LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 1

Issue No. 10 April 2006

A monthly guide for the people of Lindfield. Circulation: 3,800

• Easter church services • Charity football news • St George recipe •

• Lindfield Rural Parish and Parish Council newsletters included •
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 2
Cover image: All Saints’ Church
© Lindfield Times 2006
Copydate for March issue
of Lindfield Times:
Monday 10th April 2006
Editor
Jeremy Crooks
Tel: 01444 487454
Email:
editor@lindfieldtimes.co.uk
www.lindfieldtimes.co.uk
Printed by: Swan Press
www.swanpress.co.uk
Design by: Kipper
www.kippercreative.com
Page 2
Editorial
SPRING IS HERE and with it a rush of
activity. Lindfield seems to come to life at
this time of year with many activities
taking place. Please keep sending in
articles about life in the village so that
we can promote them. Congratulations,
we have reached our target 40 pages –
but we still need more information from
all circles.
Our website is now up and running
and previous editions can be found at
www.lindfieldtimes.co.uk
Our deadline for articles is now 10th
of the preceding month eg: for the May
edition the deadline will be 10th April.
Our distribution has now reached 3,800
copies in the Lindfield area so if you are a small
business this is an extremely powerful form of
local advertising.
We can also assist you with designing adverts
as well as creating or enhancing your own
personal website at very competitive prices.
For information about either of these services
please call 487454.
If you know anyone in the Lindfield area
who is not receiving a copy of the Lindfield
Times then please let me know and I will make
sure they do!
Jeremy Crooks Editor
Lindfield Times
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 3
EVENTS AT
King Edward Hall
1st Village Plan Exhibition
(Martin Higgins 484120)
5th Elegance Fashion Show in aid of St.
Catherine’s Hospice
(Maggie Griffin 453175)
6th Country Market 10am-11.15am
(Sheila Hobbs 438896)
KEH Film Show (postponed from March)
7th Haywards Heath Swimming Club
Quiz Night (John Mills 452026)
12th Lindfield Horticultural Society Talk
8pm – ‘Succulents of Tenerife and
Gran Canaria’. Presented by
Dr Anthony and Mrs Suzanne Mace
13th Country Market 10am-11.15am
(Sheila Hobbs 438896 )
20th Country Market 10am-11.15am
(Sheila Hobbs 438896 )
27th Country Market 10am-11.15am
(Sheila Hobbs 438896)
KEH Film Show
28th- Antiques Fair
1st May (Penman Antiques 01825 744074 )
If you want to book one of the three halls
please call the booking secretary Nina on
01444 487445.
April 2006
Interviewees
required
AT OATHALL we have recently started an after
school writing club for students of any age and
ability who love writing. From journalism, to
story writing to poetry, the club has been very
popular.
Miss Abrahams and Mrs Halpin organised the
club to make writing another club option
besides sport, music and helping on the farm.
Writers that inspire us include;
• Jacqueline Wilson
• Lemony Snicket
• Malorie Blackman
• Antony Horowitz
We are already hoping to work with Ottakers
bookstore in Haywards Heath and the Mid
Sussex Times.
If anyone is happy to give up their time to be
interviewed on their business or celebrity
lifestyle we would be most grateful.
Alternatively if you know of anywhere we could
publish our work please get in touch with us.
Thank you.
By Lizzie Jay, Jasmine Fowler, Luke Fairhead
and Joanna Storer.
OATHALL COMMUNITY COLLEGE STUDENTS
WRITING CLUB
In addition, if any experienced writers in the
village would like to bestow their knowledge
or get involved please contact Ruth Abrahams
at Oathall (rabrahams@wsgfl.org.uk).
Page 3
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 4
‘Unbelievable’ threat to Pond
LINDFIELD, one of the county’s best kept
villages is being threatened by a little known
ruling concerning Health and Safety issues
relating to the dangers of village ponds. In order
to impose this EU directive to save the hands
(and feet) of those who feed the ducks and
pond life, there is a proposal that village ponds
should be extinguished!
In order to implement this directive it is
understood that an outline planning application
is to be made shortly to the Mid Sussex District
Council for Lindfield’s picturesque pond to be
drained and filled in for use for alternative
leisure pursuits with associated car parking. It
has been indicated that such leisure activities
such as skate boarding and roller skating might
be included with overflow car parking for The
King Edward hall opposite the pond.
Incredulity and outrage has swept through
this award winning village at these proposals. It
is understood that a well known Italian Leisure
Group is to make the application and to use this
infill development as a pilot for other villages.
The Ripofallo Group from Venice, financed by
generous grants from the EU have recently
completed land reclamation schemes in Holland.
Mindful of the success of congestion charges in
London, they have been commissioned by their
home city to undertake a traffic census and to
remove water from the streets. This is to stop the
overflow of tourists and to prevent Venice from
sinking. Consequently the Ripofallo Group wish
to bring their expertise to the UK.
A spokesman for the Lindfield Conservation
Society said he hoped that these rumours do
not hold water, but that the village could not
duck these issues.
A representative of the Ripofallo Group stated
that if permission was not obtained they would
not appeal, adding that this would be their
swan song as far as Lindfield was concerned.
Page 4
I strongly support everybody going to The
Village Plan Exhibition at the King Edward Hall
on Saturday 1st April, 2006. All residents are
warmly invited to come along to this free
exhibition and take the opportunity to express
and discuss their views on the various aspects for
the future development of Lindfield.This is the
follow up to the exhibition held in October 2005
when some 500 adults and children attended.
The detailed results of the Village Plan
Questionnaire will be available. There will also
be an opportunity to sign a petition objecting
to the eradication of Lindfield’s much admired
and photographed village pond
Be sure to make a special note in your diaries
of the date mentioned above.
Brian Tester
Advertise here
next month!
Competitive advertising rates
available for this magazine!
If your business is local, don’t
be left out. It’s delivered to over
3,500 homes in Lindfield.
Call 01444 487454 now to book
your space.
Lindfield Times
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 5

FR
EE
EN
TR
YA
ND
CO
FFEE
!

VISIT THE SECOND

VILLAGE PLAN EXHIBITION
KING EDWARD HALL
1ST APRIL 2006
9.30 AM UNTIL 1.00 PM

“THIS IS A PROGRESS REPORT FOR YOU!”

An opportunity to see the responses to the

recent questionnaire and an outline of the
proposed Lindfield Village Plan

April 2006 Page 5

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 6

Lindfield Parish
Council Newsletter

MEETINGS AND OTHER EVENTS IN APRIL VILLAGE SPRING CLEAN

Every year the Parish Council organises a Village
Sunday, 2 April Spring Clean which includes picking up of
Mobile Civic Amenity Freighter in Tollgate litter, clearance of rubbish in the twittens and
car park washing down of road signs and street
10.30 – 12.00 noon furniture. This is a great community event but
the numbers attending have dwindled in recent
Thursday, 6 April years, and we need to consider whether to
Environment and Amenities Committee continue with it.
8.00 p.m. Saturday 22 April is the day when the Spring
Clean will take place this year. It will be held
Tuesday, 18 April from 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and those taking
Planning and Traffic Committee part need to report to the KEH between those
8.00 p.m. times to be given specific tasks to do. If you
have noticed anything in your neighbourhood
Saturday, 22 April which you feel the Spring Clean team could
Village Spring Clean tackle, then please let us know.
10.00 – 1.00 p.m. If you would like to join us for the Spring
Clean, please return this form to the Parish
Tuesday, 25 April Office, 6 Denmans Lane, Lindfield, RH16 2LB
Parish Meeting
8.00 p.m.
Village Spring Clean
All meetings are held in the King Edward Hall, Name: ……………………......……………………………..…

unless shown otherwise. Please check the notice

Address: ……………………......……………………………..…
board in Denmans Lane for any additional
meetings that may be called. All meetings are ……………………......……………………………..…

open to the public and there is a period set

Tel. No: ……………………......……………………………..…
aside at the beginning and the end of each
meeting for public questions/comments. At Email: ……………………......……………………………..…

meetings of the Planning and Traffic

Committee, up to two people for and two I would prefer to do* litter picking
against each planning application will be washing down signs and street furniture
permitted to speak, for a maximum of two other (please specify):
minutes, at the invitation of the Chairman. * delete as appropriate

Page 6 Lindfield Times

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 7

PARISH MEETING OTHER NEWS

What is the Parish Meeting? It is a meeting of the
parish electorate, not a Parish Council meeting,
although the Chairman of the Parish Council will
call the meeting and, if present, will chair it.
There is no set format for a Parish Meeting, and
its main purpose is to allow individuals to discuss
parish affairs and, if appropriate, pass resolutions.
Any such resolutions are not binding on the
Parish Council but will, of course, be considered
very seriously. In essence, the Parish Meeting allows
the electorate to raise issues that are not on any
Parish Council agenda, or which they feel may
benefit the village or which they feel would be of
general interest and benefit. Do please take this
opportunity to be at the meeting if you have any
such matters that you wish to raise in public.
HOW TO CONTACT THE PARISH COUNCIL
The Parish Council office at 6 Denmans Lane
continues to be open 3 times a week – Tuesdays
1.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays
10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. – when members of the
public are welcome to come along to look at
planning applications for Lindfield, obtain bus
passes and railcard vouchers, purchase green
sacks or simply seek advice on issues of concern.
However, if you do need to speak with someone
outside our normal opening hours, than please
contact the Clerk by telephone on 01444 484115
or by fax on 01444 484918, who will be happy
to make alternative arrangements with you.You
can also contact us by email
clerks@lindfieldpc.fsnet.co.uk or visit our web
site at www.lindfieldparishcouncil.org.uk.
• The controversial planning application for a
development of two blocks of flats at 46
Denmans Lane has been refused by the Mid
Sussex District Council’s Central Area
Planning Committee. We shall have to wait
and see if the matter is taken to Appeal.
• The Parish Council has agreed with West
Sussex County Council that it will upgrade
the first two lighting columns in Backwoods
Lane (Black Hill end) and install a new
lighting column opposite the entrance to the
Bowling Club car park. A Working Party is
reviewing all other lighting columns in the
village, which are the responsibility of the
Parish Council.
• The Parish Council will be responsible for the
running of the public toilets in Denmans Lane
as from 1 April 2006. A Working Party has
been set up to co-ordinate the handover from
the District Council and to consider what should
be done with the building. A recent survey
revealed that it will cost in the region of
£12,000 to £15,000 to bring them up to
standard and the Working Group is discussing
the various options with relevant professional
bodies before making recommendations as to
what work should be done. Rest assured that
the toilets will continue to operate, although it
may be necessary to close them for a short
period of time for the necessary work to be
carried out.

THE MEMBERS OF LINDFIELD PARISH COUNCIL ARE AS FOLLOWS:

Cllr. Margaret Nicolle (Chairman) Cllr. Margaret Hersey They can all be
Cllr. Derrick Johnson (Vice Chairman) Cllr. Barry Phillpot contacted, in the first
Cllr. Mike Allen Cllr. Roger Pickett instance, via the Parish
Cllr. Jimmy Barnes Cllr. Christopher Snowling Office, or by reference
Cllr. Will Blunden Cllr. Alison Stevenson to the Lindfield Village
Cllr. Michael Davies Cllr. Valerie Upton Directory and Year Book

April 2006 Page 7

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 8

FREE BUS
TRAVEL
giving you the
freedom to explore
East & West Sussex

If you are 60 or
over or suffer
from a qualifying
disability & are
permanently
resident in Mid
Sussex, you may
be eligible for
FREE bus travel.

A Sussex Countycard is
available at no charge and
entitles you to FREE bus travel
in East & West Sussex after
9.00am weekdays, and anytime
weekends and Bank Holidays.

For more Information please

contact Elizabeth Lancaster on
01444 477304 or email
elizabethl@midsussex.gov.uk
Available from 1st April 2006
All existing Sussex Countycards are valid for
free bus travel.

Page 8 Lindfield Times

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 9

Free bus travel under new

concessionary scheme
MID SUSSEX DISTRICT COUNCIL runs a Concessionary
Travel Scheme, which helps Mid Sussex residents who
suffer from a disability or who are 60 years of age or
more, with the cost of travel.
Bus passes are available at no charge to eligible Mid
Sussex residents. The bus pass entitles them to free
travel on all bus journeys in East & West Sussex. It can be used
after 9.00am Monday to Friday and anytime at weekends and Bank Holidays.
All current Sussex Countycard holders will be able to continue using their
existing half price bus pass and benefit from free travel from 1st April 2006.
Senior Railcards entitle residents to one third off the cost of most rail journeys.
There is a discounted charge of £17.00 for the Senior Railcard, but some town
and parish councils may provide a subsidy to reduce this charge.
Disabled Persons Railcard entitles the holder and a companion to a third off
most rail travel. There is a discounted charge of £11.90 for this railcard, but some
town and parish councils may provide a subsidy
to reduce this charge.
Taxi Vouchers are available to assist residents
with a disability in Mid Sussex who cannot
physically use other forms of public transport. A
book containing vouchers can be obtained free
of charge, and one or more vouchers may be
used to pay for up to half the fare with
participating taxi companies. Please note, under
the terms of the concessionary travel scheme,
only one book of vouchers can be obtained in
any one financial year.
All of the above are subject to the terms and
Conditions of Mid Sussex District Council’s
Concessionary Travel Scheme.
For further information please contact
Elizabeth Lancaster (Concessionary Fares
Officer). Community Services Division, Mid
Sussex District Council, Oaklands, Oaklands
Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 1SS.
Tel (01444) 477304.
ElizabethL@midsussex.gov.uk

April 2006 Page 9

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 10

Ancient answers for modern times

Daoist Water Method Chi Gung
CHI GUNG are Daoist health exercises. They are the foundation material for
learning the deeper healing, martial and meditative internal arts of Tai Chi
and Ba Gua. By developing correct posture, using breathing techniques and
allowing the mind to gently reconnect and direct the opening up of the
physical and energetic bodies, Chi Gung aims initially to stabilise and
subsequently to enhance a person’s health and vitality. This brings about
physical relaxation and mental clarity. The emphasis is not on muscular
strength but on developing and balancing internal structure, circulation
and energy. It can be practised by people of all ages, types and abilities.
Opening the Energy Gates is an introduction into the Daoist Water
Method Chi Gung. It builds the structure and shell from which the internal arts of
Tai Chi and Ba Gua are constructed. A new 10 week class will start on April
Tuesday 18th 2006 with the aim of:

• Developing the correct internal alignments whilst standing. This starts the
process of opening the joints, reducing the wear and tear to the joints that
comes with the ageing process.
• Maintaining the internal alignments in
movement. So that chi flows in a smooth
and balanced way throughout the body and
movement becomes more efficient.
Chi Gung
• Relaxing and softening the body; a tight
body is a tense body. The mind needs to
reconnect with the physical body. Such a
process will start to relax the nervous
system, the root of all stress.
• Toning the body. This develops the natural
elasticity of the soft tissues and allows the
body to move in one connected movement
• Introducing the process of dissolving
energetic blockages. This allows safe
energetic development to occur.

Venue: St.Richards church hall, Sydney Road,

Haywards Heath from 7-8pm.

For further details and booking please contact

Peter Jenkins on 01444 455309 or
kunlunarts@aol.com

Page 10 Lindfield Times

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 11

What’s the alternative?

NIGEL GARION-HUTCHINGS is a Homoeopath/author and stress
management educator. He has been in professional practice for over 25 years.
Send in your questions to him by email or post and he will reply in the next
issue. Homoeopathy is essentially an individualised system of treatment so
remedies suggested here can only be generalised and should not take the place
of your professional health carer’s advice.
Email your questions to whatsthealternative@positivemedicine.com or
write to Fullspectrum,WTA 33 High St, Lindfield, Sussex. RH16 2HJ

Dear Nigel
My son is 4 years old and has suffered from eczema for the last 6 months. It is red and very itchy
and he scratches it until it bleeds. It is much worse at night, after a bath and when he gets
overheated. It looks very dry and he tells me it’s painful and often feels like its burning. I don’t
want to keep using hydrocortisone creams on him so can you suggest an alternative.
Elena from Lindfield

Dear Elena
You are wise to restrict the use of
hydrocortisone cream on your son’s eczema as
this will only tend to suppress the symptoms of
Richard Funnell & Co Ltd.
Local Roofing Contractor
inflammation and consequently interfere with
Established 25 Years
the body’s attempt to heal itself. I would suggest
you cut out any dairy, sugary foods or drinks
you may be giving him and try goats or Soya
milk for a while as cow’s milk is known to be
an irritant for many children. Try to get him to
drink plenty of water flavoured with a little
Urtica urens maybe disguised with a little honey
for a few weeks. This is surprisingly palatable
even for children. This is often helpful in allergic Roof Maintenance,
eczema which this may be. Tiling, Slating, Leadwork,
From a homoeopathic point of view the
Chimneys, Flat Roofs & Guttering
symptoms you have given point towards the
remedy sulphur. Give sulphur 6c twice daily for
From Porches to Mansions
10 days to see if that helps. Massage chickweed
oil into his skin after baths and at night and rub
a little calendula onto his red and itchy places Tel & Fax 01444 457699
three times a day. This will help prevent Mob 07973 345829
infection, help the new skin to regenerate and www.richardfunnellroofingco.uk
relieve the itching.
April 2006 Page 11
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 12

What’s cooking in April?

Lindfield Times goes into the kitchen with Caroline Young

WE HAVE such a diversity of people living in our country

these days, many of whom celebrate their own national
saint's days and holidays, our own patron saint of
England, St. George, tends to be forgotten. His saint’s day is
23rd April, which is also the birthday of William Shakespeare. “St George he was for England
There are many stories about who St. George was but I And, before he killed the dragon,
rather fancy this one. It is thought he was a late 3rd century He drank a pint of English ale
Roman Christian from Asia Minor. Travelling through Libya Out of an English flagon.”
he arrived at a city which was terrified by a dragon that ate G.K.Chesterton
their sheep. They had tried unsuccessfully to appease the
dragon by sacrificing their young women. The day George arrived, the unfortunate king’s daughter,
Cleolinda, was to meet her fate and, dressed as a bride, had been tied to the entrance of the
dragon’s sea cave. The brave young man overcame the dragon and the princess led it back into the
city by a silken ribbon. The king and his subjects were so amazed by George’s feat they all
immediately converted to Christianity. St. George was declared patron saint of England in 1348.
Roast beef may be the traditional dish of England but here is something a little less expensive to
serve on our saint’s day.

BEEF CRUMBLE Serves 4 Hot Cross Buns

Cook 1 finely chopped large onion in a little
oil until soft and golden brown.
Break up 450g best quality minced beef, add
to the onion and cook, stirring frequently, until
the meat is no longer pink.
Stir in 2tbs plain flour, 2tbs tomato purée,
1tbs red wine vinegar and 300ml beef stock.
Bring to the boil, stirring, until the mixture has
thickened slightly. Spoon into a shallow baking
dish
Preheat the oven to 190°C.
Rub 50g butter into 115g plain flour until it
resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Stir in 75g finely
grated mature Cheddar cheese, a good pinch of
mixed herbs and seasoning. Sprinkle evenly over
the meat.
Bake for about 50 min or until golden brown
and crisp.
Page 12
In London’s Docklands I understand there is a
pub called the Widow’s Son which displays a
rather strange assortment of Hot Cross Buns
called the Widow’s Bun Collection. Apparently a
widow lived on the site of the pub in the early
1800’s and every Good Friday she baked a Hot
Cross Bun for her sailor son who, unfortunately,
never returned home. After the pub was built
the terms of the lease stated that each year a
sailor should hang a bun in the window in
memory of this sad lady. Each year the buns are
kept and added to the collection!
Hot Cross Buns were once thought to have
holy powers and have the ability to protect a
household from illness or disaster. In the late
1700’s such buns could only be sold on special
occasions or holy days. Sadly today Hot Cross
Buns seem to be sold all the year round. Why
not just enjoy them on the day they were meant
to celebrate – warm with lots of butter.
Lindfield Times
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 13

LIMES
BISTRO WITH ROOMS
67 HIGH STREET

OPENING MAY 2006

Limes was formally the dental surgery in Lindfield High Street and last year the property was
bought by Chris and Johanna White. Having lived in Lindfield for five years and with an
established career in catering behind them, most recently The Fountain Inn, Ashurst, the
Whites felt there was a need for a bistro in the village to offer a different style of dining.
So they decided to invest in No. 67.
Limes have undergone extensive restoration and repairs creating an informal, stylish and modern
dining room with oak flooring and contemporary décor.
The licensed bistro will serve breakfast, morning coffee, lunch and evening meals with a menu to
suit all tastes. Children are welcome during the day.
The four en-suite letting rooms all include tea and coffee making facilities, flat screen televisions
with freeview, telephone and internet connection. All rooms have been designed to accommodate
the business person passing through or a couple wanting to spend a long weekend in one of the
prettiest villages in Sussex.

April 2006 Page 13

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 14

Anyone for Tennis?

LINDFIELD LAWN TENNIS CLUB OPEN DAY
Saturday 22nd APRIL, 2006 on the Common
An opportunity to come along for either an informal game or just a chat. This is a small,
friendly Club which caters for all standards of players and is always welcoming new members.
Juniors will be entertained and have a chance to play between 11.00am -1.00pm.Your hosts will
be Gareth Hixson, (our Club Coach), Rod Ransom and our Junior members.
Adults are welcome between 2.00- 5.00pm. Come changed for action or settle for a cup of tea
and a chat.
Telephone: Jenny Bailey 01444 459376, or Julia Whittaker 01444 482019 for more information

Saved tree saves knees!

ONE OF THE CHURCHES in
Lindfield has recently unveiled
two new Oak benches in its
courtyard, which represent the
ultimate in local recycling.
The items – which can be
seen and tested at Lindfield
United Reformed Church –
have been crafted by retired
carpenter/joiner, John
Newnham, in his workshops in
Cuckfield from the wood of an
old Oak tree which used to
stand on the Common.
The Oak is believed to have
been felled in the mid-1990s
due to its ill-health. The Lindfield Preservation Society managed to secure the wood, and have it
stored at East Mascalls Farm while it seasoned. This was also around the time of Lindfield URC
opening its extended premises, and they kindly offered some of the wood for the purposes of
garden benches. The church gratefully accepted at the time but had forgotten all about it until the
Preservation Society noticed, from its records, that the allocation had not yet been given.
The benches have been long talked about and in the making too, representing around 60-70
hours of work for John, who is also a member of the church.
Alongside this project, wood from the same tree has also been used to make the notice boards
outside the Parish Council offices and a couple of other benches around the village too.

Page 14 Lindfield Times

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 15

Indulge mind and body

• Guinot Facials • Thalgo Body Treatments • Jessica Manicures

• Jessica Pedicures • CACI - Non Surgical Face Lifts
• Quantum Body Treatments • Oxygen Crystal Clear
• Massage • La Stone Therapy • Aromatherapy
• Reflexology • Reiki • Indian Head Massage
• Bridal Make-up • Self Tanning • Hair Removal
• Infra Red Sauna and Steam
• Hydratherapy Pool • Relaxation Lounge

New Oriental Suite at O’Spa

Featuring Duel Massage and the totally indulgent ‘Indoceane Treatment’
Mediterranean, Egyptian, Indian and Chinese influences bring together
this relaxing marine treatment. Begin with a purifying body rub,
followed by a soak in bath milk adding luxurious massage oils,
followed by a Qi-MarineTM and Sacred Locus body wrap.

Ideal gift voucher

Luxury overnight accommodation

Open 10 am -10 pm, 7 days a week
Gift Vouchers Available
Telephone: 01444 45 46 45
Website: www.o-spa.co.uk
18 High Street, Cuckfield, West Sussex RH17 5JU
Members of BABTAC • EMBODY • Jessica Fellowship Salon

April 2006 Page 15

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 16

Lindfield Rural Parish

Council Newsletter
Lindfield Rural Parish Council, Millennium Village Centre
Lewes Road, Scaynes Hill, West Sussex RH17 7PG. Tel: 01444 831499
email: lindfieldrural.parishcouncil@virgin.net SPRING 2006
website: www.lindfieldrural-pc.org.uk

A Welcome From The Chairman

A very warm welcome to the first newsletter of 2006. It was our intention to produce four
such newsletters per year but I regret that we were a trifle tardy in 2005 and only
produced half that number; we intend to perform better this year. To further assist in our
communication with our residents we are in the process of upgrading our web site and are
producing a Parish Plan (see below).We are still keen, however, to receive feedback from
residents as to what course of action you would like your Council to pursue.

Small Scale Housing Development Plan
You may remember that we held an
Extraordinary meeting last July to discuss the
“Option” report. There were two such sites
affecting our Parish, one was the land at
Gravelye Lane/Lyoth Lane Lindfield and the
other at the rear of Newton Road, Lindfield
(within Lindfield Urban Parish Council area).
MSDC were to produce their recommendations
to the Secretary of State by December 2005,
but, because there was such an extensive
amount of interest shown by the community,
the report has not been finalised. It is
anticipated that the Report will be completed by
April 2006. However, at a meeting of the `Better
Environment Advisory Group’ (MSDC) is was
agreed to recommend to full Council that the
two sites, as listed above, should be included on
the list to Secretary of State.
Housing & Industrial Development
The Parish Council (as other Parishes) has
been battling to restrict the proliferation of
inappropriate housing developments. This is
Page 16
particularly relevant where proposals are to
demolish or marginalize a single house on a
large plot with the intention of building a
multitude of houses or apartments. The
premiss is that a garden of a house is a
`brownfield site’ and as such is regarded as
suitable for building. Apart from other
important elements (eg lack of infrastructure)
the whole character of the area would be
changed if this policy is allowed to continue. It
was regrettable that we lost the battle to stop
housing at Tall Oaks and Lark Rise in Lyoth
Lane, Lindfield but we intend to strongly
object to any further incursions of this nature.
The Parish Council is also attempting to resist
the building of mini industrial estates in rural
areas. In the past few months several planning
applications have been proposed of this nature
and our stance has been that they have a
detrimental effect on the rural setting and
harmful to the visual amenity of the
countryside . The Council would be grateful for
support in their stance to stop further
development of this nature .
Lindfield Times
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 17
Town Hill Lindfield
As reported before, the Council has been
endeavouring to enhance the appearance of the
area adjacent to the river Ouse but with due
regard to hazards of traffic at that location.
WSCC have installed posts to restrict parking on
the grass verge but the provision of the bus stop
has not been finalised nor has the location of a
new seat. The Parish Council’s efforts over the
past years to achieve a reduced speed limit to
40 mph (instead of 60 mph as at present) have
not been accepted by WSCC but the Parish is
still in dialogue with the Highways Department
particularly after the last accident in that
vicinity.
Gravelye Lane/Lewes Road
As reported last year it was intended to enhance
the appearance of the grass area at the bottom
of Grayelye Lane. Our ambitious plans have
been modified somewhat in that we will not be
planting flower beds. It was felt that the area
would be more attractive with a less formal
arrangement. The seat will be installed shortly
and one of the trees removed with the shrubs
adjacent to the fences cut back and controlled.
Last autumn more daffodil bulbs were planted.
Parking on grass verges
In our last two newsletters we have
recommended that residents do not park on the
grass verges or pavement. The Council has
received many complaints from residents who
complain of the mess that this sort of parking
causes. The grass verges were created to enhance
the appearance of the area and not for parking
vehicles. The Council, therefore, is duty bound
to ensure that vehicles are prevented from
parking in theses areas and propose to take
action shortly.
.
April 2006
Costells Wood
We understand that the Land has been sold to a
private individual. The disappointing aspect of
this long drawn out saga has been the
reluctance of The Woodland Trust, who owned
the adjoining 50 odd acres, to make an offer or
become involved in trying to acquire the Land.
This, despite the magnificent effort of the
residents of Scaynes Hill and surrounding areas
who pledged nearly £7,000 to assist the
Woodland Trust in the purchase.
Parish Plan
It was considered that the best method of
establishing the future needs of residents within
the Parishes was to create a `Parish Plan’. This
was to be formulated with the assistance of an
advisory body, Action in Rural Sussex and a plan
would be drawn up after due consultation with
residents detailing their requirements.
As residents in Lindfield are probably aware,
this procedure is now well advanced and both
Lindfield Parish Councils have joined together
to create a Parish Plan for Lindfield. Exhibitions
have been held and a questionnaire sent to
every household in the area. The questionnaires
have now been returned and the results are in
the process of being analysed.
Our Council, however, decided to split the
Parish, primarily because it was felt that the
requirements of the residential area of Lindfield
were diverse in nature from the rural areas and
Scaynes Hill.
We are in the process of formulating the
consultation method with the latter areas and
it has been decided to send a questionnaire to
residents requesting participation in that
regard. We feel that it is important that as
many residents as possible assist in the
proposals for the development of the area for
the next few years.
Page 17
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 18

Web Site
The Parish Council has revised its website. It is
now available at www.lindfieldrural-pc.org.uk. It
contains all the old site contained and more,
including details of recent planning applications Your Parish Councillors:
in the parish. It is also much easier for the John Dumbleton (Chairman) Tel: 482633
Parish staff to update, so we hope to have more Sheila Hobbs (Vice Chairman) Tel: 483396
items of interest, so if you have any events or Chris Hersey Tel: 482270
items of news you would like publicised please Margaret Hersey Tel: 482270
let the Parish Clerk know. Dennis Hicks Tel: 831599
Ray Jones (Newsletter Editor) Tel: 453868
Traffic Calming Brian Bunt Tel: 831636
There are several proposals that have been Karin Milne (Parish Clerk) Tel: 831499
suggested to WSCC and at present none of the Tracey Pinard (Assistant to the Clerk) Tel: 831499
proposals have been implemented although it is Christopher Snowling Tel: 482172
hoped that the long awaited controlled crossing
at Scaynes Hill (A272) will be installed in the The Council Office in the Village Centre in
near future. The proposed 40mph speed limit Scaynes Hill is open to the public on
between Bedales Corner and Scaynes Hill and Tuesdays (12.30 –1.30)
traffic calming measures in Gravelye and on Thursdays (10.00 –11.00).
Lane/Westlands Road have all been rejected by
WSCC. The Council is still pressing for action.

Bus Passes
As from 1 April 2006 all holders of the Sussex
Lindfield
Countycard will be entitled to free travel after
9.00 am Monday to Friday and any times at
Antiques Fair
weekends or Bank Holidays. For new
applications please contact the Parish Office at 29 April - 1 May
the published opening times.
King Edward Hall
Scaynes Hill Common
The appropriate work has now been completed Complimentary
to ensure that the Common is safe from
unwanted vehicle parking. This includes the car Ticket for Two
park, although the Council is not entirely happy Just bring this advert!
that the measures, taken to discourage 24 specialists bring
unauthorised parking, are totally effective. We quality antiques & art
have agreed, therefore, to review the situation in back to Lindfield
the near future and decide whether a height Saturday 2pm-6pm,
barrier constructed at the entrance to the car park Sunday & Monday 10am-5pm.
would be more acceptable to the community.
T: 0870 350 2442
www.penman-fairs.co.uk
Page 18 Lindfield Times
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 19
Gerry Ryan’s charity
footie match proves
a great success!
ON 4TH OCTOBER 2005, I reached a milestone
in my life – I turned 50! Like a lot of people, I
didn’t want it to go by without notice so I
began to think about how I could celebrate and
make it a birthday to remember. In the end, it
was quite easy. I came up with a plan that
involved both football and music. I decided
upon a game of football between my friends
and my son’s friends. As my son, Darragh,
followed in my footsteps into the beautiful
game and all his friends are football mad, it
seemed an obvious plan; us against them!
Antiques Fair returns
to King Edward Hall
LAST YEAR we had no Antiques Fair in August -
for the first time since it was started back in
1967 by Caroline Filmer, who was running the
antiques shop on Hickmans Lane corner.
Well, now Caroline (now Penman) has re-
claimed the Fair from Ron Beech who had
been running it for about 15 years. Penman
Antiques Fairs run these events across the
country, but Caroline is delighted to be
returning to her roots.
Times change, as does the Fair - now a
smart stand-fitted and vetted event with
dealers from all over England gathering to
offer us quality antiques - and perhaps buying
some of ours too!
April 2006
There was me thinking that we had many
years of experience and knowledge over them
but I can truly say that I would opt for youth
over experience any day, particularly as
Darragh’s team were good footballers too! I also
hatched the cunning plan of playing the game
the day after my official birthday party, thinking
the young lads wouldn’t be able to get up in the
morning, but I was wrong again!
As well as having fun, I decided the event
would be a good excuse to raise a few bob for
charity so I enlisted the services of some of the
lads’ girlfriends, Amy and Katy to name but
two. Well, these girls pulled out all the stops
and raised the fantastic sum of £1,400 which
we donated to the local St Peter’s and St James’
hospice.
Here is a brief report of the game for those
of you who are interested: The young lads got
off to a flying start and were 3 – 0 up very early
on. We were just waking up you understand!
Eventually, after throwing everything at them
(including the kitchen sink!), and still failing to
score, even missing a penalty, we had to resort
to some slightly dubious tactics! Every time we
made a substitution, we took one player off and
put two on! This tactic proved very successful as
the game resulted in a 3 – 3 honourable draw -
well maybe a little dishonourable but in the
circumstances entirely acceptable I believe!
It was then back to the Witch Inn for after
match discussions when it became apparent that
the young lads had not even realised that we
had 14 men on the pitch so, it just goes to
show, there is no substitute for experience!
Gerry Ryan
Page 19
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 20

Blackthorns facelift: “A cool school”

MRS MARGARET JOHNSON,
chair of the West Sussex
County Council, was among
the guests invited to
Blackthorns Community
Primary School on the 9th
March to mark the formal re-
opening of the “new look
Blackthorns”.
The school has undergone a
£500,000 facelift over the
course of the past 9 months
which has seen the walls
literally taken down around
them and replaced; all whilst
school life has carried on as
normal. Mr Bill Catchpole representing the
contractors WH Catchpole, paid testimony to
the smooth way in which the process had gone
and praised the co-operation of the staff and
children over the period. The result – a new was running in the ITC suite for visitors to see.
school! Designed and built for parents by parents in
The audience of governors, teachers, ex- their free time the website can be found at
teachers, parents, Friends of Blackthorns (the www.blackthorns-school.co.uk.
PTA) and the contractors were treated to a show Ruth Schofield said: “Our website will prove to
put on by the pupils comprising music, dance, be a valuable asset not only to give prospective
poetry and rap, all specially composed by the parents a feel for our ‘new school’ but by also
children in celebration of the event. allowing existing parents to easily keep abreast of
Children from each year delighted the the latest news – and all at a click of a button!”
audience with their work, led off by a blues Once all the visitors had left, the children
rock rendition of “A Cool School” presented by had their own celebration lunch and
the school rock band and the year 6 students. entertainment by local entertainer Potty the
The “Recladding Rap” by year 3 and the Pirate. Later the same day more guests enjoyed a
“Blackthorns Song” by the Icing Sugar Penguins reception and were entertained by a jazz band.
added to the fun of the day. All in all it was a long and busy day which
After the opening ceremony more parents fittingly recognised a proud moment for the
and friends joined in with the day to share in staff, pupils and parents of the school.
the fun and to be shown around the school by The village of Lindfield really has got a ‘new
proud students. cool school’.... but don’t take our word for it –
To further mark the schools ‘new era’ check it out at www.blackthorns-school.co.uk
Blackthorns had also launched a brand new or better still why not come along and see
prospectus and their very own website, which for yourself?
Page 20 Lindfield Times
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 21

...more of the A Cool School (Year 6 song)

opening celebrations!
Recladding Rap
Reforms have been done at Blackthorns School
Everyone thought the huts looked cool
Cladding the rooms and the hall
Ladders made the builders look tall
Already finished with all the cladding
Daring builders have been smashing
Dangling pots of paint to find
Inventing new spaces was very kind
Now all of that has been done
Guys and girls at Blackthorns will have
lots of fun
Kelly MacDonald – Year 3
Well the workmen have downed their tools
Leaving us a brand new school
More room, More space
We’re doin well on the education race
Blues, blues, I’ve got no blues
Blues, blues, I’ve got no blues
Blues, blues, I’ve got no blues
I’m at school, cool school
The noise of drilling was sometimes a bore
No time to doze and have a snore
Cool huts, No buts
We’re together for a brand new school
Well we get out of bed ready for school
Looking our best and trying to be cool
Looking cool, Looking cool
Blackthorns school

Do you want
punchy design
and sharp print?

Increase your impact with publications, adverts and web design using the latest techniques.
The Lindfield Times has locally sourced, established and reputable providers for all your
publishing requirements at reasonable prices.You can increase your profile and get results.

For information phone 01444 487454.

April 2006 Page 21

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 22

Hospital shop MAKE FRIENDS and help others in this

new opportunity.
We are looking for volunteers to come
on lookout for and join the new exciting WRVS retail shop
which has recently opened within the main
volunteers entrance of the Princess Royal Hospital at
Haywards Heath.
Various 4-hour shifts are available mornings/
afternoons/evenings/weekends which can be
weekly, fortnightly or monthly to suit you.
No experience necessary and full training
will be given as well as travel expenses paid.
Make friends and help others, use your
existing skills or learn new skills…and make a
real difference to patients, visitors & staff at
your local hospital.
Men & Women over the age of 16 are welcome.
For further information, please call Katy or
Carol on 01444 416557 or 01444 416337
Registered Charity 1015988

Page 22 Lindfield Times

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 23

April 2006 Page 23

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 24

Easter services
Your round-up to what’s on at the village churches over Easter

All Saints Lindfield

Thursday 7.30 pm 3 churches Passover Communion Meal at Great Walstead
(April 13) (Tickets from Tiger Office – 482405)
Good Friday 9.30 am All-age worship service
(April 14) 11.15 am Meditation on the Passion of Christ
7.30 pm Performance of Handel’s Messiah
(Tickets £10 from Tiger Office – 482405)
Easter Sunday 8.00 am Holy Communion
(April 16) 9.30 am All-age Holy Communion
11.15 am Holy Communion
6.30 pm Service of Easter Praise

Lindfield United Reformed Church

Good Friday 10.30am ‘The Challenge of the Cross.’ A meditation in words and song
(April 14) 7.30 pm The Ashdown Singers (directed by Terence Steele) perform
The Crucifixion by John Stainer
(Admission free. A retiring collection will be taken for St Peter
& St James Hospice)
Easter Sunday 9.30 am A service for all the family.
(April 16) Easter message: New life – new beginning
11.00 am A service of Holy Communion. New life – new beginning
6.30 pm Reflections on Resurrection life. Readings, poetry and songs

Lindfield Evangelical Free Church

Wednesday 5.00 pm Design an Easter Egg competition for the children of the village
(April 12) (Closing on the theme of the Easter story. (Age categories 0-3; 4-6; 7-9;
deadline) 10-16) For an egg shape and application form telephone
483150. Prizes will be given out at the Easter Family Service
Good Friday 10.30 am Good Friday Communion Service followed by refreshments
(April 14)
Easter Sunday 10.30 am Family Service with children's Easter play performance
(April 16) followed by refreshments [suitable for all ages]
6.30 pm Easter Healing service followed by refreshments.
Talk Title: "Reaching out to God"

Page 24 Lindfield Times

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 25

Lindfield Handbell Ringers Wednesday April 12 at 1pm

are looking for new players Lunchtime concert at

to join their team. All Saints Church
Mezzosoprano Lorna Collins will be
performing. (Local interest: Her father is the
landlord of the Bent Arms)
Entry is free. Lunches as usual in the Tiger
Lounge from 12.15pm

Friday April 14 (Good Friday) at 7.30pm

Handel’s Messiah at
All Saint's Church
Tickets£10 (Available from the church office)

IT IS THEIR 25TH ANNIVERSARY this year and

members are keen to enlist some new ringers to
play a range of music including classics, folk,
Gilbert and Sullivan, sea shanties, hymns and The Ashdown Singers
Directed by Terence Steele
tunes from around the world.
perform
The Ringers meet on Monday evenings from
8-10pm in the Stable behind the Tiger at the
top end of the High Street, next to All Saints
Church.
The Crucifixion
by John Stainer
Each year they play at the Borde Hill
Christmas Fair and at Gatwick Airport where Good Friday, 14 April 2006
they collect for three charities. They also Lindfield United Reformed Church, 7.30pm
entertain at nursing homes, church functions,
parties and clubs for the blind and elderly.
The group are planning a workshop in the
autumn for ringing teams in Sussex, to be run
by a ringer from the Handbell Ringers of Great
Britain. A tea party will follow with an
anniversary cake and ringers who have rung
with the Lindfield group over the last 25 years
will be invited.
If anyone is interested in joining the ringers
they should contact Cynthia Marney on 01444 Admission free.
A retiring collection will be taken for St Peter & St James Hospice.
450649.
April 2006 Page 25
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 26

Lindfield revisited

Above; the earliest found photo of Thatched Cottage and Old Place

Did you know that:-

1) Thatched Cottage (the one in the fore ground) was built in the early 15th
century by the Chaloner family - an important Lindfield family. It is a classic
example of a Wealden style medieval timber framed house.
2) Whilst reputed to be a hunting lodge of Henry VII, there is no evidence to
support this story.
3) As the Chaloner family prospered they built and moved into the house, that
is standing behind the Thatched Cottage in the picture, in about 1590. They
subsequently moved to Kenwards. After passing through several hands the
building is believed to have become the parish poor house.
4) It was subsequently purchased in 1875 by Charles Eamer Kempe, the
eminent Victorian stained glass artist and it formed the west wing of Old
Place, his grand house that he built on to it. It was a branch of the Kempe
family that was responsible for Kemp Town in Brighton.
5) The ‘lighthouse’ like building that, can be seen today standing behind Old
Place was Kempe's studio. Kempe’s stained glass is to be found in churches
and cathedrals all across Britain, it can be recognised by his trademark, a little
wheat sheaf, that he incorporated into his designs. He lived in Lindfield until
his death in 1907.

Want to get involved in learning and researching about the history of Lindfield
please contact Richard Bryant (History Society) Tel. 482136
Page 26 Lindfield Times
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 27
Home improvement:
Easier than it sounds?
Well, probably not is the answer. Those long
awaited home improvements appear to have a
sort of in-built inertia which causes some to
ponder and others to write endless ‘to do’ lists.
With time at a premium, repeated trips to the
DIY centres, hardware stores and builders
merchants do little for encouraging inspiration
and usually serve to fuel confusion and increase
frustration levels: all this before the tool box is
found, let alone opened!
Times have certainly changed and when it
comes to sourcing materials, products and
services that are used to improve old or new
property, a key resource is the internet. Going
online for ideas, products and suppliers is a
must, especially for those small items. Give
April 2006
suppliers found through your searches a ring
and you will be pleasantly surprised.
Committing hard earned cash to promoting
their business on the internet usually means
they are out to capture as much available
custom as possible. They certainly don’t want to
loose potential sales by appearing unresponsive.
So, yes the internet does help in sourcing
materials and it also helps in planning a way
forward for that kitchen refit or bathroom
overhaul. However, combining the wide
choice available through the internet with the
practical knowledge of a local contractor, can
reap dividends in achieving the desired
quality you want in a finished project at a
competitive price.
Page 27
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:43 Page 28
update from
NICHOLAS SOAMES
www.nicholassoames.org.uk
T 020 7 219 4143 T 01444 452 590 F 020 7 219 2998
soamesn@parliament.uk
I AM GLAD to be back in harness after time
away from Parliament recovering from a bad
bout of pneumonia.
Every few months seems to bring its own
unwelcome planning pressures on Lindfield.
Our local environment is under threat as a
direct consequence of the Government’s
planning policies. Although we can all
appreciate the need for affordable housing and
good quality start-up homes, the ever-
increasing densities of new residential
development are beginning to destroy the very
nature of our heritage and unless we are careful
will ruin much of what we have come to love.
Mid Sussex and the wider region must brace
itself for further housing targets handed down
by Central Government via an unelected
regional assembly. I urge all my constituents to
respond to the draft South East Plan
(www.southeast-ra.gov.uk/southeastplan/index.html)
The Government’s housing policy is in my
view undeliverable and above all unsustainable
without a firm commitment on infrastructure.
On the 17th March I will be hosting a seminar
Page 28
in the constituency on “Infrastructure
Requirements”. The purpose of the meeting is to
bring together representatives from the key
authorities and organisations to have a frank and
welcome exchange of views on this extremely
complex but vital subject for Mid Sussex.
My Parliamentary colleagues and I are fighting
a major on-going battle for resources particularly
given the dismal local government settlement
awarded by the Government for West Sussex.
Over the last five years I have been working
closely with the Freshfield Action Group (FAG)
to highlight the unsuitability of the Freshfield
site for landfill disposal. In October the Public
Inquiry into the Waste Local Plan was
postponed. The need arose from changes in
European and UK planning legislation. Despite
these new planning guidelines the Operators
have appealed to the Planning Inspectorate for
non-determination. I join WSCC and FAG in
vigorously opposing this appeal and I was
encouraged to see at the recent meeting of
WSCC that the application was turned down.
Nicholas Soames
Lindfield Times
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:44 Page 29

Why not join your local course -

Sussex’s hidden jewel sandwiched between
the Bluebell and the Ouse - all memberships
available now, but we are especially looking
for lady and junior members in good numbers.

Give the office a call on 01444 484 467 and request a

membership presentation pack by return.
Societies are more than welcome, and the first visit
of a society is rewarded with 15% discount.
Pro-Shop bookings call Ed on 01444 484 000.

On Sunday afternoons, "Get 4 - pay for 3"

can be booked as well.

Try the course any Wednesday (All-day-Golf ) for £10

on production of this advert.

April 2006 Page 29

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:44 Page 30

Springing to life in the garden

Haut Talk by Karoline Baird of Lindfield-
based Haughty Culture Garden Design,
M: 07742 731967
E: haughty.culture@virgin.net
SPRING IS HERE – the sap is rising and there is
clear evidence of renewed vigour – and that is
just the gardeners!
It is easy, with this Spring fever in the air, to
rush off to the nursery or garden centre and get
completely carried away. Our gardens are sitting
there all bare and empty whilst the plants for
sale are displayed so invitingly - nurseries know
how much we crave strong colour after the
bleakness of Winter.
But wait. Before charging off to the garden
centre and filling the car boot with a wallet-
load of new plants, walk around your garden.
It is a good idea to take a notebook to jot
down the size of the space that needs filling in
each area, the conditions of the site
(shade/sun, wet/dry, exposed/sheltered, soil
type, etc) and the colours as well as the foliage
of the existing plants that will surround it. In
this way, the choice of plant will be
determined by the site.
The Right Plant/Right Place principle is
fundamental to gardening, but all too easily
forgotten in the heat of the nursery moment.
However adorable the beautiful British native
Pulsatilla vulgaris, with its hairy purple
flowers, fern-like leaves and fluffy seedheads,
it will curl up its toes if not planted in very
well drained and sunny spot. Similarly, don’t
be tempted, however much you love the scent,
to plant lily of the valley anywhere but a
shaded damp corner. So rather than fight a
losing battle with nature, work with it. There is
a plant for every problem area, which will
thrive in its rightful place. By only buying
suitable plants, there will be less heartache,
fewer fatalities and much more time to enjoy a
glass of wine in the garden whilst you admire
your handiwork.

Page 30 Lindfield Times

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:44 Page 31

A modern and effective approach to family law

# DIVORCE
To include all relevant financial claims

# SEPARATION
Including all financial issues and property claims

# CHILDREN
Including residence and contact disputes

# PROPERTY DISPUTES
To include applications for orders for sale and claims by
non-owners

# MAINTENANCE CLAIMS
Including advice regarding claims to the Child Support
Agency

# FIXED FEE APPOINTMENTS

£45.00 plus VAT for a limited period only

Out of hours appointments available from 7.45 am to 6.30 pm

by prior arrangement

LGM House, Commercial Square, Mill Green Road,

Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 1XJ
383328

Tel: 01444 416116 ~ Fax: 01444 416414

Web: Starkeandco@Btconnect.com
April 2006 Page 31
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:44 Page 32
More than postage stamps
THE RESPONSE from the Village Plan
Questionnaire emphasised just how
important we consider our village Post
Office to be. However some
responses indicated that perhaps we
don’t know just how many services
it actually offers us.
For some, it has an important
social function, a friendly face to do
business with in our increasingly impersonal
world.
But did you know, if you have an account
with selected high street and internet banks,
you can use the Post Office as your local branch
for free cash withdrawals and to deposit cash or
cheques. Ask in the Post Office which banks
offer this facility.
Advertise here
next month!
Competitive advertising rates
available for this magazine!
If your business is local, don’t
be left out. It’s delivered to over
3,500 homes in Lindfield.
Call 01444 487454 now to book
your space.
Page 32
You can pay most utility bills without a
charge, top up your mobile phone or buy
your fishing licence over the counter.
If you wish to invest money, take
out a personal loan or get a new
Post Office credit card, this can all
be sourced under one roof.
Going on holiday? Make the Post
Office your first destination for your
foreign currency and travellers cheques. Ask for
the leaflet offering travel insurance at very
competitive rates (home and car insurance too).
Do you keep in touch with family and
friends abroad incurring expensive telephone
bills? A Post Office phone card, which offers
free calls to designated countries could save you
a lot of money. Switching to a Post Office Home
Phone account might be another way to reduce
your bills – pick up the green leaflets with the
cheery red ‘ant’ logo.
On a birthday flowers are always very welcome
(indeed, on any day not just a birthday) and the
Post Office will organise the delivery of a beautiful
bouquet. Or buy a Post Office Gift Voucher (from
just £10) to redeem in a wide range of top name
shops. For something really different choose a
voucher for a wide range of unforgettable
activities such as a hot air balloon ride, rally
driving or a blissful day at a spa.
Redirect your post, or, if you miss a parcel
delivery, save that trip to the sorting office and
arrange to pick it up from our own Post Office.
Finally, if you have a Post Office Card Account, this
facility could cease in 2010. Do write to our Member
of Parliament emphasising how important it is to be
able to collect your money in person from the post
office, especially if you do not have a bank account.
With all it has to offer, no wonder our post
office is considered a vital part of our village
community. Don’t forget – use it – or you may
lose it.
Lindfield Times
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:44 Page 33

Succulent Spring talk

WITH SPRING hopefully here Lindfield
Horticultural Society are sun-seeking this month
when on Wednesday 12th April the evening talk is
entitled ‘Succulents of Tenerife and Gran Canaria’.
On that night Dr Anthony and Mrs Suzanne Mace
will jointly be giving an illustrated presentation in
the King Edward Hall commencing at 8pm.
The Mace’s, who live in Ansty, are leading lights
in their field and have travelled extensively in
pursuit of Cactus and Succulents. They maintain the
Cactus and succulent plant mall, the links to which
can be viewed on www.cactus-mall.com. This should be a great evening led by speakers who are
truly international leaders in succulents, collection and cultivation.
As I have already stated it is Spring so I would remind members that the Sundries Centre is open
on the 1st, 9th, 22nd and 30th April. It really is worth a visit quality products at reasonable prices.
Just see the price list in the Society’s latest newsletter.
For more information see www.lindfieldhorts.org.uk

The first village W.I.

LINDFIELD (AFTERNOON) W.I., formed in Mulcare-Ball
1917, was the first of the three now in
existence in the village. Since then our
membership had wavered from over 200 with a Property Refurbishment
waiting list to barely 30 a year or two ago. At
present we have over 40 members enjoying the Local, friendly and professional service
talks and social activities.
Members also participate in events organised
by the County Federation – quizzes, indoor and
outdoor bowls, skittles, craft days etc. and enjoy New Bathrooms
New Kitchens
meetings with other WIs in the area.
Internal and External Decorating
We also have the opportunity to spend a few Property Extensions
days at our own college, Denman College in Complete Refurbishment
Oxfordshire where a wide range of classes is on
offer in lovely surroundings. For a free quotation please contact:
Why not come and join us? We meet at the
King Edward Hall on the third Wednesday of
each month at 2.30pm.You will be assured of a Daniel Ball 01444 410 411
warm welcome. or Mobile 07887528853
Dorothy Keogh (President) 01444 452959
April 2006 Page 33
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:44 Page 34
The search for budding young artists
THE GALLERY, Lindfield has launched the Mid
Sussex Schools Art Competition in partnership
with The Mid Sussex Times and in
aid of The Prince of Wales Art and
Kids Foundation.
Entrants are asked to use
‘imagination’ as the theme of their
work. They should name, their
piece and submit with up to 50
words of description.
Closing date for entries is Friday
12th May. Prize giving will be Tuesday 30th
May. The competition is open to everyone age
8-16 living in Mid Sussex. There are two age
categories: ‘8-12’ and ‘13-16’
Entry forms and details will be available from
schools, www.art-gallery.uk.com or The Gallery
Lindfield (Tel: 01444 484874).
Page 34
Work can be submitted individually or
schools can submit work on your behalf.
The only technical criteria is a
maximum size of work 60cm (h) x
45cm (w). Judges will be looking
for imagination, creativity and the
ability to inspire and delight.
There will be three prizes in
each age group. These will include:
£100 worth of art equipment from
Clarkes stationers, free tickets for
the Royal Academy of Art in London, plus your
work will be exhibited in The Gallery, Lindfield
for one month and will be featured in the Mid
Sussex Times newspaper.
A grand prize in each category – details to be
announced!!!
Lindfield Times
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:44 Page 35

SH W
OW O
NO

HO PEN
ME
LITTLECOTE HOUSE, LINDFIELD
An exclusive development of 12
two bedroom apartments, just 300m walk
from the village centre.

Prices from £295,000 - £385,000

999 year lease
Sales Information Centre
open Thursday to Monday
10:00 am to 5:30pm
01444 484639
www.tryhomes.co.uk

April 2006 Page 35

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:44 Page 36

Do you enjoy singing?

HAYWARDS HEATH SINGERS OPEN EVENING

Thursday, 27th April 2006 at 8.15 pm,

at Presentation Church Hall,
New England Road, Haywards Heath

We are an extremely friendly group of people who

enjoy singing a varied programme of light music,
traditional, modern, show music etc; we never sing long
works or intend to. We are looking to recruit new
members – no auditions, but we would ask that you can
hold a tune. Come and join us on Thursday 27th April and enjoy a trial
evening of singing with us. Contact: Alan & Pat Francis on 01444 811696 or
Molly Smith on 01444 414459. We would love to meet you!

BSW Central Heating. Established 1962.

High efficiency gas and oil central heating boilers.
Two year warranty. Quality products and workmanship.
Tailormade design service. Comprehensive servicing.
For a FREE quotation call us on 01444 831138
or email us at sales@bsw-bs.co.uk

Keeping Sussex

WA R M 190353

Page 36 Lindfield Times

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:44 Page 37

Creating your sanctuary

OUR BEDROOMS should be our haven; a retreat
where we are free to express our personality.
Calming colours and minimal clutter are key;
keep walls neutral or pale and any pattern,
understated. Bedroom lighting needs to create
the right mood for dressing, reading and
winding down for sleep. Invest in the best bed
you can justify and heaps of crisp cotton bed
linen, adding interest with throws and cushions.
Consider the amount of natural light that you
want in your room and plan your window
treatment accordingly. Beautifully interlined
curtains in a sumptuous cream fabric may look
fabulous but without the black out blind or
pelmet may seem less beautiful in the height of
summer when the first morning light comes
flooding through. Adequate storage is a must.
Fitted wardrobes make the most of available
space, solving the problem of uneven walls and
tricky angles and as any estate agent will
confirm, add value to your house. Assess how
much you need and then increase it; include
long and short hanging space, adjustable
shelving, room for shoes and small drawers for
underwear. Wardrobes can of course be free
standing and you may wish to compliment
them with a dressing table, bedside tables,
blanket chest, linen press or a beautifully
upholstered chair.
If you would like to contact HomeSmiths,
David and Jacqui can be reached on 01444
484705 or via e-mail at enquiries@
homesmiths.co.uk. Alternatively, you can visit
their website at www.homesmiths.co.uk

The husband and wife partnership bringing you award winning furniture making

and elegant interior design. Whether you are looking for a room scheme or wish to

commission a bespoke piece, call David or Jacqui on 01444 484705

www.homesmiths.co.uk
FREE initial consultation enquiries@homesmiths.co.uk

April 2006 Page 37

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:44 Page 38

Do your homework for a child tutor

AS A PARENT, you know that time spent with
your child and listening to what they have to
say, makes all the difference. It boosts their self
esteem and they feel cherished. However, they
might say there are problems at school and
they’re struggling to keep up with their peers.
Faced with this, what should you do?
Firstly, make an appointment with their
teacher to establish if their concerns are
justified. If they are, work out a home/school
strategy to support your child. Some parents
help the child themselves; others prefer to find
a tutor.
How do you find a tutor?
Ask around. Word of mouth is the best
recommendation. Most of our new business
comes this way. Check the library list. Look
under ‘Education’ in the ‘Classified Ads’ section
of the Middy. Look at Yell.com and in Yellow
Pages. All these will list local tutors.
How do you choose?
Do your research. Make your choice and phone
them. Check out their track record. Ensure that
they have an enhanced CRB disclosure and
check their qualifications. How long have they
been a tutor?
Hopefully, in a short space of time, with
specialist help, your child will be back on track.
At The Acorns we have been providing
support for children and adults since 1976 and
specialise in English, Reading, Maths and
French. I have just received a testimonial from a
parent which reads: ‘I am very grateful for all
the work you did, not only providing the
academic knowledge that was needed, but also
inspiring my child to work hard, giving her the
mental tools and confidence to succeed. Given
the severely limited time available it is a
wonderful achievement.’
This is tutoring at its best.
Please give me a ring on 01444 455081 if
you would like advice.
Janet Irwin
Mrs Janet Irwin
EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT
& PRIVATE TUTOR

Richard Harber
Plumbing Services
Small Jobs Undertaken
24 Hour Emergency
Service Available MATHS, ENGLISH & FRENCH

TEL. 07786 982604 01444 455081

E-Mail: r.Harber@btinternet.com
Page 38 Lindfield Times
LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:44 Page 39

International photographer puts roots down in Sussex

GILL COPELAND’S WORK is exhibited widely throughout galleries in the UK and abroad, see it
now at The Gallery, Lindfield. Her subjects capture the unity and desertion in nature through
landscapes, seascapes and flowers. Gills unique style makes her award winning work instantly
recognizable. Gill started her photographic career in travel photography, commissioned
internationally by such clients as British Airways and Thomas Cook. On moving to Sussex she
decided to set out on foot from a beach on the boarders of East and West Sussex. Over the next
three years she explored every nook and cranny of the countryside and coastline to photograph it.

Help at your
fingertips
NEED A HAND with those odd jobs inside and
outside your home? Helpful Hands can tackle
almost any job, no matter how small. From
plumbing, painting, decorating and carpentry to
gardening, cleaning or general DIY.
Helpful Hands is a local company run by Phil
Gibbons. Phil is a member of The Guild of Master
Plumbers, and offers a professional, reliable and
friendly service at an affordable price.
So, whether you just need labour or a job
handled completely, Helpful Hands will have
the solutions and expertise ready to complete
the tasks. Call now for a free quotation!
Helpful Hands - Service with excellence with
a can-do attitude!
Telephone: 01825 791728 or email:
phil.helpfulhands@virgin.net

April 2006 Page 39

LT #10 Apr2006 21/3/06 14:44 Page 40