WINTER 2021 | The Bell Chichester are theirs, (ask them about Chris Grayling) room table. I typed the contributions into my computer, and ours is Arundel. Do you think for one moment that then they were painstakingly edited with John’s either of those towns would decline an adequate bypass expertise and printed off. I can still hear John saying, “… on the grounds that it would cause more problems for change the spacing of this by 2 points”. At first, I had to us? Nonsense ask, what is a point? Then came the mammoth task of making the camera- Twenty miles West of Arundel, Emsworth is a similar ready paste-up – juggling the 45 or so adverts town also on the A27. Methinks you should perhaps intermingled with all the articles and photos. This “take the beam out of thine own eye....” (Matthew 7:5) ‘treasure’ was then taken to our printers, a local firm This is not ‘talking dreamily’ Joe and absolutely not the in Littlehampton. The quality of the publication was rampant idyll and conjecture fantasized by anti-passers always a tribute to John’s skills. Later we managed to such as yourself.... have colour photos- today the magazine is in full colour, greatly enlarged and enhanced. It is current fact that it has a similar town centre; a From a humble beginning I am delighted that The Bell bustling place with all the shops Arundel now lacks. It continues to serve Arundel as it begins its 27th year. also has a similar inner relief road that rarely encounters anything like the crawling jams that Arundel suffers from JOE HAYES and why? Because it HAS a dual carriageway running Former mayor and co-founder, with John Munro, just North of that, which flows freely, taking all through traffic out of the equation; with none of the grotesque of The Bell associations postulated by those against. Have you been Please send your letters to: there- with your eyes and mind open? The Editor, 1 Tarrant Wharf, Arundel BN18 9NY or email them to [email protected] I now live four hundred metres from that dual carriageway; the part that is a blessed relief to traverse 51 between Havant and Chichester. I’ll tell you that it does not interfere with my life at all, but it surely, surely would if all that traffic was on the A259, grinding through the villages it bypasses. CHRIS WAITE Southbourne THE BELL’S BIRTHDAY THE Bell has its 26th birthday but it seems like just a few years ago The Bell magazine was created. John Munro and I joined forces to set up the Lee Abbey mission, Tell Arundel, which involved working closely with all three churches. From our experience John realised there was a possibility for a town magazine. It would be published quarterly and a free copy would go to every home and business in our area. The church’s news would reach a much larger audience. The three churches agreed and appointed a member to join the Editorial team which would discuss every article and advert and any felt unfit for publication could be vetoed. It was 1995- at that time letterboxes were flooded with freebie papers, full of ads. We decided to limit advertising space to 20%. Before the first issue went to press, advertising for the entire year was sold and paid for up front! Soon there was a list of advertisers waiting for space to become available. To this day the magazine remains self-supporting, having never asked any of the churches for a contribution. Production in the early days took place on my dining
The Bell | WINTER 2021 Entertaining Arundel 13 Tarrant Street, Arundel, BN18 9DG Here you will find a wide selection of home-made cakes and pastries, cream teas, full lunches, lighter snacks – all made on the premises – 01903 882977 together with a wide choice of drinks to enjoy your meal. £ 25 Tarrant Street, Arundel BN18 9DG The chefs at the new look Butlers are creating beautifully presented, classic, modern cuisine. The light, airy bar and beautiful Mediterranean 01903 882222 terrace are open for cocktails, wine, and coffee. Our gorgeous new private dining room is also now open for events, parties or a small get together. ££ www.butlersarundel.co.uk At The China Palace you will not just find a large Shezuan menu but tastes and aromas from every corner of Asia. Malay, Vietmanese & Thai. Our Chefs are varied to bring the taste of Asia to the centre of Arundel. ££ 67 High Street, BN18 9AJ Juniper offers a varied selection of delicious meals, both savory and 01903 883702 sweet, freshly prepared to order. A charming and very welcoming 31 Tarrant Street, Arundel, BN18 9DG environment awaits visitors - many people pop in for coffee and end up 07967633276 staying for lunch, cake or a glass of prosecco! The cosy front opens up to a spacious room at the back, decorated in a contemporary style. The coffee is highly rated and Jenny’s cakes are amazing! “Just the tonic for hungry visitors”. Instagram @juniper_arundel • www.juniper.fyi £ PAPPARDELLE Ristorante Pappardelle is a traditional Italian Ristorante, open lunchtime and & OSTERIA evening but closed on Sunday. Osteria Pappardelle is more informal, open all day every day offering light meals, pastries, Musetti coffee and a fully stocked bar. ££ 41 High Street, Arundel, BN18 9AG 01903 882024 (Ost) 01903 882025 (Pap) London Road, Comfy seating and traditional hospitality you will find hearty food, prepared Arundel, fresh and daily by our fantastic chef. Our menu changes with the seasons and BN18 9BA promises contentment. Rooms available. 01903 883145 ££ 52
WINTER 2021 | The Bell Mill Road, Swanbourne Lodge is situated at the gateway of the magnificent 1,000 Arundel acre Arundel Park. Cream Teas • Open daily all year round • Rowing Boat BN18 9PA Hire • Over 30 Flavours of Ice-Cream available. 01903 884293 £ www.swanbournelodge.co.uk A beautiful Georgian Coaching Inn full of History. Set in the ground of Arundel Castle, with 37 individually decorated guest bedrooms. Dine with High Street, Arundel, West Sussex, us in our fantastic restaurant or relax in ’The Tap’ which brings a host of BN18 9AB local brewers and vineyards together to offer their finest drinks. Catch some 01903 882101 sun in our sun trapped secret garden, a rare offering within Arundel. We look forward to seeing you. www.norfolkarmsarundel.com ££ 2&8 Castle Mews, The Parsons Table offers locally sourced, seasonal food using classical Tarrant St, Arundel, cooking techniques to create incredible flavours. Join us in our comfortable BN18 9DG contemporary space for lunch and dinner and enjoy our sunny terrace in 01903 883477 the Summer months. www.theparsonstable.co.uk ££ The Swan Hotel Our traditional menu makes us one of the very best pubs in Arundel serving food. From our full English breakfast with local sausages and fair- 27-29 High Street, Arundel, BN18 9AG trade espresso, to the classic fish and chips. 01903 882314 ££ The WaTerside Café Family run cafe with motor boat hire right on the River Arun. Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PA £ 07779 930236 [email protected] Arundel You drink - we drive! 4,6 and 8 seater available. Station 01903 884444/889988 www.castlecarsltd.co.uk Food Disabled Access Dogs Allowed Rooms No Dogs Live Music To be included in Entertaining Arundel please call Pauline Allen on 01903 885378 £ = Low price range ££ = Mid price range £££ = High price range 53
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The Bell | WINTER 2021 Directory of Groups To make any changes or to be added to these listings please call Gill on 889918. ARTS Nina Bryant 722229 Sharon Blaikie [email protected] Arundel Art Society Malcolm Farquharson 885866 Arundel Festival of the Arts [email protected] Arundel Museum Society Michelle Brown 236721 Bill Brennan 885250 / 07761 652154 Arundel Players Diane Ayling 882819 Cathy Stables 01243 782240 Downland Art Society Drip Action Theatre Caroline Cox [email protected] Poetry Arun, Warwick Court [email protected] Sussex Scribes Calligraphy www.pheonix-bigband.co.uk 07976 313733 MUSIC 882830 Arun Choral Society 884760 Arundel Community Singers 889996 Phoenix Big Band Debbie Wells 07787 169977 01798 831407 Riversong Isabelle Pietersz Sarah Prideaux 01903 773758 The Alternatives Stephen Neiman [email protected] Arundel’s own Rock Band 07955 782854 [email protected] 884192 The Hanover Band Bury Village Hall 0845 4741908 07974008392 or 01243 552033 PRE-SCHOOL Gill Hart [email protected] 01903 882431 The Learning Tree [email protected] 0845 2691908 Chuckleberries Pre-School 882262 YOUNGSTERS 368248 882756 1st Arundel Beavers 1st Arundel Rainbows Rachel Stanford 3rd Arundel (St Nicholas) Guides Karen Snewin Ist Arundel Scout Group www.arundelscouts.org.uk (Beavers, Cubs & Scouts) Lynn Kendall Arundel Youth Club Centurion Explorer Scouts, Arundel Bob Rendall Scout Hall Bookings St Nicholas Church Parents, Carers and Toddlers SOCIAL Arundel Bridge Club Marion Denney Arundel Catenian Association Jim Edwards Go Club Sue Paterson 889825 Men’s Breakfast Les Voke 884156 56
WINTER 2021 | The Bell The Victoria Institute [email protected] 01903 884786 [email protected] Women’s Institute (Green Lane) Elizabeth Parry 01903 883729 SPORTS Margaret Beech [email protected] Chairman: Mark Harrington 01903 721941 Arundel Boat Club www.arundelfc.co.uk 07859 108941 Arundel Bowling Club Membership Secretary, Karen Byrne 882548 Arundel Cricket Club Coach: Colin Piper 07887652618 Arundel Football Club [email protected] www.arundel-lido.com [email protected] Arundel Lawn Tennis Club 882404 Phil McErlain 734335 Arundel Lido Secretary: Steve Love 02380-694988 or 7585553707 Carole Barker Arunners Running Club www.arundelpilates.co.uk 01903 882734 Arundel Petanque Club Fiona Howells 07456 427172 Arundel Pilates James Rufey 882462 Arundel Yoga Club Dawn Bailey Friends of Arundel Castle 07961 171567 Cricket Club (FACCC) Yoga for the Community SPECIAL GROUPS Arundel Agenda 21 Kay Wagland [email protected] 884926 Arundel Bus Group Pauline Halls 882732 Arundel Chamber of Commerce Sharon Blaikie [email protected] Arundel Community Land Trust Hilary Knight [email protected] Arundel Community Orchard Group Nell Paton 01903 885300 Arundel Community Partnership Andy Batty 883571 Arundel Fairtrade Group Pip Young 884311 Arundel Gardens Association Bob Tanner Arundel for Peace in Palestine Anne Alidina 882127 Arundel Masonic Lodge James Hazelgrove Arundel Riding for the Disabled Irene Holmes 01903 882758 Arundel Wine Society Richard Esling ASCA Arundel Surgery [email protected] Community Association [email protected] Forget-me-not Dementia Group John Munro 01903 882061 Macular Support Group Julia Plumstead 07884 491094 Mid Arun Valley Environmental Survey Richard Brennan [email protected] www.arundelprobus.club 882191 Probus Club of Arundel Chairman Angela Standing 01903 884997 Royal British Legion Say Aphasia 07786540889 Say Aphasia 718639 St Nicholas Bellringers David Hall 07743 159437 Swallow Club Daniel Hodson [email protected] 07796143118 01903 884724 [email protected] 07801 233094 57
The Bell | WINTER 2021 Useful Numbers Airports: Gatwick 0844 8920322 Heathrow 0844 3351801 Buses: Stansted 0844 3351803 Southampton 0844 4817777 Chamber of Commerce: Arun Community Transport Churches: Compass Travel 01903 792110 Stagecoach 01903 690025 Councils: 01903 237661 Enquiries District Councillor: 07780 705813 Electricity: Baptist Gas: Cathedral 01243 587199 / 07711 889388 Hospitals: St Nicholas 01903 882297 Arun District 01903 882262/885209 Library: Town Council 01903 737500 MP: Andrew Griffith • Messages for Arundel Town Councillors may be 01903 882954 Museum: left at the Town Hall office and will be forwarded. Police: West Sussex 01243 777100 Post Office: 01903 884678 Schools: Paul Dendle Streetlights: 0800 0727282 Surgery: Emergency Tourist Information Office: 0800 111999 Trains: Escape 01243 788122 Water: St Richard’s 01903 882543 58 Arundel 01903 205111 Worthing 01903 883188 Enquiries [email protected] 01903 885866 Enquiries 999 101 Emergency 01903 882510 Non-emergency 01903 882113 Delivery and Sorting Office 01903 883149 Post Office Counter 01903 882115 C of E Primary 08457 581622 St Philip’s Catholic Primary Faults 01903 882191 01903 882517 Appointments 01903 737838 Emergencies Enquiries 08457 484950 Linkline Enquiries 0330 303 0368 Leakline 0800 820999
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