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Bonfire Advice from HDC
It has always been the advice of Horsham District Council that uncontrolled (open) burning should not take place. This predates the current situation, and will continue to be so. Having a bonfire is not prohibited, but it is controlled. There are good health based reasons
Woodpecker/Falconers Farm
This post, and the detailed statement below, seeks to clarify the position relating to the issues raised in recent social media exchanges relating to the Woodpecker Farm planning compliance situation. The Parish Council understands that a number of residents feel that the Woodpecker farmshop operation
Back to School Soon?
A new webpage has been created to help West Sussex parents and children feel ready and confident to get back to school. WSCC Back to School webpage has videos, guidance and key information on the changes put in place to keep all pupils and staff
Ash tree disease impacts West Sussex
Ash dieback (ADB) is a devastating disease that has the potential to kill over 95% of West Sussex ash trees over the next 10 – 20 years. As nearly 21% of all broadleaved trees in West Sussex are ash, this would have a major impact
Summer Bulletin Newsletter
Our latest bulletin newsletter is ready for viewing, residents should receive a copy through their letterbox soon. If you’d like to view online you can see it, and previous newsletters, here.
Join The Friends Of The Glebe Field Group
Are you interested in wildlife, being outdoors, working with other people to help improve the biodiversity of one of our green spaces? Then please come and join our Friends of the Glebe Field group. We are setting up a group to develop and (subject to
A free new tree in your street!
Loss of biodiversity in our residential areas and countryside is an urgent problem. As well as asking residents to consider all alternatives before felling mature trees, we should all seek opportunities to plant new trees and hedges. To kick-start this, the Parish Council is offering
Update from Thakeham Village Hall
In light of updated government guidance, the Village Hall Trust are planning a carefully staged process of re-opening, starting in early August with lowest-risk activities. COVID precautions are very detailed and measures in place will include a one-way system, hand sanitisers and limiting the number
Sussex Green Living Recycling Bin
While the Village Hall is closed, the special waste collection bin will be available regularly outside the hall entrance, at times shown on the Parish Council website home page. For other queries about the scheme, contact Parish Councillor Fiona at fionamc-2013@hotmail.com. It is more important