Our April outing was to the Bluebell Woods at Arlington. We hired three scooters for those not able to walk the distance, but everyone else managed the half mile walk in lovely sunshine; the bluebells were at their best. Derek particularly liked his scooter and we didn’t see him only in passing as he just went round and round with his new toy! There were also a few animals, plant and book stalls, and a nice cafe to enjoy a coffee break. Then on to the Horse and Groom Harvester at Polegate for an excellent three course meal. All in all a lovely day out.
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March 2023 Outing
On March 12th, after negotiating pouring rain and floods, we arrived at Coombs Farm where, in the barns it was nice and dry and saw various new born lambs and expectant mums. We had a coffee break in the barn, then Julian took us the scenic way to the Toby at Worthing where we had an excellent meal.
February 2023 Outing
On 21st February we visited Rustington museum which was small but interesting and well presented in its new home. On to the Gravy Boat at Littlehampton for a superb meal. We are never disappointed here; service and food excellent and a good choice. Julie really enjoyed her mussels ! We did miss our walk by the river because of pouring rain all day.
Pancake Day 2024
On Monday 12th Feb. Southlanders held their Pancake Day. Ann made the pancakes for them with various fillings, followed by races causing much fun and laughter as can be seen in the pictures.
2024 Easter Cake Stall
Thursday 21st March – Easter Cake Stall – 10 am until 12. with gifts and raffle prizes
December 2023 Outing
We went to Mayberry’s Garden Centre for a lovely Christmas meal to end 2023, – enjoyed by everyone.
Christmas Party 2023
On Monday December 11th we had our annual Xmas party which was attended by nearly all our members. We had a sit down buffet and then entertainment by Keith Hayman, Cliff Richard’s musical director . He was excellent. You can see from the videos everyone joined in and had a good time, thanks to Ann who organised it with help from Sam Tania Angie Kath Julian and Christine.
Christmas Fayre 2023
On Saturday 25th November we held a very successful Xmas Fayre raising £730 for funds.
The weather was kind to us and because of the leaflet drop a lot of people attended. The stalls consisted of books puzzles cakes Xmas gifts jewellery and bric a brac, mustn’t forget the kitchen staff who sold light refreshments and drinks. Thanks to everyone for working so hard to make it a very successful day, and it beat last years result which makes it all the more rewarding.
November 23 Outing
November 21st Outing
We went to the Old Barn Garden Centre at Dial Post for some Xmas Shopping, then on to Poppins in Worthing for a superb meal .
Harvest Festival 2023
On Sunday October 1st The Free Church of England and Southlanders held a Harvest Festival Service at Milward Court, the fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers were auctioned after the service and raised over £100 to go to local charities, and the dry items went to the homeless of Shoreham.