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Save Millais Day Nursery

Gayle — Thu, 01 May 2008 14:54:34 GMT

Please sign our petition to save Millais Day Nursery in Horsham, West Sussex from closure, by cutting and pasting the link below into your address bar.

www.savemillaisnursery.co.uk/index.php?option=com_joomlapetition&It...

We have until Monday 5 May to collect as many signatures as possible.

Millais Day Nursery, has run successfully for the last 11 years and is rated as one of the top childcare providers in Horsham (according to Ofsted). The nursery staff are dedicated to the children and offer a very high standard of care, a standard of care we believe we would be unable to find anywhere else in the local area.

Like many other districts, boroughs and cities in the UK, Horsham suffers from a shortage of nurseries, this decision goes against the government’s plan to increase childcare facilities and encourage mothers to return to work.

Please help us to save Millais.

Tesco car park, more pain

Dancemix — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 16:28:27 GMT

I know we have discussed this before, but it's getting worst and dangerous IMO.

I have just returned from Tesco in Broadbridge Heat, and once again the parking is becoming a complete nightmare. They have apparently finished the store, and it's got a really good selection, but I have a complete loss of words to describe how frustrating the shopping journey becomes. The queues in and out are ridiculous, the new layout of the car park is dangerous as marking is poor, and I have seen a few near misses probably fueled by frustration of the drivers. And the fuel queue is also painful. And I don't like their beans......:P

Shame I can't swear here, because I really fell like doing so right now!:angry:

Anyway, we are switching to the other store with a dodgy car parking policy, at least it's safer whilst I think about sending in a letter.

Want to make some great paper planes?

AndyH — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 22:20:50 GMT

I found this website today and it really is good. I have tried some of the planes and they fly very well. So next time you are bored at work.......

http://www.paperairplanes.co.uk/:)

Restrictions on photographers

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 19:55:50 GMT

As someone who (nearly) always has a camera with me I was interested to read the article linked below on the BBC. It would seem that the police and others are getting a bit sensitive about those of us who stop and take pictures whenever we spot a potential image.

I will carry on regardless whilst observing the sensitivities of pointing the camera at other peoples children. What do you think?

Innocent photographer or terrorist?

Dragon Speak Expert

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 20:29:42 GMT

I have a client on my computer business who needs an expert on Dragon Speak. Whilst I am happy to bluff my way through most programs I am looking for a contact who knows this program inside out and can help my disabled client.

Although the client has used v9.0 and v8.0 the program now refuses to recognise one of the two profiles that it has learned.

If you are an expert please contact me via my PM

Thanks

Do you enjoy the company of animals?

Petnanny — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 15:38:24 GMT

Nina's Nannies for Pets are currently recruiting in the Horsham and surrounding area. We are looking for people/couples to stay within our clients homes providing care for the pets and properties while they are away.

This type of work is ideally suited to a retired person or couple who wants the pleasure of a pet without the expense or responsibility. All applicants are however, considered on merit.

If you are a non smoker, with your own transport and have experience of domestic pets, why not visit our website for further information [url=www.ninasnanniesforpets.co.uk]www.ninasnanniesforpets.co.uk[/url]

Please note however, that we cannot consider applicants who already have work commitments since you are only permitted three hours away from our clients properties each day (excluding dog walks).

Google AdSense

Sat, 09 Feb 2008 10:06:54 GMT

I am thinking about adding Google's AdSense to Hidden Horsham to raise a bit of revenue. I accept that I won't be able to retire early on the revenue but it may bring a few shillings.

Do any of you web site developers out there have experience of this or other ad based programs. The ones I use at the moment, Frith, Amazon, Plus etc aren't bringing my retirement plans any closer.

Thanks for any help

Something to think about

AndyH — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 22:14:29 GMT

I found this puzzle on the internet and it has obviously stimulated alot of debate. What do you think? Would the plane take off?

http://pogue.blogs.nytimes.com/2006/12/11/the-airplane-treadmill-conundrum/

sussex house prices set to fall

Energy assessor — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 13:30:51 GMT

Just read in the argus paper, homes across sussex set to fall massively in value, http://www.theargus.co.uk/news/generalnews/display.var.1989716.0.millions_of_pounds_to_tumble_from_sussex_house_prices.php
Well if anyone needs a home information pack i have special deal for local sellers under the offers section, but be quick hip packs will rise dramatically upon expected demand.

M: Argos link updated to make it clickable

Bluebell Railway - Branch Line Weekend 23 / 24 February

bluebellnutter — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:41:45 GMT

[url]http://www.bluebell-railway.co.uk/bluebell/events/branch_line08.html[/url]

Details now online for this event. Engines in steam scheduled to be...

[u][b]SECR O1 no. 65[/b][/u]
[img]http://thumbs.fotopic.net/824038000929.jpg[/img]

[u][b]SECR C no. 592[/b][/u]
[img]http://thumbs.fotopic.net/777044000047.jpg[/img]

[u][b]GWR 'Dukedog' no. 9017[/b][/u]
[img]http://thumbs.fotopic.net/755044000047.jpg[/img]

[u][b]LBSCR E4 no. 32473[/b][/u]
[img]http://thumbs.fotopic.net/787044000047.jpg[/img]

[u][b]BR 4MT no. 80151[/b][/u]
[img]http://thumbs.fotopic.net/863046000042.jpg[/img]

And visiting [b][u]GWR 14xx no. 1450[/u][/b] running with autocach 178
[img]http://thumbs.fotopic.net/479040000544.jpg[/img]

Pre-booking for the auto-train is advised, and fare information can be found here

[url]http://www.bluebell-railway.co.uk/bluebell/events/fares.html#obo[/url]

Several of the trains will resemble those which ran on the lines from horsham to Guildford and Brighton during the dying days of the lines, and will feature many of the lines award winning carriages as well as some of their historical and often unique engines.

Also at the second link above are the dates and prices for the spring "Bluebell specials" where you can travel in the lines 1903 observation carriage to see the Bluebells in full bloom along the line, and also the Stepney specials during the Easter holiday period to bid farewell to the line's popular engine which starred in the Thomas the Tank Engine stories.

Please note though, due to disagreements with HIT Entertainment, there will not be a Thomas weekend at the line this year, instead a family fun day with all sorts of activites for the children will be held at the end of June and beginning of July. Be sure to come along for a fun day out with the whole family.

For the more discerning among you, take advantage of the lounge car service running most weekends at the moment serving refreshments and cream teas, and also the Golden Arrow pullman train which returns at Valentines Day and runs Saturday evenings and Sunday lunchtimes through until Autumn. There are several special events centred around this, including a charity evening for Barnardos in a couple of weeks time.

Check [url]www.bluebell-railway.co.uk[/url] for details on all these events, the Special Events or What's New links are at the top, as is a link to the Golden Arrow pullman link (which is a night to remember, perfect for a special occasion). Remember, the Bluebell is the only heritage line in the country where all services are hauled by steam engines, and daily running begins at the start of April.

Decent Car Leasing Sites?

werrockjoe — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 03:16:12 GMT

Hi,
I'm hopefully moving from having a paid-for company car to getting a car allowance in the next few months, so need to lease something good but ideally under about £220 a month...the less the better so the money goes in my pocket! Does anyone know any decent sites for leasing cars?
Thanks in advance!

Any into Classical Music?

DotNetWebs — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 11:01:01 GMT

If anybody here is into classical music (or perhaps know somebody studying classical music) they may want to check out the offers section:

130 Classic CD magazines - free to a good home

Tax advice...

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 19:23:33 GMT

I need to pay a subscription for a professional body. Should I get my employer to pay the £125 then get taxed as a benefit? The other way is if I pay it personally then claim it as a work-related expense.

Any advice greatly appreciated

Merry Christmas

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 14:13:04 GMT

Another great year for the Horsham Forum, good work all round, especially in saving the swans from certain long term storage!

Here's to the next year so from Hidden Horsham have a...

Merry Christmas

and a

Happy New Year

Kleeneze, Betterware etc AAAARRRGGGGGGHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ernie — Fri, 03 Mar 2006 11:59:20 GMT

I had another unsolicited Kleeneze catalogue through my door today.:angry:

Firstly don't get me wrong, I understand these people are only trying to make a living, but I am really opposed to their tactic of putting an unsolicited catalogue though your door and then constantly harassing you to give it back.

The first few time this happened I played the game and left them on the doormat. Invariably the agent would not collect them when they said. I don't like them cluttering the door mat so I would take them back in. I work nights and more often than not the agent would come back when I am sleeping in the day and bang on the door waking me up. I have explained to the agents that I don't want then and they have said that they will cross me off the list. Normally a month or so later another catalogue arrives and I go through the same cycle. The agent's usual response is "sorry I am new and I didn't know you didn't want one".

I have got so fed up with this cycle that now they go straight in the bin. Quite often the agents get upset or even aggressive over this ranting "I have paid for that catalogue, it is my property you have to give it back etc." I have little sympathy. I have a prominent, polite notice on my door asking cold callers not to call and I have told them countless times in the last 10 years or so that I don't want these catalogues.

The annoying thing is that nowadays you can prevent unsolicited mail and phone calls by registering with the Mailing and Telephones preference services but there is little you can to stop these catalogues.

Anyone into Classic Cars?

a1topdog — Wed, 12 Sep 2007 10:09:49 GMT

Since moving to Horsham 3 years ago I very rarely see any classic cars poodling about (I talking from the 1970's or older)

I can only recall seeing one Moggie Minor in regular use.

I can only put this down the majority of houses having garages and so the cars are locked away and out of sight.

I have a 1964 MK1 Cortina that is being restored , hopefully to be completed in the next few years.

Does anyone else here share a passion for older cars?

GCSE ~ A LEVALS ~ AS LEVALS

Big Daddy — Sat, 25 Aug 2007 20:20:50 GMT

To all those that have had there exam results recently, good or not so good, well done!!

If you achieved or bettered than you expected, great.

To those who were disappointed you still done very well. Remember not to give in, if you really have your heart set on something you can achieve it, it will involve a lot more hard work and dedication but fight on, it will be worth it.

Again congratulations to you all and good luck with your future ventures.

Internet marketing

Tue, 20 Feb 2007 13:12:11 GMT

A colleague of mine attended an event in Brighton yesterday evening. In it the presenters extolled the virtues of setting up a web site and making your fortune by selling anything from candles to catalytic convertors

The next step is to attend a day long training event at Sandown for a cost of £20 whereby you will be offered a set up web site for £1900 although it will be discounted if you sign up on the day. If you are not happy after 6 months you can walk away and the web site will still be yours (!)

The event yesterday spoke of many success stories but I think it sounds a lot of money for registering a domain and unpacking a bit of shop software onto it. Whilst not wishing to diminish the work of fellow web designers who provide a true bespoke service, especially those who post here, I remain sceptical about the whole thing

Has anyone else got any experience of such 'deals'

Ranks

Writers Block — Sun, 24 Jun 2007 14:43:08 GMT

I just want to know that all???

I see many people with ranks such as junior member, kingpin etc. Just wondering how this system works???

Thanks

The Cool Dude

Unwanted cardboard boxes

Dancemix — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 17:40:34 GMT

I'm wondering where I can get hold of old cardboard boxes. In past times, a visit to a supermarket was just the ticket.

I need a number of cardboard boxes from which I can carve out A2 and A3 panels for use as backings for signs. Any ideas anyone??

BROADBRIDGE HEATH, TESCO - PARKING FIASCO!

JLC — Fri, 15 Jun 2007 20:11:13 GMT

Thought this was the perfect place just to warn all you regular Tesco users that the Broadbridge Heath Superstore is now undergoing its refit to incorporate an extension to the rear of the building.

Now the works are being undertaken, the service road has been shut and some of the parking spaces are not in use at the Leisure Centre due to builders portakabins taking up residence! This has caused untold problems in queuing for parking spaces, leading to gridlock and tail-backs throughout the car park. Drivers were stuck in queues of traffic for anything up to an hour :crazy: I know, we were there!!!

I have to say I felt terribly sorry for the manager and his staff, as I witnessed them getting verbal abuse left, right and centre from incredibly irate customers who had abandoned their cars and come into the store to complain.

Apparently it's not the repsonsibility of the Police to assist with the redirection of the traffic, as it is a private car park. However, whilst we were there the store had called the Police again as tempers had begun to fly and they turned up just as we were coming out!

No-one at Tesco could say when or if the parking situation would be resolved, so you have been warned :ermm:

All this just to buy tonight's dinner!

Freelance Language Teachers Needed

Victoriamerr — Tue, 03 Apr 2007 12:30:27 GMT

We are currently looking to recruit freelance foreign language teachers across the UK. If you are a native speaker (Italian, French, Portuguese, Arabic, Hindi, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, Finnish etc), with a relevant degree and/or teaching qualification ,together with at least one year's teaching experience, we would like to hear from you.

At Conversation Piece, we offer language training to schools, businesses and private individuals across the UK.

Please send your CV, together with contact details and availability, to:
victoria@conversation-piece.co.uk

Many thanks,
Victoria

Not what you see every day...

Mon, 12 Mar 2007 20:50:24 GMT

Except in the twon we were visiting....

Shameless Plug

MikeH — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 08:28:48 GMT

I’ve recently self-published a book of humorous essays (I had to, no one else would;)). The book is called “Postcards From Across the Pond – dispatches from an unintentional expatriate” and features humorous articles chronicling my first year of living in the UK. It can be purchased through my website:

http://www.lindenwald.com

Thanks for listening.

RED NOSE DAY - 16 March

Indigo Brasserie — Fri, 23 Feb 2007 13:55:56 GMT

RED NOSE DAY - Any charitable organisations that wish to use IndiGo Brasserie to further their cause for meetings etc, you are all very welcome and we will do our best to facilitate your needs and that of your cause. Good Luck

Evening classes for men only!

crawleycarpetcleaning.com — Sun, 01 Oct 2006 11:05:45 GMT

:unsure:NEW EVENING CLASSES FOR MEN

OPEN TO MEN ONLY
ALL AGES WELCOME

Note: due to the complexity and level of difficulty, each course will only accept a maximum of eight participants

The course covers two days, and topics include: -

DAY ONE

HOW TO FILL ICE CUBE TRAYS
Step by step guide with slide presentation

TOILET ROLLS - DO THEY GROW ON HOLDERS?
Roundtable discussion

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN LAUNDRY BASKET AND FLOOR
Practical session

DISHES & CUTLERY: DO THEY LEVITATE/FLY THEMSELVES TO KITCHEN SINK/DISHWASHER BY THEMSELVES?
Debate among a panel of experts

LOSS OF VIRILITY
Losing the remote control to your significant other - help line and support groups

LEARNING HOW TO FIND THINGS
Starting with looking in the right place instead of turning the house upside down while screaming: Open forum

DAY TWO

EMPTY MILK CARTONS: DO THEY BELONG IN THE FRIDGE OR THE BIN?
Group discussion and role-play

HEALTH WATCH: BRINGING HER FLOWERS IS NOT HARMFUL TO YOUR HEALTH
PowerPoint presentation

REAL MEN ASK FOR DIRECTIONS WHEN LOST
Real life testimonial from one man who did

IS IT GENETICALLY POSSIBLE TO SIT QUIETLY AS SHE PARALLEL PARKS?
Driving simulation

LIVING WITH ADULTS: BASIC DIFFERENCES BETWEEN YOUR MOTHER & YOUR PARTNER
Outline class and role-playing

HOW TO BE THE IDEAL SHOPPING COMPANION
Relaxation techniques, meditation and breathing exercises

REMEMBERING IMPORTANT DATES & CALLING WHEN YOU ARE GOING TO BE LATE
Bring your diary or PDA to class

GETTING OVER IT: LEARNING HOW TO COPE WITH BEING WRONG ALL THE TIME
Individual counselling sessions

St Patrick's Day 17 March

Indigo Brasserie — Thu, 22 Feb 2007 11:12:10 GMT

The person who was to become St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, was born in Wales about AD 385. His given name was Maewyn, and he almost didn't get the job of bishop of Ireland because he lacked the required scholarship.

Far from being a saint, until he was 16, he considered himself a pagan. At that age, he was sold into slavery by a group of Irish marauders that raided his village. During his captivity, he became closer to God. :w00t:

Community First Responders

PMB — Wed, 15 Nov 2006 19:16:19 GMT

I was wondering if any of you know if your areas are covered by a Community First Responder Scheme. Such schemes have been set up by the Ambulance Service and involve trained volunteers providing emergency medical care to patients whilst waiting for an ambulance to arrive.

MOTHERS DAY!!!

Indigo Brasserie — Sat, 17 Feb 2007 13:45:42 GMT

We have always celebrated this auspicious day, but can anyone tell me its beginnings or origin. Who started it off and why it began, apart from the obvious need to love ones mother.

Thanks

Mia :)

Valentine Poetry/Poems

Indigo Brasserie — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 15:46:44 GMT

Hi. I love poetry and was wondering if anyone reading this would be able to email me a few of their favourite ones. The idea is to put these little poems out on the Valentines menu for guests to enjoy a little nostalgia. I want guests to be able to interact more and discuss subjects close to their hearts. Something we seem to have lost along the way.

So, please, please show me your poetic side and get typing...you can email me at moneimann@hotmail.com

madam et monsieur, thank you so much for your time and i look forward to hearin from you.

Regards

Monei;)

History of Valentines Day

Indigo Brasserie — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 10:28:33 GMT

People of all races, throughout the world, seem to enjoy the benefits associated with Valentines Day, both business and individuals alike, spending billions...I am not very familiar with the beginnings of this ever growing popular event. Can anyone please help with a brief history of this much celebrated day?

A Whole New World - Katie Price and Peter Andre

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 20:18:26 GMT

Follow the link and read on to the reviews of their new album next time you have a coffee break in front of the computer. A lot of work seems to have gone into writing these critiques :)

Amazon

Forged Bank of Scotland Notes Circulating in Horsham District

DotNetWebs — Thu, 04 Jan 2007 13:16:26 GMT

I have just received this warning from the Horsham District Crime and Disorder Reduction Partnership:

SECURITY ALERT

Forged Bank of Scotland notes

There have been a number of instances of forged bank notes which have been passed or attempted to have been passed to premises in the Horsham District, this week.

So far they have been targeted at Garages and Licensed Premises. Notes are all £20 Bank of Scotland some bearing the Number B26 612047, they do not have a watermark or silver strip.

Cigarette-buying age set to rise

Dancemix — Tue, 02 Jan 2007 08:13:05 GMT

On the way back from my new year's eve gig in Bury St Edmunds, I heard what I though was a great bit of news on the radio [url=http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/6216523.stm]The government is to raise the legal minimum age at which tobacco can be bought in England and Wales from 16 to 18 years from October.[/url]

Together with the forthcoming smoking ban, this should have a substantial impact.:cool:

Get paid on time

Dancemix — Tue, 02 Jan 2007 14:20:30 GMT

I found a [url=http://www.payontime.co.uk/]useful site[/url] for those of us who are small businesses wanting to be paid on time.

Merry Christmas to all...

Fri, 22 Dec 2006 07:11:17 GMT

...and a happy new year.

Thanks to Dot Net Webs for setting up and hosting this community. Long may it continue being mutually productive and friendly!

Fa la la la la la la!

Another business has stolen an image of my website and put it on theirs

Dancemix — Wed, 20 Dec 2006 11:11:02 GMT

I have found another DJ business has helped themselves to one of my favourite images from my site gallery, and put it on their wedding entertainment page (which I will not disclose on a public forum for obvious reasons). This image is one I took at a fuction in the summer, and I class this as theft, but have no experience of what to do about it.:angry:

Can anyone here advise?

What has happened to the Billingshurst Forums

DotNetWebs — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 09:34:30 GMT

Are any Billingshurst forum members lurking around here? If so do you know what has happened the to the site?

I have been planning to make a permanent link in the Horsham Websites section but each time I have been to the site it has shown a server error.

Global warming or just weird

DotNetWebs — Sat, 18 Nov 2006 09:57:30 GMT

It seemed a bit surreal walking round the Carfax last night. After shopping in Waitrose we went for a quick drink in Piries Bar. Piries Place already has its Christmas Lights on so it almost felt like Christmas. A quick pint of London Pride later and we were back in the Carfax which does not yet have its Christmas lights on but was absolutely awash with fallen AUTUMN LEAVES.

Piries Bar has a few affects on me but last night it seemed to act like a time-machine. It was Winter when we went in and Autumn when we came out.

I cannot ever remember seeing Christmas Lights and autumn leaves together before. There must in something in this Global Warming theory.

First Direct charging for current account

Wed, 15 Nov 2006 13:57:18 GMT

So First Direct are to charge for their internet & telephone banking service - £10 a month!

Apart from jumping ship, and all the hassle that entails, it seems there are ways out. You can pay in more than £1500 a month (approx £26K salary?) or open another account with them. This could be a credit card, savings or mortgage account.

Is this the beginning of the end of free banking? I guess it depends on how many jump ship - and HSBC will be watching to see