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Hayling Herald
Chit Chat Club
AFTER the Christmas break it was lovely to return to club and see our members once again.
We enjoyed a game of bingo leaving plenty of
time for friends to catch up.
The following week members were asked to
complete our annual activity questionnaire. This
poses questions asking what activities members
enjoy most at club and invites suggestions for the
future.
The feedback is collated, then shared with
members and used in our plans for the coming
year with an emphasis on firm favourites and
member suggestions.
During January we were treated to a fantastic
afternoon from Hayling’s own Debbie Jarvis.
Debbie shared her experience of twice competing
in the sailing category of the Olympics. She also
highlighted the sailing achievements of her two
children.
Everyone found the talk and accompanying
photographs fascinating. Thanks Debbie for a
brilliant afternoon.
We rounded up January with a regular activity
– our fish and chip lunch. Our thanks go to the
Dolphin Fish Bar who provided our food. This
Children’s charity
sponsored walk
Beach hut meeting
By Paul Burrows
THE Hayling Island Beach Hut Association
(HIBHA) Annual General Meeting will be held
on Sunday, March 8th from 5pm at Hayling
Community Centre.
This is an important date for all beach hut
owners and anyone interested in protecting and
A CHARITY which provides vital nursing care at enhancing the unique beach hut community on
home to children who are seriously ill is holding a Hayling Island.
fundraising walk.
The AGM is an opportunity to hear updates on
The walk for Sussex Snowdrop Trust, in Chich- key issues affecting hut owners, including licensester, begins at Arundel Castle Park at 1pm on
ing, council liaison, maintenance matters, and
Sunday, May 10th.
future plans for the seafront.
Walkers can choose a distance of either one or
Committee members will share progress from
five km. Refreshments will be provided and dogs the past year, outline priorities for the year ahead,
are welcome as long as they are on a lead.
and welcome questions and feedback from
It costs £7.50 for adults £3 for children and £3
attendees. It’s also a great chance to meet fellow
for dogs.
hut owners, exchange ideas, and strengthen our
The charity, which was set up in 1993, provides community spirit.
nurses, healthcare assistants, counselling, and fiJoining the association is free and offers many
nancial assistance to families of children who have benefits. Members receive up-to-date informalife-limiting and terminal illnesses.
tion on council decisions and policy changes,
Tickets can be bought in advance or on the day. representation on matters affecting beach hut
Visit thesussexsnowdroptrust.com
ownership, and support when issues arise.
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arrived freshly cooked, piping hot and utterly delicious. Excellent customer service and a definite
hit with our members.
In February we enjoyed a sing-along with Gina,
a Scam Awareness Talk, a craft activity – stone
painting – and a fire safety talk.
The above gives a broad idea of what is on offer
at our friendly club. If you would like to join in
the fun you might like to know what we’ll be
offering in March.
We’re starting the month with our own ChitChat Olympics, next a craft activity – card making – followed by a performance from the Pat
O’Malley Choir and ending, by popular demand,
with a fish and chip lunch.
Activities are subject to change as, on occasions, unforeseen circumstances mean cancellations, however tea, cake and plenty of chit-chat
are mandatory.
If you would like to join our friendly seniors
club please call HICCA on 02392 467545 for
more information. Your first week is free of
charge so why not come along and give us a try?
We offer transport when possible and have just
opened our waiting list.
HIBHA works to ensure members’ voices are
heard and to protect the long-term interests of
the beach hut community.
Due to circumstances beyond the committee’s
control, our membership database was unfortunately deleted. As a result, we are asking all beach
hut licence holders to please re-join the association to ensure you continue receiving updates
and representation. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your
understanding. Our GDPR policy is available to
view online.
To re-join and support the work of HIBHA,
please visit hibha.org.
