WSCC are looking to further reduce their current service subsidies, which include the main – but very limited – 71, and 74/74A services currently operating in Thakeham. If you use and depend on these services, make sure that WSCC are aware by following this link and responding to their survey. The consultation closes Continue Reading →
On Sunday 28th October, Rob Pirkis, Lawrence and Cheryl Stockwell, and Carrie and Ben Nicholls, parents of Thakeham Primary School are beginning the challenge of cycling 100 miles, nearly 4,000 meters of climbing along The South Downs Way, from Winchester to Eastbourne. Please support us to raise enough money to Continue Reading →
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Around 40 people attended a meeting on 22nd July 2018 to discuss the project to update St Mary’s, Thakeham Church Building, seeking the best possible solutions in the context of today’s needs and aspirations for this treasured church building. The meeting organisers report that key points arising were: General Continue Reading →
The organisers of the fireworks event scheduled for this Friday 12 October have regretfully decided to cancel it, having looked again today at the forecast risk of rain/misty conditions. Sorry to disappoint. Owen Richards Parish Clerk
West Sussex families can now apply for school places for children due to start primary school in September 2019. Children born between 1 September 2014 and 31 August 2015 will be eligible to start primary or infant school next September. Parents of children currently in Year 2 at infant school Continue Reading →
Friends of Steyning Grammar and Thakeham Primary School cordially invite all Thakeham residents to this ticketed event on Friday 12 October, 6:30pm at the Abingworth football fields (RH20 3EJ). Doors open at 6.30 pm and there will be food and drink available to purchase at the event. The firework display Continue Reading →
Summer Newsletter Our summer newsletter is now out – paper copies are being distributed but you can also read it online below. Please also remember to support the Family friendly fundraising QUIZ (6.30pm Weds 1st August, Thakeham Village Hall), organised by Caroline Instance to raise funds for High Bar Lane playground improvements. Continue Reading →
The Parish Council is pleased to report that the ‘pinch-point’ scheme for the 30mph zone of the B2139 Storrington Road has now finally been signed off and approved by WSCC Highways, and the works will be progressed urgently during this summer school vacation, with 31 August as the target completion date Continue Reading →