Category Archives: Lifestyle

On July 18, 1811, George Tupper was cutting his ploughshare through the rich soil of ‘The Berry’ – one of the strips he farmed in the northern shadow of the South Downs at Bignor.   With a sickening crack, the

With A levels, GCSEs and a host of other exams well under way, I think it’s important that we help our teenagers as much as we possibly can to reduce their daily anxiety and stress levels.   The expectations on

Fittleworth is a picturesque village situated on the River Rother to the north east of Chichester.   Fittleworth sits within the South Downs National Park, and includes the hamlets of Little Bognor, Coates and parts of Egdean and Bedham.  

This week’s article continues to explore the history of Bishop Luffa School from the 1980s.   Major changes occurred at the school in the 1980s, not least with the retirement in 1981 of head teacher Mr Leslie Bartlett, who had

This week’s article will explore the history of Wingard, from its formation to its move to Chichester after the Second World War.   Wingard Ltd was founded in April, 1930, by Mr P.N. Matton for the prime purpose of acquiring

St John the Evangelist Chapel was a privately funded church built in the early 19th century, a time that saw a rapidly increasing local population and a shortage of places of worship.   In Chichester at this time, there was

IN THE North transept of Chichester Cathedral there is a memorial for the composer Gustav Holst. This is a result of the notable connection between Holst and Chichester, mainly through his friendship with former Bishop of Chichester George Bell, and

Although Southdown Motor Services began with a heavy focus on the geographical areas of Worthing, Brighton and London, the company soon started to take over a series of other local businesses, creating one large company that ran a number of

Trying to create more happiness in your world will have a big impact on your health and wellbeing.   Add some feel good behaviours into your day and see the difference it makes.   Wish someone good. At least once

THE SOUTHDOWN Motor Services Ltd was well-known for its distinctive green and cream colour scheme for their popular buses and coaches that carried passengers along the South Coast and was iconic among its residents.   The company aimed to provide