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Your guide to active living in EAST SUSSEX for the over 50's

July/Aug 2013

GoldentimesFantastic competition

4 pairs of theatre tickets up for grabs on p20

Event listingsWhat’s on and where to go in East Sussex

Relationship adviceRegular column from Julia Meanwell

La Bella FiguraFashion advice from Michele Duke

Food & drinkAll the best places to wine and dine locally

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GoldentimesCONTENTS

JasonNo part of this magazine, including advertisements, may be reproduced in part or in whole, without explicit permission from the editor. The opinions expressed within the magazine are not necessarily those of the publishers but those of the individual contributors. The greatest of care is taken to ensure that all information published in this magazine is correct at the time of going to print. Readers should be aware that the Publishers cannot be held responsible for errors, omissions or inaccuracies. Please check details of all events with

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Jason:Editor

Tricia:Columnist

Debby:Sales

Frank:Columnist

Golden Times would like to thank the Hastings Printing Company for the excellent service they have provided, enabling us to bring you a great magazine. www.hastings-print.co.uk

H ello and welcome to the summer 2013 edition of Golden Times. The first thing I must do is

to apologise to everyone (and there were a lot of you) who entered the "Aquaria" competition in the previous magazine. Due to unforseen circumstances, the production company behind the show cancelled the June and July dates meaning the show didn't arrive at the White Rock Theatre. We do however have another competition for this issue, to win tickets to the fantastic "Save the last dance for me" show at the White Rock Theatre in September. Everyone who entered the Aquaria competition will automatically be entered into the draw for this prize! You can find out more about the show on the back page and more about the competition on page 20.

I hope you'll all enjoy this edition of Golden Times and good luck to all of you entering the competition!

04. Frank's column 06. Event listings10. Local Clubs & Associations 14. Relationship advice 16. Fashion tips with Michele Duke19. Creative Writing Corner20. Tricia's column 24. Ask Eve26. Event listings

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In my last column I extolled the virtues of the very lovely island of Rarotonga which is the most densely populated of the Cook Islands. I thoroughly enjoyed my 2 week stay there, and it was only because my next stop was Auckland, New Zealand that I was able to tear myself away. However, the day before I was due to depart I decided to hire a scooter, and have a final tour of the island. In order to hire the scooter I first had to go to the local police station, and purchase a local driving permit. This cost $NZ 10 and as it would normally have lasted for the duration of my stay I thought it was quite reasonable especially as at that time the exchange rate was $NZ 3:35 to the pound!! It may never be that good again!On my farewell tour of the island I stopped off to say cheerio to the two young ladies who had set up their internet cafe, and which I had visited on my first full day on Rarotonga. They had, by then, finished the painting of the outside of the building, and the place was looking quite pristine. I sometimes wonder how their business has prospered after all these years. The following day at the airport, while waiting for my plane to Auckland, I found myself thinking about the first time I decided to take myself off on this trip. Although I had travelled extensively in the past, mainly due to my army service, I was a little apprehensive about backpacking in an unfamiliar part of the world, but grabbing the bull by the horns I started to put a plan together. When I was about to set out on my Pacific travels I remembered the advice of my old Sgt. Major: Take what you like but remember who's carrying it!! This meant that at all times I was travelling light, and in most places where I stayed I could hand wash my gear and let it dry overnight. Because I was travelling on a budget this meant that I was grateful for the convenience of the accommodation bureau's where I was able to scan what was available within my means. Whenever backpacking you cannot afford the luxury of being met by a representative from your selected accommodation, but you have the freedom to choose the roof over your head, and if it is disappointing, you have the freedom to change it. I enjoy the whole concept of backpacking as it seems to bring out the gypsy in my soul. A place has to be very special to lure me back more than once as there are still a lot of fascinating places on this planet to see, and if I visited a country or particular resort too many times I would become very bored. I will sign off now, and in the next issue I shall be writing about my trip to New Zealand so until then watch how you go, stay healthy, and enjoy living......Frank.

Frank’s Column

EAST SUSSEX HEALTH WALKS :

MONDAYS:Hastings Old Town: Meet at 2pm opposite the Jenny Lind pub, High Street.Rye: Starting at 10am at Gibbets Marsh car park.

TUESDAYS:St. Leonards Sea front: Starting at 11am, meet inside WRVS centre, South Street.Robertsbridge: Starting at 9.30am, outside the Youth Centre, The Grove.Hampden Park: 11.30am outside Lakeside tea chalet.

WEDNESDAYS:Alexandra Park: 12 noon at the Cafe in the park. Glyne Gap: 11am outside Tesco, Ravenside retail park.

THURSDAYS:Hastings Town Centre: Starting at 2pm outside United Reformed Church, Robertson Street.

FRIDAYS:Battle: 10am opposite Battle Abbey on The Green. Church Wood: Starting at 10.30am at Church in the Wood car park, Church Wood Drive, Hollington.Bexhill: 11am, in the foyer of the De La Warr Pavilion Contact Paula Hubens - 07740 899 559

EASTBOURNE AGE CONCERN, WALKING FOR WELLNESS:

MONDAYS:Eastbourne: Seafront walk starting at 10am at the Lifeboat Museum. Under 1 mile.

WEDNESDAYS:Hampden Park: Starting at 10am, at the Lakeside Tea Chalet, 1 mile walk.

THURSDAYS:Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne: Starting at 10am outside Bright Ideas. Three mile circular walk finishing at a cafe.

Contact Christine Moakes - 01323 638474

MONDAYS:Pevensey Bay: at 9.45am outside Pevensey Bay library. Suitable for older walkers.

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Event Listings - JulyBattle Scarecrow Festival1st to 20th July Throughout Battle.Explore the streets to discover the scarecrows throughout the town.

Lily Time2nd July to 31st Aug, 11am to 5pm Pashley Manor Gardens, Nr Ticehurst.Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Hundreds of lilies in over 40 varieties make a stunning high summer display. Tel 01580 200888

1066 Jazz Club5th July & Every Friday, from 8pmAzur at the Marina Pavilion, St Leonards.New Orleans style Jazz on the Sussex coast featuring a different live jazz band each week.www.1066jazzclub.co.uk

Hastings Beer & Music Festival5th & 6th JulyAlexandra Park, HastingsFamily afternoon, 6th July 12pm -5pm. Evening

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999 Emergency Services Display6th & 7th Jul 10:30am - 5pmWestern Lawns, EastbourneA fantastic free emergency services spectacular, get a close look at emergency response vehicles, see arena demonstrations from the police dogs.

Treasures by the moatHerstmonceux Castle, Hailsham7th July , 9am to 3pm“Antiques and Attic sale” Spend the morning at Herstmonceux Castle searching for that special something and enjoying a cup of tea and cake in our tearoom. Adults - £1, under 10’s - 50p

Flower Festival6th July 10am - 5pm. 7th July Noon - 5 pm. Woodchurch Church, near Ashford. In aid of The Leo

Trust and Woodchurch Church. The theme is ‘The World in Flowers’. Coffees, ploughman’s and cream teas available.

Good cause day in aid of the Charity S.A.F.E. 9th July 2013 at 1.45 pm White Rock Gdns West, St Margaret’s Road entrance. Organised by the Hastings and St Leonards Ladies Miniature Golf Club. Prizes for all. All proceeds go to the Charity. Tel.No. 01424 433178.

Perseids Shooting Star Evening 10th August, 7.30pm to midnight.Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux.Enjoy a cheese and wine evening before trying to spot some of those meteors. Includes a guest speaker and an opportunity to look though The Centre’s historic telescopes. £18.95pp.www.the-observatory.org

Bexhill Assoc. of National Trust Members Garden Party11th July 10 am - 12 noon3, Southcourt Avenue (off Cooden Drive) , Bexhill.Anneli and Robin Barnett will once again be opening their garden for the Bexhill Association of National Trust with plants, bric-a-brac, books and jigsaws stalls and delicious cakes. Admission £1 to include coffee/tea and biscuits. Everyone welcome.

Transport Open Day12th July. Hastings Town Hall, Queens Rd. 10am-3pmHastings & St Leonards Seniors’ Forum invites the residents of the town to obtain information from, and ask questions of transport providers. Free entry.

St Leonards Festival13th July. Warrior Square & St Leonards Seafront.Free event. Live Music, dancing, arts market, beach activities.

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Local Clubs & AssociationsAnderida Writers, EastbourneTel: Tony Flood 01323 471726 or Elizabeth Wright 01323 503952

Age Concern Social Club(Battle) Tel : Ruby Kiley 01424 773536

Age Concern EastbourneWilliam & Patricia Venton CentreTel : 01323 638474

Battle Rotary Club01424-774447battlerotary.org.uk

Bexhill Asc. National Trust MembersTel: 01424 846127

Bexhill Club of Past RotariansMeets 2pm, 1st Wed of each month, Northern Hotel, Sea Rd, Bexhill.

Bexhill Hanoverian Study GroupLocal history club meets 3rd Tues each month 01424 212932

Bexhill Over 55 Club45 Eversley Rd. BexhillTel : 01424 212911

Bexhill & District Probus ClubMeets 4th Thursday each monthTel : 01424 552872

Bexhill Rotary Club01424 843975bexhill.rotaryweb.org

Bexhill Royal Air Forces AssociationTel: 01424 220114bexhillrafa.co.uk

Bexhill Royal British Legionbexhillroyalbritishlegionclub.co.uk01424 212215

Bexhill Sailing ClubTel: 01424 212906bexhillsc.co.uk

Cooden Beach Sports & Social ClubTel: 01424 844810cbssc.co.uk

Cooden Millennium Afternoon Townswomen's GuildMeet 1st Wed of the MonthTel: 01424 844831

Cuckmere Valley Petanque ClubSundays & WednesdaysTel: 01323 469340

Diabetes UK, Hastings & Rother Voluntary GroupTel: 07974 356653

Eastbourne Angling Clubeastbourneanglingclub.com

Eastbourne Photographic Societyepscameraclub.co.uk

Eastbourne Rotary Clubeastbournerotary.org.uk

Eastbourne Seniors ClubTel: 01323 728157eastbourneseniorsclub.org.uk

Eastbourne Seniors ForumTel: 01323 479846 esf.online.org

Eastbourne & District Trade Union Club48 Seaside, Eastbourne.01323 727703

East Sussex Townswomen's GuildTel: 01424 753108/01424 213207

The Green Lawn Tennis Club. 68-70 Tower Rd West, St Leonards. Tennis for all ages. www.thegreenltc.co.uk or Phillip on 01424 422025

Hailsham & District University of the Third Agecontact: www.hailshamusa.co.uk

Hastings & St. LeonardsLadies Miniature Golf ClubTues aft'noons. White Rock Gdns.Rita 01424 433178.Betty 01424 422381.

Hastings & Rother University of the 3rd Age Tel : Julie Windus 01424 752681

Hastings & St Leonards Angling AssociationTel: 01424 431923hstlaa.webs.com

Hastings & St Leonards Royal Air Forces AssociationTel: 01424 430250rafahastings.co.uk

Hastings & St Leonards Sailing ClubTel: 01424 420656hastingssc.org

Hastings & St Leonards Seniors Forum 01424 432295hssf.org.uk

Hastings WW Social ClubMeet at EHSAA on the stade Thu eves 8pm, Eunice Britten, Secretary - 01424 428694

Hooe Open Group (Ladies Club)Tel Edna Wallis on 01424 842591

Lions Club of HastingsTel: 01424 435564hastingslions.org.uk

Little Common Bridge ClubSocial rubber, Thu afternoon01424 216746

Little Common Horticultural SocietyMeets 2nd Friday Each month. Visit: www.lchs.co.uk

Little Common Probus ClubMeets 2nd Thursday each month. 01424 892428

Old Hastings Club39a High St, Hastings.01424 43194

Pett Royal British LegionTel: 01424 814866

Polegate Painting/Sketching GrpMeets Mon 7pm and Tues 9.45amTel: 01323 484568 or 487510

Rother Seniors Forum01424 870801rotherseniorsforum.org.uk

Rye Royal British LegionTel: 01797 222564ryebritishlegion.org.uk

Sovereign PolyphonyEastbourne's female harmony choir.www.sovereignpolyphony.com

WRVS:

Russel Centre, Eastbourne.Tel: 01323 412279

Isabel Blackman Centre, Winding Street, Hastings.Tel: 01424 446428

Isabel Blackman Club, South Street, St Leonards.Tel: 01424 426090

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Event Listings - July/ AugustRye & District Lions Club Coffee Morning & Afternoon Tea13th July 10.30am to 4.30pmGarden of 11 High Street, RyeCakes, books, produce, clothing, raffle, plant stall. In aid of Rye Community Transport.

Big Sea Swim 13th July 12pmGrand Parade Main Beach, EastbourneSwimmers of all ability can take part and raise money for the UK’s leading conservation charity. Free to spectators. www.mcsuk.org

Hastings Sea Shanty Festival20th July. 1pm & 7.30pmThe Stade, Hastings Old Town.Once again a selection of the country’s finest performers of traditional sea shanties will descend upon the Hastings seafront,

Pirate Day21st July, Hastings SeafrontVariety of swashbuckling events, shanty singers, stunt action pirate entertainers. For more details visit:hastingspirateday.org.uk

Uckfield Art Group Summer Exhibition20th July 10am - 4pm. Luxford Centre, Library Way, UckfieldAll welcome! For more information contact Annie on 01825 765021 www.uckfieldartgroup.co.uk

Classic Vehicle Show20th & 21st JulyMichelham Priory, Upper Dicker, Hailsham 10.30am to 5.00pmVintage domestic, agricultural and military vehicles on show.Tel: 01323 844224

Quiz Evening 27th July 7.30pm.Polegate Community Centre, 54 Windsor Way

Teams of up to six people. Bring own food and drink. Cost £2 per person available from the Centre Office. Tel. 01323 482434

Eastbourne Lammas FestivalWestern Lawns, Town Centre & Eastbourne Seafront. 27th & 28th July, 11am - 4pmNow in its 13th year. The Eastbourne Giants Herne and Andred will once again lead dancers, drummers and festival-goers in performances at the Pier before making their way along the prom and returning to the Western Lawns, the main festival site. www.lammasfest.org

Seafront Display of Classic CarsBexhill Seafront28th July, 9am to 5pmA parade and display of classic cars along the beautiful seafront at the Old Bathing Station on De La Warr Parade.

Battle Cricket Week29th July to 4th August George Meadow, Battle.Developing junior cricket and celebrating 275 years of recorded cricket in Battle. www.battlecc.play-cricket.comSussex Guild Craft Fair1st to 4th AugustMichelham Priory, Upper Dicker, Hailsham 10.30am to 5pmContemporary craft show from the Sussex Guild Tel: 01323 8442241066 Jazz Club2nd Aug & Every Fri, 8pmAzur at the Marina Pavilion, St Leonards.New Orleans style Jazz on the Sussex coast featuring a different live jazz band each week. www.1066jazzclub.co.ukMurder Mystery Evenings2nd & 3rd August. 7.30pmPolegate Community Centre, 54 Windsor Way.A different murder/mystery on each night. Tickets priced £8 for one evening or £15 for both evenings. Tickets available from Archer’s, Estate Agents, Polegate, Tel. 01323 483 348


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Is it possible to survive the devastating impact of Infidelity?

I have been counselling couples over a period of many years and can appreciate that the discovery of a spouse's unfaithfulness is one of the most painful experiences to have to deal with in a relationship. It is in fact very much like bereavement as there is so much potential for experiencing loss, loss of a future together, loss of trust and loss of self-worth. A period of mourning may follow for the loss of the relationship that was and now will be forever changed by the affair.

Difficulties in the way you relate and communicate with each other are the most common causes of infidelity. There may be the temptation to argue and squabble in the aftermath but this will probably result in you both being self-justifying and will prevent you from resolving anything.

Talking about why the affair happened is not an easy task but it will help considerably if the unfaithful partner is prepared to answer any questions regarding the affair that the betrayed partner asks. Although this can be a very painful and emotional process for both of you it is important that you both understand why this affair has happened. Rebuilding the trust that has been broken will take considerable time, it

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An affair does not have to mean the end of your relationship; it is possible to come through this crisis together. Whatever your decision about the future, it is really important to gain some insight as to what went wrong and thereby have a deeper understanding of how you can avoid repeating past mistakes.

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La Bella FiguraI was recently in Italy and spent the day with a girlfriend having lunch in one of our favourite restaurants. Whenever I visit Italy, we always treat ourselves to a posh lunch. We dress up and go to lovely places where we discuss life and love, giggle a lot and allow the gorgeous waiters to treat us like royalty. It was a lovely day so, after a delightful lunch and excellent bottle of local wine, we strolled around the lovely town of Ortono. We wandered past the beautiful old castle and, to our amazement, it was open. (In small Italian towns, opening hours seem to be

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"Making Hay" by Glenda LockThe phone was ringing. Maggie reached out a feeble hand from under the duvet and picked it up. “Hello?” she croaked. “Oh hello Maggie, it’s Jean. I just wanted to let you know I’m back and to thank you for all your hard work. The house is like a new pin. I was expecting it to be an absolute tip leaving George to fend for himself. You know how helpless he is. Couldn’t organise a lettuce. So I knew you must have been coming over to keep him straight. Not an un-ironed shirt in the place, and you’ve even washed the sheets. What an angel you are! Thank you.”Maggie was struggling to clear her head. “Oh – um – yes. I – er. Yes, glad you’re home. How was your mother?” she mumbled.“Miserable as always,” Jean replied. “You wouldn’t believe the fuss she made. Anyone would think she’d had a heart transplant instead of a bunion removed. And then, of course, the stupid wound got infected and I had to stay an extra week. I’m sorry you had to hold the fort for so long.”“I – um - didn’t notice the time passing. I’ve – er – been …..” Maggie’s reply was cut short.“ I know, you’ve been very busy by the look of things,” Jean cut in. “Anyway, I won’t keep you now. Thanks again.” The line went dead. Maggie lay for a few minutes trying to digest what Jean had been saying. Her head was throbbing and her mind felt as though it was full of cotton wool. Jean had been thanking her for something but she couldn’t work out what it was. Something to do with bunions. She looked at her alarm clock. Nearly noon. She really must try to get up. She desperately wanted a cup of tea and – for the first time in days – something to eat. As she waited for the kettle to boil Maggie continued to puzzle over the phone call. Something wasn’t right. Jean had mentioned ironing and housework. What was she talking about? Maggie picked up her tea and toast and shuffled back to bed. The snack made her feel a bit better and she started to think more clearly. Not wanting to make a fool of herself by checking back with Jean she decided to ring Jean’s next door neighbour, Frances. After exchanging greetings Maggie told her friend about Jean’s phone call. “I think she was thanking me for looking after George while she was away,” Maggie said, “but she should have been thanking you, shouldn’t she?”

“Oh we heard the vacuum cleaner going every morning,” Frances remarked, “and I said to Tony that it must be you doing your neighbourly duty. Poor old George wouldn’t know one end of a hoover from the other.” “But Fran,” Maggie said, “I’ve been in bed with flu for nearly a fortnight. I don’t just mean a headache and a sniffle. I’ve had real flu, the whole caboodle. It was awful. I wanted to die. I couldn’t have lifted a feather duster, let alone a vacuum. I thought you must be looking after George. Not that I cared. I haven’t cared about anything except feeding the cat and I’m not sure I even did that every day.” “You poor old thing,” replied Frances. “But isn’t it odd? Who could it have been? We haven’t noticed anyone going in and out. Haven’t seen George either, come to that, not even pruning his precious roses.” “It’s a real mystery”, replied Maggie, feeling rather responsible. “Talking of mysteries,” Frances said brightly, “there’s been a strange car parked in their back garden. Tony saw it when he went in to get their dustbin, which George had forgotten to put out of course. He said the car was sort of hidden behind the greenhouse. One of those little Smart things, baby pink. We thought it must be a present for Jean. It’s been there all the time until yesterday.” “I know that car,” said Maggie. “Clare Bartlett has got a car like that. You know, Clare from the King’s Head. The blonde one with the bust. Better not say anything to Jean.” Frances tried hard not to giggle as she replied.“Why George! The sly old goat. He managed to organise that then. A resident housekeeper. Talk about ‘when the cat’s away’!” Next morning when Maggie opened the front door to an urgent knock she found a delivery boy holding a beautiful flower arrangement. It carried a card saying ‘Many thanks for everything’ with the ‘everything’ double underlined. She smiled to herself and murmured “But it wasn’t me”, knowing she could never tell Jean the truth. If she had been feeling better she might have taken the bouquet round to the King’s Head, card and all.

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Tricia’s Column

How time flies. It only seems like a week ago I was writing my column for the May issue of Golden Times now it's already time to write another one for July.

Since I wrote my last column, I've had a wonderful, but very windy, holiday in Tunisia and been to more birthday parties than I can count because of the strange tendency for women in my family to have babies in May & June. You'd think we'd spread the festivities out around the year to give ourselves a chance to recover from each bout of buying presents & cards but no. In our family, we blow out about 300 candles over the summer then everything goes quiet through the Autumn before my granddaughter, daughter and husband all have their birthdays in the first week of December. Unfortunately, quite a significant percentage of the candles we blow out are on my cake as I've now reached the grand old age of 65, though I still feel 18 at heart!

Anyway, enough about birthdays. As I hinted at in my last column, I dragged my husband away from the Sports channel on TV and off to the White Rock Theatre to see the 60's Musical "Carnaby Street". I thought the show was excellent and by the last

number the entire audience was out of their seats and dancing. It was a real shame to hear that the Aquaria show we ran a competition for in the last magazine had been cancelled, but every cloud has a silver lining,

and everyone who entered that particular competition is being entered into this months draw to win tickets to see "Save the last dance for me". If you sent in an entry for the Aquarius competition, make sure you save yourself a stamp this time round, you're already in the draw!

For all you hands-on grandparents out there looking for inspiration for things to do with the children this summer, make sure you pick up the latest copy of our sister publication "The Family Buzz" which you can see in the middle here. It's full of information tailored

to keeping the kids occupied so can be an invaluable resource if you're expected to entertain the grandkids in the school hols.

That's about it from me for this month, hope you enjoy the magazine and good luck with the competition if you enter. See you next time

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‘One of the finest gardens in England’ the award winning gardens at Pashley are open from now until the end of September. Whenever you visit there is something to delight the senses – the herbaceous borders are at their best in July, August and September with dahlias, lilies, asters, sunflowers and a second flowering of roses.

As well as coming to see the beautiful gardens you should ‘allow time to sample the fabulous homemade food and warm hospitality at arguably the best garden café in the county, much of which is sourced from the abundant kitchen garden’ (Leigh Clapp in ‘Sussex Life’ 2012).

July and August have been called ‘Lily Time’ because there are hundreds of lilies planted in the gardens and woodland, which come into flower over these two months. Then, at the end of August, over the bank holiday weekend, Pashley is host to the Sussex Guild Craft Show when there will be over 40 stalls showcasing work of the highest quality for sale from local designers/makers.


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Dear EveThis may sound silly but my cat Molly died under anaesthetic for quite a routine dental operation. I feel so sad and also guilty. Should I have refused to let her have surgery?Angela, Hastings.I can see your beautiful tortoiseshell cat Angela. I know that animals go to the Spirit World just like people, but in a way its also like you haven't lost her because she is still in your home. It's possible that pets don't realise they have passed and carry on as normal. It's the singular most common "ghost sighting" that I have been told about over the years, that people see, hear or even feel their lost pets.What she does miss is her basket that you have put away somewhere. She wants it out again! I can also see that

Molly did have some form of cancer and would have passed anyway in time but may have suffered more, so please don't feel guilty.

Dear EveI am 65 and really need to move home to somewhere more suitable as I have a problem with my stairs these days. Also my garden has become too large for me to manage. I am desperate to sell for these and other reasons. My house has been on and off the market for the past 3 years. Can you see the property market picking up soon? My birthday is March 30th. Mrs S.G. HailshamGosh these 3 years must have been very hard for you as Aries are not normally known for their patience! I feel a slight upturn in the property market for the remainder of this year but in your personal circumstances I see some movement around September indicated by the Chariot Tarot card. You must put it on the market and keep it on the market until it sells.I do feel there has been some unpleasantness with neighbours which has made you feel even more that you want to leave, though I do see you reaching a better understanding with them and even a reconciliation before you go. This will give you a sense of not leaving under a dark cloud. It seems you are trying to move closer to family which may even involve a complete re-location but I sense you will be happier and feel more supported. I think you will get an offer in September and be moving before Christmas 2013.

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Sun August 4th 11am to 5pmAdults £5, Under 16’s free

Hooe’s Old Motor Club Annual Show This show, which is in its 44th year, is now acclaimed in the National Motoring Press. There are classes for cars from the turn of last century until 1970. Informed commentary is provided in the main ring on the various vehicles together with the prestigious “lady and car” competition in which ladies dress to match the age and spirit of the car. There will be a plethora of stalls, not all motoring related, refreshments and musical entertainment provided by The Hooe Silver Band. There will be plenty going on for a great day out. Admission which includes a programme is £5 for adults (Children under 16 free). Car parking in the new improved car park is free. Money raised is distributed amongst local charities. Contact: John Bishop 01323 843202 or Chris Hone 01424 772682

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Eastbourne’s Tea Dances6th August 2pm - 5pmWinter Gardens, Eastbourne.Put on your dancing shoes and spend a wonderful afternoon dancing. All abilities are welcome. £5 inc tea & biscuit.Box Office: 01323 412000Hastings Carnival10th Aug, Hastings Old Town.The Carnival procession

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Fun from the 40’s, music and dancing with “Viv the Spiv”, wartime artefacts and vehicles. 01323 844224www.sussexpast.co.ukUnexpected Pleasures22nd-27th August The Stade Hall, Rock-a-Nore Rd, HastingsAn exhibition by new arts group 4 on the Shore. www.4ontheshore.co.ukRye International Jazz Festival22nd to 26th AugustThe Rye International Jazz Festival 2013 is set to delight and excite jazz lovers and music fans alike. Visit www.ryejazz.comBeatlemania 23rd August, 7.30pmCongress Theatre, EastbourneGolden anniversary year. The first part of the showwill feature songs all from 1963. Box Office: 01323 412000Sussex Guild Craft Show Pashley Manor Gardens, Near Ticehurst24th August to 26th AugSpecial entry price of £7.50 includes entry to

the show and gardens. Showing exciting new crafts this year. Tel 01580 200888Tango Unchained24th August from 1.30pmThroughout HastingsGet tango’d in the town centre (1.30pm) Old Town (3.30pm) and at a 90 minute extravaganza with a live tango band on the Stade (7.30pm), experience the thrill of the dance.

Rye Raft Race and Fete25th AugustFete at noon on The Salts, 50+ stalls and rides. Raft Race starts at 2.30pm, with crews in fancy dress bombarding each other with water and flour bombs.

Age UK East Sussex’s Mobility Mile31st August 10am - 6pmJoin us for a 1 mile stroll along Eastbourne seafront and celebrate our 65th Anniversary at a traditional summer fayre on Western Lawns.Tel 01273 646800.

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Robertsbridge Aviation SocietyEstablished in 1964, the Robertsbridge Aviation Society is a non-profit making organisation which has the sole aim of catering for the interests and activities of the aviation enthusiast.Our Annual Open Day is held on the second Sunday in August for the public to see what the Society does.In 1973 the Society formed a collection of Museum exhibits covering Civil and military aviation past and present with the 2nd world war featuring prominently.The collection is open to the public between March and October on the last Sunday of each month and admission is free. Opening times are 2.30pm to 5pm though group visits outside of these times can be arranged by prior appointment.To find out more, please telephone 01424 773428

A traditional, family run pub set in the Sussex countryside, just outside Hastings in the delightful village of Three Oaks. Offering real ales, fine wine and properly prepared, home-cooked food, Nigel, Elaine and family look forward to welcoming you

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All the team at Whites proudly welcome you to our family run restaurant situated on George Street in Hastings’ historic Old Town, nestled between the ancient East and West

Hills. Whites is just a short distance from Rock-a-Nore beach, home to the local fishing fleet, with it’s famous black net huts.

Our steaks are all top quality British beef and are chargrilled to your preference to give them the mouth watering flavour we are so well known for.

Here at Whites we are very proud of our newly refitted open kitchen, which has been awarded the highest rating for food hygiene by the food standards agency.

Not only can you see your food being prepared to the highest standards but also enjoy the enticing aromas generated by our talented chef.

Take a look at our website www.whitesbar.co.uk to view our wonderful seafood platters, the best in Hastings, as well as our everyday main menu. We also have a Light Lunch Menu offering one course for £8.50pp or two courses for £12.50pp. Outside the restaurant is additional seating protected by large awnings. This offers the perfect spot to enjoy a kilo of Moules Mariniere and a glass of Pinot or two while taking in the hustle and bustle of George Street. We hope to welcome you to Whites soon, please contact us if there is anything we can do to make your visit even more enjoyable.

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Cod Cheeks in Beer Batter with Tartare SauceA simple and tasty recipe using a succulent, bite-sizedportion of fish. (Serves 2)

Batter Ingredients15g fresh YeastPinch SaltPinch Sugar200ml Beer1 tsp Cider vinegar200g plain flour

Cod Cheeks Ingredients500g cod, cheeks3 cloves garlic, crushedSmall bunch dill, chopped2 litres vegetable oil, for deep-frying

Tartare Sauce Ingredients3 egg yolks2 tbsp Cider vinegar300ml vegetable oil100g capers150g gherkins, chopped½ Shallots, finely choppedSmall bunch dill, chopped2 tbsp chopped parsley½ Lemon, juice only

Method:For the tartare sauce: whisk together the egg yolks and vinegar in a bowl. Add the vegetable oil very very slowly while continuing to whisk to make a mayonnaise. The mixture should be thick and light once the oil is incorporated.Stir in the capers, gherkins, shallot and herbs. Season to taste with salt, pepper and lemon juice. Set aside.To make the batter, sprinkle the yeast, salt and sugar into a mixing bowl. Pour over the beer and vinegar and whisk in the flour.

Leave to ferment, when the mixture starts to bubble it is ready to use.To prepare the cod cheeks, ensure the cheeks have the entire membrane removed. Cut each cheek in half and toss with the garlic and dill.Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or deep-fat fryer to 180-190C. Dip the cod cheeks into the batter and fry in batches until golden. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper. Serve immediately with the tartare sauce.


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The Rainbow TroutPub & RestaurantBroad Oak Brede - 01424 882031

Located between the famous towns of Rye and Battle, the Rainbow Trout is a beautiful village pub offering an extensive menu of traditional pub meals throughout the day.

Sunday Carvery from 12pm, Senior Citizen Specials on Tuesday & Thursday lunchtimes, Breakfast served 8am Fri & Sat, 10am Sun.

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THE WHEATSHEAF

2 Barnhorn Road, Little Common, Bexhill on Sea TN39 4LR

Only available on Thursday Lunch.

To take advantage of this offer, please present voucher when ordering

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Valid to one voucher per person, valid for May & June 2013

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Try dishes from different countries from our special Thursday Themed Lunch Menu. Sample food from France, Spain, Germany, Russia, America, Belgium. Lunch served from 12.00pm till 2.30pm. Themed menu changes weekly, please call for details of theme or view menu’s online.

Discover A world of different tastes at The Wheatsheaf Restaurant & Bar.

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