freezing when it is really cold you will need to empty the birdbath before it gets dark and replenish it the next morning – don’t put anything in the water to stop it freezing.We were delighted to see a Firecrest in our bay tree during Christmas week. This bird vies with the Gold-crest as the smallest UK bird at about 9cm from tip of beak to end of tail. It has a green back, white belly, a ‘bronze’ collar and a black and white eye stripe. They have a yellow and black stripe on their heads which has a bright orange centre in the males. They live in woodland and flit through the trees and bushes look-ing for tiny morsels such as spiders, moth eggs and other small insect food.Whilst watching our garden birds we’ve noticed that some birds, such as robins and sparrows, that are known as ground feeders are now feeding from our hanging feeders as well. It seems that, over the years, they have adapted to the feeders that we use thus enabling them to find more food. Want to know more about birds? Visit www.henfieldbirdwatch.co.uk for details of our club or ring Debbie and Nigel on 01273 493037.

CHRISTMAS STARTS HEREOn Thursday 5 December 2013 The Henfield Friends of St Barnabas staged ‘Christmas Starts Here’ to a packed audience at the Henfield Hall. This concert, arranged by Nigel and Sidonie Stevens, raised over £1,600 for St Barnabas Hospice, a very worthy cause. Top of the bill, Sidonie Winter thrilled us with Handel’s

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‘O Thou that Tellest’ accompanied by Martin Buss on cornet; Margaret Tompsett enchanted us with ‘Mary’s Child’; and Caity Scott-Brown’s sweet voice suited the traditional ‘Infant Holy, Infant Lowly’.A choir from St Peter’s School sang a medley of well prepared seasonal songs; St Peter’s Handbells entertained us with their silvery sound; and Henfield Consort, under the baton of Lesley Barnes demon-strated a wide range of styles. There were seasonal contributions from Henfield’s clergy, with a particu-larly amusing updated Koko’s list song from Deacon Seamus Mahon and Liam Mcilvenny – ‘The Fracking Geologist, I’m sure he’ll not be missed!’. The solo items were interspersed with Community Carols, ably accompanied by members of Brass Fusion, who also played ‘Midwinter’.During the interval, mulled wine and mince pies were served by the Friends of St Barnabas; and Guy Clinch, Chair of Trustees, informed the audience of the work of St Barnabas Hospice, and how urgent was the need for funds. Thanks to all contributors and to Derek Barnes who accompanied on the piano. A really enjoyable evening was had by all.

STARRY, STARRY NIGHT IN HENFIELDSussex Wildlife Trust has launched a brand new course for 2014 – ‘An introduc-tion to the night skies of Sussex’. Mike Russell of Sussex Wildlife Trust says: “In harmony with the land and the ocean, the night sky is our third landscape. It is important we under-stand how the moon and stars are used by nocturnal birds, bats and other ani-mals for navigation. Light pollution is an increasingly serious wildlife issue which can disrupt biological rhythms and interfere with flight paths.” The course will start with an indoor presentation ‘A Tour of the Universe’ followed by a stargazing walk outside to have the constellations explained in all their glory. An expert from Astronomia (part of Viewpoint Optics), will help unravel the wonders of the night skies above Sussex using their astronomical telescopes.Suitable for ages 10 and over, everyone is welcome and no previous knowledge of astronomy is neces-sary. There will be a short walk on rough ground. The evening starts at 6pm and finishes around 9pm on Thursday 20 February at Woods Mill Nature Reserve. The cost for Sussex Wildlife Trust members is £12 and non-members £16. Booking is essential - please book online at www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/cours-es or call 01273 497561.

BP GUILD SHUFFLEBOARD NEWSThe Henfield BP Guild is holding their annual Shuffle-board evening on Saturday 8 March in the Henfield Hall. The evening starts at 7pm so come and get in a bit of practise before the competition starts at 7.30pm. A very enjoyable family evening (kids wel-come) with three people to a team. Tickets are £8 each (includes nibbles) and are available from Jas-mines Florist, Colin Sansom on 01273 495120 or any Guild member you know.The Henfield BP Guild is pleased to announce the An-nual Jumble Sale which will take place on 29 of March at 2pm in the Henfield Hall. As always we try to en-sure there will be lots of high quality jumble at bargain prices, there will also be an auction and a raffle with all proceeds going to the BP Guild, so that we can help local causes. You can, as always deliver your jumble to the Henfield Hall between 9.30am and 12pm on Saturday 29 of March. Alternatively, after 14 March you can deliver your jumble to Eddy Sayers, but please give him a call first on 493227 to make sure he will be there. If you can’t deliver your jumble and would like your jumble collected please call Tony Westwood on 492172 and he will arrange to collect your jumble. We look forward

to seeing all you bargain hunters at the BP Jumble Sale.

BOOK YOUR SEAT!The first London Coach Trip of 2014 will be Wednesday 2 April. The coach trips run as a non-profit making service for village residents three to four times a year providing easy access to Lon-don for a day’s shopping, sightseeing or a Theatre Matinee. The coach leaves from the Henfield Post Office Bus Stop at 8.45am prompt and drops off at the Aldwych on the Strand. The Coach departs from the same point at 6.15pm. The return fare is modestly priced at £15 per per-son and every endeavour is made to keep the price as low as possible. Our thanks to Gill Feltham who gives her time so generously to run these trip for us with such efficiency and who can be contacted on 07713161343 if you would like tickets to join us on Wednesday 2 April.Chris Harris

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HENFIELD PREPARED FOR SNOW AND STORMSHenfield Parish Council has invested in new equip-ment to deal with snow clearance and fallen trees. Council works officer Dick Nye has been equipped with a new emergency van, a two-wheeled tractor snow sweeper, a gritter and a chainsaw. Digby Ste-phenson, chairman of Henfield Open Spaces Com-mittee, said: “Reductions in local services forced on West Sussex County and Horsham District Council by reduced budgets meant we had to take action our-selves to be ready for emergency conditions. With this new equipment we are able to provide a very cost ef-fective and speedy solution to local problems caused by the weather.”Henfield Parish Council, 01273 492507

THANK YOU!Emily Berrett would like to thank everyone who took part in her recent ‘Treasure Chest’ competition. The winner drawn from the chest on 21 December 2013 in Hyatts Hair was won by Gerald Cranford who lives in Henfield. Gerald kindly donated his winnings of £75 back into the fund raising pot. Emily is hoping to hold more events over the coming months to reach her tar-get of £3,000, so please look out for them.

CONSULTATION REVEALS THE AMBITIONS OF SHERMANBURY AND WINEHAM RESIDENTSAt the beginning of December the first programme of consultation for the Wineham and Shermanbury Plan (WASP) was completed by 35% of the residents with a total of 449 comments. These comments revealed those aspects of life in the Parish which residents enjoy, those that are missing and others that need to be changed. Within the Neighbourhood Planning process we need to incorporate the key policies of the Horsham District Plan (HDP), which is currently in consultation, and it is interesting that broadly the issues raised during our consultation broadly reflect those policies that relate to rural communities, in the HDP.There is emphasis in the HDP on maintaining the character of rural communities and the natural en-vironment. Residents strongly endorse this policy in particular the open countryside and footpaths, the peace and quiet of the rural environment, the wild life and woodlands. Litter and overgrown pathways and poorly maintained property frontages are seen as something to be improved to enhance the community. Rural business is important within the HDP and resi-dents are looking to faster broadband coverage to aid business development.The HDP includes the building of 11,500 homes by 2031, across the whole of the Horsham district from Steyning in the south to Rusper in the north. The consultation programme reveals strong opposition to large scale development in the Parish as proposed by Mayfield Market Towns but the survey also records a need for some housing development, in particular affordable homes for local people. Infrastructure im-provements are revealed to cover a number of dif-fering issues. There are road safety issues raised by many, a need for a better public transport service, improvements on footpaths and bridle ways and in particular a call for community facilities which would create a centre and a heart for the parish. This programme of consultation was only the first step in the process of producing a Neighbourhood Plan, in April we will form Focus Groups with residents from across the parish to discuss these findings, enlarge on them, clarify them and start to look for solutions. If you live in Wineham or Shermanbury and want to be part of this process e-mail us on [email protected]

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STEYNING DECORATIVE AND FINE ARTSSteyning Decorative and Fine Arts Society is your lo-cal branch of NADFAS and meet on the second Mon-day of each month at The Steyning Centre by Fletch-ers Croft Car Park opposite St Andrews Church, Church Street, Steyning. Our February meeting will be on Monday 10 February when Bertie Pearce, lec-turer in drama and a magician, will give an illustrated lecture on ‘The Punch and Judy Show – a subversive symbol from comedia dell’arte to the present day’. Members and visitors (donation of £5) are warmly welcomed with coffee at 10am followed by our meet-ing 10.30-12pm. For further information please call 01903814390 or 01903 812232.Ann Blakelock

ROYAL VOLUNTARY SERVICEThe Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) is a volunteer or-ganisation that enriches the lives of older people and their families across Britain. Volunteers are vital to Royal Voluntary Service. Without them we simply wouldn’t exist. Currently, more than 40,000 dedicated community volunteers deliver services that help older people live the life they want to. Whether it’s tak-ing an older person to the shops, delivering a meal to them or even walking their dog – our volunteers make a big difference that is appreciated and val-ued. Through them, we want to help create a society where everyone feels valued and involved whatever their age. We believe old age should be celebrated,

and so we should: we’re 75 years old and still going strong.We are always looking for new, enthusiastic volun-teers who can help us to make sure older people get the support they need and we’d really appreciate your help. Anyone over the age of 14 can join and the great thing about volunteering is that it’s so flexible. You can fit it around all of the other things that you have to do. Whether you can spare a few hours once a week or fortnight or can give a couple of days each month we will have an opportunity for you.We all know that the number of older people in our communities is set to grow in the future and we have to be ready. So over the next few years we will be ex-panding our services and developing new ones so our need for community volunteers will be even greater. If you, or someone you know, think you can help then please contact our volunteering department on 0845 601 4670, email [email protected] or search for opportunities online at www.royalvol-untaryservice.org.uk.Jen Williams, Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator, Royal Voluntary Service

NATURE TOTS AT WOODS MILL - A PRE-SCHOOL EXPERIENCE WITH A DIFFERENCE!Spring is stirring in the woods; the days are getting longer, buds are unfurling and green shoots are push-ing through. So it’s time for Sussex Wildlife Trust Na-ture Tots to come out again. Get your little ones out of doors and into the woods to join in our fun weekly sessions at Woods Mill Nature Reserve. There will be lots of exploring, loads of woodland activities, a myriad of stories, singing and plenty of games and of course a fire circle and hot chocolate.Suitable for ages three to five years, all children must be accompanied by an adult. Please dress for the weather as we will go outside rain or shine. We provide the fire, a warm drink and lots of fun. The next course of five weekly sessions begins Wednesday 5 March – 2 April, 2014. Cost per child for Sussex Wildlife Trust family members is £37.50, non-members £42.50. Ac-companying siblings under two years of age are free of charge. On-line booking is essential, please visit www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk/naturetots

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HENFIELD PARISH COUNCILThe annual Parish Meeting takes place on Tuesday 4 March 2014 at 7.30pm in The Henfield Hall. This is your opportunity to raise any issue about Henfield – good or bad. Your elected representatives on West Sussex County, Horsham District and Henfield Par-ish Councils will be present, as will representatives from Sussex Police. Every four years a ‘Henfield Vil-lage Evening’ is held for all the 90+ local clubs and organisations to showcase their activities and provide Henfield residents, new and old the opportunity to in-vestigate the many social and leisure activities taking place in Henfield. The Village Evening will be held on Friday 9 May 2014 from 7.30pm in the Henfield Hall. The 2013 Henfield Parish Council Annual Report will be available at the Parish Meeting. It will also be avail-able on line (www.henfield.gov.uk) and at the Council Office in The Henfield Hall from 25 February. Council has now approved its budget for next financial year commencing 1 April 2014. The Parish Precept will be £152,395 which equates to £66.29 per Band D equiv-alent property. This compares with £64.13 this year. There is extra pressure on Parish Councils finances following Governments decision last year that Council Tax Benefits are funded locally, partly aided by a Gov-ernment grant. The grant Council will receive has now been cut by 22% with no guarantee it will continue in 2015. It was with sadness that Henfield Parish Council learnt of the death of Mark Hayes. Mark lived in Staples Barn and was a Parish Councillor during the 1990’s. Henfield Parish Council

WOODMANCOTE & BLACKSTONE PLAYING FIELD ASSOCIATIONA Committee meeting held at Blackstone on 6 Janu-ary 2014 drew together the various strands who have a commitment to the playing fields at Blackstone: Henfield FC; Blackstone Stoolball Club; the Parish Council; the charity Sussex Cricket in the Community Trust (SCCT); and the County Cricket Club Academy. It has always been considered of utmost importance that the unique facility in national terms remains strongly under the care of local members of the com-munity. It was reported that progress had been made creating a new cricket net area but plans for a new drainage system for the north ground were put back to September 2014.

Henfield FC continue to enjoy the excellent playing surface provided for the teams playing at the ground. The Stoolball Club, being out of season, is gently ticking over ensuring that fixtures are in place for the summer. SCCT, the Charity which raises funds for the two grounds, reported an income of approximately £55,000 from the 2013 fund raising events. Finally, the AGM date was set as Monday 24 March at 6.30pm.Derek Linford, Member of the WBPFA Committee

OLIVIA FROM PINKS QUALIFIESPinks are pleased to announce that Olivia Greenfield has completed her NVQ level 2 in hairdressing and is now a qualified hair stylist. Appointments are avail-able, please ring 01273 494948.Congratulations and well done Olivia from us all at Pinks.

24TH SUSSEX BEER & CIDER FESTIVAL – 6-8 MARCH 2014There really has never been a better time to discover real ale with over 1,200 breweries in the country brew-ing over 5,000 different ales. But there will be over 230 specially selected beers available at the 24th Sussex Beer and Cider Festival which will be open from 6 to 8 March at Hove Town Hall. An excellent selection of ciders, perries and bottled beers from Britain and abroad will be available. The downstairs LocAle bar will only be selling beers from the 40 Sussex brewer-ies. Tickets will be on sale until the 28 February (see web-site for where to buy tickets) and they always sell very quickly, so to avoid disappointment on the day it is advisable to buy tickets for all the sessions. The ticket price includes a festival programme and for CAMRA members £2 worth of beer tokens on production of their membership card. On Saturday night half price admission will be avail-able to students buying tickets on the door on pro-duction of a Students Union card. If you look under 25 please bring ID.The entertainment on Saturday night will be provided by the Wessex. This year the festival charities are St. Peter & St. James Hospice, Chailey and the Rose-mary Mount Care Home, Worthing. The Hove Centre has full disabled facilities and is well served by public transport. For further information go to www.sussex-beerfestival.co.uk or call 07450 656148.

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The anticipation, excitement and sense of shared involvement fostered by the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games in London came as a surprise

to many of us. By the time Coldplay had performed at the Paralympic closing ceremony, Team GB Olympians had won 65 medals and Paralympians 120 medals. The whole country was gripped with excitement; we all have our fa-vourite moments and memories, maybe it was Mo Farrah winning the 5,000m or was it Jonnie Peacock winning Gold in the 100m sprint? We had witnessed incredible sporting achievements and feats of personal courage.So, heading to Rio 2014 - we all want a local hero. Henfield has its own in the making, 22 year old Adam Simmons from Small Dole. It was with great excite-ment that we heard in September that Adam had been selected, against very talented competition, to be a development athlete for paralympic sport in the 200 metre sprint kayak section. Adam has OI - Osteogenesis Imperfecta- more com-monly known as Brittle Bones. He’s had over 70 ma-jor fractures to date, the minor ones he doesn’t keep account of. It’s meant he’s familiar with the inside of a hospital, mainly in Sheffield which is the centre for specialist bone surgery, having spent several months of his life having some fairly painful operations to mend his bones, fuse his spine from shoulders to waist, insert metal poles through his legs and even lengthen the bones in his legs. The most recent ma-jor surgery resulted in his recovery involving several months in a metal cage. Due to his disability, Adam does face some mobility challenges that result in him needing to use a wheelchair and crutches.

In the face of these challenges Adam has always re-mained very positive. In a slightly obtuse way perhaps it’s given him the courage to face his sporting chal-lenges – the ‘I can achieve anything’ attitude which makes him an inspiring character. He faces the same hurdles as able bodied athletes – hauling himself out of bed, in all weathers, to train six days a week. Sticking to a fairly stringent diet, watching his weight, working with a sports psychologist to make sure his mindset is completely right. He trains at the National Watersports Centre in Nottingham, this high perfor-mance centre is where all our Olympian and Paralym-pian canoeing athletes train, so the camaraderie and sense of team spirit is fostered from the start.

Adam has always been a keen sportsman, enjoying tennis, swimming and basketball at school. He is a county standard wheelchair basketball player and he coaches the Sussex side (SWBC Tigers), alongside his dad Steve. This fast and furious sport would be no place for someone with brittle bones, or so you’d think. Steve also has OI – perhaps that’s where some of Adam’s determination comes from.“I love basketball, it’s always been my sport,” said Adam. “But, to be brutally honest, I am really enjoy-ing competing as an individual now. With team sports you’re so dependent, especially in training, on the health and attitude of your teammates. Not saying I’m

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competitive, but when I mess up I’m the only one to blame!”Adam went to Downlands School then to BHASVIC to gain A Levels in the sciences. He went on to gain a place at Sussex University for Business Studies. Adam has deferred this place while he sees where his sporting opportunities lead him. He was very involved in the Scouting organisation, dad Steve is a Cub lead-er and mum Dinah is the group treasurer at Henfield. He began scouting at Beavers and continued through to Explorers, going on trips to Holland and Texas with the Scouts. “The Scouting motto ‘do your best’ is one that will always stick with me,” said Adam. Henfield groups have already been very supportive of Adam and his sporting ambitions. Both the Henfield Lions and the BP Guild have raised money towards Adam’s specialist wheelchair for basketball. He’s hugely grateful for this support and knows that with-out this, he wouldn’t have been in a position to be spotted by the Paralympic scouts.Adam now eats, sleeps and breathes his sport. Kyak-ing has become his obsession – from trimming a few seconds off his personal best to the shape of his new state of the art boat. His eyes light up with excitement when he talks about the forthcoming World Champi-onships in Russia – he has to show consistently good times and beat the current UK champion to get the chance to represent Team GB at the Worlds. It looks as if he’s getting dangerously close to doing just that. When I asked Adam what it was like growing up as the kid in the wheelchair, he shrugs his shoulders – for

his ‘disability’ is just life and not really worth dwelling on. He mentions that it can occasionally be irritating when well meaning people try to help him too much – but he follows that quickly with a comment that he appreciates their concern. He says that because he’s grown up with OI it’s easier for him to deal with than for people who are more recent amputees, as many of his ex-Army teammates are. He is such a sunny and positive character, just like his mum and dad are, you can see that there are no boundaries for Adam and no limits to what he can achieve.

Adam is now aiming for the World Championships in Russia, working hard and training hard. He has a new sponsor - EOS Communications, to whom he’s really grateful. He still continues to work, finding time around his training schedule, because he still has bills to pay and expenses for his trips. It’ll get easier if he is successful in Russia, because funding increases with success.We will follow Adam on his journey and keep you updated on his successes and challenges. Good luck Adam, we look forward to seeing you on that podium in Rio.You can follow Adam on twitter: @AdamSimmonsGBEmma Osman

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nationally at the end of last year to bring food, shelter and clean water for those affected by the typhoon in the Philippines. But carrying out simple good deeds locally can also help improve your own happiness and wellbe-ing too.It’s something that the members of the Henfield and District Lions Club (part of Lions International) are well aware of as Lion Stephanie Weeden explains: “We were talking as a Club about the reasons why each of us joined Henfield Lions. Some of our members go way back to the start of the Club, 25 years ago and others joined more recently. All of us, though, have something in common and that is that we like the feeling of being able to help others.” So if your New Year’s resolution is to do more for good causes this year, why not do more with like-minded people?“I joined when I was new to the Village, and didn’t know a lot of people. I was very glad I did – the Lions were so friendly, and the activities and fund-raising gave me some purpose, and helped me to keep busy while helping other people”.The Henfield and District Lions are an extremely friendly group of people who raise money to improve the lives of others locally. And in doing so, they have a great deal of fun along the way! Lion David explained more about their fundraising meetings: “On the first Wednesday of the month we meet at 8pm upstairs in The George pub to talk about lots of things: how much money we have managed to fundraise, and how

we are going to distribute this to help others who are less fortunate than us; what ideas we might have for future fundraising - will we stick with a Race Night, or try a Quiz Night, for example; shall we organise an-other Jumble sale and a coffee morning, or should we try a cream tea, or something completely different?” The club sometimes joins up with other local Lions groups to fundraise and they also ‘tin rattle’ on behalf of other charities as well.“I joined when my children went off to Uni and I had more time on my hands. I wasn’t sure about joining an established group but needn’t have worried - everyone was very friendly, welcoming, and very pleased to see me…”The number of local groups and individuals that the Henfield and District Lions have helped over the years is too numerous to list but includes: the Henfield Youth Club, Henfield U14’s Football Team, HART, St Peter’s Primary School (Henfield), Partridge Green Playgroup, Henfield Guides, Sight First, Worthing and Shoreham Hospitals, Cowfold Scouts, Henfield Young Cricketers and Henfield Leisure Centre.As well as fundraising for local groups and charities, they also donate their own time to help individuals, for example, taking some elderly people from the village to see a Christmas show in Worthing. Lion Anne said: “It was lovely to hear the comments from one lady – she told me ‘that’s the first time I have been out of the house in over nine weeks and the first time I have sung along to Christmas songs for years - I’ll be sing-ing and smiling for weeks’”.“…I went and had a drink with the Lions members


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The Henfield and District Lions Club have just launched their new website -

- where you can find details of their social and fundraising activities for 2014. The website also gives contact details to let them know that you are coming along to The George on Wednesday 12 February. Or if you prefer to speak to someone, ring Lion Paul on 01903 814178 or 07871 572818.

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at The George for before their meeting started. I then had the option of staying on for the meeting, which I did. They welcomed my ideas from that first meeting and encouraged me to join in the discussions. I went along to several more meet-ings - planning and social meetings - and joined a couple of months after that. I really enjoy it”.On the third Wednesday of the month the Henfield and District Lions meet up for a social event. This can be something as simple as a games night where members bring quizzes or other activities and a plate of food for the table, or they might have a Sunday lunch at a local pub. They organise picnics or river boat trips in the summer and a Christmas or New Year meal. They help with the running of the dog show at the Henfield Summer Fayre and they have an annual skittles com-petition with H o r s h a m Lions at The Bull Inn in Henfield.“I don’t have a huge amount of time to spare but do what I can, and the Lions are happy with that. I found myself serving

(and eating!) hot bacon sandwiches at one of the Lions coffee mornings, and things just went from there. I like the range of activities as well as the fundraising, and like the friendly atmosphere”.The Henfield and District Lions are genuinely a very happy and friendly bunch of people and they enjoy themselves whether they are fundraising or socialis-ing. To find out more, why not go and enjoy a drink with them in The George pub on Wednesday 12 Feb-ruary from 7-8pm? You will be given a very warm wel-come!Sarah Butler


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Life-saving charity Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance yesterday are the first air ambulance in the country to launch a 24-hour Helicopter

Emergency Medway Service (HEMS) following three years of research and preparatory work.Up until recently, and unlike the rest of Europe, the service could only fly by daylight and so traditionally operated between 7am – 7pm with two specialised medical teams deploying in two helicopters from the Marden base in Kent and Redhill in Surrey, and in emergency response cars after dark. The teams at-tended about 1,500 missions and treated about 1,000 patients each year. There has, however, long been a clear indication of patient need by night. The charity undertook its own prospective and retrospective audit of patient cases which identified that there were between 400 and 500 patients per year in the 3,500 square miles that is Kent, Surrey & Sussex who would benefit from night HEMS and also, most significantly, that about half of these cases were between the hours of 11pm and 5am. It is not possible to attend so many patients dis-persed across such a large area by car and so a centrally-located helicopter and medical team was clearly needed. Following a change in Civil Avia-tion Authority (CAA) regulations in 2012, the char-ity replaced one of its older MD902 helicopters with a night-capable MD902 which now operates from Redhill Aerodrome throughout the night.Because of the region’s size, complexities, and the presence of two major and many other minor airports, the decision was made to fly with two pilots rather than a traditional single pilot operation, to ensure the safest and most reliable service for patients and crew alike.Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance Trust Chairman Anthony Monteuuis said: “This is a hugely expensive step and we have taken the greatest care to devise a service that is as robust and as safe as possible for everyone flying in the helicopter whether it’s the patients or crew.“The people of Kent, Surrey and Sussex are better

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served from this moment forward than they have in the past.”Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance Chief Executive Adrian Bell said: “Our focus is on getting our highly-skilled teams with their time-critical interventions, to the patient as quickly and safely as possible not only to save life but also to improve the quality of survival.“None of what we do would be possible without the support of the public. There are many patients alive and well today, living with their families and amongst their friends who would not be there without the public’s gen-erous support and I would like to thank them on behalf of the charity, and all the patients we attend and treat, for their kindness and thoughtfulness.”

The Air Ambulance service in Kent, Surrey and Sussex costs around £5 million annually to stay airborne. Receiving no funding from the National Lottery the charity relies almost entirely upon the generosity of the public to support the two helicopters based at Marden in Kent and Redhill in Surrey. If you would like to make a donation to Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance go to www.kssairambulance.org.uk or call 01622 833833.

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CEREC technology is an advanced system for the construction of all ceramic dental procedures including crowns, fillings, inlays, front crowns and veneers. The beauty of CEREC technology is that the procedure can be completed in just one surgery visit. The examination and preparation work before a CEREC procedure is much the same as for tradition restorative procedures. First the dentist will examine the tooth and identify the most appropriate treatment. They will then administer an anaesthetic and prepare your tooth for the restoration, removing decayed and weakened tooth tissue.

Then, instead of preparing a tray of impression ‘gloop’ which the patient has to bite into and hold until it hardens, the dentist will coat the affected tooth with a non-toxic and tasteless powder. A special 3D imaging camera is then used to take an ‘optical impression’ of the tooth cavity – the whole process only takes a couple of minutes.

Next the dentist uploads the 3D image to the CEREC computer and, using CEREC software together with their own expertise, they design a restoration which will return the tooth to its natural strength, form and function. Within minutes the restoration design is sent electronically to a separate milling machine which will create the restoration out of a ceramic block (chosen to match your tooth colour). The milling process takes about 10 to 20 minutes, after which the all-ceramic, tooth-coloured restoration is finished and ready to be bonded in place. Finally, the

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West Grinstead old railway station used to be a working railway station on the old Steyning line which ran from Horsham to Shoreham-

by-Sea via Christ’s Hospital, Southwater, West Grinstead, Partridge Green, Steyning and Bramber. These days the old railway line is used as a long distance path called the Downs Link. The Downs Link is a 59km (37 mile) way-marked level route open to walkers, horse riders and cyclists. It links the North Downs Way at St Martha’s Hill in Surrey with the South Downs Way near Steyning and ends at Shoreham. West Grinstead Old Railway Station was a victim of The Beeching Axe – a huge restructuring of Britain’s railways in the 1960’s instigated by the chairman of British Rail, Dr Richard Beeching. The last train to use the line was the 9.28pm train from Brighton to Hor-sham on Sunday 6 March 1966.West Grinstead was a busy rural station. It had a goods yard with a cattle loading bay and facilities for handling horse boxes. Hunt kennels and the National stud were nearby so the station saw substantial horse traffic.A lot of the old infrastructure of the railway station is still visible today and due to its aged appearance the site has a nostalgic feel. The platforms and sid-ings have survived and still in place is the old crane. A working signal is hand operated and is very popular with children and adults for playing with. With the help of a map you can still see the footprints of the old buildings such as the goods shed, old waiting shelter and signal box.West Grinstead Old Station is owned and managed by West Sussex County Council Countryside Rang-ers and is supported by an enthusiastic team of train carriage and conservation volunteers. During 2013 and early 2014 the site underwent some refurbish-ment. The site has always been a hub of activity, having a good car park, picnic benches and an in-formation board, as well as having an old Mark 2 car-riage parked in one of the old bays. At the beginning of 2013 the floors and windows of the carriage were replaced and new interpretation made and installed. The carriage contains historical information and arte-facts, environmental information and a kids table with activities. A major attraction for children and adults alike is the scale working replica of the old railway sta-tion. This has been carefully created and maintained by the railway carriage volunteers.While the sign on the platform may seem authentic, it is in fact a to-scale recreation of the original. Techni-cally platform signs are called ‘running in board’. The one in place today was made in 2013 by one of the talented volunteers and installed with the help of the Countryside Rangers and conservation volunteers. As well as having historical interest the site is also plays host to a variety of interesting wildlife and other features. A stag beetle loggery, bug barn and compost heap at the top end of the site are great for showing and educating people about things they can set up in their own gardens to encourage and help wildlife. Recently a new chestnut post and rail fence was installed around the pond and visitors can now watch the amazing array of wild flowers and dragon-

THE OLD RAILWAY STATION AT WEST GRINSTEAD

Image courtesy of Victoria Hume

West Grinstead old railway station used to be a working railway station on the old Steyning line which ran from Horsham to Shoreham-

by-Sea via Christ’s Hospital, Southwater, West Grinstead, Partridge Green, Steyning and Bramber. These days the old railway line is used as a long distance path called the Downs Link. The Downs Link is a 59km (37 mile) way-marked level route open to walkers, horse riders and cyclists. It links the North Downs Way at St Martha’s Hill in Surrey with the South Downs Way near Steyning and ends at Shoreham. West Grinstead Old Railway Station was a victim of The Beeching Axe – a huge restructuring of Britain’s railways in the 1960’s instigated by the chairman of British Rail, Dr Richard Beeching. The last train to use the line was the 9.28pm train from Brighton to Hor-sham on Sunday 6 March 1966.West Grinstead was a busy rural station. It had a goods yard with a cattle loading bay and facilities for handling horse boxes. Hunt kennels and the National stud were nearby so the station saw substantial horse traffic.A lot of the old infrastructure of the railway station is still visible today and due to its aged appearance the site has a nostalgic feel. The platforms and sid-ings have survived and still in place is the old crane. A working signal is hand operated and is very popular with children and adults for playing with. With the help of a map you can still see the footprints of the old buildings such as the goods shed, old waiting shelter and signal box.West Grinstead Old Station is owned and managed by West Sussex County Council Countryside Rang-ers and is supported by an enthusiastic team of train carriage and conservation volunteers. During 2013 and early 2014 the site underwent some refurbish-ment. The site has always been a hub of activity, having a good car park, picnic benches and an in-formation board, as well as having an old Mark 2 car-riage parked in one of the old bays. At the beginning of 2013 the floors and windows of the carriage were replaced and new interpretation made and installed. The carriage contains historical information and arte-facts, environmental information and a kids table with activities. A major attraction for children and adults alike is the scale working replica of the old railway sta-tion. This has been carefully created and maintained by the railway carriage volunteers.While the sign on the platform may seem authentic, it is in fact a to-scale recreation of the original. Techni-cally platform signs are called ‘running in board’. The one in place today was made in 2013 by one of the talented volunteers and installed with the help of the Countryside Rangers and conservation volunteers. As well as having historical interest the site is also plays host to a variety of interesting wildlife and other features. A stag beetle loggery, bug barn and compost heap at the top end of the site are great for showing and educating people about things they can set up in their own gardens to encourage and help wildlife. Recently a new chestnut post and rail fence was installed around the pond and visitors can now watch the amazing array of wild flowers and dragon-

THE OLD RAILWAY STATION AT WEST GRINSTEAD

Image courtesy of Victoria Hume

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flies. Other interesting animals and plants present at the site include Great Crested Newts, which are a pro-tected species; Brown Hairstreak Butterflies, which breed in the blackthorn on site; and Bee Orchids that grow in the summer in the wild flower areas.The recent installation of an easy access path means the site is easily accessible to wheelchair users and makes a nice dry path for people to walk around in the winter and get access to the train carriage and across the site to join the Downs Link. Dotted around the site are several picnic table and benches making this a really lovely site to stop for a picnic. Alternatively you can walk through the site to the Orchard Restaurant that is just next door and is perfect for a quick sand-wich and cup of tea, or something more substantial.

West Sussex County Council Countryside Rangers run guided walks and children’s events from the site throughout the summer. Events are advertised at the site, on the West Sussex County Council Web site and also in thirteen8 magazine during the spring and sum-mer months.Louise GandolfiCountryside Ranger, West Sussex County Council

The site and Downs Link is accessible by car just off the A272 at West Grinstead. The train carriage is open most Sundays and is run by volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering at the carriage then please contact me on 01903 878528.

flies. Other interesting animals and plants present at the site include Great Crested Newts, which are a pro-tected species; Brown Hairstreak Butterflies, which breed in the blackthorn on site; and Bee Orchids that grow in the summer in the wild flower areas.The recent installation of an easy access path means the site is easily accessible to wheelchair users and makes a nice dry path for people to walk around in the winter and get access to the train carriage and across the site to join the Downs Link. Dotted around the site are several picnic table and benches making this a really lovely site to stop for a picnic. Alternatively you can walk through the site to the Orchard Restaurant that is just next door and is perfect for a quick sand-wich and cup of tea, or something more substantial.

West Sussex County Council Countryside Rangers run guided walks and children’s events from the site throughout the summer. Events are advertised at the site, on the West Sussex County Council Web site and also in thirteen8 magazine during the spring and sum-mer months.Louise GandolfiCountryside Ranger, West Sussex County Council

The site and Downs Link is accessible by car just off the A272 at West Grinstead. The train carriage is open most Sundays and is run by volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering at the carriage then please contact me on 01903 878528.

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Wow, this pantomime was great entertainment, es-pecially on a wild night

after so many days of wet and windy weather! Parking the car was easy, collecting the tickets was simple and there we were in the busy foyer of Henfield Hall, surrounded by the hustle and bustle of an amateur dra-matic production, on its third of five performances. Henfield Theatre Company are to be applauded for this very vibrant production of dance, music, story-line and humour, all set to an inno-vative adaptation (by John Morley), of a magical clas-sic tale and now transcending both the Middle East and the Orient via a mid-Sussex village interpretation.The show has all the successful elements for the traditional New Year family ‘panto’, including exag-gerated characters, live music, great songs, excit-ing choreography, a very large and young cast, some more mature and experienced actors, and the quint-essentially English audience participation.The curtain rises with Martin Love as a very convinc-ingly evil and creepy Great Abanazar, setting out to dominate the world. Martin’s portrayal of Abanazar is consistently sinister, sending shivers into the au-dience, though as befits all happy tales, Abanazar is finally converted to goodness via a sylph-like and di-aphanous Mazda the Genie, played wispfully by Syl-vie Ashthorpe.Almost immediately, the convivial village oaf and cheerleader Wishee Washee, played by Ian Henham, appears from the audience, soon joined by his mother Widow Twankey, well portrayed by the strapping and gross dame Graeme Muncer. Of course, as befits the traditional panto, the butch dame is complemented by two leggy ‘male’ lead characters, Aladdin, played by Nicola Ansell, and Prince Pekoe, alias Helen Schuler - the Ying and the Yang of any oriental story. Both did well in generating the required audience em-pathy and antipathy.Within minutes, the first song and dance is happen-ing, the whole stage swinging with syncopation of movement and music from dancers, lead singers, chorus, ensemble and the Band.An original story develops soon with a cast of over 30 coming on stage, each acting their part confidently. All dialogue is clear and audible, as are the lyrics to all the songs, which is no mean achievement in ama-teur dramatics and village hall acoustics. The scenes are of the right length, and frequently complemented with song and choreography to show-style music.

The mainly female solos are clearly delivered and engaging, particularly those of Princess Say Wen, played by Angela Philips, which is professional in standard.By the interval, Wishee Washee does well to success-fully cajole the audience into shouting participation of “tell me when anybody tries to steal my magic plant”, but it’s not until the second half that Wishee Washee is pitting one half of the audience against the other in a song contest with conflicting boos and cheers. Should this classical element of panto entertainment have been introduced earlier to liven up the audience?The cast gelled well together, timing was good and all were on cue; the prompters must have had a very easy evening! The key characters quickly asserted their roles and idiosyncrasies so that the audience had no difficulties in understanding the plot.Delivering successful humour is challenging as it is a joint experience between the joker and his audience and it relies on critical timing. In this Aladdin produc-tion the best laughs came either from spontaneous wise cracks between dame Widow Twankey and the audience, or from unprompted outbursts in the stalls. The stand-up joke-cracking session brought titters rather than gut wrenching howls. The slapstick as-pects were also probably too timid to be effective, but this and the tittering jokes were taken in good spirit by all, because of the impetus and success of all other aspects of the production.The sets and scenery are simple and effective, giving the appropriate atmosphere and backdrop.This is a long but captivating pantomime with a very commendable production in all aspects. Full marks to the audience, the players, musicians and support team, in particular Jane Haines for her musical direction, Graham Muncer for production direction and ‘Daming’, and Victoria Barker for choreography.Jean-Pierre Pirault and Carson Albury


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LAMBS is an action group that has been formed from residents who live and work in the Wineham and Sayers Common area which is being pushed

by Mayfield Market Towns Limited (Mayfield) as being suitable for a new town incorporating 10,000 new houses. We all strongly believe that the area is com-pletely unsuitable for the proposed development, and are promoting this view to all local residents and the wider community.Similar schemes, although not on this scale, have been looked at over a number of years in this part of West Sussex by various developers, and all of these have concluded that it is not viable to build in open countryside that has no infrastructure, no em-ployment, no railway, is prone to flooding and is not favoured for development by either Horsham or Mid-Sussex Councils under whose control the area falls.Mayfield Market Towns Limited seem to wish to ig-nore the existence of strong local communities in Hustpierpoint, Sayers Common, Henfield, Albourne, Twineham, Wineham, Blackstone and Shermanbury, all of which would all either have the life blood sucked out them or be swallowed up all together.We have all lived and worked in this part of West Sus-sex for many years, and some of us were born in the area. As Mayfield point out, we are not in the National Park, but that does not mean that it is not a beauti-ful area, with abundant wildlife, ancient churches and buildings; and a thriving equestrian tradition, all of which would be destroyed by any of Mayfield’s pro-posals. We feel our cause is a just one, and probably unique, in that it seems to be unanimously accepted that this proposal is simply wrong. District Councils, Parish Councils, MP’s, The Campaign to Protect Rural England and all local people we have spoken to are

against it. This has been made clear to Mayfield but they simply ignore this.We do not oppose development, we are in favour of sustainable development that encourages growth and prosperity in towns and villages. As everyone locally knows, the High Streets in Henfield and Hurstpier-point are struggling to survive; what does Mayfield feel their new ‘High Street’, which will be within a couple of miles of both of these villages, will do to those communities?Burgess Hill Town Centre needs tens of millions of pounds of investment, as does Haywards Heath: why should development money go to concreting over beautiful countryside, rather than improving and ex-panding our present towns, which already have the rail and road links needed for the modern environ-ment, turning them into genuinely sustainable com-munities?Bolnore Village has been built and is continuing to be built on the outskirts of Haywards Heath, a far, far smaller project than Mayfield but created with grand designs of a self-contained village. The shops there have nearly all closed, and all that is left are houses and a school; everyone else leaves the place to work elsewhere, the roads are jammed in the mornings and evenings with people trying to leave and get home. Mayfield, if built, will be the doomsday version of Bolnore Village, without Bolnore Village’s proximity to Haywards Heath and its railway Station!We would be very pleased to hear from anyone who has a view on the Mayfield project. All views are welcome and please do signup to the E-LAMB Newsletter to keep ahead of events.Locals Against Mayfield Building Sprawl - www.lambs.org.uk

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01273 494990Your local homecare company offering:• 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• Flexibility (because we know plans can change)• Local staff ensuring reliability

A family business providing specialist homecare in Henfield & surrounding area

GOLDEN SQUARE

CHIROPODY CLINIC

Formerly

General ChiropodyCryosurgeryBiomechanical AssessmentIngrown Toenail SurgeryChildren’s FeetHome Visits

Early morning and late evening appointments availableDavid Bremner MSSCH MBChA Podiatrist/Chiropodist HPC RegisteredAnn Taylor BSc (Hons) MChS Podiatrist/Chiropodist HPC RegisteredPatricia Daniels BSc (Hons) MChS Podiatrist/Chiropodist HPC RegisteredCharlotte Kirk BSc (Hons) MChS Podiatrist/Chiropodist HPC Registered

2 Brick Lane, Henfield BN5 9DB (behind Budgens)

also at: Warwick House, 4 Warwick Place, Worthing 01903 228044Free Parking available

01273 493467www.dbfootclinic.co.uk

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HENFIELD EYE CAREI N D E P E N D E N T O P T I C I A N

01273 494030 www.henfieldeyecare.co.uk3 BISHOP’S CROFT HIGH STREET HENFIELD BN5 9DA

YOU SHOULD HAVE GONE LOCAL!Your local professional Optician and Contact Lense specialist

A.C.T Pest Control MOBILE: 07867 500375For the control of rodents andinsects including mice, rats,squirrels, moles, ants, waspsand all other pest infestations.

Call Andrew Tullett onOffice: 01273 494050

• 22 years experience in pest control

• Domestic and commercial

• Approved local authority contractor

• Local Henfield company

• NPTA Registered

• Fully insured


Call Louise01273 492055 / 07984 437615

Dog Walking Service with over 10 years experienceReliable / Friendly / Experienced£6.00 per hr / £3.00 per half hr

Locally Based / CRB checked / Fully InsuredInteresting & Safe walks

Small group & individual walks available

Small Family run business offeringlove & fun for canines!

www.hawthornvets.co.uk

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

JANUARY 2014 | Health & fitness

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Some things get better with age – wine, cheese, Bruce

Forsythe. However, where our pets are concerned, once they reach the ‘mature’ category, things can start to wear out and it is important to know what to look out for, as the quicker a problem

is identified the better the chances of managing it successfully. Arthritis - Most dog walkers tend to be dragged around by their over-exuberant canine. If you’re get-ting to the stage where you are having to drag your dog on a walk then this could well be due to joint pain or stiffness caused by osteoarthritis. It can begin with a mild lameness (which is often worse when they have been lying down) and will become more notice-able as reluctance to exercise or climb stairs. In some cases dogs will lick at the affected joints causing sore patches on the skin. Arthritis in cats is much more dif-ficult to spot. Cats aren’t ones for doing any exercise that isn’t strictly necessary, so an inactive moggy may not raise an eyebrow. Look for reluctance to groom those difficult to reach places, lack of stretching and an inability to jump up on the sofa or bed. There are a variety of treatments for arthritis ranging from joint supplements to anti-inflammatories depending on the severity of the problem.Senility - You may have joked about your older pet being senile, but it definitely is a problem for some geriatric dogs and cats! Dogs and cats can display a variety of signs associated with cognitive dysfunc-tion: vacant episodes such as staring at a wall or item of furniture with no apparent purpose; asking to go outside and then seeming to forget why and asking to come back in again; excessive vocalization; separa-tion anxiety; a change in temperament or demeanor; house soiling; and becoming less respon-sive to commands and external stimuli. It is important to rule out other disease processes before arriving at senility as a diagnosis, but there are several effective medica-tions available.Heart disease - Heart disease is a problem where it really does make a big difference to the success of treatment if it is picked up early. The symptoms vary slightly depending on which part of the heart is affected and how far the disease process has pro-gressed. The first sign of heart disease in any

AGEING AND YOUR PETpet is normally an increase in the resting breathing rate which then progresses to a cough, reluctance to exercise, weight loss, lack of appetite and eventually severe breathing difficulties. Alternative signs of heart disease are fluid retention, especially in the abdomen giving a pot-bellied appearance. There is no way to turn the clock back but heart disease can be man-aged very successfully with the correct medications.Liver and kidney problems - Organ dysfunc-tion is common in older pets. Kidney disease mani-fests with an increase in thirst, often accompanied by more frequent urination. This progresses to lack of appetite, weight loss, bad breath and sometimes vomiting. Liver disease causes similar signs initially and often progresses to jaundice and fluid retention in the abdomen. Blood and urine tests are required to diagnose these problems which are managed with a combination of medication and diet.Metabolic disease - The most common metabolic and hormonal problem in older pets is Diabetes Melli-tus which occurs when the body is unable to produce any or enough insulin to maintain glucose levels in the blood stream. The signs of diabetes in pets are similar to those seen in humans: excessive thirst and hun-ger in the initial stages which eventually progress to weight loss and lack of appetite if the problem is left untreated. Dogs and cats often develop an unkempt, greasy hair coat as well. Diabetes is easy to diagnose with blood and urine tests and dogs and cats respond well to treatment and can live normal lives. However the condition represents a considerable commitment from owners as diabetic pets have to be carefully monitored and treated on a fairly strict regime.If your pet is over eight years of age, we offer free health checks with our nurses. This is a great way for your pet to have a basic assessment and helps to pick up health problems in their early stages when they are more man-ageable. Feel free to give us a call if you would like to take advantage of this.

Jonathan Underwood



In March 2014, to raise funds and awareness for Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, The Eve Appeal is encouraging people to Make Time for Tea.

The Eve Appeal is the only national charity dedi-cated to raising funds for world-class research into, and awareness of, all five gynaecological cancers. In March, as part of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, we are asking people to get together with friends, family and colleagues to hold a tea party for us to raise money and awareness of ovarian cancer for the benefit of all women. Ovarian cancer destroys families. It is the fifth most common cancer in women; each year in the UK al-most 7,000 women are diagnosed, and 4,300 women die from the disease. People are often too embar-rassed to discuss gynaecological cancers or the signs and symptoms. Awareness of gynaecological cancers is very low and many women do not even know there are five gynaecological cancers. In recent years there has been a rise in the number of younger women be-ing diagnosed with gynaecological cancer.By holding a tea party for us you can help us to raise awareness and you could help save the lives of the women you love. So dust off the recipe books, bring out the tea set, hang the bunting and get ready to eat cake in the name of charity!For your free fundraising pack visit www.eveappeal.org.uk/tea email [email protected] or call 020 7605 0100.

The Eve Appeal was launched in 2005 and is the UK’s only national gynaecological cancer research charity. Our mission is to raise funds for research and to save lives from these diseases. The Eve Appeal shares in a united vision with the Gynaecology Cancer Research Centre at University College London to significantly reduce the current 41% mortality rate of gynaecological cancers in the UK.

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uPVC Specialist • Window locks • Garage locksLock outs, Break ins, all makes of locks.

Have you just moved? Who else has a set of keys?For peace of mind do you need your locks changed?

Do you locks comply with your home insurance?

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GMK Electrical ServicesGregory Mark Kay

• Part ‘P’ • 17th Edition - City & Guilds qualified• Fully insured• Fast, Personal & Reliable Service

All electrical work undertaken, no job is to small.Please call for a no obligation quote.

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Further information and bookings at Sussex Osteopath and Complementary Health Clinic in Hurstpierpoint, 01273 835116 or email [email protected].

135-137 High Street Hurstpierpoint BN6 9PU 01273 835116 www.sussex-osteopath.co.uk

December, with all its glittery Christmas romance, has become the most popular month to get engaged.So during the early months of 2014 a multitude of brides-to-be will be busily planning and preparing for their big day. Amongst the usual trepidations over the guest list and choosing venues and flowers are often concerns about looking and feeling their best in that beautiful dress. Such stresses often leave brides-to-be feeling exhausted by the process. Knowing how to nourish the body during times of stress, feed the skin from within and tackle those problem areas can take away much of the anxiety and allow for an enjoyable, rather than stressful journey to the alter.

This is exactly what bride to be Haley Moyse was seeking when she decided to become a Glow Bride. Deciding to take on professional guidance Haley, who is planning her wedding for December 2014, contacted nutrition consultant Belle Amatt to help her develop a nutrition programme that would guide her towards her health goals. Haley explains “This is not just about the wedding day but about living a healthier and longer life with my husband. Together, Belle and I have identified some key areas in which I need support and she has offered informed and realistic advice. I’ve already kicked a long-term fizzy drink habit and I feel confident about meeting and maintaining other goals. Belle provides an informative and relaxed environment, and meeting in wedding

related venues keeps me feeling inspired and motivated.”Meetings begin at the charming Sussex Osteopath and Complementary Health Clinic in Hurstpierpoint, then continue once a month in a variety of locations such as the wedding reception venue. The programme offers a bespoke approach to becoming a glowing bride in the healthiest way possible, hopefully setting the stage for a healthy and happy future.

Whether you have a specific area you would like to focus on, such as complexion or weight, or require tips on how to boost your energy and look your best on your big day, all nutrition programmes are designed to meet the bride’s individual goals.

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CONTAIN YOURSELF

STORAGEHome and Business Storage Solutions

01273 501901www.containyourselfstorage.co.ukSELF STORAGE IN SMALL DOLE


RED OAKSCelebrating life through a quality care home

Red Oaks, The Hooks, Henfield, West Sussex, BN5 9UY

Red Oaks was established in 1972 and offers quality nursing care for older people in a warm and welcoming home setting. Our goal is to emphasise personal independence and individual choice and our residents are given the privacy and support to continue their own pursuits in the comfort of their new home. We welcome and encourage residents’ involvement in a wide variety of regular activities and entertainments organised both within Red Oaks, as well as with the wider local community. Our activities programme includes regular one-to-one activities and outings.

Our residential area has been developed within our home to suit the very individual needs of our residents who are more independent. Other services include day care and dementia care.

Red Oaks has a Five Star Dining award for its exceptional standard of food and dining room service. There is a wide variety of choice on the menu and we can cater for specific dietary needs.

OUR GOAL IS TO EMPHASISE PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE

All residents are cared for by a highly qualified and long standing care and activities team who devise specifically tailored plans that meet their specific requirements perfectly.

For further information please call us on 01273 493043 or visit www.barchester.com/redoaks


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RED OAKSCelebrating life through a quality care home


Red Oaks was established in 1972 and offers quality nursing care for older people in a warm and welcoming home setting. Our goal is to emphasise personal independence and individual choice and our residents are given the privacy and support to continue their own pursuits in the comfort of their new home. We welcome and encourage residents’ involvement in a wide variety of regular activities and entertainments organised both within Red Oaks, as well as with the wider local community. Our activities programme includes regular one-to-one activities and outings.

Our residential area has been developed within our home to suit the very individual needs of our residents who are more independent. Other services include day care and dementia care.

Red Oaks has a Five Star Dining award for its exceptional standard of food and dining room service. There is a wide variety of choice on the menu and we can cater for specific dietary needs.

OUR GOAL IS TO EMPHASISE PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE

All residents are cared for by a highly qualified and long standing care and activities team who devise specifically tailored plans that meet their specific requirements perfectly.

For further information please call us on 01273 493043 or visit www.barchester.com/redoaks


01273 493 [email protected]

We have an extensiverange of stock including:

• Tools • House Ware• DIY Supplies

• Electrical Goods• Key Cutting• Ironmongery

• Painting & Decorating• Gardening

Your friendly, localHARDWARE STORE

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

Conversions Extensions Refurbishments Renovations

Office: 01403 891101Alan Daniels: 07766 522673

Daren Bonwick: 07811 194178Email: [email protected]

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SpecialistGround/Garden/Site ClearanceTree SurgeryHedge CuttingSheds & Out Buildings Cleared

Anytime

PAUL MCDERMOTTElectrician

Local ~ Fully QualifiedFully Insured ~ 17th Edition

Part P Registered• Installation • Testing

• Certification • Appliance Testing07718 509543 • 01273 495927

[email protected]

MICK PATCHINGGENERAL BUILDER

PAINTING & DECORATING(No Job Too Small)

TEL: 01273 491840 MOB: 07765 501740

TREE SURGERY •Climbing •Reductions •Woodchipper •Dismantling •Pruning •StumpGrinding •Felling

JONATHAN CARTERHorsham, surrounding villagesNPTC City & Guilds Qualified. Insured.

07732 [email protected]


We MendWashing Machines All Makes of Washing Machines No Call Out Charge Same Day Service Manufacturer Trained All Work Guaranteed

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• We Specialise In Custom MadeCurtains & Upholstery

• All Types Of Blinds Including Roller, Roman, Venetian & Vertical

Items For Sale Include Fabrics, Wallpapers, Linings, Tracks And Poles

• Our Own Fitting Service Available; Free Estimates

• Locally Established Business With 25 Years Experience

Curtainmaking - Blinds & Clothing AlterationsBarbara Ritchie

Call Barbaraon 01273 492864

for more information [email protected]

REPAIR,SERVICING & INSTALLATIONOF YOUR GAS, LPG & OIL

HEATING SYSTEMS

Est. 1998

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Contact: Peter Jenkins on Henfield

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B&I CARPETS

Free EstimatesProfessional AdviceSamples brought to your home

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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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you and your home treated with respect

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Henfield07761 [email protected]

GAS, PLUMBING &HEATING ENGINEERS

M. C. SERVICES

• 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

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Jeremy CrawleyHenfield Electrician

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ADRIAN OVERLocal Plasterer Est. 1966Specialist in all aspects of plastering

and rendering.For free estimates and a prompt,

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NEED A LOCAL PLUMBER?� repairing / replacing taps� un-blocking sinks� fixing leaks�washing machine/dishwasher installation� replacing radiators, pumps, valves etc.

Ring Colin Sansom at any time on01273 495120 or 07743 669704

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• Wall & Floor Tiling - Natural Stone Specialist

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A. STENNINGYOUR LOCAL PLUMBING AND HEATING CONTRACTOR

CENTRAL HEATING SPECIALISTS

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MARK ATKINSONInterior & Exterior DecoratingWallpaper Specialist30 Years Experience

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CARPET FITTINGWe will fit your own carpets

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We supply - carpets, vinyls, laminates and woods

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Are you feeling unloved (by your financial adviser)?

If you haven’t heard from your financial adviser for a while, it

may not be because they don’t love you anymore, but because they are no longer trading! Last year

saw a major shakeup of the financial advice market which has led to the majority of retail banks exiting the market of giving financial advice to ‘ordinary’ people, often making their entire adviser workforce redundant. On top of this many smaller sole trader financial advis-ers chose to retire at the end of 2012 rather than obtain the necessary qualifications to continue advising. In many cases institutions, small or large, have not even told their clients they are no longer offering advice. Just over a year later this has left thousands of people in the position where they believe they have a finan-cial adviser looking after their interests but actually, they don’t. Its only when they try to make contact with their adviser that they find out they are no longer being looked after. This can mean investments have been left unmonitored, tax planning opportunities wasted and insurance savings missed. To add insult to injury in many cases the firm where your adviser used to work is still receiving a commission from the company your investment or insurance policy is with, despite the fact they are no looking after it for you – in the worst cases your former adviser may have sold this commission stream onto a third party you have never heard off!Many quality formerly-tied bank advisers have made the leap to the independent sector. For example Lor-na Marrett joined us when Santander exited the ad-vice market in March 2012. Many of her clients have sought her out after going into the bank to discover that neither she nor any other advisers work their any-more.

If you haven’t heard from the person you believe to be your adviser for a while it’s probably worth picking up the phone and checking they’re still there to give you advice.Richard Cohen, FPFS, Chartered Financial PlannerNsure Financial Services provide independent finan-cial advice. Nsure Financial Services Ltd, Nsure House, 93 Rowlands Road, Worthing, BN11 3JX. Authorised and regulated by the Financial S e r v i c e s Authority. To arrange a meeting call Sarah Gray on 01903 821010.www.nsure.co.uk

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Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is a tax

on capital ‘gains’. When you sell or give away an asset and it has increased in value, you may be taxable on the profit. This does not apply when you sell personal belong-

ings worth £6,000 or less or, (in most cases), your main home.You may have to pay CGT if you sell, give away, ex-change or otherwise dispose of an asset or part of an asset, or if you receive money from an asset - for ex-ample, compensation for a damaged asset. However, you do not have to pay CGT on selling your car, ISAs, UK government gilts (bonds), betting, lottery or pools winnings, or on any money which forms part of your income for Income Tax purposes.There are some points to bear in mind, as follows: • If you are married or in a civil partnership and

living together, you can transfer assets to your spouse or civil partner without having to pay CGT;

• You can’t give assets to your children or others, or sell assets cheaply without having to consider CGT;

• If you make a loss you may be able to make a claim for that loss and deduct it from other gains, but only if the asset normally attracts CGT. For example, you cannot set a loss on selling your car against gains from disposing of other assets;

• If an individual dies and leaves their belongings to their beneficiaries, there is no CGT to pay at that time. However, if an asset is later disposed of by a beneficiary, any CGT they may have to pay will be based on the difference between the market value at the time of death and that at the time of disposal.

Capital Gains Tax is worked out for each Tax Year (which runs from 6 April one year to 5 April the fol-lowing year). It is charged on the total of your taxable gains, after taking into account: certain costs and re-liefs that can reduce or defer gains; allowable losses you have made on assets to which CGT normally ap-plies; and the Annual Exempt (tax-free) Amount - this is £10,900 for every individual in 2013/14.The following CGT rates apply: 18% and 28% for in-dividuals (the rate used will depend on the amount of their total taxable income and gains); 28% for Trust-ees or Personal Representatives; and 10% for gains qualifying for Entrepreneurs’ Relief. You need to work out your total taxable income before

Capital Gains Taxassessing which CGT rate to use. First, work out your taxable income by deducting any tax-free allowances and reliefs that you are entitled to. Next, see how much of your basic rate band is already being used against your taxable income. The basic rate band for 2013-14 is £32,010. Then allocate any remaining basic rate band against your other gains; these are charged at 18%. Any remaining gains above the basic rate band are charged at 28%. However, any gains that qualify for Entrepreneurs’ Relief (ER) are charged at 10%. ER is available on any business asset dispos-als, providing you have met the qualifying conditions throughout a one year qualifying period up to the date of disposal.CGT is payable on 31 January following the end of the Tax Year in which the disposal was made. So the CGT on disposals made in 2013/14 is due on 31 January 2015. As a planning point therefore, dispos-als made early in the Tax Year (rather than towards the end of the Tax Year) give you longer to pay the CGT. For example, a disposal on 1 April 2014 will result in the CGT falling due to be paid on 31 January 2015. But if the disposal was delayed by just one month to 1 May 2014 (i.e. early in the new Tax Year), the CGT payment date is pushed back to 31 January 2016. Al-ways remember that the date of disposal is deemed to be the date when the sale becomes unconditional. So far as property disposals are concerned, this usu-ally means that the effective date of disposal is the date of exchange of contracts, rather than the date of completion.Consideration should be given to using your CGT an-nual exemption, because if you do not use it in one year, you lose it; you cannot carry forward unused ex-emption amounts to later years. If you have not used your CGT annual exemption, you could decide to sell shares realising a gain up to the exempt amount and then repurchase them later at a similar price; this is known as ‘bed and breakfasting’. The effect is to raise the base cost of your shares, therefore saving CGT in the future, without paying any tax now. However, this is much more difficult these days, due to matching rules. If an asset is sold and then bought back within the following 30 days, the disposal is matched with the subsequent purchase for CGT purposes so the old gain may not be ‘washed out’. However, variations on this may still be possible. ‘Bed and spousing’ in-volves an individual selling their shares at a gain and their spouse/civil partner making an equivalent pur-chase. ‘Bed and ISAing’ can also be used – an indi-vidual sells shares to use their annual exemption and can they buy them back on the open market through an ISA. Paul SamrahFor further advice on this or other business issues, contact Paul Samrah on 01737 781546 or email [email protected]

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ACCOUNTANCY, TAX & BOOKKEEPINGA&B Matters 04The Accountancy Practice 49Kingston Smith LLP 65R J Dewdney 63 ARCHITECTRoger Minost Architect 60BED & BREAKFAST & ACCOMMODATIONNumber One The Laurels 49BUILDERS & CARPENTRYAdlam and Beadle 31Henfield Homes & Property Maintenance 57Nigel Parsons 56Optimal Property Maintenance 59Willow Construction 54CARECherish Care 42Know Dementia 67Red Oaks Care Home 52Upper Mead 61CARPET SUPPLY & CAREB&I Carpets 66Carpet Fitting Les Sheeran 60Henfield Flooring 21Selectacarpet 48CATERING & FARM SHOPS Kaylee’s Cakery 12Rushfields Farm Shop 02taste...deli 16CLEANINGOven Heaven 08Sussex Oven Cleaning 50COMPUTER REPAIR & IT SUPPORTHenfield Helpline 51PC Doctor 65CONSERVATORIESThe Conservatory Co. 48The Countryman Home Improvements 42DENTAL SERVICESHenfield Dental 34The Mallards 32DOG WALKING & PET SITTINGAmanda Wilde 17Canine Adventures 44DOUBLE GLAZINGBHW Glass 58N. Constantine Repairs 58ELECTRICAL SERVICESBurt Electrical 57GMK Electrical 49Jeremy Crawley Electrician 58Paul Barnard 58Paul McDermott 55FENCING & GATESPremier Fencing 59FINANCIAL PLANNING / MORTGAGESNsure 62Kingston Smith LLP 64FIRE SAFETY & TRAININGMK Fire Training 39GARAGES Braziers Autos 66Coles Automotive 68Mile Oak Servicing 57

GARDENERS, GARDENS & NURSERIESBeechcroft Landscapes 60Gardener Tom 53Hamfelds 53Heritage Logs 21Jack Dunckley’s Birchfield Nursery 09Martin Standing 54The Green Reaper 55Rooted 60Rushfields 02S. Goodridge 53Wilkinson Cox Garden Design 55GIFTS, BOOKS, JEWELLERY & ARTGareth’s Emporium 20Lorimer Photography 39Steyning Bookshop 38Stokes Newsagents 10 GROUNDWORKSB Muzeen Groundworks 48GUTTER MAINTENANCEJust Gutters 56HAIR & BEAUTYHair and Co 30Hyatt’s Hair 29Louisa Jayne Partridge Green 41Mermaids in the Sun tanning 22Natasha 10Pinks Hairdressing 41HANDYMAN SERVICES Optimal Property Services 59Henfield Homes and Property Maintenance 57HARDWARE & DIYHamfelds 53HEALTH & COMPLEMENTARY HEALTHDB Foot Clinics 42Emotional Freedom Techniques 41Henfield Chiropractic Clinic 40Henfield Podiatry Clinic 40Nia 41 Sussex Osteopath & CHC 50Tai Chi & Qui Gong 08HOLIDAYS AND TRAVELSwanage Holiday Lets 21INSURANCENsure 62INTERIORS, FURNITURE & CURTAINSBarbara Ritchie 56Gareth’s Emporium 20KITCHENSAdlam and Beadle 31LEISURE & COMMUNITYThe Community Church 18Henfield Hall 51Henfield Leisure Centre 47St Barnabas House 43LETTING AGENTSBeacon Lettings 55LOCKSMITHSLucy Locksmith 48LOGSMillbrook 12Heritage Logs 21OPTICIANHenfield Eye Care 43

OVEN CLEANINGOven Heaven 21Sussex Oven Cleaning 57PAINTING & DECORATINGLadies who Decorate 53 Mark Atkinson 59Mick Patching 55Trim Decorating 48PEST CONTROLACT Pest Control 42Mr Mole (Gogga Pest Control) 53 PHOTOGRAPHYSamphire Photography 04PLASTERERAdrian Over 58PLUMBERA. Stenning 59Aspect Plumbing & Heating 59Aquatec 56CJ Plumbing 48Colin Sansom 58MC Services 57The Plumbing and Tiling Company 58PST Plumbing 60PUBS & RESTAURANTS The Bull Inn 03The Orchards Restaurant 35The Plough 36The Shepherd and Dog 06The White Hart 06ROOFING & ROOF MAINTENANCEGRP Flat Roofing 54SCHOOLS, NURSERIES, ACTIVITIES Busy Bees 49The Dove Nursery 49Oscar Bears Day Care 41The Towers Convent School 28SOLICITORSGriffith Smith Farrington Webb 65

STORAGE SOLUTIONSContain Yourself Storage 51

SWIMMING LESSONSMXT Swim 21TAXI & CHAUFFEUR SERVICESHenfield Village Cars 38Personal Car Service 51TELEVISION AND AUDIOAerials and More 49Bowers and Wilkins 60TILING SERVICESThe Plumbing and Tiling Company 58TREE SURGERYThe Green Reaper 55Jonathan Carter Trees 55Southern Beeches 54The Tree Works 54VETERINARY SURGERIESHawthorn Surgeries 44WASHING MACHINE REPAIRSWe Mend Washing Machines 56WEIGHT LOSS & HEALTHSlimming World 22

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DROP-IN FOR A CHAT:Henfield Medical Centre -Thursday 6 Februaryfrom 13-15.30am

Henfield’s Dementia Friendly Community (DFC) Diary

JAZZLED - our jazz, swing and blues choir, made up of members of the community whomay have a medical condition or not (it doesn’t really matter), meets every other Thursday in Henfield - contact us for further details.

DEMENTIA IS EVERYONE’S BUSINESS - When you are out and about in your village why not ask your local bank, pub, service or shop what they are doing to support people with a dementia. We have been asking local organisations what they could do to support their customers and members to stay part of our community.

Want to know more? - Drop in to the Medical Centres to chat with us - dates and times below.

Welcome to our monthly diary.

For further information please use Know Dementia’s website or contact the team on:

01273 494300 or email

[email protected].

CHRISTMAS TEA DANCE - Held on 1st December in The Henfield Hall with over 80 people attending. Our thanks to Sidonie Winter and Jazzled choir for their superb performances on the day. Also many thanks to local companies Swains, Pinks, Jeremys, Jasmines, Stokes, Truffles, Cherish Care and all the volunteers who helped make the day so successful. A grand total of £1,300 was raised for the charity.

FRIENDLY FACES SUSSEX - Our first volunteers are starting their induction and police checks so they can offer support to local families. Please contact us if you would be interested in finding out more.

DEMENTIA FRIENDS - Well done to the admin and reception staff of Henfield Medical Centre and Woodlawn Surgery for attending the Dementia Friends National session and receiving their badges. Know Dementia’s Champion, Alex, delivered a session in the Medical Centre to a very enthusiastic group.

Coles Automotive- you’ll LOVE our tyre prices!

Browns Meadow, Edburton, Henfield01273 857520 www.colesautomotive.co.uk

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For the best tyre prices (including free valves and balancing) call us for a quote

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