Tamify Art – win an original artwork!
Tamify are going to be bringing a selection of their original artwork for sale. They will also be raffling off one of their canvas’ (to be announced!) and donating 50% profit to Chestnut Tree House.
You can check out their artwork here: http://www.tamify.com/
Twitchers delight!
Spectators and competitors will get their chance to get up close and personal with four beautiful Owls. Three Barn Owls and an Eagle Owl will be sited on the slightly quieter lawned area of The Black Rabbit. They will be making tethered flights, and will be on display for all to enjoy their majesty.
Bury Hill Bikers
The motorbike enthusiasts who meet at Whiteways Lodge (Bury Hill) on a Sunday, will be bringing a selection of bikes for display. From Harleys to Hyabusas the Bury Hill Bikers are also supporting Chestnut Tree House this year, and will be happy to show you their Gixer or their Kwak. These are bikes not medical conditions – honest! There will also be a BHB entry in the bath race.
Amberley Working Museum display
We will be graced with another fine display of vintage vehicles from Amberley Working Museum. Spread over a 36 acre site, the museum is dedicated to the industrial heritage of Southern England, and houses everything from toasters to railway locomotives. They may even be bringing a steam traction engine on the day!
Daisy Chain Jewellery
Many who visited last year fell in love with the fine handmade jewellery on the Daisy Chain Jewellery stand. Jo will be back this year with her exclusive silver, gemstone, and artisan glass pieces. Designed and made by her, they employ traditional silversmithing techniques with a contemporary twist.
The Wey and Arun Canal Trust
This enthusiastic band of volunteer conservationists will be bringing a display of their restoration works. The aim of the Trust is to re-open the navigable link between the rivers Wey and Arun. This would provide a direct link between London and the sea. One day we may be able to race our baths to London! Since 1973 they have already reconstructed 21 bridges, and restored 11 locks. Check out their work at www.weyandarun.co.uk
Bouncy Castle Heaven!
Nic & Ben’s Entertainments from Worthing will be bringing fabulous inflatables for your bouncing pleasure. They will also be supplying traditional side stalls such as the ‘Coconut Shy’ and ‘Hook a Duck’. These will be constantly supervised by CRB checked personnel, and are fully insured and tested.
DJ Erik – The return!
Our favourite host and resident groovemeister DJ Erik Jack will once again be spinning the 1’s and 2’s for our listening pleasure.
Homeslice Cupcakes
Homeslice Cupcakes will be selling their delectable goodies again this year, the proceeds of which will go to Chestnut Tree House. Treat yourself to one of their delicious cupcakes on the day.
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LAST YEAR’S FRINGE EVENTS:
The 2009 event was buzzing with excitement and lot’s of things to do, thanks to our lovely contributors who came along to entertain us all.
Live music
DJ Erik Jack was spinning the wheels of steel during the event, followed by a professional function band later in the day. From Little Richard to Amy Winehouse, Love Shack from Brighton covered your favourites from the 50s up to the present day.
Check them out at www.myspace.com/loveshackmusicuk
Heroic Rowers
Chris Brooks and Joe Thompson brought along the boat in which they plan to recreate the voyage made famous by Christopher Columbus in 1492.
The hardy duo will be rowing 3000 miles across the Atlantic, from The Canaries to the West Indies.
Follow their preparations at www.rowingadventure.co.uk
James and Dean who are also going to be rowing the Atlantic to raise money for charity brought their boat along too.
They will be rowing 2,900 miles from the Canary Islands to Antigua.
Check out their website here: hotw.papersharkmedia.co.uk/about.html
RNLI
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution brought along a stand on the day selling fine wares to raise funds for their 24hr lifesaving operation, which is mainly manned by volunteers.
Bouncy Castle Heaven!
Nic & Ben’s Entertainments from Worthing brought three fabulous inflatables for your bouncing pleasure. All on a Disney theme, there was a High School Musical bouncy dome, Nemo inflatable slide, and Aladdin’s bouncy fun area. These were constantly supervised by CRB checked personnel, and are fully insured and tested.
Owls
Spectators and competitors had their chance to get up close and personal with four beautiful Owls. Three Barn Owls and an Eagle Owl were sited on the slightly quieter lawned area of The Black Rabbit. They were making tethered flights, and were be on display for all to enjoy their majesty. Twitchers delight!
Homeslice Cakes were selling delicious cupcakes to hungry spectators on the day and donated all profits to Chesnut Tree House – raising a whopping £95.
Were selling beautiful hand crafted jewelry throughout the day, and donated 10% of their sales to Chestnut Tree House.
The Black Rabbit
Put on a delicious spread of hot food with outside catering throughout the day, as well as their ‘Speed Bar’ which made sure people could purchase their drinks outside the pub and not miss a thing!
