THEEMS Community Newspaper in This Issue First Published in 1977 Winter 2020

Emsworth Residents’ Association THEEMS Community Newspaper In this issue First published in 1977 Winter 2020

Health & Wellbeing Fair p15 Remembrance Events p16 Christmas Events p17 Emsworth’s new Save our Surgery gets the library go-ahead at last Words by Theo Schoﬁeld The NHS Estates and Technology Transformation Fund has approved the £4 million funding for the relocation of the Emsworth Medical Practice into a renovated Emsworth Victoria Cottage Hospital (EVCH), and this will now deﬁnitely go ahead. A contractor has been chosen, Mountjoy, who will be starting work on the site towards the end of January. Work must be complete by early 2021.

This is the end of a long journey, which practice, which had 2,000 patients when started when the Hospital was closed it opened, now has 13,000. The Practice is in 2012. Plans were drawn up for the part of a Primary Care Network with the Practice to move into the building then, two practices on Hayling Island which but were halted by the NHS reorgani- has been set up to deliver new services sation that included handing all unused and support individual practices. Hampshire County Council have proposed closing Emsworth Library sites to a newly formed company, NHS The project has been brought to fru- Property Services, who had a remit to ition by the efforts of a large number As The Ems was going to press we learnt of maximise their gains, making the move of people, including the partners them- Above: proposed plan for the new surgery the shocking news that Hampshire County unaffordable. Below: proposed South elevation for the hospital selves, the Clinical Commissioning Group, Council (HCC) was proposing to close Following a long period of failed ne- and their professional advisors. Our po-

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new projecting canopy raised roof to central with suspended signage section existing dormers Emsworth Library along with nine others gotiations with NHS Property Services replaced with litical representatives have given their rooflights studio four opaque panel to new projecting the partners decided to try and build a bottom panes of canopy with active support, as have many individuals windows suspended signage architects ltd across the county. Closing the library would tile hanging to from elevation of new new surgery on the land reservedstaircase extension for and organisations in the Stakeholders Tollgate Estates, Stanbridge Earls, Romsey S051 0HE rip the very heart out of our community. raised roof to single-storey t: 01794 511255 wing with cladding at high level [email protected] community use at Redlands Grange. Group. Crucially the Friendswww.studiofourarchitects.com of Emsworth client However, people in Emsworth wanted Community HealthEmsworth agreedSurgery to contribute We need to make it very clear to HCC that project

staff entrance refurbishment of VCH, Emsworth columns to central windows new glazed rear single-storey section re-built existing columns to support canopy removed entrance lobby balcony support canopy a new surgery, but in the centre of the Architects Four Studio £65,000 from their endowment to fund any closure is totally unacceptable. Please title 00 East (front) elevation 00 South (side) elevation 3D views 1 : 100 1 : 100 town. They have an affection for the the furniture andscale equipmentpaper drawn checked in the new contact HCC now and let them know that “This is excellent for Emsworth A3 GJ gj date job no. dwg. no. rev. no. Cottage Hospital and wanted to see it surgery. 12/21/18 38105 131 A

new staircase raised central existing dormer extension section of roof windows replaced new raised central the people of Emsworth will not be pushed with rooflights section of roof and our wider community. The new new extension for EVCH was built in 1898 and trans- used for the community. Whenstaircase the “For

new entrance surgery will enhance the current around. Sale”lobby signs went up on the Hospital over ferred to the NHS in 1948. In 2014 it was 400 people attended a public meeting in provision and ensure that it is ﬁt designated as an Asset of Community August 2018. There was overwhelming for the next decade and beyond.” Value by Havant Borough Council. In We defeated the hospital closure; we saved the land off support for the Hospital option. The Cllr Lulu Bowerman 2015 a survey undertaken by Emsworth Westwood Close from unwanted development (see P6) and

raised roof to single-storey existing window clinical waste waiting room new plantroom plantroom extension new glazed link new first floor Clinical wing with claddingCommissioning at high level openings retained Groupstorage courtyard agreedextension extension Forum demonstrated overwhelming we made the Dolphin Quay developers pay up their social 00 North (side) elevation 00 West (rear) elevation to1 : 100 embark on a public consultation and options appraisal.1 : 100 The support for the building to be used as a surgery/community housing contributions (see P4). Our library can and will be result was the Business Plan which has just been approved. health facility. saved but only if you make it clear to HCC that it is an essen-

BGJgeneral update 17.05.19 AGJannotation added 26.02.19 tial asset to our town. Complete the online consultation now: This will provide the Practice with a much larger building Once the new GPPRELIMINARY surgery has opened it is likely that the part- enabling them to cope with a growing population, and al- ners will sell the old studiosurgery four in North Street which they jointly www.hants.gov.uk/library-consultation architects ltd Paper copies of the forms are available from the library. lowing them to develop a wider range of services. Crucially it own. As part of theTollgate Estates, scheme, Stanbridge Earls, Romsey S051 0HE the practice’s Westbourne branch t: 01794 511255 [email protected] www.studiofourarchitects.com should help them recruit and keep doctors and other staff. The surgery will be retained.client Emsworth Surgery (more on P2)

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Chairmans’s Report ERA and EBA Threat to close collaborate online the Library in Words by Ali Couch, ERA communications Emsworth It was agreed, last November, that the Emsworth Residents’ Words by Theo Schofield, Chair of the Association (ERA) and Emsworth Emsworth Residents’ Association Business Association (EBA) Just as we were celebrating the agreement should pool resources and to move the Surgery into the Hospital we merge websites. The popular have been hit by the news that Hampshire website emsworth.org.uk County Council (HCC) is conducting a consul- built by local marketing and tation on proposals for their Library Service design agency Oyster Design, which include the possibility of closing the was chosen to represent the Library in Emsworth. The ERA believes that town’s business and community If this were to happen it would be a major interests. sign-up today through the website!). blow to the town and its residents, and we The website now features information Whether you are a member of the ERA or not, need to make a robust and well-argued Emsworth Library gives to schools, children, about both associations and the focus is to in- you can also get involved with Emsworth’s so- response. and to other community groups. crease its appeal with more news and events, cial media channels, post comments on issues The County Council need to find savings In my view the Library is a very valuable and to add resources to attract more visitors important to you and ask us to help (or to check of £80 million by April 2021, and the Library asset for the community in Emsworth, and to the town. We are also using our social me- whether we can help). Services contribution is £1.76m. They pro- it would be a major loss to the town and its dia channels to promote the website. We also You can contact us at any time by sending pose to achieve this by closing up to 10 residents if it were to close. People who care want to use the website to share community us a message on Facebook or Instagram (@ libraries and/or reducing staffed opening about and value our Library need to demon- issues and developments better, and attract emsworthresidents), going to emsworth.org. hours. The reasons that Emsworth has been strate this by responding to the consulta- more residents to shop local, engage with lo- uk or email: emsworthresidentsassociation@ included in the list of 10 libraries identified tion, either on line at www.hants.gov.uk/ cal issues and, of course, join the ERA (you can outlook.com for possible closure is a lower number of library-consultation, or by getting a paper visits and a higher than average cost per copy from the Library. open hour. The Library is in the centre of The report states that their second priority Who are the Friends of Emsworth the town, but the premises are leasehold is to support healthy, creative communities, and relatively expensive compared to some including by establishing council-run librar- Community Health? other Libraries in the County. ies as “community hubs”. We need to take Words by Irene Craig, Secretary and Reg Harnet, Chairman They argue that Emsworth is within the them at their word and consider alternative catchment area of Havant Library, which accommodation for the Library in Emsworth They were founded in 1949, and were orig- can be found on their website. https://friend- can in theory be reached within 20 minutes. that would reduce its cost, and increase com- inally the Friends of the Hospital, changing sofemsworthcommunityhealth.co.uk/ They acknowledge however that 38% of our munity support. A working group of all our their name when the Hospital closed in 2012. They are glad that their offer of a grant of population is over 65, and that many would representative associations is now working They are a Registered Charity managed by its £65,000 to the doctors to purchase furniture find this difficult. The library was used by to develop constructive proposals to avert trustees, with over 100 members. It has an and equipment for their new surgery has ena- 2,227 members last year, 62% of whom only this threat to Emsworth and its residents. endowment, and uses the proceeds from this bled the project to go ahead, to the benefit of visited Emsworth Library. This is a substan- to support local organisations that provide the people of Emsworth. The Friends also own tial proportion of our population.The report These proposals can be found at https:// services that benefit the health and wellbeing and maintain the garden beside the hospital says that their first priority is to promote documents.hants.gov.uk/consultation/ of the people in Emsworth. and make it available to local organisations for reading and develop children’s literacy, libraries-info-booklet.pdf. and copies are This year they made donations of over fundraising and events. Finally, they organised but does not describe all the support the also in the Library. £30,000. A full list of recipients, as well as the Health Fair in October with support from details of how to apply for a grant next year, Mindworks. (see P15)

Emsworth Residents’ Association THE EMS TEAM Charles Ashe (Planning) PUBLISHER COPY AND PUBLICATION DATES Editor, Reporter and Photographer: 01243 379296 The Ems is owned and published by the Emsworth David Harris [email protected]. [email protected] Edition Deadline for copy and Published on Residents’ Association, c/o Emsworth Community advertisements Tel: 01243 378215 Chris Hallam (Transport) Centre, North Street, Emsworth, Hampshire, 01243 379862 Spring 2020 Mon 30 March Mon 20 April Advertisement Manager: PO10 7DD [email protected] Summer 2020 Mon 29 June Mon 20 July Roma Herrick [email protected] Howard Harding (Neighbourhood Watch) COPYRIGHT Autumn 2020 Mon 28 September Mon 19 October Arts Correspondent: Nicola Hammond Copyright of THE EMS as a whole is held by the [email protected] 01243 373896 [email protected] Emsworth Residents’ Association (ERA). The Major Event Photographer: Juliet Walker Copyright of all named articles and photographs in ADVERTISING Jo Northey (Youth) Design: Ali Beckett www.alibeckettdesign.co.uk THE EMS remains with the author/photographer, or For advertising costs and enquiries please contact: 07807 188912 The Ems is printed by JPIMedia Printing (Portsmouth) with the ERA if no author is identified. Unless other- Roma Herrick, Advertising Manager Email: adverts. [email protected] [email protected] Ltd, The News Centre, Hilsea, Portsmouth PO2 9SX. wise indicated, you may quote from, link to or publish Victoria Lovell (Youth) brief excerpts from any article provided that you Advertisements are accepted in good faith, however, SOCIAL MEDIA/WEBSITE [email protected] Social media coordinator: Ali Couch acknowledge both THE EMS and the author as your The Ems does not accept liability for advertisements Emma Gardiner (Youth) [email protected] source. The republishing of any article or large part nor endorses any services promoted in those adver- [email protected] thereof is prohibited without the express permission tisements. If you have a problem with any advertiser, ERA COMMITTEE MEMBERS Pam Wilkinson (Minute Secretary) of the copyright holder. we recommend you contact them in the first instance. Chairman: Theo Schofield OBE ERA MEETING DATES 2020 WEBSITE If you do not get a satisfactory response, please email 01243 377976 / 07976 727483 The public are welcome to attend the quarterly gen- Our new website is: www.emsworth.org.uk. Current us and we will look into it. theoschofi[email protected] eral meetings of the Emsworth Residents Association Vice Chairman: Jill Millar and back copies of The Ems can be viewed online at: DISTRIBUTION (ERA). All meetings are held at Emsworth Community 01243 377071 www.emsworth.org.uk/the-ems/ We endeavour to deliver The Ems to all households Centre, North Street, Emsworth and start at 7.30 p.m. [email protected] EDITORIAL in Emsworth, Thorney, Hermitage and Lumley areas. • Monday 10 February 2020 (AGM) Special Save Our Please send letters, press releases and news items The Ems is also available from local newsagents and Secretary: Michael Ponsonby Library Meeting. Special guests from HCC and local to David Harris, Editor: [email protected] convenience stores. If you do not receive your copy 01243 372825 groups. Tel 01243 378215 or by post to the above address. within two weeks of the publication date, as listed [email protected] • Monday 20 April 2020 (Local elections Hustings) The editor reserves the right to edit any submitted above, please email the Distribution Manager, Gavin Treasurer: Roma Herrick • Monday 27 July 2020 material. Millar. [email protected]. [email protected] • Monday 30 November 2020 Winter 2020 The Ems – Newspaper of the Emsworth Residents’ Association Page 3 Emsworth Residents’ Association Community Chest grants Compiled by Jill Millar and David Harris Emsworth Tree Trail Here are reports from local groups who re- Every tree counts. This is the thinking be- ceived funding in 2019. hind the Emsworth Tree Trail Booklet which guides people on two different walks around The Queen Street ‘small the town, highlighting trees in the public garden’ realm. Emsworth Tree Wardens hope it will The grant enabled us to buy bee and butter- encourage residents and visitors to identify, fly loving plants for the Queen Street small value and appreciate trees in the area. Of the garden and provide welcome sustenance 1,000 booklets ordered we have already sold for these industrious pollinators. Spreading around 800. All the money raised has gone pansies of purple, magenta and yellow and toward planting new trees. Ann Jolly white and mauve cyclamen have also been Emsworth is trying to become planted for much-needed colour in the winter months. In 2020, we shall give the garden a single-use plastic bag free good feed in early spring and select more with Boomerang Bags plants that seemingly flower continuously Boomerang Bags were delighted to receive such as perennial geraniums and salvias. funding from the ERA Community Chest Shirley Farmer and Brendan Gibb-Gray which has been used to purchase more labels. In Emsworth, we are encouraging shop keep- Emsworth in Bloom ers and their customers to avoid using plastic Once we had purchased all the new planters carrier bags to take home their shopping. (one of the first purchased was by ERA grant) Boomerang Bags are given out to customers we then used all donations purely for plant- free of charge on the understanding that they ing and keeping Emsworth blooming winter reuse that bag or return it for someone else and summer. All monies received go on plants to use. Caroline Fisk and upkeep. ERA has played a major part in this project from Day One and your support Topspin Youth Club: is very much appreciated. Community Chest Sheila Morris Community based table tennis is a strong (for more about Emsworth in Bloom see P 20) feature of Emsworth Community Centre with more than 2,500 attendances a year. Emsworth Eagles Netball team With the help of a group of volunteers, we The ERA Community The Eagles have been fortunate enough to have set up ‘Topspin Youth Club’ (9 to 18 year have been given a community chest grant, a Chest scheme offers olds) which meets every Tuesday 6 to 7.30 small grants to local sum of money which has helped set up the p.m. Thanks to the generosity of Emsworth organisations. To Emsworth Eagles netball club. It has helped Residents’ Association we have a fantastic download an application provide, kit, equipment and league fees. This table tennis robot machine. This allows for form please go to: grant has been a huge asset for our team and plenty of practice and time to develop new www.emsworth.org.uk/ helped a group of women train and enjoy get- skills. Dwynwen Stepien the-era/access-funding/ ting back to netball. Anna Strain community-chest- (for more about the Eagles see P 22) project/

Volunteer Planning Advisor 30 years of distributing The Ems (Commitee Member) Wanted Toni and Annette Busuttil-Reynaud are cele- The Emsworth Residents’ Association (ERA) is seeking a person, ideally with expertise in local brating 30 years as distributors of The Ems. government planning, to join the ERA Committee. The role is to advise the ERA on planning The couple moved to Emsworth in 1990 having applications and to make representations to the local authority on behalf of the ERA. lived all over the UK and Germany when serving with the Royal Air Force. They first lived in Applicants should have, or be able to quickly obtain, a good understanding of UK planning West Road and then moved to Lumley. They law and be prepared to study the Havant Borough Council Local Plan. Experience of working became aware of The Ems when a copy was as a local government planning officer, planning consultant, architect, chartered surveyor, delivered to them soon after they moved in. construction manager, solicitor or similar field would be very helpful. They volunteered to become part of the 100 strong delivery team and have been delivering Committee members are required to attend monthly meetings which are held on Monday to the Beach Road area ever since. evenings. Applicants should be confident, articulate, well organised, and have a real Annette told me that The Ems is an impor- Annette and Toni Busuttil-Reynaud commitment to the Emsworth area. tant part of making Emsworth a strong community and that they are proud to be part of a round, hopefully near to your home address. If you are interested in this role contact: Theo Schofield, Chair, ERA The Ems team. Between them they deliver 80 A bundle of papers will then be delivered to Email: theoschofi[email protected] copies each quarter. The papers are delivered you within a day or two of the publication date. to them soon after publication and they take The aim is to get them distributed within the half each to the delivery which takes no more week. There is an annual get together of dis- Volunteer deliverers of The Ems wanted than one hour. They are also both active U3A tributors and you will feel proud in helping to Could you spare a couple of hours once a quarter to hand deliver The Ems to local residents? members and enjoy motor caravanning. make Emsworth a strong community. Toni and Annette do not intend to retire from To join the team contact: Gavin Millar. The newspapers will be delivered to your home address every three months for you to hand the distribution team but unfortunately some Tel 01243 377071 or deliver to a named street or streets. of our older members are having to step down. email: [email protected] This is a volunteer position. We need more people to deliver the newspaper each quarter. It could not be simpler to An informal reception for all distributors of If you are interested in joining our team of over 100 volunteer distributors please contact: join our team. Just ring or email Gavin Millar, The Ems will be held in early April. Full details Gavin Millar Tel: 01243 377071 or email: [email protected] Distribution Manager and you will be allocated will be sent to all distributors. Page 4 www.emsworth.org.uk Winter 2020 Development A new opportunity for Dolphin Quay Update

Words and pictures by Shirley Farmer for the Queen Street Group the whole community Passersby along Queen Street will have noticed the huge steel Words by Dwynwen Stepien, Emsworth Community Land Trust (ECLT) structures of the two homes facing southwards down Dolphin Creek. Many people have commented on their overbearing size, and the With funding and planning agreements in place for the Emsworth fact that the Lord Raglan pub is completely dwarfed. The problem Victorian Cottage Hospital to become the new Emsworth Surgery, can only become worse as the other four houses are erected and the the parcel of land adjacent to the Redlands Grange, Westbourne Road much denser walls are completed. There is now a sales picture on the development is now available. The land, which is owned by Havant hoardings showing how the houses will look. Borough Council (HBC) was designated for D1 use. (Health centres, nurseries, training centres, etc.) In consultation with the community and ECLT has asked the YMCA to develop an outline Emsworth Residents’ Association, ECLT has specification for such a facility. identified a range of local needs: • lack of facilities for young people, especial- What’s next? ly as there is no secondary school within the To comply with procurement rules, HBC will town to provide a focus. This limits the ability seek expressions of interest for use of the for young people to be active and engaged in plot. It would also need to comply with its positive activities and in turn, this can occa- planning use designation. Once a preferred sionally result in anti-social behaviour partner is identified through this public tender • a growth in housing in the north of the route, detailed discussions would be held to town, but without a corresponding growth in agree the terms of land use. We are hopeful community infrastructure that the YMCA can deliver a successful tender • insufficient childcare in the area to support that meets the needs of the whole community. the growing population of the town. There will be further community consultation Feedback from ECLT members, HBC and the including a Young People’s Day on Tuesday 18 February from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. will be held at public has been very positive. We have been Dolphin Quay under construction; Right: the site flooded at high tide working with the YMCA (who run outstanding Emsworth Community Centre (see P27). This nurseries, outdoor adventure, youth and com- will ensure that young people are fully en- Several high tides, not even accompanied by this safe stretch of munity facilities) to help us develop our ideas gaged in designing the future centre. onshore winds, low pressure or fluvial flood- water and launch and meet with the community. ing, have resulted in significant water ingress small craft, including From our public consultation the ECLT be- To find out more please come to the ECLT to the site (see photo taken on 27 November). paddle boards and lieves that development of a nursery, youth AGM at 7 p.m. on Thursday 13 February at This situation was widely predicted and will kayaks. Crucially the developer has agreed that and community facility on the site adjacent to Emsworth Community Centre. get worse with rising sea levels. The new sea the Dolphin Quay Management Company shall Redlands Grange would meet these needs. The http://emsworthclt.org.uk/ wall, built round two sides of the site, and take on the responsibility and maintenance of approved by Havant Borough Council (HBC) the slipway and has offered to contribute to- and the Environment Agency is by itself whol- wards the costs. Work is in train to secure the ly inadequate, and, as we now know, cannot necessary permissions to enable construction be joined into the wider “Lower Queen Street to go ahead, funds permitting. Flood Defence Scheme” as no such scheme is Finally, as many people discovered from the even in the plans for this area. Autumn edition of The Ems, the former devel- On a positive note the developer has put oper made application to HBC for exemption in a planning application for a WC and water from payment of the £310,000 Section 106 supply for the boat owners, and has drawn up monies. This was a condition of the highly con- a costed proposal for the provision of a small troversial planning approval being granted. If public slipway from the public viewing area agreed HBC would not have received these adjacent to the site. This will replace the two much-needed funds for affordable housing. slipways now blocked by the development. To The public submitted many well-argued rep- be made of wood, in keeping with the area’s resentations against this request which we are heritage as a former boatyard, the slipway will happy to report HBC has robustly refused. be costly. However, if our funding bid to HBC is We shall provide a further update in the next Land at Redlands successful, this will allow the public to access edition of The Ems.

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Compiled by David Harris and Charles Ashe Industrial unit for sale section of mature hedge that Barratts had Unit 1, Station Approach, Emsworth is being acknowledged should have been kept to form marketed by Henry Adams Commercial. The part of the boundary. Instead, the sub-contrac- two storey building is being offered for sale tors grubbed out the entire hedge. Barratts or rent. The owners are willing to split the have offered to plant a new, mature hedgerow site into ground floor and first floor units. The as a replacement. However, there is concern building is 5,103 sq. ft. and has been used as a as to why instructions to ‘maintain’ can be disability equipment showroom and as offices. interpreted as ‘remove’. Saxon Corner (2) Coastal Footpath Top left: Unit 1, Station Approach; Bottom left: flooded coastal footpath; Right: Saxon Corner There is a proposal to improve the coastal path The roadworks in front of the new Barratts housing development at Saxon Corner, between the bottom of Warblington Road to “Some of the changes we need to make in are taken, particularly as HBC have stated that Havant Road stopped temporarily between Nore Barn Woods. The intention is to improve response to these issues and other matters they wish to exceed government targets for 30 November 2019 and 6 January 2020. the pathway that runs adjacent to the bottom raised during the consultation, are more than housing provision.” (see P 6) of some Maisemore Gardens properties before These works are now expected to be complet- minor amendments to the plan. We there- dipping down into the shingle, just before ed by the spring. fore consider that these should be subject to Tier’s Field (land to the north of the slipway belonging to Maisemore Garden Havant Borough Council Local consultation. This is likely to take place in the Emsworth Recreation Ground, residents. The constructed pathway will then Spring of 2020. Submission would then follow Horndean Road and to the start again by the bridge onto the shore, at Plan in the summer of 2020.” Nore Barn Woods. The bridge will be rebuilt HBC have confirmed that the submission of the rear of 15-27 Horndean Road and that part of the pathway raised so as to be Local Plan will be delayed. Long Copse Lane APP/19/00768 above high tide water. The shingle part of the HBC stated: “Earlier in the year, we had said HBC have publicly advised that they wish to Erection of 16 new dwellings with associated path, by the Maisemore slipway, will be left, as that we would submit the plan to the Secretary exceed government targets for housing provi- access, parking and open space. The ERA had it is believed to be above high tide. of State for examination by September 2019. sion. This has been picked up by the Save Long correspondence with local residents on the Copse Lane (SLCL) group. best way to proceed with ecological concerns. https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/ However, work is ongoing on the issue of nu- Planning Officers should be referring to HBIC government/uploads/system/uploads/at- trient neutrality, which is affecting authorities The SLCL group have sent a position state- (Hants Biodiversity Information Centre). Some tachment_data/file/834797/south-hayling- along the coast, and which has arisen since we ment: “We are continuing to be alert on the records have not been synchronised to appear east-head-report-2.PDF consulted on the Pre-Submission Plan. We are status of planning decisions that could aid pro- also still working on the additional evidence posals for housing development in Long Copse against site specific applications. If you have Saxon Corner (1) on transport that we committed to complete Lane. As the end of the year is approaching we concerns for this site, then comments should Barratts asked a sub-contractor to trim a before submission.” need to keep a close eye on the decisions that be made in writing to the Planning Officer.

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A planning application for 36 dwellings, (Ed. Reports in the local press together with the diversion of the Sussex Border Path, was refused by Havant Borough indicate that developers may try Council on 13 May 2019. While this was a to have Westwood Close included great relief there remained a significant risk in the HBC Local Plan.) that the developers would appeal against the decision. The six-month window in which to Nigel Street stated: make an appeal expired on 13 November and to our delight no appeal was submitted. This “The Council has excluded the is great news for us as residents of Westwood Close and of course to all the residents and site from the Local Plan and visitors who use the field on a daily basis. The refused a planning application historic Sussex Border Path, part of the Old following consideration of a Way pilgrimage route to Canterbury, runs huge number of objections. The through the site, giving it a significance way beyond the local area. Council can deliver its housing Being able to spend time in green spaces requirement without this site is hugely valuable in these stressful times and development here is simply and it is really important that these areas decision making on planning applications. It not needed. Where housing are protected for future generations. The The historic Sussex Border Path, is likely that the referendum will take place is built should be determined Emsworth Neighbourhood Plan, published part of the Old Way pilgrimage alongside the local elections in May 2020. in April by the Emsworth Neighbourhood route to Canterbury, runs through The Environment Agency will be looking at through consideration of the Forum, includes the Ems Valley Corridor as options for a flood alleviation scheme for the needs of the local community and a Designated Green Space. This would give the site, giving it a significance way River Ems on the site during 2020, followed the land significantly greater protection from beyond the local area. by implementation in 2021. proper planning criteria, and not development if the Plan is adopted. The Plan Westwood Close had its traditional switch- as a result of ‘pleas’ by greedy is currently with an independent examiner ing-on of our Christmas lights on 15 December, landowners and developers.” and their report is expected early this year. Emsworth voters before the Plan can be- and this year we really had something extra After that, a referendum must be held with come part of the suite of documents used in special to celebrate!

Roger Treagust Ltd & Grate Fyres The Save Long Copse Lane Campaign – have changed their name to: Winter 2019 update. Words and photo by Save Long Copse Campaign group Natural England has advised councils that Still the same location, same team current levels of nitrate pollution are a major By Emsworth author Rex Garland and the same great service. concern and councils must find ways to control A wonderful collection of short stories with pollution including new housing development. a twist from acclaimed author Rex Garland. Since Havant Borough Council (HBC) wishes to In turns funny and fatal, this compilation of quick reads is perfect for fans of Roald exceed their house building targets they are Dahl’s Tales of the Unexpected. now facing pressure to define and agree new environmental requirements that development proposals must meet. There is concern that nitrates entering riv- Contact via the same phone number: ers are being discharged into the Solent and 01243 371 665 Chichester Harbour causing damage to wild- Or email: [email protected] life and sea life. There are no immediate solu- 20 High Street, Emsworth, PO10 7AW tions to the problem and it is likely that ‘work Available around’ solutions (requiring public scrutiny) Big increases in traffic will result in a major now in will be proposed until a longer-term solution safety threat to the general public who use the paperback at Elizabeth Turner Soft Furnishings is in place. HBC have published a statement on lane for pedestrian access to services such as Bookends and their views of ‘nitrate neutral’ development. schools and for cycling and walking. Traffic to amazon. co.uk Discussions continue and we note that the Westbourne will increase and create a great- pre-submission plan has not yet been submit- er danger to pedestrians requiring access to ted for inspection due to unresolved concerns Westbourne services and further congestion on nitrates and traffic surveys. The HBC plan- for cars at the junction with North Street. ning department have acknowledged that the The developers have provided a scheme to plan is unlikely to be submitted before the widen the western end of Long Copse Lane summer of 2020. but have no proposals for the section of LCL Any new solutions or restrictions should ap- leading to Westbourne. ply to the proposal for 260 new houses in Long See: www.savelongcopselane.org.uk/traffic A small, professional soft furnishings business, pro- Copse Lane. The Save LCL team are working This is a major oversight that is of concern to viding a bespoke service to meet our customers’ exact hard to ensure that the Long Copse Lane pro- all users of LCL. The Save LCL team consider the requirements. posed development is not exempted from any proposal to accommodate increased traffic in All of our products are hand-made to a very high standard. We also supply fabric, a range of curtain poles, new requirements to restrict pollution, whilst LCL to be unsafe and unrealistic. The LCL team tracks and other accessories. ensuring that other major objections continue will continue their activities throughout 2020. All paperback royalties due to Courtyard 4, Sindles Farm, Aldsworth, Emsworth PO10 8QS to be discussed. We wish to thank everyone for their hard work the Author will be donated to 01243 389939 These objections are: ‘sustainability’; local and support in 2019. The daffodils, planted in The Alzheimer’s Society [email protected] flooding and disposal of flood water; and the LCL by volunteers, will surely brighten the new www.elizabethturner.co.uk unsuitability of LCL for high volume traffic. spring season. Winter 2020 The Ems – Newspaper of the Emsworth Residents’ Association Page 7 Election Special General Election results Meet Mike Magill, new The General Election was held WSCC councillor for Bourne on Thursday 12 December 2019. Ward

First and foremost, thank you to all those place to live. It is my belief that honesty is that came to vote in the Bourne the most vital of attributes that any by-election on what was a horri- politician can have alongside a ble rainy day. I have spent the good work ethic and that is last six years serving in the what I will deliver for you. Havant Constituency (including Emsworth) Royal Navy which has seen I am always available for 2019 result Turnout 63.7% Swing 6.48% Lab to Con 2017 results me travel the world and queries you may have or Candidate Party Votes % Candidate Party Votes % work with some fantastic local events that you want Alan Mak Conservative 30,051 65.4 Alan Mak Conservative 27,676 59.8 people. The highlight of my support with. I am here to career was serving in HMS work for and support you Rosamund Knight Labour 8,259 18 Graham Giles Labour 11,720 25.3 Queen Elizabeth where I in whatever capacity that I Paul Gray Liberal 5,708 12.4 Paul Gray Liberal 2,801 6 was part of the team that can. Democrat Democrat ﬁrst embarked the F35 Jets. It I am newly married with two John Colman Green 1,597 3.5 John Perry UKIP 2,011 4.3 was watching from afar, whilst dogs and enjoy sports of all kinds Alan Black Social 344 0.7 Tim Dawes Green Party 1,122 2.4 involved in a ship that was very much from football to endurance challenges. Democrat Ann Buckley Independent 984 2.1 in the public eye, that I started my interest If you see me out on a walk with the dogs in politics. or going for a run, please feel free to stop Chichester Constituency (including Southbourne and Westbourne) The last year has seen some of the most me for a chat. 2019 results Turnout 71.63% Swing 6.89% Con to LD 2017 results turbulent times in politics leaving a nation Candidate Party Votes % Candidate Party Votes % frustrated. My frustration with the lack of Mike Magill, Bourne County Councillor, Gillian Keegan Conservative 35,402 57.8 Gillian Keegan Conservative 36,032 60.1 ability to get things done led to me getting West Sussex County Council, County Hall, involved in politics. I can do my part serve Kate O’Kelly Liberal 13,912 22.7 Mark Farwell Labour 13,411 22.4 Chichester, PO19 1RQ Democrat all residents and try to keep this a fantastic Email: [email protected] Jonathan Brown Liberal 6,749 11.3 Jay Morton Labour 9,069 14.8 Democrat Heather Barrie Green 2,527 4.1 Heather Barrie Green 1,992 3.3 Adam Brown Libertarian 224 0.4 Andrew UKIP 1,650 2.8 Party Moncreiff Letter to the Editor Andrew Emerson Patria 109 0.2 Andrew Emerson Patria 84 0.1 Email: [email protected]

2016 European Union referendum - HAVANT 62.4% voted leave | CHICHESTER 50.9% voted leave Sirs, I have been involved in local politics for almost 60 years now, and elections have always been conducted with respect for the views of other candidates. As a youngster, after the horrors West Sussex County Council by-election, Bourne division of WWII and even seeing the blackshirts of Oswald Mosley’s followers, I learned to value the West Sussex County Council by-election for the Bourne division (Southbourne, Bosham area) great tradition of being able to express one’s views freely, with at worst some mild heckling, was held on Thursday 21 November. The by-election came about when the previous member visiting Speakers’ Corner in London, in debating chambers at University, and canvassing on Viral Parikh (Brexit, previously Conservative) stood down in August. Full elections to all WSCC the streets of wherever I happened to be living. seats will be held in May 2021. I can honestly say that I have never experienced such a nasty election as that of December Candidate Party Votes % Party % 2017 2019 election Viral fails at Sunderland 2019. Here in Emsworth and elsewhere, people who had agreed to put up a stakeboard or a poster showing their support for a particular party, found they were torn down, broken, Mike Magill Conservative 1,368 49 40.2 Viral Parikh, the former WSCC and even their property vandalised. Doors were slammed in my face, when I visited homes member for Bourne division stood Andrew Kerry- Liberal 1,009 36 19.5 in Emsworth. Bedell Democrat as the Brexit Party candidate for Jane Towers Labour 161 6 7.8 Sunderland in the General Election. I hope that even if I cannot understand why someone wants to vote a certain way, I will Michael Neville Green Party 250 9 6.9 He came third with 5,047 votes always respect their right to hold their own opinions. I hope that in the coming May elections, (11.61%). Labour held this seat with we will revert to being a polite and tolerant society, and not make people scared to show Andrew Emerson Patria 12 0 - a much reduced majority. their support by putting up a poster, or calling on electors to tell them about their candidate UKIP Did not stand 25.6 for local elections. Faith Ponsonby, Havant Road, Emsworth 2019

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Words by Lindsay Jerome. Pictures by Pixabay.com. are even infertile so they obviously bedding plants - lavender, snap- up the invaluable RHS list at https://www. don’t even need bees to visit dragons, heathers (Calluna and rhs.org.uk/science/conservation-biodiversi- them to pollinate them - a Erica), nasturtiums, com- ty/wildlife/plants-for-pollinators or pop into thankless task - and their mon marigold (Calendula) Emsworth Library to look it up on one of their nectar doesn’t seem to and French marigold computers (for free). attract bees so at least (Tagetes), Geraniums Remember that without bees, we wouldn’t the bees don’t have a (not Pelargonium com- have much of our food which needs their pol- wasted journey. monly called ‘gerani- lination to make the fruits (fruit, vegetables I started to do some ums’ which have been etc) grow. As the bees drink the nectar of the research and found the bred to be ornamental), flower, the pollen on the anthers all around RHS (Royal Horticultural Skimmia, wallflowers, sticks to their legs and body so they transfer it Society) have produced a Nicotiana, Lobularia (sweet to other flowers they visit, pollinating them. I As we find ourselves now in the throes of list of Plants for Pollinators, alyssum), Nepeta (catmint), hope you will plant nectar-rich varieties of Winter, you may be thinking ahead to buying a list of nectar-rich plants for Penstemon, Chrysanthemums plants to help the bees and help ourselves. bedding plants to add colour to your garden. I the bees and insects who are and Dahlias....the list is endless, If you propagate your bedding plants from have never been a great fan of bedding plants the pollinators. My suspicions plus all the herbs (Rosemary, seed, look out for bee-friendly ones - seed but was tempted by a tremendous bargain were confirmed - Bizzie Lizzies, Most Thyme, Marjoram etc.) which you packets will have a logo or wording to denote into buying a hanging basket full of them Petunias, Begonias...most bed- could use in your cooking as well. them. towards the end of last summer. It had been ding plants of that sort, grown bedding If you feel these are larger than newly planted up so the plants were at their for colour and ornamentation, do plants the bedding plants you would best and flowers bloomed over the following not appear on the list. It also says aren’t normally plant, they can always month...but no bees visited them. I had been to avoid double or multi-petalled be kept clipped back which is thinking this might happen, it was an exper- flowering plants. In the main, listed by good for lavenders, heathers iment of sorts, as I have never seen bees on the plants listed are the origi- the RHS and herbs to keep their shape Bizzie Lizzies or Petunias. I know that bees nals and haven’t been tampered and stop them growing leggy or love nectar-rich flowers and it occurred to with selective breeding to create as ‘bee- woody, or you could plant them me that more often than not it is the original, hybrids. friendly’ as feature plants with some not hybrid overbred plants, which produce There are many nectar-rich bedding plants in between. If you the most nectar. Some hybrid plants’ seeds plants to choose from to replace have a computer, you could look

Updates Albino squirrel at Brent Court any other sightings around the town? (Steve It is estimated that over the last few years We spotted this albino squirrel in the hedge Leniston) they have produced about 40 offspring with opposite our house in Brent Court, Emsworth. This picture is from 11 December 2019 on my the majority surviving to adulthood. Sadly on It’s apparently quite rare, possibly only about back garden fence. I’ve been online and the Friday 8 November the female quietly passed 50 in the country. I wonder if there have been question is whether it is just a white squirrel away on the western edge of Slipper Mill Pond. that is a genetic colour variant of the grey There was no obvious sign of injury and the squirrel or an albino squirrel that is much rar- assumption is that she died of natural causes. er. The latter albino is distinguished by pink or Like so many residents one of the joys of my blue eyes and a lack of any other pigmentation life was looking over the pond in the early on the body. The picture tends to suggest that morning watching these beautiful and grace- it is an albino squirrel. (Bill Dawes) ful birds serenely leading their cygnets around Death of a swan their domain. Many Emsworth residents will be familiar with They were a great addition to the natural envi- the pair of adult swans that grace Peter and ronment of the town and I suppose the lonely Slipper Mill ponds, they have been resident for cob will now begin his search for another mate many years and at springtime bring great joy to carry on the work of producing more of as they hatch their latest brood of cygnets. these special birds. (Brendan Gibb-Gray)

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Nore Barn Woods is an area of eight acres 1290 to 1340 The church at Warblington The early part of the year was spent plant- of public woodland in the South West was rebuilt as around this time a general fall in the sea ing more trees. We applied for and were corner of Emsworth. The Friends of Nore Barn Woods are trying to establish the level caused the creek at fortunate to receive a couple of hundred bare Warblington to become too history of the woods. The following forms rooted saplings from OVO energy working in shallow for fishermen and partnership with the Trust for Conservation part of our searches through records held made the site of Emsworth Volunteers (TCV). These trees, comprising by The Spring Arts & Heritage Centre in more habitable, the area Havant. If there is anyone who can help us previously having been be- Blackthorn, Hawthorn, Dogwood and Goat low the high water mark. Willow were planted to fill in the gaps in our corroborate our efforts and/or answer our questions, please contact us. The path running from existing hedgerows. Emsworth to Warblington, In March we were very pleased to be able now part of the Solent Way New interpretation panel at Hampshire Farm Meadows This leads to a number of questions: to plant six new oak trees provided by Havant through the woods, was Rotary Club and the Emsworth Tree Wardens. › When and how did the trees arrive? On colloquially known as Coffin Way, there being no church These were planted around the grass that en- that they are likely to see as they walk around the western edge of Nore Barn Woods, there are oak trees that must be at least in Emsworth and mourners circles the wooden sculpture at the southern the meadow. Having worked on the concept walking across the fields end of the meadow. We are hoping to complete back in 2017, the “Friends” were pleased to 150 years old, whereas within the woods, to Warblington for funeral the circle during this winter’s planting season. see the final design completed and the board they are much younger. services and burials. During the summer several work parties finally installed by HBC during September. › Were all trees cut down in war? 1840 St James Church built in were arranged to carry out maintenance of Now that winter is upon us we have once Emsworth and dedicated. › Was Nore Barn Woods originally called the existing trees and hedges and to cut back again commenced our annual tree planting 1924 Painting by H Glanville- many of the bramble bushes that had started programme. So far we have planted 100 sap- “the bunny field”? Or was this Conigar Spooner showing Nore to encroach over the footpaths. Unfortunately, lings during National Tree Week obtained from point? Farm. one work party organised for the end of July the Woodland Trust as part of their “Plant a › What was farmed? There seems to have 1946 The farmland around Nore had to be cancelled when a group of Travellers Tree Programme”. Early next year we will be been 8 acres of arable and 1 acre of pasture Farm and the woods sold by invaded the meadow. Thankfully they were planting another 300 saplings to further rein- Henry Burges, Lilian Burges in 1946. When did farming stop? and Lilian Ward to Noel soon moved on by Havant Borough Council force the existing hedgerows. Norman (a surgeon). (HBC) but that still left a huge mess that the We always welcome new members so if If you can provide any information about 1952 Sold by Noel Norman to Council’s Contractor, Norse S.E., the “Friends” anyone would like to join us for a couple of the woods or any historical stories please contact the Friends on Havant and Waterloo Urban and many local people spent time clearing up. hours conservation work once per month on District Council for £575. In the summer we also took delivery of our Saturdays/Mondays we can be contacted by [email protected], or Clare Jury on 01243 389742. 2002 The Friends of Nore Barn new interpretation board (see photograph) email at [email protected]. No previous Woods formed. that informs visitors of the flora and fauna conservation experience necessary.

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Thirty pupils Recycling Centres (HWRCs). would otherwise enrich the soil. This is came in the morning and a further thirty one of the recurring tasks for vol- in the afternoon. The afternoon ses- A new resident permit system is now in op- unteers. Autumn is also the time sion was further dignified by a eration. It will be controlled by Automatic to cut back shrubs and trees. visit from the Mayor of Havant Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and will The meadow has many crack Cllr Diana Patrick and her con- ensure continued free access for Hampshire willows. These are named sort. She was able to witness residents to any of Hampshire’s 24 HWRCs to for their property of falling the children enjoying their dispose of household waste, while access for suddenly without warning. outing and further experi- non-Hampshire residents will be for a fee of As usual the autumn winds ence what the meadow can £5 per visit. have caused a few casualties. do for the local community. Charges for non-household waste, including Where appropriate the fallen The Brook Meadow committee soil and rubble, plasterboard and asbestos branches are cut up and made is most grateful to Dan Mortimer remain. Hampshire residents, including those available for firewood or fencing. and his assistants who put a con- who live in Southampton and Portsmouth, Havant Household Waste Recycling Centre Recently a few volunteers led by siderable amount of time and effort into will be able to register for free access to any Dan Mortimer arranged an event for children making this such a successful event for all our Hampshire HWRC from 19 December 2019 at Havant Borough Council residents should from Emsworth Primary School. Sixty pupils visitors. www.hants.gov.uk/vehicle-registration-hwrc use the Hampshire CC recycling centre at from Year Two visited the meadow for an “end It is hoped that similar events might be held For residents without internet access, please Harts Farm Way, Havant. This is open Monday of term tree decorating event”. The event on the meadow in the future. call 0300 555 1389 to register. – Sunday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.. was staged over two days. On Monday 16 Brook Meadow is public access land man- December the children made tree decorations aged as a conservation meadow by volunteers. from materials gathered from the meadow The Brook Meadow Conservation Group exists New West Sussex Household Waste and other natural sources. They were assisted to promote the conservation and protection by Brook Meadow volunteers who provided of wildlife and the natural environment within Recycling Site scheme materials and design ideas for decorations. the Emsworth area. New members and volun- On Wednesday 18 December the children ac- teers are always welcome. For more informa- A new system to allow companied by teachers and assistants walked tion please visit www.brookmeadow.org.uk or only West Sussex resi- to the meadow and placed the decorations on contact Colin Brotherston on 07779 759696 dents to use Household Waste Recycling Sites (HWRSs) is expected to save local taxpayers Theres more to the Emsworth Delicatessen than meets the £250,000 per year. eye! Surveys have shown that an average of one in Not only are we stockists of speciality cheese, charcuterie ten people using HWRSs and delicious deli products, freshly prepared lunches and espresso coffee, were experienced caterers too. closest to the county borders live outside of From weddings to wakes, parties to plated meals, canapes to WSCC Household Waste Recycling Centre West Sussex. christenings we can cater for your special event. 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Winter 2020 The Ems – Newspaper of the Emsworth Residents’ Association Page 11 Schools, Education & Youth News from Thorney News from Emsworth Island Primary School Primary School School gets International Monitoring Emsworth Air Many pupils at the school support climate Every October Thorney Island Primary School Words and pictures by Kate Fripp change awareness events and are passionate does an International Week where the children in their concern about global and local issues. Year 6 pupils at Emsworth Primary School go into different classrooms to learn about have been monitoring their local environment, Happy Christmas means a new some different countries that they might have and planning actions for the future. Following been to such as: Japan, Germany, Mozambique home for Henry a donation from Emsworth Sports and Social Schoolchildren across Sussex, Surrey and and Italy. Club pupils decided to invest in a Flow Meter, Hampshire have risen to the Henry Adams They learn about the foods, history, famous which measures the nitrous oxide. They Christmas Challenge 2019. Henry Adams traditions and landmarks native to the coun- International Day at Thorney Island Primary School worked alongside HCC’s travel department joined 19 primary schools including St James’ try. While travelling to classrooms (or coun- to implement a ‘Clean Air Project’. The pupils CE Primary and Emsworth Primary. Matthew tries) the teachers behaved as if they were at Talk on police careers placed diffusion tubes in different places Inker, manager at Henry Adams in Emsworth, an airport, giving them passports that they On the 26 October, Superintendent Claire around the school site and analysed the read- attended their assemblies earlier this term can draw themselves in and stamps for each Jenkins came to talk to us about careers for ings and the nitrogen dioxide content, caused and set all the children the challenge of de- country. our future. She spoke about the main points by exhaust fumes. signing and decorating a new home for Henry, of what it is like to be a member of the police “We love international week” says students The Year 6 children plan to launch a campaign a friendly four legged friend. force. Every two years, you can switch to a dif- Leah and Leyla (aged 10) “I love doing the art after Christmas to educate the whole school ferent area to work in within the police force. Dee Tickner, community liaison officer, ex- activities, and I love all the different new foods community and improve the air quality around plains, “We asked the children to imagine that we get to try. These countries have so many Some of the jobs that are included are detec- the school. Chloe Northey and Molly Willie Henry’s home in the garden had fallen apart different experiences to try!” and all the other tives, mechanics, police force, crime scene explained that they are conducting a longi- after the wet and stormy weather. children agree. (Khalel Kydd) investigators, special force and many more. tudinal study into the air quality at different Defence includes: pepper spray; trained dogs “Luckily he was inside the office at the time Fairy Tales at Thorney places around the school grounds. ‘So far, the but he’s very sad about his kennel. After all, and horses (which is also a job), and CS Gas. air pollution is more significant by the roadside Simone Rutter, the teacher of Osprey Class, The superintendent told us that taking out we all know how important a home is. So invited the parents into the classroom to read than it is at the end of our school field, ‘Cody Henry needed the children to come up with an batons and Tasers are rarely needed to arrest Stevens described. Fairy Tales with their children. She said, “I was a criminal. (Leyla Swart and Leah Stainsby.) inspired design for his new home.” so impressed with the number of parents from The children are worried that the building work Matthew then returned to judge the winners Osprey Class who gave up their time to read SATS success in Emsworth and the increased traffic will af- in each year group and the overall winner in with their children on Friday 11 October. It fect the air quality for residents. They hope to The recently published SAT Results for West each school was awarded a Classic Lego Box was a near 100% success rate. Thank you very give helpful tips for improving driving habits in Sussex place the school as 3rd out of 282 in the ‘windows of opportunity’ set to encourage much for your support. Reading is such a key the area. Ella-Rose Clarke explained, ‘We want county for progress made at the school during their design & build skills. (Bridget Cordy) skill that cannot be underestimated.” to make the air better for future generations,’ Key Stage 2. The Headteacher, Mr Dean Clegg and Ellie-Jane Jewkes added, ‘We need to be said, “I am extremely pleased with these fig- Fireperson Becky healthier and we know that pollution affects Matthew Inker with children at Emsworth Primary School The class teacher of Owl Class, Becky Goss ures which reflect the effort that the children displaying their entries into the competition to design a our lungs and health.’ new home for ‘Henry’ dressed up as a Firefighter. The children thor- and staff have made along with the support oughly enjoyed the visit and learnt a lot. given by parents”.

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Men’s Lives Matter – Prostate Cancer Wine tasting event raises £400 Words and pictures by David Harris Check at Slipper Sailing Club Over 50 people attended a tutored wine and Words by Roger Smith, Secretary, PCaSO Hampshire cheese tasting event held at St James Church Hall in aid of the Children’s Society. The event At the age of 67 having being diagnosed with was organised by Maureen Twitchen with the prostate cancer, I joined an organisation wine tastings provided by Jonathan Rogers of whose raison d’être is to help others discover Vin Wine and the cheese courtesy of Emsworth whether they are suffering with the disease Deli. Delegates were provided with samples of or not, and support as necessary. Our organ- six different red and white wines which were isation is a registered charity called PCaSO accompanied by four excellent cheeses. (Prostate Cancer Support Organisation) Jonathan began by talking about the impor- and we are the Hampshire Branch. There tance of colour, aroma, mouthfeel and taste. are a small active group of volunteers who The wines served were Merlot, Marselan, Nero regularly hold sessions around Hampshire, D’Avola, Grillo , Sauvignon Blanc and Muscat. encouraging men to come along and have The bottles were poured anonymously with a blood test. This blood test is to detect the each table being asked to guess which wine level of PSA in the blood sample, which is a was which. The event raised over £400 for the protein produced by normal, as well as ma- Children’s Society including proceeds from a lignant cells of the prostate gland. It is not a rafﬂe. Above: Jonathan Rogers with the mystery wines. precise test but it is the best tool we have at Below: Over 50 people attended the tutored tasting. the moment. Hugh Kennedy, Slipper Sailing Club’s Commodore kindly let us use the function

room for the screening tests. The blood sam- Pixabay at Pexels ples are sent off to QA and in a short space of 1621 men which has included 66 red and 37 time the individuals received their PSA level, amber cases, which we feel is a real success. which carries a red, amber or green marker. We hope that this will go some way to prevent At the session we tested 135 people, most these people developing the full-blown dis- who had booked on-line, but some were ease. We also hope this story helps spreads passing and were tested there and then. the message that all men of 50+ years old are From a total tested we had 4 red and 4 am- at risk, Bill Turnbull and Stephen Fry being ber, enabling these people to discuss these well known examples. results then with their GPs. https://pcasoprostatecancersouth.org/ This year our PCaSO branch has tested [email protected]

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The Indices of Multiple Deprivation 2019 (IMD) have been Local Authority Equality Local Sustainability published. These government statistics rate local authorities Conditions according to a number of indicators such as: income, employ- Havant BC 2.44 5.3 4.62 ment, education and skills, health, crime, housing and the environment. These are quantitative indicators. Chichester DC 4.95 5.82 4.22 Of the 317 local authority areas in England, Blackpool is Hampshire CC 4.63 5.89 5.09 the most deprived (No 1) and Hart (North Hampshire) is the West Sussex CC 4.46 5.58 5.12 Thanks to the unstinting efforts of local resident, Janet least (no 317). Havant is 133rd out of 317 and Chichester is Portsmouth 5.37 4.57 4.63 Barradell, Emsworth now has an excellent provision of pub- 213th. When looking at the 151 Unitary and upper tier local authorities Blackpool is the most deprived and Wokingham licly accessible defibrillators. The final one was unveiled at income equality. Chichester does well on safety, health and (Berkshire) the least. Portsmouth is the 45th most deprived the end of October outside of Bingham Mansfield solicitors unemployment but badly on CO2 emissions and energy con- area, West Sussex is 125th and Hampshire the 136th. at The Old Flour Mill, Queen Street. This valuable life-saving sumption. The best performing places in England are Devon https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/ piece of equipment is now in place and available for use by and Wokingham. The worst are Blackpool and Knowsley. The english-indices-of-deprivation-2019 the whole community thanks to a grant from The Friends of full list of factors and scores can be found at www.thriving- Emsworth Community Health (FECH), support from Andrew placesindex.org Baker, the owner of The Old Flour Mill and contributions Thriving Places Index from businesses located there. Financial Times Other defibrillators are located at: Kings Arms PH, Havant This is a set of local authority indicators that have been re- considers the Road; Coop, North Street; Fat Olives restaurant, South leased by the Happy City charity. This measures a set of factors Emsworth/Leigh Park divide Street; St James Church; and Emsworth Railway station. including Equality, Local Conditions and Sustainability. The There are also defibrillators at our local schools. higher the score (out of 10) the better the area is performing. A lengthy article about income inequality in England (as Local conditions consists of 17 indicators including envi- demonstrated by IMD 2019 see above) appeared in the Railway improvements completed ronment, transport, safety, housing, health, education and Financial Times at the end of November. In late October the railway employment. Sustainability has five indicators including recy- The article compared affluent and poor areas within line between Havant and cling and energy consumption. Equality has six indicators cov- Birkenhead and Havant. In the Havant part of the article Leigh Chichester was closed for ering heath, income and social mobility. These are qualitative Park was contrasted with Emsworth. nine days. The following indicators. The writer visited the Blue Bell PH and described Emsworth improvements have been Havant scores well for housing and low unemployment but as “a redoubt of retired admirals and stockbrokers” and that carried out at Emsworth badly on children’s education, recycling and very badly on the town was all “yachts and golf”. station. Repaired platform copers; The Financial Times repaired stairwell canopy and the main canopy; jet described Emsworth washed and repainted the as “a redoubt of subway; track renewal; replacement of roof slates including front porch; renewed timber cladding on platform access retired admirals and stairwell; repointed joints on platforms 1 and 2; repainted stockbrokers” and platform canopy and installed new LED lighting and anti-slip that the town was all treads to stairwells. “yachts and golf”. Councillor surgeries in Emsworth Regular local Councillor surgeries will take place at International House, Methodist Church, The Square. The Emsworth Councillors will be available to talk to residents about local issues. To make an appointment contact lulu. [email protected] Dates confirmed for 2020 are; Friday 31 January, 3 p.m.- 4.30 p.m. Friday 28 February, 3 p.m.-.4.30 p.m. Friday 27 March, 3 p.m. - 4.30 p.m. Compass Aerial Photography Aerial Compass

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grants to Southbourne, which often feels divided Esi Grünhagen Grants from £500 - £2000. by the railway line. Hermitage, Lumley and https://www.hants.gov.uk/community/ Thorney feel – and are - closer to Emsworth 2019 was not a good year for WSCC. The Leader grants/grants-list/county-councillor than Southbourne. of the Council, Cllr Louise Goldsmith stood Tomo and Mark at the ToadPig book launch down in October 2019 after 10 years in the Hampshire County Council (complete list of I hope, with future neighbourhood planning, post. Her departure seems to be to do with the On Sunday 8 December, Emsworth shop all HCC grants) that we will be able to create a community publishing of a report which was highly critical PO10, which prides itself on supporting lo- https://www.hants.gov.uk/community/ hub in the north of Southbourne village as of the way WSCC ran its Children’s Services. In cal artisans, hosted a book launch for local grants/grants-list well as make the land around St John’s more addition WSCC Chief Executive Nathan Elvery author and illustrator duo Mark Stratton of a focal point. Cllr Jonathan Brown and I National Lottery was reported to have been absent from work and Tomo Sturgess for their new book have had meetings on the military base and Community Fund Awards for part of the year. He has now formally ‘ToadPig’. Mark set up Naughty Bird Books at the Bourne Community College to see what for All departed from WSCC. The troubles started in 2016 and has published two previous we can do to improve transport links for local Grants from £500 - £10,000 earlier in 2019 when OFSTED described WSCC books selling over 14,000 copies to date residents. https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/ Children’s Services as having widespread and across the UK and Ireland. ToadPig is the funding/programmes I walk everywhere and really enjoy having con- serious weaknesses. The government has now latest book offering and a new collabora- versations with the residents I meet, and want recommended that WSCC should be stripped tion with Tomo Sturgess, a budding illus- Waitrose Community to make the work of both district and parish of its Children’s Services department which trator from Portsmouth. Matters councils more visible. Thanks to one of our will now be put in the control of an inde- The event was well attended and consist- Waitrose branches brilliant Parish Councillors, Southbourne now pendent trust. As from 6 January 2020 Becky ed of cupcakes, colouring competitions and donate £1,000 a month has drop-in sessions every month, so please Shaw who was Chief Executive of East Sussex book readings throughout the morning. to three local causes. come along with your local issues and just to CC (ESCC) became the joint Chief Executive of Mark and Tomo answered questions about www.waitrose.com/content/waitrose/en/ say hello. Email: [email protected] WSCC and ESCC. the book, the story and the process of cre- home/inspiration/community_matters.html ating it. Lisa Edgington (owner) and Denise Fishwick who run PO10 said ‘ToadPig is a totally inspiring, uplifting story about Meet Becky Shaw, the new joint Chief Executive of WSCC/ESCC friendship, gaining self-confidence and loving yourself and others for who they are. Becky Shaw grew up in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire fulfilled the role since 2010. She has overseen successful It’s a must have gift for children. Not only in a family with strong public service values – father service delivery (including ESCC’s Children’s Services is it beautifully written but the illustrations (John) civil servant and mother (Ann) longstanding being judged as outstanding by Ofsted) and has a and colours are modern, original and abso- local government councillor (1971-2017). track record of working well in partnerships in- lutely stunning...who could ask for more’. She graduated with BSc in Politics and Economics cluding other tiers of government, NHS, Police, ToadPig, along with Mark’s previous from Bristol University in 1988. She has worked the voluntary and community sector and staff. books, is available from PO10 as well as in London Boroughs in democratic services and She leads nationally for the Association of County online from www.naughtybirdbooks.com, subsequently housing services. Chief Executives on leadership and development Amazon and Waterstones online. Becky was appointed as Assistant Chief Executive work. Becky is the Government’s regional Brexit at East Sussex County Council in 2000, as a Director lead for the south east and chairs the SE7 Chief For more information about Tomo and his in 2003 and became Chief Executive in 2010. Executives group. work please see (ESCC press office) www.tomosturgess.co.uk. Becky is well regarded locally and nationally, having

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Crowds ﬂocked to the second Health and Wellbeing Fair which was held on Tuesday 8 October at Emsworth Baptist Church. The church lent itself well to becoming an exhibition centre which housed over 40 local and regional organisations. There really was something for everyone from Tai Chi to the Library Service and from Alzheimers’ Society to the Royal British Legion. The event, which was last held in 2017, organisations that took part on the day, was organised by The Friends of Emsworth providing people with friendly advice Community Health who have produced an and support.” updated version of their extremely useful booklet, Health Directory 2019. This 24 page, A5 booklet lists all of the exhibitors. Further copies are available from the library. Theo Schoﬁeld, Trustee for The Friends of Emsworth Community Health and organiser of the Fair, said, “We were delighted that the many visitors to the fair found it enjoyable and worthwhile. We would also like to thank all the

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Words by David Harris. Pictures by Juliet Walker Remembrance Sunday 10 Remembrance Day November 2019 Monday 11 November It was a lovely sunny afternoon as the com- 2019 bined youth groups of Emsworth lined up It was a cold, but sunny morning as around 200 along with soldiers from Thorney Island to people stood at Emsworth Memorial Gardens march from Queen Street to St James’ church. to remember the fallen of both World Wars. The march began at 2.30 p.m. to the accompa- 60 pupils from St James’ Primary school were niment of the Horndean British Legion Band. on their best behaviour as they witnessed this The various Guides, Brownies, Sea Cadets, poignant service. Scouts and Boys and Girls Brigade members A contingent of 20 soldiers from Royal made a colourful spectacle with their stand- Artillery, Thorney Island lined one side of the ards. Crowds lined the streets and the sol- Memorial Garden. Rev. Andrew Sheard re- diers were greeted with a round of applause minded us that it was 100 years ago that the as they marched into the Square. Many lining very ﬁrst Remembrance Day event was held, the streets were veterans who displayed their one year after the Armistice that ended the numerous medals with great pride. By 3 p.m. First World War. all had trooped into St James’ Church for the Alan Mak MP laid a wreath as did the Mayor service led by Rev. Andrew Sheard. of Havant, Cllr. Diana Patrick.

Havant Remembers Havant Borough Council (HBC) have published a short booklet which recognises the contribution of residents at times of conﬂict. Amongst the nine people proﬁled are Private Harry Ripley who was born in 1886 and grew up in Emsworth. He joined up in 1914 but was captured by the Germans. He escaped and was able to return to England in 1916 when he was featured in the national press. The booklet is available from the library.

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Obituary Roger Treagust (1948-2019) Words by Brendan Gibb-Gray for Emsworth Business Association Roger passed away on 15 November 2019 af- “family” of Treagusts – a name that is well ter a long battle with cancer and on behalf of known locally. Since taking over Grate Fyres the EBA and his many friends in the business Roger made many friends through business community this is a tribute to his memory and he was liked and respected by his many and his role in the town. clients. Roger was blessed with having a In 1990 Roger was a founder member of hard working and loyal workforce who were the Emsworth Business Association and was trusted and highly regarded. the owner/director of Grate Fyres a long-es- Grate Fyres sponsored apprentice tablished local company that specialises in schemes in conjunction with local colleges plumbing, central heating and gas engineer- and this played a big part in giving young ing. Roger bought the company in 1983 and people a career. Grate Fyres continues as a over the years of hard work built a ﬁne repu- ﬂourishing business under the guidance of tation serving many homes in Emsworth and Alan Kemish although the business name is the surrounding area. Grate Fyres was one of now Synergy. the “anchor” businesses in the town, along Roger was a kind and gentle person who with Emsworth Home Hardware, Borland enjoyed walking and cycling with his family. and Borland, David Hazle, Tiers, Driftwood Even during his years of illness he continued Cafe and our local butchers Treagust and working, meeting many of his friends in and Starr’s. around Emsworth and remained positive Roger was born in Emsworth in 1948 one and cheerful until the end. He will be missed of four sons and joined the ever growing by us all especially Sue and his daughters. Page 18 www.emsworth.org.uk Winter 2020 Business Sponsored swim Old name – new owners

own opticians in Park Gate, Warsash, Hayling (Loat’s) and Gosport. They had heard about the closure of Robson’s and felt that this could be an opportunity for them to expand their business. The existing shop was re-decorated and new staff engaged. Mr Malik offers a personal, holistic service which looks into people’s lifestyle and their visual needs. He also offers home visits for elderly and disabled customers. He positions his practice as being mid-way between High Street brands and some of the more exclusive Words and photo by Bekki Kingshott independent opticians. Robson’s offer a wide range of frames in- On 21 September 2019, the Coalie Crawlers The Coalie Crawlers dug deep to the end There has been an opticians trading as cluding free frames for people in receipt of took part in a 7.5 km. open water swim in aid where they were greeted by a huge crowd of Robson’s at 66 North Street, Emsworth for means-tested benefits who are eligible for of The Fire Fighters charity. They swam from supporters, including Emsworth fire fighters, over 50 years. When Mark Freeman closed NHS vouchers. Mr Malik has devised an edu- Hayling Island Lifeboat Station to Emsworth local residents and visitors. the business in July 2019 there was great sad- cational workshop about eye care which he slipway at Emsworth Slipper Sailing Club. It is Peter’s wife, Dawn, presented each swim- ness amongst the many existing customers. A hopes to offer to local primary schools. the second year for this swim which was or- mer with a medal. The fundraising continued couple of months later the business re-opened Robson’s Opticians, 66 North Street, ganised by Peter McIntyre, landlord of the Coal throughout the afternoon and evening at the under the ownership of Malik and Collins Ltd Emsworth Tel 01243 696460. Opening hours: Exchange, and Mike Reed. The 13 swimmers Coal Exchange with a BBQ, live music and who have retained the Robson’s name. 9.30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday - Friday. could not have done this challenge without raffle. Co-owners Sufyan Malik and John Collins www.robsonsopticians.com the safety boats and kayakers who gave up The event raised £2866 and a cheque was their time voluntarily. On the day it was warm presented to Kerry James, regional fundrais- and sunny, however, the strong wind made for er, on behalf of the Fire Fighters charity, on 13 challenging conditions both for swimmers and December 2019. The next sponsored swim will kayakers. be early September 2020. Top country singer plays at Harbour Records Charter Cutting wins award Words and pictures by David Harris The prosecco corks were popping late into Katy Hurt is one of Britain’s up and coming the night at the Hampshire Salon Awards country music stars and she dropped into which were held at the Hilton, Ageas Bowl, Harbour Records on Saturday 16 November Southampton in October. Local salon Charter for an impromptu acoustic concert. Cutting, scooped the Best Customer Experience Accompanied by her guitarist she pre- award. They were also nominated for the Best viewed several self-penned songs from her Team and Best Salon awards. Owner Debbie new EP, “Unfinished Business”. A considera- Hulbert and her husband David opened the sa- ble number of people squeezed in the shop lon in Emsworth 35 years ago and now employ to hear this highly accomplished singer and nine staff. They recruit apprentices every year guitarist perform. and work closely with Chichester College who Jade and Cody with the Best Customer Experience Award Katy lives in Surrey but spent some of carry out the off the job training. They also her childhood living in the USA where she offer work experience to students at Bourne building in which the salon is housed. acquired her love of country music. She Community College, Southbourne. Charter Cutting have also been short-listed spends most of the year travelling around Charter Cutting are members of the in the Community Contribution section of The the UK performing at clubs and last year 10” blue vinyl 45 rpm record. We very much Emsworth Business Association (EBA) and News Business Excellence Awards which will show clocked up around 150 performances. hope that it will not be long before Katy regularly support Rowans Hospice. Debbie be announced on 21 February. She writes all of her own material and has returns to the Emsworth area to perform. Hulbert put down her success to putting a Charter Cutting are open from Tuesday to a fine singing voice. Well done to the guys at Harbour Records high value on personal service. The salon has Saturdays (late night Thursday) and also offer Her recently released EP is available for for putting on a highly entertaining (and free) occupied the same premises since 1985 and men’s hairdressing. Charter Cutting, 4 High sale at Harbour Records in CD format or as a afternoon of music. is named after Charter House, which is the Street, Emsworth. Tel: 01243 378100.

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If you run a local business £280,000 by Chichester agents, Flude. The families. The company was launched in 1998 why not add The Ems to your mailing list? We property consists of a vacant ground floor by Emsworth resident and former Head of Emsworth are particularly interested in receiving the shop and a first floor flat. Beauty salon Navana Marketing for the University of Portsmouth, following business news items. were based there from 2016 - summer 2019. John Harris-Burland, with just two colleagues. On 17 December, over 30 Now 32 people work at the agency on an im- • Shorter articles (with not too many quotes) The premises were previously advertised as members of the Emsworth sold but are now back on the market again. pressive roster of internationally renowned • Articles that are accompanied by interest- clients such as Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Suzuki, Business Association (EBA) met ing photos Greenhouse café is up for sale Ford and Wiggle, as well as emerging regional at Tuppenny Barn to hear from • Human interest stories The very popular Greenhouse café in St Peter’s and national brands. Square, Emsworth is being offered for sale for its new chair, HBC councillor • Businesses that form links with local £125,000 to cover goodwill, fixtures, fittings More pubs Lulu Bowerman, who thanked schools and community groups and equipment. The property is held on a In 2019 there was a net gain of 320 pubs in members for their ongoing the UK. This compares very favourably with • Firms taking on apprentices, trainees and lease at £15,000 per annum. The business is commitment to the EBA. work experience students being marketed as a going concern by business figures for the last few years when up to • Businesses that have done something transfer agents EM&F. At the time of going to a 1000 pubs a year have closed. There are really newsworthy: launching new products, press, Italian restaurant Nicolino’s, 32 North around 38,000 pubs in the UK. We may see winning major contracts, expanding into new Street, was still on the market for £595,000 Emsworth having a new pub if Woosters finds premises, opening new sites freehold with Christie and Co. a tenant. The last pub to close in Emsworth was the Town Brewery, West Street in 2016. Local restaurants Greenhouse Café helps the Planning permission was granted last year to praised in homeless convert the site into three flats and ground guidebooks The Greenhouse Café served up a Big Breakfast floor retail use. Fat Olives, South Street and at the LifeHouse in Southsea on Monday 16 New shop available December. They had been asking for food 36 on the Quay, South Street, The ground floor of 15 High Street, Emsworth donations to contribute to the breakfast. The Emsworth are both listed in (formerly Natwest Bank) is being marketed by LifeHouse is a resource, support centre and the prestigious 2020 Michelin Portsmouth agents Holloway, Iliffe & Mitchell Guide. 36 on the Quay is also kitchen that serves hot food in Albert Road, for £25,000 p.a. This large unit is still under- Members heard how, with a small outlay, listed in the 2020 Good Food Southsea. They aim to target immediate needs going refurbishment. the look and feel of several local shops had Guide. and issues surrounding homelessness and addiction for those in need in Southsea and Council buys shopping centre been enhanced recently, how they will be Woosters is back on the Portsmouth. (Nicola Hammond) Havant Borough Council (HBC) has bought the offered more opportunities to seek support for income-generating initiatives, more market (again) HMV open new store in Meridian Shopping Centre in Havant for £4.1 Woosters restaurant, 25 South Street, million. The 121,441 sq.ft, 55 unit centre has car chances to collaborate, and suggestions for Emsworth is now being marketed by Portsmouth parking for 380 vehicles. The move is part of new activities and events for 2020. Winchester based commercial agents, Christie The Canadian owned chain have opened a new HBC’s regeneration strategy which envisages The desire to keep Emsworth a thriving and Co, on behalf of the owners, Wellington branch at 244 Commercial Road, Portsmouth. the council taking the lead as a developer. HBC community town has influenced the EBA’s Pub Company. The premises are being offered HMV previously had an outlet at Gunwharf also intends to build flats on its Public Service and the Emsworth Residents’ Association’s on a 20 year, free of tie lease at £35,000 p.a. Quays and a large store in Commercial Road. Plaza car park. (ERA) move to pool resources and share Local music fans can buy new and second hand the popular website emsworth.org.uk, The restaurant has 85 covers and comprises Solent Cleaners closes 2,789 sq. ft. over two floors. The fixtures and records at our own Harbour Records in the businesses were told. The Portsmouth based dry-cleaning group fittings need to be purchased separately. High Street. Ben Laycock, Emsworth Deli, said: “While have ceased trading and all 10 branches, in- There is a café/bar area, restaurant and pri- the two associations represent different in- MindWorks Marketing cluding West Street, Emsworth have closed. vate dining room. Woosters opened in May terests in the town. It will be good to be able The firm was founded in 1964 and employed 63 2016 and closed in January 2018. celebrates its 21st birthday draw residents to the products and services Emsworth’s MindWorks Marketing celebrated people across Hampshire, Sussex and Surrey. provided by local businesses. To encourage them to shop locally, more regularly. Maggie Haynes, Tuppenny Barn, said: “We at Tuppenny Barn champion keeping TO FOR FOR the pound local and reminding the com- LET SALE SALE munity that for every £1 spent with a small or medium-size business, 63 per cent is re-spent in the local area - compared to 40p in every £1 spent with a chain or larger business.” The EBA reached a 21st Anniversary milestone in 2019. And it acknowledges the need to collaborate better to find new ways to champion Emsworth’s independent shops and businesses to ensure they remain central to the town’s economy for many years to come. (Ali Couch)

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HBC Councillor Lulu Bowerman addressing the EBA Page 20 www.emsworth.org.uk Winter 2020 Horticulture The Roundabout (Main Road, Emsworth Flower Club (formerly known North Street, West Street) as Emsworth Afternoon Flower Club) Words and pictures by Sheila Morris Words and pictures by Pat Shergold At Emsworth in Bloom (EIB) we are always be- Parker-Lummis entertained us ing complimented about our flower displays. with songs from the shows. We We are told by many people they come to also held workshops teaching a Emsworth to see the flowers. We have many variety of arranging techniques complaints from residents with regard to the and crafts. disgusting state of the Roundabout, which is Each year we put on two the central point of Emsworth. It is a disgrace flower festivals in the chapel at and makes nonsense of all the hard work the Stansted in aid of a local charity, people put into keeping Emsworth blooming, this year being Hampshire & Isle with winter and summer displays. of Wight Air Ambulance. At the The maintenance of the roundabout comes Garden Show in June the theme under Havant Borough Council who previously was ‘Floral Feasts’ which raised had commercial sponsorship for its upkeep. £1477.47. Unfortunately the Some years ago the roundabout was rede- Emsworth Flower Club is a friendly club with Christmas Fayre in November was cancelled signed with an Emsworth sign being erected. our members having had fun and tuition dur- due to inclement weather. Please visit us in A large anchor was purchased and circular ing a varied programme in 2019. the chapel at the garden show in June 2020. planters installed which looked good for many Eight demonstrators wowed us with their Non-members are welcome to the meetings years. artistic flower arrangements, all of which held at St James’ Church Hall, Emsworth at 2 The wood casing of the planters rotted and were raffled at the end of the meetings. One p.m. on 4th Friday of the month, Jan – June was finally removed, leaving these scruffy of the highlights was Chelsea best in show and Sept – November (non-members £5). Tel containers with the cement from the casing winner Stephen McDonnell’s demonstration. Vanessa 02392 789282 or email eg.florado- dried on. Weeds are growing out of the base. After the AGM in March local soprano Jennifer [email protected] In the winter, planters are just left empty. In the summer, only tiny insignificant plants were planted that were not tall enough to show over Emsworth in Bloom the lip of planter. The whole thing is a disgrace. Why don’t we all make it our 2020 Project Words and pictures by Sheila Morris to have this roundabout redesigned to keep colourful roundabout all the year round and be We have now completed the up with what Emsworth in Bloom have been proud of the entrance to our town. Emsworth winter planting for Emsworth doing to the town? Make it a beautiful and deserves better. in Bloom (EIB). Thanks to all the helpers that turn up summer and winter to do all the Emsworth Horticultural Society (EHS) planting. Thanks also to the people who give us access to Words by Brenda Abbott water. We now have the Emsworth The long established EHS, (last year was Free for members, non-members £2.00. You Scouts involved in the project. its centenary year) has a wide programme can join the EHS at the meeting for a sub- 2019 was the Centenary year of events including talks, garden visits and scription of £7.00 for 2020. Our AGM is on 20 for Emsworth Scouts. It was gardening holidays. February. We also run a distribution hut at a great opportunity to include Washington Road Allotments in Emsworth, Thursday 19 March 7.30 p.m. A – Z of my them in our EIB community where members can buy gardening products Fuchsia year by Derek Dexter project. We have donated at a reduced price. The hut is open from 10 Derek has grown fuchsias for 30 years as a a planter with a plaque on a.m. – 12 noon on Sundays. hobby and has exhibited at Hampton Court Bridgefoot Path to the Scouts Garden Show, where he has one several www.emsworthhorticulturalsociety.org.uk for their centenary celebra- medals. He will also be bringing some of his tions. The scouts’ parents and siblings all are told by visitors, “we come to Emsworth to plants for sale. Don’t forget to put in your diary that turned up to plant up their own planter which see the flowers.” Thursday 16 April. 7.30 p.m. Adapting a wild the Emsworth Show will be held on they will maintain it in the future. We are very grateful for all the generosity of space to include an ornamental garden Bank Holiday Monday 31 August at Emsworth in Bloom is now in its fifth year residents, local businesses and ERA that keep and going from strength to strength. The com- us financially secure. All donations, however All talks are held at Emsworth Community the New Life Church, Thorney Road, ments we receive from residents and visitors small are gratefully received, a cheque can be Centre at 7.30 p.m. All are welcome. Emsworth makes all the hard work very worthwhile. We made payable to Emsworth in Bloom.

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Words and picture by Heather Powney Church of England Last September Emsworth Baptist Church hosted Words and pictures by David Harris the first ever Southern Harbours Keswick event. The event was attended by over 200 people from The Church of England (CoE) in Emsworth is led by Rev. across the UK. Andrew Sheard who is the vicar of St Thomas á Becket, Warblington and St James’ Emsworth. After university Andrew worked for 10 years in market- Good Neighbours for the work they do in assisting and ing with major international companies. He was brought befriending the elderly. He also felt that many families up in a church going, Christian family. He felt the call of were under pressure due to the limited time that working the church and became ordained after studying for two parents could spend together and with their children. He years at Nottingham. He was appointed curate and then also discussed the spiritual needs of people living in a vicar at Uxbridge, West London where he served for 23 largely secular society. years. In 2018 he was appointed the vicar of Emsworth Christianity had come to England by the third centu- and Warblington. ry AD. In 589 Augustine of Canterbury became the first Andrew wants to improve facilities at the ancient Archbishop of Canterbury. In 1534 the English church split church of St Thomas á Becket by converting one of the with Rome and the current CoE was formed. There are 25 watchmen’s huts into toilet and kitchen facilities. A major million baptised Anglicans in England of whom one million fund raising initiative will be held in 2020 to coincide with attend church regularly. There are 18,000 ordained CoE the 850th anniversary of the martyrdom of St Thomas á clergy serving 12,500 parishes and 16,400 CoE churches. Becket. Woman priests have been ordained in the CoE since 1994 Both churches are well attended with around 400 reg- and women bishops since 2015. There are 85 million peo- ular worshippers and up to 50 children. Andrew is keen to ple who belong to the Anglican Communion worldwide. do more to reach out to younger people and to that end Many of you will have heard of the Keswick Convention which began has recently appointed the Rev. Jo Northey to the post in 1875 in Keswick in the Lake District. The first Convention was or- of Pioneer Families and Fresh Expressions Minister. Jo is ganised by Canon Thomas Harford-Battersby, and his friend Robert also a member of the ERA committee. Wilson. Three or four hundred people attended, and within a few Andrew is a foundation governor of St James’ Church years, Christians from all over the world were making an annual pil- of England Primary School, Bellevue Lane, Emsworth. The grimage to the little Lake District town, to hear the best Bible teachers school has a Christian foundation and Andrew frequently that were available. presides over the weekly assembly. The school was rated Since that time, Keswick Ministries has encouraged others to Good by OFSTED in 2017. follow in its footsteps and mini ‘Keswick’ events are now held all Andrew talked about various issues in Emsworth in- over the country as part of Keswick Fellowship. Southern Harbours cluding the isolation of the elderly. He praised Emsworth Keswick has now joined nearly 40 other locations across the UK where Bible Weeks or local ‘Keswick’ events are taking place and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ. Those attending the event in Emsworth were able to hear daily talks from speakers Jonathan Lamb (Former Chairman and CEO of Keswick Ministries) and Chris Sinkinson (Author and Lecturer in Old Testament and Apologetics at Moorlands Bible College). There was also a collective time of worship and presentations from mission organisations: Elam Ministries, Open Doors, BEATS, MAF and Joy for Children Uganda. The event was a great success and enjoyed by all who attended. Next year’s event promises to be just as exciting and will take place from Thursday 17 to Saturday 19 September 2020. If you would like to know what the event is all about, Emsworth Baptist Church will also be hosting a one-day event on Saturday 22 February 2020. For more information about next year’s Southern Harbours Keswick events, see: www.southernharbourskeswick.com

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Part of The Southern Co-operative Page 22 www.emsworth.org.uk Winter 2020 Sports & Recreation Emsworth Cricket Club Emsworth Sailing Club, Words and pictures by Nick Webb After consecutive promotions for Emsworth CC’s first team, 2019 was always going to be a 100 years on tough season. Early injuries to a couple of key players hampered the start of the season and Words and pictures by David Harris the team found themselves in the lower half of the table for much of the season. However, Emsworth Sailing Club (ESC) celebrated its with some determination the team dug deep 100th anniversary in 2019, which included a and rallied to produce a string of victories in visit by the Princess Royal in May (see The Ems the second half of the season which saw them Summer 2019). to safety and eventually ended the season mid The new Commodore is Jane Scott (photo) table. who will hold this post until 2021. ESC has The second team under new captaincy con- 1,700 members of whom 90% live in the PO9/ tinued their steady development while sup- during the season. It is important that the jun- PO10 postcode areas. The club is usually fully porting the first team, winning some games ior players have this opportunity to progress subscribed but at the end of each year well and losing some they could have won. themselves, with the support of club coaches new members are able to join as old- Again the 2’s finished mid table but could have and senior players. er members leave. Annual mem- been challenging for promotion if some games For 2020 the club hopes to again challenge bership costs are on a sliding scale had gone their way. for promotion for the 1st and 2nd team, with designed to encourage younger The third team didn’t win that many games the addition of several new players to the members with costs ranging in their division, but continued their youth club. We will also be resuming our push for from £170 for an adult age 31+ to rooms, storage and a large area development policy with lots of contributions recruiting junior members to rebuild the youth £40 for a junior member age 10 -17. which accommodates the club’s from under 16 players who developed well section of the club. The club occupies a large site at boats which are used for training the end of Bath Road. The clubhouse new sailors. The club has a lot of has a large restaurant area, offices, two bars, younger members including many children Emsworth Eagles conference room and a training room. The ca- who are undertaking RYA sailing courses. ESC Get up and Go tering is carried out by franchisee Oliver Clift supports the Sir Peter Blake Fund and Bart’s Words and picture by Anna Strain who lives in a flat above the club. The original Bash sailing charities. Words by Maddison Borlase-Bune Netball has recently building goes back to 1792 when a hot water If you are aged 55+ and live in Havant Emsworth Sailing Club, 55 Bath Road, become more prom- Bathing House was built on the site. In 1919 it Borough, Get up and go has a range of Emsworth PO10 7ES inent in the British was sold to the newly formed ESC who have sociable activities for you to try with like- Tel: 01243 372850 sporting news with owned the site and run the club continuously minded people. The programme has a wide www.emsworthsc.org.uk the England Roses for the last 100 years. range of new and existing activities and taking the 2018 Behind the clubhouse is an outdoor swim- See P29 for review of the book, Emsworth SC coffee mornings/afternoons taking place C o m m o n w e a l t h ming pool (open April to September), changing Centenary History by Liz Sagues. in the New Year. These include: Games title and coming third in the 2019 world champions. A new 5 km. walk around Staunton Following the success of the England netball- Country Park ers, Anna Lebbon got a thirst for creating a Havant’s Hidden Heritage walk. Enjoy a local netball team. She started a post on the 1-2 mile walk. Emsworth Facebook Group and now runs a suc- ‘Bat and Chat’ Dementia friendly cricket cessful netball training session for all. She has sessions. formed a new affiliated team; The Emsworth 10 week Ballroom and Latin American Eagles, a group of 12 women brought together dance essentials class. after seeing Anna’s post. The Eagles are play weekly in the Chichester Nordic Walking Netball League and pride themselves on being Get up and Go Bootcamp. a mixture of ages, ability and competitive- We have lots of other activities such as: ORTH’S ness. 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Words by David Harris The very first edition of The Ems was and Historical Trust published in July 1977. It comprised four sides of A4 paper and described itself as the (Emsworth Museum) newsletter of the Emsworth Ratepayers’ Association (ERA). The first editor was Brian Words and pictures by Dorothy Bone Thomas who was also an ERA sponsored Talks (£4 non-members, £3 Independent councillor for Havant members) Wednesday 19th February Borough Council (HBC). Amongst the early 7.30 p.m. Emsworth Community advertisers were Hazle & Co, estate agents Centre and the Bluebell Inn, both of which are still The sinking of The Royal George advertising with us today. 1782: A creative response in poetry and images by Denise In July 1978 The Ems increased to six pages Community Charge (popularly known as the Bennett. and by July 1979 was an eight page publica- Poll Tax). By 1990 The Ems was now eight The Royal George sank at tion. In July 1980 the paper moved to a larger pages in A3 format with photos beginning to Spithead on 29 August 1782 with format (A3) and became a four page paper. appear more regularly. Things remained rela- the loss of around 1,000 lives in- The early editions feature some cartoons and tively unchanged throughout the 1990s but by cluding 60 children. The ship was maps but very few pictures. By July 1989 The 2005 The Ems became a 10 page paper and by “heeled” for repairs to the water Ems was now six pages in A3 format. Amongst 2008 it had grown to 12 pages. cock and was also being loaded the issues raised in early editions are familiar The editor has now acquired an archive of with provisions when it began themes such as lack of facilities for young peo- almost all editions of The Ems from No 1 (1977) to take in water. The carpenter ple, the future of the town centre and traffic onwards. We are still missing: Oct 2011; July/ raised the alarm and spoke to the Lieutenant problems. Aug 2013; Jan/Feb 2014; and May/June 2014. on duty twice but was ignored. If his warning In 1990 the ERA changed its name to If you have any of these papers and would like had been heeded the tragedy might have been Emsworth Residents’ Association to reflect to donate them to the archive please contact averted. the replacement of local council rates by the the editor. [email protected] Emsworth Museum will re-open on Saturday 4 April after re-organisation of the displays. From the Archives Some of the descriptive notes are being ex- panded to explain the relevance of the items to 40 years ago - The Ems, January 1980 Emsworth’s history. The Warblington Roman Villa display has been updated to include the The public enquiry into the route of the finds from the 2019 excavations. proposed A27 (T) will continue during 1980. A new display cabinet has been installed to (The A27 opened in the late 1980s.) house some of the museum’s collection of tex- Havant Borough Council (HBC) are looking tiles, including an Edwardian wedding dress. at proposals to build a Community Hall at This has been on display for many years but is Spencer’s Field, Emsworth. (This was built now in need of conservation work, estimated and is now known as the SYRCH Centre) to cost up to £2000. It is believed to have been worn by a local lady at her marriage in 1908. HBC were holding an exhibition in The committee would like to conserve this Emsworth about the town centre garment and is starting to look for grants and West Sussex County Council put forward donations to cover the cost. If you would like to a proposal to build 100 holiday flats at the help please email dorothybone@btinternet.

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Words by Nicola Hammond, Arts Correspondent Emsworth Music Club Saturday 22 February: Track Dogs £14 Havant Chamber Orchestra New play to commemorate 75th Friday 14 February: Emiliyah and the Square Tower, Old Portsmouth Saturday 8 February – Holy Trinity Church, Anniversary of VE and VJ days MightyZ All Stars £10 This truly awesome foursome bring their Fareham Local writer Jim Strudwick has been busy Hewitts, Emsworth “Fire On the Rails” tour to the UK. Their lively, Featuring music by Mozart, Tchaikovsky and writing a new play to coincide with the 75th Have a Valentines night with a difference melodic music has a strong American/Latin Glazunov, the concert will be preceded by a anniversary of VE and VJ days in May and and jump up to the Kingston (Jamaica, not sentiment and irresistible rhythms. talk at 6.30 pm. August 2020. London) sound of Emiliyah and the band’s Wednesday 26 February: The Dead South Havant Symphony Orchestra “On the Home Front” will draw on Jim’s vivid crowd-pleasing acoustic reggae. £22.50 Sunday 8 March - Oaklands School, memories of WW2 as a boy and reflect ex- Friday 13 March: Backwater Roll £10 Portsmouth Guildhall Waterlooville periences of those on the front line as well Hewitts, Emsworth Paddington Bear’s First Concert will be an as their loved ones at home. He says “I have All the way from Southampton, this powerful afternoon family affair and an opportunity included lots of historical facts and quite a high energy blues band will be playing songs to experience classics as well as music from bit of humour as well – yes the amazingly from their album ‘Backwater Roll – LIVE at contemporary films (with furry friends!). resilient folks of the time found humour as the Platform” as well as blues classics. For full programme and tickets: www.havan- best they could!” Friday 10 April: Teed Up £12 torchestras.org.uk Jim has been assembling his band of Chidham Village Hall Tuppenny Barn Emsworth Players and the production will be Saturday 29 February: Alden, Patterson and staged in August, complete with Glen Miller Dashwood £12 music. The highly acclaimed folk trio will deliver rich This follows the success of “When the vocal harmonies around beautifully written Poppies Bloom Again” which Jim wrote and original songs and melodies from their debut produced in 2018. The play, which was based album “Call me Home”. on an Emsworth family in the first World War, Canadian bluegrass superstars The Dead has recently been made into a film by Brian South promise to raise the roof of the Book tickets online at www.tuppennybarn. Pickett-Edwards. Jim hopes that the film will Guildhall. Their sound combines elements co.uk/musicatthebarn or tel: 01243 377780 be shown at a local venue later this year. of classical, punk, rock, bluegrass and Tuppenny Barn, Main Road, Southbourne. everything in between. RECOMMENDED These first-class musicians have been im- Sunday 8 March: Steve Knightley £19 “This is sublime! If pressing audiences throughout Europe. Wedgewood Rooms, Southsea Saturday 4 April: India Electric Co. £12 Tuppenny Barn your troubles don’t Their funky, rocking, swinging, slow and emo- Cole and Joe receive plaudits from both the music press tionally charged music is British blues at its melt away when you and radio presenters for their unique and engaging style best. of music. They use traditional instruments in a contem- hear IEC then nothing Friday 15 May: Bob Margolin £20 porary way and explore diverse themes from across will shift them. Emsworth Baptist Church the world. Their sound is sometimes folk, sometimes Beautiful, magical.” The legendary Bob is still one of the best gui- French gypsy, sometimes Indian influenced and always Jeremy Vine tarists around. He supported Muddy Waters inventive. back in the day and now brings an acoustic set with music from his new album ‘This Guitar and Tonight’. Tickets from Harbour Records and Bookends, Emsworth, online at emsworthmusicclub.uk or www.wegottickets.com. Harbour Records Regarded as one of the UK’s greatest singer Saturday 8 February: Megson £14 songwriters, and with four Royal Albert Hall Square Tower, Old Portsmouth sell-outs to his name, Steve will perform a Stu and Debs Hanna have gained fame on the stripped back, one man show that’s infused folk circuit not only for their arresting and in- with wit and warmth.

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Words by Nicola Hammond, Arts Correspondent Havant Music Festival Saturday 2 May: Peter Rogers Guitar Recital proceedings as votes will be cast 75% by the The 4th Havant Music Festival takes place £8 audience and 25% by the judges for each lev- from 23 April – 3 May with concerts being Emsworth Baptist Church el. Tickets £8 each. held in Havant, Hayling Island and Emsworth. Local classical guitarist Peter will perform Theatre These include: compositions from across the centuries. He The Unfortunate - Whitechapel Beyond the Thursday 23 April: Emsworth Concert Band is well known for his horticultural prowess Ripper £10 but his musicianship is even more impressive. 23 April - 2 May £12 Emsworth Baptist Church Sunday 3 May: Village Voices £10 A fast paced epic play in which a journalist is A St Georges Day concert with rousing patri- The Pallant Hall, Havant sent to report on the latest Jack the Ripper otic English music – bring your flags and be Our popular Emsworth choir will provide murder. Struck by the plight of a degenerate prepared to sing along! a fitting finale for the 4th Havant Music woman he embarks on a crusade to reform Saturday 25 April: Jay Jupe and Friends £10 Festival and have you singing along to your the dark underbelly of Whitechapel. St James’ Church, Emsworth favourite songs. Music Jay has an amazing baritone voice and, sup- There will also be a lunchtime series of free Elaine Delmar and Enrico Tomasso – A ported by the Leigh Park Community Choir, concerts featuring local performers. For Celebration of Ella and Louis will be performing songs from popular musi- tickets and the full programme see www.ha- Friday 7 February £20 cals and more at this afternoon concert. vantmusicfestival.org.uk and Havant Music Acclaimed jazz singer Elaine Delmar and Dr Annie Gray Festival’s Facebook page. trumpeter Encrico Tomasso celebrate the Saturday 25 April: Renaissance Choir: £12 Event Cinema music of iconic music legends Ella Fitzgerald St Faith’s Church, Havant The Spring Royal Ballet: Swan Lake £15 and Louis Armstrong. Featuring their most With many of its members coming from South Coast Comedian of the Year 2020 Wednesday 1 April famous numbers and re-workings of lesser Emsworth, this acclaimed choir has per- The Spring is excited to be hosting both the The performance will be screened live from known gems. formed in many prestigious European ven- heats and the final of this year’s competition. the Royal Opera House. It is a revival of the ues, and now this concert in Havant. ‘South Coast Comedian of the Year’ is open to Jo Harman – Thursday 5 March £18 glorious 2018 production of an eternal tale Sunday 26 April: Elizabeth-Jane Baldry amateur performers from Cornwall, Devon, Jo returns to The Spring with her full band of doomed love. Dorset, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Sussex and for an evening of incredible blues and soul. Harp Recital £10 Comedy Kent. As an international touring artist who has St Thomas à Becket, Warblington Lucy Porter: Be Prepared £16 worked with industry greats, she receives Elizabeth-Jane grew up in Emsworth and Heats begin on Wednesday 12 February and Friday 20 and Saturday 21 March £16 great plaudits from the music press and au- returns to the area for what promises to be continue through to the finals in June. All Writer and broadcaster Lucy will be bringing diences alike. an afternoon of exquisite music as part of the events will be hosted by James Alderson her Edinburgh Fringe show to The Spring. church’s 850th anniversary celebrations. and the audience will play a vital part in the “Impeccably punch-lined anecdotes… genu- inely delightful‘ Telegraph Other events Dr Annie Gray: Serving Winston £15 Wednesday 19 February Georgina Landemare was the longest serving cook for Winston Churchill. This illustrated talk by food historian Annie Gray will cover Georgina’s life and career, as well as the food she cooked and the relationship she had with her illustrious employers. See www.thespring.co.uk for the full programme. Discounts for concessions/under 18s available for some events. The Spring also puts on films, comedy nights, talks, hosts a book group, art workshops and exhibitions. Brochures available from The Spring or Emsworth Library. Tickets from the box office (open from 10.00 a.m. Mon – Sat), East Renaissance Choir Lucy Porter Jo Harman Street, Havant or ring 023 9247 2700. EMSWORTH AUCTIONS REGULAR FRIDAY EVENING SALES OUR AUCTION DATES 2020 ANTIQUES, VINTAGE, CURIOS, COLLECTABLES & RETRO (Adm £1) VIEW FROM 3pm - SALE STARTS 5pm THE PARISH HALL, CHURCH PATH, EMSWORTH PO10 7DP A real fre turns one’s palace into a real home. 500+ LOTS WANTED PER SALE : A professional sweep brings real peace of mind! 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REVIEW Wemsfest The Tannahill Weavers Words by Nicola Hammond. Photos supplied Emsworth Baptist Church 20 November by Mark Ringwood From the moment the haunting bagpipes be- Music gan, the “Tannies” (as they are affectionately Midnight Run: Thursday 6 February £12.50 known) evoked feelings of being at a Cèilidh, a Emsworth Community Centre social gathering much loved by the Scots with From the Great Smoky Mountains of music, song and storytelling. Tennessee this four piece band are on their The Tannahill Weavers are seasoned per- first UK tour. Their high energy music offers formers, having recently celebrated their 50th a fresh and lively approach to the “High anniversary (with a few changes to the line up Lonesome” sound. along the way). Founder member Roy Gullane entertained and teased with his gentle patter. April Verch and Joe Newbury: Thursday 13 Above: Blazin’ Fiddles. Right: Midnight Run Some ballads were sung in a thick Scottish February £12.50 brogue and he delighted in summing up the Year 2019, the youthful group will bring Chidham Village Hall story in advance, with a few embellishments. a contemporary style of fiddle playing to April and Joe are an American/Canadian In their well-honed stage show of traditional Emsworth. As well as fiery crowd-pleasers, duo with a shared love of traditional music. folk songs and instrumentals they tore through their sympathetic piano and guitar arrange- They blend folk, bluegrass and old time footstomping reels and jigs while bringing a ments are a joy. Americana - expect joyful fiddle tunes, haunting note to the ballads. The highland pipes poignant songs and April’s spectacular step Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham: Saturday 21 mixed wonderfully with the other instruments dancing. March £20 Òrach (meaning ‘golden’) was the jaunty title McGoldrick, McCusker and Doyle: Thursday Emsworth Baptist Church track from their 2018 album and in contrast 20 February £20 Aly and Phil delight audiences not only Roy implored “the chorus singing capital of the Emsworth Baptist Church with their superlative mastery of fiddle and western world” to sing along to ‘The Bergen’, The highly talented trio receive global accordion, but with their hilarious banter. the wistful tale of a fisherman’s lover. acclaim. They will celebrate their friendship They are firm favourites on BBC Scotland’s A wee dram or two at the interval might have in an evening of great Celtic music including Hogmanay. loosened inhibitions and got people dancing, but the audience showed their appreciation songs from their first album together, The Comedy Wishing Tree. with tapping feet and enthusiastic applause. Full details of all Wemsfest events to March Comedy at the Club! Friday 6 March £10 The final encore was a unique musical rendition 2020 can be found on www.wemsfest.com. Blazin’ Fiddles: Thursday 5 March £20 Emsworth Sports & Social Club of Robbie Burns’ ‘Auld Lang Syne’, a fitting note Tickets and brochures from: Bookends, 9 High Emsworth Baptist Church Jeff Lane will be compering an evening of to end the evening with one of Scotland’s most Street, Emsworth or www.wegottickets.com Recently voted Scottish Folk Band of the great comedy from top comedians. successful folk groups.

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ECA Emsworth Craft Fairs Tuesday 18 February 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. £2 inc. Kitchen update Events and talks 40 exhibitors displaying locally handcrafted lunch Emsworth Horticultural Society Talks gifts, arts, jewellery, soaps, chocolates and Calling all young people: join in the 7.30 p.m. £2 pay on door (free to EHS cakes. Free entry, refreshments available. take-over of Emsworth Community members) Open from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Centre Young people from 11 to 16 years are invited Thursday 19 March 7.30 p.m. A – Z of my Sat 8 February to join in fun, games and activities. From Fuchsia year by Derek Dexter. Sat 11 April Sat 13 June circus skills to samba drums, from Nerf Gun Thursday 16 April. 7.30 p.m. Adapting a wild Sat 10 Oct Wars to dance, from football to table tennis, space to include an ornamental garden. Sat 12 Dec from make-up to hairdressing, from DJ Emsworth Museum Talks Burns Night workshop to Urban Vocal Group. The YMCA will also be talking with young people to 7.30 p.m. £3 members, £4 non-members Saturday 1 Feb 7 p.m. Haggis supper and help shape future activities in Emsworth. Wednesday 19 February Scottish dancing. £12/£15 The day is being run by the YMCA, local vol- The sinking of the The Royal George 1782: A Quiz Night unteers and ﬁnancially supported by a creative response in poetry and images by Saturday 21 March 7 p.m. £12/£15 inc. Fish grant from Friends of Emsworth Community The Community Centre has had its kitchen Denise Bennett. and Chips. Health. For more information contact: renovated. All the equipment is now be stain- Science Discovery Group Talks Please bring own drinks. Please book tables [email protected] less steel and easy to maintain and keep clean. 7.30 p.m. £3 on the door of 6 or contact ofﬁce to join a table. There are more work surfaces and plenty of Emsworth Community Association Monday 17 February Cancer Immunology – Table Tennis for young people (registered charity 269793 and 1181509) easy access storage for crockery and utensils. Topspin Table tennis youth club Prof Edd James Emsworth Community Centre Every Tuesday 6 p.m. – 7.30 p.m. North Street, Emsworth, PO10 7DD Monday 16 March Was Einstein right that he Big cheque [email protected] EmsworthCommunityCentre.org.uk was wrong – Prof Daniel Thomas The Emsworth Artists presented a cheque to Half-term youth activities 01243 373805 ECA at the Christmas Carols and Songs event www.sciencediscoverygroup.co.uk (11 -16 year olds) [email protected] held on Sat 21 December.

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Words by Lupo, with some grammatical intervention from Juliet Walker, who also took the pictures Do not be fooled by our pictures: now we are green dogs! back on for us and a short stretch heading westwards towards the sea. This po of road walking, with map was ideal territory for intrepid dogs like us. This New Year we have resolved to reduce our carbon Lu nd consultation, before di- Soon we were skittering on shiny, wet mud a pawprints - all eight of them, which will make quite ie rl verting on to a footpath at the edge of an empty field, and varying the a h across a field. Here experience by jumping into a full drainage an impact - and to become Eco Dogs. To this end, C when it is our turn to write an article, we will we met friendly ditch, before arriving at the shore. High tide! dogs with friend- This left little beach, but we scrambled down strictly stick to local walks, or ones accessible ly locals, and the sea wall anyway, paddled and played. by public transport. We are training our owners there was much From here we could have headed inland to to save Emsworth, for our horizons are limited pointing with the Nutbourne, though on such a lovely day we (particularly those of my friend Charlie, who has word ‘Pub’ men- all preferred to follow the coast to Prinsted tioned, at which village. Along the way there were many dogs short legs so cannot see over them). I pricked up my to greet, and swans to keep at a respectful This time we have chosen to tell you about Cockleberry Farm ears. I know about distance. I know about their hissy fits. a fairly long outing, covering three villages – stop in Chidham, dog-friendly pubs Already the sun was getting lower and Chidham, Prinsted, and, of course, Emsworth. and cross over to and what they it was time to make tracks for home. This We went on a beautifully crisp, sunny win- the footpath at the sometimes keep in we did via the footpath that leads from ter’s day, with not a cloud in the sky. ‘Not very top of Chichester jars behind the bar. Prinsted Lane, past the New Life Church, and ideal for photographs,’ my owner muttered,’ Harbour. We followed this We all headed with more then across to Emsworth round the Slipper but our tails were up. We started from our above the shoreline, with plenty sprightly steps in the direction Mill Pond. We were all a bit footsore now, homes, for Charlie is just past the squirrel of points of interest from the start for of The Old House at Home in Chidham though Charlie and I would not admit to trees and round the corner from me, and all of us: banks to scamper up, new scents to village, where they had thoughtfully kept a any tiredness, but secretly we were glad to walked down to Emsworth to catch the 700 investigate and a squelching cabbage field table for us. We sat underneath this – Charlie trot through our familiar territory of Brook bus. This was a bumpy start to our adventure, to explore. Oddly our owners seemed more and I, that is – hoping that the generously Meadow, and then homewards for tea. It was since we were sitting on the floor – two of us, interested in the views across to Bosham. filled sandwiches would cascade their grated a good day out; more than just a walk. Since anyway - and we were glad to get off at the When the path reached a lane, it was leads cheddar in our direction. it covered one bus, two counties and three When we could drag our owners out into villages – and, not forgetting, one pub - it was the cold again, we took the first footpath truly an expedition.

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The 2020 Emsworth Artists Trail will be held Left: Glass by Nancy Goodens; Above: Woodturning by Ken on Saturday 25/Sunday 26 April and Saturday Briffett; Right top: Barbara Jones; Right bottom: Copper 2 May/Sunday 3 May 2020. In previous years leaves by Marc Hammond it had also been held on the Bank Holiday but in 2020 the early May Bank Holiday has been The market had a wide range of paintings, outstanding successes for many years. PO10 moved to Friday 8 May which has been des- jewellery, glass, cards, wood and sculptures. arts and craft shop has also helped to put ignated VE Day. In the Spring edition of The The amazing copper work of Marc Hammond Emsworth on the arts map. It is good to see Ems there will be a double page spread on the was particularly impressive. His leaf sculp- that Emsworth artists now have a regular Arts Trail, complete with map and list of all tures are formed by hand beating a single outlets to display their works. Such initia- exhibitors. sheet of copper. The standard of all exhibi- tives can only help bring visitors to the town tors very high but prices were affordable. The who will patronise our local shops and cafes Art for Relaxation market is organised by Barbara Jones who bringing benefits to the whole community. All Arts Markets are held at Hewitts, has worked closely with Debbie Lyall of Right Dates for the Emsworth Harbour Arts 35 South Street, Emsworth from 10 A new art class is running every Tuesday to Work to make the events a big success. Market for 2020 are: a.m. – 4 p.m. For further information afternoon from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. at Emsworth Entry is free and the opening dates mainly co- • Saturday 21 March contact Barbara Jones Email: Community Centre. The class is aimed at those incide with the Saturdays when the Farmers • Saturday 16 May who would enjoy a relaxing couple of hours of [email protected] Market is held. Attendances have been good • Saturday 20 June art with other like minded people. The class is and visitors can purchase refreshments from • Saturday 18 July Facebook: www.facebook. for all abilities from Beginners upwards. Cost the café which is staffed by trainees. • Saturday 15 August com/Emsworth-Harbour-Arts- £70 for 10 weeks. For full information contact: The Emsworth Arts Trail and Emsworth • Saturday 17 October Market-470900820390817/ Jo Silcock. Tel: 07980 715710 j.silcock457@ Artists Summer exhibition have been • Saturday 21 November btinternet.com Book Reviews TOMB by Rex Garland revenge, love, bigamy, loyalty, crime and intrigue, most with AH Stockwell. 2019. Pbk. £8.95. a thought-provoking moral and some with a laugh out loud Words by Nicola Hammond moment. The final twist is revealed by the title of the last story ‘A In Tomb (Twelve Of My Best), Emsworth Baker’s Dozen’, which is in fact the thirteenth in the book. resident and nonagenarian Rex Garland brings together a collection of short sto- The book is available in Bookends, Emsworth and all roy- ries reflecting his rich life experiences alties due to the author will be donated to the Alzheimer’s and the sometimes disreputable people Society. that he has met along the way. Emsworth Sailing Club. A Centenary Rex has always been “used to swapping stories in the pub with friends”. After History by Liz Sagues Emsworth Sailing Club. 2018. 120 pp. Hbk. £20. (The book is all, he says, “isn’t it nice to get your only available from ESC or Bookends, High St, Emsworth) friends laughing!” With his mobility Words by David Harris decreasing he began to enter writing competitions “for a bit of fun” and In 2019 Emsworth Sailing Club celebrated its 100th anniver- found he enjoyed it so much that he sary. This book looks back at the history of the club by use A Centenary History is published as a limited edition seriously put pen to paper. of their extensive archives and photo collection. The book is of 500 and could well become a collectable in written by Liz Sagues who is a journalist and author whose Many of his stories are infused with humour, some years to come with pathos, and most have a twist at the end. Rex calls previous books include: Chichester Harbour, England’s the anthology “a waiting room book” as it can be picked Coastal Gem and A Celebration of English Wine. The book the beginning the club had its own sailing boats for the use up when there are a few minutes to spare and each story has been well printed by Selsey Press and the quality of the of members. has a cartoon style pen and ink illustration as an added old photos is very good. We are taken through the key events of each decade, the nu- dimension. The book begins with a short history of the building which merous improvements and enlargements to the clubhouse ‘Shame’ is a poignant story about a husband struggling began as a sea bathing establishment in 1792, hence Bath and site and the main personalities associated with the club. to cope with his wife’s dementia while ‘Please’ is a funny Road. The book is divided into chapters with one for each The book is published as a limited edition of 500 and could (and rather saucy) story of a bank manager trying to bribe decade. The club began as the initiative of some Army and well become a collectable in years to come. It would be a female customers in return for favours. There are stories of Navy officers who bought the old bath house in 1919. From good present for any club member, past or present. Page 30 www.emsworth.org.uk Winter 2020

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Arts and Crafts Groups Emsworth. Meets Friday 10 a.m. -12 noon. £4.50 per family. Contact: Hester Allen Ems Valley Community Transport: A volun- Contact Judy Williams 07906 214963. Email 07891310380 [email protected] tary body that arranges transport to hospi- Bench Theatre: Club nights first & third [email protected] tals, GP surgeries, dentists and occasionally Parents & Toddlers Group: Tuesdays, 9.30 Thursday of month at The Spring, East shopping. To volunteer as a driver; Contact: Monday Art Workshop. Meets every Monday a.m. -11.30 a.m. (term time only), New Life Street, Havant. Contact: Janice Halsey Email: 01243 371903 or email: [email protected] 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Community Centre, North Christian Church, Thorney Road, Emsworth, [email protected] Street, Emsworth. Open to all with an inter- PO10 8BN. 01243 373566 or email toddlers@ Emsworth Business Association: Contact: Bourne Quilters: 7.15 p.m. first Monday est in painting. Please bring own materials. nlccuk.org. Brendan Gibb-Gray. Email Brendan. of each month, Community Centre, North Contact: Edgar Baileff 01243 376674 [email protected] or Lulu Bowerman Peek a Boo Moves: Dance sessions for 1-3 Street. Contact: Averil Menzies 01243 (acting chair) Email lulu.bowerman@havant. Renaissance Choir: meets 7.30 pm – 9.30 pm year olds (Friday, 10.15 a.m.-11.15 a.m), 375506. gov.uk Friday at Emsworth Community Centre. See £4 drop-in, £3.50 pre-book, at Emsworth Emsworth Art Group: Meets 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. website for details: www.renaissancechoir. Community Centre, North Street. Contact: Jo Emsworth Community Association: Wednesdays, Emsworth Community Centre, org.uk Cone 07947 374222. Emsworth Community Centre, North North Street. Contact: Anne Elgood 01243 Street. Contact: 01243 373805 10 Solent Male Voice Choir. Meets every Scouts: Livingstone Cub Pack, Beaver 377228. a.m. -12 noon, Mon-Fri. Email Info@ Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. in The Pallant Centre Section, Drake Cub Pack, Explorers, Scout EmsworthCommunityCentre.org.uk Emsworth Beading Group. Meets 2 p.m. -4 (formerly St Faith’s Church Hall), Havant. Troop, all meet at the Scout Hut, Conigar p.m. 2nd Saturday of each month at Hewitts Membership open to all men over 18 years Road. Email: membership@emsworth- Emsworth Community Land Trust. Creating Centre, South Street. Email: shirley@shirley- of age. No musical ability required, just scouts.org.uk affordable homes and community spaces. mundy.co.uk or tel: 02392 825481 enthusiasm. Contact Dave McVittie dmcv@ New members and volunteers welcome. solentmalevoicechoir.org Web site: www. Churches and Religious Groups Contact: Maggie Gebbett, Secretary 01243 Emsworth Concert Band. Meets Thursday solentmalevoicechoir.org 699517 email: [email protected] 7.30 p.m. – 9.30 p.m. St James Church Hall, Baptist Church: North Street, Emsworth. www.emsworthclt.org.uk Church Path. Contact: guyandjo@btinternet. Children’s and Youth Groups Contact: 01243 375606 com Emsworth Forum: Contact: Mike Bateman, Methodist Church/Pastoral Centre: The Babies, Biscuits and Banter: Suitable for ba- email [email protected] Emsworth Flower Club: Meets 2 p.m. fourth Square, Emsworth. Contact: 01243 373773 bies and young toddlers. Tuesdays, 9.30 a.m.- Friday of month. St James’ Church Hall, Emsworth Good Neighbours: Offers help 11 a.m. in St James’ Church office. Contact: New Life Christian Church: Thorney Road, Church Path, Emsworth. Contact: Contact: with transport to hospitals, medical appoint- 01243 372428. Emsworth, PO10 8BN. Main contact: 01243 Vanessa Davies, Secretary 02392 789282. ments, shopping, befriending, collecting 373566. Meetings for Senior Citizens 2.30 Boys’ Brigade: Meets at New Life Christian prescriptions etc. Contact: 01243 430999 Emsworth Meridian Singers: Main choir p.m. - 4 p.m. first Weds of month. Contact Church, Thorney Road, Emsworth PO10 8BN. meets alternative Wednesday and Friday 7 and help with transport: 01243 371647. Emsworth Horticultural Society: Organises 6 p.m. -7.15 p.m Mondays in term time, for p.m. -9 p.m. at Emsworth Community Centre, Emsworth Show, Horticultural supplies hut boys aged 5-11 yrs. Contact: The captain 0776 St James’ Church (CofE): The Rectory, Church North Street. Contact: Louise Russell 07985 at Washington Road. Talks and coach outings. 690 0428, Church Office 01243 373566 or Path. Contact: 01243 372428 606670. Contact: Lyn Davies 01243 373810. email [email protected]. St Thomas’ Church (Roman Catholic): 24 New Emsworth Morning WI: Meets 9.45 a.m. sec- Emsworth Library, 23 High Street, Emsworth, Girls’ Brigade (1st): Tuesdays 5.45 - 7.15 p.m. Brighton Road. Contact: 02392 484520 ond Friday of month, Emsworth Community PO10 7AQ Open Mon, Wed, Sat 9.30 a.m. -1 for ages 4-10 yrs and 7.00 p.m. -8.30 p.m. Centre, North Street. Contact: Kate Randall St Thomas a Becket (CofE): Church Lane, p.m. Tues & Thurs 9.30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fri 9 a.m. for ages 10-18 yrs, Emsworth Baptist Church 01243 373637. New members welcome. Warblington. Contact: 01243 372428 -7 p.m. Tel: 0300 555 1387 Email: emsworth. Hall, North Street. Contact: Eleanor Day 0776 [email protected] www.hants.gov.uk/ Emsworth Players. New Drama group. 250 2380 Bath Waterside United Reformed Church: library Contact: Jim Strudwick 01243 272543. Email: Road, Emsworth. Contact: 01243 375557. Girls’ Brigade (3rd): Meets at New Life [email protected] Good News Cards available on from 10 a.m. Emsworth Museum: North Street. Open Christian Church, Thorney Road, Emsworth to 11.30 on 7 February and 6 March with 10.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. Saturdays/Bank Emsworth Watercolours Group: Meets 2 p.m. PO10 8BN. 6 p.m. – 7.15 p.m. Monday in term secular and religious greetings cards and holidays, 2.30 p.m. - 4.30 p.m. Sundays - 4 p.m. Mondays & Thursdays. Emsworth time, for girls aged 5-11 yrs. Contact: the Easter stationery. Spring Book Sale Friday 18 April-October, 2.30 p.m. - 4.30 p.m. Fridays in Community Centre, North Street. Contact: Captain 0790 603 4252, Church Office 01243 and Saturday 19 April 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wide August. Contact: Dorothy Bone 01243 378091 David Moignard 02392 267498. 373566 or email [email protected]. range of inexpensive books, jigsaws, stamps, Emsworth Probus Club: A group of retired Havant Light Opera: Meets 7.30 p.m. most Girl Guiding UK: Rainbows (ages 5-10 yrs), postcard and CDs. businessmen who meet at the Brookfield Mondays at The Spring Arts & Heritage Brownies (ages 7-10 yrs), Guides (ages 10-15 Westbourne Bell-Ringers, Westbourne Hotel for lunch on the last Monday of each Centre, East Street, Havant. Contact: John yrs), senior (15+). See website: www.girlguid- Church, Westbourne Road, Westbourne. month. Contact: Chairman Leo Ward 02393 Butt 02392 412262 www.havantlightopera. inghantseast.org.uk Practice Mon 7-9pm. Service ringing on 075381 or Peter Spreckley on 01243 co.uk Melana: Dance classes for young people up to Sundays. Contact Tower Captain Peter 371390. Annual subscription is £15.00. Lunch Hole in the Wall Group – Emsworth’s 20 years, pre-school ‘music and movement’ Wilkinson, Email: [email protected] costs £17. Community pottery: Located behind classes and adult tap dancing at Emsworth or Jason Crouch 07802 474899 Emsworth Residents’ Association: Publisher Emsworth Community Centre. Contact Clive Community Centre, North Street. Contact: of The Ems. Contact: Theo Schofield, Yeomans 01243 375860 Louisa Chandler 07717 327200. Community Organisations Chairman. Email: theoschofi[email protected] Institches. Emsworth’s first Stitch ‘n’ Mumbaba: Music classes for babies and Community First: Services such as Call & Emsworth-St Aubin Twinning Association: Bitch group. Knit, Crochet, Stitch. Drop in, toddlers 10 a.m. on Wednesdays (during Go bookable buses, older people’s activities Contact John Auric 01243 379018 or Judi it’s free. We are about laughter, fun and term time) Emsworth Sports and Social and mobility scooter hire. Contact 0300 500 Milburn 02392 471645 friendship. Venue: Hewitts, South Street, Club. 43 Havant Road, Emsworth. Admission 8085, admin@cfirst.org.uk. Winter 2020 The Ems – Newspaper of the Emsworth Residents’ Association Page 31 Community Contacts

Friends of Emsworth Community Health: Drop in meditation: Friday 6.15 .pm. Open to North Emsworth. Contact: hfmfriends@ West Sussex County Council (formerly Friends of Emsworth Hospital): all, led by Dinah who has been meditating gmail.com Bourne division Supports organisations providing health-re- and teaching for over 25 years. Free com- Friends of Hollybank Woods: Contact: lated facilities in Emsworth. Contact: Irene munity event. The Hayloft, Palmers Road, Mike Magill (Conservative) (2019-2021) Andrew Brook 01243 430493 Craig 01243 378635 Email: irenecraig71@ Emsworth (behind Café Mocha) Emsworth. Waterways, Westbourne Road, Westbourne, gmail.com Contact: Dinah 02392413499 Dinah.lawson@ Friends of Nore Barn Woods: Work sessions: PO10 8UL Tel: 07920 573915 Email: mike. btinternet.com 9.30 a.m. -12 noon, 2nd Sat of each month. [email protected] Hampshire Constabulary Beat Services: Tools, coffee and biscuits provided but bring Surgery first Wednesday of each month, Emsworth Keep Fit 1: shape up with Sally, Members of Parliament gloves. Meet at shore end of Warblington Pastoral Centre, St Peters Square. Tel: Thursday 10 a.m.-11 a.m. (Term Time) / Road. Contact: Roy Ewing 01243 370705. Havant (including Emsworth) 101(non-emergency calls) Emsworth Keep Fit 2 shape up with Sally, Thursday 11.30 a.m. -12.30 p.m. (Term Time) Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust: Alan Mak, (Conservative) Building 6000, Havant Friends of the Earth: Contact: Patricia £5. Emsworth Community Centre, North Holds monthly talks September - March, Langstone Technology Park, Langstone Road, Williamson 01243 378560. Street. Contact: 01962 857099 www.bren- plus weekly wildlife walks and nature notes. Havant PO9 1SA Tel: 023 9241 5620 Email: Havant Rotary Club: Meets every Monday doncare.org.uk/clubs www.hiwwt.org.uk [email protected] at 6 p.m. at Bear Hotel, East Street, Havant. Emsworth Kurling Club: Monday 2 p.m. -4 Slipper Mill Pond Preservation Association: Chichester (including Southbourne and Contact: Ian Swinton 01243 251776 p.m. £3. Emsworth Community Association Protects and conserves the wildlife and Westbourne) Hewitt’s, 35 South Street, Emsworth. Centre, North Street. Contact: 01962 857099 natural environment of Slipper Pond for the Gillian Keegan (Conservative) St John’s Community café and hall for hire. Tel: 01243 www.brendoncare.org.uk/clubs. benefit and quiet enjoyment of the public. House, St John’s Street, Chichester, PO19 213600. Contact: Chairman, Nick Madina 01243 Emsworth Stroke Club: Meets 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. 1UU. Email: [email protected] 377749 Email: [email protected] Mothers’ Union: Contact: Margaret Cornick most Thursdays in Emsworth Centre, South Street. Contact: Mrs G Knight 02392 473091. (secretary) 01243 378044. Political Representation Sports and Social Clubs Royal National Lifeboat Institution, Emsworth Surgery: 6 North Street. Contact: Circle Dancing: Second Sunday of month, Councillors Emsworth Branch: Contact: Liz Spencer, 0785 01243 378812. 2.30 p.m. - 4.30 p.m. Westbourne Parish Hall, 2108356 Email: [email protected] Havant Borough Council (three Emsworth Westbourne Road, Westbourne. Contact: Green Wellbeing holistic services: Friday Ward Councillors) Jane Richards 01243 378531. St John Ambulance: Fraser Road, Havant. Wellbeing Morning 9.45 a.m.-12.30 p.m. Email: [email protected] term time only. Free event open to all, guest Lulu Bowerman, (Conservative) (2016 - Coal Exchange Football Club. Team plays speakers in the health and wellbeing field 2020)101 Havant Road, Emsworth PO10 7LF. in the West Sussex League on Saturday SYRCH/Southleigh Community Hall, Lutman each week plus healing, drinks and snacks. Tel: 07874 885366 Email: lulu.bowerman@ afternoons. Contact: James Laycock 0781 855 Street: Contact: Steve Baldwin 07795 The Hayloft, Palmers Road, Emsworth havant.gov.uk 1216. 321689. (behind Cafe Mocha) Contact: Gemma 07527 Julie Thain-Smith, (Conservative) (2019 – Dance/Social Group: 8 p.m. -10 p.m. Emsworth Trefoil Guild. Social group for all 689032 [email protected]. 2023) c/o Havant Borough Council, Public Wednesdays, St James’ Parish Hall, Church ex guiders or girl guides. Meets at Methodist www.green-wellbeing.co.uk Service Plaza, Civic Centre Road, Havant, Path. £5 per couple including tea. Contact: International Hall, The Square, Emsworth on Silver Linings: Meets Wednesday 10.30 PO9 2AX Tel: 07895 940329. Email: Julie. Brenda Payne 01243 378743. the first Monday of each month from 2 p.m. a.m. – 2.30 p.m. Hewitt’s, 35 South Street, [email protected] to 4 p.m. New members welcome. Contact: Emsworth. Activities for older people includ- Emsworth Bowling Club: Plays April to Marion Lea. 01243 376886 marionlea7@ , (Conservative) (2018 – ing board games, excursions, theatre trips, Richard Kennett September plus bridge/cribbage October hotmail.com 2022) 53 Skylark Avenue, Emsworth PO10 etc. £15 inc. lunch. Transport to and from the to March and other social events. Contact: 7GB Tel. 07780 236443 Email: richard.ken- Martin Roberts 02392 412759 University of the Third Age, Emsworth U3A. centre can be arranged for £5. Contact: Liz [email protected] Over 30 subject groups that meet monthly. Porter or Sue Kell 01243 213600. Emsworth Bridge Club: Meets 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. See website for details. www.emsworthu3a. Regular HBC local Councillor surgeries take Southbourne Surgery: 337 Main Road, every Tuesday evening, Emsworth Sports org.uk. General meeting at St James Church place at International House, Methodist Southbourne. Contact: 01243 388740. & Social Club, 43 Havant Road, Emsworth. Hall, Church Path. 1020 a.m. third Friday Church, The Square. The Emsworth Contact: 01243 376037. of month, except August and December. Walking to Health in Emsworth: Free, safe, Councillors are available to talk to residents Emsworth Chess Club: Contact: Kier Eyles Contact: Gill Polgreen Tel. 01243 389983 short walks, Meets every Wednesdays at about local issues. To make an appointment 023 9248 4778 or email: mail@ emsworth- email: [email protected] 10 a.m. at SYRCH Centre, Lutman Street, contact [email protected] Emsworth. Contact: Pauline Bond 01243 chessclub.co.uk. Meets Thursdays, 7.30 p.m. University of the Third Age, Ems Valley U3A. Dates confirmed for 2020 are: 376302 or Robert Self 02392 484412. Emsworth Sports & Social Club, 43 Havant Over 40 subject groups that meet monthly. Friday 31 January, 3 p.m.- 4.30 p.m. Road, Emsworth. See website for details: http://www.emsval- Friday 28 February, 3 p.m.-.4.30 p.m. Nature Conservation Emsworth Cricket Club: See website for de- leyu3a.org.uk/index.html. General meeting Friday 27 March, 3 p.m. - 4.30 p.m. tails. http://emsworth.play-cricket.com at St James Church Hall, Church Path. 2 p.m. Brook Meadow Conservation Group: Hampshire County Council 4th Thursday of month, except August and Workdays on first Sunday and third Thursday Emsworth & Havant Homing Society: December. Contact: Richard Galloway 01243 of every month, 10 a.m.-12 noon. Meet at Emsworth & St Faiths division Contact: 01243 431320 377009 Seagull Lane entrance by the Tool Store/HQ. (Conservative) (2017 – 2021) 22 Tools and gloves supplied, and refreshments. Ray Bolton Emsworth Rambling Club. Friendly walking WemsFest. World music and comedy at local Wade Court Road, Havant, PO9 2SU. Tel: 023 Contact: [email protected] group, meets weekly on Thursday mornings venues. Contact: Mark Millington-Ringwood, 9247 9682. Email: [email protected] (short walks 4-5 miles) and Sundays (longer Artistic Director 01243 370501 or 07802 Emsworth Tree Wardens: Taking care of trees walks 7-8 miles or more). Some social events. Chichester District Council 500050 www.wemsfest.com in Emsworth and surrounding area. Various For further information contact: hiltim@btin- ongoing tree-related projects. Contact: Westbourne Ward (1 seat) ternet.com or heatheragale@mypostoffice. Health Organisations Yvonne Copeland 01243 389877. co.uk Roy Briscoe (Conservative) (2019 -2023) Alzheimer’s Society Memory Café: Support Friends of Emsworth Memorial Garden. Bumblebee Cottage, Duffield Lane, Emsworth Sailing Club: 55 Bath Road, group for carers of people with dementia. Helping to maintain the garden on the south- Woodmancote, Westbourne PO10 8PZ Tel: Emsworth. Contact: 01243 372850. Meets 10 a.m. -12 noon, fourth Tuesday of east corner of Horndean Road Recreation 01243 696376 email: rbriscoe@chichester. Emsworth Slipper Sailing Club: Quay Mill, month (except December), Masonic Hall, Ground. Meet at 10 a.m. on second Monday gov.uk The Quay, South Street, Emsworth. Contact: Waterloo Road, Havant. Contact: 02392 of each month, Contact: 01243 371486. Southbourne Ward (2 seats) 01243 372523. 892035 Friends of Emsworth Waysides: A conser- Jonathan Brown (Liberal Democrat) Emsworth Slipper Sailing Club Radio Sailors: ArthritisFirst. Exercise Classes for anyone vation group set up to monitor and survey (2019 – 2023) 21 Stein Road, Southbourne, Meets Thursdays 10 a.m. -12 noon (all year) with mobility problems. Run by a Chartered waysides and verges in Emsworth, in order Emsworth PO10 8LB Mobile: 07890 595450 and Sundays 10 a.m. -12 noon (winter only) Physiotherapist with 30 years’ experience. to foster biodiversity and create a network of Email: [email protected] Contact: John Galyer 07971 827995 or 02392 All ages and abilities welcome. Classes at the wildlife corridors. Contact: Jane Brook 01243 355745. Community Centre, Emsworth: Mondays 3 430493 Tracie Bangert (Liberal Democrat) (2019 p.m. – 4 p.m. Tuesdays 9.50 a.m. – 10.50 a.m. -2023) 209 Main Road, Southbourne, Contact the Friends of Hampshire Farm Meadows: A Emsworth Sports & Social Club: and 11 a.m. – 12 noon. Classes also in Havant conservation group holding monthly work Emsworth PO10 8EZ Tel: 01243 375782 Steward 01243 376037. Located at 43 Havant and Chichester. Contact Juliette 07974 parties all year round at Hampshire Farm email: [email protected] Road, Emsworth. 238787/02392 413885. www.arthritisfirst.co.uk Meadows, a 42 acre area of open space in Page 32 www.emsworth.org.uk Winter 2020 Emsworth People Ben Laycock of Emsworth Delicatessen

Words and pictures by David Harris

Name: Ben Laycock What do you like about running your own business? I like Future plans. I the freedom to make my own decisions. wish to expand Position: Owner/Manager of Emsworth Delicatessen the wholesale How many staff do you employ? Emsworth Deli has eight What do you offer? Emsworth Deli has three main services. services to local employees. Firstly, we are a speciality food and drink retailer offering restaurants and over 60 cheeses, cured meats, olives and grocery. Secondly, What are your most popular products? The cheeses sell to grow the we are a 16 cover coffee shop offering a range of hot and very well. outside catering cold drinks, rolls and light meals. Thirdly, we are an outside business. We Any spare time activities? I spend his spare time with my caterer offering sandwiches and buffet services to individu- have a warehouse in Westbourne which I hope to develop family and enjoy playing golf and watching sports. als and businesses within a 10 mile radius. into a food preparation facility. We have catered for outside Any links with the local community? I am a member of the events for up to 300 people and see the potential for What were your previous jobs? I served in the Royal Baptist Church. Emsworth Deli supplied the cheeses to the growth in this market. I am very happy with my premises in Marines for six years and had a variety of other jobs includ- Wine and Cheese tasting fund raising event held in aid of Emsworth which have comparatively low overheads. I have ing working for Waitrose. the Children’s Society (see p12) looked at opening another branch in nearby towns but the Why did you choose to run Emsworth Deli? When I left overheads were too high. Business Awards? I have not entered for any awards yet. the Forces I wanted to run my own business and bought Emsworth Deli as a going concern. I grew up in Emsworth Emsworth Deli is open from 8 a.m – 4.30 p.m. and wanted to remain in the area. Monday – Saturday. Emsworth Deli, 2 West Street, Emsworth. Tel 01243 389181. Email [email protected]. www.emsworthdeli.co.uk

NEWS FROM OUR MP Delighted by approval for new Emsworth Surgery

I hope that The Ems readers had a peaceful Christmas and After knocking on thousands of doors and speaking to res- a Happy New Year. I’m delighted to be back writing in these idents from the across the constituency, the overwhelming pages as your local MP. message I received was to Get Brexit Done. So, as we return Just before Christmas we had the brilliant news that the to Parliament, that’s the mandate I’ll be carrying out to ensure NHS has given the final green light for construction to be- that we leave the European Union by 31 January. gin on the new Emsworth Surgery at the Victoria Cottage Locally, I have heard from residents about the popularity Hospital (EVCH). It is an issue I’ve been working on since I of the events and campaigns that I run during the year. These was first elected as Emsworth’s MP in 2015, holding various include the Small Business and Community Awards; Jobs, meetings and discussions with community groups, doctors Apprenticeships and Careers Fair; Community Groups Fair; and the NHS. Free Flags for residents; and MP School Merit Awards. All 18 months ago we had the news that the NHS planned to of these will continue, and I hope grow with the support of sell the EVCH site, depriving Emsworth of a valuable commu- residents. nity asset, when the future of the Surgery was still uncertain. Nominations are still open for my Small Business and I stepped in to stop that sale, appealing to the NHS that the Community Awards, which had to be delayed because of the site could not be sold and that they should instead make one General Election. Visit AlanMak.org.uk/Nominate for more final push for the EVCH to be made the site of the new surgery. information and to nominate online. With community backing, I brought together key NHS and I’ll also be hosting my Jobs, Apprenticeships and Careers community stakeholders to make one final (and successful) Fair for the 5th time, taking place at Havant Leisure Centre attempt to finalise an action plan that everyone could agree on Friday 13 March 2020. Each year this regularly attracts on – this became the blueprint for delivering the new Surgery. more than 1,000 residents with around 75 businesses show- It meant that the £4 million I helped to secure from the NHS casing the best employment that our area has to offer. The to finance the project was not lost and Emsworth will have a event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and no registration surgery that will benefit its residents for years to come. It was also an honour to be re-elected as your local MP at is needed. Thank you to all the residents and community groups that the General Election, with the highest majority and share of Visit alanmak.org.uk/JobsFair2020 for more information. supported the campaign, and has helped deliver this project. the vote in our constituency’s history. Thank you to everyone I look forward to seeing construction take place during 2020 from across Emsworth who placed their faith in me to contin- Alan Mak MP, for a planned opening next year. ue working hard for our constituency. Member of Parliament for Havant