Angmering Village Life
News Archive
February 2013
Looking back over 50 years, Fiona Castle will be sharing fascinating insights about her life and experiences, including her days as a professional ballet dancer and theatre performer working with Harry Secombe and Eric Morecambe among other famous stars. She tells how she came to invite Jesus into her life and the transformation that He bought about in her. Fiona also says how she met, fell in love with and subsequently married Roy Castle in 1963.
Following the loss of her beloved husband to lung cancer in 1994, Fiona has been active in campaigning and writing and enjoys keeping fit. She currently travels the country speaking about aspects of her Christian faith at a variety of events. With poetry from her bestselling books and details of the highs and lows of her incredible journey, Fiona explains throughout the evening how her faith in God has made all the difference - granting her peace even in the midst of the storm.
More details can be obtained from St Margaret's Church Office Tel: 01903-784459.
Angmering in Bloom Association's Quiz Night last Saturday (23 February) was an amazing success with over 70 people making up 13 teams. Questions were set by Phil Leverick and covered a range of subjects including a picture round. The winning team 'Spinach' scored 85 out of a possible 100 to claim the first prize of 6 bottles of wine.
A light buffet was held at half time, along with a raffle, with prizes generously donated by local businesses. The auction for a free MoT test, donated by Arundel Road Garage, was won by Cyril Potter. The Association wishes to thank everyone for their support and generosity, nearly £450 being raised towards Angmering in Bloom projects.
Pictures of the event can be found on the Association's new website at www.angmeringinbloom.co.uk.
The Angmering School has been classed as Good in its latest OFSTED report.
Speaking of the report Headteacher, David Brixey, said "I am very proud of the report but I am more proud of the school, our staff and our students. The inspectors saw a Good school that was well on the way to being Outstanding. They have given us some action points which were not a surprise to us and for which we already have plans". The full report is available via the school's website but paper copies are available in school, if required. However, the summary statements are as follows:
The next film to be shown at Angmering Community Centre is "SKYFALL" (2012) [12A] at 7.45pm on Saturday 9 March - doors open at 7.30pm. This film won the BAFTA award for "Outstanding British Film" and has been nominated for 5 OSCARS. It has already won 14 awards and has had 47 nominations. It is arguably one of the best Bond films ever made.
Starring Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Javier Bardem and Naomie Harris. Bond's loyalty to M is tested when her past comes back to haunt her. Whilst MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost.
Tickets priced at £5 are available in advance from the Community Centre Office, Woodies News, and Angmering Framing & Stitches, or at the door (subject to availability).
For your advance information, the April film will be the black comedy "SIGHTSEERS" and the May film will be the all-star and multi-award winning "LES MISERABLES". Films are shown on the second Saturday of each month.
The late District Councillor Julie
Hazlehurst
The Chairman reported with great sadness the death of
Julie, explaining that he had known her for nearly six years and wished to
record his regard for the time and effort she had given to the parish, even
when seriously ill. This devotion to the work of the parish would be sorely
missed.
Co-option of a Parish Councillor
On a proposal by Councillor Mariner, seconded by Councillor Graham it was
RESOLVED to co-opt Mr. Leverick, by a vote of 8-1 as a councillor.
The new Chandler's BMW/Mini Dealership
Facility, at Roundstone Farm.
It was RESOLVED that the Parish
Council response would be an OBJECTION to the application on the basis that it
was an intrusion into the Strategic Gap, was outside the built-up area boundary
and would seriously impact on the local highway network, particularly the A259.
Library Working Party Report
There were contradictory messages coming from West Sussex County Council
with statements being made that volunteers from Angmering were being asked to
work in other libraries rather than the one in the village. This was
unsatisfactory. The Clerk would try to find out what was going on.
To read the full minutes of this meeting, click here
A/9/13- Replace existing set of casement windows with new softwood sash windows to match existing first floor windows at Conyers, Church Road. For: Miss L Caster.
A/10/13/L- Application for Listed Building Consent to replace existing set of casement windows with new softwood sash windows to match existing first floor windows at Conyers, Church Road. For: Miss L Caster.
A/12/13- Demolition of existing garage & extension to dwelling to form indoor pool enclosure at 15 Woodlands Close. For: Dr P Slowe.
A/18/13/T- Fell 1 no. Monterey Pine at Beech Glade, Blue Cedars Close. For: Mr Fox.
Observations on this/these Application(s) must be received by The Head of Planning Services, Arun District Council, The Arun Civic Centre, Maltravers Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5LF by 14 March 2013.
To see applications, plans, design statements, etc, type the Application Reference Number (such as those above) into Arun District Council's "Application Search Facility ", click on the Search button, and click on the hyperlink reference when selected application is returned - then select "Documents".
The Angmering-in-Bloom Committee are holding another of their popular fund raising Quiz Nights this Saturday (23rd February) at 7.00pm in the Village Hall. Tickets are just £6 per person, including a light buffet. Bring a bottle. You can come as a team of 6 (or less) or as an individual.
There will be prizes for the winners, a raffle and an Auction for a free MOT donated by Arundel Road Garage. Tickets are available from the Parish Council Office/Woodies Newsagents/Angmering Framing & Stitches.
A/4/13- Tennis court and enclosure with chain link fencing at Tall Trees, High Street For: Mr M Wiggins.
A/13/13- Single storey side extension at 1 Arlington Crescent, East Preston. For: Mr J Murphy.
A/14/13- Rear chalet extension with side facing doors at 27 Lansdowne Way. For: Mr S Dixon.
A/15/13- Proposed demolition of existing Chandlers BMW dealership and Phares Courtledge and erection of 22 dwellings (including 7 affordable dwellings) with associated car parking, access roads and landscaping. Chandlers Garage, BMW House, Water Lane. For: Mr M Walsh.
A/16/13/CA- Conservation area consent for demolition of existing Chandlers BMW dealership and Phares Courtledge and erection of 22 dwellings (including 7 affordable dwellings) with associated car parking, access roads and landscaping. handlers Garage, BMW House, Water Lane. For: Mr M Walsh.
Observations on this/these Application(s) must be received by The Head of Planning Services, Arun District Council, The Arun Civic Centre, Maltravers Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5LF by 7 March 2013.
To see applications, plans, design statements, etc, type the Application Reference Number (such as those above) into Arun District Council's "Application Search Facility ", click on the Search button, and click on the hyperlink reference when selected application is returned - then select "Documents".
St Nicholas Garden (Public
Consultation)
Councillor Francis provided information on a project in St.
Nicholas Garden which is being progressed to identify the exact location of the
original medieval church working with Worth Archaeological Society and using
geo-physics, with the intention of marking out the foundations. This project
hopes to involve the local primary schools and Angmering School in the
practical work involved and expenses have been identified to carry through the
project. The Archaeological Society will not be making any charge for their
assistance, but in Stage 2, trowels will be needed for the school children and
at the third stage, the marking out will be the most expensive. Councillor
Francis therefore requested, on behalf of the Environment Committee, that this
Committee considers a grant from their Heritage & Tourism budget to assist
towards some of the identified expenditure in the sum of £250.00. As the
budget showed funds are available, Members AGREED to make a grant of
£250.00.
Graffiti competition for the Skate
Bowl
The Art Department at Angmering School has confirmed
keenness to take part and is working towards an activity day with Year 8 (12/13
year olds) in March when one of the modern artists being studied is Grayson
Perry. It is proposed that a funding application is made to the Police Property
Act Fund which is being supported by the local PCSO and Members discussed the
prizes fund required, deciding that this should be a total of £200.00
representing two categories each with a prize of £75 and £25.
Prizes to be determined. Councillor Verrinder confirmed that there was
additional funds available towards the skate bowl area in the sum of
£11,757 which could be used towards the skatebowl surround and the BMX
track.
To read the full minutes of this meeting, click here (PDF file)
A/6/13/T- Reduce entire crown to 1No. Turkey Oak by 3 metres at Field House, The Thatchway. For: Mr Gibson.
A/5/13/CLE - Application for a Certificate of Lawfulness for an existing use or operation - Occupation of the dwelling in non compliance with the agricultural occupancy conditions placed on outline application ref A/114/80 (condition number 3) and submission of details application A/134/81 (condition number 2) . Brackenside, Dappers Lane. For: Mr & Mrs B Phillips.
Observations on this/these Application(s) must be received by The Head of Planning Services, Arun District Council, The Arun Civic Centre, Maltravers Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 5LF by 28 February 2013.
To see applications, plans, design statements, etc, type the Application Reference Number (such as those above) into Arun District Council's "Application Search Facility ", click on the Search button, and click on the hyperlink reference when selected application is returned - then select "Documents".
It is learned with much regret that Julie Hazlehurst, one of three Arun District Councillors representing Angmering, died in Worthing Hospital on Friday (1st February). Julie, who lived in Angmering since 2000, was a widow with two sons, both of whom were educated at The Angmering School, and to whom we extend our deepest sympathies.
Julie was first elected as a conservative councillor on Arun District Council in 2003 representing the Angmering & Poling Ward and was twice re-elected. She served on a number of the Council’s committees including the Joint Eastern Area Committee. As a member of the Development Control Committee she helped to ensure that all developments were fully discussed before decisions were made.
Julie had suffered from ill health for the past two years but she did not let this prevent her from taking a very active interest in the affairs of the village and continuing to be a valued member of the Arun District Council. In addition to her work as a District Councillor, she was a founding trustee of the Angmering Community Centre.
She worked in credit control with various companies, including 14 years with Royal Sun Alliance. Since 2002 she had worked for United Merchants in Rustington.
The next film to be shown at Angmering Community Centre is "ANNA KARENINA" (2012) [12A] at 7.45pm on Saturday 9 February - doors open at 7.30pm.
Starring Keira Knightly and Jude Law. This is an adaptation of Tolstoy's stirring tale of love and marriage in Imperial Russia about Anna Karenina, a young wife of an older husband who embarks upon a life changing affair with the affluent and handsome Count Vronsky. poster
Tickets priced at £5 are available in advance from the Community Centre Office, Woodies News, and Angmering Framing & Stitches, or at the door (subject to availability).