A talk by Kevin Newman to Beeding & Bramber Local History Society on 4th February at 7:45pm in the Village Hall, Upper Beeding. The talk includes material relating to the fallen and survivors from Botolphs, Small Dole and Edburton.
Category Archives: Talk
Steyning Grammar School — 400 Years of Education
A talk to the Henfield History Group by Dr. Janet Pennington of the Sussex School of Archaeology. Dr. Pennington was the archivist at Lancing College for eighteen years and is the author of Chanctonbury Ring: The Story of a Sussex Landmark. At 8:00pm on Tuesday 13th January, Free Church Hall, Henfield.
Wolstonbury in winter
A guided walk exploring the woods and ancient downland of one of the most remarkable hills on the South Downs. Here you will discover ancient beech trees, a mysterious history and a bizarre lunar landscape created by billions of ants.
Booking not needed. Sunday, 11th January 2015, 10:00am — 1:00pm, all tickets £3. Meet at Clayton recreation ground, just off the A273. More Information: Graham Wellfare, 01273 857712, graham.wellfare@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Common Woodland Bryophytes
Sussex Wildlife Trust is offering a course taught by Graeme Lyons in Woods Mill on Friday 20th February from 10:00am to 4:00pm:
An introduction to bryophytes, their taxonomy and ecology. We will learn the terminology and different parts of the plants before spending the morning identifying specimens in doors. After lunch we will venture into the woods where we will identify bryophytes in the field. Many of the plants are very small and use hand lenses are required throughout. Latin names will also be used in the absence of widely used English names. Suitable for people who have had some experience in plant identification and introduction to taxonomy. Also for ecologists, professionals, biology and ecology students.
You will need to book.
How to Engage in the Planning Process for the Benefit of Wildlife
[If you are planning to convert your field into a campsite, or trying to stop someone else from doing so, then this brief tutorial may be just what you need.]
Laura Brook and Jess Price look at how to engage with planning processes and its impact on wildlife with reference to biodiversity legislation and how to respond to planning applications on biodiversity grounds: (i) an introduction to the planning system in England and key biodiversity legislation & guidance; (ii) the process involved in responding to a planning application on biodiversity grounds; and (iii) some examples of planning applications. A basic run through of the planning system in England and key biodiversity legislation and guidance. An outline of the process involved in responding to a planning application on biodiversity grounds. The course will be run from an ecological stand point and will not cover other planning issues.
Woods Mill, Thursday 12th February, 6:30pm–9:00pm. Book here.
The Fall & Rise of the de Braose Dynasty
The de Braose family, the Lords of Bramber, played a significant role in the history of England from their seat in the Adur Valley. The presentation will bring to life the turbulent times of the Anarchy ‘When Christ and His Saints Slept’. You will hear of the ‘Ogre of Abergavenny’ whose wife and child fell victim to King John’s rage, of the bishop who built cathedrals and opposed the King, and of his brother the baron who regained the family’s status and lands. A talk by John & Jeanette Simpson to Beeding & Bramber Local History Society on January 7th at 7:45pm in Upper Beeding Village Hall.
Open Studio
Fulking fused glass artist Pauline Findlay is holding an Open Studio in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support at Broadreeds on Friday 5th (5-8pm) and on Saturday 6th December (10am-3pm). All are welcome.
Wreath DIY at Saddlescombe
Create your own Christmas wreath with materials collected from the downs. Take a festive walk and collect your holly and ivy. Return to historic Saddlescombe farm to make your very own Christmas decorations in front of a roaring fire in the Tudor Scullery. Mulled apple juice, mince pies and roast chestnuts will be included.
Booking essential. Monday, 22nd December 2014, 10:00am — 1:00pm, adult £6, child £3. More info here.
Habitat Management for Invertebrates
A Sussex Wildlife Trust course at Woods Mill taught by Graeme Lyons. This course looks at management issues for invertebrates and how these are applied to different habitats. Mainly a classroom based course with an excursion around Woods Mill to look at management of habitats and micro-habitats for invertebrates that are often over-looked. It is suitable for ecologists, professionals, biology and ecology students and for people who may have some responsibility for land management. Woods Mill, Friday 5th December, 10:00–16:00. Click here to book.
The Royal Sussex Regiment in WWI
A talk by Matthew Jones of the West Sussex Record Office to the Henfield History Group at 8:00pm on Tuesday 11th November, in the Free Church Hall, Henfield.