Storrington Squash Club

Tuesday 7th February
SSC was established in 1981 and is in an idyllic setting at the foot of the South Downs next to the tennis club in Greyfriars Lane Storrington. It is a friendly and vibrant club offering three championship courts and catering for all age groups and abilities. Coaching is also available. There is a licensed bar which also offers excellent food, bar snacks, teas, coffees and soft drinks. Open from 9.30am every day until late evening. Please call the membership secretary on (01903) 745134 for more details.

Rotary Club of Storrington

Tuesday 7th February
The Rotary Club of Storrington meets at West Chiltington Golf Club on Mondays – 7pm for 7.30pm.

For more information and membership details contact Club Secretary David Lowe, on 01403 784653.

Pulborough Computer Club

Tuesday 7th February
Tuesday 17th January 2012 from 7.30pm at Pulborough Village Hall.

Free photo editing software - with a brief look at Picasa Web Albums by Lesley Cutting.

After the presentation there is a break for refreshments and socialising, followed by a “Question and answer session” on your general computer problems.

£1 per meeting including refreshments. New Members welcome ranging from the terrified newcomer to the experienced user.

Come along to sample one session, before you decide to join at £5 per year.
For further information log on to www.pcclub.org.uk

Storrington & Sullington Community Partnership (SSCP)

Tuesday 7th February
We would be pleased to hear from anyone interested to join in with any of our current projects concerning the community. If you would like to contribute in any way to the work that is being undertaken contact us on 01903 270437. sscpstorrington@gmail.co.uk for more information.

SSCP based at 24-26 West Street, is a membership organisation of people working together to help improve and sustain the village and surrounding area for the benefit of local people.

Community Enquiry Desk
Mondays 1.30 – 4.00 pm at 24-26 West Street, run by Storrington & Sullington Community Partnership (SSCP) for information on the wide range of care and support services available in the area and for local transport information.
SSCP is a membership organisation of people working together to help improve and sustain Storrington and Sullington for the benefit of local people. Contact 01903 270437 or email sscpstorrington@gmail.co.uk

Storrington and District Museum

Tuesday 7th February
Storrington and District Museum
Monday January 9th 7pm for 7.30pm.
Talk - Richard III: Murderer or martyr? Mark Perry-Nash

Saturday 14th January
"We will remember them" Opening day of the new exhibition on the world wars.

The museum is open 10am-4pm Wednesday, Saturdays and Sundays
If you want any more information please contact us at any of the following:-
Tel: 01903 740188
email info@storringtonmuseum.org
www.storringtonmuseum.or

Storrington Adult & Community Learning Service

Wednesday 8th February
Learn in the Storrington Area - April 2011

West Sussex Adult and Community Learning Service is pleased to offer a variety of adult education courses for the local community in and around Storrington.
Concessions are available for over 65’s or if you are receiving certain benefits

Courses for the summer term starting on:

Tuesday 26 April 2011

Drawing for Beginners
Drawing Intermediate
T’ai Chi – Beginners/Improvers
T’ai Chi – Advanced
Guitar Beginners (new course)
Guitar Improvers
Fitness – Pilates Style Exercise
Fitness – Work Out and Body Tone
Fitness – The Articulate Body
Yoga For All
Golf in One Day
French Level 1 Stage 2 continuation
French Level 3 Stage 1 continuation
ESOL – Mixed Levels
Gardening Tips and Techniques (new course)
Watercolour Painting For All

For further information, advice or to enrol please contact us on:
08456010161 or 01903 744129 or visit our website:
www.westsussex.gov.uk/adulteducation

Open Learning Centre, Lodge Hill

Wednesday 8th February
Starting Tuesday 1st June 2010, 10.30am to 2.30pm, for three weeks - Open Learning Centre, Lodge Hill

Developing Your Digital Photographs - Stage 1
Demonstrations, discussion and practical work using PCs and Adobe Elements 6 software.

A friendly beginner's class with plenty of opportunities to ask questions.
£50 non-members and £45 for members of the Open Learning Centre.
If you miss this one, don't worry - a repeat course will be run in the autumn.

For further information, and to book a place, please contact: Carol Holly on 01798 831411 (Monday to Thursday, 2-5pm) or email openlearning@lodgehill.org.uk

Lodge Hill Registered Charity - 1071041

Mucky Pups

Wednesday 8th February
Where kids have messy fun and we clean up! The original art and craft club for children and their carers. West Chiltington - St Marys Church Hall Tuesdays 10.00-11.00am. Please book in advance. Contact Fiona for more info on 01903 746860 or 07725 409314. www.mucky-pups.com

Storrington Duplicate Bridge Club

Wednesday 8th February
Tuesdays at Storrington Club from 7.15pm

Sounds Fun Thursdays

Wednesday 8th February
A music group for babies and their carers. All babies from 0-2.5 years welcome. Storrington village hall. Wednesdays and Thursdays, Babies and Carers - 0-3 years. 9.30 - 10.30am and 10.30 - 11.30am. No advance booking. £5.
Tuesdays Independent Sounds Funners. 2.5-4.5 years. 2.45 - 3.30pm. Please book in advance. £5.

1st Storrington Company

Wednesday 8th February
The Boys Brigade and Girls Association for 5 -16+ years meet Wednesdays at 6.45 - 8.15pm at Trinity Methodist Church Hall Thakeham Road.

Sounds Fun

Thursday 9th February
A music group for babies and their carers. All babies from 0-2.5 years welcome. Storrington village hall. Wednesdays and Thursdays, Babies and Carers - 0-3 years: 9.30 - 10.30am and 10.30 - 11.30am. No advance booking. £5.

Tuesdays Independent Sounds Funners: 2.5-4.5 years. 2.45 - 3.30pm. Please book in advance. £5.

Storrington Chapel Toddler Group

Thursday 9th February
A drop-in toddler group for your pre-schools which takes place in Storrington Chapel every Wednesday from 9.30am – midday.

Millennium Bridge Club

Thursday 9th February
Wednesdays at Storrington Village Hall 1.30pm-4.30pm.

Storrington Circle Dance Group

Thursday 9th February
Every Thursday at Storrington and Sullington Parish Hall, Thakeham Road, Storrington, from 2.15 - 4.15 p.m.

Newcomers always welcome. £5 per person. For more information call Sue Kewley on 01903 744929.

Rural Computer Centre

Thursday 9th February
The Rural Computer Centre – Lodge Hill Centre, London Road, Watersfield, Pulborough West Sussex RH20 1LZ

The benefits of the RCC is that even if you do not own a computer the centre offers you access to surf or type a letter for just your annual membership. Come and join is today. Booking is essential.

For further information, and to book a place, please contact: Carol Holly on 01798 831411 (Monday to Thursday, 2-5pm) or email:openlearning@lodgehill.org.uk

"Developing Your Digital Photographs With Adobe Photoshop Elements" - Stage 1.
The Rural Computer Centre, Lodge Hill, near Pulborough.
Learn how to straighten horizons; correct tonal balance and colour; crop; use some of the selection tools; clone; remove 'red-eye'; and sharpen an image - amongst other things! This is a friendly beginner's course (four Thursday sessions) 10.30am to 1.30pm from 12th January to 2nd February 2012. £58 for non-members and £52.50 for members of the Rural Computer Centre.
For further information, and to book a place, please contact: Carol Holly on 01798 831411 (Monday to Thursday, 2-5pm) or email: openlearning@lodgehill.org.uk

Monday 23rd January 2012, 10.30am-1.30pm - Rural Computer Centre, Lodge Hill, near Pulborough.
Exploring Your Digital Camera - Demonstrations and questions and answer sessions for anyone new to digital photography who would like advice on setting up their camera (or purchasing one!). Information about pixels, resolutions, quality settings and some of the features to be found on digital cameras.
£18.75 for non-members, £17 for members of the Rural Computer Centre.
For further information, and to book a place, please contact: Carol Holly on 01798 831411 (Monday to Thursday, 2-5pm) or email: openlearning@lodgehill.org.uk

Monday 30th January 2012, 10.30am-2.00pm - Rural Computer Centre, Lodge Hill, near Pulborough.
Introduction to Downloading and Printing - Demonstrations and question and answer sessions to help you get more from your digital photography. You'll be shown how to download your photo files; store and rename them; make prints; email and copy them to CDs.
£18.75 for non-members, £17 for members of the Rural Computer Centre.
For further information, and to book a place, please contact: Carol Holly on 01798 831411 (Monday to Thursday, 2-5pm) or email: openlearning@lodgehill.org.uk

Open Day at the Rural Computer Centre, Lodge Hill, near Pulborough.
Saturday 28th January 2012 from 10.00am to 2.00pm.
Information on our courses for Spring 2012 - digital photography, IT, rural crafts and languages. Come and meet the tutors. Free coffee and cake.

Priory Art Group

Friday 10th February
Thursdays at The Priory, Monastery Lane, Storrington between 9.30am and 12 noon. Attendees paint in all mediums, on subjects of their choosing, under the guidance of local qualified art teacher Pierre d’Angelo. All abilities welcome. For further information please contact Jan Maunder on (01903) 742237.

Thursday 11 November - Saturday 13 November. Exhibition and Sale of Paintings at White Horse Hotel, 2 The Square, Storrington - supporting Alexandra Bastedo Animal Sanctuary. Thursday preview evening by invitation only. Open to public - Friday 11am-3pm and 5pm-7.30 pm; Saturday 11am-3pm.

Junior Badminton

Friday 10th February
Every Thursday from 4pm – 4.55pm at Chanctonbury Leisure Centre. £3 members / £4.20 non-members. For details call the Leisure Centre on (01903) 746070.

Storrington and District Round Table

Friday 10th February
Storrington and District Round Table meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at The Crown Inn, Cootham from 7.45pm for 8.15. For more details please visit www.storringtonroundtable.org.uk

Latin American Dance

Friday 10th February
Thursdays from 8.30pm – 9.30pm at Chanctonbury Leisure Centre. All abilities welcome. £4.30 members / £5.80 non-members. Call centre for more information on (01903) 746070.

Storrington Slammers

Saturday 11th February
Local basketball training for the under 18s Storrington Slammers team. Anyone keen on basketball and between the ages of 15-18 welcome. The sessions take place every Friday at Chanctonbury Leisure Centre from 6.30pm. First session free. For more info please call Richard on 07974 237069.

Storrington Sports and Social Club

Saturday 11th February
28 West Street, Storrington.
Regular events and entertainment including Friday night’s quiz night.

Storytime at Vintage Rose

Saturday 11th February
Saturdays: Vintage Rose Café & Bookshop
11am & 2pm – Storytime at Storrington’s delightful children’s bookshop Vintage Rose. One School Hill, Storrington, RH20 4NA. Tel: (01903) 744100

Thesbies

Saturday 11th February
Dance & Theatre arts class for 5 to 11 year olds. Held every Saturday from 10am to 11.30am at the Cootham Village Hall. Call Rozalind on (01903) 746993 for more information. Booking essential.

Storrington Baby and Toddler Group

Saturday 11th February
A drop-in baby and toddler group which takes place in the Trinity Centre, Thakeham Road, Storrington on Tuesday & Thursday, 10am-12pm, even through school holidays!

Cost £2 per family. For further info please call Kirsten on 01903 742790.

Chanctonbury Chorus - Come and Sing!

Saturday 11th February
The Chanctonbury Chorus is a well established group of about 50 singers who enjoy getting together weekly in Steyning to rehearse a big choral masterpiece. We then give a public performance 2 or 3 times a year. The great thing is that to sing with the Chorus, you do not need current musical experience as there is no audition and members are coached as we go along. Nevertheless, the results are superb and a great part of Sussex musical life. Have a look at our website www.chanctonburychorus.org for more about the Chorus.

Singing in a choir gives you a real buzz so why not come along for a taster session? You might have sung at school but been away from singing for years; you might just have always wanted to try it; so, whether you are experienced or not, come and give it a go!

Chanctonbury Chorus will be giving a performance of Haydn's Creation on Saturday 4th February 2012 at 7.30pm at St Andrew's and St Cuthman's Church, Steyning.

Admission by programme £12 available from The Bookshop, High Street, Steyning. Design, Copy, Print, Henfield. The Card Centre, Storrington. Choir members or contact 01903 815467.

There is no commitment so you have nothing to lose and much to enjoy - come and try! Ring Martin on 01903 260770 or Simon on 01903 745647 for more details.

Alternatively visitwww.chanctonburychorus.org or www.shoreham-oratorio-choir.co.uk

Sandgate Singers

Sunday 12th February
Sandgate Singers perform both sacred and secular music and have several concerts throughout the year at local venues.

The choir was formed in 1987 when the local Community Choir joined forces with the Thakeham Singers. Since that time the choir has gained in membership and musical stature and is now enjoying the leadership of an enthusiastic Musical Director Marc Yarrow and our talented Accompanist Jeremy Weaver.

If you are interested in joining Sandgate Singers then do come along to Sullington Village Hall any Monday at 7.15pm or contact Noreen Gazey (01903 743345). Our web address is www.sandgatesingers.org.uk

Chanctonbury Lions Club

Monday 13th February
Chanctonbury Lions Club meets at the The Ashington Club, Red Lion Lane, Ashington on the 2nd Thursday of each Month at 8pm. For more information and membership details please contact Malcolm Biggs on 01903 743847.

The Mary How Trust for Cancer Prevention - Bingo Evening

Monday 13th February
Thursday December 8th and on the 2nd Thursday of every month.

Only 50p entry.
Great prizes; raffle & refreshments - and fun for everyone!
Doors open 7pm. Play starts at 7.30pm
Storrington Village Hall, 59 West Street, Storrington, West Sussex, RH20 4DZ.
Bingo page: www.maryhowtrust.org Click on ‘News & Events’.

Bingo evening in aid of the Mary How Trust for Cancer Prevention

Monday 13th February
Thursday 13th October and on the 2nd Thursday of every month.
Only 50p entry.
Great prizes; raffle & refreshments - and fun for everyone!
Doors open 7pm. Play starts at 7.30pm
Storrington Village Hall, 59 West Street, Storrington, West Sussex, RH20 4DZ.
Bingo page: www.maryhowtrust.org Click on ‘News & Events’.

Storrington Film Nights

Monday 13th February
Storrington Film Nights
A programme of films for Storrington promoted and organised by The Rotary Club of Storrington.

The next film, Wed 11th Jan 2012 - “The Way”, Starring Emilio Esteves, Martin Sheen, and James Nesbitt.

The following films are:-
Wed 8th Feb - “ Senna”
Wed 14th March - “Jane Eyre”

Each performance will commence at 7.30pm, and will have an interval when refreshments will be available.

Tickets are £5, and will be available prior to each performance from ‘The Card Centre’ in Storrington.
Any unsold tickets will be available for purchase on the Door, Sullington Parish Hall, on the night.

For further information please contact Ken Collins on 01903 740745, or Malcolm Bennett on 01798 812407.

Storrington Flower Club

Monday 13th February
Meetings 4th Wednesday of month (except August and December). Sullington Parish Hall 2 for 2.30pm. Demonstrations and monthly competitions, garden visits, occasional outings, and open evenings. Affiliated to NAFAS Visitors and new members welcome at our friendly and progressive club.
Contact chairman: Wendy Cliffe 01903 744467

Next Meeting is 25th January 2012.
Demonstrator – Pat McDonald
Competition - Simplicity

Carers Drop In

Monday 13th February
A carer is anyone who supports (unpaid) someone who is ill, disabled or frail.

24-26 West Street, Storrington (Little Footsteps building).

For more information telephone: Carers Support Service on 01903 536378.

Steyning and District Flower Club

Monday 13th February
Steyning Centre monthly - 4th Wednesday - 7.30pm
New members welcome visitors- £4.
For more information please contact 01903 812007

Pulborough Brooks Nature Reserve

Monday 13th February
For more information about the reserve and the events taking place there go along to Pulborough Brooks nature reserve, Wiggonholt, Pulborough, West Sussex. T: 01798 875851 – W: www.rspb.org.uk - E: pulborough.brooks@rspb.org.uk

2nd Storrington Guides

Monday 13th February
Ravenscroft Guide & Community Centre, Browns Lane.

For more details please contact Mrs Lesley Fielding on 01903 746731 or see the website at www.storringtonguides.org.uk

Tai Chi

Monday 13th February
Mondays at the Trinity Methodist Hall, Storrington
Beginners/Improvers – 9.30am – 11am. Advanced – 11.15am – 12.30pm
For more information please call (01903) 744129.

Sullington Monday Club for the over 60s

Monday 13th February
Mondays from 2-4pm at Trinity Centre, Thakeham Road, Storrington.

Come for an afternoon of fun, meet new friends, enjoy a cup of tea and a chat. Minibus transport available.

For further information contact Chris or Margaret Hawes on 01798 813059.

Horsham District Council Health Walks

Monday 13th February
All welcome to guided, free, sociable, HDC walks led by trained volunteers; no need to book, just turn-up at the start point (if you are new to our scheme please arrive 15 minutes before the start time for registration). Programme booklet containing over 200 walks is available by contacting the Walks Co-ordinator on 01403 215269 or online at www.horshamhealthwalks.co.uk. Beginners are recommended to contact the Walk Leader to discuss suitability. Forthcoming walks in the Storrington Parish and neighbouring areas are as follows:-

(2040) Saturday 7th January, 2:00pm: Thakeham, 3 mile circular walk, few stiles, around this lovely village and across farmland towards Goose Green. Meet at Thakeham Church car park (TQ 110173). Dogs allowed on a lead. 1½ hours. Leader Mick D 01903 745971

(3010) Sunday 8th January, 10:00am: Lee farm, 4 ½ mile circular walk into the heart of the rolling downs up above Storrington. Meet at Kithurst Hill car park (off the Amberley to Storrington road, TQ 070125). Dogs allowed on a lead. 2 hours. Leader Mick D 01903 745971

(2102) Monday 9th January, 10:00am: Pulborough Brooks, meet at the RSPB Reserve, Wiggonholt, Pulborough on A283. An interesting and varied 5 mile walk, mostly flat with some stiles, through woodland, fields and paths and part of the Bird Reserve. Leader Irene 01403 783637

(3089) Saturday 14th January, 2:00pm: Cissbury Ring This 5 mile circular walk explores the area around the National Trusts Cissbury Ring property a huge hill fort on the South Downs. In the Neolithic, the hill which the hill fort surrounds was the most important flint mining area in Sussex. In the Iron-Age, the biggest hill fort in Sussex was constructed which was reinforced at the end of the Roman occupation to defend against invading Saxons. Meet at Storrington Rise Car Park Findon Valley. Leader Mick D 01903 745971

(3018) Sunday 15th January, 10:00am: Hurston Place. 4¾ mile, easy going, circular walk towards West Chiltington Common and through WS Golf Course. Start at Glebe Surgery car park, Monastery Lane, Storrington (TQ 084144). Dogs allowed on a lead. Leader Mick D 01903 745971

(3003) Saturday 21st January, 8:30am: Washington Common and the Downs, 6 ½ mile circular walk, some hills, through the National Trust property at Warren Hill in Washington Common on to downland, past Windlesham School and Highden. Meet at Georges Lane National Trust car park. Dogs allowed on a lead 2 ¾ hours. Leader Mick D 01903 745971

(2047) Saturday 21st January, 2:00pm: Cootham, 4 mile circular fairly flat walk (2 stiles)) through Glebe Meadow, Kithurst Park and across Parham Glider Field. Meet at Glebe Surgery car park, Monastery Lane, Storrington (TQ 084144). ! ¾ hours. Dogs allowed on a lead. Leader Mick D 01903 745971
(2082) Thursday 26th January, 10:00 am: Various 4 to 5 mile circular walks, some stiles and moderate slopes, incorporating windmills, vineyards, llamas and good views of the South Downs. Meet at the West Chiltington Village Hall car park, Mill Road (RH20 2PZ, TQ 083179). No dogs. 2 hours. Leader Sue C 01403 255710

(2039) Saturday 28th January 2:00pm: Parham Glider Field, 3.6 mile circular walk, two stiles, through quiet lanes to Cootham via Glebe Meadow and Kithurst Park then back across Parham Glider Field. Meet in Glebe Surgery car park, Monastery Lane, Storrington (TQ 084144). Dogs allowed on a lead. 1¾ hours. Leader Mick D 01903 745971

(3024) Sunday 29th January, 10:00am: Warminghurst Church, 4 ¾ mile scenic, mostly flat, circular walk from Warren Hill to Warminghurst Church and back via Strawberry Lane and Little Thakeham. See where William Penn used to live. Meet at Georges Lane National Trust car park (first left after Clayton Kennels 1¼ miles east from Storrington on the A283 then ¼ mile along on the right). Dogs allowed on a lead 1 ¾ hours. Leader Mick D 01903 745971