14 arrested after tree is moved to block Cuadrilla site, say police
A total of 14 people have been arrested at the Cuadrilla site in Balcombe this afternoon (Friday 26 July).Around 60 protesters gathered in a stand against the oil drilling firm.Sussex Police said some...
View ArticleUPDATE: Toy store to open in Swan Walk
An independent chain of toy shops is launching its seventh store in the South of England in Horsham next Thursday (August 1).Established in 2009, Toy Barnhaus will open in Swan Walk in the space...
View ArticleNick Herbert: Wishing new Prince a long and happy life
I am in Washington DC this week for a conference, so it’s fortunate that the whole Privy Council is no longer required to attend a royal birth (as it still is to proclaim the succession).I’ve been...
View ArticleCome for the cake, stay for the legal advice
Coole and Haddock solicitors is holding a fundraising morning for Chestnut Tree House children’s hospice next week.The company, based at number 14 in Horsham’s Carfax, will host a bake sale from 10am...
View ArticleGatwick second runway could bring ‘mega-city the size of Brighton’ to north...
Proposals for a second runway at Gatwick Airport could lead to a huge amount of housing built across swathes of the Horsham district, creating a ‘mega-city’, according to one county councillor. During...
View ArticleFun festivities at Saturday’s Cranleigh Show
The Cranleigh Show makes a return to the Surrey village on Saturday (August 3) for a day of family fun.The popular annual event, which takes place at Cranleigh and South Eastern Agricultural Society’s...
View ArticleA281 closed after accident at Rudgwick
A main road has been closed this evening (Sunday July 28) following an accident.The A281 Guildford Road in Rudgwick has been shut in both directions near Watts Corner.Drivers are advised to stay clear...
View ArticleCyclist seriously injured in Ockley accident
Surrey Police are appealing for witnesses after a cyclist suffered serious injuries in an incident in Ockley on Friday afternoon (July 26).Police were called shortly after 2.40pm to a report of a man...
View ArticleSussex Heritage: Pilgrimage spaces ... journeying in our modern age
St Mary Magdalene’s life was celebrated last week on the 22nd July. She was described by the early church as Apostle to the Apostles. It was Mary who first saw the risen Lord and it was Jesus who sent...
View ArticleAt the Vets: Why you should feed your dog raw carrots ...
Did you know obesity in the UK is as much of a problem among our pets as in people?Sadly canine obesity is now the most common nutritional disorder seen in dogs - caused by more energy being taken in...
View ArticleUPDATE: Surrey woman dies in Rudgwick collision
A 53-year-old passenger who died on the A281 in Rudgwick after a collision yesterday (Sunday July 28) was from Elstead, Surrey, police have confirmed. Emergency services arrived on the scene east of...
View ArticleGodalming A24 victim named
The woman who died when her car left the A24 at Southwater on Wednesday July 24 has been named as Lauren Jones, 19, of Quarry Road, Hurtmore, Godalming.Emergency services were called to reports of a...
View ArticleNeighbourhood councils object to proposed Horsham Park high ropes course
Both Denne and Forest neighbourhood councils have objected to plans for a new high ropes course in Horsham Park.Horsham District Council’s Development Control North Committee will debate the...
View ArticleVIDEO: Mascots show off their strength at Sparks in the Park
Waving to children, high-fiving members of the public and posing for pictures weren’t enough for the mascots that stole the show at Sparks in the Park on Sunday.The various cuddly creatures delighted...
View ArticleUnique twist on Horsham man’s clothing range
Not too many clothing stores can boast products influenced by a combination of ‘1940s British gent, 1950s Americana and 1990s motorbike gangs’.That is what is unique about Last Royals Club, the online...
View Article53 entrants make Skate Jam a success
The annual Skate Jam in Horsham Park took place on Sunday alongside Sparks in the Park, with 53 talented entrants making the day a rousing success.BMX riders, inline skaters and skateboarders of all...
View ArticleReport overflowing dog poo and litter bins, urges council
Horsham District Council is urging members of the public to report any overflowing litter bins and dog waste bins in the District.All the bins throughout the District are emptied on a regular basis and...
View ArticleA fun way for families to enjoy the beautiful South Downs National Park
My children are used to viewing the passing countryside through the car window as we whizz from place to place during the busy school and working week.Now the holidays have arrived, and it seemed like...
View ArticleSparks fly at annual Horsham Park event
Hundreds of families flocked to a sunny Horsham Park on Sunday for the annual Sparks in the Park event.After last year’s event was cancelled due to rain, the sun shone for much of this year’s Horsham...
View ArticleVIDEO: Samba band bring slice of Brazil to Horsham
Horsham Park was briefly transformed into Rio de Janeiro with the exuberant performances of a samba band at Sunday’s Sparks in the Park.The band Bloco do Sul performed in different locations around the...
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