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Common Woodland Bryophytes

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Woodland mosses and liverworts
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.

Ruby Gough RIP

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Many villagers will recall with affection Ruby Gough who lived in Fulking Cottage with her husband Roger between 1965 and 2002, who died recently. She maintained the village scrapbook for many years. Her funeral is being held at 11:00am on Thursday 8th January at The Downs Crematorium, the Rev. Graham Jeffery will be officiating.

Preston Nomads: looking for bar staff

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Preston Nomads Clubhouse - Downs in background

Preston Nomads are looking for someone to join their staff to help cover the bar for a few hours a week, mainly in the evenings and at weekends.  Applicants must be over 18, due to the sale of alcohol, but there’s no upper age limit!  They must be trustworthy and reliable with a friendly and outgoing personality.  No previous experience is necessary as full training will be provided.  The season runs from mid April until early September.  They offer a competitive rate of pay and an excellent working environment.
If interested please contact Phil Brown or call 01273 857497.

Parish Council 8th January 7:30pm Village Hall

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Fulking Parish Council will hold their quarterly meeting at 7:30 on Thursday January 8th in the Village Hall — agenda. Members of the Press and Public are welcome to attend.

Andrea Dickson
Clerk to Fulking Parish Council
01444 451060/andreadicksonfpc@gmail.com

How to Engage in the Planning Process for the Benefit of Wildlife

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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.

Bobservation No. 3

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Sepia picture of Shepherd & Dog Pub, Fulking. Taken 1952

The Village Hub…

The Shepherd & Dog is becoming the hub of Fulking. Dave and Emily have created the atmosphere that is expected in a good village pub. You will find very good food, excellent service and a warm welcome. The ample wine list is most imaginative (as well as an amusing read) and there is a very good selection of ales and lagers.

Having been a devotee of the Shepherd & Dog for 65 years (it was a bit of a dump when I first went but at least there were no drink and drive limits in those days!) I have seen good times and bad.   Now it is back to the good times and I encourage you to give this hard working young couple your support, you will be pleasantly surprised.

In my opinion this charming 18th century pub is one of the most attractive places to eat and drink in the area and is a classic example of what a traditional English pub should be.