WCA NEWSLETTER 164w MAY 2018

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MAY ~ AUGUST 2018 no. 164

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Westfield Community Association Newsletter No. 164 May 2018 

Here is another action packed issue, particularly due to the WCA activities at this time of year - namely the 

Annual Fete, Draw / Lottery and the AGM. We rely on residents, readers, friends to help out with the many 

tasks which combine to keep the community spirit alive in Westfield. The fete gives an opportunity for most 

people to contribute from help on the day or before, running a stall, providing a raffle prize, to displaying a 

poster (the one on the back page) and much more. Please contact Annie (annieverybusy@googlemail.com) 

or myself (details at the foot of this page). 

Thanks as always to those who deliver your quarterly copy of this newsletter - which I have edited for 27 

years now besides typesetting, organising the distribution, advertising etc., and as many people know, 

running the Draw which is now the Lottery, see below. I also thank those people who help with 

the collection of subscriptions. Whilst the WCA is grateful for your support it would be 

appreciated if subs could be paid directly into the WCA bank account by standing 

order or e-transfer to relieve the pressure for me and my team. 

Let’s hope summer comes to stay by the time you are reading this issue. Pauline 

W.C.A. Newsleer free, delivered to every 

house in Wesield Parish Circulaon c. 1300 

Editor: Mrs Pauline Filsell-Page 

0778 607 8588 

pauline@ fpage.plus.com 

c/o The New Inn, Main Road 

Westfield TN35 4QE 

Printed by Rez 07412 194653 at 

Digital Image Soluons 

When the WCA first began a lottery for fundraising 

it was The 300 Club. In 2000 it became 

Westfield Draw. Now another name change to 

WESTFIELD VILLAGE LOTTERY 

Who benefits? - members of various Westfield 

organisations including Bowls, Bingo, Cricket, 

Football, Playgroup, Senior Tea Party, Youth 

Club - Family Fun day, some shared Parish 

Council projects via a funding application 

considered by the Westfield Community Council 

…... and six lucky prize winners each month 

DRAWN MONTHLY, last Friday, IN STRAWBERRY FAIR 

WINNERS ADVISED by coordinator 

ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION RENEWALS IN JUNE 

JOIN TODAY £10 

Please pay by Standing Order or e-transfer if possible, to WCA at 

Co-op Bank, 08-92-99 A/c no. 65436790 with ref: 2018/19 & your name 

Alternatively, cash/cheque £10 each (payable WCA), with or without 

application form enclosed with this newsletter, into the 

WCA Box, c/o The New Inn, Main Road, Westfield TN35 4QE 

Coordinator: Pauline Filsell-Page 0778 607 8588 

Not in it to win? Donations equally welcome for funds thank you 

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Please note - Contributions by: 

July 20, Oct 23, Jan 23, Apr 23 

Publication dates: 

August 17, November 9, Feb 15, May 17 

Advertising: one eighth page £12.50 

Half page £50 with 10% discount for 

advance annual bookings. Cheques: WCA

The views expressed in the WCA Newsletter are not necessarily those of the Editor and, while every effort is made to 

ensure the accuracy of the text, no responsibility can be accepted for errors or omissions. 

Advertisements are published in good faith but do not necessarily indicate recommendation. 

The ‘Window on Westfield’ is the responsibility of the Parish Council. 

Art 32 

Bale Area Bus BACT 40 

Bale Choral 32 

Bingo 32 

Bluebell Ridge 28 

Bowls 29,36 

Brish Legion, Royal 6 

Brownies 27 

Chichester Friends 21 

Christ's Hospital 39 

Community Hall 9 

Cricket 36,37 

Doctors 14 

Draw/Loery 3,9 

Editorial 3 

F3 34 

Football 38 

Friendship 15 

Funday 26 

CONTENTS 

& INDEX 

Guides 27 

Hands of Hope 33 

Hearing 4 

Horcultural 25,28 

Hospice 35 

Hub 30 

Karate 39 

Leer 8 

Library 10 

Lunch Club 32 

Methodist Church 4 

Parish Church 22,24 

Parish Church Friends 23 

Parish Church Hall 10 

People's Page 19 

PIG 14 

Planning 45 

Playgroup 18 

Plough 11 

Police 6 

Post Office 10 

School & Dates 16 

Scouts 13 

Tennis Club 34 

W.I. 20 

WCA Council 9 

Wesield Rocks 31 

Window on 

Wesield 42‐47 

WW1 5,7 

Youth 27 

East Sussex Hearing Resource Centre 

ESHRC Volunteer living in Westfield is willing to make home visits for maintenance on 

NHS hearing aids and to issue batteries. 

Brown record book issued by Audiology Department needs to be produced. 

Please contact ESHRC for a message to be passed to Daphne Brook 

www.eshrc.org.uk Tel: 01323 722505 

8 St Leonards Road EASTBOURNE BN21 3UH 

J. DRYDEN 

LAWNMOWER SERVICE & REPAIRS 

GARDEN TOOLS 

SCISSORS SHEARS 

FREE COLLECTION & DELIVERY 

INC. WESTFIELD 

01424 224820 

Unit 10 De La Warr Mews 

Station Road 

Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 1RG 

Trinity Methodist Church 

Brede, Westfield and Beckley 

Sunday service 10.30 am 

Brede Methodist Church 

Udimore road, Broad Oak, TN31 6DG 

Rev Peggy Heim 01424 422350 

revpeggyheim@gmail.com 

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Plumbing & Heating Engineers 

LOCAL FAMILY BUSINESS 

Gas, oil & lpg Appliances - 

Serviced, repaired & fitted 

Power flushing of 

central heating systems 

BATHROOM & KITCHEN 

FITTING Also smaller jobs 

e.g. dripping taps 

TILING 

Solar 

Installations 

GAS SAFE 

REGISTERED 

01424 755677 

THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION 

Charity Number 219279 

Wesield residents are welcome to 

join Sedlescombe Branch 

by annual subscripon 

and aend their meengs at 

the Queen’s Head, Sedlescombe 

3rd Wednesday 10.30 a.m. - 12 noon 

(not August) 

Further information from Secretary: 

John Page 01424 870455 

The annual Poppy Appeal 

Royal British Legion Poppy Day 

door to door Collection Westfield 

Despite a volunteer coming forward 

to be the new organiser for the 

Poppy Collection in Westfield, time 

has played a part in preventing this 

to happen. Therefore, the situation 

is still vacant. If you feel this is a 

position you could cover, please 

contact this newsletter’s editor, details page 3. 

South of England Show 

Ardingly Showground 

West Sussex RH17 6TL 

SERVING & SHOWCASING 

FARMING & THE COUNTRYSIDE 

Thursday to Saturday 7, 8 & 9 June 

9 am - 6.30 pm 

www.southofenglandshow.org.uk 

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for all your building requirements 

including Maintenance, Improvements, 

Refurbishments, Conversions, Extensions 

and all those little jobs 

Fully insured 

Call 0797 714 8298 

or 0772 132 7684 

iahisted@btinternet.com 

phone:101 (calls cost a flat rate of 15p per 

call) or 01273 470 101 

Email 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk 

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DO YOU HAVE A 

WORLD WAR I ANCESTOR? 

WE WELCOME YOUR PARTICIPATION IN OUR PARISH EVENT TO 

COMMEMORATE THEIR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY 

A WALL OF REMEMBRANCE FOR RELATIVES OF PRESENT DAY 

PARISHIONERS (WHERE-EVER THEY CAME FROM) WILL BE 

INCLUDED IN AN EXHIBITION TO BE HELD IN NOVEMBER 2018 

WHETHER THEY DIED OR SURVIVED WE WOULD LIKE TO DISPLAY 

THEIR DETAILS (with or without photo) 

“WESTFIELD REMEMBERS” WW1 

WALL OF REMEMBRANCE 

NAME 

Rank 

Regiment No. 

REGIMENT 

Short details (due to space) ie 

Address 

Date of Enlistment: 

Age: 

Where served France/Flanders, India, etc 

Date of Death and where 

Survived: Wounded/Prisoner of War 

Relation of: 

Contact details: 

Return to: Email: westfieldcouncil@gmail.com or Deadline 9.9.2018 

c/o 113 Westfield Lane, St Leonards-on-Sea TN37 7NF 

Drop in box at The New Inn, Westfield 

©RaC 

Please submit INFORMATION in format displayed by 9 Sept latest 

Copies of this sheet are available in The New Inn 

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01424 755997 

MAIN ROAD, WESTFIELD TN35 4QE 

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ast moving traffic appears to be on the increase regardless of other road 

F users, speed limits, signs and markings. In Westfield, Community Speed 

Watch volunteers have an effect but a permanent presence is not possible. 

Some eagle-eyed readers may remember that five years ago Mr Rafati wrote to this 

WCA newsletter with his concerns, in particular on Kent Street – A21. We had one 

written response from another area, also highlighting excess speed but 

in a 40 limit. 

Mr Rafati set up a campaign to raise awareness and seek support from 

fellow residents. He sent a letter to East Sussex Highways and had a 

meeting with our MP on site. However the new signage, paint and 

attention to the ever-growing vegetation have not withdrawn the speed 

problem. It has to be remembered that Kent Street is a residential area with 

emerging traffic, pedestrians for the bus and post box besides access to their 

neighbours, business customers etc. 

Mr Rafati continues his concern and wrote to Amber Rudd MP in 

February this year with the following suggestions: to reduce the speed 

limit from 50 to 40 mph, install speed cameras and warning signs 

relating to the cameras, to create a double white line down the length of 

Kent Street in an attempt to stop overtaking, particularly by motor cyclists, all in 

an attempt to prevent any more fatal accidents. 

If you feel able to support this campaign please phone Mr Rafati on 01424 722319, 

0797 1231526 or email hmrafati@yahoo.co.uk 

Cllr Carl Maynard said “This is an issue that we are all aware of; Kent Street is a 

dangerous stretch of the A21 and anything we can do to make the road safer 

would be beneficial. This is a matter for determination by Highways England not 

ESCC as this is a trunk road. Anyone with concerns should write in the first 

instance to Amber Rudd MP” 

Copies of this WCA Newsletter are delivered to most houses in Kent Street (it is 

also on www.westfield.village.co.uk under WCA). As it is difficult to find someone 

to volunteer on a regular basis to deliver to Kent Street residents, I (WCA editor) 

have personally delivered and agree with Mr Rafati how dangerous it is without a 

pavement (I found holes in the verge to fall down if not careful) with traffic, 

particularly large lorries, rushing by. 

Another problem with traffic is the parking – not only too close to junctions but on 

roads where an emergency vehicle would be unable to get through. Please 

consider others when you park your vehicle, one day you may need help yourself. 

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Westfield Community Hall 

Workhouse Lane TN35 4QJ 

as from April 2017: 

MAIN HALL 

Sports, jumble sales, etc………..£9.75 per hour 3 hour children’s daytime party slots £28 

Children’s clubs between 5 and 7pm Mondays to Fridays…....…£5.00 per hour 

Evening functions such as cheese and wine parties, quiz nights with bar, 

dances without bar or disco or live bands……….…£75 

Discos and events with live music and bar 6pm until 11.45pm…...….……..£75 

DINING HALL …... £7.25 per hour Children’s Clubs £3.50 per hour 

BOTH HALLS TOGETHER 

Sport, some social event, exhibitions, jumble sales etc……......£15.00 per hour 

Evening functions (as above)……………………………..……£120 

Discos and dances……………………………………..……… £120 + £100 deposit 

WCA Hall Manager 

phone 0786 689 4397 (n.b. 9am-7pm) 

Rachel Harrison 

email mobiletanning@hotmail.co.uk 

Facebook Westfield Community Hall 

Westfield Community Association Council Registered Charity No. 271252 

President: Mrs Joan Downing BEM 

Chairman: Mrs Annie Nijhuis 47 Baldslow Down Westfield TN37 7NJ 

01424 754337 or 07969701099 annieverybusy@googlemail.com 

Vice-Chairman: Mrs Sarah Jones Secretary: John Revell johnrevell@yahoo.co.uk 

Hall Management Committee: Chairman: tbc 

Community Council Meetings held in the Community Dining Hall at 7.30pm 

2018: 25 June AGM, 16 July 

Subs for 

new year 

now due 

WESTFIELD DRAW 2017/18 

monthly prizes: £50, £20, £15, £10 x 2, £5 plus £100 Christmas Bonus 

Charity No 271252 Registered under Gambling Act 2005 with Rother District Council No A560 

Recent Winners: 

February: Cherie Case, Linda Fellows, Venetia Brooks 

Lesley Honeysett, Maria Woodward, John Paige 

March: Sue Russell, Robert Kendall, Trudi Bennett 

Brian Dibble, Dan Isted, Anne Hobbs 

April: John Revell, Ginny Whitney, Peter Clarke 

Keith Johnson, Frances Turnball, John Howard 

Draw takes place on last Friday monthly in Strawberry Fair, Chapel Lane 

All winners are notified £10 per annum; new/renewals June 

Coordinator: Pauline Filsell-Page 0778 607 8588 

WCA Box, c/o The New Inn, Main Road, Westfield TN35 4QE 

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT 

THE MOBILE LIBRARY SERVICE 

Following changes to the Library and Information Service 

the Mobile Library Service closed on Saturday 5 May 2018. 

Other ways to use the East Sussex Library and Information Service: 

visit 17 East Sussex libraries across the county 

The eLibrary (www.eastsussex.gov.uk/libraries) 

The Home Library Service (for those who are disabled, frail or are caring for 

someone who cannot be left) 

To enquire about any of our services please ask a member of staff. 

Alternatively visit www.eastsussex.gov.uk/libraries or 

call 0345 608 0196 (Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm) 

Hydra Window Cleaning 

Commercial and Domestic 

Fully insured 

Windows – interior and exterior 

Pressure washing 

Gutter and roof clearance 

Fascias and soffits 

 

 

Weatherboarding 

Solar panelling 

Call James for a free quote 

Tel: 0751 546 0008 

Email: hydracleaning@mail.com 

JB MOWER SERVICES 

FOR THE SERVICE AND REPAIR 

OF MOWERS & GARDEN MACHINERY 

@ Kent Street Nurseries 

Kent Street (A21) near Sedlescombe 

your machine ready for summer? TN33 0SF 

Call John 0785 120 1233 

Bernie 0797 437 5415 

or 01424 751134 

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W 

estfield has a Post Office again. 

It opened on 

21 February 2018 

at Londis Stores, 

Main Road 

WESTFIELD CHURCH HALL 

Vicarage Lane TN35 4SD 

Ideal venue for family meals/gatherings 

parties, dances, shows, 

club meetings/events etc 

£8.00 per hour 

(special rates for funcons) 

*good sized hall *gas central heating 

*spacious well equipped kitchen 

*catering gas cooker *dishwasher 

Phone Booking Clerk between 9 am & 7 pm 

01424 751029 note change 

for dates and times available or e-mail 

parish.hall@westfieldvillage.co.uk 

Parish Church Hall, Vicarage Lane

MOBILE 

HAIRDRESSER 

Cuts - Perms - Blow Dry 

Highlights - Colours 

Competitive prices 

Hairdressing for everyone 

Kelly 

0772 920 1305 

your local professional hairdresser 

with 20+ years experience 

Following the closure of The Plough 

and Shepherd Neame selling at auction 

in March, we await its future. It is a 

shame to see it boarded up and hope 

there is better news shortly for this 

village landmark. 

THE PLOUGH 

The Moor, Westfield TN35 4QR 

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Hastings Old Town 

01424 721650 

Fish Restaurant with Taster Bar 

Open lunch and dinner every day 

Reservations in peak season essential 

“the freshest fish, 

with the shortest journey” 

Paul and Rebecca Webbe invite you to visit them 

and www.webbesrestaurants.co.uk 

Ideal gifts: Restaurant Vouchers or 

Cookery School Vouchers available 

WOW!! - Paul ran the London Marathon in 3hrs 48.06 

in 30degree track heat on 22 April. He has raised 

£4.5K for Children with Cancer Uk Charity no. 298405 

Tower Street 

01797 222226 

Fresh Local Fish & Seafood 

Open Monday - Sunday 

lunch and dinner 

Webbe’s Suite available up to 60 People 

Suitable for weddings and Private Parties 

Buffets and Conferences 

Join the professionals and learn 

varied skills and techniques 

For all enquiries 01797 222226 

Visit Webbes at the Midsummer Fish Festival 

on The Stade, Hastings Old Town, 23 & 24 June 11 am - 6 pm 

also Hastings Seafood Festival 15 & 16 September 

The Wild Mushroom 

Restaurant on A28 Westfield (large car park) 

01424 751137 

Modern English Cuisine Excellent fresh produce Professionally served 

Mid week Lunch (Weds – Sat) £19.50 two course; £23.50 three course 

Dinner served Wednesday – Saturday Sunday Lunch £27.00 

Book now for 

special occasions 

Closed Monday and Tuesday 

Reservations Essential: menus and book online 

at www.webbesrestaurants.co.uk or phone 

01424 751137 

Themed monthly Gourmet Nights including tasting wines 

Great 

value 

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NO SHOWROOM + LOWER OVERHEADS 

= DISCOUNT PRICES 

We bring the samples to you in the comfort of 

your own home 

Supply only, or, full project management 

FREE Measure & Design service 

Personal, dedicated & bespoke service tailored 

to you 

Replacement doors and worktops also available 

State of the art design soware to plan and 

present your new kitchen 

Working in and around 1066 Country 

Local, family run business 

1 ST WESTFIELD SCOUT GROUP 

T 

he Group started the year with two successful events. 

Our Jumble Sale in February raised £283, thank you all who 

contributed articles for sale and, of course, our band of 

helpers, not forgetting those seeking bargains. 

The annual Duck Race was a great success raising over £200. The weather was kind, 

especially with the not-so-good Spring we have endured. Thank you to the large 

number of people who came, and enjoyed a burger or hot dog before the big race, 

and also to those who purchased ducks. This is our favourite event of the year and 

such fun. 

Now the weather is at last changing for the better (not when the editor was at work 

on this article!) the Sections are planning many outside activities and camps for the 

summer. 

A party of 23 Cubs and Beavers much enjoyed a PGL weekend in March held at 

Herstmonceux. There were lots of activities to try and join in. We are pleased how 

well our young people behaved and represented Westfield. 

As usual we are seeking adult Leaders so we can offer even more fun for the young 

people and hopefully re-start the Scout troop. There are vacancies in the Cub Pack 

for boys or girls in the age group 8 – 10 years so if your son or daughter would like to 

give it a try please contact Frances on 754548. 

Rosemary Bond – Secretary 

rosebond@btinternet.com 01424 754080 

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Sedlescombe & Westfield Surgeries 

http://www.sedlescombeandwestfieldsurgeries.co.uk/ 

Westfield Surgery: Main Road TN35 4QE 01424 751609 

Sedlescombe Surgery: Brede Lane TN33 0PW 01424 870225 

Dr Peter Mirchandani MBChB DRCOG DFSRH MRCGP 

Dr Camilla Pashley MBBS DRCOG DFSRH MRCGP 

Dr Andrew Meilak MB BS MRCGP Dip SpMed 

Dr Paul Di-Stefano MB BS MRCGP 

Dr Sarah Davis MB ChB MRCGP DRCOG DFSRH STIF 2 

Have you heard about our “PIG”? 

The doctors’ surgeries in Westfield and Sedlescombe have started an initiative called the 

Patient Involvement Group. This group meets every six weeks and has the aim of 

working with both surgery staff and patients to develop and improve the service offered. 

We welcome new members and if you would like to be part of this group, please contact 

Keith Newman, the Practice Manager on 01424 751609. 

A Summary of the last meeting held on Tuesday 3rd April 

The group talked about the following events and topics: 

1. A meeting between the GPs and representatives of the P.I.G. had been held to describe the work 

of the group to the practice doctors. The GPs commented on the high number of patient 

appointments which were not actually medical in nature - these appointments were made by 

people needing assistance in contacting other agencies. The PIG group hopes to help people with 

these type of needs in future. 

2. The PIG website and leaflet has been updated. 

3. Kevin Katner commented on the results of the recent Patient Survey saying that, overall, he felt 

that people believed that the surgeries offered an excellent service. Some areas for development 

were indicated:- People were reluctant to use IT so this issue needed some attention. Only a small 

proportion of the respondents commented that they did not feel respected or listened to 

appropriately during their visits to the surgery. Some access problems were raised and people with 

visual impairment found the booking screens hard to use. There were questions raised about the 

validity of the survey because of the size of the response and the type of questions asked. Action 

points will be established at the next meeting. 

4. The final draft of a statement of Purpose and Protocols, describing the aims and remit of the 

group was presented and approved unanimously. 

5. Four new people have expressed interest in becoming members of PIG. These people will be 

first invited to join the virtual group and then meetings with PIG representatives will be arranged 

over the coming weeks. 

6. Information about the PIG and the minutes of meetings is now going to be published in the 

Westfield Village Website, the “What’s on in Westfield” Facebook, the WCA newsletter, the 

“Sedlescombe Jobs Network” Facebook. 

7. On 18 April Kevin gave a brief talk to the Sedlescombe Assembly. 

8. Meetings have taken place with 5 of the 7 health practices in our area. Health education was a 

key topic for discussion. 

9. Representatives from the PIG attended the Health Education Forum at the Emmanuel Centre in 

Battle on 16 May. 

The next meeting was on Tuesday 15 May at Westfield Surgery. (WCA newsletter had gone to print) 

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‘LOVELY LEGS’ 

Small private company 

in Westfield offering 

lower leg washing 

in your own home 

Open Monday - Saturday 

4.30pm - 9.30pm 

(Saturday from 12 noon) 

Local Fish 

Local Potatoes 

for your Takeaway at 

Lighthouse FISH & CHIPS 

284 Priory Road, Hastings 

near Ore Village 

01424 713030 

National Federation of 

Fish-fryers trained 

Westfield’s Jon Baker 

Enjoy having your legs washed 

thoroughly to aid well-being, 

prevent leg ulcers & skin infections 

To book a free assessment 

telephone Carol 

0754 387 1993 

Heathfield & District 

Agricultural Show 

Little Tottingworth Farm 

Broad Oak, Heathfield 

Saturday 26 May 8 am - 5.15 pm 

www.heathfieldshow.org 

Westfield Friendship Club 

T he club continues to meet every 1st and 3rd Monday 

(excluding Bank Holidays) from 2.00 - 3.30 pm at The New Inn, 

and we currently have 27 members. 

Annual membership is £5.00 payable in January, but we do offer a 'taster 

session' to see if you like what we do before making this commitment. 

Then 20p per session which includes tea and biscuits. In addition you are 

welcome to purchase drinks from the bar. 

Regular meetings include a raffle with all attending asked to bring a prize 

to the value of £1.00, Whist and bingo continue to be a popular way to 

spend an afternoon and we do ask bingo players to bring an additional 

prize again to the value of £1.00. 

This year on 9th April we had a mystery lunch, which was a drive out in 

the Sussex countryside followed by a superb lunch at The Moorings, 

Pevensey Bay. Further events are being planned including High Tea and 

later in the year an evening meal. 

Derek Edwards Chairman, 01424 753155 

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Martin Chandler 

Bank holiday: 

Monday 28 May 

Painting & Decorating 

+ General Building 

30+ years in the trade 

Free Estimates 

Quality work at Sensible Prices 

Tel: 01424 756850 

0758 281 5035 

martinchandler61@btinternet.com 

Term dates and Inset days 

Academic year 2018 

Monday 16 April – Tuesday 22 May Term 5 

Monday 4 June – Friday 20 July Term 6 

Inset Days 

Wednesday 23 May 

Thursday 24 May 

Friday 25 May 

WESTFIELD SCHOOL 

Headteacher: Matt Jarvis 

W 

e welcomed 

everyone back to 

office@westfield.e-sussex.sch.uk 

school on 

http://westfield.e-sussex.sch.uk 

Monday 16 April. 

The children are raring to go 

as we begin exploring our 

new topics for the summer terms including River Deep Mountain High, What’s in my 

back yard, Greeks and Romans, Eating and Growing and Westfield Wellies. With 

outings planned already to Leeds Castle, Frog Firle Farm, and Michelham Priory, we 

are praying for fine weather to enable us to enjoy some great days out in the open. 

The school field is now back in action for our break and lunch times; we will be using 

this facility more and more for sports days and events as the weeks warm up. There are 

many after school sports clubs running at the moment, including gym, karate, 

cheerleading, cricket, netball and football. It is encouraging to see all these clubs fully 

booked with enthusiastic children taking part. 

When SATS are complete, and we have had a well-earned half term break at the end of 

May, we are looking forward to taking our Years 5/6 classes on a PGL break to 

Windmill Hill, Herstmonceux. An annual event, this year being three days in early June, 

of fun, games, team building and collaboration activities. 

As usual, the grand finale to the school year will be our Years 5 and 6 production. This 

year we will be staging the classic tale of Oliver Twist. The preparations are already 

underway and as usual this should be a spectacular end before the holidays. 

At the end of March, we got the call and were paid a visit by Ofsted. We are very 

pleased to announce that our establishment has been awarded a ‘Good School’ rating. 

All credit to our teachers and support staff and, of course, our pupils. The full report is 

available to view on our Westfield School website. 

Our doors will close for the summer on Friday 20 July. We shall be saying a fond 

farewell to our Year 6 pupils as they embark on their new journeys in secondary school. 

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FREEHOUSE 

Main Road 

Westfield TN35 4QE 

01424 752800 

www.newinnwestfield.com 

newinn-westfield@hotmail.com 

Open Every Day 12 noon for local bitters, beers, wine & food 

Food served from 12 noon: Booking advisable 

Monday - 2.30 only; Tuesday - Friday -2.30; 6-9 

Saturday - 3; 6-9; Sunday - 7pm 

Late May Bank Holiday Monday 

Open 12 - 8 pm; food 12 - 6 pm 

BEER FESTIVAL + LIVE MUSIC 

AUGUST BANK HOLIDAY 

Saturday, Sunday, Monday 

Observer Pub of the year 2017 

Main menu changes 

frequently 

regular Bar menu 

inc Salads, Baguettes, 

Light Bites & Snacks 

Fish day - Friday 

Takeaway menu from 6 pm 

Quiz Nights 

NewInnWestfield 

Regular Coffee Mornings at The New Inn 

Every Thursday 9 - 11 am especially popular with school parents but 

everyone welcome. Bacon butties and cake etc. available 

Last Wednesday monthly 10 am - Barking Mad for dog lovers and others 

Also Coffee served at The Hub - Fridays 10 am - 12 noon 

Saturday 9th June on the Parish Field from 12 noon to 4 pm 

The fete has been designed for the whole village to become 

involved. It enables village organisations to have a stall and 

make money for their cause without the hassle of having to 

pay for and organise insurance, entertainment and pa 

systems etc. with only a small monetary contribution to the 

WCA. It is a shame that the absentees are often due to 

lack of support from their members. The large venue 

enables anyone to book a pitch (£15) for a sideshow or stall but avoid the following 

as they are already booked: refreshments, ice cream, candy floss and bar with Hog 

Roast. The afternoon activities include the fabulous Acromax gym display team, 

1066 Falconry, Princess Baby Ballet, a select collection of classic cars, children’s 

entertainer, bouncy castles and live music. The Grand Draw is run by the 

WCA who would be grateful for prize donations as well as support in 

purchasing tickets, available with the WCA newsletter or in The New Inn. 

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Westfield Playgroup 

Parish Church Hall Vicarage Lane 

Westfield TN35 4SD 

hinking back to Easter, the children looked 

T amazing in their homemade bonnets and 

enjoyed singing songs to friends and family. 

We were very pleased to see so many families at our 

50th birthday celebration as well as some ex-members of staff. The weather prevented us from taking 

advantage of our lovely garden for outside activities resulting in us being a little cramped inside but 

nonetheless we are delighted with the event and hope everyone enjoyed themselves. In excess of £350 was 

raised which will go towards much needed equipment and activities. We are very grateful to our committee 

and members of staff for giving up their time to organise the event and thank everyone who donated raffle 

prizes. We also had very generous sponsorship from:- PCM Estate Agents, Factory Internet, A1 roofing and 

R+E Engineers Ltd. 

Unfortunately we will be unable to attend the Village 

Fete as this is a very busy time for staff preparing for 

the transition of our rising 5’s to school and due to 

only having a small number of parent helpers able to 

give up their time. 

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This term is another busy one; the parents picked 

'The Rare Breeds Centre' for this year's trip; our 

fingers were crossed for some nice weather which we 

got. Healthy Eating week and our sports day are in 

June. We are hoping to have a visit from some 

chicks, lambs, rabbit and giant snails. 

Currently we are full but we will have spaces from 

September if you are interested please drop in for a 

visit, (times above). 

For more information contact Julie 07790744404 or 

email jm_guest@hotmail.co.uk 

Check out for our Facebook page. See the activities 

the children are enjoying and keep up to date with the 

latest Playgroup information. 

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Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9 - 3 pm 

Wednesday morning 9 - 12 noon 

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Moo Music 

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Baby Moo 0-12 months 

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Mix Moo 0-5 years 

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WCA Tea Party 

for Seniors & Disabled of the Parish 

Community Hall 

Saturday 13 October 3 - 5 pm 

Entertainment included 

Free tickets available from 

Rosemary 754080 or 

Philippa 753316 

Any books, CDs or DVDs 

for the WCA stall at the 

fete on 9 June or to 

7 Heathlands beforehand 

Keep on running, Paul… Paul the plumber 

Paul says ‘A massive thank you to everyone 

who sponsored me over the last six months. 

Together we raised just over an incredible 

£2600 for the Make-a-Wish charity, with 

donations still coming in. This was over 

double my expectation. During the last few 

months I ran in 4 half marathons, a 20 mile 

race and then the Brighton and London 

marathons in the space of a week! Great 

experience and looking forward to next year 

already.’ 

Paul’s just giving page is: 

https://www.justgiving.com/Paul-Hobden 

Friends of Fia - events 

Fia showed her parents how much she 

enjoyed Barn dancing on 17 March at the 

event when nearly £700 was raised. 

On 21 April The Standup 

Comedy & Curry Night raised 

£1617; organised by Patrick 

and the New Inn, it was a 

hilarious evening for everyone. 

Events are towards keeping Fia comfortable 

at home and funding those important trips to 

Philadelphia for research and treatment for 

Alexander’s Disease, a debilitating medical 

condition, which the Kent family are living 

with brilliantly. 

The next special event is the Charity Fairy & 

Wizard Fun Day on 8 July 11 am - 3pm in 

Pett. Also coming up: shared funds from 

1066 Rockitmen event in Westfield Lane in 

August. See Facebook pages Friends of Fia 

and What’s on in Westfield for more. 

People’s page 

To all new residents 

‘Welcome to Westfield’ 

As a Westfield resident, 

and therefore a 

member of our 

community association, please 

come for drinks, nibbles and social 

which just happens to 

coincide with the AGM 

which does not take long. 


Monday 25 June 7.30 pm 

Bereavements 

Condolences to the relatives of 

Janet Colvert 

John Wallenstein 

John Barnett writes: Sadly Janet Colvert 

passed away in February. Janet had a true 

community spirit stemming partly from her 

lifetime's work as a Teacher, Head, Advisor 

and Disability Advocate across the East End 

(during the Kray era!), Essex, Kent and East 

Sussex and more personally from her 

Fostering. Janet lived quietly in the village 

but was a strong supporter of the community 

not hesitating to take up the Secretary post of 

the WCA for three years and then Chair of 

the Hall Management Committee until last 

year. I had the honour of working alongside 

Janet in both those roles; it was a pleasure 

and a very hard act to follow. We mustn't, of 

course, forget her more recent roles in WCA 

events such as the Seniors Party and the Fete. 

I was privileged to attend a small family 

service to remember and say goodbye to Janet 

where it was very clear she was well loved 

and sadly missed by family, friends, 

colleagues and Westfield. After all our years 

of friendship she never once told me she used 

to play the bassoon!! 

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THE GREAT PLASTIC PICK UP 

The battle against plastic pollution launched by the Mail in May and supported 

by the Keep Britain Tidy organisation was a great success with school 

children across the country. 

It is now time for us adults to build on this initiative and to set a good example 

to our children by picking up the litter we see on the street outside our own homes. We 

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What to do with jigsaw puzzles once 

you’ve completed them? Leave them 

with Jean at The Button Box, 

Workhouse Lane Westfield 

(opp WCA Hall) who sends 

them for resale in 

St Michael’s Hospice shops. 

Westfield WI monthly meetings are held in the Parish 

Church Hall on 2nd Friday of each month at 2.15 pm, guests 

and new members are always welcome. 

For further information please ring Val Walkinshaw 

(President) on 07927 403200. 

Members can enjoy a good time at the social book club and craft club or by 

joining other members for meals such as our occasional lunches. 

Many members attended the East Sussex Federation of Women’s Institutes 

annual meeting at the Kings Church Hall on The Ridge where they enjoyed two 

very different talks which were both very entertaining. 

Our February speaker, Mr. Ken Brooks, gave us an interesting talk on “Hastings 

in Wartime – The British Spirit” telling us how the community was there to help 

everybody. This was followed by a short talk by firemen who came to advise us 

on the safety in our homes and at our meeting place. 

In March our talk was “Tales from the Time of the British Raj” and how it 

affected those living in India. The speaker was Mrs. Rukshana Master BA and 

she also showed us some very interesting slides. 

In April The Rother Group Meeting was held at Westfield and members from the 

The ladies of Westfield W.I. are able to 

provide teas for up to 50 people in the 

Parish Hall, subject to availability, at 

£6.00 per head. Please contact 

Pat Mohamed 01424 431058 

group heard Melanie Gibson-Barton 

talking about “And so to Ted – A History 

of Teddies and Other Bears”. 

As you can see members enjoy a 

varied programme and would be 

pleased to see new members. S.H. 

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01424 871120 

Chichester Cathedral Friends 

A TREAT FOR ALL LOVERS 

OF BOOKS AND HISTORY 

ou may think that a history book sale is a very narrow base for a successful sale, 

Y but Chichester Cathedral Friends and West Sussex Archives Society have a 

different view and are co-hosting a second-hand History Book Sale in The Vicars’ Hall, 

Chichester, 12 -13 October to which you are warmly invited. Entrance is free, and half 

of the proceeds will go towards projects within the Cathedral that are supported by the 

Friends. 

“History Books” encompass a wide range of categories from Local History, 

Biographies, Architecture and Military to Railways, Historical Surveys, Family History 

and Churches, and we plan to have a wide selection of second-hand books on sale for 

the two days. Some books will be specialist collectables whilst others will be of a more 

general nature and on sale at a very attractive price. 

So, if you have a love of books and especially history books, do come along and 

browse among the many bargains that will be on offer. 

Also, if you have any suitable books that you would be happy to donate, we would be 

delighted to include them in the Sale. Please see advert above; ask at the Royal 

Chantry, next to Cloisters Café, for directions to the Friends’ Office. Collection within 

the Chichester area, please call Iain Jessup 07973 768917. 

During the two-day Book Sale Cloisters Café will provide refreshments and light 

lunches, enabling you to browse for as long as you wish. 

Chichester Cathedral Friends is a registered charity. Membership costs £15 per year 

and £25 for a couple. For more information visit: www.chichestercathedral.org.uk/ 

friends or email friends@chichestercathedral.org.uk. 

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From the Vicarage……Walking and Praying 

ne of the things I don't tend to do enough of these days is to go on a long 

O walk. They often tend to be short walks, for example, when I go to the 

school to take assemblies. When I'm walking around the village, even on the 

short walk from the vicarage to the church, it is great to meet people and have 

conversations, often about the weather but more deeper subjects too. 

I often use a walk as a time of prayer. It can be a great escape away from the 

emails and telephone (if I remember to turn my mobile off, or leave it behind!) In 

amongst the birds singing, the stillness, the distance noise of the children 

playing at school. It's a good time to think and ponder. 

Encouraging us to pray more is why this year has been designated the Year of 

Prayer in the Diocese of Chichester, challenging us on how we pray and why. 

We pray to God as a conversation with Him, our thoughts and concerns. Often 

we pray about worries or for those in need. The church is usually open for 

prayer but we can pray wherever we are, on short and long walks. If you would 

like us to pray for you or loved ones then the church offers many opportunities. 

There is a prayer box in the church and we usually pray the requests during our 

Wednesday morning service. There is an opportunity for personal prayer during 

and after our Sunday services and, also Joy, our Associate Vicar, runs a 

confidential prayer share - you can email or telephone requests to her. 

I hope many of you have managed to meet and welcome our new Youth Pastor 

Graham. Graham leads our youth church and it has been great to welcome new 

families on Sunday mornings. Graham is also planning 'Messy Church' on 

Saturday afternoons, based on our Good Friday Workshop (see page 24). 

Look at our website or on Facebook for details. 

Graham’s contact details: 07787 527166 - graham@westfieldchurch.co.uk 

Coming up is our Vicarage Garden Party, please do come 

and join us. Everyone is welcome. We are hoping for a 

lovely sunny afternoon with lots of entertainment for all 

ages and, of course, tea and cake. 

Every blessing 

RevRob 

Westfield Church Contacts: 

Rev’d Robert Mulford 01424 751029 

(Vicar) - revrob99@gmail.com 

Rev’d Joy Collins (Associate Vicar) 

07437 797553 - revjoycollins@gmail.com 

www.westfieldchurch.co.uk 

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Thanks to the efforts of the committee and 

others £253.16 was raised at the Spring Fair on 

28 April. The Friends funds go towards the 

maintenance and upkeep of the church 

building for our and future generations. 

For further information on the work of 

The Friends of Westfield Church, 

Reg. Charity No. 1048466, please contact 

Secretary Ann Stocker 01424 754355 or 

Chairman Jim Gatherum 751821. 

Fund-raising events are not just for members, 

everyone is welcome but regular support by 

annual Subscription (£5 min) helps, renewed at 

the AGM in November. 

Please contact the Hon Treasurer: Roger Bowe, 

Jagreta, Cottage Lane, Westfield TN35 4QG 

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WESTFIELD CHURCH 

Weekly Services 

Sunday 8 am - BCP Holy Communion 

Sunday @10 

1 st Sunday - Holy Communion 

2 nd Sunday - Morning Praise 

3 rd Sunday - Holy Communion 

4 th Sunday - Family Service 

5 th Sunday - See church notices for 

details 

Wednesday 9.30 am Holy Communion 

~~ 

Sunday @ 10.30 am 

22 July 

Pet Service 

Westfield Church –Youth Church 

If you loved the Good Friday Workshop 

then you'll like what we will be doing 

Every Wednesday afternoon 

in the church 

1.30 – 3 pm 

tea, chat, play 

All Welcome 

Saturday 14 July, 11 August, 8 September 

Westfield Church Hall 3 - 5 pm 

For all the family 

children must be accompanied by an adult 

Fun, activities, crafts, games, 

media, music and food 

Check on www.westfieldchurch.co.uk or 

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Westfield Horticultural Society 

O 

ur Spring Show had a wonderful and entertaining display of 

beauty and talent. It was enjoyed by all who came. A record 

year for total number of entries and we were delighted that several 

were first time exhibitors. 

The triumph of the Show was having the Floral Art arrangements restored to 

former glory and filling the entire length of the Community Hall. Congratulations 

to all entrants but particularly those who rose to the challenge and entered for the 

first time, two of whom received first and second place in their categories! 

As always with gardening there are challenges; the weather and creepy crawlies 

conspired against the daffodils, which meant there were not so many on display 

as in previous years, but there were plenty of other Spring Flowers and early 

vegetables to enjoy. 

There was an incredibly high standard of art and craft work as well as over thirty 

photographs. Some delicious home produce, with the most popular being the 

carrot cake and the fruit curd. Sadly, only a handful of children entered the Junior 

classes but those that did had made a wonderful effort producing some lovely 

pieces. 

Photographer Tim White was busy with his camera, see a selection below and on 

the front page of this WCA newsletter. 

We’ll soon be preparing for our next show in the 

Autumn, on Saturday, 8th September. 

Why not come and join in? Everyone is welcome! 

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For everyone’s hair visit 

Celia, Helen, 

Molly and Jeremy at 

Strawberry Fair 

Hairdressing Salon 

2 Chapel Lane 

Westfield 

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Tuesday 9-5; Thursday 9-5.30; Friday 9-6 

Monday (Special Senior Rates), & 

Wednesday & Saturday 9 am - 1 pm 

Summers Garden Services 

Garden Maintenance 

Richard Summers 

0795 700 5833 

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www. summers-garden-services.uk 

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10 am - 2 pm 

At Westfield 

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WESTFIELD YOUTH CLUB 

6.30 - 8 pm (helpers arrive at 6) Parish Church Hall - Vicarage Lane 

every 2nd and 4th Wednesday monthly for children in year 3 - age 16 

Annual Membership £1; plus £1 each session 

The Tuck shop sells sweets, crisps & drinks 

Westfield Youth Club needs helpers! 

The club continues to meet twice a month. There are lots of fun 

and games at youth club and every session includes some cooking, 

fantastic crafts and a tournament. Contact Min on 07952995743 or 

join our Facebook page Westfield youth club if 

you have any questions. 

For events, activities 

& Quiz Nights 

check our 

Facebook page 

This year’s free Family Funday is on 2 September 10 - 2 pm at Westfield Cricket 

Ground. There will be a cake stall, BBQ and beer tent, tombola and tuck shop selling sweets 

and drinks. All are welcome so why not invite family and friends. There is limited parking so 

please walk if you can, up past the Doctors’ Surgery. 

It is with great sadness that I have to tell you that due to family commitments one of our lovely 

helpers will no longer be able to help at youth club. We will miss Sarah greatly but want to 

say a massive thank you to her for all her help and support over the years. 

So from September we will be looking for a regular volunteer to help us out twice a month. If 

you think you would be able to commit to this please contact me for more information on 

0795 299 5743 Min 

WESTFIELD GUIDES and BROWNIES 

hree of our Guides are working hard to complete their 

T Baden-Powell Challenge before it is stopped at the end of 

the year to be replaced by a new challenge. Many mum's and grandmother's will 

remember this as a top award in the movement. Of the ten parts, the girls have 

completed the World Guiding Badge, started compiling a recipe book for camp, 

attended a conservation day at Forest Row and have started another badge. 

They are booked to go canoeing and stand up paddle boarding also on a county 

adventure day in May then sailing and windsurfing in June. 

These activities are now fully booked but to take part in any future events any 

girls aged between 10 and 14 are welcome to become a member. 

For details contact Sally on 01424 754927 or text 0784 050 6426 

This term the girls have chosen their own badges to work on 

at our meetings and some at home or at other clubs. 

Games and action songs are popular at the moment to 

complete the meeting and as a fitness challenge we are planning a walk around 

the school walk track every week of the summer. 

Over half of the girls attended a special silent disco on 21 April at 

The Brass Monkey in Hastings where they danced and tried 

mocktails. At our meeting on 24 April they celebrated St George's 

Day making costumes and dragons. 

For more details contact Sally Cruttenden phone 01424 754927 or 

by text on 0784 050 6426 

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WHS SPRING SHOW 2018 Cup Winners: 

Rose Bowl 

Easter Cup 

Alice Button 

Lilian Skinner 

Berry Goblet 

Spring Goblet 

Miniature Cup 

Junior Cup 

Spring Vase 

Art Certificate 

Spring Achievement 

Spring Cup 

Margaret Crouch Most points in flower classes 

Margaret Crouch Most points in vegetable classes 

Sandra Gray 

Most points in home produce 

Sandra Gray 

Best exhibit in home produce 

Margaret Moss Best exhibit in handicrafts 

Amanda Brown Best floral art exhibit 

Sharron Bushell Best miniature exhibit 

Isabelle Darbyshire Best exhibit in Junior classes 

Barbara Graham Best vase of Spring Flowers 

Dennis Brown Most points in Art and Photography 

Ghislaine Bourgain Most points won by a new exhibitor 

Jane Moseley 

Most points overall in Show 

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Registered Charity 206314 01424 752121 

11:30 am - 3 pm every day not Thurs 

Chown’s Hill, Hastings TN35 4PA 

RSPCA Emergency Helpline 0300 1234 999 

we are completely self funded 

Sunday 27 May Spring Fair Sunday 22 July Summer Fair 

at the cattery 11am - 2.30pm 

Free entry - Donations are very welcome 

At both fairs there will be refreshments, raffle, tombola and, of course, 

the opportunity to see the kittens and cats who are looking for new homes.

Church Lane, A28 

opposite Westfield Church 

President: Mrs Pamela Chamberlain Vice-President: Mrs Dinah Blackman 

Captain: Mrs Pamela Barden 

W 

hen the sun came out in April and the rain ceased, we were able to practise 

on the bowls green. It was short lived but, fingers crossed, as I write that we 

will be able to return to the green soon. We have plans for a very busy 

summer with well over fifty games against other clubs and our own club competitions. 

Also two tournaments will be held to help with always essential fund raising. 

On Saturday 7 July from 2 pm there is a Family Barbecue Fun day. Admission is free 

with a small charge for food. Everyone is welcome to watch or have a go, but only if you 

are over 14 years due to health and safety rules as the bowls are heavy. 

We are off by coach to Wingate near Rochester, Kent, on Sunday 15 July for a game in 

the afternoon. Leaving Westfield at 10 am sharp, members have about two hours to 

look around Rochester and most have lunch too. Those playing are taken on, then 

everyone is back on the coach about 5.30 – 6 pm reaching home around 8 pm. The 

cost per person is around £17 max; there are a few places available to non-members 

resident in Westfield. To book a seat or have more information please contact me, 

number below, or Pam 01424 754226. 

Members are at the clubhouse every Wednesday and Friday 

from 2 pm if you want to come along for a chat and cup of tea 

(£1). Unfortunately the Zumba classes have ceased for the 

time being. Watch this space if they resume. 

The Defibrillator is now installed and we are waiting for it to be registered. An expert will 

give us a demonstration. 

Due to work commitments of the present secretary, the Bowls Club is looking for 

someone who is available to come to committee meetings about every 6 weeks. The job 

involves taking the minutes and sending them out to the committee with the agenda in 

time for the next meeting. There is a little extra work for the AGM. If interested, please 

contact me. 

David Thomas Chairman 01424 754748 

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WESTFIELD COMMUNITY HUB 

at THE NEW INN 

between 10 am & Noon FRIDAYs 

here have been various activities and events since the last newsletter, including a 

T subsidised trip to a Ruth Rendell mystery production, Gallowglass, at the 

Devonshire Park Theatre in Eastbourne back in March. We’re not sure if everyone 

understood who done-it in the end, but it was most enjoyable. 

We’ve repeated the ever popular monthly 50:50 draws, continued the regular Play Your 

Cards Right, organised an Easter raffle and had a wicked quiz to test locals knowledge 

of some of the hundreds of islands that make up the United Kingdom – which was 

almost unanimously judged as too difficult – people were even making donations to 

Hub funds to avoid being asked to participate ! 

Plans are at various states for activities through the rest of the year. The driving treasure 

hunt that was postponed from the end of last year is still on the cards, but a firm date 

still hasn’t been set for that. 

A decision still needs to be made as to what attendance at the village fete in June will 

consist of but something participatory will be on the cards. 

We’re currently signing up anyone who wants to join the collaborative visit to 

Ashburnham Place on Thursday 5 July with the Horticultural Society. We’re also 

keeping our eyes on the various Eastbourne, Bexhill and Hastings theatre schedules as 

these appears to be something most suggested as activities that don’t require much 

activity! A weekend trip, maybe to Devon, is currently being investigated but we’re not 

holding our breath for that one. 

S.B. 

The New Inn on last Wednesday of the month 

Coffee Morning for potential and existing 

hosts, also to raise money for Dogs For Good. 

For more details phone Lorna 01424 400224. 

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Last year Dee became aware of a new craze happening within the UK ‘Rock hunting’ and felt this could work 

in Westfield. After some research pebble painting began, marking the backs with WVR or Westfield Village 

Rocks with a Facebook motive as well so that it would be recognised as a stone belonging to Westfield. 

On 16 February before dawn Dee, quite nervous yet excited, went around the village hiding around 20 

rocks. She then activated the Facebook page to explain how to play and asked a few friends to hunt for the 

rocks and take photos for the group, and hide them again. Gradually word got around and photos of rocks 

were appearing on the group page, children appeared in abundance in search of rocks. Today there are 300 

plus members and to Dee’s knowledge 600 plus rocks have been hidden. 

The aim of WVR is to spread a little happiness, caring and sharing. The benefits are enjoyment, community 

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WESTFIELD LUNCH CLUB 

Westfield Parish Church Hall, Vicarage Lane 

On third Friday of each month (except August) 

Meet at 12.45 for 1 pm lunch 

To book for the first time, giving at least 48 hours notice, ring SALLY* 

Regulars book at one lunch when menu is on show for the next: £4.00 

Monthly Raffle 

Anyone in the parish over 55, disabled or on their own, is welcome at our lunches. 

If getting to the hall is a problem please ring ROSEMARY on 01424 754080 

Rosemary is our new co-ordinator for annual outing and help with transport. 

For all enquiries about meals and to book or cancel 

phone SALLY, she is still the contact on *01424 754927. 

WHITELANDS KENNELS 

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inc Rother & Hastings Rescue Centre 

New homes wanted for Rescue dogs 

Viewings Monday - Saturday 10am prompt 

Fully Licensed 

Doggie Day Care Available 

Fees on a daily/part day basis; discount for 2+ sharing 

all details: Kerrie Robinson 

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Battle Choral Society 

& Orchestra Charity Number:263311 

DIRECTOR OF MUSIC JOHN LANGRIDGE 

J.S. Bach ‘Magnificat’ 

J. Haydn ‘Nelson’ Mass F 

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Saturday 19 May 7.30 pm 

St John’s Church, Pevensey Rd 

St Leonards-on-Sea TN38 0RD 

Tickets £15 each (under-18s £0) available at 

Raggs Boutique, Battle, Adams & Jarrett & 

Holden & Co Solicitors, Robertson St, Hastings 

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Eyes Down: 

Westfield Bingo Club 


Tuesday evenings 7.50 - 9.00pm 

Raffle - Cash Prizes - Bonus Game 

Two sessions 5 games each 

Snowball £20 start up to £85 

Please join us for a fun 

evening to keep this long 

established club active for 

the community 

Westfield Art Group 

“Painting for Pleasure” 

Wednesdays 2 ~ 4 pm 

Parish Hall 

Further details: 

Ruth Cowell 01424 871156 

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Lawn/Grass cutting Turfing 

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General gardening 

Pesticide spraying etc. 

Phone Dave for a free quote 

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Hands of Hope Reg Charity No: 1168016 

This is a new charity benefiting the communities 

of East Sussex and West Kent, using growing 

and cooking to reconnect people with where 

their food comes from, whilst tackling Childhood 

Obesity and Loneliness which are two of the 

biggest challenges in the 21st Century. Already 

farming in Peasmarsh, supporting schools and a 

senior’s lunch club in Northiam, the charity has 

recently purchased 18 acres of beautiful land which includes woodland and even an Edwardian 

Walled Garden on Moor Hill, Hawkhurst. The plan is to restore the garden, which used to feed the 

residents of Hall House, to its former glory and beauty, making the site a place to grow, learn, 

meet and enjoy for everyone in East Sussex and West Kent. 

The plans are (apart from growing food of course!) to create several projects here, including a 

Forest School, Men In Sheds, Hens of Hope, Bee in Company, Schools’ Projects, Helping Hands 

Lunch Clubs, Children and Families’ Cooking Schools and much more. 

We are looking for all kinds of volunteers, skilled and unskilled, including ground workers, joiners, 

brick layers, electricians, plumbers, catering assistants for our food van and so on. Could you 

help? Please get in touch! 

RECRUITING! We are also looking for a cook van manager 

to travel, educate and sell vegetarian food at festivals etc. In 

addition, we are also after a head grower…have you got 

green fingers? Here’s your chance to be right in at the 

infancy of a very exciting project, shaping something that will 

benefit you and many future generations to come. 

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Westfield Parish Council’s Tennis Courts 

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church on the Main Road. 

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SUMMER TOURNAMENT 

Sunday 3rd June 

a round robin event open to visitors 

contact Mary for details 

The annual membership is 

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summer months. Tennis 

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For all details please contact 

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Short Mat Bowls 

Monday 6 ‐ 7 pm 

Wesield Community Hall 

For further informaon 'phone 

John on 751129 

@ Westfield Community Hall 

Legs Bums & Tums with Taris 

Mondays & Wednesdays 

7.15 ‐ 8.15 pm £4.00 

Westfield Cricket Club Home Fixtures List 2018; see website for full list 

19 May 2nd XI Rye CC - 3rd XI League Division 14 East (South) 13:30 Westfield CC 

26 May 1st XI Kerala Strikers Sports Club - 1st XI League Division 11 East 13:30 Westfield CC 

02 June 2nd XI Pevensey CC - 2nd XI League Division 14 East (South) 13:30 Westfield CC 

09 June 1st XI Laughton CC, Sussex - 2nd XI League Division 11 East 13:30 Westfield CC 

16 June 2nd XI Bexhill CC - 5th XI League Division 14 East (South) 13:30 Westfield CC 

23 June 1st XI Herstmonceux CC - 2nd XI League Division 11 East 13:30 Westfield CC 

27 June 1st XI Tenterden CC - Midweek XI Friendly 14:00 Westfield CC 

01 July Shroton CC 1st XI Friendly 13:30 

03 July Brockenhurst CC 1st XI Friendly 13:30 

07 July 1st XI Bells Yew Green CC - 3rd XI League Division 11 East 13:30 Westfield CC 

08 July CricketFest 2018 

14 July 2nd XI Robertsbridge CC - 3rd XI League Division 14 East (South) 13:30 Westfield CC 

21 July 1st XI Chiddingly CC - 2nd XI League Division 11 East 13:30 Westfield CC 

28 July 2nd XI East Dean & Friston CC -2nd XI League Division 14 East (South) 13:30 Westfield CC 

29 July 1st XI Wonersh CC - Friendly XI Friendly 13:30 Westfield CC 

04 August 1st XI Lewes St Michaels CC - 2nd XI League Division 11 East 13:30 Westfield CC 

05 August 1st XI Brightwell cum Sotwell CC - Friendly XI Friendly 13:30 Westfield CC 

11 August 2nd XI Hellingly CC - 4th XI League Division 14 East (South) 13:30 Westfield CC 

18 August 1st XI Polegate & Stone Cross CC - 2nd XI League Division 11 East 13:00 Westfield CC 

25 August 2nd XI Hailsham CC - 4th XI League Division 14 East (South) 13:30 Westfield CC 

01 Sept 1st XI Hailsham CC - 3rd XI League Division 11 East 12:30 Westfield CC 

09 Sept 1st XI Mountfield CC - 1st XI Friendly 13:30 Westfield CC 

16 Sept 1st XI Sedlescombe CC - Sunday 1st XI Cornford 13:00 Westfield CC 

23 Sept 1st XI Jevington CC Friendly 12:30 Westfield CC 

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Westfield Cricket Club Spring 2018 

D 

espite the recent poor weather work has been progressing on the preparation of 

the cricket ground for what will be a very busy and challenging season. 

As previously reported our 1st X1 will be playing in the new Sussex League 

Division 11 and our newly formed 2nd X1 in Division 14 of the same league - this means 

that there will be a home game most Saturdays so please come along and support. Both 

of our junior sections (All Stars for 5 to 8 year olds and Colts from 9 to 17 year olds) will 

be running again in 2018; the Colts started on Monday 23 April from 5 to 6 pm and the All 

Stars will be starting on Sunday 20 May from 10 to 11 am. 

Personnel: Good luck to our four Colts who will be playing adult cricket for the first time 

this season and good luck to all our new signings and returning players. As many of you 

will know, David Legg (Leggy) has stepped down as chair person and has been replaced 

by me, Ian Taylor; on behalf of WCC I would like to thank Leggy for all of his hard work 

over the many years in keeping the cricket club going. I am extremely pleased to say that 

he will still be our Head Groundsman and a valuable member of our committee. 

Sponsors: Sponsorship is a very important element of any sports club and WCC are 

grateful to The New Inn, KN Kitchens and J. Perigoe and Son for their continued 

backing. 

Westfield School: WCC are proud to continue to work with Westfield School and this 

year we are even busier with an after school cricket club running on Wednesday 

afternoons and, when the weather improves, we will be running the Friday lunchtime 

cricket sessions. In addition to these two programmes we are developing with the school 

an inter-school competition which we will host at the cricket ground. 

Events: The Quiz Night on 25 March was a big success with much needed funds raised 

to support the on-going development of WCC, thanks to Patrick and his team for hosting 

the event and to Dan and Min for running the event. CricketFest was a great success for 

WCC last year and we will be repeating the event this year on Sunday 8 July; please see 

poster on page 36 and watch out for further updates; come along and join in. We hope 

that we are blessed with the excellent weather again. 

Membership: The annual cost of membership to WCC for 2018 remains at the very 

competitive price of £1, please come along and enjoy the fun that is Westfield Cricket 

Club. 

New Pavilion: This project is getting closer and the required documentation should be 

completed by the end of April with the next step being to send out tender documents to 

interested parties. WCC is very grateful for all of the support we are receiving from WPC 

and the news that WPC has now purchased the cricket ground is a huge bonus so thank 

you, Westfield Parish Council. 

Nets: The new nets, mentioned in the last report, were due for delivery on 11 April so 

another big step forward in the development of players and the club. 

Members / Players: As a club that is developing strongly and quickly, we are always 

looking to recruit new members and players; if you would like to get involved, either on or 

off the field of play, please contact one of officers below or any other committee member 

that you may know. 

Dave Legg: loolegg@hotmail.com 01424 752003 

Kevin Baker: kev753909@sky.com 07988 635573 

Peter Baker: peterbaker007@hotmail.com 07899 756286 

Ian Taylor: ianinbexhill@gmail.com 07925 585721 

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Westfield Football Club 

Chairman: Graham Knight 

Westfield Youth FC 

ur February to May update for the readers of the Community 

O newsletter mentioned our intention to develop more youth sides at 

age groups u7 to u17. Some of these plans have been delayed by actions of unknown 

persons trying to take over the Guestling Playing fields from its current tenants. A very 

disappointing outcome when we are trying to provide a sound, stable and supportive 

club framework to provide sport opportunities for young children in the rural areas. We 

will update the community as soon as plans are in place and hope residents will 

support the club. Our vision for the future will be to provide teams at all age groups, but 

this takes volunteers, from committee members, team managers and assistants to our 

wonderful parents and players and helpers. If you would like to get involved please 

contact our chairman graham@knightaccountants.co.uk 

As I previously reported we have two youth teams this season. The u13 + 14’s. This 

season is coming to a close, delayed by the very wet winter weather, with the last 

games due to be played by the first weeks in May. 

Results have been difficult to achieve for our u14 side who are looking to add to their 

squad of boys & girls for next season. Contact Paul phobden@icloud.com. 

The u13 have had more success getting to the Top Flight Trophy Cup final at The 

Polegrove against a strong Bexhill Utd team. The occasion was made more special as 

the Westfield boys won the match 4-1. Champions 2018. 

The team also have a chance to win their league, they need to beat Hastings Utd in an 

upcoming fixture at the parish field (and win the rest of their games!!) so still a tough 

task. Hopefully I can report this news in the next newsletter. The team may have space 

for next season contact Heath heath.moir@gmail.com 

With summer almost here you may notice work being carried out soon on the main 

grass area of the parish field. This is funded by the club to improve the playing surface 

and its durability. We hope it doesn't spoil residents enjoyment of the field whilst it's 

completed. 

Don't forget to contact us if you want to get involved, have a child or group of children 

that are looking to join a team, or can help the club as a volunteer or by sponsorship. 

westfieldyouthsecretary@gmail.com 

Team Manager or Sponsor please email westfieldyouthsecretary@gmail.com 

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W e held our first formal grading in March resulting in 

one promotion from white belt to yellow with the next 

grading planned for July 5th. 

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but still have a small number of spaces available. We 

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Year 5 pupils who are considering secondary education in September 2019 are invited to apply. 

Simon Reid, Headmaster said: “All candidates applying for a place will be assessed on their potential, 

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to nearly 650 of our (892) pupils; 20% of those receive a free place with nearly 50% paying less than 10% 

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February 

Window on Westfield 

The Westfield Parish Council Newsletter 

Compiled by the clerk to the Council, Kate Darbyshire. A brief 

summary of Council business conducted at their February, March 

& April meetings. Full minutes are on the website 

http://www.westfieldvillage.co.uk/council-papers 

Council discussed the terms of a new lease for the Tennis Club, and 

negotiations are still ongoing. The Club play an important role in keeping the 

courts in good order, but the Council is keen to increase the use of the courts, 

which are expensive to maintain. It was decided to start using an on-line 

booking system to make it easier for people to see when the courts are 

available for hire. February saw the launch of this news system. You can 

register at: https://fastcourts.com/clubs/WestfieldTennisCourts 

When you register you will receive log in details to enable you to book courts up 

to two weeks in advance. You will also receive updates on forthcoming 

coaching sessions and tennis activities. You can hire the courts for just £2 per 

hour. You will still need to pay for your booking and pick up the key from Londis 

Village Stores. 

March 

Council helped secure 

the future of cricket in 

the village by 

purchasing the Cricket 

Ground, the first major 

land acquisition since 

the Parish Field in 1810. 

Having leased the 

ground since 1927, 

Council has bought the 

freehold from the Dunkley family, who have supported village cricket over many 

years. Council would like to formally thank them for their support and for 

agreeing to sell the ground to the Parish. The Parish is also especially grateful 

to Roger Carrier for all his help in making this happen. The Cricket Club, who 

has maintained the ground so beautifully over the years, can now go ahead with 

their plans for the new Cricket Pavilion, and expand further the opportunities for 

youth and adult cricket in Westfield. 

Some of the fingerposts were cleaned and repaired, and some of the road signs 

had graffiti removed from them. Repairs and cleaning have already been 

scheduled for some of the other street furniture in the parish. 

We received applications from three excellent candidates who wished to be 

Councillors. Patrick Edwards was co-opted as Councillor for the Westfield Ward. 

Patrick will be familiar to many residents, as he is already heavily involved with 

many community events, and we look forward to working with him as Councillor. 

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Council discussed a request to plant more bulbs along Main Road in the 

autumn, as many of the bulbs have died, mainly due to animals and traffic 

pollution. Council agreed to do so and have set a maximum budget for the 

project, and it was agreed use native species where possible. Volunteers will 

be needed to plant the bulbs, with the aim of planting them in August/ 

September. If you would like to help then please contact the Clerk, Kate 

Darbyshire Tel: 01424 756 973 or e-mail: westfieldcouncil@gmail.com 

Councillors discussed the results of the on-line survey about the telephone 

box on Churchfield. 143 responses were received, which Councillors agreed 

was a positive response. Of the 5 options given, the most popular were the 

museum of Westfield with 32.4% of votes and a book exchange with 22.5% of 

votes. (Full details of the survey will be available on the village website.10 

people have volunteered to help with the project. Cllr Tim Hills volunteered to 

lead the volunteer group. Council will need to set a budget for the project once 

more information is available. If you would like to help with the project, then 

please contact Tim: 07832 122 557 

Council agreed to purchase a new dog waste bin to be placed on the grass 

area of Churchfield, opposite the entrance to Whiteland Wood. This is 

following complaints about dog waste in the area, and people using the bin in 

the play area for dog waste. Permission has already been granted by Optivo 

(formerly Amicus) to place a bin there, and quotes are currently being sought. 

April 

We are continuing to experience problems with vehicles parking on the grass 

verge at the top of Workhouse Lane, especially at school drop off/pick up 

times. It is causing damage to the grass and any bulbs trying to grow there. 

Parking here blocks the sight lines for vehicles at the junction, which is already 

a dangerous junction. Council agreed to erect some chestnut posts at the top 

of Workhouse Lane to prevent vehicles parking there. Cllr Tim Hills will be 

arranging for the work to be carried out once the required licence has been 

received from East Sussex Highways. If you witness cars parked or driving 

dangerously in the village you can report them 

http://www.operationcrackdown.org/ You will need a photo and it should show 

the registration number. The Police can then contact the driver and take 

appropriate action. 

Council discussed the possibility of implementing a ‘No Cold Calling’ Zone in 

Westfield, with the help of Rother Neighbourhood Watch. This would help 

prevent unsolicited doorstep sales of goods or services. Residents are 

encouraged to display a sign, on the reverse of which are instructions for 

dealing with unsolicited traders. If you would like to see a No Cold Calling 

Zone, then please sign the petition: https://www.change.org/p/westfield-parishcouncil-implement-a-no-cold-calling-zone-in-westfield 

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Council received confirmation that Rother District Council (RDC) will support 

urban grass cutting for one year only, following the reduction from 6 urban 

grass cuts to 2 provided by East Sussex Highways. The cost will be met from 

their reserves. RDC will cover the cost this year, but local councils will need to 

decide what levels of grass cutting they want for 2019/20 and will need to 

determine how to meet the cost of this. Council have made provision in this 

year’s budget for an additional urban grass cut, as they did last year. 

Other News 

Tennis Coaching 

Following the success of last year, we are delighted to announce that Louis 

from 6 love Tennis Coaching has returned to Westfield for this year’s junior 

coaching sessions on Mondays, 5-6pm. They will continue until October half 

term (except on bank holidays and school holidays). This year primary and 

senior school children can attend, and Louis will tailor the coaching to meet 

everyone's skill levels. You can just turn up and pay £5 for a pay and play 

session. The sessions have already proven very popular again this year! 

Poppy display 

As you may already be aware, this year the Council are organising a large 

poppy display on Churchfield, to commemorate 100 years since the end of 

World War I. Council are inviting groups and individuals to make poppies to 

be displayed in November. They can be made out of anything but will need to 

be able to withstand the elements, and you will need to think how they will be 

displayed. Some examples are on the website and Facebook page. Council 

will arrange collecting the poppies and the display, which will include use of 

the trees. If you would like to make some poppies, or would like to help with 

the display then please contact the Clerk, Kate Tel 01424 756 973 e-mail 

westfieldcouncil@gmail.com 

There will be a workshop in the coming months for people to come along and 

make poppies and bring along those they have already made. Watch this 

space! 

Spring Village Tidy 

for photo of bags, see front cover 

Thank you to everyone who turned up on 

such a beautiful day to help with the spring 

tidy on the 21 st April. We had 45 volunteers of 

all ages, who between them collected 27 

bags of rubbish. We also separated out all 

the plastic bottles which were sent off for recycling. 

The next tidy will take place in October (date to be 

confirmed). We hope to see you there. 

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Planning Report 


Rother District Council planning decisions for Westfield made since 

February 2018 are listed below. Full details of these applications 

and others awaiting a decision may be viewed online at 

www.planning.rother.gov.uk or at Bexhill Town Hall. 

Planning Applications Approved: 

RR/2017/2220/P - Nortons Farm, The Oast, Kent Street TN33 0SG 

Change of use of curtilage land for use as a small business for short term 

holiday letting (Shepherd's Hut). 

RR/2017/2184/P - Trefel, New Cut, Westfield TN35 4RD 

Convert garage to room with first floor extension over. Porch extension to front 

with balcony over. Doors to replace windows at rear. Change materials to 

render on the ground floor with cladding to first floor. 

RR/2017/2649/P - Fishponds Farmhouse, Fishponds Lane TN35 4SX 

The keeping of horses on land at Fishponds Farm and the construction of 

stables, stable yard and the continuation of the existing house driveway to 

provide access - amendment to RR/2017/329/P. 

RR/2017/2625/P - Great Buckhurst Farm, Bluemans Lane TN33 0SE 

Demolition of part of existing outbuilding and erection of new garage/workshop 

building. 

RR/2017/2824/P - Westfield Cricket Ground, Downoak Farm TN35 4SL 

Variation of condition 2 imposed on RR/2017/622/P to increase footprint and 

width of front entrance ramp. 

RR/2017/2577/P - Great Buckhurst Farm, Bluemans Lane TN33 0SE 

Proposed extension to dwelling and changes to external materials. 

RR/2018/416/P - Meadowsweet Cottage, Church Lane TN35 4QB 

Single storey rear extension, front entrance porch and side carport. Detached 

garden room building and relocation of existing greenhouse in rear garden. 

Entrance gates. 

Planning Applications Refused: 

RR/2017/2689/P - Horsemans Cottage, New Cut, Westfield TN35 4RL 

Proposed building to provide ancillary self-contained annexe accommodation. 

The National Crime Survey 

Rural residents are being urged to have their say in a major new survey about 

crime in the countryside. The survey aims to determine the true personal, social 

and economic cost of rural crime and anti-social behaviour across the country. 

The survey is open for submissions until Sunday 10 June, and can be found here: 

www.nationalruralcrimenetwork.net 

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Westfield's Annual Parish Assembly 2018 

A huge thank you to all the groups/clubs and residents that came along to the 

Parish Assembly on 17th April, it was good to see so many people there! 

Also, thanks to PCSOs Darryl Holter and Emma Phillips who stepped in at the 

last minute to give us an update on the model for policing in Westfield, and 

Cllr Carl Maynard for the update from ESCC and RDC. 

Chairman, Michael Edwards, gave a report of some of the completed projects 

and upcoming projects, and his full report is available to view on the website 

and in the Council’s Annual Report. Michael thanked Brian Firman and Paul 

Masters for their help in keeping the village tidy and in good repair, Toby 

Walsh and his team for their continued efforts in maintaining the War 

memorial, and Roger Carrier for his determination in negotiating the recent 

purchase of the Cricket Ground. 

Special thanks went to Joan Downing BEM, who stepped down as Councillor 

last year, after serving an incredible 43 years on the Council! 

Westfield Parish Council Members 

Parish Assembly continued on page 47 

Westfield Ward: 

Roger Bowe 01424 752728 Tim Hills 07832 122557 

Michael Horley 01424 751217 Hamish Monro 01424 754992 

Min Stratford 07952 995743 Sarah Green 07725 718115 

Patrick Edwards 07791 456573 

Kent Street Ward: 

Peter Stapley 01424 751499 

Carly Taylor 07947 303534 

Westfield Lane Ward: 

Michael Edwards (Chairman) 01424 752272 

James Woodhead 01424 754509 

E-mails for Councillors should be addressed to them, and sent to the Council 

address: westfieldcouncil@gmail.com 

Parish Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer 

Kate Darbyshire 01424 756 973 

To keep up to date with all the latest Parish Council news 

and events, find and like us on FaceBook. 

www.facebook.com/Westfieldparishcouncilsussex 

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Volunteer Awards 

This year the certificates went to: 

Ian Taylor – Chairman of the Cricket Club 

In recognition of Ian’s dedication and support of the 

Cricket Club and his continued efforts with the exciting 

new pavilion project. This award however is 

particularly for his efforts with developing the youth 

team, junior coaching and working with the school to 

encourage children to take up cricket as a sport. 


Dionne Homewood – Westfield Village Rocks 

This is a new initiative that Dionne started, and she 

continues to manage the FaceBook page and paint 

hundreds of rocks. The idea is that people decorate rocks 

which they hide around the village, which are then found 

and re-hidden. The project has really sparked people’s 

imaginations and has encouraged residents to get out and 

about in the village and has proven to be a real success. 

Jon & Gill Attewell – Westfield Football Club 

This certificate was presented in recognition of their 

dedication to the club over several years. Jon is 

groundsman, tea lady, team driver, handyman and 

away supporter. Gill is the Club’s Secretary and 

Treasurer. Both have been actively involved with the 

club since 2009 and have been instrumental in the 

smooth running of the Football Club. 

The Rose Bowl 

Since 2005 the Rose Bowl is given each year to mark dedication and 

community spirit shown by an individual volunteer over many years, which 

brings a community benefit to the residents of Westfield. 

Richard Milward – Westfield Christmas Lights 

Richard has been involved for many years 

with the Christmas Lights which now seem 

to be world famous. He has been 

instrumental in organising the collections for 

St Michael’s Hospice, which raises 

thousands of pounds every year. Last year 

the lights raised a fantastic £10,385.29. 

Richard has now stepped down from 

organising the collections, and we wish him 

well, but would like to thank him for 

everything that he has done over the years. 

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